Touring is the fun part.Winning is the strategy part.
Anybody can unlock a door. We help you figure out what you can really afford, which town fits your life, how to write an offer that actually wins, and how to protect yourself between contract and keys.
Six steps from "just looking" to keys in hand.
Strategy call
Budget, timing, must-haves and dealbreakers. You leave with your Rich Home Buyer Timeline so you know every step ahead.
Get pre-approved
Real numbers from a real lender, so you can move fast when the right house shows up on a Thursday.
Tour with a plan
Homes picked for you, plus the things buyers miss on a tour: resale, traffic, HOA rules and what's being built next door.
Write an offer that wins
Price is only one lever. Due diligence, closing date, terms. We shape the offer around what the seller actually cares about.
Inspect + negotiate
We walk the report with you, decide what's worth asking for, and handle the back-and-forth during your due diligence period.
Close on time
Every deadline tracked, every partner moving. Then you get the keys, and your Rich List membership card.
Buying in North Carolina, decoded.
If you're moving from another state, a few things here work differently. Here's what surprises people most.
The due diligence fee
You pay it straight to the seller when the contract is signed, for the right to inspect and back out. It's usually non-refundable, but credited to you at closing if you buy.
Earnest money
A separate deposit held in trust. It's generally refundable if you walk away during the due diligence period, and also credited at closing.
Attorneys close the deal
North Carolina closings are handled by a real estate attorney, not a title company. We'll connect you with ones who know our playbook.
A written buyer agreement
You'll sign one with your agent before touring. It spells out what we do for you and how we're paid, and everything in it is negotiable. We walk you through it, no fine print surprises.
General information only, not legal advice. Your attorney is the final word on your contract.
Extras most agents don't bother with.
Hand-picked updates
Homes we actually think fit you, sent by a person, not 40 robot emails a day.
Builder advocacy
Building new? We deal with the builder and the site team on your behalf.
The VIP vendor pass
Our trusted lenders, inspectors, movers and contractors who actually call back.
A homeowner kit
A year of air filters delivered to your door, plus a local guide to your new neighborhood.
First-year check-ins
We call at 30 days, 6 months and a year to see how the house is treating you.
The Rich List
Membership in our clients-only hub: events, vendor perks and local picks for life.
Every client gets The Rich List.
A lifetime membership to Rich's trusted local pros (with member perks), client events, monthly local picks and home value updates. Closing day is just the beginning.
Homes on the market right now.
The stuff everyone wants to ask.
How much do I really need saved to buy?
More than the down payment. Plan for due diligence money, earnest money, inspections, closing costs and prepaid insurance and taxes. Our cash-to-close calculator lays out every dollar and when it's due.
Should I talk to a lender before I start looking?
Yes. Getting pre-approved first tells you what you can comfortably spend and makes your offer stronger. We'll connect you with lenders who give real numbers and move fast.
How do you get paid as my buyer's agent?
It's spelled out in the buyer agreement you sign before touring, and it's always negotiable. Often a seller offers to cover some or all of it, and we'll talk through every option with you up front.
Can I buy my next home before I sell this one?
Often, yes. Bridge loans, contingent offers and smart timing can make it work. We do buy-and-sell moves all the time, so let's map out the order that makes sense for you.
I'm moving from out of state. Can you help from a distance?
That's a big chunk of what we do. Video tours, a custom town short list, and a plan for where to stay while you look. Start with the Town Matchmaker.
Do you help with new construction?
All the time, and one of our agents spent ten years working onsite for a builder. Just bring us on your very first visit. Here's why that matters.
Let's build your buyer game plan.
Tell us a little about what you're looking for. We'll set up a quick strategy call and send your Rich Home Buyer Timeline.