06/15/2026
First-time buyers, this is one of the best places to start:
Talk to someone you trust.
Not a random website.
Not an online form that sends your information everywhere.
A real person who can connect you with other trusted local professionals.
Michelle Myers and I talked about why the Realtor/lender relationship matters so much, especially when you are buying your first home.
You should not have to figure all of this out alone.
If you have questions, ask. We are both happy to help.
—Robert Courts
Raleigh’s Mortgage Professor