Robby Oakes Mortgage

Chapel Hill Mortgage Lender | Robby's Blog about Mortgages in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and Crystal Coast area of NC

  • Home
  • Our Main Site
  • Blog
  • Resources
    • Mortgage Calculator
    • First Time Home Buyer Tips
    • First Time Home Seller Tips
    • Home Appraisal
    • Home Inspection
    • Loan Checklist
    • Loan Process
    • Loan Programs
    • Mortgage FAQ
    • Mortgage Glossary
  • Contact Us

Facing Foreclosure? Here’s What It Means–and What You Can Do About It

May 6, 2026 by Robby Oakes

If you’re a homeowner, foreclosure is one of those things you hope you never have to think about. But if payments start getting tight, it can suddenly feel very real–and very overwhelming.

The good news? Foreclosure doesn’t happen overnight, and you usually have more options than you think.

Filed Under: Foreclosure Tagged With: Assistance Programs, Foreclosure, Homeowner Tips

4 Costly Remodeling Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)

May 5, 2026 by Robby Oakes

Remodeling your home can be one of the best ways to increase its value–and make your space actually work for your life. But let’s be honest: it can also go sideways fast if you’re not careful.

Whether you’re tackling a small update or a full renovation, avoiding a few common pitfalls can save you time, money, and a whole lot of stress.

Filed Under: Homeowner Tips Tagged With: Costly Mistakes, Home Remodel, Homeowner Tips

How to Evaluate Property Taxes and What You Need to Know Before You Buy

March 28, 2024 by Robby Oakes

Retirement is a significant milestone in one’s life, symbolizing the culmination of years of hard work and dedication.

Filed Under: Taxes Tagged With: Homeowner Tips, New Home, Propoerty Taxes

4 Common Remodeling Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

February 29, 2024 by Robby Oakes

Investing in your home by remodeling or renovating is an excellent way to increase its value. However, a significant renovation project can quickly turn into a disaster, especially for those who are inexperienced. Let’s take a look at four of the more common home renovation mistakes that homeowners make and how you can avoid them.

Filed Under: Around The Home Tagged With: Around The Home, Homeowner Tips, Upgrades and Renovations

Tired of Waiting for Summer? 3 DIY Projects That Will Keep You Busy Until the Weather Warms Up

April 4, 2023 by Robby Oakes

Do you find yourself staring out the window, longing for an early sunrise, hot days and late evenings? With spring just around the corner, it might feel like summer is a lifetime away. However, the good news is that you can be productive around the home while you wait for summer to arrive. Let’s take a quick look at three easy do-it-yourself projects that will keep you busy until the summer sun is shining.

Filed Under: Around The Home Tagged With: Around The Home, Homeowner Tips, Upgrades and Renovations

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • …
  • 20
  • Next Page »

Robby Oakes


Robby Oakes

CIMG Managing  Director
NMLS# 91606

How can we help?

Connect with Us

CIMG Residential Mortgage

Quick Links

  • Our Main Site
  • Accessibility Statement
  • NMLS Consumer Access
  • Privacy Policy
©2025 Robby Oakes Mortgage Team
Corporate Investors Mortgage Group
NMLS# 39460.
Licensed to Do Business in the State of NC

Equal_Housing_Opportunity

Copyright © 2026 · Powered by MySMARTblog

Copyright © 2026 · Genesis Sample Theme on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in