Alicia was selling her home in Houston and relocating to Raleigh to be near her family. But like many homeowners trying to buy in today’s high-interest market, she ran into a frustrating obstacle: she couldn’t qualify for a second mortgage, Alicia did not settle for renting.
So what did she do? What most people would do—she started searching for homes for rent in Raleigh NC. It seemed like the only option.
But thankfully, Alicia did not settle for renting. And you don’t have to either.
What If Renting Isn’t the Only Option?
When Alicia reached out to Burson Home Advisors, she had no idea a Lease to Own program even existed—let alone one designed to help buyers like her bridge the gap between renting and owning.
- Lease a brand-new, professionally inspected home
- Begin building equity or wealth immediately—without a mortgage
- Lock in predictable monthly payments that stay flat year to year
- Maintain complete flexibility with the option—not obligation—to purchase
- Keep control over her investment, even if life changed
This wasn’t a traditional rent-to-own situation filled with risk, fine print, or flimsy one-sided contracts. It was a modern, attorney-reviewed Lease to Own program structured by trusted partners and backed by professionals—like us—who walk with you from day one through your entire journey.
How Lease to Own Helped Alicia Secure Her New Home
Instead of renting just to “buy time,” Alicia moved into a newly built home as its very first occupant. With her monthly payments building toward 10% equity over five years, she’s growing wealth faster than she would through a traditional mortgage. Even better? When she chooses to exercise her right to purchase, she won’t be responsible for the typical 2%–3% buyers’ closing costs—saving her thousands of dollars.
And if her life plans shift? She can transfer her earned wealth to a different home or cash out her investment. No pressure.
What About You?
If you’re relocating, selling a home, or simply unsure how to navigate today’s market, you might be in the same spot Alicia was—searching for homes for rent in Raleigh and trying to make the numbers work.
But you deserve more than a temporary solution. Our partners’ Lease to Own programs are built for people just like you. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, self-employed, recently relocated, or simply not ready to take on a traditional mortgage, we help you get into a move-in-ready home while you build wealth on your own terms—in Raleigh and Greensboro.
Here’s What Makes Our Lease to Own Programs Different
- Homes undergo a licensed home inspection before you move in
- Major maintenance is included throughout your lease
- You make a low down payment that is never lost—it’s your wealth to keep
- Monthly payments are fixed, providing stability in an uncertain economy
- You have the option—not the obligation—to buy the home later
- If life changes, you can cash out or transfer your wealth to another home
- All agreements are legally binding and closed with a licensed real estate attorney
“I truly thought renting was my only option. I couldn’t qualify for a second mortgage, and I didn’t want to rush into anything just to settle. Then I found Burson Home Advisors. They guided me into a brand-new home I love—and I’m already building equity while I lease. Knowing I have the option to buy later, without pressure, gives me peace of mind. And the fact that I won’t have to pay buyers’ closing costs when I’m ready? That’s a huge bonus! This experience changed everything for me.”
— Alicia Richards, Raleigh NC
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