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Posted on 04/05/2020

Should You Schedule a Second Home Showing?

A home showing is a valuable opportunity for a buyer, as it enables him or her to walk through a residence and find out what a house is all about. At the same time, a single home showing may be insufficient. Ultimately, there are many reasons why you may want to schedule a follow-up house showing, and these include:...

Showing

Buying A Home

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Posted on 03/29/2020

Tips for Homebuyers: Make the Most of Your Time and Resources

Let's face it – most homebuyers have limited time and resources at their disposal. As such, it is crucial for buyers to do everything possible to optimize their time and resources throughout the property buying journey. Because if a buyer maximizes his or her time and resources, this individual can boost the likelihood of enjoying a successful homebuying experience....

Buying A Home

Buyer Tips

Posted on 03/22/2020

How the Appraisal Impacts a Home's Sale

Image by Free-Photos from Pixabay As the home buying process nears the closing, both buyers and sellers need to prepare for the appraisal. This often the last step the lender requires before approving financing for the buyer, so it’s an important part of the home sale process. What is an Appraisal? An appraisal is an unbiased, professional evaluation...

Home Sale

Appraisal

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Posted on 03/15/2020

How to Save on a Mortgage

Image by Andreas Breitling from Pixabay The vast majority of homebuyers need a mortgage in order to purchase a house, and mortgages come with significant costs because they’re such sizeable loans. While there’s no way to avoid all of the costs associated with a mortgage, there are ways to save on your home mortgage. Here are three things...

Home Mortgage

Save Money

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Posted on 03/08/2020

HOAs: Could They Truly Benefit a Neighborhood?

Photo by Andrey_Popov via Shutterstock An HOA — or Homeowners' Association — is an organization in your subdivision or community that creates and enforces regulations and rules for the properties and residents. If a property is part of an HOA's jurisdiction, buying it automatically makes you a member. Therefore, you are required to pay HOA dues that cover...

Community

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Posted on 03/01/2020

Should You Purchase a Smart Home Device?

There is no shortage of smart home devices available to property owners nationwide. From light bulbs to thermostats, there are lots of devices that you can pick up to transform an ordinary residence into a smart house. Ultimately, there are plenty of reasons to invest in smart home devices. These reasons include: 1. Smart home devices offer unmatched convenience....

Smart Home Technology

Smart Homes

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Posted on 02/23/2020

Light up Your Outdoor Oasis After the Sun Goes Down

Photo by Ben Thijssen via Pixabay If you're like many modern homeowners, your ideal of an ideal outdoor living space is one that serves as a personal oasis. Perhaps you've cultivated a thriving culinary herb garden complete with classically inspired statuary or maybe you've carved out a serene space in the middle of a flowering thicket. Whatever type...

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Outdoor Living

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Posted on 02/16/2020

DIY: 4 Walkways to Boost Curb Appeal

Photo by Craig Tidball on Unsplash It's probably much easier and less expensive than you realize to improve your home's curb appeal. Simple fixes such as replacing rickety porch railings or giving trim a fresh, bright coat of paint go a long way toward making prospective home buyers smile. And when you create a welcoming pathway, that leads...

House Walkway

Curb Appeal

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Posted on 02/09/2020

How to Approach a Home Appraisal

If you want to maximize your home sale profits, it generally is a good idea to conduct a property appraisal before you list your residence. That way, you can receive a property valuation from an expert home appraiser. And with this property valuation in hand, you can set a competitive initial asking price for your residence. A home appraisal...

Appraisal

Selling Your Home

Posted on 03/13/2020

213 James Forest Court, Stockbridge, GA 30281 now has a new price of $295,000!

2-story home on full basement stubbed for bathroom and additional living space. This home is in move in condition. Home offers gorgeous views of rolling Hills. Guess bedroom has private bathroom. Built-in Bookcases on main floor. Home has been well...

Real Estate

Stockbridge

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Posted on 03/07/2020

Another Property Sold - 1266 Boone Hall Drive, Powder Springs, GA 30127

Great Home, Located in the very desirable West Cobb Swim / Tennis community Oakleigh S/D 5 Bedroom, 4 full baths with 1 half bath on main level. Includes spacious basement in-law suite. This home has all the room needed for a growing family. Fresh paint throughout home, Very Clean. Exterior has been painted as...

Real Estate

Powder Springs

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Posted on 03/03/2020

1662 Northridge Drive, Morrow, GA 30260 now has a new price of $90,000!

Ground level unit with renovations in bathrooms and Hardwood floors all at a fantastic value. Bring your buyers. Great location close to I-75 Shopping and...

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