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What You Do Not Need To Hear From Your Listing Agent
You’ve decided to sell your house. You begin to interview potential real estate agents to help you through the process. You need someone you trust enough to: Set the market value on possibly the largest asset your family owns (your home) Set the time schedule for the successful liquidation of that asset Set the fee... Read More
Real Estate Seen as Best Investment
We are almost back to ‘pre-housing crash’ home values. The inventories of distressed properties (foreclosures & short sales) are shrinking dramatically. The economy is improving overall, although recent stock market trends have many uneasy. The job numbers are headed in the right direction. The big question that still remains: Have Americans regained their confidence in... Read More
Home Values: Where Are They Headed Over The Next 5 Years?
Today, many real estate conversations center on housing prices and where they may be headed. That is why we like the Home Price Expectation Survey. Every quarter, Pulsenomics surveys a nationwide panel of over one hundred economists, real estate experts, and investment & market strategists about where prices are headed over the next five years.... Read More
What You Need to Know About the Mortgage Process
What to Know About the Mortgage Process – Have a budget and stick to it!– Know your credit score and history!– Reach out to a professional who can help you with the process! Read More
Real Estate Market Update: Summer 2015
North Metro Atlanta, and specifically Cherokee County, continues to be a hot real estate market with more homes sold last month than any other month in the last 5 years. The trail post marks the halfway point as the first half of the 2015 trek is complete. Monthly market analysis urges the real estate journey... Read More
Avoid Mainstream and shop Main Street, Woodstock
There are plenty of department stores across Woodstock, whether you’re looking for new clothes, back to school supplies, or a gift for someone special. But for a more unique shopping experience, why not check out the local shops on Main Street in downtown Woodstock, where you can find clothes, accessories, original items, and much more.... Read More
Home-Buying Process in Plain English
Realtor.com released a series of helpful, and humorous, videos that explain The HOME-BUYING PROCESS in PLAIN ENGLISH with ELIZABETH BANKS. Enjoy the wit and sarcasm as you learn about the key steps to buying a home. Knowing When You’re Ready to Buy Mortgage Lending 101 The Home Search The Offer Closing The Sale Read More
Downtown Woodstock, Georgia
Whether you’re looking for the perfect place to relocate, or just looking for a great city to spend your day exploring, downtown Woodstock is a great option. In the heart of the city you’ll find dozens of unique shops, restaurants, pubs, art galleries and parks. With Main Street running parallel to the city’s old railroad... Read More
Do I Need Perfect Credit to Buy a Home?
Some Highlights: Mortgage Credit Availability The average FICO score of Approved Conventional Loans was 757 in May The average FICO score of Approved FHA Loans was 688 in May Since April 2013, the ability of Americans to obtain a mortgage has increased substantially! Ready to find the right home? Our Buyer Guide will introduce you... Read More
Splash into summer in Cherokee
Whether you’re looking for a pool to splash into this summer or mini water park to make the kid’s day extra special, Cherokee County has some wonderful watery fun for the family. From south Cherokee to Waleska and everywhere in between, Cherokee residents can get to many great pools and water parks in just a... Read More
5 Demands You Should Make on Your Listing Agent
Are you thinking of selling your house? Are you dreading having to deal with strangers walking through the house? Are you concerned about getting the paperwork correct? Hiring a professional real estate agent/team can take away most of the challenges of selling. A great agent/team is always worth more than the commission they charge; just... Read More
