I am a very novice beekeeper. I have been unafraid of and fascinated with bees all my life. My very Godly Grandmother told me stories of my ancestors that could “rob a bee hive without any covering and would only get stung if he accidentally pinched one”. At thirteen I robbed a hive from a fallen oak with my Dad, …
FSBO: Advertising Your Home For Sale
Before you begin to advertise your home, here are a few things you’ll need to know how in order to position and present your home to attract ideal buyers. TAKING PHOTOS First, properly stage each room so it appears welcoming. Remove extra items that would make your rooms appear cluttered. Here is a list of the different types of …
7 Home Reno’s That Will Increase Your Resale Value Big Time
You want to make the most money possible when it comes time to sell your home. The way to do that is by improving and updating the things in your home that buyers look for the most. We compiled this list for those looking to boost their resale value. It’s important to focus on the renovation projects that will net …
Should I Rent or Buy a Home?
Choosing whether to rent or own a home is not an easy decision. It requires you to carefully examine the factors and costs associated with each option. Which is better? That depends. Your unique economic situation, lifestyle and goals play the largest part in deciding what is better for you. It’s important to go into your calculations with open eyes. …
Things You Shouldn’t Do When Buying a Home
The last thing in the world you would ever want is to spend a bunch of time searching for a home, finding that perfect place and then not being approved for your mortgage. There are also many common mistakes homebuyers make that could make the process much more painful than it has to be. We’re writing this article because we …
Exquisite Renovation Of A Colonial Craftsman—With A Cottage Touch
148 West Shores Drive, Jefferson, Georgia 30549 We hope you love this stunning true Colonial appointed house as much as we enjoyed creating it! This has definitely been one of my favorite re-dos of my career. We took a shell of a Betz style house with barely 3 bedrooms and two and a half baths (with a dank, dark basement) …
Misconceptions About Real Estate Commissions
Does it really cost you more to have a real estate agent? What if the buyer has an agent, too? Do you pay double the commission? The answer to the first question is that it could actually cost you a lot if you don’t have proper representation. Our agents are trained to know the market, the real estate process (from contracts …
Who Plays A Part In Your Real Estate Transaction?
Your Real Estate Professional Network If you’re not familiar with the steps involved in buying or selling a home, you may not realize that there are several professionals who will have a hand in the process (from the initial home search to contracts to the closing). We’ve listed those professionals below, along with a very brief snapshot of the services …
What Is a Buyer’s Agency Agreement–And What’s In It For Me?
We’re often asked why we request that our home buyers sign a Buyer’s Agency Agreement prior to showing them homes. After all, why should you need to sign something just to look at homes, right? Here are four reasons this makes sense: You need someone on YOUR side. We look after your best interests. The instinct for most people is …
15 Most Used Words In Successful Listings
See the 15 Most Used Words In Successful Listings (& Other Real Estate Tips) in our latest online publication!