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What Happens After I Make An Offer On A House?
Posted on 28. Jul, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
Ok. You’ve found a house you love. You’ve sat down with your agent, and you’re prepared to make an offer on a house. But after the paperwork is done, what happens next? Well, things happen a little bit differently in various parts of the country, and I’m going to provide the Atlanta version, but the [...]
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Atlanta Sellers: A Word of Caution About That Short-Sale You’re Wanting
Posted on 25. Jul, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
The following is a little perspective I want to share with my Atlanta area homeowner readers. This was originally posted by Sally and David Hanson on their Wisconsin Real Estate Blog. The bank won’t mind, “reasoned” the seller….if he would sell his present home for less…after all the mortgage for his imagined new house would [...]
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Huge Estate Sale North of Atlanta! July 24-25 Only!
Posted on 24. Jul, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
What: $3,900,000 – 12,000sf Mansion Estate When: Sat. – Sun. July 24th – 25th 10-5 Where: 1380 Howell Bridge Road Ball Ground, GA 30107 (about an hour north of Atlanta) Items for Sale: New Fine Furniture, Decor, Art, Jewelry, Designer Clothing, Collectibles, Appliances, Electronics, Fitness Equipment, Recreational Vehicles, and a Large Selection of Fine American [...]
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Kangaroo Conservation Center – A Little Taste of Australia Just North of Atlanta
Posted on 23. Jul, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
Until last year, I had no idea the largest collection, pack, bunch mob of kangaroos outside of Australia lived right here near Atlanta. To be specific they’re all at the Kangaroo Conservation Center in Dawsonville, GA just a few minutes north of the Dawson Outlet Malls. Nestled on 87 acres in Dawson County, the Kangaroo [...]
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61 Dumb Laws In Metro Atlanta
Posted on 22. Jul, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
I really don’t know how many of these Atlanta area laws are true or not, but www.Dumblaws.com seemed to think they were. Here are the 61 dumb Georgia laws I found on their website. They’re good for a laugh anyway. Georgia (General) 1. If an organization non registered as “non-profit” fails to register their raffle [...]
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Atlanta Ranked 4th Best for College Grads
Posted on 22. Jul, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
I found this article on the Atlanta Business Chronicle today: Atlanta moved up to the fourth-best city for college grads, according to a Bloomberg Businessweek report on Wednesday. The report ranks the top 30 cities in the country that it labeled as the “Best cities for new college grads.” The report refers to the communities [...]
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Zoo Atlanta Rhino, “Boma,” Dies After Illness
Posted on 22. Jul, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
Atlanta, GA – This article was on the Yahoo home page this morning via 11 Alive News. According to the article, “Boma,” a black rhino from the Chech Republic, died of gastrointestinal problems he had been suffering from for several weeks. He was 23 years old. An autopsy was scheduled at the University of Georgia.
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Atlanta Symphony Presents: Broadway Rocks in Alpharetta, GA!
Posted on 20. Jul, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
Details for Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s Broadway Rocks Concert When? Friday, July 23, 2010 – 8:00pm Where? Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park 2200 Encore Parkway Alpharetta, GA 30009 (404) 733-5010 How Much? $27-$59 According to the Atlanta Symphony Website, the Broadway Rocks Program includes: Jesus Christ Superstar Overture (Lloyd Webber) Everybody Rejoice (The Wiz/Smalls) This [...]
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Warning for Atlanta Homeowners: If You Don’t Show It, You Can’t Sell It!
Posted on 19. Jul, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
While I was reading a post on Active Rain from a home staging expert (sorry everyone, she’s not in Atlanta), I was reminded of one of my very first clients. And I couldn’t pick a better example if I tried. When I first start selling homes back in 2006, my second listing was with a [...]
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Atlanta Home Builder/Social Media FAIL
Posted on 19. Jul, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
Yesterday I held an bank owned open house at 503 Old Canton Rd. in Marietta, GA. While putting out my yard signs at the intersection of Lower Roswell Rd. and Old Canton Rd. I pulled into a little subdivision called The Pearl Communities @East Cobb. I didn’t really think anything at the time because I was [...]
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Tony Miller Welcomes Spanish Speaking Loan Officer to His Home Loan Team
Posted on 21. Jun, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
Please join me in welcoming Rogelio Paniagua to Tony’s team. Rogelio brings numerous years of experience in real estate to the HengerRast team and is knowledgeable in most every type of transaction from FHA and Conventional to VA. Being bilingual will also allow Rogelio to assist the Hispanic segment of the market with more accuracy and [...]
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How To Prepare Your Atlanta Area Home for Sale
Posted on 21. Jun, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
What more could you want than to get your home sold for top dollar in short order without any hassles? If you take a moment and read through the following suggestions before you put the property on the market, you’ll be on your way to a successful sale. Our goal is to simplify, depersonalize, and [...]
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7 Questions To Ask Before You Hire An Atlanta Listing Agent
Posted on 21. Jun, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
What is the average number of days your listings are on the market before selling? Will you service our listing personally or will we be working with your assistants? How many other clients are you currently serving? Can I have your direct cell number, or will I be talking to an assistant? How quickly do [...]
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Ten Signs It’s Time To Sell Your Atlanta Area Home
Posted on 21. Jun, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
The kids have all graduated from college. You and your husband finally have time to yourselves…then they move back home You have three spare rooms in a four bedroom house. You have to shuffle your cars each morning to leave for work You spend more time driving to work than you do with your family. [...]
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6 Selling Myths for Atlanta Homeowners
Posted on 21. Jun, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
Myth #1: You should always price your home high and negotiate down. Truth: Pricing too high can be as bad as pricing too low. If you list too high, you’ll miss out on buyers looking in the price range where your home should be. Offers may not even come in, because buyers who are interested [...]
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How to Sell Atlanta Homes “For Sale By Owner”
Posted on 21. Jun, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
Define your goals, wants, needs and expectations. A good place to begin is by exploring your short and long term goals in life and how selling your home fits in. Determine the best price for what’s going on in the market right now. Assess the current state of the market and what comparable homes are [...]
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9 Crucial Safety Tips When Your Atlanta Home Is For Sale
Posted on 21. Jun, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
For your own safety, never set an appointment with anyone to see your home unless they have given you their name and number and you have called back to verify that number. An easy way to do this is to say. “Let me check with my husband/wife for the best time and I will call [...]
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Atlanta Homes’ Mini Glossary of Real Estate Terms
Posted on 20. Jun, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
Acceptance: the date when both parties, seller and buyer, have agreed to and completed signing and/or initialing the contract Adjustable Rate Mortgage: a mortgage that permits the lender to adjust the mortgage’s interest rate periodically on the basis of changes in a specified index. Interest rates may move up or down, as market conditions change. [...]
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10 Key Steps To Selling Your Atlanta Home
Posted on 20. Jun, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
1. Define your goals, wants, needs and expectations. A good place to begin is by exploring your short and long term goals in life and how selling your home fits in. I will walk through a process I use to thoroughly understand my client’s goals, wants and needs to ensure that your expectations are met. [...]
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The 10 Commandments of Obtaining A Home Loan
Posted on 19. Jun, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
Thou shalt not change jobs, become self-employed or quit your job. Thou shalt not buy a car, truck or van (or you may be living in it)! Thou shalt not use charge cards excessively or let your accounts fall behind. Thou shalt not spend money you have set aside for closing. Thou shalt not omit [...]
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About Keller Williams Realty
Posted on 19. Jun, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
Often, we judge the caliber of people by the company they keep – this is why I would like to tell you a little bit about Keller Williams® Realty and my office within the Keller Williams system. Keller Williams® Realty was founded in Austin, Texas in 1983 with the specific premise that buyers and sellers [...]
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What Happens When You Make An Offer On A Home?
Posted on 19. Jun, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
Once you have found the home you wish to purchase, you will need to determine what offer you are willing to make for the home. It is important to remember that the more competition there is for the home, the higher the offer should be – sometimes even exceeding the asking price. Remember, be realistic. [...]
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A Quick Note About New And Resale Home Warranties
Posted on 19. Jun, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
New Home Warranties When you purchase a newly built home, the builder usually offers some sort of full or limited warranty on things such as the quality of design, materials, and workmanship. These warranties are usually for a period of one-year from the purchase of the home. At closing, the builder will assign to you [...]
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What Happens At A Home Inspection?
Posted on 19. Jun, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
If you are purchasing a resale property in Atlanta, we highly recommend you have a professional home inspector conduct a thorough inspection. The inspection will include the following: Appliances Plumbing Electrical Air conditioning and heating Ventilation Roof and Attic Foundation General Structure The inspection is not designed to criticize every minor problem or defect in [...]
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What Is A Real Estate Closing?
Posted on 19. Jun, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
A “closing” is where you and I meet with some or all of the following individuals: the Seller, the Seller’s agent, a representative from the lending institution and a representative from the title company, in order to transfer the property title to you. The purchase agreement or contract you signed describes the property, states the [...]
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How to Help Children Cope When Moving to A New Home
Posted on 19. Jun, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
Show the children the new home and their new room prior to moving. If this is not possible, pictures or videos will help them visualize where they are going. Assure children that you won’t forget their friends. Make a scrapbook of the old home and neighborhood. Throw a good-bye party. At the party, have their [...]
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Selecting The Right Neighborhood When Looking For Atlanta GA Homes for Sale
Posted on 17. Jun, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
There are many factors to consider when selecting an Atlanta neighborhood that’s right for you. Think about the location in terms of commute time to work, distance from leisure-time activities, and proximity to shopping, schools or any other places you frequent. You may think of others factors that are important to you. Please take some [...]
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10 Great Reasons To Buy An Atlanta Home in 2010
Posted on 17. Jun, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
Quality of life – a home provides stability and security for you and your loved ones, and membership within a community of neighbors. Pride of home ownership – a home is a personal haven, a place that you can decorate, shape, and share over time because it’s yours. Excellent affordability – lower home prices combined [...]
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4 Advantages of Obtaining A Buyer Agency Agreement When Buying An Atlanta Home
Posted on 17. Jun, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
1. Your Interest Is Professionally Represented Enlisting the services of a professional Buyer’s Agent is similar to using an accountant to help you with your taxes, a doctor to help you with your health care, or a mechanic to help you with your car. If you had the time to devote to learning everything about [...]
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7 Reasons You Should Obtain FREE Professional Help From A Realtor®
Posted on 17. Jun, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
A licensed real estate professional provides much more than the service of helping you find your ideal home. Realtors® are expert negotiators with other agents, seasoned financial advisors with customers, and superb navigators around the local neighborhood. They are members of the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) and must abide by a Code of Ethics [...]
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10 Ways to Make Your Atlanta Home Show Like A Model Home For Less Than $200
Posted on 17. Jun, 2010 by Eric Lowery.
If you are trying to sell your home then it really pays off to go to a little extra effort to impress your buyers. There have been studies that show it takes buyers only seven seconds to decide whether or not they are going to buy a home once they set foot in a house. [...]
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