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Selling Your Home in a Buyer’s Market

Tina Fountain — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 21:29:46 +0000

Since the real estate market collapse in 2008 every year has begun with real estate pundits predicting the start of a turnaround in home prices. As we entered 2012, the recovery pundits were at it again; unfortunately, the real estate market seems to be ignoring their predictions. The housing market in the United States remains [...]

Stage Your Front Entrance to Make a Good First Impression

Tina Fountain — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 20:40:06 +0000

When you’ve listed your home and your real estate agent is about to show it, the difference is in the details. As potential buyers walk up to your house and open the front door, their senses go off like alarm bells. First impressions are made in less than a few seconds. The last thing you [...]

The Top Reasons Why you Shouldn’t Wait on the Buying Sidelines any Longer

Tina Fountain — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 23:06:38 +0000

Should I or shouldn’t I buy a home now? That is the question many potential home buyers are asking themselves. With so much conflicting information from the media, it may be quite difficult to decide if buying is the right thing to do now. Although the economy hasn’t fully recovered, for most people now is [...]

The Most Common Roadblocks to Home Ownership

Tina Fountain — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 15:37:24 +0000

As most of us are already aware, the credit industry has been dealt a series of blows over the past two years, which has left many banks gun shy when it comes to lending money to borrowers with anything but perfect credit and credentials. Your professional REALTOR has helped you find your dreamhome and you [...]

What Not to do when Buying your First Home

Tina Fountain — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 13:02:57 +0000

Buying your first home is a learning experience. Most first-time home buyers learn as they go, and many make mistakes they wish they could take back. It is therefore vital to take the time to educate yourself on the entire home buying process, from negotiating a deal to the particulars of closing. Here is our [...]

Standing out from the Crowd in a Buyer’s Market

Tina Fountain — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 16:40:36 +0000

The large inventory of metro Atlanta homes for sale makes any potential seller anxious about placing their property on the market. If you’re looking to put your Atlanta home on the market and you have fears of falling home prices, you are in good company, as home sellers across Atlanta face a buyer’s market. With [...]

Understanding Appraisals and Appraised Values

Tina Fountain — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 12:39:01 +0000

An appraisal is required by your lender when you apply for a mortgage or refinance your home. It is merely a report prepared by a certified property appraiser which determines the value of your home based upon the size, lot size, upgrades and amenities, age and room additions. The borrower is required to pay for [...]

5 Tips for Securing a Home Loan

Tina Fountain — Sat, 04 Jun 2011 16:46:09 +0000

Securing a home loan may be a bit more challenging today than it was just a few years ago. You’ve heard the buzz regarding the lending industry, and you are probably wondering whether you are eligible to receive a home loan.

Can Changes Produce a Good Return When Selling a Home?

Tina Fountain — Wed, 04 May 2011 15:55:16 +0000

You may be wondering what kinds of changes to make to your home if you’re planning on moving in a few years. Most realtors will agree that any changes you make should be for your own enjoyment rather than for future profit. The reasons are simple:

Five Signs You may be Ready to Purchase your First Home

Tina Fountain — Sun, 13 Feb 2011 15:58:45 +0000

For many individuals, the idea of purchasing a home is a bit of a scary prospect. However, with the right tools and plenty of knowledge, you can move forward and become a homeowner.