Few financial decisions are quite as daunting as buying your first home. In this first of a two-part column we will discuss what factors are good indicators that you are ready to buy your first home. Next week, we’ll share a few important things you need to know as a first-time home buyer. Do You […]
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April Cal-Culator Reveals Continued Spring Setback
This spring real estate season continues to disappoint the Atlanta area after a strong winter. Sluggish market behavior caused the Cal-Culator index to remain stagnant in April.
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Four Things to Expect When Buying or Selling This Season
Every year in real estate is different due to changing economic cycles and new legislation. Here is what sellers and buyers should expect this year.
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Homeowners Associations in Georgia
Though homeowners associations have a reputation for strict rules and expensive dues, sacrificing some residential freedom can result in better curb appeal and property value.
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Debunking Top Real Estate Myths
Though the real estate industry is constantly evolving, long-thought myths are still plaguing the market and consumers’ decisions. This week, we debunk some of the most commonly thought myths including the truth behind moving to the suburbs, remodeling as an investment and licensed vs. registered mortgage loan originators. Myth #1: Suburbs Provide More Bang for […]
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Make Your Home Eco-Friendly This Earth Day
As Earth Day approaches next week, learn tips on insulation, home auditing and HVAC system to make your home more comfortable while decreasing your family’s carbon footprint and energy bill.
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Declined March Cal-Culator Breaks Record Run
The March Cal-Culator leaves much to be desired for the Atlanta residential real estate market. Declines in home sales and home price gains shook the first spring month.
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Semiannual Report Confirms Buying is Still the Best Bet
Trulia’s semiannual report reveals buying is 38 percent cheaper than renting. We discuss how high mortgages would have to rise to reverse this trend.
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The Continued Rise of Non-Bank Lenders
A recent article in The Wall Street Journal put a major spotlight on the growth of non-bank financial firms. The article illuminated that the growth of non-bank financial firms opens up substantial business opportunities for alternative forms of credit as traditional banks are experiencing tighter regulations from Washington. Morgan Stanley, Bank of America and Goldman […]
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So You Want to Be a MLO…
Do you have what it takes to become a Mortgage Loan Originator? This week we discuss MLO certification and what it takes to get into the rewarding industry.
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February Cal-Culator Remains Unchanged
The Cal-Culator hit a record-high last month. But with extreme winter weather and global unrest, was the Atlanta housing industry strong enough to hold on in February?
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Atlanta Tops ‘Best Places to Live’ Charts
Atlanta consistently tops real estate lists that aggregate the best places to live, making Atlanta one of the best places to invest in homeownership.
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The Best Home Improvement and Maintenance Apps
Smartphone applications aren’t just for getting directions and social media. Here are the best home improvement, maintenance and home organizing apps.
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January Cal-Culator Starts New Year in Right Direction
Much to experts’ surprise, Atlanta residential real estate is seeing double-digit gains putting the January Cal-Culator at a record-high.
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The Digital House Hunt Increasing in Popularity
This week we are reflecting back on one of our most popular columns. The digital house hunt is growing bigger than ever. Learning about consumer behavior is critical for growth for Realtors, MLOs and home sellers. As consumers scan the Internet for best deals on products, informative how-to videos and advice columns, it should come […]
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How to Find the Right Homebuilder
You wouldn’t choose a doctor, babysitter or car mechanic without any background research, so why should you skimp on researching your homebuilder? Looking into homebuilders’ pasts can save time and massive repair bills in the future. A list of builders can be found on move.com, the National Association of Home Builders’ home listing website, or […]
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Strong December Cal-Culator Shows Promise for 2014
The December Cal-Culator reflects a year of recovery for the Atlanta residential real estate market from increasing home sales, prices and inventory.
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How to Prepare and Repair Your Credit for 2014
In the last column, we discussed multiple ways that a home sale can crumble, including problems that arise from a consumer’s credit during the loan approval process. Since the credit crisis, having poor credit is one of the most common ways to kill a deal. With poor credit, a potential homebuyer can be denied a […]
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Why Some Real Estate Deals Slip Through the Cracks
From the inspection to the buyer’s financing to the professional appraisal, there are a lot of areas where a deal could slip through the cracks.
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The November Cal-Culator Offers a Bit of Relief for Atlanta Housing Industry
The November Cal-Culator reflects continued recovery for the Atlanta residential real estate despite the traditional winter slowdown of the housing industry.
