How has the relationship between home ownership and millennials changed and what does the future look like for this rocky relationship?
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What Brokers and Agents Want From Lenders
Inman and 1000 watt conducted a study to uncover what real estate brokers and agents are looking for in lenders – the findings will come as a sigh of relief.
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Homeowners Associations in Georgia
Though homeowners associations often have a reputation for having strict rules, HOAs can add significant property value and curb appeal to a neighborhood.
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Leveraging Your Home During Tax Season
At tax time, the financial benefits of being a homeowner become even more apparent with homeowners given substantial tax breaks
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Atlanta Real Estate Industry Remains Stagnant for February
Due to a decline in mortgage delinquency rates and an increase in inventory offset by declining home sales and investment in the Atlanta market, Atlanta’s real estate index remained stagnant in Feb.
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The 2014 Buyer and Seller Trends Report
Mortgage Loan Originators have seen the best and the worst of the housing industry in a span of less than 10 years with a flood of heavily fluctuating trends. MLO’s saw a surge of first time homebuyers followed by a major shift that caused a drastic decrease in first time homebuyers. Other trends indicated consumers […]
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Three Reasons to Call Your Lender Now
During a typical winter season, the housing industry hibernates as hopeful homebuyers and sellers hunker down until springtime thaws the cold to make real estate moves. However, this year appears to be far from the norm. The New Year has barely begun and already the stars are aligning for those ready to stick their heads […]
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Atlanta Housing Industry: Two Steps Forward, One Step Back
After a year of significant progress in the housing industry with strides made in increased inventory, reduced foreclosures and rising home prices, the final month of 2014 didn’t provide many boosts for the Atlanta residential real estate market. The Cal-Culator, Atlanta’s residential real estate index, dropped 0.2 to a 6.0 due to declines in three […]
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Why “Location, Location, Location” Actually Matters
This week, we are reviving one of our most popular columns. Though the saying’s origin is unknown, everyone is familiar with the phrase that three most important factors when searching for a new home are “location location location.” However, location goes beyond a great school system and grocery store convenience. A great location is also […]
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‘Tis the Season to Search for a Home
Though you likely don’t have visions of house hunting dancing in your head during winter, the holiday season is surprisingly a great time to buy a new home.
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Harness the Power of Appreciation
As we approach Thanksgiving, a traditional time of family, friends, celebration and feeling grateful for what we have, now is a great time to take a moment to count your blessings and say thank you. Often overlooked during this time of year are the people who have been instrumental in building our career and our […]
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The Advantages of Working for A NonBank Lender
Last week, we discussed why a mortgage loan originator is an ideal career for many. This week, we discuss the benefits of working for a nonbank lender as opposed to a broker or standard bank lender.
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Mortgage Loan Originator – An Optimal Career Choice for Many
For professionals stuck in a standard 9-to-5 job, the professional road ahead may look bleak. However, mortgage loan originators are offered competitive pay, flexible hours and a sense of fulfillment from putting people into homes, without needing a four-year degree.
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Lenders, Rates and Down Payments: Home Mortgage FAQs Answered!
Because buying a home is one of the most important transactions a consumer can make, mortgage loan originators are always being asked for their advice. We’ve compiled, and answered, our top FAQs this week!
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Atlanta Home Prices Fuel Atlanta Real Estate Growth
Though Labor Day traditionally signals the end of summer and beginning of a real estate slowdown, the Atlanta residential real estate index continues to climb due to foreclosures, affordability and inventory.
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First-time Homebuyers: Make Foresight 20/20
As Atlanta real estate sizzles and lending standards ease, more hopeful first-time homebuyers are making the plunge. Make sure you don’t discuss fall prey to these first-time homebuyers’ top mistakes.
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Atlanta Summer Real Estate and Recovery Begins to Simmer
Is recovery stalling? This month’s Atlanta residential real estate index provides data that shows Atlanta real estate’s recovery may be beginning to simmer.
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Who are Millennial Homebuyers?
The next generation of real estate doesn’t always believe bigger is better. Learn more about this emerging demographic and how they’re changing the real estate landscape.
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Atlanta Residential Real Estate Rebounds
After months of sluggish behavior in the Atlanta residential real estate industry, May finally demonstrated significant housing recovery. After two months of a score of 5.7, the May Cal-Culator ranks a 6.0 due to improvements across the board in pending home sales, foreclosures and home price gains. The leading measure of U.S. home prices, the […]
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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.
