Home Buyer Tips

Sept. 18, 2013

USDA Home Loans in West Atlanta and West Georgia

USDA Home Loans in West Atlanta and West Georgia

Are you in the market for a new home in the West Atlanta Area?  Many people of familiar with the FHA loan that requires a minimum of 3.5% down but did you know what your loan options are?  Depending on ...

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April 4, 2013

How much should I bid on a HUD Home

As the  first quarter of 2103 comes to a close, I will show you some real stats on what HUD and other similar homes are selling for on the market.

Many bidders beleive they can come in a swoop up one of these at a huge discount.  A couple of ...

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Feb. 6, 2013

How to handle multiple offers in real estate

A few tips to handle multiple offers in real estate today. Are you one of several buyers searching the real estate market for a great deal?  Well so are countless others.  The attraction to foreclosures and short sales are creating a buying frenzy for investors and first time and move ...

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Jan. 30, 2013

The Georgia Dream Home Loan Program

Georgia Dream Home Loan

Financing your first home can be challenging.  If you have the ability to put downGeorgia Dream Logo3.5% down payment? One option would be to check into the Georgia Dream down payment assistance program offered by the Department of Community Affairs a minimum of 3.5% and ...

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Aug. 24, 2012

Why you need a buyer's agent - Douglasville Real Estate

What is a buyer's agent

Well a buyer's agent represents you, the buyer, in a real estate transaction for Georgia.   The seller already has their agent, you know, the one that has the sign in the yard.   When you have your own agent, he or she ...

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Sept. 12, 2011

Why You Should Work With a REALTOR®

Why You Should Work With a REALTOR®Not all West Atlanta real estate practitioners are REALTORS®. The term REALTOR® is a registered trademark that identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION of REALTORS® and subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics.

Here are nine reasons why it pays to work with a ...

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Sept. 12, 2011

Ten Tips for Taking the Stress out of Buying a Home in West Atlanta

Buying a Home in West Atlanta, West Atlanta Real Estate, West Atlanta Real Estate Expert

Buying a home in West Atlanta should be fun, not stressful.  As you look for your dream home,keep  these 10 tips in mind for making the process as peaceful as possible.

Find a West Atlanta Real Estate Agent you Connect With

Home buying is not only a big ...

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Sept. 12, 2011

Tax Benefits of Homeownership

 

The tax deductions you’re eligible to take for mortgage interest and property taxes greatly increase the financial benefits of homeownership. Here’s how it works.
Assume:
 
$9,877 = Mortgage interest paid (a loan of $150,000 for 30 years, at 7 percent, using year-five interest)
$2,700 = Property taxes ...
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Sept. 12, 2011

7 Reasons to Own Your Home

Rent Vs Buy

Tax Breaks

The U.S. Tax Code lets you deduct the interest you pay on your mortgage, your property taxes, as well as some of the costs involved in buying your home.

Appreciation

Real estate has long-term, stable growth in value. While year-to-year fluctuations are normal, median existing-home sale prices ...

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Sept. 12, 2011

5 Common First Home Buyer Mistakes

  1. They don’t ask enough questions of their lender and end up missing out on the best deal.
  2. They don’t act quickly enough to make a decision and someone else buys the house.
  3. They don’t find the right agent who’s willing to help them through the homebuying process.
  4. They don’t do ...
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