3 Pitfalls of Relying of Public Websites Such as Zillow, Trulia, and Realtor.com to Search for Your Next Home As a REALTOR I have special access to a database (Multiple Listing Service “MLS”) that real estate agents use to market their properties. In fact, all of the brokerages that I am aware of are required to post their active listings … [Read more...]
Welcome to today's Coffee with Connie! Today I will "busting" 3 common "myth-understandings" that some buyers have about using a real estate agent when purchasing a home. I will also be introducing the newest member of The Connie Carlson Team, Lori Pugh - Buyer Specialist. Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and enjoy the show. Related … [Read more...]
Welcome to today’s edition of Coffee with Connie. Today I would like delve into closing cost that buyer’s pay when purchasing a home. There seems to be confusion in the market place when it comes to closing cost. Buyers and sellers wonder: 1) How much should I expect my closing cost to be? 2) What is included in closing … [Read more...]
So you are thinking about buying your first home but you don’t know what to do first? Over the next few weeks, I will be sharing with you the 8 Steps to Homeownership. In this video I will provide you with some of the reasons to ”Decide to Buy” a home. We will explore 1) The cost of buying vs renting 2) The advantages … [Read more...]
In the past, the Lender on every sales transaction required surveys. However, most lenders no longer require surveys. Does this mean that the Buyer should not request a survey? Here are few reasons why you SHOULD request a survey A survey of the property: Marks the corners and sets out the boundary lines of the property Shows … [Read more...]
In 1994, my husband and I decided that we were tired of the cold Chicago winters and that we would move to Atlanta. That was one of the best decisions we have made in the last 18 years of our marriage. We have been happy, Cobb County homeowners since 1994. While I am currently very familiar with Cobb County, that was not the case back in … [Read more...]
On Friday I attended a one day seminar entitled "Seize the Market". Facilitated by Rick Geha, Multiple Operating Partner of Keller Williams Realty, we studied the current national and local Atlanta real estate market conditions. We delved into discussions and idea sharing of how buyers and sellers, today, can capitalize on the market. Over … [Read more...]
WHO NEEDS UNCLE SAM WHEN KW IS LEADING THE CHARGE TO SPUR THE HOUSING MARKET? Program objective To provide participating homes a competitive edge by attracting more buyers into the marketplace by offering affordable financing options. What is the program? It is a seller funded buy-down of the buyer’s interest rate. The buy-down can be … [Read more...]
Are you looking for a great deal on a home in Cobb County? I doubt there is a day that goes by that someone doesn't tell me to call them if I see a house at a great price. Great deals are coming on the market every day. And, home prices are dropping every day as well. Here is a list of the homes in Cobb County with BIG PRICE REDUCTIONS this … [Read more...]
Recently a major topic of concern for many homeowners is their property tax bill. In an effort to become your top real estate resource, I wanted to provide you valuable real estate data to keep you informed of market conditions and show you how to appeal your taxes if you feel that your home is inappropriately assessed. With declining … [Read more...]
