Wednesday, November 17, 2010

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Have Atlanta Home prices Hit bottom????






According to this chart, it looks like Atlanta hit bottom last year. We are on the upswing now, price-wise. This is very good news for sellers! For the buyers, it is time to take advantage of these still historically low prices because they may not last long. They are going up! Contact me today for more charts and more great information!
I am here for all of your Real Estate needs!

Thursday, May 20, 2010

Discount Broker vs. Listing with Me!







Why pay a discount broker all kinds of upfront fees, when you list with me, it is free until we close! I have heard so many stories of clients that pay thousands of dollars in upfront fees with a discount broker, and then realize they are not getting the service that they desire from that agency.

When you list with me, you pay NOTHING up front. If it ends up not selling, you are not out any money at all.
I had a client meet with me, and could see all that I offer, that a discount broker simply does not provide. She listed with them for two weeks and realized she was not getting the service that she needed. She was pretty much selling her home by herself except that it was on the Fmls, and Mls. She then canceled her contract with them, after being out over $1,000. She listed with me and I got it sold within 8 Days!!
I am not promising 8 days, but with all of my marketing expertise, holding open houses,caravans, mail-outs and much more, my service makes a difference.

Please call ME first before you decide to go with a discount Broker. I would hate to see you loose your hard earned money!

I don't get paid until I get the job done!

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Reasons to buy a home even without the tax credit!











People have been purchasing homes for hundreds of years without any "Tax Credits" and they will continue to do so. Owning a home is the American Dream.

Reasons to buy a home even without the Tax Credit:

- Prices of homes are ridiculously low!! Most likely the lowest we will ever see in our lifetime.
- Inventory is high! There are so many homes to choose from.
- Interest Rates are Extremely low! Take advantage. A higher interest rates could mean thousands of dollars in the long run.
- It is a buyers market. The housing market is in the buyers hands.

Call me for a list of your area's Best Buy List!

Friday, February 12, 2010

Exclusive Buyer Representation and How it Benefits YOU!


Exclusive Buyer Agency Agreements are where a Realtor represents the Buyer of real estate.

The Buyer Agent owes fiduciary duties to the Buyer under this relationship and agreement, including fidelity, honesty, dedication to purpose, acting in the Buyer's best interests, etc.
The commission to be paid to the Buyer's Agent in the Buyer Agency Agreement, , is generally offset against the share, or "co-op", commission offered by the Listing Agent through the Multiple Listing Service ("MLS"). So in essence, a Buyers Agent is FREE!!!!!

An exclusive buyer agent is a real estate agent who is NOT representing a seller in any transaction while representing the particular buyer.
It is beneficial to a buyer to have representation because the agent is responsible for acquiring information on the property and advising the buyer based on that information. Without an agreement, the agent does NOT have an obligation to work with the buyer's best interests in mind.

WHY would you NOT use a Buyer's Agent in a Real Estate Transaction??
They are working for you and your interests first and foremost. They will get you the most home for the money and represent YOU throughout the entire transaction.

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Buy a home for $100 DOWN!


How to Purchase a HUD home with only $100 DOWN!!!!


$100 down payment for owner occupants purchasing a HUD home with FHA financing. This loan incentive is also available to owner occupant purchasers who obtain a FHA Home Repair.

It's a great time to Purchase a HUD home with FHA financing.

Visit www.HudPemco.com to search homes, then call me to view the homes!

Tuesday, January 19, 2010

It's a Buyers Market! Take advantage today!

Happy New Year as we kick of 2010…a new year and new decade! Real Estate continues to be a hot topic of conversation everywhere. How many times do people ask, “How is business? Is now a good time to buy?”

The first quarter of 2010 will most likely be the BEST TIME EVER to purchase real estate. Here are three quick reasons why it one of the BEST times to purchase a home in 1st quarter of 2010 along with a little commentary on each reason.

Tax Credit has been extended- The Federal Government Home Buyer Tax Credit for first time home = buyers and repeat home buyers ends April 30, 2010. An accepted contract must be in place by then with a closing by June 30, 2010. If you are a "qualifying first-time home buyer" that means $8000 in tax credits. For "qualifying repeat home buyers" that means $6500 in tax credits. For more information check out www.federalhousingtaxcredit.com.

Interest Rates are low- Last January rates were below 5% and there was a big run on refinances. Those low rates have returned again this January. Currently rates are as low as they have been in 40-50 years. Rates may tick up this spring (around April).

Home Prices Are Discounted- The last two years foreclosures have driven down prices. This will continue in the first quarter of 2010. Numbers suggest an of 15% discount on home prices for Forsyth county on November, 2009 closed sales. Homes are priced to sell!

In conclusion the two minute elevator speech on why to buy in Q1 of 2010-“ the government is paying buyers to purchase homes at their deepest discounts with lowest financing terms in 40 years. The stars are aligned. This is an unprecedented and newly defined “BUYERS MARKET” for the next 4 months.

CALL ME FOR MORE INFORMATION!



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