Blog by Philip Jones

How Realtors Work To Sell Your Home

November 24th, 2008

HOW REALTORS WORK TO SELL YOUR HOME

            When a seller lists a home with a real estate professional, a lot of brainstorming takes place to determine the most effective way to promote the sale. As the homeowner, it's important for you to know about your realtor's business plan for selling your home.  Take the time to ask your realtor questions that will help you participate in the proce ...

621 Dennis Drive, Martinez, GA

November 24th, 2008

I just finished uploading this Brick for rent, 621 Dennis Drive, Martinez, GA

3 BR/2 BA All Brick Ranch! Hardwood Floors in Family and Dining Room, Ceramic Tile Bathroom, All Brick Fireplace In Family Room, Large Backyard w/ 2 Storage Units

How Appraisers Calculate A Home's Value

November 20th, 2008

HOW APPRAISERS CALCULATE A HOME'S VALUE

     Before your mortgage application is approved, the lender will order a professional appraisal of the home to make sure that the agreed-upon price is in line with the current market value of the home.  The appraiser's fee will be based on the complexity of the appraisal and the time required to complete it.

     A professional appraiser will choose t ...

When An Agent Drops By With A Buyer

November 17th, 2008

WHEN AN AGENT DROPS BY WITH A BUYER

     You just received a call from a Realtor who wants to show your house later in the day.  You hurry around doing last-minute cleanup before the agent arrives with the client.  When the house is ready, what should you do?  Relax and allow your real estate agent to do what you hired them for!

     It is difficult for an agent or a prospective buyer to deal ...

When The Home Inspector Misses Something

November 14th, 2008

WHEN THE HOME INSPECTOR MISSES SOMETHING

     Before the professional inspector examines the home that you are buying, you will be asked to sign an acknowledgment of the scope of the inspection.  This document will probably include a disclaimer clause designed to relieve the company of responsibility if they should miss a defect.  What happens if a defect is missed during an inspection?

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1836 Long Creek Falls, Grovetown, GA

November 11th, 2008

I just finished uploading this Brick for sale, 1836 Long Creek Falls, Grovetown, GA

Immaculate 4 BR/2 BA - 10 Ft Ceilings - Courian Countertops - Sitting Room Off Master Bedroom - Granite Bathroom Countertops - Irrigation System Front, Side, & Backyard - 15x20 Back Deck

111 Ashley Circle, N. Augusta, SC

November 10th, 2008

I just finished uploading this Brick for sale, 111 Ashley Circle, N. Augusta, SC

3 BR/2 BA Renovated Home - New Windows, Roof, Hardwood Floors - Kitchen w/ Granite Countertops & Stainless Steel Appliances - Spacious Living Room w/ Bay Window - Screened Back Patio Overlooking Pool

Wisdom of Homeowner Warranties

November 10th, 2008

THE WISDOM OF HOMEOWNER WARRANTIES

     There are a number of companies that offer home warranty coverage on the major systems and appliances in a home for the first year that the buyer owns the property.  Arrangements are made for this coverage during the escrow period and usually paid for at close of escrow.  These warranties vary in types of coverage and cost, but they can provide extra pe ...

Is There Really Another Buyer?

November 6th, 2008

IS THERE REALLY ANOTHER BUYER?

     You have found the perfect house and are thinking about making an offer.  Even though you trust your Realtor, you are feeling some pressure just when you feel that you need time to consider the matter. The agent tells you that another party is thinking about making an offer, so you shouldn't delay if you really want the house.  What should you do?  Trust yo ...

Adding To Your Neighbors' Curb Appeal

November 4th, 2008

ADDING TO YOUR NEIGHBORS' CURB APPEAL

     When sellers think about curb appeal, they usually think about their own front yard and the effort required to keep the house looking its best.  When prospective buyers look at homes, they evaluate the house and the neighborhood. If you need to move and you're estimating what you can ask for your home, be mindful that the price your neighbors get for ...