First impressions count, and there’s only one time you can make a first impression.
First impressions matter, whether it’s how you dress for a job interview or the curb appeal of your Atlanta house—the view of your home from the street—when selling your property. The attractiveness of the front exterior of your house plays an […]
What are the hurdles of selling different types of real estate?
When selling distinct types of property in Atlanta, challenges vary depending on the kind of real estate you’re wanting to sell. From suburban homes in Alpharetta or Roswell to commercial properties, the Atlanta real estate market is diverse and continuously evolving. Understanding the differences […]
How are property lines determined?
Have you ever seen a person in a vest looking through a gizmo on top of a tripod, wearing a hard hat and holding an odd stick? That was probably a land surveyor taking measurements.
To plot out the boundaries of property these days, surveyors use lots of high-tech equipment […]
What is considered a fixer-upper house, and do you need to renovate in order to sell?
A fixer-upper house refers to a house that needs repairs, renovations, or remodeling to make it a safe and appealing living space. The degree of work required to get it to a satisfactory state varies widely.
Some fixer-upper […]
Cash offers for houses are at an all-time high in Georgia.
According to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, “Money talks. Loudly. And cash has increasingly been the language of home buying in metro Atlanta as 53% of purchases last year were made in cash. That's more than double the share of purchases in cash recorded two years […]
What are the exceptions to disclosure laws in Atlanta?
Most states in the U.S. require a seller’s property disclosure form when selling a house. According to RocketMortgage.com, “a Seller’s Disclosure is a legal document that requires sellers to provide previously undisclosed details about the property’s condition that prospective buyers may find unfavorable.” The seller disclosure […]
What is a home appraisal?
A home appraisal, also known as a real estate appraisal or a property appraisal, is an unbiased valuation of a property and all its features. When it comes to selling your house, a home appraisal is always required by Georgia law. But oftentimes, the seller does not necessarily need to […]
What does it mean to sell your house off-market in Atlanta?
Selling off-market, also known as a “pocket sale,” “direct sale,” or “whisper listing,” means you aren’t advertising the sale of your house. Celebrities and high-profile people often do this for privacy reasons, and so do some “ordinary” people. You might not want people to […]
A real estate investor could be the right choice when you sell your Atlanta house.
The process of selling your Atlanta house can be both exciting and daunting. You want to make sure you make the right choice that suits your specific needs and circumstances. One option that has gained popularity in recent years is […]
What contracts are needed for selling a house in Atlanta?
Selling a house is a lot of work, especially when it comes to dealing with the mountain of paperwork and legal documents required for a smooth transaction.
There are a number of contracts and legal documents required to sell a house. Let's learn the unique […]