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Athens Real Estate Market and COVID-19

August 3, 2020 by Jerri.Stracener Leave a Comment

Athens real estate and Covid-19

Since mid-March, so much has changed, not even considering the Athens real estate market and COVID-19. Things that used to be taken for granted are now seen as risky. We wear masks for shopping and are way more cautious even visiting with friends. The public parks were closed for several weeks and public pools have […]

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Buying a home in Athens GA

May 14, 2019 by Jerri.Stracener 1 Comment

Buying a home in Athens GA

With stricter requirements for financing and limited inventory of homes in some price ranges, it can seem more difficult when buying a home in Athens GA.

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Who pays the Real Estate Commission?

January 29, 2019 by Jerri.Stracener Leave a Comment

Do you have to pay the real estate commission

Buying a home is one of the largest purchases most of us ever make. Be sure you are represented and have all the facts before making the final decision.

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What’s included with the monthly mortgage payment?

January 28, 2019 by Jerri.Stracener Leave a Comment

Buying a home in Athens

There is more to the monthly mortgage payment than principal and interest. Make sure you have the facts about private mortgage insurance.

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How much can I afford to pay for a home?

January 28, 2019 by Jerri.Stracener Leave a Comment

How much can you afford to pay for a home?

Deciding on the amount you can afford to pay for a home is the first step.

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Is it better to ask for repairs or a repair allowance?

January 28, 2019 by Jerri.Stracener Leave a Comment

Home Inspection

Having repairs made by the seller before closing may be difficult. Depending on the repairs needed, it may be better to do them after closing.

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Do I really need a home inspection?

January 28, 2019 by Jerri.Stracener Leave a Comment

Home Inspection in Athens

The home inspection may or may not reveal repairs that would have been missed. To be protected, we always recommend a home inspection.

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Final Walk-through

October 8, 2018 by Jerri.Stracener Leave a Comment

Final walk-through before closing

Don’t skip over the final walk-through when buying a home. Even with a vacant home, things may have changed since the last time you saw the home.

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What are closing costs and who pays them?

August 31, 2018 by Jerri.Stracener Leave a Comment

Home Value

Having enough money for a down payment plus closing costs can be expensive. Asking a seller to pay the closing costs is a common practice.

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“Pending” or “Under Contract”?

April 8, 2018 by Jerri.Stracener Leave a Comment

Contract

Real estate terms may be different in each state. Pending or Under Contract can mean the same thing but should be used to clearly identify the status.

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