Is the idea of saving for a down payment holding you back from buying a home right now? You may be eager to take advantage of today’s low mortgage rates, but the thought of needing a large down payment might make you want to pump the brakes. Today, there’s still a common myth that you have to come up with 20% of the total sale price for your down payment. This means people who could buy a home may be putting their plans on hold because they don’t have that much saved yet. The reality is, whether … [Read more...]
Want to Build Wealth? Buy a Home This Year.
Every year, households across the country make the decision to rent for another year or take the leap into homeownership. They look at their earnings and savings and then decide what makes the most financial sense. That equation will most likely take into consideration monthly housing costs, tax advantages, and other incremental expenses. Using these measurements, recent studies show that it’s still more affordable to own than rent in most of the country. There is, however, another financial … [Read more...]
Turn to an Expert for the Best Advice, Not Perfect Advice
As we approach the anniversary of the hardships we’ve faced through this pandemic and the subsequent recession, it’s normal to reflect on everything that’s changed and wonder what’s ahead for 2021. While there are signs of economic recovery as vaccines are being issued, we still have a long way to go. It’s at times like these we want exact information about anything we’re doing. That information brings knowledge, and this gives us a sense of relief and comfort in uncertain times. If you’re … [Read more...]
6 Signs That You Are Dealing with A Bad Property Manager
Hiring a property manager is a grand favor that you bestow upon yourself. You free yourself from the hassle and stress of managing your property, tenants, and property-related matters. However, all of this is only possible when you’ve got a reliable, skilled, and professional property manager on board. The tables can turn pretty much around if you end up with the wrong property manager. If you want to know the signs that indicate that a property manager isn’t the best option, you’ve … [Read more...]
Here is our October 9th, 2020 Email update about Real Estate in Northwest Atlanta (primarily Woodstock, Canton, Roswell, Acworth, Alpharetta and parts of Marietta).
October, 2020 We hope you and your families are healthy and well in these unusual times. Covid-19 and Politics still dominate our local News. Regal Cinemas is closing all of its’ 18 theatres in Georgia after losing $1.6 billion in the first 6 months of the year. Pumpkin Patches have had to adapt how they operate too! Practicing social distancing and wearing masks is now commonplace. Here are some of our favorite places to get pumpkins; East Cobb and Roswell. Corona … [Read more...]
