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Buying a House: Three Things to Expect From Your Agent

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Buying a house is one of the biggest financial decisions you will make. Here are three things you should expect from your agent every step of the way. Straight answers about condition Photos hide a lot. Your agent should tell you what to look for on the roof, HVAC, plumbing, electrical and foundation, and should … Continued

How to Choose the Right Buyer’s Agent in Metro Atlanta

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The agent you choose can change what you pay, what you buy and how stressful the process feels. Before you sign anything, ask these questions. Ask about experience that matches your goal Ask how they find the true value Look for an agent who compares recent sales, estimates repair costs and explains the reasoning. If … Continued

Four Things to Expect When You Buy a Home With an Agent

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If you have never worked with a buyer’s agent, it helps to know how the relationship should go. Here is what a good agent does for you, and what you should expect to see from the first call to the closing table. 1. A conversation about your goals first A good agent asks how you … Continued

Highest and Best Offers: How to Compete Without Overpaying

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When a listing agent calls for “highest and best” offers, the seller is asking every buyer to put their strongest terms on the table by a deadline. It can feel like pressure to bid blindly. It does not have to be. We have run these deadlines from the seller side and written them from the … Continued

FHA 203(k) vs. Conventional Renovation Loans: How to Choose

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If you want to buy a house that needs work and finance the repairs in the same loan, you have more than one option. The FHA 203(k) is the best known, but conventional renovation loans can be a better fit for some buyers. The right choice depends on your credit, your down payment and the … Continued

A First-Time Home Buyer Checklist for Metro Atlanta

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Buying your first home involves a lot of steps, and it helps to see them in order. Use this checklist to keep your place and to know what comes next. Before you shop While you shop When you make an offer Between contract and closing Our full guide for first-time home buyers explains each step … Continued