Park Realty, one of the few locally owned and operated residential real estate firms in Intown Atlanta, will be hosting two property tax appeal workshops in June, right after the assessment notices are mailed out. Hap Richardson will lead the workshops. Hap is the owner of HLR Law, a boutique law firm that specializes in […]
With winter on the wane and spring inching forward, many are feeling the urge to refresh their spaces. Thinking of selling your home? The impetus to update your space may be less of a want and more of a need. Redecorating (or renovating if need be) should be done in a way that satisfies you, […]
Adding value to your house doesn’t require taking on a second mortgage to pay for improvements. Real estate experts say with a keen eye and a disimpassioned view of where your house can be updated, relatively small fixes can reap big rewards and push your home’s value up. A recent survey – Remodeling magazine’s 2017 […]
Selling your home involves costs from every angle. From fixing things in the home in preparation to sell, to advertising, all the way to paying movers on your way out. It is important to know where you can cut costs, and when it is worth it to spend the extra money. Home staging can really […]
One of the crimes most frequently reported to the police is residential burglary. It’s also the most preventable. It doesn’t take much or cost much to out-smart most burglars. They’re usually not professionals, but rather people taking advantage of an easy target. Burglars may do more than steal things. If they’re surprised by someone coming […]
Are you a full-time professional real estate agent? How long have you worked full time in real estate? How long have you been representing buyers? What professional designations do you have? Knowing whether or not your agent practices full time can help you determine potential scheduling conflicts and his or her commitment to your transaction. […]
Define your needs. Write down all the reasons for selling your home. Ask yourself, “Why do I want to sell and what do I expect to accomplish with the sale?” For example, a growing family may prompt your need for a larger home, or a job opportunity in another city may necessitate a move. For […]
Buying a home is one of the most important purchases you will make in your lifetime, so you should be sure that the home you want to buy is in good condition. A home inspection is an evaluation of a home’s condition by a trained expert. During a home inspection, a qualified inspector takes an […]
Yes – you must disclose. When the time comes to sell your Atlanta home, you will be asked to fill out a disclosure statement that will list “material facts” about problems you are aware of regarding the condition and history of your home. Both federal and state laws govern what must be disclosed during a […]
Owning a home is one of the most important parts of the American dream, but having the deed to a piece of land does not necessarily mean the property is yours free and clear. Other people may have certain prior rights or claims that your deed will not erase. Such rights can go back all […]