Author Archives: Marie Dinsmore

Days on market number goes down in January

Passing the info on to you! Here’s a quick look at some of the key metrics compiled by Georgia REALTORS from January…

  • New Listings went up 3 percent to 12,494
  • Pending Sales rose 22.5 percent to 9,240
  • Inventory shrank 15.2 percent
  • Days on market? Down.

Click here to take a look at the full report.

Keep your home safe during your travels

Believe it or not, Spring Break is just around the corner. I’m hearing clients and friends talking about those trips to Disney World, the beach or visits to family. But, like any time with large sections of the community out of school, homes are left vacant and targeted for theft.

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Help speed up the closing process

Even in the best situations, closing on a new home takes time. That’s why I like to work closely with my clients throughout the buying process and inform them of ways to speed up the time to closing, which can sometimes take close to 60 days.

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Home inventory shrinks in December

Passing the info on to you! Here’s a quick look at some of the key metrics compiled by Georgia REALTORS from December…

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Don’t forget your 2017 Homestead Exemption

Homeowners may need to provide their Warranty Deed book and page, proof of residence, social security numbers, driver’s license and car tag information.  In most counties, to be eligible for the current year, you must have owned and occupied the property as of January 1. If the property is located within city limits, the homeowner may be required to file with the city as well. 

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