Homeowner Tax Breaks: Can I Write it Off?
With Thanksgiving upon us, and year-end approaching, now is a perfect time to start organizing for your 2017 finances. While you're gathering receipts and records for your taxes, don't forget about your home! There are several potential homeowner tax breaks you can submit for 2017 and reap yet [...]
Veterans Day: Thank You For Your Service
On November 10th this year, we will celebrate and pay tribute to the men and women who sacrificed to keep America free. If you are a veteran, or the family member of a veteran, we extend to you our deepest gratitude for your sacrifice on our country’s behalf. [...]
Multigenerational Households May Be the Answer to Price Increases
Multigenerational homes are coming back in a big way! In the 1950s, about 21%, or 32.2 million Americans shared a roof with their grown children or parents. According to an article by Realtor.com, “Nearly 1 in 5 Americans is now living in a multigenerational household – a household with two or more [...]
False Real Estate Market and Morals.
In our Georgia region, real estate inventory is VERY slim. This is due to the continued recovery from the messes created with HELOC craziness 2005 - 2008 and the subsequent fall out. People are staying put. New homes aren’t being built in our area, people chose to improve [...]
Leaseback/rent-to-own schemes.
Leasebacks/rent-to-own is a type of scam where you are asked to transfer the title to your home to the scammer. The scammer will then, supposedly, obtain new and better financing and/or allow you to remain in the home as a renter and eventually buy it back. If you do not comply with [...]
Northeast Georgia Winter Home Prep
We may not get the snow and sub-zero temperatures our northern neighbors do, but there are some easy maintenance projects you can do so you and your home are ready and prepped for what our unique weather can bring. Take a look at our guide to Northeast Georgia [...]