NOT SO COMMONLY KNOWN ALLERGY RELIEF
April 24, 2019
Taken from the USA Today: Allergy season is here and it's not pretty.While most people are eager to take advantage of the warmer spring weather, allergy sufferers, more than 26 milliomn Americans, know there's an invisible danger that lurks outside waiting to attack: your friendly neighborhood pollen here to ruin your day. Allergy medicines and ...
Horry County Fair in Progress
April 23, 2019
The Horry County Fair is in full swing despite the first day being cancelled. The last day is April 26. On that same day in the City of MYRTLE BEACH there is a food truck event. This is located downtown near 9th Avenue North. There is going to be lots of good food. It ...
TWO HOMES FOR THE PRICE OF ONE!
April 22, 2019
Two for the price of one! 1930's three bedroom home, PLUS a detached 2 bedroom home. Enjoy living in a quaint Tennessee town with a history of river travel on The Cumberland River. Easy access to Interstate 40 to commute to employment out of the area. This home qualifies for $100.00 down payment program*, for ...
Managing Homeownership on a Single Income
April 19, 2019
Managing Homeownership on a Single IncomeIt is possible to buy and maintain a home on a single income. Learn how to do it here! If you or your family live on a single income, it may seem like homeownership is out of reach, but don’t fret - it’s still possible! If you’re hoping to buy ...
Where To Start
April 17, 2019
We get calls every day from consumers in the marketplace interested in the homes we have listed. They ask the price, they ask about the square footage, the bedrooms, the baths, and the lot. Then, more often than you would think, sometimes with a shaking voice, sometimes almost in a whisper, they ask the question they've been afraid ...
How to Finance a Home, Creatively
April 17, 2019
Investigate local, state, and national down payment assistance programs.These programs give qualified applicants loans or grants to cover all or part of your required down payment. National programs include the Nehemiah program, Getdownpayment.com, and the American Dream Down Payment Fund from the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Explore seller financing.In some cases, sellers may ...
What to ask a Potential Lender
April 16, 2019
1. WHAT TYPE OF LOANS DO YOU OFFER? WHAT ARE THE QUALIFYING GUIDELINES FOR EACH?Since there are many different types of mortgages, including: Fixed-RateAdjustable RateFederal Housing AdministrationVeteran’s Associationthis is just to name a few, it’s important to know which type of loan the lender can offer you. Don’t be afraid to ask them to ...
The Property Condition Report - Very Important
April 16, 2019
The PCR is one of the most important disclousure statements. In talking to both buyers and Realtors, I direct them to view and print for their records the HUD disclosures. By viewing the PCR and noting the functionality of the inspected items, a buyer can better determine how to proceed with the proper financing. If a property has multiple ...
Top 5 Budget-Friendly Staging Tips for Your Home
April 16, 2019
Post by: Nancy Braun, Showcase Realty The benefits of stagingOne of the most important processes of selling your Charlotte home is staging it. Staging is the combination of decorating and adding small touches to create the lifestyle your buyers would like to see.Staging helps bring out the home’s best features. The right staging ...
Ready to remodel? How to hire a contractor you can trust
April 15, 2019
© Sean Locke Photography / Shutterstock.com shutterstock_170475791Homeowners rarely need an excuse to remodel their homes, but doing so can mean wading into a world both alien and expensive. Hiring the right contractor makes all the difference to the success and affordability of your project.Most contractors are professionals who do their best. So, the key is to ...
Happy Tax Day
April 15, 2019
“The hardest thing in the world to understand is the income tax.” — Albert Einstein, physicist...
EASY LANDSCAPING DIY PROJECTS
April 15, 2019
Ever get the itch to do a DIY project? Whenever we do, our favorites involve getting outdoors and mixing up our landscaping features. Whether it's as simple as installing some lighting or a little more time-consuming like re-plotting plants, a fresh look for the lawn always gives your home a fresh look as well. Here are our ...
Top 10 Myths That Trip Up First-Time Home Buyers
April 15, 2019
If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably received your share of advice from family and friends. Add to that the constant stream of TV shows, news segments, and social media posts that over-simplify the home buying process for easy entertainment.With so much information to sift through, it can be tough to distinguish fact from ...
Why is it Important to Have Rain Gutters?
April 14, 2019
Why it is Important to Have Rain Gutters? As you may know, having properly installed and maintained rain gutters will allow them to drain rainwater away from your house, which will give you, your family and your home a lot of benefits. Eave trough is a more technical terminology used for rain gutters. You ...
What You Should Know About Home Warranties
April 12, 2019
Master Brokers | April 2019 | 828-850-0142 Home warranties can increase the perceived value of your home. In a recent Gallup survey of home buyers, pre-owned homes with home warranty coverage commanded as much as 2% higher perceived value than homes without warranties. By increasing the perceived value, you’re more likely to get a full asking ...
How to Hashtag on the Gram.
April 11, 2019
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Renting vs. Buying a House – How to Make a Decision, Pros & Cons
April 10, 2019
Given the hefty upfront costs associated with purchasing a home, most young people begin their independent lives renting an apartment. As they build careers, save money, and start families, many choose to buy a home. On the other end of the age spectrum, homeowners nearing retirement may choose to sell their family homes, downsize, and become renters ...
April Market Update for Manchester TN and Coffee County TN
April 10, 2019
In the Middle Tennessee area of Coffee County , TN; the number of home sales was up 3.5% from 2018 to 2019. Even with limited inventory, the number of sales is increasing. Average home prices for 2019 were stable with less than 1% increase from 2018 YTD.The average days on the market are down 17% this year to ...
8 essential, low-budget renovations that will make your home more appealing to millennial buyers
April 10, 2019
https://www.businessinsider.com/millennial-real-estate-renovations-2019-4...
What happens when a property is under contract and the seller dies?
April 10, 2019
This just happened to me and I wanted to share this article:What happens if a home seller dies?February 18, 2016 Share While unusual, during the home buying process, a home seller may pass away after an offer has been accepted, but before closing. Buyers are understandably shaken by this and may wonder what the next steps will ...
Last minute Tax Tips
April 10, 2019
Last Minute Tax Tips1) decide where you'll be itemizing. Though itemizing on a tax return is more involved than claiming the standard deduction., it could pay off. To determine whether it makes sense to itemize, see if your individual deductions exceed the standard deduction in 2017, which is $6,350 for single tax filers and $12,700 for ...
Wanting To Update Your Home On A Small Budget?
April 09, 2019
Paint is easily one of the biggest home design tools at your disposal. It has the ability to take a room from dark and dingy to light and bright – and from small and cramped to spacious and airy.One big tip when choosing paint colors – paint the majority of your home one neutral color. This helps ...
Best Low Maintenance Shrubs
April 08, 2019
Don’t have much of a green thumb, or don’t want to spend countless hours taking care of your shrubs? Try these! Witch Hazel – flowers bloom in early spring, only light pruning necessary.Forsythia – a bright beautiful yellow pop of color that is also an early bloomer. Prune once a year after it ...
March 2019 Newsletter
April 05, 2019
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Do you have that urge to plant something?
April 05, 2019
With Winter beginning to wane and the sun staying out longer, you may have the urge to start your spring gardening a little early. With the colder weather and possibility of a few more frosts, here is a list of 5 veggies that can be planted as soon as the ground is workable. 5 Early Spring Veggies You ...
