ARCHIVED BLOG POSTS
2012
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Thank you. These are, I believe, two of the most underused words in our vocabulary. They are relatively easy to say, but rarely said. What’s up with that? I use them all the time. I don’t know why others don’t as well. I have noticed recently that some of my favorite interactions with clients i...
07/15/2012
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Yay indeed! I was talking to our managing broker the other day and she told me that our office was the top office last month in sales, over 21 other offices! I suspected things were going well as every time I walked by her office the pile of contracts on her desk awaiting review was tall enough t...
07/12/2012
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I have noticed a growing tendency of people feeling empowered to speak their minds. This, in and of itself, is a good thing. But not when it is hurtful and dismissive of the other person. I have watched while restaurant patrons berate the poor waitress for something that is absolutely not her fau...
07/12/2012
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Anyone who has dealt with a relocation company knows that you will see their addendum. This essentially releases them from all issues known or unknown to mankind. I get it, too. They are just facilitating a sale. But in this case they may be in the way. I put a home on the market about 2 weeks ag...
07/10/2012
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The question above does not ask about your bank, your 401K, or any other aspects of your savings. What it does ask is were do you put your dollars when you are investing in the upkeep up your home. Do you spend your dollars on the interior finishes? Things like Granite counter tops, Stainless app...
07/09/2012
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I have old air conditioners. I admit it. There is nothing intrinsically wrong with that. The neighbors don't stop and stare, pointing accusingly at my home. Well, not about that any way. It is what it is. I replaced my water heater 2 years ago. It was 17 years old and working just fine. It was al...
07/03/2012
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A new listing by the Community Realty Group! This home is in a wonderful location, minutes from I-575 in one direction and Roswell and 400 in the other. Unlike other homes in the neighborhood, this home has new carpet, paint, Water Heater, Plantation Shutters, wood floors, Roof, Windows, and more...
07/02/2012
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Oh, the temperature is high as well, but I am talking about the North Atlanta Metro area. The market seems to be picking up steam. If a home is in good shape and priced correctly, it will have multiple offers. Now really is the time to sell your home if you are thinking of moving. I have sold two...
07/01/2012