The following real estate articles, written by recognized and respected professionals within the industry, offer valuable information for all our home buyers and sellers visiting our website.


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Seven Reasons Why Home Buyers Need Their Own Agent -  Sellers have their own agent called the Listing Agent. So why not the buyer having their own agent?.....the Buyer Agent!

The Appeal of 55 Plus Communities -  As baby boomers ease into retirement, "active adult" communities, such as may be found in Peachtree City, are on the rise.  Is this type of community right for you?

"Boomerang" Retirees Sticking Close to Home - Tips on deciding what kind of "active adult" or "55 Plus" community is best for your interests, age, and location.

Three Deadly Mistakes Every Home Buyer Should Avoid - Thinking you can't afford it, not hiring a buyer's agent to represent you, and getting a cheap inspection are the three deadly mistakes home buyers make......read the details, learn the details, and save yourself money and headaches.

For Investors: Understanding the 1031 Tax Exchange - Bring yourself up-to-date on the ins and outs of the 1031 exchange program and how it is different from the old 1034 Internal Revenue Code.

It's Time to Look at Your Roof - So you think the home inspection will cover everything?  Well, think again.  Consider hiring a roofing inspector to give an in-depth look at the roof before you buy.......a HVAC inspector may be a good idea also.

How Good Is Your Roof? - Tips on checking out your roof before it's too late.....a little work can go a long way.

Home Improvement Scams - Avoid falling victim to scams by learning how to choose the right contractor and spot suspicious behavior.  

How Much Is Too Much?  - Protect yourself from mortgage fraud by learning how overstating your income can sometimes be too much.

Getting to the Truth in Lending - Choosing the best mortgage has always been a tricky business.  Protect yourself by becoming informed in the mortgage process; this article gives consumers tips and advice on choosing the best mortgage.

How to "Cure" Your House Before You Sell - If you're about ready to sell your home, then ensuring you have curb appeal, clutter-free rooms, and the look of a model home is important. But it's also vital to play house doctor and cure those ailments that have been lingering -- drafty windows, stale odors, cold floors, and the like.

Overseas Relocation: How to Prepare - Regardless of whether you're single or married, parents or not parents, moving overseas is stressful. How do you prepare yourself and/or your family members and keep the process flowing as smoothly as possible?

What if I Find Polybutylene Plumbing in the Listing?  - What polybutylene piping means to the home buyer and what can be done about it.

Peachtree City: One of Georgia's Most Prosperous Communities - Learn why PTC is one of the best communities to move to in Georgia and what gives it its 'peachy' charm.  

Who's On Your Side When You Buy a Home?  - What is dual agency and why is it important to know about agent disclosure?
Make sure YOUR best interests are a priority for your agent.  

Pros and Cons of Hiring a Buyer's Agent - Purchasing a home is often confusing; decide whether hiring a buyer's agent will make the experience smooth, swift, and trouble-free.

John Thomas: I Am a Buyer's Agent - What is a buyer's agent? If they are paid by the seller, along with the seller's agent, then what can they really do to benefit the buyer? John Thomas, with Jean Rogers, explains what a buyer's agent is and why he chose to be one in this interview.

Are You An 'Out-of-Date' Buyer? - Why would anyone undertake the most expensive transaction of their lives without a representative to help them? Chalk it up to old-fashioned buyer thinking. Some buyers don't know how treacherous the negotiation and transfer of a home can be.

Interviewing Selling Agents Over the Internet - With more buyers turning to the Internet to view homes, shop for loans, and learn about the home buying process, the agent whom you choose to market your home can't afford not to be in command of this powerful tool called the Internet.

You Made A Profit, You Will Have To Pay The Tax - Section 1034 of the Internal Revenue Code was repealed several years ago. Read up on what you can now do, and can't do, tax-wise, on the sale of your home.

8 Tips for Protecting Yourself When You Buy a House - If you're getting ready to buy a house during what is typically the busiest buying and selling time of the year, then offers may be flying, loans may seem confusing, and everything may be moving way too fast. That's why it's important to do everything you can to protect yourself throughout the entire homebuying process.

What You Should Know About Buyer's Agents - Chris Toth and his wife recently purchased their first home in San Mateo, Calif. But because the agent representing them also represented the seller, distrust ran high during the transaction. In hindsight, says Mr. Toth, "It probably wasn't the best thing for both parties." The couple wonders whether the deal would have worked out better if they had hired a buyer's agent to represent them in the transaction.

Getting a Footing: What You Need to Know if You're Buying New Carpet - Despite the rising popularity of flooring materials like tile, wood, and laminates, carpet is still a front-runner when it comes to the material of choice for many rooms of the house.

What To Do When A Contractor Scams You Or Does A Shoddy Job - Going through a remodel or upgrading your home is kind of like having surgery. At some point, you have to hand the controls over to someone else and have faith that they know what they're doing. But what if they prove they don't?

Giving Your House A Decorator's Touch When Selling - Today's average homebuyers are demanding more than ever in the houses they are buying. Common requests are kids' own rooms, playrooms, hobby rooms, home offices, larger laundry rooms, kitchens with all the bells and whistles, and luxurious master bedrooms.

Architectural Controls: Where's The Beef? - We have just been advised by our community association's architectural control committee that our fence is too high. We were told that if we do not lower the fence within 30 days, we will be fined $25 per day until the matter is resolved. What options do we have?

When Is It Time To Sell ? The Empty-Nester Dilemma. - Millions of baby boomers are now facing, or will shortly face, The Big Question: "What Do We Do About The Family Home?" With children grown and leaving for college or for places of their own, Fifty-Something folks find themselves grappling with a decision that many are just not ready to make.

Remodeling? Tips for Choosing Products - If you're considering remodeling or are in the throes of plans for new materials, fixtures, and appliances, then you know that choosing your products and staying within budget can be a huge challenge. But it can be done.

Homes Being Built For Boomers To Age Comfortably - Many homebuilders are designing new homes and remodeling existing ones to allow homeowners -- specifically Baby Boomers -- to age comfortably in place.

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