What is HAFA?  Check out this video that explains HAFA, Short Sales and Deeds-in-Lieu.

As a Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) I can help you determine if this is the path for you.  Give me a call today at 770-606-0054 or check out www.avoidbankforeclosurenow.com for more details on distressed properties.

New Listing: 17 Walnut Drive Cartersville, GA 30120 *Short Sale*

This is a great home that was completely renovated in 1999.  It’s an all brick split-level home with 4 bedrooms and 3 ½ baths.  It has a detached 2 car garage with a full bathroom and the home has a breezeway extension to the mother-in-law suite.  It features hardwood floors, a formal living room and formal dining room, a breakfast area, Setillo tile in breakfast and family room and a daylight basement.

17 Walnut Drive is priced at $210,000.  Call us today for more details at 770-606-0054!

New Listing: 20 Rosebury Court Cartersville, GA 30120 *Short Sale*

This is a great short sale deal.  It’s located on a fantastic corner lot in a quiet swim neighborhood.  This 3 bedroom 2 ½ bath features walk-in closets, a huge walk-in pantry, spacious bedrooms and an extra bonus room.  This is the perfect home for the growing family or first-time home buyer.

This home is priced at $119,850.  Call us today at 770-606-0054 for more details!

New Listing: 119 West Carter St. Cartersville, GA 30120 *Short Sale*

This is a great short sale in the city.  It’s a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home that features hardwood floors in the family room and the master is on the main level.  It has a nice back yard and a rocking chair front porch.  A new roof was just installed in March of 2010.  This home is priced at $72,500.  Call us at 770-606-0054 for more details!

New Listing: 901 Peeple’s Valley Road *Short Sale*

This is the short sale of a lifetime.  This very large home has 8 acres and is perfect for the horse lover!  It boasts a huge barn and an in-ground pool that needs some work.  It features granite countertops, a stone fireplace, and an enormous master suite addition.  This home needs a little bit of work for a whole lot of home.  The setting and view are beautiful.

This home including the land and barn is priced at $199,850.  Give us a call today at 770-606-0054 for more details.

New Listing: 42 Freedom Drive Cartersville, GA 30121 *Short Sale*

This is the crown jewel of a short sale.  The home is custom top to bottom.   It features stunning upgrades like granite, slate floors and backsplash and superior lighting. An additional billiards room was recently completed.  It has 2 out buildings; 1 is a Morgan style and the other is a brand new workshop.  The screen porch and sun deck are snuggly and privately perched behind the home.

Common Misconceptions of Using a Real Estate Agent

Many people facing the task of buying or selling a home often wonder whether or not they should utilize a real estate agent for the transaction.  While some prefer to go at this task alone, we want to try to shed some light on misconceptions people have of agents that may still have some anxiety over the issue.

1.  I can do the same marketing an agent can do to sell my home

While there are several marketing tools anyone has access to, an agent has a huge vested interest in online and public marketing.  Because agents belong to brokers, most of those brokers have purchased ad space and priority on listing sites.  This can be a huge advantage in the exposure your home gets.  For example, we only enter your listing into about 4 websites.  However, because of our broker partnerships, those listings are then extended to hundreds of other real estate sites for greater exposure.  Not only that, but we have a team member (listing and marketing manager) that is committed solely to marketing your home.  That way, you can go on with your life while we work to get your home the broadest exposure possible.

2.  Agents are just in it for the money

As in any business, some people look solely to the bottom line in their business.  This can leave the public feeling ignored, used and mistreated.  As someone who has been in the business for over 22 years, I’ve seen some of this attitude.  However, my desire since day one is to make sure my clients are the #1 priority.  Any good agent will listen to your desires, concerns and reactions to different options and work with you to find the best possible situation for you.  I only want to get paid if I’ve done a good job for my clients.  I love getting new business from past client referrals because that helps me know I’m doing what it takes to build a reputable, helpful and effective business.

3.  Agents just want the buyer to buy the homes the agent has listed on the market

While this might have been an underlying motive in the past, Georgia law has helped get rid of this.  In our state, every agent has access to every other agents homes.  That is why we have both buyer and seller agents.  One agent lists properties and another sells.  Sometimes it works out that you use the same agent for both sides of the transaction but ultimately an agents primary responsibility is to get you in the home you want-regardless of who is selling it. 

Regardless of your fears or worries in buying or selling real estate, finding an agent you can trust is extremely helpful.  So, make sure you do your research and compare agents history, volume of sales and past clients success before you commit to utilizing their service.

72 Westminster Dr. Cartersville, GA 30120

This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is a really nice split foyer.  It’s freshly painted on the inside, and features brand new upgraded carpet and padding, a large finished bonus room in the basement, an enormous privacy fenced backyard, new stainless steel appliances, laminate wood floors in the kitchen, foyer and basement landing, and 2 tiered back yard decks.  This home is priced at $115,000.

For more details on this property, give us a call at (770) 606-0054!

761 West Avenue Cartersville, GA 30120

Don’t miss out on this adorable short sale opportunity in the West End of Cartersville!  This 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch home features hardwood floors under the carpet, 2 real masonry fireplaces, a huge galley kitchen that is bright and airy, and warm knotty wood pine walls which are in terrific condition.  This home is charming and so well maintained.  It has a large back entry and the driveway is off of Attaway Drive.

This home is priced to sell at $185,000.  Call us today for more information: (770) 606-0054

Recently, we have written several posts with information on the short sale process.  With so many details, there is always new information becoming available to help bring understanding to those facing this option.  Not only do we have a website dedicated to short sales, www.avoidbankforeclosurenow.com but we also wanted to provide you with this recent article which helps homeowners facing foreclosure know what steps to take.  It is written from an unbiased stand point to help you make the best decision regarding your situation.

As the article makes clear, getting the advice from an attorney is one of the best steps you can take to make sure your delicate situation is taken care of efficiently.  As a Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE), I can help you navigate through this tedious process one step at a time.