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6 Facts that Gwinnett Home Buyers should know before Buying

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The cities of Gwinnett County are frequently cited by several national publications for being among the most desirable areas to live in Metro Atlanta, Georgia, and the country.  Residents here enjoy the finest in modern infrastructure, affordable housing, healthcare, high-quality education options, easy access to regional vacation destinations, mildly seasonal climates, entertainment, and more.  But according to the National Association of REALTORS®, one reason consistently given by homeowners nationwide for selling a home is to correct a home buying error.  And while homes in Gwinnett County are still affordable, they can still be a bit pricey in this time of higher interest rates and limited inventory, so it is important to get it right the first time. The website, Solomon Greene, Drake Realty, Inc. , was created to provide some insights into the lifestyles here in Gwinnett County so that visitors can have some information to use when making a decision on the best place to live am

How to Sell Your House As-Is Fast in Metro Atlanta

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Hear about an Owner who Sold his House As-is Fast It was a privilege and an honor to assist an out-of-state homeowner with the sale of their Metro Atlanta Fixer-upper.  Watch this video to learn how this client did it and how you can sell your home as-is fast in metro Atlanta.  Please visit UnNestGA.com/sell for more details or contact me for answers to questions about selling your Metro Atlanta Home fast and for more.

Please Read before Selling a House without a REALTOR

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My brokerage will earn a commission on the sale of your home along with any broker who presents an acceptable offer on behalf a buyer to buy whenever I am trusted to help an owner sell a house.   The benefits that those owners enjoy for that service, however, typically make the use of these channels well worth the investment.  Read on to find out  why selling a home without a REALTOR could be a mistake. Selling a House without a REALTOR Here's what you should know about the path ahead before attempting to sell your home without the services of a licensed, insured, screened real estate agent who is compelled to work on behalf of the client rather than themselves. The Costly Pitfalls of Selling a House by FSBO There's plenty of research over the internet that describes issues associated with FSBO (For Sale by Owner) Sales.  Yes, owners can save money and avoid brokerage sales commission by selling their homes though FSBO.  But the properties of owners who chose to work with real

Use these Home Staging Ideas for Entertaining or a Fast Sale

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Staged homes typically attract better-qualified home buyers fast who are willing to pay more for them.  But your objective may be entirely different from that of selling a home, perhaps improving it instead to encourage guests and family members to return for future entertainment, to be that exclusive oasis for your own relaxation, or simply to make it like new again through routine maintenance.  Whether making others fall in love with your abode or restoring it to the retreat that prompted you to buy it in the first place, consider these house staging tips along your journey to making the property into the showplace you've always known that it could be. Use these Home Staging Ideas for Entertaining or a Fast Sale Twelve Tips on Easily Cleaning and Depersonalizing Your Home Declutter by packing early, focusing on books, clothing, memorabilia, photos, diplomas, wall art, and other personal items. Consider the use of storage offsite. Reduce belongings to the absolute must-haves in th

Five of the Best Shopping Destinations in Gwinnett County

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The Village at the Mall of Georgia Shopping is the ultimate pastime for many who either are in search of a thoughtful gift or just in need of something affordable to do outside the house, perhaps like enjoying the exercise of walking around inside a welcoming public space.  The chatter covering the fine Gwinnett County Schools Systems is plentiful, but there’s rarely a blurb about the wide variety of inventory and events offered among the various area shopping outlets, many of them rather high-end.  That lack of coverage and the distance to the most desirable retail stores can lead some buyers to feel as if a better choice could have been made in their home-buying decisions.  So, if the availability of shopping options is an important area amenity to someone in your household or an occasional free movie or concert is a priority, consider the proximity to one of these five shopping destinations when looking at homes for sale in Gwinnett County. Five of the Best Shopping Destinations

Limit Surprises with these 15 Interior Home Inspection Tips

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The euphoria of first-time home ownership is undeniable, particularly for those for whom rental payments seemed to have become a necessary way of life.  Unfortunately, the home inspection that was likely conducted during the buying process may have been the only one completed on the property, and the limited maintenance tips available online can be rather troubling to both first-timers and others.  Indeed, that angst over what could go wrong and often at the worst possible time, perhaps when funds are low, is often among the main frustrations associated with owning a home.   Limit Surprises with these 15 Interior Home Inspection Tips Consider these routine interior maintenance tips along with the other home inspection suggestions for peace of mind during home ownership and when the time comes to part ways with your home. Consider these Home Inspection Tips based on the Build Date  Test properties built in 1978 or earlier for lead, mitigate when necessary, and retain reports. Test all p

Down Payment Assistance Programs and Zero-Down Mortgages

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Down payment assistance and zero-down mortgages that have been around for years may offer interesting opportunities to owners looking to sell their properties in a shifting real estate market .   Unfortunately, those involved in their use are often unfamiliar with how the programs work or may have had a bad experience with one, so they may discourage their use or the acceptance of offers that include them.   As a result, home buyers and sellers rarely hear about the programs, how they work, and offers from highly qualified borrowers who have properly disclosed their use are often deemed unattractive.   Please read on to learn about some of the zero-down mortgages available here in Gwinnett County  that can attract home buyers with up to $10,000 in down payment assistance and help get a property sold. This post contains affiliate links . Down Payment Assistance Programs and Zero-Down Mortgages Zero down mortgages may be available as 100% financing to credit-eligible borrowers in ce