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The Risks of Selling Your House On Your Own
The Risks of Selling Your House on Your Own Are you thinking about selling your house as a For Sale by Owner (FSBO)? If so, know there’s a whole lot more time and expertise needed in that process than you might think. While the idea of doing it all by yourself might seem tempting, it’s... Read More
Happy Thanksgiving 2023!
A Brief History of Thanksgiving:“Thanksgiving Day is a national holiday in the United States, and Thanksgiving 2023 occurs on Thursday, November 23. In 1621, the Plymouth colonists from England and the Native American Wampanoag people shared an autumn harvest feast that is acknowledged as one of the first Thanksgiving celebrations in the colonies…” ~ Click here to... Read More
Are Higher Mortgage Rates Here to Stay?
Are Higher Mortgage Rates Here To Stay? Mortgage rates have been back on the rise recently and that’s getting a lot of attention from the press. If you’ve been following the headlines, you may have even seen rates recently reached their highest level in over two decades (see graph below): That can feel like a little bit of... Read More
Explaining Today’s Low Housing Supply [INFOGRAPHIC]
Explaining Today’s Low Housing Supply [INFOGRAPHIC] Some Highlights Wondering why the supply of homes for sale is limited today? There are a few factors at play. Lack of building over time, the mortgage rate lock-in effect, and people staying in their houses longer are three of the main reasons why supply is low. But real estate agents know exactly where to look and what to do to... Read More
Home Prices Are Not Falling
Home Prices Are Not Falling During the fourth quarter of last year, some housing experts projected home prices were going to crash in 2023. The media ran with those forecasts and put out headlines calling for doom and gloom in the housing market. All of this negative news coverage made a lot of people have doubts about the... Read More
Key Skills You Need Your Listing Agent To Have
Key Skills You Need Your Listing Agent To Have Selling your house is a big decision. And that can make it feel both exciting and a little bit nerve-wracking. But the key to a successful sale is finding the perfect listing agent to work with you throughout the process. A listing agent, also known as a seller’s... Read More
Home Price Growth Is Returning To Normal
Home Price Growth Is Returning to Normal [INFOGRAPHIC] Some Highlights If you’re wondering what’s happening with home prices, know they’re still rising, just at a slower pace – and that’s perfectly normal for this time of year. Based on typical seasonality in the market, prices go up most in the spring during the peak buying season, and then price growth slows... Read More
Why Home Prices Keep Going Up
If you’ve ever dreamed of buying your own place, or selling your current house to upgrade, you’re no stranger to the rollercoaster of emotions changing home prices can stir up. It’s a tale of financial goals, doubts, and a dash of anxiety that many have been through. But if you put off moving because you’re worried home... Read More
American Lifestyle Magazine: November 2023
The Magazine Celebrating Life In America American Lifestyle Magazine: November 2023 Read More
Perks Of Selling Your Home When Inventory Is Low
When it comes to selling your house, you’re probably trying to juggle the current market conditions and your own needs as you plan your move. One thing that may be working in your favor is how few homes there are for sale right now. Here’s what you need to know about the current inventory situation and what it means for... Read More
Happy Halloween! 🎃
Halloween is a night of fun and fright, but it does require extra caution when it comes to keeping your little monsters safe. According to Safe Kids Worldwide, “on average, twice as many child pedestrians are killed while walking on Halloween compared to any other day of the year, and more than 70 percent of... Read More
Why Today’s Housing Inventory Shows a Crash Isn’t on the Horizon
Why Today’s Housing Inventory Shows a Crash Isn’t on the Horizon You might remember the housing crash in 2008, even if you didn’t own a home at the time. If you’re worried there’s going to be a repeat of what happened back then, there’s good news – the housing market now is different from 2008. One important... Read More
Why You May Still Want To Sell After All
“Deciding whether it’s the right time to sell your home is a very personal decision. There are numerous important questions to consider, both financial and lifestyle-based, before putting your home on the market.” Read More
The Perks of Owning More Than One Home
Many things have changed over the past couple of years, and real estate is no exception. One impact is an increased desire to own more than one home. According to the recent Luxury Market Report from Luxury Home Marketing: Read More
Twilight At The Thompson
@thompsonsavannah Support your local Safe Shelter! Thompson Hotel201 Port Street Friday, October 13th6:00 pm – 10:00 pm ~ Click for more information: SavannahSafeShelter ~ ~ Click to purchase tickets: Twilgiht@TheThompsonHotel ~ Read More
Market Snapshot – Buyer Demand
More Jobs and Better Pay Leads to More Buyer Demand You have likely heard talk and news about a recession for quite a while now. Even so, the economy has been remarkably resilient. Why? One surprising reason is employment and wages have stayed strong. Let’s review the latest information on each one and why both... Read More
Phil The Park 2023
Phil The Park 2023 Enjoy A Fall Evening Under The Stars With Family, Your Favorite Friends and Food! Perfect Picnic Weather! Read More
The Secret’s Out! Favorite Speakeasies And Lounges In Savannah
Explore favorite lounges and speakeasies in Savannah Read More
When Is The Best Time To Sell A Home?
Discussion of factors that determine the best time to sell a home. Read More
Best Savannah Walking Tour
What Is The Best Way To Explore Savannah? When visiting Savannah there are so many options for sightseeing – from trolley tours, boat tours, ghost tours, and walking tours it can be hard to choose. Even harder of a choice can be choosing what time to go on a tour, and often they can be... Read More
Diamond Hour – The Wyld Dock Bar
The NEW Diamond Squad Is At It Again! The Diamond Squad visited The Wyld Dock Bar on Tuesday, June 13th! What a fun experience – a mild thunderstorm rolled through just as we arrived but that didn’t dampen our spirits. We enjoyed the breezy and casual atmosphere and sampled the delicious American fare, including spicy... Read More
Oops! Today’s market didn’t crash and how it is nothing like 2008.
With all the headlines and talk in the media about the shift in the housing market, you might be thinking we are in a housing bubble. It’s only natural for those thoughts to creep in that make you feel we may repeat what took place in 2008. But the good news is concrete data suggests why this... Read More
Bank Failures Spark Panic: the impact on the Housing Market
Given the recent collapse of a few mid-tier US banks and the plunge in shares of Credit Suisse, many are left wondering what the impact of these failures will be on the housing market. In terms of the impact on the real estate industry, the failure of these banks is predicted to have a limited... Read More
3 Best Areas to Live Surrounding Savannah, Ga
There are several aspects to consider while looking for the ideal spot to reside. If you are looking for a beautiful area with plenty of things to do, Savannah is a great place to consider. If you don’t want to live in the heart of Savannah and prefer to escape the crowds of visitors, you... Read More