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So, you’re ready to list your home and go on a new adventure? How exciting! We know that the process can seem a little intimidating, but a great realtor will walk you through each step and leave you feeling confident about what’s next.

Once your home is “market-ready”, it’s time to spread the news. Of course the listing will emphasize all the fantastic details, but for potential buyers, the photos are what will seal the deal. With the incredible photo capabilities of smart phones, you may be questioning whether professional photos are necessary. We can assure you the answer is yes! 

Your listing agent will schedule a professional real estate photographer to tell a visual “story” of your home. An experienced photographer will have an eye for detail…

It's almost summer, so bring on the sunshine! With warmer weather approaching, it's time to uncover those pools. Whether you currently own a pool or are looking to purchase a home with one, we've got some tips for prepping and maintaining your own private oasis. 

Opening Your Pool

• Algae grows faster when temps are higher than 65, so don't wait too long to open your pool.
• Pool water should be fully drained and replaced every two to three years to avoid a build-up of algae and to extend the life of your investment.
• If you notice there's standing water on your cover, be sure to use a sump pump to drain it. This will help you avoid damaging the cover and will prevent too much of the excess from leaking into your pool water. 
• It's also…

As the end of 2023 is almost here, the idea of starting fresh in 2024 has never sounded better! What better way to start the new year than with a new home? With interest rates starting to drop, buyers are getting excited and becoming more and more active in their search. To help your home stand out, prepping your home before you list will make a world of difference to buyers! As a seller, the idea a preparing a home can sometimes feel overwhelming specially coming out of the holiday season. The good news is it doesn't have to be. We are here to help! We've put together a checklist to help you get started now so that you can be ready as we enter the new year!

It is important to note that while this list covers the basics of your home, every house is…

In the competitive world of real estate, it's essential to make a lasting impression on potential buyers. One highly effective method to achieve this is through home staging. We've put together a few reasons of the importance of home staging in the real estate market and how it can significantly impact the selling process.

Enhances visual appeal

Home staging involves arranging and decorating a property to showcase its best features and create an inviting atmosphere. By decluttering, organizing furniture, adding tasteful décor, and maximizing natural light, staging helps enhance the visual appeal of a home. A well-staged property captures the attention of buyers, making it more memorable and increasing the likelihood of a sale.

Highlights the…

As we start the new year, you may be considering freshening up your home. Whether you are looking to update your home in order to sell or you’re just looking to spruce up your surroundings, one of the easiest and most cost effective ways to do so is with paint. Painting a room or accent wall can change your entire space! 

Every year, companies come out with what is called “Color of the Year,” which is a color trend predicted for the year. This can impact anything from consumer products like clothes to your home decor. Depending on the space you are looking to change, the Color of the Year can be applied to all of your walls, an accent wall, or even be the perfect colored accents placed around your room to complement the current decor. While The…

The past few years have been something else when it comes to selling your home. In a heavily weighted market, sellers were getting top dollar and then some for their homes with very few negotiations happening. As 2022 comes to an end, we have shifted away from a seller’s market and things have balanced out between buyers and sellers. What this means is there are more options for buyers and longer days on the market for sellers. This is what most would consider “normal” when it comes to buying and selling real estate.

Now that buyers have more options, pricing your home correctly is key when it comes to selling your home. Here are our top 6 ways to help you find the right price to list your home.

1. Consider the current market

Knowing what…

Think you want to try selling your home yourself? Let us try to change your mind with these top six reasons why you need an agent: 

1. Agents can get your home more exposure.

As a “For Sale By Owner,” you don’t have access to the MLS (multiple listing service), which is the main source for realtors looking for homes for their clients. A realtor has the opportunity to put your home on the MLS and also has a large network of potential buyers that they know personally. A small sign in your yard can only reach a fraction of the homebuyers in town, while a realtor has access to their buyers, their colleagues’ buyers and anyone searching for homes online. 

2. Many FSBOs are priced incorrectly.

Most of the time, FSBOs are…

Live in a piece of local history at the Old Graysville Grist Mill! This beautiful Ringgold, Georgia property is a perfect option for a residence, restaurant, bed and breakfast, or retail space. 

Originally built in 1849, the mill was burned during the Civil War and then rebuilt. It continued to operate as a grist mill until the 1950s until it was rebuilt and served as a residence from 1987-1993. 

Located on 24.8 acres, this historic property is accessible via a private suspension bridge with a half mile of scenic frontage on the Chickamauga Creek, as well as a railroad track. Enjoy spectacular views of your own 8-foot waterfall! Enjoy endless possibilities that include rooftop dining, lazy river, canoe, fishing, paddle boarding and at this…