realestate

A collection of 30 posts

wholesaling

Guide to Wholesaling Real Estate

Wholesaling real estate is a fantastic and cost-effective way for beginner investors to make money quickly when you don’t have much capital.

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Are Rental Properties a Good Investment?

Investing in a rental property can be a good financial move. Before you proceed, be sure you understand the basics of rental property investing.

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What is DUFFY Realty?

As you may know, the average commission for a traditional real estate agent is around 5% to 7% of a home’s sales price. However, in recent years these commission rates have started to decline as newer real estate models emerge. The most popular of these models is discount brokerages

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What Commission Percentage Do Real Estate Agents Make?

It’s common knowledge that real estate agents make a certain commission percentage from the sale or purchase of a home. In fact, this real estate commission is where agents make most of their money and overall income. In general, the home seller is responsible for paying this fee and

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Top Real Estate Agents in Decatur, GA

Just six miles from Downtown Atlanta, Decatur [https://www.decaturga.com] is a city bursting with a unique mix of both urban and suburban life. The metro city has quickly become a favorite among single professionals, young couples, and families alike due to its low crime rate, vibrant community, strong

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Top Real Estate Agents in Canton, GA

Perfectly situated between Atlanta and the Blue Ridge Mountains, Canton [https://www.cantonga.gov/] offers a welcoming blend of small-town charm, progressive spirit, and abundance of opportunities. The city keeps its residents away from the hustle and bustle of Atlanta while still making it easily accessible when needed. Featuring a

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Top Real Estate Agents in Johns Creek, GA

Incorporated  in 2006, Johns Creek [https://www.johnscreekga.gov/home] is one of Georgia’s youngest cities. However, don’t let the city’s age fool you. Originally designed to be a high-tech office park, Johns Creek has flourished into a vibrant community that continues to draw in Fortune 500

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Who pays the buyer's agent commission?

Isn't using an agent free when you buy? This is a common misconception, but no. So, who pays the buyer's agent commission? In this article, we'll explain how the cost is actually passed onto you when you buy.

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Real Estate Commissions: Everything You Need To Know

As you may know, real estate agents make their money from commissions. When agents work with clients to buy or sell properties, they take a certain percentage or flat fee of that sales price as payment for their services. Real estate commissions are not cheap, and although sellers are acutely

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What Real Estate Investors Need to Know About the 1031 Exchange Rule

The 1031 Exchange rule is one of the smartest ways to increase how much your property is worth while simultaneously avoiding unnecessary taxes.

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Should You Buy A New Home Before Selling Yours?

Making a move from one property to another home is a common thing most homeowners or soon-to-be homeowners will face at least once in their lives. However, this can tend to be especially difficult for those juggling the sale of their current home while researching and trying to perfectly time

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How Much Is A Down Payment For A Home?

Are you thinking about buying a new home? Though it will most likely represent the biggest purchase you ever make, the path to buying a house begins with a smaller initial sum: the down payment. As you begin the buying process, start by figuring out how much you need for

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What Are The Closing Costs For A Seller?

If you’re thinking about selling your home, you’ve probably also thought about how much you’ll be able to make on the sale. Generally, homeowners research their local markets, get a comparable market analysis report [https://www.simpleshowing.com/home-valuation?utm_source=blog] from a local agent or

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Everything You Need to Know About a Flat-Fee MLS Listing

In this article, we explore everything you need to know about flat-fee mls listings and the advantages of this increasingly popular option to sell your home.

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What Is A Home Buyer Refund or Rebate?

Within the last ten years, innovative real estate brokerages have been on the rise introducing new ways to buy or sell homes. Along with new service offerings, these brokerages have also started introducing new pricing models that give consumers more options and incentives with each real estate transaction. According to

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Quick Guide to Summer Home Maintenance: 5 Tasks You Should Do Soon to Protect Your Home This Season

Each year as the seasons and climate change, homeowners are faced with new challenges when it comes to home maintenance. As the summer season creeps up, we’ve put together a quick guide to summer home maintenance to prepare your house for the incoming heat and humidity this season. 1.

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Quick Guide: How to Relocate as Simply and Successfully as Possible

Moving is stressful. It requires extensive planning and prioritizing as you juggle an endless number of tasks. Most people find themselves overwhelmed as they try to figure out what they should be doing—and when they should be doing it. This is something we completely understand at SimpleShowing, so we

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Four Essential Tips for Newlyweds about to Buy Their First Home

Buying a home with your new spouse is one of the most exciting major life purchases you will ever make—and one of the most stressful. From house searching, to figuring out the finances, to finally signing on the dotted line—the process can feel like an emotional roller coaster

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Low Commission Real Estate Agents

Low commission real estate agents are emerging as new options for consumers when buying or selling a home. Read along as we explore this new commission model.

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The 8 Best Atlanta Suburbs

Check out the Best Atlanta Suburbs including Milton, Johns Creek and more! See what these towns have to offer and why they qualify as the best suburbs in the state.

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What To Do After You’re Under Contract On A Home

So what happens after you go under contract? Whether you're buying a home or just curious on what happens, check out our steps to follow to get you through closing smoothly.

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4 Quick Tips For Selling A Home in 2019

With the new year approaching and interest rates continuing to rise, home sellers will need to make changes to attract buyers & sell their home in 2019.

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7 Deadly Sins of Selling Your Home

From photography to pricing, we will cover the top 7 deadly sins you should avoid and pay attention to when selling your home.

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4 Tips to Ease House Hunting as a Couple

for a home as a couple can be tough, but these tips will make your search SO much easier. Check out these 4 Tips to Ease House Hunting As A Couple.

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8 Hottest Atlanta Neighborhoods

Atlanta is booming with new development and community activity. Check out this list of the top 8 Hottest Neighborhoods in Atlanta right now!