Real Estate Now - Brandi Wells

Homestead Exemption Generally, a homeowner is entitled to a homestead exemption on their home and land underneath provided the home was owned by the homeowner and was their legal residence as of January 1 of the taxable year. (O.C.G.A. § 48-5-40) Application for Homestead Exemption To be granted ...

With the recent devastation around the world in mind, it's a good idea this week to take a look at your homeowner's policy. Make sure that you, your home and its contents are truly covered, ask about lower rates and savings you may qualify for as well. For a checklist and questions to ask your ag...

Home sellers face a new reality as they look to move up, down, in or out of their American dream in today's market. Consumers, particularly those who purchased their homes within the last five years, often find their options limited by a lack of equity. Those who can sell are sometimes numbed by ...

In the sales contract, the sellers of your new home agreed to leave the custom blinds, refrigerator, built-in entertainment system and those fine cabinets and workbench in the garage. But when you show up on moving day, all of those amenities are long gone. Moreover, the lock on the back door is ...

There have been 6 sales in the subdivision listed in GAMLS this year.  They are listed below from $130k-154,120.  There are 5 others active for $119,900 - 165,000 and 1 under contract that was listed at $121,500. This market is not going to allow for much of an appreciation from the other homes ...

If you're a late "Boomer" or a "Gen X" or "Gen Y'er," you're likely looking for a place to position assets given the extreme volatility of U.S. equity markets and paltry returns of money market instruments and other safe havens. Real estate, even through the market downturn, has long been conside...

INSPECTIONS This is not an all-inclusive list of inspections for buyers/sellers. The following are provided as a point of reference and to highlight the importance of having property thoroughly inspected. Radon Gas. Resource - A citizen's guide to radon. A colorless, odorless, tasteless radioact...

It's not a game, but some may think it is... Now before you watch this video, (and I know it's longer than most would prefer) take special note of the message at the very end. Although very subtle, it will make you really think about how "any point system" ties into business and our personal live...

Currently there are 240 homes actively listed for $2.5 to $28 million dollars. Whether you want privacy, views, lake/water access, luxury appointments, maximum square footage, exceptional entertaining space, true chef's kitchen, working farm, subdivision or home in the city, the Metro Atlanta and...

It is important for you to understand the mortgage process and all of the options available to you.  Rate are low, inventory is high and there are many types of homes for sale:  foreclosures, short sales and resales.  You should interview several lenders (bankers, brokers, etc) prior to your home...