We recently hosted a Client Appreciation party and it was a huge success! It was a Mardi Gras-style party with authentic New Orleans cuisine, live music and lots of great prizes!
We had a great time visiting with new and past clients. Yo...
Great curb appeal not only makes your home the star of the neighborhood, it can also improve its value and help you sell it for more. Whether you’re thinking of listing your home or just want to make your home the envy of your neighbors, ...
Wealth is within reach for many people; however, according to a recent study 63 percent of Americans said it’s not likely they’ll become rich.1 Don’t just dream of being wealthy; start taking the steps to make it a reality. There is no se...
5 Reasons to Sell Before the Selling Season Picks Up
A common thought in real estate is never list your home in the winter off-season. Perpetuated by industry experts, agents and repeat sellers alike, this saying encourages many would-be...
What is Homestead Exemption?
Homestead exemptions provide a significant reduction in annual property taxes and are available to individuals who own and reside in a home.
Basic Requirements for Homestead Exemption:
Must be legal resid...
NERDWALLET BY MARIAN MCPHERSON (Staff Writer)
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Ready to become a homeowner? Nerdwallet and Realtor.com Chief Economist Jonathan Smoke say January and February are the best months to purchase a home.
The median home sold ...
The American housing market is stronger than ever! Home values, prices and sales had their strongest numbers in 2016, a sure sign the market is healthy and strong. According to the Home Price Index from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (F...
Dear Karen,
You mentioned something about interest rates going up recently. What does this mean for me as I’m looking ahead to either refinancing or possibly making a move in the upcoming year?
Sincerely,
Interested in Interest Rates...
The holidays are a happy time for celebrating with family, friends, and co-workers. Unfortunately, this time of year can also be turned sour by a wide variety of clever frauds, unauthorized debit and credit card transactions, and bogus pers...
Dear Karen,
I’ve heard it’s a mistake to put your house on the market during the holidays. Did I miss my window to list my house or are there actual buyers out there who are looking during this busy season?
Sincerely,
New Home ...
Our world is full of risk at every turn—from perilous jobs to dangerous driving conditions. That’s why we all love to get back to our homes and not worry about everyday safety hazards. It’s great to feel comfortable and safe at ho...
Karen Cannon Realtors (KCR) has recently been named one of THE 100 MOST INFLUENTIAL REAL ESTATE AGENTS in Georgia by Real Estate Executive Magazine. This award, which recognizes and celebrates outstanding customer service, hard work and...