Dear Karen, With interest rates so low now and the market being so good, how do I know if it’s better to put money into improving my house or just move? Sincerely, Renovate or Relocate Dear Renovate or Relocate, Great question ...
What is Home Equity? Home equity seems to be a very simple calculation — the total amount of mortgages owed subtracted from the current market value of a home. Here is a simple example: Current Home Market Value ...
The ‘smart home’ is the new ‘internet of things’, or objects that can serve you better by communicating with each other or directly with you through apps on your smart phone. In the ideal version of the wired future, all of our applianc...
Save Money on Your Next Purchase Buying a home isn’t like buying a toaster. If you discover something’s wrong with your new home, you can’t return it for a refund or an even exchange. Purchasing a home is an important investment an...
The complete guide to choosing between new or lived-in homes Maybe your dream home is older, with intricate details like wainscoting, crown molding, and a front porch with a swing. Or maybe it’s modern, with an open floor living room p...
The June edition of the GA Top Agent Magazine features our very own Karen Cannon! As a seasoned REALTOR®, Karen and her team have developed proven marketing strategies to achieve the highest results for their clients. Each agent and team m...
Despite the grim economic outlook for some industries, one sector is gaining viability — real estate. According to the 2016 Emerging Trends in Real Estate, which was released by the Urban Land Institute earlier this year, trends...
How strong is your credit? Cleaning up your credit is essential before you make any major financial moves. Having a bad score can hurt your chances of being able to open a credit card, apply for a loan, purchase a car, or rent an apartm...
Whether you’re putting your home on the market this year or in the next five years, it is a smart decision to start building your home’s resale value now. Here are some ways to create a comfortable home while making it easier to p...
The results are in – Karen Cannon, Realtors is an Atlanta Board of Realtors Top Ten Team for 2015. We want to thank all of our friends and clients for helping us achieve such great success! The Northside Neighbor has a featured article an...
Thinking about buying a home? Since it’s likely the single biggest investment you will ever make, being prepared will help you make a smarter purchase decision. Don’t make an offer until you read and understand these real estate...
Existing-Home Sales and Prices Climb As we head into the busy spring home-selling season, home buyers will be happy to know that mortgage rates are back on the decline. The same can’t be said of home prices, though, which continue to rise....
