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Make Your Dreams a Reality

Your Guy for That Wednesday, July 27th, 2011 No Comments

Whether selling your current home to move into your dream home, or buying for the very first time, the real estate professional that you choose to work with will greatly impact your experience – and the results. I’ve been lucky enough to share this very personal process with many home buyers, and as a result, they have become lifetime clients, and friends!

Your experience with a real estate agent should be no different! I make it my mission to take as much of the stress off of my clients as possible – leaving them to enjoy the excitement of the process! And, I deliver great results.

If you or someone you know is thinking of making a move, I would be happy to help. I look forward to working together and helping you make your real estate dreams a reality!

As a real estate agent, I have th… Continue Reading Make Your Dreams a Reality

Posted in Buyer Tools, First Time Homebuyers, Keller Williams, Real Estate, Renting

Prelisting Prep Works to Maximize Your Return on Investment

Your Guy for That Monday, July 25th, 2011 No Comments

Repeat buyers, especially move-up buyers, tend to want their next home to be in great condition. Usually, when homes are located in a neighborhood that attracts those buyers, homes need to be pristine to stand out from the rest. This can be achieved in part by getting the home preinspected. Research shows that 8% of sellers have a prelisting inspection before putting their home on the market.

49% of buyers end up purchasing a home in excellent condition while 40% purchase a home in good condition.

In the current market, it is fundamental for sellers to make essential repairs to their homes before listing, and curb appeal is particularly important. This is often a first step to getting buyers in the door. Sellers who choose to make enhancements to their front yards tend to have good-to-ex… Continue Reading Prelisting Prep Works to Maximize Your Return on Investment

Posted in News & Reports, Real Estate, Sellers

July 23rd: East Point Tour of Homes

Your Guy for That Saturday, July 23rd, 2011 No Comments

You can view 6 homes in one afternoon without any pressure or hassle! The tour starts at 2:45 and ends just after 5:00 with each of the 6 homes being open for just 15 minutes each. You can visit all 6 homes or just pick the homes you want to see, just don’t be late because the tour will keep a strict schedule to accommodate everyone on the tour.

 Washington Road Neighborhood

2:45
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3:00

 3056 Pomona Way
 $149,500

 4 Bedrooms
 3 Bathrooms
 2 Car Garage

This is a HUGE home with an Unbelievable Renovation! Hardwood floors throughout. Custom kitchen with granite and stainless steel. Finished basement with wet bar. Huge deck and patio with gas grill for entertaining. All the bells and whistles. MUST SEE! Bring us an offer today.

 Headland Heights

3:10
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3:25

 
… Continue Reading July 23rd: East Point Tour of Homes

Posted in Buyer Tools, East Point, First Time Homebuyers, Fulton County, Open House, Real Estate

First Time Home Buyer Seminar – TODAY @ 1PM

Your Guy for That Saturday, July 23rd, 2011 No Comments

There has never been a better time to enter the real estate market, particularly with climbing rental rates. So why throw away money on rent when you can be your own landlord?
Mortgage rates are near historic lows. Great homes haven’t been this affordable since 1997, and the market is full of highly motivated sellers. Fairfield Mortgage will be on-site to answer financing questions and to offer pre-qualification.
So you’re interested but don’t know where to start? East Point is offering a free seminar for potential first time home buyers and you are invited to join us today at 1:00 PM.
Fire Station #3 – 3800 N Commerce Drive, East Point, GA

Get More Information Here:
Your First Home – A FREE First Time Home-Buyer Seminar… Continue Reading First Time Home Buyer Seminar – TODAY @ 1PM

Posted in Buyer Tools, Credit Score, East Point, Fannie Mae, FHA, First Time Homebuyers, Foreclosure, Freddie Mac, Fulton County, Interest Rates, Keller Williams, Mortgage Insurance, Mortgage News, News & Reports, Open House, Real Estate, Renting, Sellers, Short Sale, Taxes

July Inventory Report

Your Guy for That Friday, July 22nd, 2011 No Comments

The supply of homes measured in months on the market at their current pace was up during May compared to April. Inventory levels remained 26% below the peak of 12.5 months in July 2010 and 12% above April of 2010 when the tax credit was in full swing.

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Your Guy for That, Dustin Drabot is a real estate expert serving the East Point, Fort McPherson, College Park, Hapeville and surrounding metro Atlanta area. A member of Keller Williams Realty Intown Atlanta, Dustin can be reached directly at 404-507-2267 or Dustin@YourGuyForThat.com
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East Point Boasts 2 New, State-of-the-Art Fire Trucks

Your Guy for That Thursday, July 21st, 2011 No Comments

The City of East Point Fire Department dedicated the latest addition of its Fire Truck Fleet -two State of the Art Fire Pumpers – in a ceremony Thursday, July 14, 2011 at Fire Station #1. The two fire pumpers are a significant milestone for the City of East Point as they are the first of their kind in Georgia, and the entire Southeastern United States. The $734,101.00 pumpers are equipped with “Green Star” Idle Reduction Technology, which preserves energy and protects the environment.
The “Green Star” system uses automatic electronic controls to shutdown the chassis engine on scene when the fire pump is not engaged in emergency operations. These electronic controls will then start the diesel driven auxiliary power unit (APU) which supports the electrical systems. The APU will use… Continue Reading East Point Boasts 2 New, State-of-the-Art Fire Trucks

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Incredible Refinance Opportunities

Your Guy for That Wednesday, July 20th, 2011 No Comments

With rates so low, it really is an incredible time to refinance right now.  Please know that we would be honored to help you with your personal refinance and will certainly do so at a reduced fee.  Many people are taking advantage of Conventional 30 year rates in the mid 4′s and 15 year rates in the high 3′s, but also consider the following three sizzling hot refinance alternatives:

10 Year fixed-rate at only 3.625%.  For those of you deep into your mortgage or wanting to really shed some years off of the term, this presents an incredible opportunity.
5 Year ARM at only 3.25%.  Rate is fixed for five years and then can change annually.  For this program, if you apply and lock by end of July, we will trim another .25% off of the rate for your personal refinance.  A 3% rate tha… Continue Reading Incredible Refinance Opportunities

Posted in FHA, Interest Rates, Mortgage News

July Home Price Report

Your Guy for That Tuesday, July 19th, 2011 No Comments

Home prices rebounded 3.4% in May with median home prices rising to $166,500. This is 4.6% below the year-ago level and continues to keep the median price close to 2002-2003 levels. Just under 1 in 3 homes sold during May were distressed properties, which typically sell at a 10%-20% discount. This is down 6 percentage points from April and is exactly the same as a year ago. Investors represented 19% of sales, and first-time buyers accounted for 35% of May sales compared to 14% and 46% respectively a year ago at the peak of the tax credit. Home prices and mortgage rates remain favorable for buyers heading into the summer selling season.

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Your Guy for That, Dustin Drabot is a real estate expert serving the East Point, Fort McPherson, College Park, Hapeville and surrounding metro… Continue Reading July Home Price Report

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First Time Home Buyer Seminar: July 23rd

Your Guy for That Monday, July 18th, 2011 No Comments

YOUR FIRST HOME
There has never been a better time to enter the real estate market. Home affordability is at a low while the rental market strengthens costing you more and more in rent each year. So, why throw away money on rent when you can be your own landlord?
Mortgage rates are low, great homes are more affordable than they have been in recent history, and the  market is full of highly motivated sellers. To help you take advantage of current market conditions and secure a great purchase, Fairfield Mortgage will be on site allowing you to find out which homes you can afford and get prequalified making you a stronger buyer.
So you’re interested but don’t know where to start? The City of East Point Economic Development Department is offering a free seminar for potential first time … Continue Reading First Time Home Buyer Seminar: July 23rd

Posted in Buyer Tools, Credit Score, East Point, FHA, First Time Homebuyers, Interest Rates, Mortgage Insurance, Mortgage News, Open House, Real Estate, Renting

July Home Sales Report

Your Guy for That Friday, July 15th, 2011 No Comments

Home sales in May were down 15.3% compared to the same time last year when the impact of the tax credit was at its peak. Compared to the previous month, sales were down 3.8%. NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun states that the slower pace of sales is consistent with the slower pace of overall economic activity and that falling gas prices will help to moderate the impact of a sluggish economy. Although he continues to cite unnecessarily tight credit for limiting buying activity, the pace of sales in the second part of the year is expected to be stronger.

 
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Your Guy for That, Dustin Drabot is a real estate expert serving the East Point, Fort McPherson, College Park, Hapeville and surrounding metro Atlanta area. A member of Keller Williams Realty Intown Atlanta, Dustin can be reache… Continue Reading July Home Sales Report

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