homes for sale: On the road with a moving company! - 03/15/08 11:11 AM
While you are checking out my checklist for moving with professional movers, give a listen to this great song! Congratulations! You bought a new home and closing is coming up. There is so much to do and it seems not enough time to do it but you have scheduled the movers to
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homes for sale: Come get your blog on! - 03/15/08 09:30 AM
I love the county that I live in! You just can't beat it! There is entertainment, shopping, and we are ever growing. What does this have to do with getting your blog on? Well, Richard Weisser from Coweta Fayette Real Estate formed a new group for all us Cowetians. It is a
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homes for sale: Buyers Beware! Does your agent know what the current GA contract for offer says? - 03/13/08 01:36 PM
You as a buyer have done your homework. You have searched various different neighborhoods, styles of homes, and know what you are looking for in your purchase. Now, you must find someone to let you in so that you may view the home. Touch the home and get a feel for it.
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homes for sale: Getting back up on the horse! - 03/11/08 04:11 PM
I love horses and horseback riding but this isn't about that at all. This is about going from being an exclusive buyer's agent to doing it all again. In doing so there were some things I learned the first time around that I want to make sure I don't do this
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homes for sale: Selling you home in Coweta County>>What's it gonna cost ya? - 03/08/08 01:09 PM
When you are thinking of selling your home in Coweta County there are a few things to think about besides the commission you might pay to an agent. Before you start making those plans, marking the calendar for open houses, figuring out what needs to be repaired, you need a plan. A plan
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homes for sale: Seasons come and seasons go! - 02/27/08 09:30 AM
My home state of Georgia is rich in many a resource. We have industry, we have a plethora of entertainment, but the thing I love the most is our seasons. We have all four. Sometimes they fade into each other like cool watercolors fading into different whispy shades. Other times they come
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homes for sale: Roosevelt's Little White House in Meriwether, GA - 02/21/08 09:26 AM
One of the counties that I service is Meriwether. It sits just to the East of my home county of Coweta that I told you about in Coweta Living!This county was founded as you can see if you go to the link of the map in 1827 and was the 73rd
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homes for sale: Are you confused about buying in today's market? Recap... - 02/01/08 09:00 AM
Dear Buyer, In today's market you will hear all manner of things from doom and gloom to this is a buyer's market. What are you to believe? I have written a series on this subject that hopefully will help you answer some of your questions. In Part I, you will learn some of
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homes for sale: Puzzling my way around AR... - 01/29/08 10:19 AM
Do the pieces fit? Do you find yourself seeking a piece but not finding the right one? In life there are many pieces to the puzzle, some are easily fit into the mold and lock into place while others just either can't be found or don't fit. I take great pride in my
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homes for sale: Kia brings new life to local area! - 01/28/08 09:38 AM
Kia announced their site selection back in 2006. Groundbreaking started this last year and now the plant is accepting applications for employment. They are set to open in 2009. Not to far from Atlanta will be the home of the new Kia Motor Plant. Located in West Point, Georgia this plant
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homes for sale: Are you confused about buying in today's markert? Part IX - 01/27/08 10:26 AM
In the final episode of our series we are going to close out with closing costs. There are certain standard costs associated with closing the sale of a house. These fees are split between the buyer and the seller, as spelled out in the sales contract. As I negotiate the sales contract
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homes for sale: Are you confused about buying in today's market? Part VIII - 01/23/08 05:28 PM
In today's market serious buyers need to know what they are getting in the home that they are intent on purchasing. This is true no matter if the home is new construction or a resale. Do not rush in with money in hand until you have had a thorough home inspection. In
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homes for sale: August 11, 2007 I fell in love... - 01/20/08 11:21 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9X01rou1tw For your listening pleasure as you read my 100th blog. Elvis did this song and while he is the only one that comes to mind this rendition is the closest thing to pure perfection anyone has ever done. On August 11, 2007, I found Active Rain by sheer acident. I was on
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homes for sale: Immediate delivery homes! - 01/18/08 11:17 AM
There are several advantages to buying newly constructed homes that builders will not tell you. Today in our market there is a surplus of immediate delivery homes. These homes are move in ready and delivery can be taken in 30 days. This means that some builders are very eager to sell--but
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homes for sale: Are you confused about buying in today's market? Part VII - 01/18/08 09:49 AM
The choices are plentiful in today's market. You may be asking yourself do I want an older home or a new home. While both have their merits, the choice is ultimately up to you and only you can decide. Existing homes are often less expensive, generally closer in to the city, and
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homes for sale: Expectations, judgements, and real estate - 01/13/08 10:27 AM
I had another blog already to go in my head this morning and I guess that is why I usually blog first, read and comment later because after reading Part I and Part II of Nancy Rivera's blog this morning my other blog got thrown out the window for another time.I
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homes for sale: Are you confused about buying in today's market? Part VI - 01/12/08 01:38 PM
Hey Snowball you need to get that redheaded owner of yours over to Linda Futral's blog. Why? Because she is telling everyone how to buy a home in today's market, that's why! Let's face it buying a home is the most expensive purchase you will ever make and there are traps and pitfalls all
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homes for sale: 3:43 AM Are you doing real estate business at this hour? - 01/12/08 11:00 AM
Snuggled in my bed dreaming who knows what and at 3:43 AM my cell phone starts squaking bringing me to reality a bit earlier than I would have liked. I did manage to go back to sleep and dream a bit more but not until after I got over my initial
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homes for sale: Are you confused about buying in today's market? Part V - 01/10/08 12:47 PM
If you haven't read Part I, Part II, Part III, or Part IV you can find them by accessing the links. Buyers today have had their desire to buy dampened because they think they can't. Well I am here to tell you with some careful planning that you can. This is my
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homes for sale: The awakening of '08 - 01/04/08 11:23 AM
Midnight on December 31, 2007 found me having drinks at home with my adult children.We whooped and we hollered, we listened as our neighbors shooting off fireworks, and we rang in the new year with a much needed talk about how '08 was going to be our year.They aren't as excited
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homes for sale: Saturday at the movies... - 12/30/07 09:50 AM
and oh what a treat they were.
The first rental of the evening was Rob Zombies Halloween
Most of you probably already saw this one as I had but my daughter had not. We rented the unrated version and it is a lot different than what we got in the theaters.
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homes for sale: Moving with the times ever forward and upward! - 12/20/07 02:48 PM
In the ever changing market and preparation for the coming year I have created a new website. Please have a look, mind you it is not finished as I have not added listings yet but I am so excited to see this product up and running. www.lindafutralcowetatrouphomesforsale.com Yes, the name is
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homes for sale: Ladybugs...friend or foe? - 12/11/07 08:38 AM
Are these cute little fellows invading your home? I did a little research as they love my home this time of the year. Seems they are searching for a place to hibernate for the winter. They gravitate to homes that are light in color and near woods or ponds. Hmmm...now I get it
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homes for sale: Are you confused about buying in today's market? Part III - 12/10/07 10:57 AM
In part one http://activerain.com/blogsview/294516/Are-you-confused-about we talked about renting vs. owning and the benefits of owning. In part two http://activerain.com/blogsview/298104/Are-you-confused-about we touched on some different types of mortgages that can save you money. Today, I want to touch on 8 tips for buying that dream home. You all have heard the news reports
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homes for sale: Are you confused about buying in today's market? Part II - 12/06/07 12:27 PM
Do you know how buying a home can save you money? No, you say. Well, let me give you the short version of it. First off, you will save on Taxes because your home purchase will give you what is most likely your biggest tax deduction---the interest on your mortgage. And, secondly, you will
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homes for sale: I am showing mine. Have you shown yours? - 12/01/07 11:41 AM
Bookmarks that is, lol. I have a few and most are techie stuff but here ya go.
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homes for sale: You're Invited-Hogansville, GA RE/MAX Today - 11/09/07 09:36 AM
Buddy Drake and Linda Futral have teamed up to bring you the best in service. Buddy will be focusing on the listing side of real estate, while Linda will be working exclusively with the buyers side. Please visit our newly revamped website at www.myremaxtoday.com for all your real estate needs. Buddy Drake 678-878-7516 Linda
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homes for sale: First-time Homebuyers--Is your internet search done? Now, what? - 10/18/07 04:19 PM
Are you a buyer looking into the world of real estate and wondering what in the world to do?
Fear can be a powerful motivater to not follow through on your hopes and dreams of homeownwership when there is so much talk that is negative. The media and public officials (not necessarily
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homes for sale: Ask and ye shall receive!! - 09/20/07 01:35 PM
I have recently been in a bit of a slump, but while trying to work through the transition to a new office I have been diligently plugging ahead with some new ideas for the marketing of my brokers properties. See, back in May I came on board as a buyers agent
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