I don't know about you but I'd rather do the hard work of preparing my home properly for sale than have to drop the price later. Suzanne Otto, a home stager, makes a good case why sellers should take the necessary steps to prepare their home. The best reason is you're likely to get more money for
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03/15/2014
Going green is a hot topic these days. As St. Patty's Day draws near, it's a good reminder to us to do all we can to sustain our environment. Below are some excellent tips to move you a few steps closer to going green. When you're ready to buy or sell a Franklin TN home, call Tammie White at (615
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03/15/2014
Don't use the equity in your home as a credit card. In the example below, a homeowner was forced to use the equity in her home to avoid bankruptcy. It's a sad tale but one that probably occurs far too often. If you have a problem such as this, contact a mortgage lender. He may have a solution tha
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03/15/2014
The housing market in Franklin TN is booming. As a result, builders can't keep up with the demand. Jobs are being created all over Williamson County because of the high housing demand. Our unemployment rate is low and things are good. The economy is working the way that it should. The last thing
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03/15/2014
Franklin TN home buyers often ask he if I think home inspectors are worth the money they charge. The answer is a resounding YES. I can't stress enough the importance of having a home inspection as a contingency of your contract. A licensed home inspector will catch things that we do not. Especi
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03/15/2014
While many homes in Franklin TN are brick built, many starter homes will have aluminum siding. It's important to remember that this material can degrade. It's just one more reason you should hire a licensed home inspector to give your new home the once over. You'd be surprised how thorough they a
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03/15/2014
When buying a Franklin TN home, the first thing you want to do is get a pre-approval letter from a lender. They will ask you for lots of information and there will be a mountain of paperwork but in the end, it's all worth it. Neil Coleman, a licensed mortgage professional, has made some excellent
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03/15/2014
I'm a bit of a critter phobic. That's why I'm happy my husband showed this listing instead of me. Many buyers feel the same way. So if you are preparing to sell your Franklin TN home and have a bug or rodent problem, be sure to call an exterminator prior to listing your home. You'll be glad you d
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03/15/2014
Today I was meeting with clients at my office. They are moving here from Illinois and we'd never met. They signed up on my website six months ago and finally felt the time was right to make a move. As I rounded the corner, they had just come in the front door. Before the receptionist could even s
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03/14/2014
Bank of America Screw Up Leaves American Student Stranded in Austria! As many of you know, my daughter is studying abroad in Austria. She is traveling with a limited amount of cash. We got her a BankAmericard Travel Rewards card for her trip. European countries require a chip in the card and that
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03/13/2014
