BlackBelt Real Estate

10/03/2022

Asking for assistance (odd coming from me huh?), advice and/or opinion. Thinking of going back to school for mft, msw, lpc or some acronym of those sorts.

Looking to chitchat (15-20min old school via telephone) with those of you (or a friend of?) that have mid-life changed/entered the field in the past 8-10yrs. 🙏🏻

09/20/2022

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05/30/2022

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05/21/2022

05/05/2022

How do you write a winning offer in this market?

A high offer price gets attention—but it doesn’t guarantee you’ll get the home. Sellers consider many factors when choosing a buyer, including:

👉 Financing
👉 Deposit size
👉 Conditions
👉 Closing terms
👉 And even the reputation of the buyer’s real estate agent

It’s important that you account for all of these details when submitting an offer.

Read this month’s blog post, “5 Ways to Write a Winning Offer in Today’s Real Estate Market,” and learn more about making a competitive offer ➡️ http://davidwamsley.myagent.site/5-ways-to-write-a-winning-offer-in-todays-real-estate-market/

05/04/2022

Selling a home in the winter is not the same as selling in the spring or summer. Many different factors need to be considered, from less natural light to keeping it cozy on a cold winter’s day.

If you’re planning a move this winter, send us a message so we can help you prep and time your listing right 📲

05/03/2022

Moving day tip: pack a box of essentials!

Pack a box of essentials that you need to get through the first night and morning in your new home—otherwise, you’re left digging around to find what you need, like clean sheets, towels, or your coffee maker!

Here are some key items to put into your essentials box:

✅ Bedroom: sheets, comforter, and pillows
✅ Bathroom necessities: toiletries, towels, and toilet paper
✅ Kitchen essentials: Coffee maker or kettle and tea or coffee; 2-3 meals and the necessary utensils and dishware; paper towels and trash bags
✅ Tech: Phone and/or computer chargers

Tell us in the comments: what’s one item we’d find in your essentials box??

04/28/2022

5 Tips to Save for a Down Payment

📍Save this one so you can come back to it when you’re ready to start saving!

1️⃣ Automate your savings. Set a specific amount of money to go into your savings every time a paycheck is deposited, for example. You won’t need to remember to do it yourself—and can still make progress on your savings.

2️⃣ Start selling items you no longer want or need. Instead of waiting until a few weeks before you move, sell those items now. The profit can go right into your savings account.

3️⃣ Cut the cable cord. Choose one or two streaming platforms to pay for instead and put the extra money toward your down payment savings.

4️⃣ Get a side gig. There are many ways to make extra money, like driving for a rideshare company or getting freelance work—remember to put your earnings right into your savings account.

5️⃣ Adjust your car insurance. If you’re now driving fewer miles because you’re working from home or you’ve improved your credit, you may be able to reduce your monthly insurance payments. All you have to do is call and ask.

Saving is important, but remember: it’s never too early to speak with a real estate agent too. Get in touch if you’re thinking of buying a house so we can help you prepare!

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04/26/2022

It’s all in the details!

When the time has come to show your home, make a great impression with these small but important to-dos.

Get our full checklist to prep your home for sale in our latest blog post.

📝 http://davidwamsley.myagent.site/sellers-checklist-a-timeline-to-prep-your-home-for-sale/

04/21/2022

How will you celebrate Earth Day tomorrow?

One way is to make some changes to your home energy use.

The following shifts can have a significant impact on the planet (and your bank account!):

🌱 Write “turn off lights” on post-it notes and place them next to your light switches if you have a habit of forgetting to turn off the lights.

🌱 Install energy-saving light bulbs, which use up to 90% less energy than standard bulbs.

🌱 Change your HVAC filters every 90 days, which can increase your system’s efficiency and cut down on heating and cooling costs.

Tell us in the comments: what’s one way you conserve energy in your home?

04/19/2022

Make your home stand out!

When potential buyers walk through or drive by, you want your home to shine! Luckily, there are many ways to spruce up your space—both inside and out.

Watch this video for a few to-do's we recommend as you prep your home for sale.

But don’t stop there! Check out our new blog post to get a full checklist for prepping your home for sale!

📝 http://davidwamsley.myagent.site/sellers-checklist-a-timeline-to-prep-your-home-for-sale/