Katlyn Benjamin, Realtor

06/02/2026

🚨 REAL ESTATE TERM TUESDAY

TERMS YOU NEED TO KNOW 🏡

BUYER’S AGENT

If you’re buying a home and you don’t have one… you might be walking into the biggest purchase of your life unprotected. 😳

A buyer’s agent is the professional who represents YOU—not the seller—from start to finish in the home buying process.

Here’s what I actually do for you 👇
🔑 Find homes that match your goals (and budget)
💰 Help you avoid overpaying in a competitive market
📊 Break down pricing so you know what’s worth it (and what’s not)
📝 Negotiate price, repairs, and closing terms in your favor
🏁 Guide you all the way from showing → closing day

💡 And here’s the kicker: in most cases, we can get the seller pay commission.

Translation?
👉 Expert representation without paying out of pocket.

Buying a home isn’t just about finding the right house…
It’s about having the right advocate in your corner.

📩 Thinking about buying? Let’s make sure you’re protected from day one.

Call me TODAY ‼️

Katlyn Benjamin | SC Realtor
803-607-5635
[email protected]

05/27/2026

It’s Tuesday 🙌🏾❤️

Today’s Real Estate term is: CONTINGENCY

A contingency is a condition that must be met for a real estate contract to move forward.

Think of it like a built-in “safety net” for the buyer or seller.

Common contingencies include:
• ✅ Home inspection contingency
• ✅ Financing/mortgage approval contingency
• ✅ Appraisal contingency
• ✅ Sale of buyer’s current home contingency

Example:
“A buyer may agree to purchase a home contingent on the home passing inspection.”

If the contingency isn’t met, the buyer may be able to back out of the deal without losing their earnest money.

✨ In simple terms:
Contingency NOT met = the contract may potentially be canceled.

05/19/2026

🏡 Real Estate Term Tuesday: Due Diligence

Due diligence is basically the buyer’s “inspection & research” period after going under contract. 🔍

This is the time for buyers to:
✔️ Get inspections done
✔️ Review the property details
✔️ Ask questions
✔️ Make sure the home is the right fit before closing

Think of it as the buyer doing their homework before making one of the biggest purchases of their life

05/13/2026

HOMEOWNERS 📣

Do you know what your home is worth right now?

The market is constantly changing — your home may be worth more than you think. Let me provide you with a FREE CMA so you can make informed decisions with confidence.

📲 DM me “CMA” to get start

Katlyn Benjamin
Realtor

05/12/2026

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📍Sumter, SC
✅ 3BD | 2BA | 1,308 sqft
✅ Built 2023

Modem comfort right in the heart of Sumter! Just minutes from Shaw AFB and downtown, it’s a perfect fit for investors, first-time buyers, or anyone wanting the city’s convenience. Don’t miss out—schedule your tour today!

Marketed by Advantage Realty Group

05/12/2026

Hey Homebuyers 🏡🫱🏼‍🫲🏽

I’m often asked “what’s an earnest money deposit?”

Earnest Money is a deposit made by the buyer to show they are serious about purchasing a home.

The money is typically held in escrow and later applied toward the buyer’s closing costs or down payment. If the deal falls through for a reason protected in the contract, the buyer may get the earnest money back.

05/12/2026

Are you thinking about selling your home ❓
🙇‍♂️🏡

This is for you:

Net Proceeds: The amount of money a seller actually takes home after all costs and fees from the sale of the home are deducted.

This can include:

* Realtor commissions
* Closing costs
* Attorney fees
* Mortgage payoff
* Repairs and/or seller concessions

For Example:

If a home sells for $250,000 and the seller owes $180,000 on the mortgage and has $20,000 in selling expenses, their estimated net proceeds would be $50,000.

04/30/2026

Ever feel like you’ve outgrown your home… but don’t know how to make your next move? 🏡

Maybe you want more space, a better layout, or just something that finally feels like you… but the idea of selling, buying, and timing it all feels overwhelming.

I get it — feeling “stuck” is more common than you think. But stuck doesn’t mean you don’t have options.

There are ways to move forward without the stress, confusion, or guesswork. You just need the right plan (and the right person in your corner 😉).

If you’ve been thinking about upgrading but don’t know where to start, let’s talk. Your next chapter might be closer than you think.

📩 Message me
🤳Call/Text me: 803.607.5635

I’d love to help you make a move that makes sense for YOU.

01/19/2023

12/25/2022

Merry Christmas! Wishing you a wonderful day… Katlyn Kiana