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08/21/2023

Build Your Dream Home in Georgia

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08/20/2023

15 Important Tips For First-Time Home Buyers
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Buying a home for the first time is an exciting opportunity, but it can also be a daunting process. To ensure success, first-time homebuyers should plan far in advance, saving as much money as possible for the necessary down payment and working to improve their credit score. With smart budgeting pra...

08/12/2023

How to avoid capital gains tax on real estate
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When selling real estate, it is important to understand the potential tax burden as the IRS may be entitled to a share of your earnings. If you are selling your primary residence, you may be able to take advantage of the capital gains exclusion, allowing you to exclude some of your profits from taxa...

08/03/2023

Home Price Growth Surges as Homebuyers Outnumber Sellers

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07/25/2023

Find out if it's time to sell your home
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How much is your home worth? Type your property address and get a quick home estimate.

07/17/2023

Reasons to Invest in Real Estate During an Economic Downturn

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07/08/2023

Mortgage rates continue to come down
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This week, the U.S. average mortgage rate dropped slightly but remained higher than during the spring home-buying season. The Federal Reserve paused rate hikes, but indicated that two more increases are likely this year, driving up borrowing costs and causing home sales to be lower than usual. Homeb...

07/02/2023

Many Muscogee County tax assessments increase, causing concern from some landlords
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Muscogee County has sent out property tax assessments for the upcoming year, which will factor into tax bills. Charlie Mordic, a Columbus landlord, was shocked to see his assessment for his 20-unit apartment complex had increased by over 50%. He and others took their complaints to City Council to as...

06/20/2023

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Have questions about real estate but not sure where to start?

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06/15/2023

Affordable Cities in Georgia With Attractive Costs of Living

Ramell Thornton is a real estate agent with 1st Class Real Estate. Check out Ramell Thornton's listings or office listings.

06/11/2023

Mortgage rates bounce back up after falling for two weeks
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Mortgage rates have been in the 6-7% range for the last 8 months and have increased this week after falling for two weeks in a row. Economic crosscurrents are causing uncertainty, and the debt limit standoff in Washington is creating further uncertainty about the future of the housing market. If a d...

06/03/2023

US Housing Starts Rise in Sign Home Construction Is Stabilizing
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