Yes - it’s true! A Gwinnett County real estate agent who blogs really is a different type of Realtor! How you ask? Did you know according to the National Association of Realtors less than 10% of Realtors blog. I dare say that number is actually high judging from my observations. So how are blogging real estate agents different from your typical real estate agents and why should it matter to you?

1. Gwinnett County real estate agents who blog typically have a higher “technology quotient.” Meaning their business utilizes technology to help them be more productive. Shouldn’t your agent be the most productive agent allowing you to succeed in your transaction?
2. Successful Gwinnett County agents who blog are typically well read and stay abreast of all the latest news from the Internet on real estate marketing. Wouldn’t you prefer your agent be more knowledgeable maintaining a keen awareness on the latest tips and trends in the local real estate industry?
3. Agents who blog traditionally understand how to maximize the power of the Internet to help their clients succeed. For buyers, that means your Gwinnett County real estate agent offers you more Internet-based resources. If you’re selling your Gwinnett County home, you can expect your blogging real estate agent to utilize every possible high-traffic website to expose your home to the widest pool of qualified buyers possible. In today’s challenging Atlanta real estate market, that’s critical to you selling your home quicker and for the most money!
4. Real estate bloggers are able to tap into a large network of other blogging real estate agents. If you are a Gwinnett home buyer, this network of like-mided agents opens your property search to more resources. If you’re marketing your Gwinnett County property, blogging agents can maximize your home marketing plan for a wider audience of potential home buyers.
5. Blogging agents are different from your typical real estate agent because they understand Gwinnett County home buyers and sellers depend on the World Wide Web for a Web 2.0 experience. That means “free access” to Atlanta area information and MLS property search tools. This allows you to fact-find and search without fear of being spammed with meaningless emails.

When You’re Ready to Select Your Next Gwinnett County Agent

We recommend you interview your next real estate agent partner. During the interview process ask them if they blog and then ask them why maintaining a blog is so important.

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Margaret

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If you have been thinking about jumping into the Gwinnett County real estate market, right now might be your best opportunity. Interest rates are still very attractive and the inventory of homes for sale in Gwinnett County is very good offering you many choices. Plus, if you happen to be “cash poor”, there might be some solutions provided by FHA to help you get in a home with a limited amount of cash. Not that 100% financing is available. If you’re evaluating the current market, there are some aspects to buying your first home you need to consider:

• After you select the right person for a Gwinnett County real estate agent, we can work together to help you select the best fit for a mortgage partner.
• Because of the recent “mortgage mess”, current guidelines require you have a good credit score. Most mortgage experts consider scores in the 700 range as a “good score.”
• Know your credit history and be sure you take action to correct any mistakes on your credit history. You mortgage resource can assist you with this part of your home buying process.
• Consider the total cost of buying AND owning a home in Gwinnett County. That means you need to consider not only the principal, interest, taxes and homeowner insurance cost (PITI) but the cost to maintain your home. Think about your utility bills (electricity, phone, water, sewer), the cost of trash removal, any homeowner association dues, rainy day repair funds and many other cost to home ownership.
• Secure a loan pre-approval letter before you begin your Gwinnett County home search! That way you know how much home you can afford to buy and narrow your search criteria to match what you can afford to buy. This will save you time and heartache from disappointment looking at homes you can never afford.
• Once you know your credit history and credit score, ask your mortgage consultant about loan products provided by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA).
• Partner with a knowledgeable Gwinnett County real estate agent team to help you through the process!
• Know your needs by sitting down and making a list of what you want and what you need in your first home.
• Use the power of the Internet to help you search for homes for sale in Gwinnett County that fit your needs.
• Also list your priorities. Does your Gwinnett County home need to be near your office, your school, a church, near a family member, or some other special location?
• Typically, first-time home buyers and fixer-uppers don’t mix. You might be biting off more than you can chew!

Your Gwinnett County First-time Home Buyer Specialist!

Because we specialize in assisting first-time buyers with their Gwinnett County home purchase, be sure to ask any questions you might have about buying your first home.

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Margaret

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The Obvious Advantages of Buying and Owning a Gwinnett County Home

Here are few smart reasons to consider buying your first home. They include:

1. With a fixed mortgage, your monthly house payments are “fixed”. Rents can escalate at the whim of your landlord.
2. The tax implications of home ownership. It is recommended you double check with your tax attorney to confirm your ability to “write off” your mortgage interest on your income taxes.
3. If you’re looking for more security, it’s hard to beat the emotional feeling of home ownership.
4. You are a part of a larger community. Remember, you’re not just buying a piece of property, you are also buying a neighborhood too. Buy with the idea that you will need to resell, often sooner than you think.
5. A home is where memories take place!

Need More Reasons to Buy?

If you’re questioning whether or not it’s the right time for YOU to buy your first Gwinnett County home, condo or townhome, just drop us an email or use the contact form on our Gwinnet County real estate website. We promise we will never sell, rent or share your email address with any third party. Better yet, just leave a comment here at our Gwinnett County Real Estate Blog!

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Margaret