Hiring a Realtor? 7 Things to Look for Before You Sign Anything

Choosing the right real estate agent is one of the most important decisions you'll make when buying or selling a home. But how do you know who's actually good at their job? Recently, someone asked me what they should look for when hiring a Realtor. They were out of state and planning to hire an agen

Real Estate Hot Takes From an Athens, GA Realtor With 22 Years of Experience

After 22 years of selling real estate in Athens and Northeast Georgia, I've learned one thing: there's no such thing as one-size-fits-all real estate advice. Spend enough time in this business, and you'll hear plenty of advice that sounds great on the surface. "Always list your home above market val

The House That Feels Expensive Today Might Feel Like a Steal in 2035

It felt expensive in 2015, too. Just ask someone who bought back then. If I've heard it once, I've heard it a thousand times in my 22 years of selling real estate: "Homes are just too expensive right now." And you know what? I understand. Home prices are high. Mortgage rates can make monthly payment

Georgia’s Housing Market Just Handed Buyers Back Some Leverage

If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for Georgia’s housing market to feel a little less frantic, we’re starting to see some encouraging signs. The latest August 2026 numbers from Georgia REALTORS® show a market that continues to shift toward better balance — and that means buyers are gett