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MAY 2018
DEON’ S DO’ S AND DON’ TS:
KEY IMPACTS TO RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE IN 2018
The first quarter of 2018 has blurred by us, and we’ re just passing the Easter and Spring Break holiday seasons. The activity in real estate is beginning to churn, and there are a few things that we know of about this year that are crucial factors for buyers or sellers.
Factor 1: Nearly 10 million people were forced to foreclose on their personal residences during the“ Housing Bubble” burst, and the ending of the Great American Recession ending in 2009. The waiting period after a foreclosure is seven years, so around 1.5 million people will be able to return to the real estate market as buyers. Will they? You can bet on it. And they’ ll find different rules governing
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mortgages, extremely low inventory, rising mortgage rates and housing prices that increased consistently in the last few years. One prediction shows that they will grow by over 5 % this year!
Factor 2: Understand that the competition is extraordinary, and while as a buyer, you don’ t have to settle for less than desirable, keep asking and looking. Your first“ find” may not be the home you really want. And folks are getting creative in both the buying and the selling process, so you’ ll need to get creative too.
Factor 3: Save, save, save. While you can still find low down payment mortgages at very decent rates, you may see that no down payment lending is a thing of the past, even though in some markets, it may seem to be rebounding.
Factor 4: Experts point out that the best way to achieve the highest value out of either a sale or a purchase is to hire the absolute best REALTOR ® in your market. They describe these people as those that are highly experienced, able to answer your questions, have professional credentials and know the details of the market, process, and paperwork.
I know it requires considerable expertise and education by the representing agent for both buyers and sellers to understand the reality of value in relation to the sale price. That is one way in which I help provide direct solutions to challenges thereby creating value for my clients.
Whether you are a Millennial, Gen Xer, or Baby Boomer trying to figure it all out, call us at 404-630- 2985. You can put your trust in the professionals at Deon Cannon Realty – we’ re always willing to help you and to serve your real estate needs. Call us today, and we’ ll begin working with you right now to develop a sensible and robust plan to sell your home or find the one that’ s absolutely perfect for you.
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FOOD RESOURCES ADVICE
Below, you will see a link that leads you to a list of current local food banks and ministries.
Please keep the following in mind:- Call first: Many of these centers are funded and run by volunteers. Operating hours and services may change.
- Bring ID- most centers ask for photo ID and some ask for proof of residency. This usually involves a current utility bill / lease in your name.
- School Systems are usually connected- If you have school-age children living with you, contact the school counselor. You might be able to receive additional assistance. Information is confidential.
- If you are blessed and don’ t need assistance- consider volunteering or donating. Of course, always call first.
School systems receive federal funding to deliver meals to students during the summer( when school is not in session). Visit your school system’ s website for details. You can also find information at
https:// www. fns. usda. gov / summerfoodrocks
FOOD RESOURCES TABLE
Meals on Wheels( Rockdale) required
7702787230 Application is required
Assistance is available to homebound elderly persons( 60 +) who are unable or have great difficulty preparing a meal. Ask for the Information specialist.
Monastery of the Holy Spirit 7704837228 Tues., 8:00 a. m. 10:00 a. m.
Presbyterian Church of the Resurrection
Resource Center for Community Action
Rockdale Emergency Relief Food Pantry
7709181606( Rockdale Co. only)
7707601346( Appointment only)
7709220165 Rockdale Co. only / Call 1st for info.
Need ID for proof of residency. Call to place request before Wed., Pick up on Thurs. a. m.,
9:00 a. m. 2:00 p. m.
Social Security Card for all household members, current lease / bill & Photo ID Mon., Tues., Thurs. 10:00 a. m. 1:30 p. m.
Shady Grove Baptist Church
7704838283 Tues., Thurs., Sat. 10:30 a. m. 11:30 a. m.
Solid Rock Baptist Church 6783423434( Must call 1st to place order)
($ 10 donation is requested with a picture ID, but no one will be turned away.) Thurs. 10 a. m. 1 p. m.
797 W Macedonia Church Rd, Oxford, Georgia 30054
St. Vincent de Paul 7707613731 Rockdale Co. only, Application is required
St. Vincent de Paul 6788926163( Newton Co. only)
Xtra Mile Food Pantry( One Heart Ministries
Proof of residency and ID, Mon., Wed., Fri., 10:00 a. m. noon. Must be at office by 11:30 a. m. to be seen. Assistance is determined on a case by case basis.
Call for requirements and details
6789105725 Tues., Thurs., Sat. 9:00 a. m 1 p. m.
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