Oxford and Lafayette county neighborhoods are looking pretty spooky! We are proud to announce our 4th Annual Halloween Decorating Contest WINNERS! 1st place goes to 328 Ridgewood Manor Drive in the Ridgewood Manor Estates neighborhood!

Real Estate agents usually get paid when a deal fully goes through and makes it to the closing table, rather than getting paid hourly or weekly. So, how much do you pay your Realtor and are these fees negotiable? Let’s take a look at this realtor.com article to help answer these questions.

A recent settlement by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) that went into effect on Aug. 17, 2024, has led to changes related to broker commissions. This settlement includes changes to how real estate commissions are disclosed and negotiated, aiming to increase transparency and fairness for homebuyers and sellers. Let’s look at this realtor.com article to explain who pays what in a real estate transaction.

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Looking to buy a home? Prepare for a ton of paperwork, stampedes of buyers competing for the same home, and other challenges before you get your hands on those house keys. Having an agent dedicated to YOUR interests can make all the difference! We even have TWO of our agents, Margaret Neely & Brooke Worthy, who have received the special certification, Accredited Buyers Representative (ABR). Let’s learn more about what a buyer’s agent can do for you!

Realtor, real estate agent, salesperson, broker – there are many names and although there is a lot of overlap in the responsibilities of these roles, there are significant differences. And how do you choose the right Realtor for you? Thanks to this realtor.com article, we can help explain the differences and give you a list of questions you should consider when “shopping around” for your perfect Realtor!

Did you know that you are now required to sign an agreement with your Realtor before touring a home? As of August 17, 2024, the National Association of Realtors now requires all Realtors to have their buyers sign an agreement BEFORE entering a property. There are 3 agreement options for buyers. If you're not currently working with a Realtor and want to know more, we are happy to help explain the new process.

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With the University of Mississippi gaining another record-breaking Freshman class, many parents are buying a condo, townhome or house for their college kid to live in while in college. Let’s look at this realtor.com article that breaks down the pros and cons of this ever growing trend.

About to move into a new home? There is definitely one thing you MUST do: Declutter BEFORE moving. There is no better excuse to get rid of dead weight than an upcoming move. Check out this realtor.com article for tips.

Local public K-12 schools start back today! Parents, (some) children & teens and the Oxford-Lafayette community are excited to get back to a more routine schedule. We thought we’d share a bit about our two largest public school systems in the Oxford-Lafayette community.

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A buyer will typically have a contract to purchase with contingencies. These contingencies are meant to protect the buyer. We consider a home inspection to be the second most important contingency in a contract, second to a loan or financing contingency. But should a buyer consider waiving a home inspection? Let’s look at this realtor.com article.

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When shopping for a home, it’s important to note that the contract price of the home is NOT the actual price that you will pay at closing, if you are getting a mortgage loan. Additional fees and expenses should be discussed and accounted for, in addition to your down payment. The most common mortgage fees also fall under the umbrella of closing costs, those expenses you pay when you close on your house that help facilitate the sale (i.e., the appraisal fee, the title search, and the processing fee). Let’s take a look at this realtor.com article that helps break down these fees.

Let us MANAGE your property! We specialize in 3 month, 6 month and 12 month rentals. Contact Meredith Killens, our property manager, today to learn more and EXPERIENCE the Neighborhood Realty difference.

With Spring in full bloom, it’s the kickoff to the busy housing market. Thanks to this realtor.com article, let’s discuss the top 7 tips for first-time homebuyers to navigate this busy season.

Choosing a quality mover is a BIG deal and we’re here to share a few tips. *Thanks to moving.com (part of the realtor.com network).

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Own rental property? With the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act in place until January 2026, there are many deductions that rental property owners can claim. Check out this realtor.com article for more information.