


Top 10 list: As remote work impacts housing trends, where are people moving in 2023?
The concept of work has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years, largely due to the rise of remote work. As more companies embrace flexible work arrangements, employees are no longer tied to a specific location, giving rise to a new era of housing trends. In 2023, these trends continue

THE NEWEST REAL ESTATE SCAM – PHANTOM SELLER FRAUD
Earlier this week, the kind people from Hull Barrett in Evans stopped by our office and gave us an earful about the most recent closing dilemma to be on the lookout for in seller fraud. Seller fraud is not a new thing. Typically, it looks like a seller who intentionally

The psychology of home buying: What really influences your decision?
Buying a home is a significant life event, and it’s often said that the decision goes beyond the bricks and mortar. In fact, the psychology of home buying plays a pivotal role in shaping our choices. Let’s delve into the factors that influence your decision when purchasing a home, going

Real Talk Real Estate: Real Estate 101: Understanding the Lingo
As a local real estate agent, I am often asked to explain some of the more complicated terms that come up during the buying and selling process. In this article, I will break down seven terms that I believe are particularly important for buyers and sellers to understand: Pending or

Real Talk Real Estate: Rental Fraud: A True Story
Hi, Augusta Business Daily! My name is Leanna Woodward, yes Woodward, you read that right. I am the daughter of your favorite CSRA realtor and the usual writer of this column, Shawna Woodward. My mom asked me to write this article because I am a living, breathing cautionary tale about

Real Talk Real Estate: Guarding against the growing threat of rental home fraud
In today’s interconnected digital age, renting a home has become mostly web-driven. This has left space for a new menace to emerge, threatening the dreams and financial stability of consumers, and rental home fraud. As the housing market evolves, so do the tactics of unscrupulous individuals seeking to exploit unsuspecting