Volume 6, Issue 4 • Winter 2015

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Volume 6, Issue 4 • Winter 2015
McMinn, Meigs &
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Homesearch
Winter 2015
Volume 6, Issue 4
Southeast Tennessee
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Pati
Cornell
Crye-Leike
REALTORS®
580 Congress Parkway S. • Athens, TN 37303
HOLMES Sells HOMES
Chris
Holmes
423-507-3561
(423) 746-0227 Office • (423) 744-4143 Cell
580 Congress Parkway, Athens
423-746-0227
Pati.cornnell@crye-leike.com • http://paticornell.crye-leike.com
359 County Road 249, Athens. 3
BR, 2 BA rancher beautifully landscaped
with lovely pool. Master has a jetted tub to
relax in. Gas fireplace in living room. Room
upstairs that can be a 4th bedroom or bonus
room. 16 acres with two outbuildings and
relaxing sunroom. $350,000.
5255 Shaw Ferry Road. Beautiful
3 bedroom, 2 bath home with cathedral
ceilings, gorgeous catwalk & stairway, jetted
tub and so much more located in Lenoir
City. Screened in porch, fenced yard & 3 car
garage. Landscaped! Motivated Seller! Bring
offer!! $235,000.
125 Eagle Ridge Pointe, Philadelphia.
Enjoy this breathtaking view with this 3 BR, 2
1/2 BA with bonus room. Large deck across
back with simply beautiful views and French
doors off master to the deck. Hardwood
floors. Gorgeous views off of the living room
and bonus room. $198,000.
Ivy Trail. If you love beautiful mountain
views and privacy this is for you. This 10.25
acres in Tellico Plains with gorgeous view of
Starr Mountain. Drive is already in. Electric
already to the site. $197,500.
Highway 30, Etowah. High visibility.
Plenty of room and office space. Security
system, phone system, wired for internet.
Roll up door. Can be used for one business or
two separate businesses. Office space with
display windows. 4 bathrooms on city sewer
or septic. Motivated seller. $165,000.
Scenic River Road, Madisonville.
5.02 Ac - $47,300
5.28 Ac - $47,300
5.73 Ac – 48,500
7.46 Ac - $54,400 or all 4 parcels for
$196,000. Great place to build your new
home. Less than a mile from the lake. Mostly
level and electric in area.
1126 Congress Pkwy., Athens. 3 BR, 2 BA,
gleaming hardwood floors, fresh paint and
open floor plan. All appliances stay. House
backs up to Rock Springs Golf Course. Large
1 acre lot. Large storage building along with
a detached carport with extra storage. MLS
#20156001. $159,900. Must see!
9 Madison Ave., Athens. Building has two
levels and over 8600 sq ft of useable space.
Rent space to other dealers and have easy
working hours on one of Athens busiest
city streets across from the McMinn County
Courthouse. Ample parking. MLS #20145029.
$219,000.
Lot 19, County Road 1120, Athens.
Woodridge Estates. Nearly one acre building
lot in established subdivision. Ideal for a
walkout basement. Last lot on inner circle
surrounded by beautiful homes. Very
convenient location. Wonderful lot for your
new custom home. MLS #20153386. $35,000.
517 New Hwy. 68, Sweetwater. Restaurant
which includes all equipment, building, and
land located between I-75 and Hwy. 11. Also
includes living quarters. Owner is motivated
and says to bring us an offer. Will consider
some owner financing too! MLS #20151788.
$525,000.
REDUCED!
449 County Road 401, Madisonville.
Cute cottage on 1 acre. Unique with lots of
character and charm with its wood floors
and pine walls. Has barbed wire fencing
around all 1 acre but front of property.
Large outbuilding with concrete floor. MLS
#20155927. $45,000.
148 Mason St., Madisonville. 3BR/2BAranch
home with a bonus room. All this on a shady
lot that has a stream along one side of the
property. Nice big deck and storage building
with privacy fencing. Right in town but a
country feel awaits you. MLS #20155195.
$95,000.
979 Old Tellico Hwy., Madisonville.
3BR/2BAbasement rancher on over an acre.
Large wrap around covered porch with
swing and a rear deck. Ideal for a two family
situation as the mobile home (1995 d.w. next
door is also for sale). Beautiful oak cabinets.
MLS #20155299. $134,500.
983 Old Tellico Hwy., Madisonville.
3BR/2BA with a room addition that could
be used as an office or 4th bedroom. Paved
driveway and full length covered porch with
swing and a rear deck. Attached carport and
plenty of parking. Home next door is also
being for sale. MLS #20155300. $89,500.
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5 Questions to Ask Before Choosing a
Real Estate Agent
1. How long have you been in the business?
First, ask about the agent’s experience. The first thing you want to know is
how long have they been in the marketplace. Not just how many years, but
how many buyers do they work with that have similar needs.
Also consider the difference between a part-time real estate agent who
sells a few properties for friends and relatives and someone who treats it as
a full-time business venture. There are a lot of agents out there that do this
part time, and they can't provide the level of service that somebody who is
doing this day in and day out can provide.
2. What geographic areas and types of properties do you handle?
For buyers’ and sellers’ agents, neighborhood expertise is key, because
neighborhood markets can have different quirks. Focus very specifically on
different regulations. Historic homes are areas that may require special expertise because of the additional challenges and potential restrictions involved.
Consider not only what agents tell you but also the way they brand themselves online. Many agents are now active on social media with YouTube
channels, Twitter feeds, Facebook pages and more, allowing you to do your
own research. "If they're branding themselves as a condo specialist and you
want to buy a house, they're probably not the right agent for you. An agent
who focuses on condominiums may have more familiarity with specific condo buildings than someone who mainly handles single-family homes.
Ask about other types of expertise, too. If you’re a veteran or active duty
military member, you may want to work with someone who has special training to understand how Veterans Affairs financing works and the challenges
of frequently relocating. If you’re a first-time buyer, you may want to find
someone who works with lots of first-time buyers and has the patience to do
some hand-holding.
3. How will you communicate with me?
A communication lapse of a few hours can mean the difference between an
accepted offer and a missed opportunity. With that in mind, choose an agent
who responds quickly in the mode of communication that works for you,
whether it’s email, text, phone or fax. Quite frankly as a Realtor, our job is to
be able to communicate the way the consumer wants. Finding a Realtor who
will work with you in the way that you need to work is great.
Also ask who will be your main point of contact, because some busy real
estate agents use a team of assistants or sub-agents to handle day-to-day
tasks, and you may not have direct access to the agent you choose.
4. Can you share references?
In addition to interviewing potential agents, talk to their buyers or sellers.
Also ask what portion of business comes from referrals or repeat business. If
an agent mainly works on referrals or repeat business, that can be a positive
indicator that prior clients were satisfied.
5. What will it cost me to sell this property?
Buyers often don’t pay commission directly, but sellers often do and the
costs can vary from agent to agent. For buyers who worry that bringing up
the commission topic will be uncomfortable, phrase the question as “What
will it cost me to sell this property?” Also ask for a breakdown of estimated
closing costs.
Sandy
Phillips
Broker, ABR, GRI
105 Park Avenue
Athens, TN 37303-4255
(423) 745-4100
Cell
(423) 506-7003
sandy.phillips@realtor.com • www.EastTennesseeRealEstate.net
• Wasson Rd., Ten Mile - 353 Acres. $759,000.
• Hwy. 68, Niota - Beautiful Large Tracts, 101 Acres,
146 Acres or 248 Acres, $5,000 per acre.
• Hwy. 68, Niota
5.11 Acres - $35,000.
8.16 Acres - $52,120.
10.64 Acres - $69,160.
13.27 Acres - $85,000.
• Eagle Glenn Subdivision, Englewood - Lot #32,
1.04 Acre. $29,000.
• Breckenridge, The Highlands, Athens 7.15 Acres. $28,000.
• Kensington, The Highlands, Athens - $39,000.
• CR 723, Madison Place Subdivision, Athens $10,000.
• CR 192, Niota - 18.79 Acres. $79,900.
• CR 226, Niota - 5.05 Acres. $43,900.
• CR 234, Niota - Pond and creek, beautiful pasture,
fully fenced! 11.22 Acres. $67,000.
• No Pone Valley Road, Decatur - Lot #7,
15.66 Acres. $39,900.
• Womac Hollow Road, Ten Mile - 16.7 Acres.
$42,500.
• Uphill Drive, Madisonville - $15,000.
• Autumn Woods, Sweetwater - Lot #10,
3.17 Acres. $35,000.
• Autumn Woods, Sweetwater - Lot #11, 2.09 Acre.
$35,000.
• Humphreys Road, Philadelphia
Lot #2 - 26.38 Acres & Large Pond. $104,000.
Lot #3 - 5.43 Acres & Barn. $28,000.
Lot #4 - 5.93 Acres. $24,000.
Lot #5 - 5.87 Acres. $24,000.
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105 Park Avenue
Athens, TN 37303-4255
Sandy Phillips
Broker, ABR, GRI
(423) 745-4100
Cell
(423) 506-7003
sandy.phillips@realtor.com • www.EastTennesseeRealEstate.net
264 County Road
60
720 Tennessee
Avenue
2330 Quail Ridge
Drive
351 County Road
850
293 Old Ten Mile
Road
13.75 Acres
$425,000
MLS #20154027
Commercial
$425,000
MLS #20154280
1.8 Acres
$375,000
MLS #20154932
24 Acres
$350,000
MLS #20153782
30 Acres
$349,900
MLS #20144986
154 County Road
1120
610 Nocatula
Place
1553 New Highway
68
707
Edgewood
236 Lane Hollow
Road
0.86 Acre
$349,000
MLS #20151965
$340,000
MLS #20155321
65.4 Acres
$299,900
MLS #20144642
$225,000
MLS #20154691
18 Acres
$225,000
MLS #20155272
1016 Crestway
Drive
2619 State
Hwy. 304
136 Jackson
Street S.
350 County Road
850
403 McMinn
$219,000
MLS #20154597
Commercial
$215,000
MLS #20155448
1.5 Acres
$199,900
MLS #20155415
Duplex
$199,900
MLS #20153785
$169,900
MLS #20154331
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Athens, TN 37303-4255
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Sandy Phillips
Broker, ABR, GRI
(423) 745-4100
Cell
(423) 506-7003
sandy.phillips@realtor.com • www.EastTennesseeRealEstate.net
240 County Road
361
$158,900
MLS #20150262
104 Christianburg
$144,900
MLS #20145683
505 North
Avenue
500 County Road
267
203 Oakland View
Ct.
$134,900
MLS #20156388
1.2 Acres
$129,000
MLS #20156073
$127,900
MLS #20154741
517 Half Moon
Shores
900 S. Matlock
Avenue
6436 Spring Place
Road SE
1046 County Road
264
218 Heck
Lane
1.2 Acres
$119,900
MLS #20151370
$119,900
MLS #20154903
1.26 Acres
$116,000
MLS #20133453
0.75 Acres
$88,900
MLS #20155057
1.9 Acre
$88,000
MLS #20145787
621 Hilltop
Drive
409 14th
Street
428 Church
Street
320 Tennessee
Avenue
718 Pennsylvania
Avenue
$84,900
MLS #20150149
$74,900
MLS #20153535
$65,000
MLS #20152163
$49,000
MLS #20156174
$48,900
MLS #20144069
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205 E. Madison Avenue
Athens, TN 37303
Office: (423) 744-3515
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E-mail: TheSouthernHomes@gmail.com
205 E. Madison Avenue • Athens, TN 37303 | www.SouthernHomesTN.com
GREAT BRICK HOUSE close to Dayton and easy access
to Cleveland. Large master bedroom and spacious master
bath with Jacuzzi bathtub, separate tiled shower and walk-in
closet. Split bedroom floor plan offers privacy for everyone. All
appliances stay, even washer and dryer. Make this home your
own. Sellers are offering up to $10,000. $4,000 in closing costs.
$215,000.
2.51 ACRES on County Road 83 has lots of road frontage and
has a fantastic building site waiting on you to build your dream
cabin. You can’t go wrong with this land convenient to I-75 but
far enough out to enjoy nature! Only $21,500. Call us today.
MLS#20150791.
VIEWS YOU DREAM OF NOW AVAILABE ON CO. RD. 788
- This 6.9 acres is a great place to build your dream home and
enjoy country living with the amazing views of the surrounding
mountains. City water tap on property. So many possibilities
for your home. Call us today. It’s listed to sell at only $59,900.
MLS #20154869.
GREAT STARTER HOME OR INVESTMENT PROPERTY very
near Mt. View Elementary School. Lots of home improvements
have been completed such as 1 yr. old HVAC, double pane vinyl
windows, tongue and groove ceiling in the basement family
room and lots more. This home has so much to offer. Make
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AMAZING PROPERTY - Lot 64 on Matlock Ave. is almost 3
acres of gorgeous land with good road frontage, mature trees,
plenty of cleared land with multiple building sites for an
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in the city with extra privacy! Great value in this are for only
$52,500. MLS #20141911.
521 GUILLE ST. - Larger than it appears! Home offers 3
bedrooms, 2 baths, living room and large den with fireplace.
4th bedroom was converted into a laundry room. Located on a
large fenced lot with outbuilding/workshop out back. $87,900.
MLS# 20154713.
SUPER CHARMING 3 bedroom, 2 bath, rustic log home,
hardwood floors, new cabinets, skylights, more! The outside
views are breathtaking from the porch and swing! It is situated
on a little over an acre with lots of shaded tees! This property
even offers a guest house. This home has endless possibilities!
Call today for you tour and more information.
BREATHTAKING VIEWS FROM A FULL LENGTH
COVERED PORCH is just the icing on the cake for the
incredible 1.5 story home on 17 acres. This house has a
gorgeous fireplace, basement, two back screened in porches and
so many upgrades that you need to see it to believe it! Come see
for yourself. $299,900. MLS #20155000.
BEAUTIFUL RANCH HOME IS A NEWER CONSTRUCTION
- 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with open floor plan and vaulted ceiling
in living room add to the charm of this great home. The attached
two car garage is also a bonus! Currently occupied by tenants
so call our office to make an appointment to view. $134,500.
MLS #20155271.
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We hope that before you buy or sell your next place, that you will consider
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105 Park Avenue
Athens, Tennessee
745-4100
email: layco@bellsouth.net
Web: LayRealtyAthens.com
Gail Axley
Carol Brownsey
Jona Garrett
Rick Lay, CRB, CRS
Robin Manis
745-3642
744-4450
649-0257
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Sarah Newman
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156 Co. Rd. 327, Niota - Large lot and large
separate detached 3-bay brick garage building
with separate driveway. Great for the car hobbyist
with additional double garage, single basement
garage and double carport! $299,900. MLS
#20152277.
162 Co. Rd. 709, Athens - Granite counter
tops, oak cabinets, stainless steel appliances.
Full basement with bedroom, bath and kitchen.
24’x72’ RV storage wings. The building also has
a 12’x16’ finished bath/storage room. 400 amp
electrical service. $325,000. MLS # 20151272.
702 Howard Street - 3 bedroom home with
income potential. Currently rented. All stainless
steel appliances, oak finish cabinets. $54,900.
MLS #163031.
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Gail Axley
Carol Brownsey
Jona Garrett
Rick Lay, CRB, CRS
Robin Manis
745-3642
744-4450
649-0257
745-4400
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Dean McKeehan, GRI
Sarah Newman
Sandy Phillips
Alice West
745-1854
807-5050
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745-2554
CR 442 - 56.6 acres - partly cleared with
36’ x 36’ barn with stalls (needs repair).
Beautiful view towards Englewood from the
top of the ridge. $283,000. MLS #20141485.
1402 CR 50, RICEVILLE - Next door to
Hillsview Fire Station. 3 bedroom brick
ranch on approximately 23.5 acres. Good
bottom land, some outbuildings. Priced at
$179,900. MLS #20153874.
801 DECATUR PIKE - Commercial strip
center with potential. $182,400. MLS
#20152365.
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ALICE WEST
745-2554
Cell 507-9241
745-4100
105 Park Avenue
Athens, TN 37303-4255
aliceewest@comcast.net
Ask for Alice
WATERFRONT ON 2 SIDES/DOCK WITH UPPER DECK - You can enjoy lake activities or just sit on the wrap around porch. There is so
much charm & quality in the updating of this unique lakeside home (Tile, hardwood, granite, vaulted ceiling, can skylight). Lots of windows to
take in the view, master bedroom with jetted tub, separate steam shower, 2 fireplaces, 1 BR, 1 BA, large rec room in basement that leads to
covered wrap around patio with stacked stone siding on foundation. MORE! MLS #20155935.
6.72 ACRES PLUS EXTRA LIVING QUARTERS
PERFECTLY MAINTAINED home in Eagle Glen Subdivision. Must
see this great home with cathedral ceilings, hardwood in formal
dining, granite countertops, wrap around bar, plus breakfast nook.
Quiet country living on the 2.5 acre lot. Double attached and
detached garage. MLS #20153095.
NICE OLDER HOME with lots of charm and character, convenient
to college and downtown. Hardwood and ceramic flooring,
high ceilings, large rooms, built-in hutches and lots of closets. 3
bedrooms, 1.5 baths, rocking chair front porch, concrete parking
area and fenced back yard. Call Alice. MLS #20154324.
GREAT BRICK RANCHER with partially finished basement with 1 bedroom, 1 bath and kitchenette, large den with brick
woodburning fireplace, attached double carport/covered patio off sliding glass doors at basement level. Several updates, spacious
kitchen, formal dining room & den with vaulted/tongue & groove ceiling, lots of windows & stone fireplace, large storage building/
workshop with shed for equipment plus smaller barn style building with loft. Plenty of room for recreational vehicle, gardening or
privacy. Now includes 3 bedroom, 2bath, like new 2005 doublewide. All for $234,900. Call Alice. MLS #20132000.
NICE VIEW!
GREAT INVESTMENT!
PLENTY OF SPACE for everyone in this large 3 bedroom, 2
bath home with original hardwood floors on main level. 2 large
bedrooms and 1 BA in basement. COOL place to hang out! Large
kitchen with nice side deck nearby makes it fun and convenient
for cookouts and family get-togethers. Call Alice. MLS #20154327.
Just Minutes To I-75 - Well maintained spacious 3 bedroom, 2.5
bath home with large living/dining combo with sliding door leading
to extra-large deck that overlooks nice lawn and sooded backyard.
Large kitcehn with new counters and linoleum, large downstairs
family room with fireplace. Call Alice today. MLS #20156481.
WONDERFUL VIEWS from covered wrap around porch. Nice 3
bedroom, 2.5 bath home on 2.05 acres. There is something for
everyone with open floor plan, split bedroom style spacious kitchen
with appliances, large great room with half bath in basement
for favorite hobbies, etc. Attached double garage, coy pond,
small building and fenced area behind house which was used for
miniature horses. MLS #20143732.
CUSTOM BUILT PROFESSIONAL BUILDING - Built in 2001,
originally 4 units now leased as 3 with positive cash flow and
adequate parking. Great location with maximum exposure for this
great investment. Call Alice. MLS #20142087.
GREAT BUY - Many special features including two adjoining
wooded buildable lots, full unfinished walk-out basement, nice
deck and large screened porch that overlooks fenced backyard with
flower gardens and trees. There are 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, large
living area, kitchen/dining combo, lots of cabinets and counter
space, laminate flooring, private and conveniently located. ONLY
$119,900. Call Alice. MLS #20154942.
CUTE RANCHER - Located in Ingleside Hills with 3 bedrooms,
1 bath, hardwood floors, kitchen, dining combination, separate
laundry, rear deck, some updating, fenced back yard, single
carport. Community pool, homeowners choice to pay fees for use.
Call Alice for an appointment today! MLS #20154326.
CUTE BRICK RANCHER New metal roof, freshly refinished
hardwood floors, fresh paint throughout, new water heater,
laminated flooring in kitchen and CH/A unit approximately 1 year
old makes this home easily financeable and move-in ready. Nice
corner lot. Call Alice. MLS #20155938.
UNIQUE HOME - Must see this cute home just recently
remodeled. New kitchen cabinets, counter tops, hardwood, tile,
new carpet, fresh paint, new bath fixtures, lighting and the
works. Windows, roof, CH/A and siding have been done within
the past few years. Superior location, large lot with room to build
your dream house and use as rental investment. Priced to sell at
$79,900. MLS #20152551.
TELLICO PARK!
LAND AND LOTS
DECATUR PIKE!
REDUCED!
SUPERB LOCATION! Currently Auto Sales, Detail/Clean-Up, Tie
& Repair Shop. Plenty of asphalt parking, complete security and
camera system and large sign/post ready for your sign. Additional
perks included. Call Alice. MLS #20145481.
205 A & B is a large 2 bedroom, one bath, duplex with vinyl siding, built
in 2004 on a concrete slab, ceramic tile in kitchens & bathrooms. Currently
rents for $500 per month. Number 205 is a house constructed of site
hand poured cement blocks, 2 bedrooms 2 baths, washer, dryer hookups & full unfinished basement. Large level fenced back yard, rear patio,
large older garage, large laundry/closet/sunroom all in one. Updated
eat-in kitchen with oak cabinets. MLS #20133349.
LARGE 3 BEDROOM, 2.5 bath brick rancher with open floor plan with
many updates. Features full basement with second fireplace, large den/
rec room, 1 bedroom, 1 bath, separate entry. Situated on large corner lot
in great neighborhood, screened porch, pool surrounded by decking and
privacy fence. MLS #20151576.
COUNTY ROAD 130 - 5.10 acres with good
road frontage, mostly wooded, lays well.
318 COUNTY ROAD 70, RICEVILLE - 6.09
acres, gently rolling with several hardwoods &
nice road frontage.
LARGE
CHALET
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LOT
IN
SPRINGPLACE SUBD. - Motivated seller!
Make offer! $8,000. MLS #20152214.
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Athens, TN 37303-4255
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Large building with 9,296 of
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MLS20156389.
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rental space currently rented.
MLS20156436.
Refurnished coffee shop with
all fixtures/inventory in historic
downtown Athens with newly
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BEAUTIFUL SETTING! Great level lot with some Beautiful 80 acres with abun-
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3 bedrooms, 2 baths, bonus room
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woods for new home or mobile. An existing structure was
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Spacious 4 bedrooms, 2-1/2
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$159,000.
dant wildlife and year round
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A S A P SELF
STORAGE
Top 8 House-Hunting Mistakes
Buying a home is a very emotional process, but if you allow those emotions to get the best of you, you
may fall prey to a number of common home buyer mistakes. Since buying a home has many far-reaching
implications - ranging from where you will live to how hard it will be to make ends meet - it's important
to keep your emotions in check and make the most rational decision possible.
There are eight common emotional mistakes that people make when buying a home. Avoiding these
pitfalls will help you find the best home-sweet-home.
Mistake 1: Falling in Love With a House You Can't Afford
Once you've fallen in love with a particular home, it's hard to go back. You start dreaming about how
great your life would be if you had all the wonderful things it offered - the lovely, tree-lined streets, the
jetted bathtub, the spacious kitchen with professional-grade appliances. However, if you can't or won't
be able to afford that house, you're just hurting yourself by imagining yourself in it. To avoid the temptation to get in over your head financially, or the disappointment of feeling like you're settling for less than
you deserve, it's best to only look at homes in your price range.
Mistake 2: Assuming There's Nothing Better Out There
Unless you are a high-end buyer looking at custom homes, chances are that for any home you find that
you like, there are quite a few others that are nearly identical to it. Most neighborhoods have multiple
homes that are the same model. Further, most neighborhoods are full of homes that were all constructed
by the same builder, so even if you can't find an identical model for sale, you can probably find a house
with many of the same features. If you're considering a condo or townhouse, the odds are also in your
favor.
Even when you have a long list of must-haves, there are probably several homes out there that can
meet your needs. If there are snags with the home you've decided you like - such as major repair issues,
an inflexible asking price or a difficult possession date - consider moving on. Being open to keep looking
will save you from making rash decisions you might regret later.
Mistake 3: Being Desperate
Mistake 4: Overlooking Important Flaws
For any of the three reasons we just discussed, you might be tempted to ignore major problems with
the house that will be difficult, expensive or impossible to change. Carefully consider your options before you make a commitment, and consider waiting until something better comes along. New houses
come on the market every day.
Mistake 5: Overestimating Your Handyman Skills
Don't buy a fixer-upper that's more than you can handle in terms of time, money or ability. For example, if you think you can do the work yourself then realize you can't once you get started, any repairs or
upgrades you were planning to make will probably cost twice as much once you factor in the labor - and
that may not be in your budget. Not to mention the costs involved to fix anything you may have started
and the fees to replace the materials you wasted. Honestly evaluate your abilities, your budget and how
soon you need to move before purchasing a property that isn't move-in ready.
Mistake 6: Rushing to Put In an Offer
In a hot market, it may be necessary to pull the trigger very quickly if you find a home you like. However, you have to balance the need to make a quick decision with the need to make sure the home will
be right for you. Don't neglect important steps like making sure the neighborhood feels safe at night as
well as during the day and investigating possible noise issues like a nearby train. Ideally, you'll be able to
take at least a night to sleep on the decision. How well you sleep that night and how you feel about the
home in the morning will tell you a lot about whether the decision you're about to make is the right one.
Taking the time to consider the decision also gives you a chance to research how much the property is
really worth and offer an appropriate price.
Mistake 7: Dragging Your Feet
It's a tough balancing act to make sure you make a careful decision, but don't take too long to make
it. Losing out on a property that you were almost ready to make an offer on because someone beat you
to it can be heartbreaking. It can also have economic consequences. Let's say you are self-employed.
Perhaps for you more than anyone else, time is money. The more time and energy you have to take out
of your normal activities to search for a house, the less time and energy you have available to work. Not
dragging out the homebuying process unnecessarily may be the best thing for your business, and the
continued success of your business will be essential to paying the mortgage. If you don't pull the trigger
quickly, someone else might, and you'll have to keep looking. Don't underestimate how time-consuming
and routine-disrupting house shopping can be.
Mistake 8: Offering Too Much
If there's a lot of competition in your market and you find a place you really like, it's all too easy to get
sucked into a bidding war - or to try to preempt a bidding war by offering a high price in the first place.
There are a couple of potential problems with this. First, if the house doesn't appraise at or above the
amount of your offer, the bank won't give you the loan unless the seller reduces the price or you pay
cash for the difference. If this happens, the shortfall on your bid as opposed to your mortgage will have
to be paid out of pocket. Second, when you go to sell the house, if market conditions are similar to or
worse than they were when you purchased, you may find yourself upside down on the mortgage and
unable to sell. Make sure the purchase price for the home you buy is reasonable for both the house and
the location by examining comparable sales and getting your agent's opinion before making an offer.
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DECATUR PIKE
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When you've been looking for a while and you're not seeing anything you like - or worse, you're getting
outbid on the houses you do want - it's easy to get desperate to get into your new house now. However,
if you move into a house you'll end up hating, the transaction costs to get rid of it will be costly. You'll
have to pay an agent's commission (up to 5-6% of the sale price) and you'll have to pay closing costs
for the mortgage on your new house. You'll also deal with the hassle and expense of moving yet again.
If you decide not to move but to try to make the best of what you have, remember that alterations and
renovations are expensive, time-consuming and stressful. If you have time on your side, it's OK to wait
until something that suits you comes along - as long as your demands are realistic for your budget, you
are bound to find something you live with.
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