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Interested in down payment assistance?  We have the contact for you! Heide Billings, of  Invest Atlanta , is here to dish about all of their amazing programs. These programs literally give away money, up $20K, and you don't even have to be a first-time buyer.  Enjoy this crash course!!

Happy Friday!!! In our second installment, Gina speaks with Faith Helm, Loan Officer. They discuss how to obtain a home loan, which factors most affect your credit, and the best advice she has for first-time buyers. Enjoy!

Happy Friday, everyone!! Today, we are introducing our new "Collaborator Series" Gina will be interviewing her collaborators from all aspects of the real estate business.  In this segment, we spoke to Miles Steele , of Pillar to Post Inspections . Enjoy!

When beginning the process of showing your home, beautiful staging can make an big impact on how much your house goes for, and how fast you'll receive offers. It's important to present an extremely clean, open, and inviting space. These tips will help you make the best impression on potential buyers! 1. Declutter Clutter can make a space feel stifling. You want people to walk into your home and feel a sense of calmness and comfort. Keeping furniture and knick-knacks minimal can help clients breathe a sigh of relief. Home is meant to be our refuge from an oftentimes overwhelming world, and maintaining an open atmosphere helps us all relax and clear our minds. Hot Spots Magazine  2. Bright Lighting There are three types of lighting to bring into every room: accent, task, and ambient. Ambient lighting is typically the largest lighting source in a room, and sets the automatic mood. Task lighting refers to lamps that might be placed on side tables, desks, or n

Today we are diving into Gina's real estate expertise! Watch the video below to learn about Gina's work style, why she got into this business, and to hear her advice for buyers and sellers alike!! Like, subscribe, and follow @SmithFineHomesAtlanta on Facebook & Instagram

RemodelingCalculator 1. Seasoned realtor with a strong grasp on marketing It’s important to team up with an experienced realtor. Find someone who has been working in the area for a long time, and knows the market backwards and forwards. They could also potentially recommend a reliable construction crew, talented photographer, and other connections that will make your first flip run smoothly. JSmithRevealedStudios 2. Create a detailed business plan Flipping houses is not a hobby, it is a business, and must be treated as such. Otherwise, you run the risk of losing a lot of money and gaining a lot of headaches. Map out every possible expense while determining your budget, and always calculate for unexpected costs. MySECO 3. Start small For your very first flip, start small. Do not take on a huge and expensive project your first go-around. On one hand, the margin for losing money will be much larger, and on the other, you could get very overwhelmed very quic

We couldn't resist sharing the bloopers from our "Get to Know Gina: Marriage Edition" video!  Can you tell they've been married for over 20 years? 🤣 Enjoy below! 

SmithFineHomesAtlanta A Appraisal: A document of opinion of property value at a specific point in time. B Buyer’s agent: This is the agent who represents the buyer in the home-buying process. On the other side is the listing agent, who represents the seller. C Contingency: A provision in a contract requiring certain acts to be completed before the contract is binding. D Direct home-selling costs (DHSC): Carrying costs, loss on sale, repairs and improvements, commission, closing costs, principal, interest, taxes and insurance, interest on equity loans, and utilities. E Escrow account for real estate taxes and insurance: An account into which borrowers pay monthly prorations for real estate taxes and property insurance. F Fee simple: A form of property ownership where the owner has the right to use and dispose of property at will. G Good faith estimate: Under the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act, within three days of an application submission, lender

Let's talk marriage! In this segment of "Get to Know Gina",  Gina and her husband Eddie share how they met, what they do to keep their relationship growing, and what values they share as a couple.  In Gina's words, "We date each other. We started off dating, and we're still dating." Watch the video below for a Master class in relationship dynamics. This hilarious and adorable couple will brighten your day and your heart.  Enjoy!

Pick three main colors for each room It can be all too easy to decorate a room one of two ways: one, focusing on a single color which can result in a match-matchy vibe; or two, throwing caution to the wind and combining only what you have available, which can feel disorienting and messy. If design already feels overwhelming, a simple tool is to choose three main colors for each room. This will designate themes and make assembling a room similar to filling in the blanks, resulting in a clean and pleasing room. Cirpa 2. Work around the most important piece in the room Choosing a focal point for each room makes beautiful design extremely accessible. Find one piece in your space, be it a lighting fixture, piece of furniture, or painting, and craft the rest of the room around it. This lends a cohesive look without overwhelming the senses. It's also a great way to let something truly beautiful and unique shine! TheGloss 3. Mix Pat