First time buyers of new construction homes often wonder why there is an extra charge at the closing table for something called “Title Insurance.” Why would a brand new home, never lived in by anyone else, need title insurance? There are two primary reasons:
1. Although the home was never lived in, it was built on vacant land that may have had one, two, or twenty different owners over the years. The chain of title might not be clear, and title insurance protects you, the new homeowner, from any uncertainty that arises because of that. Once a policy has been accepted, you are insured against claims on the property by previous owners.
2. While the home was under construction, there may have been unfulfilled obligations to contractors who
For the full month of November, we are celebrating the PSP Tour of Christmas Trees. Visitors are invited to tour six of our Metro Atlanta new home communities, where they can register to win a professionally decorated tree just in time for the holiday season!
Entering the tree give-away is easy. Each community features a different decorated tree, so make sure to see them all.
Visit ONE community listed below to enter to win the tree featured in that model home. Visit THREE communities and win a FREE Peggy Slappey Properties Signature Cheesecake. If you’ve never tasted this home-baked PSP Christmas delight, you’re missing out. It’s the same cheesecake delivered by our “Agent Elves” to co-op agents each Christmas! Remember, you can enter to win
For a limited time, EMC Homes is offering $10,000 off on the beautiful home at 2716 Jubilee Terrace, Bethlehem!*
This 4-bed/2.5-bath home has a full basement and is packed with must-have finishes. The master bathroom has his and her vanities, a shower, and a separate garden tub. The kitchen is a home chef’s dream, with stainless steel appliances, a walk-in pantry, and tons of cabinet and counter space. Plus, there is a stylish ash-gray granite island to compliment the dark espresso cabinets. This gorgeous kitchen opens to the breakfast room and main living area, and the separate dining room has trendy shiplap accents.
For a limited time, this amazing home is reduced to just $227,900! Act quickly, though, because this offer will expire soon.
Sometimes it’s hard to know when to stop renting and become a homeowner. Taking out a mortgage seems like such a big responsibility. The truth is, you’re paying someone’s mortgage either way. You can decide to pay monthly toward your own future, or you can send that payment to your landlord and invest in his.
At Peggy Slappey Properties, we have clients who rent for all kinds of reasons: bad credit, the need for flexibility, job or income uncertainty, even the desire to avoid maintenance and repair costs. We know there are appropriate times and circumstances for renting, but we also know how beneficial home ownership is.
Most buyers will qualify for a traditional, 30-year fixed rate mortgage. Over the course of 30 years, that payment will stay
