Door to Door with Darby - the Podcast

Mike Garrett (now with Movement Mortgage - Previously w/ Silverton Mortage) shared detailed information for home buyers about mortgages and the home buying process. Here are a few topics we chatted about:*Applying for a home loan*Credit Report/Score*Types of Loans and down payments*Current real estate marketCONNECT WITH CHRISTINAFollow me on Instagram:www.instagram.com/christina.darby.realty/Blog/Home Search/Great Tips:https://linktr.ee/christinadarbyrealtyYoutube:www.youtube.com/channel/UCRWQRpaC8MevJ9bMJfu7TvASpotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/4OEyIMwecd4LajBjWgus2h

Jessica Rahm, Attorney, Campbell & Brannon shared a lot of great insight from a Closing Attorney perspective on the show. We explored common topics including:*Life changes (estates, divorces)*Boundaries, Surveys*Closings Logistics during Covid*Title Insurance*What's trending in the marketCONNECT WITH CHRISTINAFollow me on Instagram:www.instagram.com/christina.darby.realty/Blog/Home Search/Great Tips:https://linktr.ee/christinadarbyrealtyYoutube:www.youtube.com/channel/UCRWQRpaC8MevJ9bMJfu7TvASpotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/4OEyIMwecd4LajBjWgus2h

Sandee Burnham, Managing Broker, Atlanta Communities stopped by the show today! Sandee shared an in depth look at the current market trends happening in area and provided some great insight for Buyers & Sellers. Here are a few topics we chatted about:☑️ Current real estate market⁠☑️ Earnest Money ⁠☑️ ⁠Due Diligence vs Right to Inspect⁠☑️ ⁠⁠Loan Contingencies/Appraisal process⁠☑️ ⁠⁠What's trending in the market?⁠CONNECT WITH CHRISTINAFollow me on Instagram:www.instagram.com/christina.darby.realty/Blog/Home Search/Great Tips:https://linktr.ee/christinadarbyrealtyYoutube:www.youtube.com/channel/UCRWQRpaC8MevJ9bMJfu7TvASpotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/4OEyIMwecd4LajBjWgus2h

Nancy Wells, The Wells Agency - Allstate Insurance was able to join the show and had a great discussion in regard to the traditional homeowner's insurance policy as well other questions that arise when looking for a home or when owning one.*Roofs, Pools, Plumbing, Trees, Water Backup and more....CONNECT WITH CHRISTINAFollow me on Instagram:www.instagram.com/christina.darby.realty/Blog/Home Search/Great Tips:https://linktr.ee/christinadarbyrealtyYoutube:www.youtube.com/channel/UCRWQRpaC8MevJ9bMJfu7TvASpotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/4OEyIMwecd4LajBjWgus2h

Sara Dearing, Homestar Financial joined the show today and provided great insight on home mortgages. What a great overview and insight to the mortgage world. Here are few topics we chatted about:☑️ Buying a Home? Where to Start?☑️ What's reviewed on a mortgage application?☑️ Types of Loans? & Rates?☑️ What is a down payment?☑️ What are closing costs & prepaids?☑️ Things NOT to do while under contract.☑️ What is currently trending in the market?⁠CONNECT WITH CHRISTINAFollow me on Instagram:www.instagram.com/christina.darby.realty/Blog/Home Search/Great Tips:https://linktr.ee/christinadarbyrealtyYoutube:www.youtube.com/channel/UCRWQRpaC8MevJ9bMJfu7TvASpotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/4OEyIMwecd4LajBjWgus2h

Keri Smith, Choice Home Warranty joined me on the show today and had a great overview and discussion about home warranties. Here are a few topics that we chatted about:☑️ What is a home warranty?⁠⁠☑️ Why should I invest in a home warranty?⁠⁠☑️ Who can purchase a home warranty? When? ⁠⁠☑️ Pricing/Plans?⁠⁠☑️ What is the most common warranty calls/claims? ⁠⁠☑️ When is it a home warranty vs insurance claim?⁠⁠☑️ Things to be mindful of in this market.⁠⁠☑️ What is currently trending in the market?⁠⁠CONNECT WITH CHRISTINAFollow me on Instagram:www.instagram.com/christina.darby.realty/Blog/Home Search/Great Tips:https://linktr.ee/christinadarbyrealtyYoutube:www.youtube.com/channel/UCRWQRpaC8MevJ9bMJfu7TvASpotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/4OEyIMwecd4LajBjWgus2h

Christina Adams, Attorney, Hartman Law joined the show to discuss some common legal terms and situations happening in the world of real estate. We also chatted about: ⁠☑️ Survey, Encroachments, Easements ⁠⁠☑️ Title Insurance⁠⁠☑️ Life Changes (Estates, Divorce, Power of Attorney) & more....⁠⁠☑️ What is currently trending in the market?⁠⁠CONNECT WITH CHRISTINAFollow me on Instagram:www.instagram.com/christina.darby.realty/Blog/Home Search/Great Tips:https://linktr.ee/christinadarbyrealtyYoutube:www.youtube.com/channel/UCRWQRpaC8MevJ9bMJfu7TvASpotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/4OEyIMwecd4LajBjWgus2h

I had Allen Seigler, Realtor join the show and we had a great discussion about what's currently happening in both the Athens and Atlanta, GA markets.⁠☑️ Real Estate Market (Greater Athens & Atlanta areas)☑️ Housing Inventory☑️ Average Sales Prices☑️ How to be more marketable as a Buyer?☑️ Trends in the MarketCONNECT WITH CHRISTINAFollow me on Instagram:www.instagram.com/christina.darby.realty/Blog/Home Search/Great Tips:https://linktr.ee/christinadarbyrealtyYoutube:www.youtube.com/channel/UCRWQRpaC8MevJ9bMJfu7TvASpotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/4OEyIMwecd4LajBjWgus2h

Jeff Glassmeyer, Certified Home Inspectors joins me, Christina Darby, Realtor and we discuss why home inspections are an important piece of the home buying process. Also highlight on:* Why you should research Home Inspectors?* What does a general home inspection include?* What's the average cost? Length of time?* What are common items that may appear on a home inspection?* Specialized inspections? (i.e. Roofing, Termite, Structural Engineer, Septic, Radon)CONNECT WITH CHRISTINAFollow me on Instagram:www.instagram.com/christina.darby.realty/Blog/Home Search/Great Tips:https://linktr.ee/christinadarbyrealtyYoutube:www.youtube.com/channel/UCRWQRpaC8MevJ9bMJfu7TvASpotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/4OEyIMwecd4LajBjWgus2h