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Can We Rename Short Sales?

By Dwayne Hicks | March 20, 2010 |

I have been a part of several “short sales” in the past couple of years and I think it’s time to rename them. First the only thing short about them is the price is “short of payoff”. They are actually a pretty long process. When I think of something being called short, I think of…

A Immaculate Town Home In Carrollton, GA

By Dwayne Hicks | March 20, 2010 |

Ready for you to move in!

Give Back

By Dwayne Hicks | March 19, 2010 |

I recently made a brief report from a Georgia Association of Realtors (GAR) Committee that I serve on. The report was made to fellow REALTORS in our area. At the end of the report I challenged everyone to give back to our profession. I serve on this state committee because it serves our profession. I…

Sun Is Always Shining

By Dwayne Hicks | March 18, 2010 |

The sun finally came out today! I must say it seems like forever since we’ve had a day full of sunshine. Our weather pattern has definitely be mostly cloudy. I was reminded though that the sun is even shining when the clouds here are dark. I guess it all begins with our attitude. Our perspective…

Realtors Serve The Community

By Dwayne Hicks | March 17, 2010 |

I love my job. I enjoy serving people. My favorite clients are first-time home buyers as I get to take the time to teach them the process. I love seeing the “light bulb” come on! Serving people is a very rewarding and fulfilling experience. I’m thankful that being a Realtor offers me the opportunity to…

Spring Curb Appeal Ideas!

By Dwayne Hicks | March 15, 2010 |

Springtime Curb Appeal Springtime can present many difficulties when it comes to curb appeal. For many areas of the country, this time of year means brown lawns, leafless bushes and trees, and a depressing lack of color. Yes, we have the hope of the color splashes and lush landscapes that go hand in hand with…

Fools Rush In

By Dwayne Hicks | March 15, 2010 |

I was showing property yesterday and after looking at four properties, we kept going back to the one that my clients really want. The problem is that it might not be able to close before the tax credit deadline (under contract by April 30 and close by June 30, 2010). My client said, “I’d love…

I Love Sunday's!

By Dwayne Hicks | March 14, 2010 |

I love Sunday! It’s a crazy day generally speaking. My family and I attend church at Southern Hills Christian Church on Hwy. 113 in Carrollton. I lead worship there a couple times each month. I thoroughly enjoy spending time with my church family. I also enjoy Sunday lunch – often at my in-laws home. I…

Reward For Responsiblity

By Dwayne Hicks | March 10, 2010 |

Now Is STILL the time to buy. Home buyer tax credits are a good thing!

A New Normal

By Dwayne Hicks | March 10, 2010 |

I had the opportunity to attend a Board of Realtors luncheon yesterday, February 17 where our honorable Senator Johnny Isackson was the guest speaker. He is a very humble yet articulate and sharp individual. He spoke at great length at the state of our economic situation here in the US and how Real Estate is…