Call Cleve Atlanta Radio Show

In this segment, I discuss a Realtor.com article talking about The Best Time to List: The Week of April 10-16, and answer a listener question asking, "We are TOTALLY exhausted with house hunting. It seems that we spend hours looking at homes online but by the time we get to see them, there are multiple offers and we lose in a bidding war. What are we doing wrong? Are there specific steps to take BEFORE we go out with our realtor?"

In this segment, I am joined by Alex Newton, Inspection Specialist at Northwest Exterminating, to talk about What is a Termite Bond? The difference between Repair/Retreat and Retreat only? Why is it important to have a termite inspection when buying a home? Who pays for it? What is a GA Wood Infestation report? Are Termite Bonds worth the cost? Are termites common in GA and why?

In this segment, I have the Metro Atlanta Real Estate Update for the last 7 days, something you should know about Metro Atlanta; Monadnocks in Atlanta?, and answer a listener questions asking, "We moved to the Atlanta area last Fall from up North and very rarely used our AC system there. Now that the weather is starting to get warmer and I am SURE that our AC will take a beating here in the summer heat, how do I know that it is working as it should BEFORE we run into an issue?"

In this segment, our Neighborhood Spotlight features Peachtree Station in Peachtree Corners, Why Can’t Rivian, a start up EV company, sell its vehicles in GA?, and answer a listener question asking, "It seems that there are a lot of homes listed on the market through Zillow, Open Door and OfferPad. Aren’t these considered “flipped homes” and what should we look out for if we find a home that has been flipped by one of these or an investor?"

Michael Crew, CEO of Homeowner Management Services, joins me to discuss the fallout from the Champlain Towers collapse In Surfside, FL including lenders requesting an up-to-date reserve study, six months of board meeting minutes, and asking questions regarding safety and structural integrity of the buildings.

In this segment, I have the Metro Atlanta Real Estate Update for the last 7 days, coming in at No. 13 out of 21 is Decatur, GA Featured in Southern Living's 2022 South’s Best Small Towns, and answer a listener question asking, "We have owned a rental property for several years, in fact our tenant has been there for 19 years and is now moving out. It was taken care of by the tenant and we maintained it through the years, but what can we do to get it ready for a new tenant?"

In this segment, we have our Neighborhood Spotlight featuring Saint Marlo Country Club, Are We In a Housing Bubble?, and answer a listener question asking, "Yes, we are part of that Pandemic Group who went out and adopted a dog… At least it wasn’t a Great Dane! We already have a cat and are now house hunting and want to make sure we keep their special needs in mind while doing so. Do you have suggestions?"

In this segment, I talk about National Days Celebrated in Early April, have a Spring Cleaning Checklist for Sellers, and answer a listener question asking, "My home sits on almost ten acres and I want to deed part of it to my son and his wife to build their home. Should I get my mortgage lender’s permission to transfer the vacant land? Is there anything else I need to do?"

In this segment, we have our Neighborhood spotlight featuring Royal Lakes in Flowery Branch, I discuss an article about 'How To Navigate a Market Where Multiple Offers Is the New Normal', and answer a listener question asking, "We have owned our 1960’s ranch for a few years and knew we had single-paned windows. Our utility bills seem to keep rising. We know the cost of gas and electricity has gone up but the cost to replace our single pane windows seems outrageous! How do they work and is it really worth the cost?"

In this segment, I answer a listener question asking, "Several members of my family have rented out their homes during The Masters Tournament for many years so I thought it was funny when I heard the term: The Augusta Rule. Exactly what is it and how did it come about?" and discuss an article about how U.S. Mortgage Delinquency Rate Fell to New Low in December 2021.

In this segment, I am joined by Matt Reeves, Exclusive Allstate Agent and Personal Financial Representative, to discuss how with the Increase in Home Values today, does it make sense for a Homeowner to check with you to make sure they are covered?

In this segment, I have the Metro Atlanta Real Estate Update for the February and how it compared to last year, Peachtree Road Farmers Market is back in 2022, and answer a listener question asking, "With the Federal Reserve raising interest rates, we are devastated that our dream home might be out of our reach this year. Exactly how will this affect us this year and should we still look at buying?"

In this segment, I have our Neighborhood Spotlight of Hamilton Township in Kennesaw, What National Day is Celebrated Today? National Backyard Day!, and answer a listener question asking, "It seems that homes now are out of our price range based on our needs, location, and desires for what we want in our home. Although we have good jobs, we fear that we cannot afford a home now."

In this segment, I discuss a Keeping Current Matters article talking about how Global Uncertainty Is Impacting Mortgage Rates and answer a listener question asking, "I keep hearing that it is important to price your home right when listing. WHY? Isn’t it a Seller’s market and aren’t buyers paying WAY above list price? Can’t we just pull a number out of the air and list?"

In this segment, I am joined by Billy Johnson, Chief Operating Officer of Crossover Entertainment Group, Inc for the last 30 years, Avid GoGaddis Real Estate Radio Show Listener, and Past Client to talk about his experience with the Gaddis Group's Rehab & Refresh Program and how much more he made by doing only a few repairs.

In this segment, I discuss what's been happening in the Atlanta Real Estate Market for the last 7 days, 2 Famous Atlanta Cemeteries, and answer a listener question asking, "We read and hear all the time that there are simple staging tips to get your home ready to sell but what are the easiest ones we can do that will make a huge difference? We don’t want to turn buyers off right away."

In this segment, I talk about what has been happening in the Atlanta real estate market for the last 7 days, What are some of the Tallest Buildings in Atlanta?, and answer a listener question asking, "My folks are getting along in years and would prefer to stay in their home for as long as possible. How do we make it as safe for them to continue to live independently or to even get our home ready in case that situation occurs?"

In this segment, I have our Neighborhood Spotlight of Fieldstone Preserve in Cumming and answer a listener question asking, "Homes seem to be flying off the market after what I hear are multiple offers and way above list price. My husband says that we don’t need an agent to sell our home but I am worried we might not get the best deal and may even run into issues that we are not prepared to handle."

In this segment, I discuss an article about The # 1 Reason to Sell Your House Today and answer a listener question asking, "My three kids are considered Millennials and have done well in careers and purchasing their homes before the Pandemic. It seems the housing market is the most competitive it has ever been and I wonder if many in this generation will be able to take advantage of homeownership without taking risks."

In this segment, I am joined by Brett Gordon, CEO of World Class Property Inspections, to talk about the different kinds of black molds and what to do if you think think you find some in your home.