How We’re Handling the Health Crisis

Although the current real estate environment might be worrisome for buyers and sellers, rest assured that we can still help you succeed in achieving your real estate goals. Here’s how.

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Today we’re discussing some of the more serious issues going on in real estate due to the health crisis. Before the pandemic, we were cruising along in an energetic market, but that has decreased noticeably in the current climate.

At our offices, we’re closed to walk-in traffic and have limited what staff can be there. Some of these things create a bit of anxiety for our clients or those considering buying or selling. We want to allay some of that uneasiness today. To learn more about what we can do for you during these uncertain times, watch the video above.
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We Can Help You Protest Your Property’s Assessed Value

If you were alarmed at your home’s assessed value on this year’s property taxes, we can help remedy the situation. Here’s what you need to know.

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Just about a week ago, I started getting a lot of phone calls from homeowners who had recently received their property tax assessments in the mail. Many are confused about the huge increase they have seen in their home’s assessed value over the past year. If you're in the same boat, it’s time to get in touch with the assessor’s office to see about protesting your assessed value.

If you have a home that we’ve taken a look at in the past or want us to give you a CMA of what your home is worth in today’s market, we can use that to support a lower value. You can also give me a call and I’ll be happy to send you some comps as well. That’s my offer to you. Even though we’re extremely busy, we’re always happy to help whenever we can. 

The right information is out there, but the county assessor isn’t using it.

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The county assessor’s office doesn't take the uniqueness of your home into account, especially here in the Outer Banks. If your property’s value went up by $150,000, like some have, that’s not right. We’ve had a lot of sales over the last few years that the assessor should be able to see and factor into their estimation, but it doesn’t always work out that way.

It’s because they’re not using that information on their values. They’re using an algorithm that doesn’t take everything into account. We can help you use the information that they aren’t using to get a fair market value for your home.

If you need help or have any questions at all, don’t hesitate to reach out via phone or email. I look forward to hearing from you.
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What Brandi Ward Brings to Colony Realty

I have another exclusive interview to share with you. Today I’m sitting down with Brandi Ward, our team’s sales assistant.

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Today I’m interviewing Colony Realty’s super sales assistant, Brandi Ward. Brandi will talk about her background and what she brings to the table as a sales assistant. We’re excited for 2020, and having Brandi on board is a big reason why.

Cited below for your convenience are timestamps that will direct you to various points in the video. Feel free to watch it in its entirety or use these timestamps to browse specific points at your leisure: 

0:45—Brandi’s previous experience working on a real estate team in Virginia
1:48—Her former role in the sales department and onboarding process
2:50—Why be a part of Colony Realty?
4:10—Her transition to a more permanent role
4:30—Wrapping things up

As always, if you have questions about what we discussed today or any other real estate topic, don’t hesitate to reach out to me. I’d be happy to help.
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