The John Cook Group

I help my family grow by working FULL TIME as a professional REALTOR with Keller Williams Realty Community Partners. Wife Corrie, Sons Caleb and Coleman!

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Happy Memorial Day, friends! I hope you’ll join me today in putting on the red, white, and blue to remember those who gave their lives so we can live in the land of the free. ⁣

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Now accepting questions of all types: general, specific, open-ended, rapid-fire, skeptical, innocent, direct, delicate, trivial, creepy, and philosophical. None are off-limits!⁣

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They say the kitchen is the heart of a home, but it can also be the headache of the home if it’s not organized and maintained, am I right?

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Buying a home is a numbers game, but it’s also an emotional game. That’s why from the get-go, I encourage buyers to only consider homes they can confidently afford. ⁣

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Getting an offer in 2022? Not too hard.⁣
By-passing obstacles that could derail said offer? A smidge harder. Sellers these days need to watch out for obstacles like:⁣
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Buyer financing falling through…on closing day.⁣
Appraisal discrepancies.⁣..

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Who doesn’t want to own a weekend getaway spot with the freedom to rent it out when they’re not there? The real question is: Are short-term rentals a profitable strategy? ⁣
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The short answer is yes!

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Bring it in, buyers and sellers. I know you’re probably feeling a little anxious, scattered, and unsettled about what’s ahead. ⁣

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Today, I’m taking the bull by the horns, biting the bullet, taking the plunge, meeting head-on—however, you want to say it—one of the industry’s loudest objections: Why hire an agent if I can sell my home on my own?⁣

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In all your HGTV watching and Instagram scrolling, surely you've done it. I know I have. You’ve daydreamed about your next home—what features you’d be willing to check at the front door and what would be your line in the sand non-negotiables. ⁣

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Summa-time is a great time to change up the style and feel of your home. Bring in some easy, breezy vibes with these summer design trends hot for 2022: ⁣

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You made a killer offer, and the sellers are on board. There’s just one hiccup. They need to hang around town for several more months. You don’t want to lose the house, and you’re willing to be flexible. The solution? A leaseback. ⁣

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Sell or rent. Sell or rent. Sell or rent. Feel like you’re going round and round and can’t decide? Good news! I’m here to help with a handy, dandy pro-con list.

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After two long years of doing everything at home, it’s time for you to reclaim your favorite rooms and transform them back into spaces of refuge, retreat, and sanctuary far away from the hustle and bustle. Here’s what that looks like:⁣

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Don’t buy alone this spring! Download these five top-rated apps to help you buy, move, decorate, and budget like a boss! ⁣
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You know it’s time to sell, but if you’re honest, there’s a part of you that’s totally bummed. You adore your home. After all, there’s SO much to love—the high ceilings, the dedicated office, the oh-so-private backyard... I’ve got a seller tip that’ll help!

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You’ve got your eye on a location and neighborhood that is PERFECT for your family. Your only hangup? The homes are still under construction. No problem! Turn that hangup into a “Heck ya!” with a few questions to ask before buying new construction: ⁣

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"The very fact that you worry about being a good mom means that you are." Jodi Picoult⁣
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No matter how you’re celebrating this Mother's Day, I hope you have a wonderful weekend filled with the people you love the most. ⁣

#happymothersday

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Enneagram. If you know, you know. If you don't, you should. (Seriously. Google it, take an assessment, and then come back to see how your Enneagram may help guide your home search.) ⁣
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Know your type already? Here’s what it says about your next home:⁣

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The school year may be winding down, but that doesn’t mean all the grades are in! Today - POP QUIZ! Don't worry. I’ll go easy on you. It’s just TRUE or FALSE:⁣

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Buyer FAQ: What is a rent-to-own property? ⁣