https://youtu.be/SE47EL6i6mY?si=NvwmJXJN8VSfTAK8 By Chris Matthews (and Blu!) Let's talk about preparing your home and selling your home if you have pets. Deodorize The most important thing that I see as a Listing Partner on Team Callahan is to remove any smell that your home might have because of your pets. Think dog pets, litter boxes, etc. If you do have a lingering odor, you definitely want to deodorize that or consider using an ozone machine along with a deep cleaning. Smells can be off-putting to potential buyers and we don't want that. Remove Any Signs of Your Pet Additionally, I highly ..read more

https://youtu.be/SE47EL6i6mY?si=NvwmJXJN8VSfTAK8 By Chris Matthews (and Blu!) Let's talk about preparing your home and selling your home if you have pets. Deodorize The most important thing that I see as a Listing Partner on Team Callahan is to remove any smell that your home might have because of your pets. Think dog pets, litter boxes, etc. If you do have a lingering odor, you definitely want to deodorize that or consider using an ozone machine along with a deep cleaning. Smells can be off-putting to potential buyers and we don't want that. Remove Any Signs of Your Pet Additionally, I highly ..read more

We had a BLAST at our annual Bananas, Baseball, and Beer event at the Savannah Bananas! We love a good party and boy do the Bananas know how to throw one. The party deck was full and we loved every minute of it. Thank you to everyone who came out to our Client Appreciation night and a special thanks to our amazing sponsors First Coast Mortgage, Rountree Brady Insurance, and Rubnitz, Thompson, & Ziblut. Check out the full gallery of photos below ..read more

By Russ Strazzella The past two blog articles we covered the beginning steps to becoming a home buyer and we are going to finish up with the last remaining steps! If you missed our past blogs, click HERE to read them! Now let’s dive right in. In the previous blogs we've talked about getting your financial strategy in place, hiring a realtor, going out and looking at homes, writing a killer offer, and ultimately landing under contract. There are a few more things that have to happen before you get the keys to your house. Due Diligence Period Right after you go under contract you are ..read more

By Russ Strazzella Last week we covered the very first steps that you want to take to become a home buyer and this week we are going to cover the next steps you should take. If you missed our blog from last week, click HERE to read it! Now let's dive right in. Now that you've decided that moving/buying a house was the right decision and you have figured out a financial strategy, your next step is going to be to hire a realtor. Find a Realtor That You LOVE There are going to be many characteristics that you are going to look for in the realtor that you choose. Things like experience, personali ..read more

By Russ Strazzella Are you thinking about purchasing your first home but not sure where to start? Or are you purchasing your second or third home and just need a refresher on the steps to take? The steps are pretty general and we are going to go over the beginning steps of the process. There are two things that you need to consider when starting the home buying process, No. 1 does this new home fit your lifestyle No. 2 does it make financial sense. Keep those in mind. Does this New Home Fit Our Lifestyle? Why is it you're considering buying a home? Are you getting out of a rental, is your cur ..read more

Driftwood Beach, Jekyll Island Are you looking for a little weekend getaway or escape from good ole Savannah? Savannah is an amazing city but it is fun to get out and explore all that the lowcountry has to offer! Luckily Savannah is located close to a ton of hidden gems, perfect for a day trip or even a little weekend getaway. Need to occupy the kids over summer break? Tybee Island, GA Distance from Savannah: 17 miles ~ 30 minute drive Tybee Island is a quick drive from Downtown Savannah, making it a great day trip. The island has lots to offer, including beaches, boat tours, restaurants and s ..read more

Driftwood Beach, Jekyll Island Are you looking for a little weekend getaway or escape from good ole Savannah? Savannah is an amazing city but it is fun to get out and explore all that the lowcountry has to offer! Luckily Savannah is located close to a ton of hidden gems, perfect for a day trip or even a little weekend getaway. Need to occupy the kids over summer break? Tybee Island, GA Distance from Savannah: 17 miles ~ 30 minute drive Tybee Island is a quick drive from Downtown Savannah, making it a great day trip. The island has lots to offer, including beaches, boat tours, restaurants and s ..read more

By Russ Strazzella Now that it's summer you're probably racking your brain on activities to do with your kids. No worries, as a Dad of two we've pretty much done every kid-friendly activity here in Savannah. There is so many things you can do, and most of them will not break the bank! So let's dive right in. Exhilarate and DEFY These are two awesome indoor trampoline parks/activity zones where the kids can go and get all their energy out. They is a ton of stuff to do to keep them occupied and for you parents waiting there are food and drinks! Georgia State Railroad Museum This Museum is super ..read more

By Shannee Theus There are a ton of things to do once your close on your new home and we are going to focus on the 3 most important things. These are high priority and you should aim to get them done as soon as possible because it is in your best interest for your safety. So let's dive right in! #1 Change Your Locks! This is something you might not think of, especially if there is nothing wrong with your locks. However, it is important to change your locks because you do not know who has a spare key to the house from the previous owners. You do not know how many spare keys are floating around ..read more