James Darling

"james.darling@era.com"

I'm a:	Real Estate Professional
Company:	ERA John Gray Realty
Location:	Orange Park Green Cove Springs Fleming Island Middleburg
Phone:	(904) 252-7212

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We may have to relocate due to my husbands job. My house is estimated to be worth 173k. I owe 168k. What?

Asked Sat Feb 16 2008, 13:20 by Michele - 32738 - Home Selling - 7 answers

James Darling answered:

Being a retired Navy Chief I do understand your situation. Relocating due to a job does not put you in to much control of negotiation. But like Don said, you may be able to spruce up your home and make it more sellable than the house down the block. I believe what is very important is curb appeal. Your home has about 7 seconds to make a great first impression on a potential buyer and that is typically when a buyer drives up. Also, make sure the house is clutter free. Take family pictures off of the wall, I think a big MUST. Let them imagine there family photos on the wall. It will give them the ability to see them living in your home. While doing all of this, do not spend to much money, as you know, you don't have to much room in making a profit, if in fact you have a correct estimate of what your home is worth. - Sun Feb 17 2008, 16:54

I am a new home buyer- should I wait until next spring to buy?

Asked Sun Nov 25 2007, 17:30 by Tara - 32256 - Home Buying - 10 answers

James Darling answered:

I agree with the others on now being a good time to buy. I try to put myself into the shoes of the buyer and if I was to look at when to buy, it would be when I find that house that feels like my home. If you wait and pass up these homes just to save a few $$, you may find yourself in a home that you really will not be happy with but you may save money. Which would you want? So if you find the house that feels like a home to you and your family, GRAB IT. Your will be happier in the long run and maybe you will get a great deal, if not you still win. - Sun Feb 17 2008, 16:29

How Should a buyer choose an agent ?

Asked Fri Jan 25 2008, 13:25 by Ramona - San Mateo - Home Buying - 10 answers

James Darling answered:

Finding a good agent is just one piece to the puzzle. You could find a great agent but your personalities may clash and your communication between each other may not be a good mix. There are all types of agents out there. Ones that will guide you through every step and on the other spectrum you may have an agent that only wants to talk with you when they have information for you. Yes you do need to interview with agents to find the one that best fits your personality. Also, do not underestimate a new agent. What they do lack in experience, they make up in hunger to be a great agent and bend over backwards to do the best for you. - Sun Feb 17 2008, 16:14

Large military family relocating to Jacksonville, need help!

Asked Sat Jan 12 2008, 17:29 by Brenna - Orange Park - Home Buying - 5 answers

James Darling answered:

Hello, I am James Darling with ERA John Gray Realty in Orange Park. I am a retired Navy Chief and Know what you are dealing with, to have to move and trust someone that you have never met to help you get into something that will fit for now or for awhile till you get to know the area a little better. I can help you if you wish. Please contact me when you can at 904-252-7212 or email me at james.darling@era.com. Hope to hear from you soon. - Sun Feb 17 2008, 15:22

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