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About Me
Licensed in Mississippi since 1988, I have been active in residential real estate for nearly 20 years. I became a broker in 1990. Throughout the years, I've assisted buyers and sellers and made some lifelong friends. I've had many great experiences in my career, one of which was being selected to appear on HGTV's House Hunters in 2005.
For several years I worked as a Certified Residential Relocation Specialist and assisted clients from many states across the country, and a number from overseas. This was a very rewarding experience and I was able to meet a lot of great families. Many times we used the internet to stay in touch before, during, and after their home purchase.
I am an Accredited Buyer Representative and a Certified Negotiation Specialist.
For several years I worked as a Certified Residential Relocation Specialist and assisted clients from many states across the country, and a number from overseas. This was a very rewarding experience and I was able to meet a lot of great families. Many times we used the internet to stay in touch before, during, and after their home purchase.
I am an Accredited Buyer Representative and a Certified Negotiation Specialist.
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Pat Starnes answered:
Latundia, please contact me about this listing and your credit situation. Do you know the actual status of your credit or are you just assuming your credit is "bad"? Have you been to a lender and asked for assistance in improving your credit score? I would definitely start with a lender and learn the facts, but regardless, if I can help you in a more personal setting, my contact information is on my website, http://PatStarnes.com. Good luck
Pat Starnes answered:
Hi Diane. You may want to check out other real estate sites that offer blogging. Specifically Active Rain. AR is more of an "agent oriented" site whereas Trulia is more "consumer oriented". Your placement on search engines will be positively affected once you begin blogging actively. I started blogging just a few months ago. Although I haven't noticed an increase in business from blogging, my search engine placement, hopefully, will reach more ready willing, and able buyers and sellers.
I am not familiar with Type Pad but will check it out since you mentioned it. Good luck and contact me if you have any questions.
I am not familiar with Type Pad but will check it out since you mentioned it. Good luck and contact me if you have any questions.
Pat Starnes answered:
I recommend you obtain at least three quotes from local insurance agents as rates can vary widely. If you live in a high risk area (known for extreme weather conditions) or have a low credit score, you will pay a higher premium for coverage. Check with both well known national companies as well as an independent agent. To give you a quote, the insurer will need basic information on the property you are buying as well as any past claims you may have had. The agent can explain the types of coverage and deductible choices. It is well advised to ask if there are any exclusions of coverage and to READ your policy once you have obtained homeowners insurance.
Pat Starnes answered:
Hi Cathie. Let's make a couple of assumptions. First, you had your home appraised to give you an idea of what it was worth before placing it on the market for sale. Secondly, you believe your home is valued at more than the appraised price and perhaps the appraiser was just "conservative" in his estimate of value. If this is the case, I would place the property on the market at an agreed upon asking price (after having a new market analysis) and the market will dictate what you can sell for.
The buyer can obtain his own appraisal after you are in contract. The appraisal you have for $280K is yours. You paid for it, and a buyer is not entitled to that information (which is someone else's opinion of value).
Best of luck.
The buyer can obtain his own appraisal after you are in contract. The appraisal you have for $280K is yours. You paid for it, and a buyer is not entitled to that information (which is someone else's opinion of value).
Best of luck.
Pat Starnes answered:
Do you mean if your house is foreclosed on? Insurance proceeds checks are usually made out to both the lender and the borrower, to prevent this situation from occuring.
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Specialties
Specializing in residential real estate in the Rankin County areas of Flowood, Brandon, Pearl, and the Reservoir area, as well as Madison and Ridgeland in Madison County.
Experience
Latest:
Real Estate Broker for McIntosh and Associates
McIntosh and Associates is a boutique, independent real estate company with an excellent reputation among it's peers and the public. I affiliated with them when I transferred from the MS Gulf Coast.
January 2008—present
Previous:
Broker/Owner for Starnes & Associates
I opened Starnes & Associates, a full-service real estate company, in August 2005, three weeks before Hurricane Katrina hit the MS Gulf Coast, and relocated in December 2007 to be closer to family.
August 2005—December 2007
Previous:
Broker Associate for Coldwell Banker Alfonso
During my 7+ years with this franchise, I actively worked with military and corporate transferrees through our Relocation Department, assisted clients throughout the United States and beyond.
June 1998—August 2005
Certifications & Awards
Accredited Buyer Representation
Broker Associate
Certified Negotiation Specialist
Certified Residential Relocation Specialist
Broker Associate
Certified Negotiation Specialist
Certified Residential Relocation Specialist
Interests
My interests include foreclosures and fixer-uppers and investing in real estate for the long haul. I'm constantly looking for the next project. My children live nearby and I enjoy spending special time with my two terrific granddaughters. Being a fun, positive influence with them is one of my greatest pleasures. I enjoy water sports, boating, swimming, and yoga. My newest "hobby" is learning to utilize the internet for maximum exposure for my clients and myself!
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