Billie Atkinson

"Nationally Recognized Top Agent"
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Billie Atkinson, in Omaha, NE
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About Me
I am in the Top 5% of all area Real Estate Agents and National recognized as a top North American Agent.
Let me help you make the right move !
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""When it's time to sell, I will call Billie !" "My Husband didn't want me to call a Realtor, after meeting Billie he is cured" Susan"
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Oscar, Home Seller in Omaha

How do I get people in to see my town home???

Asked Thu Sep 4 2008, 10:40 by Oscar  -  Omaha  -  Home Selling  -  9 answers
Billie Atkinson answered:
Oscar,

You need to price your townhome well below the price of a new Triton...New car vs. used car is the best way to look at it. Buyer's will flock for a deal on a Triton. If priced too close to new, they will opt for the new townhome. Your unit is fully assessed so also no tax break for the buyer.

Billie - Thu Sep 4 2008, 16:11
Todd, Home Buyer in Omaha

What are the average total monthly costs for an Omaha home?

Asked Thu Jul 31 2008, 20:22 by Todd  -  Omaha  -  Home Buying  -  2 answers
Billie Atkinson answered:
If you have an interest date of 7% and a loan of 100,000. The principle and interest is 700.00 per month.
You will need to add in taxes and insurance. Depending on the mill levy and the county value, add another
3%. Now we are at approx. $1,000 per month. If you do not have 20% down, you will have a monthly charge PMI (private mortgage insurance) approx .75% of the loan amount divided by 12 months, about $63.00 a month. So you are at $1,063.00 a month. Roughly closing costs are around 3%. You may also need 3% down depending on your loan and credit score. This is not exact but close.
Hope this helps....

Billlie - Thu Jul 31 2008, 20:50
C Casey, Just Looking in Omaha

we are thinking of selling our home, however it has more square footage and is higher quality than the homes

Asked Fri Jul 25 2008, 07:58 by C Casey  -  Omaha  -  Home Selling  -  12 answers
Billie Atkinson answered:
You have the best advice to get your home sold. Price it for your neighborhood. Buyer's don't like to buy the most expensive home in a neighborhood so be careful with your price. - Fri Jul 25 2008, 12:09
Peter G. Eva…, Home Seller in Omaha

How can we attract more interest for our property? Are we doing something wrong?

Asked Mon Jul 14 2008, 12:02 by Peter G. Eva…  -  Omaha  -  Home Selling  -  18 answers
Billie Atkinson answered:
You have a very nice home. The average sale price for your area is 71K. There are homes less and more than yours. Hang in there for another 10 days and see how it goes. If you are anxious to move the home, than reduce again. I have sellers who purchased new homes 7-8 years ago and are selling below their purchase price. They added fences, finished basements and other nice features with zero return.
So few buyers and so many homes. - Mon Jul 14 2008, 19:14
Presentation on the MLS is your number 1 selling tool. How does your home look ? does it make a buyer want to see your home ? Young buyer's select their homes from the internet. Very internet savy.
No more I can offer without your address to view the home to provide additional feedback.. - Mon Jul 14 2008, 14:44
Great information already. Many would be happy to look at your listing here in Omaha and give you our opinion. Am sure you have a great Realtor ! - Mon Jul 14 2008, 12:24
Todd, Home Buyer in Omaha

I want to buy my first home, but we have minimal savings for a down payment. What are our first steps?

Asked Tue Jul 8 2008, 18:17 by Todd  -  Omaha  -  Home Buying  -  4 answers
Billie Atkinson answered:
Thanks Ken for the response. They are tough here in Nebraska on gifting from a buyer so may be best to consult the local lenders.

Sincerely,

Billie - Tue Jul 8 2008, 21:39
There are programs for first time buyer's. Go with a good local lender to get preapproved. They can recommend the best loan that meets your needs. That is always your first step. If unsure, your Realtor can set up a meeting with a great lender to begin the process. After that, you know what you need and can afford and are ready to go shopping for your perfect home. This is a great time to buy !. Let me know if you need help.

Sincerly,

Billie - Tue Jul 8 2008, 18:28
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Specialties
Omaha is known as a 20 minute town so is easy to get around. Buyer's have so many areas they can consider. I specialize in residential properties. 80% of my business is new construction and surburban residental homes.
Experience
Latest:
Realtor, GRI, BA for NP Dodge
I started in Real Estate in 2003. I was the Top new Agent my first year (2004). My business is growing fast and now am in the Top 5% (2007). I am on track to move to the Top 2-3% for 2008 ! Thanks to my great referrals from past clients.
October 2003—present
Certifications & Awards
Top New Agent 2004
Top 7% of all area agents for 2006
Top 5% of all area agents for 2007
Nationally Recognized as a top Real Estate Agent
Graduate Realto's Institute.
Top Monthly Sales Agent Awards (to many to list !)
Interests
Work, work, work, ....I really love what I do !
Other interests include family, travel and of course shopping !
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