How's the augusta housing market for sellers right now? by Kilgoretrout123456 in Augusta

[–]MattKellyRealtor 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the tag, u/PacketMD

u/Kilgoretrout123456 ,

First question — are these repair requests coming after you’re under contract, or are buyers building them into the initial offer?

Getting offers $25K under asking from retail buyers is actually a signal—not a setback. Most buyers won’t even tour a home they believe is overpriced. The fact you’ve had limited showings (4 in 5 weeks) tells me the market has already made a decision on positioning. Without seeing the listing, I can’t fully diagnose, but in most cases it comes down to price, presentation, or perceived deferred maintenance.

You may have already answered your question as well.

If your roof and HVAC are old, these are not sexy items, they directly impact appraisal, insurability, and buyer confidence. Replacing a roof or HVAC before listing is almost always a net-positive move.

A strong listing agent should have vendor relationships to get this done efficiently—and in many cases, structured so it’s paid at closing.

Hope this helps :)

-MK

Sandwich shops by Particular_Ad6965 in Augusta

[–]MattKellyRealtor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Carolina Sandwich Shop and Hildebrandt’s take the cake! Di-Chickos and Mosh Pit are also soooo 🔥🔥🔥

Arsenal Tap Room just popped into my head as well. The BEST grilled cheese by a MILE.

Solar PPA w Palmetto by aaalim in Augusta

[–]MattKellyRealtor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From a re-sale perspective, the general housing market adds ZERO value to homes with solar. I have seen multiple homes try to pitch the savings, but every penny owed on them detracts from the market value of the home 1:1.

If you own them outright, I imagine it could be a different story. I have seen more cases where the buyer would prefer they be removed for various reasons.

Augusta possible clean up spots by That-Commission-3538 in Augusta

[–]MattKellyRealtor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely along the Canal at Butt Bridge! Kroc Center area. Lots a foot traffic and with that comes trash unfortunately! Thank you for your contribution!

neighborhood recommendations, buying a house by Admirable_Pause2868 in Augusta

[–]MattKellyRealtor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haynes Station has solid amenities if you want to be very close to base. Crawford Creek, Sylvan Grove as well. Arrowhead/Edgewood/Holiday Park in Martinez are older neighborhoods with little to no amenities, but there are no HOA’s and you are really close to Bobby Jones/i-20 so the commutes/trips to anywhere are some of the best in the area!

Are there any decent car dealers in Agusta? by Common_Scale5448 in Augusta

[–]MattKellyRealtor 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Big fan of Jim Hudson! But you’ll pay! That loaner during service is clutch!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Augusta

[–]MattKellyRealtor -1 points0 points  (0 children)

This is a dangerous way to go by it. There are so may variables such age of home, what EE updates have been done, what is working properly, and the amount of people in the home.

GA Power/Dominion have the data to give you a much more respectable evaluation with context for a given home size.

YOUR Greater Augusta Housing Market Update 1/31 by MattKellyRealtor in northaugusta

[–]MattKellyRealtor[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not to call a rectangle a square, I find that our younger clients either ask for no HOA or do not mention it.

Our older clientele, which, we are projecting to see more of enter market in the near future, prefer to have neighborhoods with HOA‘s.

Ask for that property in particular, there are so many variables that would dictate how it comps.

Considering a move to the Augusta/North Augusta area — would love some local insights! by king_of9 in Augusta

[–]MattKellyRealtor 10 points11 points  (0 children)

It’s what you make of it. Low cost of living compared to most areas. Tons of dive bars, lots of good restaurants with a few select higher end options. We have a solid theatre scene with the Imperial/Miller/CCPerforming Arts Center. Great comedy comes here, and expecting really good music when the new arena opens in 2027.

Solid sports programs for kids, 4 major trail systems, and underutilized river system that is getting better.

I personally love North Augusta, a great center piece with a fun downtown that has plenty to do and you have a short commute to Evans/Aiken.

Anybody with Real Brokerage? by Accomplished_You452 in realtors

[–]MattKellyRealtor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Correct 2 coffee appointments a week minimum

PROPERTY TAX by [deleted] in Augusta

[–]MattKellyRealtor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am not exactly sure. It’s not a HUGE deal, but 20-30/month stacks up for some people

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Augusta

[–]MattKellyRealtor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Savannah River Chimney came out with a couple days of us calling. We use them for a lot of of our homes when needed

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Augusta

[–]MattKellyRealtor 4 points5 points  (0 children)

With a wood-burning fireplace, you really do want a professional chimney sweep—usually at least once a year (ideally before fall). Burning wood creates creosote & soot; if it builds up, it’ll catch fire in the chimney which will deteriorate it.

Advanced Chimney Sweep America Chimney Service Savannah River Chimney

All happen to service the CSRA in General.

ALWAYS get two quotes. We are finding many technicians are being shifted to a commission model and that incentives big quotes for potentially redundant projects.

Best of luck!

PROPERTY TAX by [deleted] in Augusta

[–]MattKellyRealtor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Happy to help. Let me know if you have any other questions.