Sam L Pugh III, Realtor

06/01/2024

1561 Darnell Dr
Open House 1-3
$1995/mo come check it out

11/13/2021

Fitness is closer than you think - especially when you’re getting in shape in your home gym. Here are some ideas for creating your ideal workout space.

Skipping the gym in favor of home workouts is a viable option for getting in shape during the coronavirus outbreak– with or without equipment and a dedicated space. All it takes is a green light from your doctor, a well-rounded routine, and some dedication to taking care of your body. Here a five ...

11/11/2021

Congratulations! Your house is under contract. Now learn about the avalanche of paperwork and tasks that lead to a successful closing.

The moment a sales contract is signed, the clock begins ticking for both buyer and seller to fulfil contractual obligations. The seller must provide important documents to the buyer. Many, but not all, of these items are procured by the title company or attorney hired to facilitate the transaction.

11/09/2021

Before you lower the asking price of your home, consider these important factors.

If your house has been up for sale for two months — or longer — without a nibble of interest, it’s probably time to ask yourself some tough questions. What causes a house to languish on the market and when should you lower the price? Pinpoint the problem. With a Comparative Market Analysis or ...

11/07/2021

Need a good heating and air conditioning contractor to get your system in shape before selling your house? Here’s how to pick a pro that’ll do the job right.

You’ve decided to sell your home, which means it’s time to have your heating and air conditioning system checked one last time before closing. Or perhaps you need to do repairs as part of a sales contract agreement. Or maybe your house has reached the age at which a new, more energy efficient sy...

11/06/2021

Loads of clothes and not a closet in sight? Here are simple solutions for storing your wardrobe.

Walk-in closets are a perennial favorite among home buyers. But older homes and small townhouses and condos may have only small closets — or worse — no closets at all in some rooms. While not ideal, lack of closet space is not an insurmountable obstacle. Once you’ve paired down your wardrobe t...

11/04/2021

Friend or foe? What does the HOA mean to you as a homeowner?

Homeowners associations provoke strong emotions. Depending on who you ask, they are viewed as either the neighborhood’s protector of home values or, in some cases, a small group of residents who take community rule enforcement to the extreme. What is an HOA and why do they exist? Simply put, an HO...

11/02/2021

What do a caulk gun and luxury bath soap have in common? They're both tools for transforming your bathroom into an oasis.

It’s probably no surprise that when we scoured surveys of people’s favorite rooms, their bathrooms didn’t top the list. Most people want their bathrooms sparkling clean with a spa-like feel, but that can be a challenge with this utilitarian space. Whether you’re planning on selling or stayin...

10/31/2021

There’s a bidding war on your house. Should you grab the highest price and celebrate? Maybe not. Here’s how to choose the actual best offer.

Most home sellers can only dream of a bidding war on their houses. But in a brisk market, sellers with an attractive home in a great location can find themselves entertaining multiple offers. Is the highest offer always the best offer? Not so fast. Do your homework. At the very start, meet with your...

10/30/2021

Are you shivering at the thought of winter’s arrival? Learn how to stay warm and cozy with these sure-fire tips.

As fall fades from the calendar, it’s time to get your house in shape for winter. From annual furnace inspections to protecting your outside faucets and pipes, here’s a handy to-do list to keep everyone in your family warm and dry until spring. Schedule an inspection of your furnace in the early...

10/28/2021

Water damage to your home can be expensive and time consuming to fix. Here’s what you need to know to keep the inside of your home dry.

Throughout your house, key construction materials — things like flashing and weather stripping — work to keep rain and moisture from coming inside. As a homeowner, it’s your job to keep those materials well maintained to protect the integrity of your home. Here’s what you need to know. Roof....

10/26/2021

Once you find the perfect house, be just as diligent seeking out the right mortgage. Keep reading - it could save you thousands.

It’s important to shop for the perfect place to call home, but don’t forget to shop around for the best financing, too. The quality of the terms of your mortgage can mean a difference of tens of thousands of dollars over the life of the loan. Here are a few tips on finding the best …