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Should I sell my house before I buy the next one?
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Should I sell my house before I buy the next one?

For most people, sell first. Selling first tells you exactly what you can spend and makes your offer far stronger, because an offer that depends on...

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How Long Does It Take to Sell a House in Atlanta?
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How Long Does It Take to Sell a House in Atlanta?

Budget about three to four months from the day you call an agent to the day you hand over keys. Roughly two to three weeks to prepare and photograp...

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How Much Does It Cost to Sell a House in Georgia?
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How Much Does It Cost to Sell a House in Georgia?

Plan on roughly seven to ten percent of the sale price in total selling costs, with commission as the largest single piece. The rest is Georgia tra...

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Should I Sell My House As Is in Atlanta?

You can, but understand what the words actually mean. In Georgia, as is does not excuse you from disclosing known material defects, and it does not...

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Glennda Baker advises sellers never to cut the kitchen before listing.
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What should I fix before selling my house in Atlanta?

Fix the things that make a house feel neglected, not the things that make it feel new. Paint, light, landscaping, hardware, deferred maintenance, a...

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Glennda Baker advises “No” to replacing a roof before listing a house.
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Should I Replace My Roof Before Selling My House in Atlanta?

In most cases, no. You will rarely get your money back on a full roof replacement, and buyers do not pay a premium for a roof they expected to be ...

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Maybe it's TOO LATE

I am ready to bet you my entire 2026 income that I am right about this... Buckle up, Buttercup, because I am about to get real with you.

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You Can’t Lead Looking in the Rearview Mirror
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You Can’t Lead Looking in the Rearview Mirror

In business, and in life, forward momentum is everything. But too many professionals spend more time replaying what went wrong than strategizing wh...

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The Real Deal on Housing Affordability, with a model house and stacks of coins.
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The Real Deal on Housing Affordability

Let’s talk about the elephant in the room, affordability. In 2020, the median home price was $329,000. In 2025, it’s $416,900. That’s a 27% jump in...

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Seven Smart Moves Every New Homeowner Should Make
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Seven Smart Moves Every New Homeowner Should Make

You did it, you closed on your new home! The ink is dry, the keys are in your hand, and you’re already dreaming about that first dinner party.

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Maintenance isn’t an upgrade: know the difference before you sell; wrench and pliers beside a handwritten maintenance label.
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Maintenance Isn’t an Upgrade, Know the Difference Before You Sell

You just spent thousands on a new roof, a new HVAC, and fresh appliances, and now you’re ready to list your home.

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Stop Trying to Go Viral… Start Adding Value — Glennda Baker, Sugar & Spice Real Estate Advice, Column 1022.
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Stop Trying to Go Viral… Start Adding Value

Let’s be real, not every viral real estate video equals success.

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Article graphic on boomers not selling, with an older couple and dog outside a home.
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The Real Reason Boomers Aren’t Selling (And Why It’s Stalling the Market)

There’s a silent storm brewing in the housing market… and it’s not just about interest rates.

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Why Zillow Can’t Tell You What Your Home Is Worth…

Let me give you a reality check, buttercup.

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How do I gain the trust of buyers and sellers and showcase my value as a local expert?
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How do I gain the trust of buyers and sellers and showcase my value as a local exp...

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Do you have a question?

Have a real estate dilemma, disaster, or downright what-the-heck-do-I-do moment?

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Who Is Glennda Baker... and What Is Sugar & Spice Real Estate Advice?

If you’ve spent even five minutes on real estate TikTok or Instagram, chances are you’ve seen her.

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What is Sugar & Spice Real Estate Advice?

Welcome to Sugar and Spice Real Estate Advice, where I serve up the perfect blend of sweet encouragement and bold truths about all things real estate.

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