Selling a home is not just emotional, logistical, and financial, it is also a legal transaction with serious implications if not handled correctly. In this episode, Judy Jernigan is joined by real estate attorney and president of Ganek law firm, Mark Seib, to break down what Atlanta homeowners need to know to avoid legal mistakes that can delay - or even derail, their home sale.

From required disclosures to title issues and inspection negotiations, this episode helps you protect your deal and your equity.

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Featured Guest:

Mark Seib is President of Ganek, a real estate law firm serving Georgia since 1978. Mark has decades of experience guiding home buyers, sellers, builders, and developers through residential and commercial closings. He also teaches CE courses to agents and serves on the board of Georgia’s Real Estate Closing Attorneys Association.

Website: ganekpc.com

In this episode you’ll learn about about:

• What home sellers are legally required to disclose in Georgia
• The most common legal mistakes that delay closings
• Why disorganized paperwork can derail your deal
• Tips to handle repairs during the due diligence period
• What counts as a “latent defect” and why it matters
• Tips for home sellers to properly fill out the Seller’s Disclosure form
• How title issues are discovered and cleared
• How tax proration and title insurance protect both parties
• What happens if a seller wants to back out of the deal

Why This Matters for Home Sellers:

Legal issues are one of the most common deal-killers in real estate. Failing to disclose properly, ignoring title red flags, or miscommunicating what stays with the home can delay closing or spark lawsuits. Understanding what’s required - and where you have room to negotiate - helps you work with your REALTOR, sell confidently, avoid stress, and stay in control.

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First impressions matter more than most home sellers realize. In this episode, Judy Jernigan is joined by licensed landscape architect and ServScape founder Mario Cambardella to explore the psychology and strategy behind curb appeal. From simple fixes to full landscape redesigns, you’ll learn how to create a welcoming exterior that makes home buyers form a bond, before they ever step inside.

When thinking about selling a property in the next few months or even years down the line, this episode gives you the tools to start planning now.

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Featured Guest:

Mario Cambardella is the founder and CEO of ServeScape, Atlanta’s first online landscape marketplace. A licensed landscape architect, entrepreneur, and former Director of Urban Agriculture for the City of Atlanta, Mario helps homeowners elevate curb appeal with thoughtfully designed, locally sourced landscapes.

Website: servescape.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/servescape/

In this episode we talk about:

• The emotional and psychological power of curb appeal
• Common landscaping mistakes that hurt first impressions
• Why planning ahead makes a difference in resale value
• Quick curb appeal upgrades when you're short on time
• How to match plants and layout to your home’s architecture

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In this special case study episode, top Atlanta real estate agent Judy Jernigan sits down with her home seller clients Jessica and David Rossi to break down the exact smart, strategic choices that led to an incredible outcome: seven offers in 36 hours, a final sale at 104.3% of list price, selling 8 times faster than the area average, ,and a strong backup offer secured. Closing was smooth sailing. These savvy home sellers share the exact steps you and Judy can replicate with your own home.

From picking the right updates (like new paint and carpet) to choosing not to renovate the kitchen, this episode walks through the real decision-making process behind a fast, smooth, top-dollar home sale.

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Sell your Atlanta home faster, for top dollar, and with less hassle. Schedule a real estate listing consultation now, or simply book a chat.

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Featured Guest:

Jessica and David Rossi are recent home sellers who partnered with Judy and the Sage & Grace Realty Group to prepare, price, and list their Atlanta-area home. Their strategic choices, teamwork, and openness to guidance led to one of the highest-performing listings in the neighborhood.

In this episode we talk about:

• Real seller perspectives on working with a great listing agent
• Why they skipped a kitchen reno but upgraded their bathroom
• What updates made the biggest difference in buyer appeal
• How paint and carpet created a move-in ready look
• Strategic pricing to stand out in a high-demand area
• How multiple offers were managed and organized
• Surprises during due diligence and what went smoothly
• Advice they’d give to other homeowners getting ready to sell

Why This Matters for Home Sellers:

Hearing directly from homeowners who just went through a sale gives you an inside look at what works and what doesn’t. If you’re thinking about selling your home soon, this episode will give you clarity, encouragement, and actionable insights to prepare the smart way.

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