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My name is Natasha Bazile and I'm a full-time Realtor® & Associate Broker in and near Gwinnett County, Georgia. This podcast is an extension of my YouTube Channel www.youtube.com/SOLDBYNAT where I post weekly videos. In addition to educating & guiding SELLERS & BUYERS through their real estate transactions, I also post content for real estate agents and I share my #realtorlife. Trust me... there is never a dull moment! Want to work with me: My name is Natasha Bazile and I’m a full-time Realtor® & Associate Broker with VPR (770) 495-5050. I enjoy serving as a guide to my clients in their real estate transaction(s). You can reach me at info@soldbynat.com or call (404) 857-2508. Not local? No problem! I will get you in contact with one of my colleagues in your area. I specialize in Guiding Individuals & Families in Transition: • Dual Moves (selling starter home & buying DREAM HOME) • Moving-up / Downsizing • First Purchase / Sale • New Construction • Relocation *I also facilitate workshops & seminars on various topics of Homeownership and Financial Education. *SUBSCRIBE HERE https://bit.ly/2UtJgSR! →Connect with me ♡ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/soldbynat/ ♡ TWITTER https://twitter.com/soldbynat ♡ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/sellingwithnat/ ♡ BLOG http://soldbynat.com/blogs/ THANKS FOR LISTENING!

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August 25, 2026Episode 17418 min

Ep. 174: Buying a Home_ Final Walkthrough_ 👀5 Things You MUST Check Before Closing‼️

Buying a Home? Final Walkthrough: 👀5 Things You MUST Check Before Closing‼️Closing on a home soon? Before you sign those papers, don't skip the final walkthrough!In this video, I'm taking you behind the scenes of a real final walkthrough for my out-of-state buyers and sharing 5 things every homebuyer should check before closing.Use this guide to fill in the blanks while watching the video:✔️ Make sure the seller has … ✔️ Confirm included … and … are still there ✔️ Look for …, …, or unexpected issues ✔️ Check that the home is left in the … ✔️ Confirm … have been completedI'm also sharing a few real-life stories from my 15+ years in real estate and why having an experienced agent looking out for you matters.➡️ Buying, selling, or relocating to Georgia? Let's connect!📞 Call/Text: 252-594-3313 📅 Schedule a Consultation: https://calendly.com/soldbynat/15min 🏡 Search Georgia New Homes: https://GANewHome.com #FinalWalkthrough #HomeBuyingTips #BuyingAHome #FirstTimeHomeBuyer #GeorgiaRealEstate #MovingToGeorgia #GeorgiaRealtor #HomeBuyingProcess #RealEstateTips #SOLDbyNat

July 14, 2026Episode 17329 min

Ep. 173: 🏡 New Construction Builder Orientation Explained | What Every Buyer Needs to Know Before Closing

🏡 New Construction Builder Orientation Explained | What Every Buyer Needs to Know Before Closing Buying a new construction home in Georgia? One of the most important appointments before closing is the Builder Orientation, yet many buyers don't fully understand what it is or how to prepare for it. In this video, I break down what happens during a builder orientation, what questions you should ask, what systems the builder will review, and why this appointment is so important before you get the keys to your new home. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, relocating to Georgia, or building your dream home, this video will help you feel more confident and prepared for the new construction process. In this video, you'll learn: ✔️ What a builder orientation is ✔️ What to expect during the appointment ✔️ HVAC, electrical, plumbing & appliance walkthroughs ✔️ Common issues buyers should look for ✔️ Questions to ask the builder ✔️ Builder Orientation vs Final Walkthrough ✔️ Understanding your new home warranty ✔️ Why having your own REALTOR® matters As a Georgia REALTOR® and Associate Broker specializing in new construction, I've attended countless builder orientations with my clients, and I'm sharing tips to help you avoid common mistakes and make the most of this important appointment. 📲 Thinking about buying new construction in Georgia? Call or Text: 252-594-3313 or Schedule a Consultation: 📅https://calendly.com/soldbynat/15min 🏡 Search New Construction Homes: https://GANewHome.com 📘 FREE Guide to Buying New Construction: www.NewHomeNat.com 👋🏾 I'm Natasha Bazile with http://SOLDbyNat.com , your favorite relatable Georgia REALTOR® & Associate Broker specializing in new construction, relocation, and dual moves. #NewConstructionHomes #BuilderOrientation #NewConstructionTips #GeorgiaRealEstate #HomeBuyingTips #FirstTimeHomeBuyer #MoveToGeorgia #GeorgiaRealtor #NewHomeConstruction #HomeBuyingProcess #BuyingNewConstruction #MetroAtlantaRealEstate #SOLDbyNat

June 3, 2026Episode 17213 min

Ep. 172: Relocating to Georgia? Here’s How to Buy a Home Without Multiple Trips - Buying New Construction

Relocating to Georgia? Here’s How to Buy a Home Without Multiple Trips - Buying New Construction 📲 Thinking about relocating to Georgia? Call or Text 252-594-3313 or 📲Schedule a chat at https://calendly.cwom/soldbynat/15min 🏡Search NEW HOMES here: http://ganewhome.com Get a behind-the-scenes look at how I help relocation buyers navigate inspections, appointments, and the home buying process while serving as their boots on the ground.Fun fact: We didn’t meet in person until CLOSING DAY! 🎉🏡🔑👋 I’m Natasha Bazile, Georgia REALTOR® & Associate Broker specializing in relocation and new construction.#RelocateToGeorgia #MovingToGeorgia #GeorgiaRealEstate #RelocationExpert #GeorgiaRealtor #NewConstructionHomes #AtlantaSuburbs #HomeBuyingTips #SOLDbyNat #HomeInspection

March 31, 2026Episode 1714 min

Ep. 171: Is a Retention Pond a Deal Breaker? 🚫🏡 Let’s Talk

🏡 Should You Buy a House Near a Retention Pond or Detention Pond? 🤔📲 Thinking about buying new construction or choosing the right lot? Schedule a consult: https://calendly.com/soldbynat/15min 🔍 Search new homes in Georgia: https://GANewHome.com If you’re buying new construction, chances are you’ve asked this question:Is it a bad idea to buy a home near a retention pond or detention pond?This comes up ALL the time when buyers are choosing lots in new construction communities — especially here in Georgia.In this video, I’m sharing my real-life experience as both a homeowner and a Georgia Associate Broker. I personally live near a detention pond, so I’m giving you the honest pros, cons, and things buyers should actually consider before automatically saying no.At the end of the day, it’s truly to each their own — but don’t rule out pond lots without understanding how they function and how distance, grading, and placement matter.Buying smart > buying emotional.👇🏾 Drop your experience in the comments! Would you buy near a retention or detention pond?00:00 Home of the Month Near a Retention Pond 🤔 🦆🌿#NewConstructionGA #HomeBuyingTips #RetentionPond #DetentionPond #LotSelection #GeorgiaRealEstate #SOLDbyNat #HomeBuyerEducation #RealEstateTruths #NewConstructionHomes

March 17, 2026Episode 1709 min

Ep. 170: Brand New Home… $1.6M in Repairs?! New Construction Gone Wrong

🏡 Thinking about buying or selling in Georgia? 📲 Schedule a consultation: https://calendly.com/soldbynat/15min 🔍 Search homes in Georgia: https://GANewHome.com 📘 The Ugly Side of Real Estate – Consumer Edition 👉 Available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4ah4soH In this video, I break down a shocking news investigation and answer two major questions buyers keep asking:✔️ Do you really need a home inspection on new construction? ✔️ Do you need your own real estate agent when buying from a builder?City and county inspections are NOT the same as hiring your own private home inspector. And remember — the on-site agent represents the builder, not you.I love new construction, but stories like this are why buyer representation and inspections should be non-negotiable.If you’re buying or building in Georgia (or anywhere), watch this first. #NewConstruction #HomeInspection #RealEstateNightmare #GeorgiaRealEstate #CobbCounty #BuyerBeware #NewBuildProblems #HomeBuyingTips #SoldByNat

March 3, 2026Episode 16913 min

Ep. 169: 40-Year Listing Contracts?! 😳 The MV Realty Scandal Explained 🚨 Predatory Real Estate Contracts

🏡 Thinking about buying or selling in Georgia? 📲 Schedule a consultation: https://calendly.com/soldbynat/15min 🔍 Search homes in Georgia: https://GANewHome.com 📘 The Ugly Side of Real Estate – Consumer Edition Real estate isn’t always pretty — but having THIS insight can save you time, money, and stress. 👉 Available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4ah4soH Have you ever heard of a 40-year listing agreement? I hadn’t either… until it showed up on my seller’s title days before closing. 😳In this video, I’m breaking down what happened when a hidden agreement with MV Realty surfaced right before closing — and how it nearly derailed the entire transaction.This company marketed itself as a “Homeowner Benefit Program,” offering homeowners a small upfront payment (sometimes under $1,000) in exchange for signing a 40-year exclusive listing agreement — requiring them to pay a 3% commission when they sell… whether MV Realty lists the home or not.Yes. 40 years.As a Georgia Associate Broker, I’ve now seen multiple situations where sellers forgot about documents they signed years ago — only to have it cost them thousands at closing.⚖️ If it sounds too good to be true, it usually is. 📑 Read before you sign. 🔎 Google companies before doing business with them.Protect your investment. Protect your equity.📰 News clips referenced in this video are credited to 10 Tampa Bay. Original reporting can be found here: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@10TampaBay #MVRealty #PredatoryRealEstate #RealEstateScam #40YearContract #HomeSellerTips #TitleIssues #GeorgiaRealEstate #ConsumerProtection #TheUglySideOfRealEstate

February 17, 2026Episode 1689 min

Ep. 168: Buying New Construction 🏡 | Pros & Cons You NEED to Know Before You Build

Thinking about buying new construction but not sure if it’s the right move for you? In this video, I’m breaking down 4 pros and 4 cons of buying a new construction home to help you decide with confidence.I’m Natasha Bazil, Associate Broker, real estate educator, author, and YouTuber—and my goal is always to help you make informed decisions that save you time, money, and stress.If you’re new here—welcome! New construction is one of my specialties, and while I’m a big fan, I also know it’s truly to each their own. Some buyers love new builds, while others prefer resale or existing homes. Let’s talk about both sides.✅ PROS of Buying New Construction:✔️ Great option for first-time home buyers with limited cash reserves ✔️ Builder incentives (closing costs, rate buy-downs, upgrades & more) ✔️ A more streamlined and predictable process compared to resale ✔️ Warranties that provide peace of mind (1-year, 2-year, and structural coverage)⚠️ CONS of Buying New Construction:❌ Less character compared to older or custom homes ❌ Typically smaller lots and homes closer together ❌ Most communities come with an HOA (especially in Georgia) ❌ You may not get the feel of an established neighborhood right awayI also explain: Why inspections can be smoother with new construction What the 11-month warranty walk-through is and why it matters How builder incentives compare to seller concessions in resale homes Who new construction is not ideal for 📲 Want to chat about buying new construction in Georgia? Schedule a consultation: 👉 https://calendly.com/soldbynat/15min 🏡 Search NEW construction homes: 👉 https://ganewhome.com 📘 Grab my book on Amazon: _The Ugly Side of Real Estate – Consumer Edition_👉 https://amzn.to/4ah4soH 🎙️ Don’t forget to check out the podcast: ➡️ https://www.spreaker.com/show/get-real-estate-ready-with-soldbynat-com 👍🏾 Like this video if it helped 💬 Drop your questions in the comments 🔔 Subscribe for real, honest real estate education#BuyingNewConstruction #NewConstructionHomes #FirstTimeHomeBuyer #HomeBuyingTips #RealEstateAdvice #BuilderIncentives #NewConstructionWarranty #GeorgiaRealEstate #AtlantaRealEstate #SOLDbyNat #TheUglySideOfRealEstate

February 3, 20263 min

Ep. 167 My Home Didn’t Sell 😩 — What To Do When Your Listing Expires

Did your home not sell when you expected it to? Did your listing expire—or is it sitting longer than promised?In this video, I break down: Why homes don’t sell when expected The most common mistakes sellers make (pricing, presentation & marketing) Why dropping the price repeatedly is not a strategy How staging and presentation impact buyer emotions What actually needs to change when a home doesn’t sell I’m Natasha Bazile, Associate Broker, Author, YouTuber, and Real Estate Instructor.I’ve teamed up with Tamieka Green, a Professional Home Stager, Interior Designer, Real Estate Agent, and the Creator of ProStager Academy.Together, we bring 20+ years of combined experience to help select sellers.We’ll work side-by-side to: Create customized marketing plans (no templates) Use actual staging, not virtual staging, to drive emotional connection Position your home to stand out—and sell with confidence If your home didn’t sell—or you want to get it right the first time—let’s talk.📲 Schedule a private consultation 👉 https://calendly.com/soldbynat/15min 🔍 Search new construction homes: 👉 https://GANewHome.com 📘 Grab my book on Amazon: The Ugly Side of Real Estate – Consumer Edition 👉 https://amzn.to/4ah4soH Your home deserves more than a wait-and-see approach. Let’s turn this around.#MyHomeDidntSell #ExpiredListing #HouseNotSelling #HomeSellingTips #RealEstateAdvice #HomeStagingWorks #SellingYourHome #ListingStrategy #RealEstateMarketing #SOLDbyNat #GeorgiaRealEstate #TheUglySideOfRealEstate #GreggLewisInteriors #VirtualPropertiesRealty

January 20, 20269 min

Ep. 166: Should You Use an Agent for New Construction? 🏡 This Moment Changed Everything

Should You Use an Agent for New Construction? 🏡 This Moment Changed EverythingThis video wasn’t planned… but it needed to be recorded.After leaving a final walkthrough for a closing, I had one of those moments that makes you pause, breathe, and remember why you keep showing up — even when the year has been hard.A buyer signed a new construction contract and listed me as their agent… without ever speaking to me first. Why? Because they had been watching my YouTube videos.That moment led me to reflect on something I say often but still see buyers get wrong 👇🏾🚨 You are NOT saving money by skipping buyer representation in new construction.This is real, raw real estate — the behind-the-scenes moments you don’t see on TV or social media.If you’re buying new construction, relocating to Georgia, or wondering whether you really need an agent… this video is for you.📲 Need Buyer Representation in Georgia?Schedule a consultation: 👉 https://calendly.com/soldbynat/15min 🏡 Search NEW Construction Homes: 👉 https://ganewhome.com 📕 The Ugly Side of Real Estate for Consumers 👉 https://amzn.to/4ah4soH 👍🏾 Like | 💬 Comment | 🔔 Subscribe Thank you for supporting the journey — I’ve been posting consistently since 2018, and I’m not stopping now.#NewConstruction #BuyerRepresentation #SOLDbyNat #GeorgiaRealEstate #NewConstructionHomes #RelocatingToGeorgia #RealEstateEducation #HomeBuyingTips #TheUglySideOfRealEstate #RealtorLife #FaithAndBusiness #ConsistencyPays

January 6, 2026Episode 16520 min

Ep. 165: Should Sellers Avoid FHA Buyers Because of Appraisals? 🤔

Should sellers automatically say no to FHA buyers because of appraisal concerns? 🤯 I get this question ALL the time — especially from homeowners worried about repairs, delays, or deals falling apart.In this video, I’m breaking down: ✔️ Why FHA appraisals get a bad reputation ✔️ What changed after the 2008 market crash ✔️ How appraisal management companies (AMCs) work ✔️ Why sellers usually don’t receive appraisal reports ✔️ What happens when a home appraises low ✔️ Real FHA repair examples (wood rot, steps, outlets, safety items) ✔️ Why sellers shouldn’t automatically dismiss government-backed loans ✔️ How FHA, VA, USDA, and Conventional loans really compare ✔️ When it might make sense to limit loan types ✔️ The behind-the-scenes work agents do to get deals CLOSEDLow appraisals and repair requests are NOT exclusive to FHA loans. The difference is strategy, preparation, and experience — not the loan type.If your home is priced correctly, marketed properly, and in livable condition, FHA buyers deserve the same consideration as any other buyer.📲 Need Help Buying or Selling?📞Schedule a consultation ➡️ https://calendly.com/soldbynat/15min 🏠Search new construction homes ➡️ https://GANewHome.com 🎙️ Listen to ➡️ https://www.spreaker.com/show/get-real-estate-ready-with-soldbynat-com 📘 Grab my book: The Ugly Side of Real Estate (Consumers) ➡️ https://amzn.to/4ah4soH 💬 Drop your questions below: Have you dealt with a low appraisal? FHA concerns? Seller repair requests?👍🏾 Like 📌 Subscribe 🔔 Turn on notificationsThanks for watching — and I’ll see you in the next video!#FHAAppraisal #FHALoans #HomeAppraisal #RealEstateEducation #GeorgiaRealEstate #HomeSellingTips #SellerTips #FirstTimeHomeBuyer #GovernmentBackedLoans #RealEstateTruth #UglySideOfRealEstate #RealtorLife #RealEstateAgent #SellingYourHome #HomeBuyers #RealEstateMarket #NatKnowsRealEstate #SoldByNat