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

    Ep. 168: Buying New Construction 🏡 | Pros & Cons You NEED to Know Before You Build
    Feb 17 2026
    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
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    9 min
  • Ep. 167 My Home Didn’t Sell 😩 — What To Do When Your Listing Expires

    Ep. 167 My Home Didn’t Sell 😩 — What To Do When Your Listing Expires
    Feb 3 2026
    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/4ah4soHYour 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
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    4 min
  • Ep. 166: Should You Use an Agent for New Construction? 🏡 This Moment Changed Everything

    Ep. 166: Should You Use an Agent for New Construction? 🏡 This Moment Changed Everything
    Jan 20 2026
    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
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    10 min
  • Ep. 165: Should Sellers Avoid FHA Buyers Because of Appraisals? 🤔

    Ep. 165: Should Sellers Avoid FHA Buyers Because of Appraisals? 🤔
    Jan 6 2026
    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
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    21 min
  • Ep. 165: 4 Ways to Get HOA Docs Before You Close 🧐 Avoid an HOA Nightmare 😳 Don’t Buy Into a Bad HOA!

    Ep. 165: 4 Ways to Get HOA Docs Before You Close 🧐 Avoid an HOA Nightmare 😳 Don’t Buy Into a Bad HOA!
    Dec 23 2025
    4 Ways to Get HOA Docs Before You Close 🧐 Avoid an HOA Nightmare 😳 Don’t Buy Into a Bad HOA! HOA drama is real — and sometimes you don’t find out until after you’ve moved in. 😩 In this video, I’m sharing a real HOA nightmare story (yes, right here in Georgia!) and giving you 4 practical ways to get HOA documents before closing so you can protect your peace, your wallet, and your property value. 🏡 You’ll learn: ✔️ The documents you should review before you buy: • CC&Rs (Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions) - A MUST!!! • Bylaws • Rules & Regulations • Budgets, Financials & Meeting Notes ✔️ 4 Ways to Get HOA Docs BEFORE Closing:  1️⃣ From the Seller or Listing Agent  2️⃣ Directly from the HOA or Management Company  3️⃣ Through your Closing Attorney or Title Team  4️⃣ By contacting Agents or Neighbors in the community These simple steps can save you from HOA headaches — and even legal or financial surprises later! 📘 Resource Mentioned: 👉 Understanding the Differences Between CC&Rs, Bylaws and Rules & Regulations 🎥 Video recorded at @‌MerakiStudiosATL — the perfect creative space for content creators, educators, and entrepreneurs! 📲 Ready to become a homeowner? Schedule a consultation ➡️ https://calendly.com/soldbynat/15min 🏡 Shop new construction in Georgia? Start here ➡️ http://ganewhome.com 🎬 Watch next: “Seller & Community Disclosures: What Buyers Must Read” “Don’t Buy a House and HOPE” #HOA #HOAHorrorStories #HomeBuyingTips #DueDiligence #HOAProblems #CCRs #RealEstateWithNat #SOLDbyNat #GeorgiaRealEstate #HomebuyerTips #HomeownerEducation
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    21 min
  • Ep. 164: 💸 Why Did My Mortgage Payment Go Up?! | Escrow Refund Mistakes & Property Tax Horror Stories Explained

    Ep. 164: 💸 Why Did My Mortgage Payment Go Up?! | Escrow Refund Mistakes & Property Tax Horror Stories Explained
    Dec 9 2025
    💸 Why Did My Mortgage Payment Go Up?! | Escrow Refund Mistakes & Property Tax Horror Stories ExplainedIf your mortgage payment increased — even with a fixed interest rate — you’re not alone! 😩In this video, I’m breaking down why mortgage payments can go up, how escrow refunds, property tax changes, and insurance increases all play a role, and the mistake I personally made that cost me big time.You’ll learn:
    ✔️ What an escrow account is and how it works
    ✔️ Why your mortgage payment can increase (even with a fixed rate)
    ✔️ The truth about property taxes and insurance adjustments
    ✔️ What to do if you get a refund check from escrow — and what NOT to do!
    ✔️ Real homeowner stories and lender explanations you need to hear🏡 Whether you’re a first-time buyer, a current homeowner, or planning to purchase soon — this is the kind of information that can save you hundreds (or even thousands) a year.📲 Have questions or need guidance?
    Schedule a consultation ➡️ https://calendly.com/soldbynat/15min💡 Buying New Construction in Georgia?
    Search for homes here ➡️ http://ganewhome.com🎥 Watch Next:
    👉 “Don’t Buy a House and HOPE”
    👉 “Maybe You’re Not Ready to Buy Yet — Here’s Why”🎥 Filmed at @‌MerakiStudiosATL — the perfect space for content creators, entrepreneurs, and educators!#MortgageTips #HomeBuying101 #EscrowExplained #PropertyTaxes #RealEstateWithNat #SOLDbyNat #NewHomeNat #GeorgiaHomes #Homeownership #MoneyMatters #FinancialLiteracy==============================================In the video, blur out my personal info. Name, loan #, address.https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Os2nuZfitW7noL9pHfkcnBPOP5qj7NMW
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    11 min
  • Ep. 163: Google Account Hacked 😭 – Lost My 10K YouTube Channel! (Recovery Steps)

    Ep. 163: Google Account Hacked 😭 – Lost My 10K YouTube Channel! (Recovery Steps)
    Dec 3 2025
    🚨 My Google account was hacked and my entire YouTube channel — with over 10,000 subscribers 💔
    🔒This video is for anyone who uses a computer (aka EVERYONE). Don’t wait until it’s too late. Strengthen your account security NOW.
    In this video, I’m sharing exactly what happened, how I found out my channel was gone, and the steps I took (and YOU should take) to protect your Google account and YouTube channel from being hacked.
    🎯 What You’ll Learn in This Video:
    ✔️ How my Google/YouTube account was hacked
    ✔️ Warning signs your account may be compromised
    ✔️ What to do if your YouTube channel is hacked or deleted
    ✔️ Tips to protect your channel and avoid losing everything
    👉 Learn more about YouTube Security: Recover a hacked YouTube channel - YouTube Help
    💬 Question for you:
    Have you ever been hacked, or know someone whose account got stolen? Share your experience in the comments — let’s help each other stay safe online!
    🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more creator tips, real-life lessons, and behind-the-scenes stories.
    #YouTubeHacked #GoogleAccountSecurity #SoldByNat #CreativelyAnalytic
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    31 min
  • Ep. 162: 7 Common Misconceptions About Buying New Construction Homes (MUST WATCH Before You Buy!)

    Ep. 162: 7 Common Misconceptions About Buying New Construction Homes (MUST WATCH Before You Buy!)
    Dec 3 2025
    In my experience, a lot of buyers assume thigns when buying new construction. In this video, I share 7 of the most common misconceptions I find myself explaining repeatedly to buyers purchasing a new construction home. Knowing these 7 things will help you avoid disappointment, avoid wasting time, and put a better game plan in place.✨ Here’s what we’ll cover:
    1️⃣ Incentives
    2️⃣ Pricing
    3️⃣ Online Advertising
    4️⃣ MLS Listings
    5️⃣ Shopping in different areas/communities
    6️⃣ Picking LotsWhether you’re relocating to Georgia or already local and exploring new construction options, this video will help you buy smarter and avoid surprises.📲 Thinking about buying new construction in Georgia?
    Grab my FREE guide: www.NewHomeNat.com💬 Question for you:
    Which of these surprised you most? Drop your thoughts in the comments!🔔 Subscribe for more Georgia real estate tips → @‌SOLDbyNat
    #NewConstruction #GeorgiaRealEstate #HomeBuyingTips #SOLDbyNat #RelocatingToGeorgia #LearnWithNat
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    13 min