
Property Taxes in Forrest, Lamar and Jones Counties: What Homebuyers Should Know
Property Taxes in Forrest, Lamar and Jones Counties: What Homebuyers Should Know When you are comparing homes in South Mississippi, the purchase price is only one part of the financial picture. Property taxes can affect your monthly mortgage payment and the long-term cost of owning a home. Buyers lo

How Long Does It Take to Sell a Home in Hattiesburg or Petal?
Most Hattiesburg and Petal homeowners should plan for two separate periods when selling: the time required to prepare the property and secure a contract, followed by the time needed to complete inspections, appraisal, title work and closing. A well-prepared and accurately priced home could attract a

Moving to Hattiesburg for Healthcare, USM or Camp Shelby
People relocate to the Hattiesburg area for many reasons, but three of the most common are employment in healthcare, a position or academic program at The University of Southern Mississippi and an assignment connected to Camp Shelby. Although these employers and institutions are all associated with

Buying Acreage in Petal and the Pine Belt: What Buyers Often Overlook
Buying acreage in Petal or elsewhere in Mississippi’s Pine Belt can provide privacy, room for a homesite, space for animals and opportunities for recreation or timber management. However, the number of acres shown in a listing does not tell buyers how much of the property will actually support their

Buying Land in South Mississippi: Surveys, Access, Utilities, Timber and Restrictions
Buying land in South Mississippi can open the door to building a home, creating a family homestead, hunting, farming, raising animals or simply owning more room to enjoy. However, purchasing vacant land involves questions that rarely come up when buying an existing house. A property may look perfect

Who Pays Closing Costs in Mississippi? A Guide for Buyers and Sellers
When buying or selling a home in Mississippi, one of the most common questions is: “Who pays the closing costs?” The short answer is that both the buyer and seller normally have expenses, but the exact division depends on the purchase agreement, loan program, closing provider and negotiations. Buyer

What Does It Cost to Sell a House in Mississippi? A Seller’s Expense Guide
What Does It Cost to Sell a House in Mississippi? If you are preparing to sell a home in Mississippi, one of your first questions is probably: How much will the sale cost, and how much money will I receive at closing? I’m Jason McMichael, a Broker Associate with Real Broker LLC – CONNECT Group. I ha

Best Neighborhoods in Hattiesburg: Downtown, Midtown, Oak Grove and West Hattiesburg
Best Neighborhoods in Hattiesburg: Downtown, Midtown, Oak Grove and West Hattiesburg When buyers ask me about the best neighborhoods in Hattiesburg, I explain that “best” depends on the person asking. Some buyers want historic architecture and the ability to walk to restaurants and events. Others wa

Petal vs. Oak Grove: Which South Mississippi Community Fits Your Lifestyle?
Petal vs. Oak Grove: Which South Mississippi Community Fits Your Lifestyle? When buyers begin searching for a home near Hattiesburg, two communities frequently rise to the top of their lists: Petal and Oak Grove. I’m Jason McMichael, a Broker Associate with Real Broker LLC – CONNECT Group and a long
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