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Spring Has Sprung and So Has the Spring Buying Season!

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Spring Has Sprung Spring Buying Season

Spring has Sprung with the Spring Buying Season!

It would seem based on this week’s weather forecast we could have a couple nights dip into the upper 30’s, but otherwise, Spring has Sprung! Things are bloomin’ and the lovely pollen is out and about.

You know what else is out and about? Buyers! And Lots of them! We are working with several clients at the moment, some are quickly finding (and getting) what they want, and others…well, we are still on the hunt! We’ve missed out on a couple opportunities and these Buyer’s have quickly learned they have to “up their game” a bit. What exactly does that mean?

Have a Lender Pre-Approval!

Never fear, all of our Buyers have been pre-approved with a lender! But if you happen to be reading this as a Buyer looking to get into the Spring real estate market, get your mortgage pre-approval from your lender BEFORE you step out the door!! With limited inventory, you are going to be competing with other Buyers, and you want that approval letter in your toolbox! 

Now is Not a “Low Ball Market!”

I’m here to help my Buyers (and YOU) get the home or condo you are looking for. And when we are making an offer, I am working with my Buyers to educate them about the market. I’ve done the research, and if the home is NOT overpriced, it may be priced JUST RIGHT! What does that mean? It means making a FULL PRICE OFFER is the right buying decision! Don’t be playing the, “oh, let’s see if they will take ‘x’ for it” and you then lose out over another offer that was right on the money. 

Focus on the Big Things on Your Inspection

Unless you are buying a brand new home, your home inspection is probably going to show some things that need attention on the home you are Under Contract to purchase. But, let’s focus on the Big Things! Maybe the HVAC is way past it’s lifetime, and you could be faced with a major repair. That’s worthy of talking about the price of the home, or other options. But when a door does not close properly, that’s something you can deal with at anytime. I’ve had a Buyer lose a home over some little things like this…and now they regret it….they really wanted that home, and just knew the Seller was going to fix ALL those little things. When the Seller said NO, the Buyers said NO, and it was over. Well, they thought the Seller would call their bluff….and they didn’t…and took a back up offer. And we were out. Over little stuff. 

It’s the Spring Buying Season! Let’s get our game plan together and get you the home or condo you are looking for! 

 

Choosing the Right Atlanta Neighborhood

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Whether you are moving across Atlanta, or coming across country, you have a big decision to make. Single, or married or married with kids….one decision you have is choosing the right Atlanta Neighborhood!

What Should I Consider when Choosing a Neighborhood?

Search Atlanta NeighborhoodsOf course, the answer to this question is not a one size fits all! What is important to you will play a major role in where you decide to live in Atlanta. Schools? Walkability? Style of type of house? House or condo? Commute to work? Hospitals? Hmmm. 

Schools

While I personally don’t have children, I understand that schools are important. HEY…they are important even if you DON’T have kids, as quality schools can have a huge impact on property values. I’m happy to help you with resources for school information, but again, what may be important to you and your kids may differ from any website I may offer you. We can always talk and look for resources together. 

Walkability

Much of Atlanta’s mobility is very, very dependent on four wheels! As such, we have traffic and we have commuting issues (see below). But maybe you want to live someplace where you can easily walk to restaurants or retail without the aid of your car. It’s certainly possible in Atlanta, but the type of housing you may want might not match with the walkability. Areas like Midtown Atlanta offer the most walkability, but much of the housing is in the form of condominiums. There is Historic Midtown with single family homes, but they may not be they type of home you are looking for. There are other “pockets” or areas to look at. Decatur, Chamblee, parts of Brookhaven, and others are out there that will offer some walkability. We just have to look at your wants and needs and find that right spot!

Choosing an Atlanta NeighborhoodStyle of House — Condo, Single Family or Townhome

Again, many choices here. And that is where your lifestyle comes in, and what we will talk about during our Initial Consultation. We look at your wants and needs, and they help identify the neighborhoods, or buildings that meet what you are looking for! And we might even point out things you did not think of!

Commute To Work

Yeah…this is a biggie when you look at Atlanta. If you telecommute…awesome! You have lots of options! But where you live and where you work could have a big impact on your quality of life if you spend to much time behind the wheel! Our sister website, MyAtlantaMojo.com has a cool Commute feature in the Search function. Look at a specific listing, and then you can calculate the time it will take you to get to work. It’s pretty cool!

Hospitals or Medical Services

Maybe you are relocating to the Atlanta area to be close to your adult children and their families. But you might want to be closer to doctors or hospitals as you age in place. These are other factors we can look at to decide what neighborhood is right for you!

We are here to help you sell your home and buy the next one. If you found this blog post, and are moving from another city, maybe you have not found a real estate agent to help you there? We can even help with that!! We have a vast network of agents that we know and trust all across the country. Whether it’s Los Angeles or Little Rock, we can help! 

We look forward to meeting you and getting to know you!

 

 

Atlanta Passes Historic Transit Referendum

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Not since 1971 when MARTA was first created, has the City of Atlanta sent a message that transit is what we want! 

This is GREAT news for the City, and we can only hope it will one day trickle out to the burbs. It’s just a shame that the Metro Atlanta region is so limited with transit options when you compare us to other cities. 

First off, click on the photo below to read the latest newsletter from Citizens For Progressive Transit, a grass-roots transit organization in Atlanta. 

Atlanta Passes Historic Transit Referendum

And here is an interesting study we found regarding the economic benefits of investing in transit.

Click on the photo below to read the report

Atlanta Passes Historic Transit Referendum

 

Honeywell Home & Business Technologies HQ to Midtown Atlanta

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midtown atlanta skyline Bank of AmericaWe are always excited when we hear of new corporate relocations to Midtown Atlanta. And the announcement that Honeywell is bringing their Home & Business Technologies HQ to Midtown is no exception!!!

Honeywell Home & Business Technologies HQ to Midtown Atlanta

Honeywell International announced on Monday that it’s Home & Business Technologies headquarters will move from Morris Plains, NJ, to Midtown Atlanta. The move, coupled with a “first-of-a-kind North American software development center,” will create about 800 jobs in Midtown Atlanta!

Midtown’s Bank of America building is said to be a favorite to land the project. As the Midtown center grows, they will develop aerospace, automation and control solutions software. (The Bank of America Building is the tall building in the center of the photo on the right!)

As these employees look to relocate from New Jersey to Atlanta, we are excited to help them find opportunities in Midtown Atlanta, and the surrounding communities. Midtown Atlanta is one of the most walkable locations to live in Atlanta! Honeywell employees will have numerous condominium and apartment buildings to choose from. Looking for a single family home? From Midtown, to Buckhead, Druid Hills, Brookhaven, or Chamblee..there are lots of choices.

If looking to be near MARTA transit, which the North Avenue station is just across the street from the B of A Building, then Buckhead, Brookhaven, Chamblee and Doraville are all great options to consider, depending on price, size and style of home you are looking for!

This is also great news for the Bank of America Building which has some empty floors to fill up!

What You Get for $200,000 in Atlanta Real Estate

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What You Get for $200,000 in Atlanta Real Estate

You can search for real estate here on my website, and really look at specific areas, prices, bedrooms, etc. But, there is a certain newspaper from a major city that has a weekly feature about real estate prices around the country. I just wanted to bring it closer to home, and give you real estate prices around Atlanta!~

To continue on, today we are looking at homes listed at $200,000 (or as close to $200,000 as we could get) in Tyrone (Fayette County – South of Atlanta), Chamblee and Alpharetta.

320 Millbrook Village Drive, Tyrone, GA 30290 (MLS#5680195)

What you get for $200,000 in Atlanta real Estate

This charming ranch home is located in the Millbrook Subdivision off of Highway 74 in Tyrone…a town in Fayette County. The home has 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths and a double car garage. The Master Suite has a walk-in closet and a separate garden tub and shower.  This would be an idea home/location for anyone working at Pinewood Atlanta Studios!

List Price: $209,900

Taxes: $1,932 (2015)

HOA Fee: $150 per year

Search All Homes in Fayette County $200,000 or Less

5300 Peachtree Road, #4308, Chamblee, GA 30341 (MLS # 5692728)

What you get for $200,000 in Atlanta Real Estate

Located in the city of Chamblee (North of Midtown, Buckhead, Brookhaven…then Chamblee) the Lofts at 5300 or 5300 Lofts were built in 2005 and has 242 homes in the building. Since then, the area around this community has seen, and is seeing a huge growth spurt. Just down the street the new Peachtree Crossing Shopping Center is coming in with a Whole Foods Market. The other direction, walking from the building will take you to Historic Downtown Chamblee with restaurants and coming soon retail shops!

This 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo is a top floor unit (no neighbors above you!) with approx. 1,178 sq. ft. The home has hardwood floors in the main living area, granite counters and stainless appliances. It also comes with a wonderful option…a storage unit! 5300 Lofts has  a pool, rooftop pavilion, tennis courts and a fitness center. The Chamblee MARTA station is just two blocks from the building.

List Price:  $199,900

Taxes: $2,802 (2015)

HOA Fee: $311 per month (Exterior Fire/Liability Ins, Ext. Maintenance, Garbage, Pest Control, Reserve Fund

 

SEARCH ALL HOMES FOR SALE IN CHAMBLEE UNDER $200,000

11185 Rotherick Drive, Alpharetta, GA 30022 (MLS# 5693366)

MLS 5693366 Atlanta Real Estate For Sale

Located in the Hunters Forest subdivision off of Jones Bridge Road, this split-level home was built in 1985. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths and 1 half bath. A lower level room could serve as a 4th bedroom, game room or office. Located in an area with great schools, you are convenient to Northpoint Mall as well as the new Avalon development.

List Price:  $200,000

Taxes:  $1,653

HOA Fee:  None

SEARCH ALL HOMES FOR SALE IN ALPHARETTA UNDER $200,000

What you Get for $200,000 in Atlanta (or less) is getting harder to find, but there are still some options! 

Relocating to Atlanta| What To do in Atlanta

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Midtown AtlantaI’ve lived in Atlanta since 1992. Shoot, longer than I lived with my parents. But when I moved here, it wasn’t anything like it is now.

Relocating to Atlanta| What To do in Atlanta

First off, we’d not had the 1996 Centennial Olympics. Much happened in Atlanta right before the games with new construction. But much came after that too. I started selling real estate in 2004, and a majority of the Midtown Atlanta condo buildings you find on this website, did not even exist when I started!!! Spire, Viewpoint, Plaza Midtown, Aqua, and 905 Juniper are just a few of the new arrivals! (well, not so new now, but new after 2004!)

Atlanta is a pretty cool place to live. There is one drawback….we are a bit far from any beach! But, after that, you have the city, you have lakes, you have mountains, and all sorts of things in between you can do. Stone Mountain to Kennesaw Mountain. The Skyview to zip lines. Parks everywhere you turn. And a river running right through the middle of it all!

Take a look at Atlanta in this great video from Georgia!

If your future plans call for relocation to the Atlanta area, I’d be delighted to help you find the right neighborhood! I focus on the unique areas that make up “Intown Atlanta” or ITP (Inside the Perimeter) and there are many options from the condos of Midtown Atlanta to single family homes in Brookhaven and Chamblee. You can start your search right here! 

Welcome to Georgia, The Peach State, and to Atlanta, the state capitol!

You can learn more about Atlanta at the Convention and Visitor’s Bureau website. 

Thom Abbott

Associate Broker, REALTOR(R)
905 Juniper Street, NE Suite 110
Atlanta, Georgia 30309
770.713.1505 Direct
404.876.4901 Office

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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