Monthly Archives: January 2015
10 things every Atlanta resident should do
1. Take in a parade with personality. (Intown Atlanta) Inman Park Spring Festival’s parade is a people watching paradise. Colorful costumes, creative themes, and the Seed & Feed Marching Abominable invite spring with sass and funk. Other notable must-do’s include theDragon Con Parade and the Children’s Christmas Parade. 2. Shoot the ‘hooch. (Helen, Ga) Come mid-summer, when air-conditioning is... Read More
Outlook For Atlanta’s Real Estate Market in 2015
As we head into 2015 Atlanta has a lot to look forward to. The real estate market has seen steady increases in home sale prices and nearly a double digit percentage increase in average sales price since 2013! Zana Dillard of Dillard & Company Realty Group says, “We are seeing an increase in homes... Read More
The Most Important Mortgage Documents You’ll Sign
Don’t be caught off guard on closing day. Knowing your way around the paperwork will help you feel more confident about what you’re signing. It’s no secret that there’s a lot of paperwork involved in buying a home. After you select a mortgage lender to pre-approve you, you’ll be asked to provide all your most... Read More
Atlanta home values rose by $35.6 billion last year
The value of all the homes in metro Atlanta is expected to end 2014 at $373 billion, a 10.5 percent increase from last year, according to Zillow. The top five markets where home values jumped the most year-over-year are: Miami (13.6 percent) Atlanta(12.8 percent) Houston (11.9 percent ) Orlando, Fla. (11.9 percent ) Las Vegas (11.5... Read More
The Easiest Home DIY Repairs That You Don’t Need A Professional For
There are some household repairs that are so simple, even the pros feel bad about charging for them (really!). Many of these plumbing, heating, electrical, air conditioning, and appliance repairs are simple things that homeowners overlook, and all of these repairs can save you a big chunk of change the next time something goes wrong.... Read More