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Monthly Archives: January 2015

    10 things every Atlanta resident should do

    By Hinton Dillard | January 30, 2015

    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

    By Hinton Dillard | January 22, 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

    By Hinton Dillard | January 16, 2015

    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

    By Hinton Dillard | January 12, 2015

    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

    By Hinton Dillard | January 2, 2015

    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