Why I Love Spring in Atlanta
April 3, 2008
This is why I love spring in Atlanta.
If the rain holds off just a little longer, I’ll get a photo of “Why I Hate Spring in Atlanta”
Is This a Good Time to Buy in Atlanta?
March 10, 2008
How can I trust you? Every time I ask, “When is a good time to buy?” Your answer is, now.
Take time to read the post by Matt Thompson, a real estate agent writing in Gig Harbor Undressed.
(h/t to Larry Cragun)
Top 10 Reasons for Walkable Communities
March 2, 2008
I recently read a post on Atlanta Real Estate Forum outlining the top-10 list of benefits for walkable communities:
- Less traffic congestion
- Higher property values
- Lower transportation costs
- More places to have fun
- Stronger communities
- Reduced crime
- Better access for non-drivers
- Less stress
- Less pollution
- Better health
Reading about “walkable communities” always makes me think of my clients, Becky and Hal.
When Becky was relocating to Atlanta she wanted to find the best public schools for her children. So, Becky reviewed the school reports and decided East Cobb County would be the focus of her home search. The schools in Marietta were among the top ranking in the state, and houses were within her price range.
Hal was living in Inman Park. Located two miles east of downtown Atlanta, Inman Park is a close-knit community with locally owned shops and businesses. Moving to the suburbs of Atlanta was a big step for Hal.
I remember Hal asking, “Where can I walk to get my white sauce pizza?” My answer, “No where. You’ll call and have it delivered.”
Marietta (East Cobb) would not be described as a “walkable community” — but, you can find neighborhood subdivisions with sidewalks. You can find parks. You can find locally owned shops and businesses.
And, you can find pizza with an Alfredo sauce. I just called, mine will be ready for pick-up in 15 minutes.
Related Post: How to Find the Best Atlanta Walking Neighborhood
How to Research Atlanta Real Estate to Meet My Personal Needs
February 26, 2008
Every day a new website is born featuring neighborhood maps, demographics, property listings, and more. The internet enables you to research sales data, public tax records, addresses of sex offenders, toxic waste locations, school rankings and test scores, property tax millage rates; the list goes on.
Obtaining all this information will still not answer your questions, “How do I find the best place to live in Atlanta”? “How do I sell my home in this market without giving it away?” At least not with a peace of mind.
It takes a specialist to quiet those nagging thoughts; to validate your assumptions; to give credibility to your course of action.
In my opinion, we (North Atlanta Realty Group) are Atlanta specialists, an authority on Atlanta real estate. Our knowledge only becomes an asset - an item of value - when it is shared.
Here are the characteristics which, I believe, define an authority:
- Well informed and up to date on industry news. We are prepared to answer your questions with candor and honesty.
- Aggregate and filter information. We weed out the junk and provide a no-nonsense overview to help you move forward.
- Provide a rigorous depth of research. We analyze the Atlanta market and provide information that is unique.
- Makes knowledge accessible for the general populace. We present concepts, data and information in a way that is understandable to a non-specialist audience — with respect for your knowledge.
- Expand the conceptual field. We challenge the traditional concepts and practices of the real estate industry.
To provide excellent service with proven results, we need more information than a list of multiple listing numbers two days before you arrive in Atlanta. We need to know more than how much money you want from the sale of your house. Or, how much money you spent getting it ready to go on the market.
Developing knowledge demands relationship and sharing of ideas. Providing excellent service with proven results requires no less.
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