October 31, 2011
From Erika’s blog: Searching Atlanta I’ve previously written about the recent change in Georgia law, where the selling price of a Georgia house will be the assessed value for tax purposes. The law was a reaction to people owning homes that were assessed, for tax purposes, at values much higher than their true market value. […]
October 24, 2011
They say that if you want to buy a car it is better to do so on a weekday rather then a weekend, and the end of the month is known for bringing you a better deal. But, what about what day to list your house? I just read a fascinating article on Redfin. They […]
December 28, 2010
REALTORS® – did you receive an iPad under the Christmas tree this year? If so, here is your quick-start guide to setting it up! 1. Remove from the box and remove the clear plastic cover. 2. Plug it into your computer to sync it up. When iTunes launches, you’ll be asked to activate the iPad, […]
November 10, 2010
One of the best aspects of working with Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International is the camaraderie and information sharing we do among ourselves. Recently an agent asked via email: “How do you research to make sure that a property is not in the flood plain?” Neal Heery responded and we wanted to share it: The […]
October 13, 2010
Smart homebuyers, and their agents, will usually check the previous year’s taxes on prospective homes. With Atlanta’s property taxes, it was considered the prudent thing to do. But now, due to a new law, the “Fair Market Value” will be the sales price. Finding past property tax information might not be as crucial as it […]
August 25, 2010
While Atlanta’s housing market remains stuck in low gear, the trend toward certified green or “sustainable” homes has been growing. More builders are adopting sustainable practices and more buyers are weighing the economic benefit of paying a little extra up front for a house featuring environmentally sound design, construction standards and materials. “Even if the […]
December 3, 2011
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