10 Reasons to Buy a Home- Do Not Rent!

10 Reasons to Buy a Home- Do Not Rent!







Buy a Home because:

1. You have deductions on your income taxes. Take off the interest and property tax from your tax return. Pay taxes on the reduce income amount!


2. You are the Boss! No Landlord!


3. Your house payment will not go up. Your rent does go up each year!


4. You can change the color of the walls without asking. Decorate, Decorate, Decorate!


5. Long term appreciation. Your home is a investment. Rentals do not appreciate because you do not own them!


6. Peace and Quite! No one is walking above you!


7. You do not have to pay a security deposit for a Pet!


8. Less chance of your neighbor catching your home on fire. Greater chance of fire in Rental!


9. It is always temporary to Rent!


10. Your home is your castle. When the world is upside down, home is an emotional comfort and a haven.

Teresa Johnson at REMAX Greater Atlanta; 770-888-0021; www.AtlantaHomeStore.com

14 Steps to Home Ownership for the First Time Buyer!

14 Steps to Home Ownership for the First Time Buyer!

Buying a home for the first time can be very exciting and nerve racking! Many people have so many people giving them "tips", they can hardly make a decision! The list of documents that you have to get for the mortgage lender seems never ending. What about closing! You have to go to an attorney's office and sign a stack of documents. You are nervous. Have you made the right decision? Where is the door to get away!

Maybe the following bullet points will make the process easier! I have a team of wonderful, caring and helpful agents who want you to have a good buying experience. We explain, explain, explain. Ask away! Call us today, we are there to help you. To get started read below.

1. Contact a Mortgage Lender and get the process started! Hannah Johnson, Home Advantage Mortgage 770-888-1511, can help you or recommend you to someone who can help you. No obligation. She can tell you what price home you can qualify for, what your payments will be, and what your credit score is. When applying for a loan the credit report and appraisal fees (around $350) are usually collected. If you need to work on your credit, she can give you ideas on what to do to pull your report score up. She will provide you a "good faith" estimate. You will know before you look for a home what price and payment are right for you. There are many loans to pick from including FHA, VA (if you are a veteran), and Conventional. There are some basic questions and answers on her website http://www.atlantaloanstore.com/ . How do I know how much house I can afford? What is the difference between a fixed-rate loan and an adjustable-rate loan? How is an index and margin used in an ARM? How do I know which type of mortgage is best for me? What does my mortgage payment include? How much cash will I need to purchase a home?


2. Call Teresa Johnson and Associates at RE/MAX Greater Atlanta 770-888-0021; TeresaJohnson@remax.net . Look at property only with a qualified Buyer Agent. As a buyer agent, we work for your behalf. We will show you properties that fit your criteria. Once we find a property we negotiate and write all offers on current contract forms provided by the Georgia Association of REALTORS and written by attorneys. We will negotiate with the seller to pay our commission. We will negotiate all needed contingencies including financing and inspections.


3. You would need to meet the financial time supplications of our purchase and sales contract, you would need to make sure that your mortgage lender has totally qualify you for your loan. This means that you have given the the lender all requested documents, have had the mortgage appraiser complete the appraisal, and have the underwriter approve the loan. This loan approval should be written and a copy should be given to your agent. The agent should be working closely with the lender during this process to assure that there are no surprises that may cause you not to receive financing or lose your deposits.


4. After the terms of the contract are agreed upon, we strongly encourage anyone buying a home to purchase a Home Inspection from a qualified and insured Home Inspector. I prefer that they be a member of the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI). By joining this organization they have the opportunity to become more informed, maintain certain standards of practice and adherence to a strict code of ethics. What homes need to be inspected? All homes including New and Resales! The inspector will not only provide valuable expert technical knowledge but can also provide general information on how to service and maintain their equipment. This helps the home buyer have less problems in the future because they are educated about the products which are installed in their home. The ASHI association provides a Virtual Home Inspection for the consumer which is a tour of what a Home Inspector will evaluate when inspecting a home.


5. The purchaser should purchase a Termite Letter as a part of the inspection. Any repairs should be negotiated with the removal of the Inspection contingency. Many agents argue that it should be the responsibility of the Seller to provide a Termite Letter. I would encourage the purchaser to hire their own Termite company.


6. We also recommend that you purchase a current survey. This is optional, but recommended.


7. Seek an Homeowners Insurance Policy. This policy should cover the cost of rebuilding the home in case of fire or natural disaster. This is something that you should shop around for on your own. The policy payment receipt should be provided to the closing attorney.


8. Set up utilities for your new home. The agent can provide you with a list of utility companies. You should contact those companies for is needed in having the utilities set up in your name on a certain date.


9. Plan your move. Do you need a mover or a friend with a truck?


10. Be prepare to purchase Buyer's Title Insurance at the closing- This covers you, the buyer, in the event that the title is not clear. This is usually optional, but recommended.


11. You will select a walk-through date. This is the last chance you have to make sure all items listed on the inspection list have been repaired.


12. Be flexible if a problem or delay arises. Your agent will keep you informed. You may have to sign additional contract amendments.


13. For the closing, here is a list of some of the items that the buyer, the seller and the lender need to bring. The lender needs to give the purchaser the RESPA, Truth in Lending Disclosure Statement, the mortgage, the mortgage note, any escrow accounts required for the buyer, and the check for the seller. The seller needs final tax bills, any documents required to clear the title, driver's license, and keys to the house. The buyer needs to bring a cashier's check for the remainder of the down payment, plus the balance due for any other payments (you will be informed of the amount), any documents required by the lender, and you may need your check book for small dollar amounts.


14. CONGRATULATIONS! You have gone to closing, signed all the closing papers, and have paid the amount required to close. You are now the proud owners of your first home!
    
    

Aunt Henrietta- My Hero!

Aunt Henrietta- My Hero!

My husband's aunt, Henrietta Kinney, lived in North Carolina. She was born in Madison county, Georgia. Recently, at 89 years old. she passed away and joined so many that she had comforted who had already gone to Heaven. For the last 30 years, I received wonderful greeting cards from Aunt Henry. She always included a brief note, a wonderful scripture and a praise. What a wonderful ministry she had in so many lives. She always put others in front of herself. She visited the nursing home, cooked for the sick, grew a garden, and always "Praised the Lord"! She sent hundreds of birthday and anniversary cards. I ask her one time if she had a file box (she didn't use a computer) with reminders of whose birthday was when! She said no that she would think of a date and could remember whose birthday or anniversary that was on that date. If one of her friends or relative was sick, she would mail or bring a cake. Then she sent "Thank you" cards to anyone who may have taken care of her friend or relative. When my daughter was sick with cancer, she sent a small gift every week. I would love to care as much as Aunt Henry. I cherish the cards, pictures and notes from her. I saved everyone!

Teresa Johnson & Associates; RE/MAX Greater Atlanta; Serving the Metro Area of Atlanta,GA http://www.atlantahomestore.com/; (770) 888-0021; TeresaJohnson@remax.net/

30 Important Questions...The Expired Listings Survey.

30 Important Questions... The Expired Listings Survey

Why Do Homes Not Sell?

1. Why did your listing or home not sell?



2. What could have been done differently?



3. Was the price incorrect? Was the price adjusted during the listing period? Was the home listed with the agent because they quoted the "highest price"?



4. Was the home listing with the "listing agent" because the agent was
   "a friend"? If so did that make it easier or harder to work with that person?



5. Had the "listing agent' sold many homes?



6. Had the "listing agent" have negotiation training? What designations did the agent hold?



7. What did the "listing agent" past customer think about that agents abilities? Would they use that agent again?



8. Was the home listed because the agent offered the lowest commission? Or did that matter? Did the "listing agent" compare the relationship of "Price" to "Time to Sell".



9. Was a market analyze prepared with "up to date information" at the listing presentation?



10. Were market updates provided during the listing period?



11. How long was the home listed?



12. Did the agent hold an open house and invite the neighborhood?



13. Was the listing adverted on the Internet or in print?



14. Were there "flyers" available in the house and on the street? Were the flyers in Color?



15. Was the house "staged"?



16. Was there regular "feedback" from other agents given to the homeowner?



17. Did the agent list and forget the home? Did they just wait for the home to sell by another agent?



18. Was the newspaper classified used?



19. What websites were used to advertise the listings?



20. Was the agent "full time" or "part time"?



21. Was the agent "experienced"?



22. Was the agent with a real estate company known for selling homes? What is their market share in the community?



23. Did the agent have paid staff to service the listing?



24. Did the agent "prequalify" all prospective purchasers with an experience lender?



25. Did the agent promote the home to other agents in their community?



26. Did the agent explain "agency" on the initial meeting?



27. Did the agent offer a "marketing" plan?



28. Is the agent a "Broker"?



29. Does the agent return phone calls in a timely manner?



30. Does the agent offer a visual tour of the home?

Any ideas on this list? Did I cover all areas? What are your thoughts on "Expired" Listings?

Teresa Johnson & Associates; RE/MAX Greater Atlanta; Serving the Metro Area of Atlanta,GA http://www.atlantahomestore.com/; (770) 888-0021; TeresaJohnson@remax.net/

Listings that have "Expired" on our Multiple Listing Service!

Listings that have "Expired" on our Multiple Listing Service!

In our market there are many homes that have been listed by local agents for a certain time period and have not "Sold". The expired home owners are discouraged when their homes "expires". They wanted their homes to sell so that they could go on with their plans. Was there something wrong with their homes? Did the agent not advertise the listing correctly? What happened!

Many times there is nothing wrong with the house. What I find is there are a few factors that MUST be correct before the listing is signed. The agent must take time to get the price correct. The agent must be trained in staging a home and preparing it for sale. The home must be listed for the correct amount of time. The home must be expose in the right "Internet" sites. What are these factors? Does the agent have the knowledge to "correctly" place the listing in the MLS for the home to sell? Listing a Home to Sell is an art. Not every REALTOR who carries a license has that gift. Not only is it a gift but the know how comes from years of knowledge.

Does every home we list sell before the expiration period? No. We must evaluate, evaluate, evaluate the home during the listing period and take into account new listings, showing feedback and the local market. We can miss selling a home because we have the home overpriced by $2000 or there my be too many weeds in the yard. Sometimes it is hard to share that information with a seller. We must to sell the home.

Our team has been very successful in selling "Expired Listings". If you find yourself in this position give us a try. We care and sell 10 to 30 homes a month!

Teresa Johnson & Associates; RE/MAX Greater Atlanta; Serving the Metro Area of Atlanta,GA http://www.atlantahomestore.com/; (770) 888-0021; TeresaJohnson@remax.net/

Should there be a National MLS?

Should there be a National MLS?

In the Atlanta, Georgia area there are two Multiple Listing Services (MLS). We have to list our properties on both sites. As an agent you have to have both systems to compete. Both systems cost money and increase our expense but do not necessarily increase our exposure. What to do?

There is a move to go towards a national MLS. That might be the way to go. Many of the options being considered are REALTOR.com. Our listings automatically are posted on that site from our MLS. I pay extra every month so that my listings are featured, enhanced and so that the virtual tour is available. MarketLinx already manages approximately 90% of the MLS in the marketplace. This company provides the software for local MLS's. Other national MLS options could come from Zillow, Point2, Oodle, Edgeio, Propsmart, BackPage or Live Deal.

Would the consumer be better served by a national MLS system or by a local MLS system?

Dawsonville, Georgia- A Great Place to Live or Visit!

Dawsonville, Georgia- A Great Place to Live or Visit!

My family sold their home at Martin's Landing in Roswell and moved to Dawsonville, Georgia twenty five years ago. They bought land for $1,500 an acre. The people in Dawson county have always been warm and friendly. Never have they made my folks feel like an "outsider". They attended church in town and my grandparents are buried off the square.

The old town square is historical and a crossroads to Amicalola Falls, Dahlonga, Cummings, and Gainesville, Ga. The center of the square houses the historical Courthouse and jailhouse, shops, stores and a restaurant or two.

To shop you wind east on Highway 53 to Interstate 400. You find grocery stores, restaurants, Wal-mart, Home Depot, Dawson 400 Cinema, and the Dawsonville Premium Outlet Mall.

Other attractions in Dawson County are:

• Amicalola State Park and Lodge


• Appalachian Trail


• Bradley's Pumpkin Patch and Christmas Trees


• Burt's Pumpkin Farm


• Dawson Art Council


• Dawson 400 Cinema


• Dawsonville Pool Room


• Kangaroo Conservation Center


• Lake Lanier


• Len Foote Hike Inn


• Old Jail


• Old Courthouse


• Uncle Shuck's Corn Maze

If you are looking to buy a home is this great community. We would appreciate your call!

Teresa Johnson & Associates; RE/MAX Greater Atlanta; Serving the Metro Area of Atlanta,GA http://www.atlantahomestore.com/; (770) 888-0021; TeresaJohnson@remax.net/

Who needs a Home Inspection?

I strongly encourage anyone buying a home to purchase a Home Inspection from a qualified and insured Home Inspector. I prefer that they be a member of the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI). By joining this organization they have the opportunity to become more informed, maintain certain standards of practice and adherence to a strict code of ethics. What homes need to be inspected? All homes including New and Resales!

The inspector will not only provide valuable expert technical knowledge but can also provide general information on how to service and maintain their equipment. This helps the home buyer have less problems in the future because they are educated about the products which are installed in their home.

The ASHI association provides a Virtual Home Inspection for the consumer which is a tour of what a Home Inspector will evaluate when inspecting a home.

A great site to look at which will scare you into using a home inspector is Home Inspection Nightmares. This article shows 23 posts with pictures of "you won't believe it" inspection items including a "Dog Head" holding up a kitchen floor. These articles were part of This Old House website.

Teresa Johnson & Associates; RE/MAX Greater Atlanta; Serving the Metro Area of Atlanta,GA http://www.atlantahomestore.com/; (770) 888-0021; TeresaJohnson@remax.net/

www.Realtor.com and www.WorldProperties.com

A wonderful tool that I have used for several years to get business is the "enhanced" Realtor.com. When I list my properties on our Multi Listing Services (MLS) the listing is usually downloaded for free into Realtor.com. I pay for the enhanced version. This version allows me to have the "Spinning House" symbol for my visual or virtual tour. I can enhance and add to the wording of the description. My properties can be searched first before other properties. I have found that many out of town buyers found my listings on Realtor.com.

One of the benefits of being on Realtor.com is that you can have your listings placed on http://www.worldproperties.com/ for Free! This is a website offered by the National Association of Realtors. Once the listings are placed on http://www.realtor.com/ agents can call within 24 hours and ask that the listings appear.

Most Realtors have never heard of this Free and wonderful tool! Yet this international listing service may bring the right buyer to that sellers home today!

Teresa Johnson & Associates; RE/MAX Greater Atlanta; Serving the Metro Area of Atlanta,GA http://www.atlantahomestore.com/;

(770) 888-0021; http://mailto:TeresaJohnson@remax.net/

Thank you to all my clients that I have known through the years!

Thank you to all my clients that I have known through the years!

In 1990 I was a young mom looking for a way to make money and take care of my 4 small children. I loved working in the sales and marketing field. But that is hard to do with 4 small children. My husband, Doug, worked as a commercial property manager in Atlanta at the time and held a real estate license. One day we were driving along in Buford, Georgia and we noticed a HUD foreclosure sign. During those days, we were in a recession and there were many foreclosures on the market. The agent told me that I should sell real estate. My husband got his broker license and I got my real estate agent license. His commercial company allowed him to do this. We were in business! So in my basement of my home in Suwanee, Ga we started "Johnson Realty". I sold HUD and VA foreclosures! I didn't have MLS, a lock box key, or even a computer.

Then my friend at church asked me to list his home in Flowery Branch, Georgia. I knew an artist who hand painted a beautiful "Johnson Realty" sign. Soon I had a buyer and then another listing. Then I had 15 listings and I was still selling foreclosures.

We did get MLS, FMLS, lock boxes, lock box keys, professional signs, offices, agents and many listings and sales. Several years later we joined a national franchise and had 3 offices in 3 counties! Recently, we closed our franchise offices and joined a wonderful company, RE/Max Greater Atlanta.

Over the years I have had the opportunity to meet so many wonderful friends. I have sold and listed and sold their homes over the years. Thank you for allowing me to serve you!

Teresa Johnson & Associates; RE/MAX Greater Atlanta; Serving the Metro Area of Atlanta,GA http://www.atlantahomestore.com/; (770) 888-0021; TeresaJohnson@remax.net/

Have you ever thought of installing an outdoor grill?

Have you ever thought of installing an outdoor grill?

Outdoor Grills are very affordable these days. Everyone loves a cookout. Dad becomes a great chef when he stands over an open fire with smoke blowing into his face. You cannot buy a steak at a resturant anywhere that taste as good as one cooked in the back yard. To learn more of the basics of outdoor grills click the following article. Bone up on outdoor kitchen basics.

Outdoor grills will be as common in the future. When selling a home the future buyer will expect the home to offer grills.

Teresa Johnson & Associates; RE/MAX Greater; Serving the Metro Area of Atlanta,GA http://www.atlantahomestore.com/(770) 888-0021; TeresaJohnson@remax.net

Pets and the Sale of your Home.

Pets and the Sale of your Home.

Most of us have our pets that we love. They come in all sizes. Some are loud. Some are sweet. Some are dangerous. Many buyers I work with will not enter into a home if there is a dog loose in the home. They are afraid of the pet. I have had many dogs and a few cats try to bite me while I showing property.

Many pets have soiled the carpet, furniture or drapes. I have found that if I can smell it I cannot sell it! Clean, Clean, Clean or either Replace.

Make a plan for your pet before you place your home on the market. Many families put "Spot" in the garage and place a note on the garage door. Some take the pet to work or let a family member care for the pet.

Good luck on selling your home. Your pet will survive the selling process and so will you!

Teresa Johnson & Associates; RE/MAX Greater; Serving the Metro Area of Atlanta,GA http://www.atlantahomestore.com/(770) 888-0021; TeresaJohnson@remax.net

Selling Your Home? PACK IT UP!

Selling Your Home? PACK IT UP!

Less is best when selling your home. Are you planning on moving? Start packing! I have suggested that people start packing everything that they can get by without. Place the boxes neatly in your garage, basement, or rent a storage building. Some have even used the POD Storage Units.

Look at each room from a buyers point of view. Does the room look small? Maybe you have too much furniture in that room. Does your room look too small because there is too much "stuff"? Do you have beautiful collections? I have shown homes to potential buyers. I asked them "how do you like this home"? They can't remember what the home looked like because they were looking at the pictures or collection of items the home owner displayed.

Is the home "clean"? Are the beds made and the sink empty? Remove all shampoo, soap, bath clothes and towels from the bathtub. Do not leave undergarments out for all to see.

Last year I met a family who had their home on the market (with another agent) for over a year without a buyer. They were discouraged. When I went into their home, I found that it was clean. They just collected everything from teddy bears to baseball caps. They had a lot of furniture is a small home. The last agent told them that it was alright to have a "lived in looking" home. I told them to pack it away. They started packing. The house seemed to add square feet. We were happy that it sold in 6 weeks!

Teresa Johnson & Associates; RE/MAX Greater; Serving the Metro Area of Atlanta,GA http://www.atlantahomestore.com/(770) 888-0021; TeresaJohnson@remax.net

Do I have to "Paint" my home to sell it?

Do I have to "Paint" my home to sell it?

It depends! Many homes are decorated beautifully and tastefully with colors that are to the owners preference. But what if your home is painted green and all my furniture is pink and blue. Yes, maybe I do need new furniture! But the point is that I cannot picture my belongings in your home. Therefore, I go to the next home.

I suggest that the home be "neutralized". Paint it colors that will go with any furniture. If you visit many new homes, you will see that the decorators have done this.

Fresh paint can make a great first impression!


Teresa Johnson & Associates; RE/MAX Greater; Serving the Metro Area of Atlanta,GA http://www.atlantahomestore.com/(770) 888-0021; TeresaJohnson@remax.net

Curb Appeal is very important when "Selling Your Home"!

Curb Appeal is very important when "Selling Your Home"!

Many sellers paint and carpet the inside of their homes when time comes to sell but they overlook the outside. When a potential buyer arrives at the home the first impression is very important. I tell sellers to stand on the street and look at their home from the buyer's prospective. Can you see the house? Are the bushes and trees grown up? Are there weeds in the the flower beds? Clean the yard. Then manicure the landscaping! Plant flowers which are appropriate for the season. Pressure wash the driveway and sidewalk. Paint the house if necessary. Remove the garbage cans, woodpiles against the house and children's toys. Repair eves, porches, doors and windows if needed. Cut the grass. Give your home a look the buyers cannot resist!

Teresa Johnson & Associates; RE/MAX Greater; Serving the Metro Area of Atlanta,GA http://www.atlantahomestore.com/(770) 888-0021; TeresaJohnson@remax.net

Hall County Students Return to School

Hall County Students Return to School!
Hall County Schools begin Thursday, August 9th! The Hall County Schools are as follows:
Elementary Schools:
Chestnut Mountain Flowery Branch Friendship Jones Lanier Lula Lyman Hall Martin
McEver Mount Vernon Myers Oakwood Riverbend Sardis Spout Springs Sugar Hill
Tadmore Wauka Mountain White Sulphur
Middle Schools:
Chestatee Middle Davis Middle East Hall Middle North Hall Middle South Hall Middle West Hall Middle
High Schools:
Chestatee High East Hall High Evening High Flowery Branch High Johnson High
North Hall High West Hall High
Superintendent Will Schofield will be hosting a new feature on the Board of Education website called the "Superintendent's Journal". He will be able to share news about the schools to the community.
The Board has asked that all students bring water bottles. The temperature has been around 100 degrees each day. Each school will also keep 50-100 of water in case of an emergency.
Teresa Johnson & Associates; RE/MAX Greater; Serving the Metro Area of Atlanta,GA http://www.atlantahomestore.com/(770) 888-0021; TeresaJohnson@remax.net

Gainesville is celebrating Lake Lanier's 50 Anniversary!

GAINESVILLE GEORGIA IS CELEBRATING LAKE LANIER'S 50 ANNIVERSARY!
Lake Lanier's Marinas are preparing to celebrate the Lake's 50th Anniversary! There will be special events, prizes, contests, and more! LakeLanier50 organizers and Lakeside Newspaper are sponsoring a "50 Years of Lake Lanier" Photo Contest. (I love seeing Lake Art and Photos). The deadline to enter is Friday, August 17.
On Saturday, October 6, 2007 at 8 AM a Buford Dam 5K Run will be held!
The Lake Lanier's main website is Lake Lanier link!


To learn more of Lake Lanier's history. Click this link! Lake Lanier's History!
Teresa Johnson & Associates; RE/MAX Greater; Serving the Metro Area of Atlanta,GA http://www.atlantahomestore.com/(770) 888-0021; TeresaJohnson@remax.net

I found a wonderful site to post my pictures for free!

I found a wonderful site to post my pictures for free! The site is http://www.slideshare.net/. You have to put your pictures into a power-point presentation but you can post it to your blog. It is similar to a visual-tour. I enjoyed the site and used it for my free blog at http://www.blogger.com/ .

Fun, Fun, Fun!

Teresa Johnson & Associates; RE/MAX Greater; Serving the Metro Area of Atlanta,GA
http://www.atlantahomestore.com/(770) 888-0021; TeresaJohnson@remax.net

When working with Seller, I list to Sell!

When listing a home I try to always list at a price to "Sell"! When first starting in real estate, I would list a home for what ever a Seller would say. Then I would work as hard as I could to sell it. I would feel personally reasonable if the home did not sell. After several years of this torture, I realize that I was just scared of telling the Seller the truth about pricing his home. I was not doing him any good or myself.

Now, I consider a listing presentation a business meeting. Together the Seller and I look at is what is the logical price for the listing based on similar homes in the area. I do not feel that the home should be overpriced. I express that to the agents inquiring about the property. The Seller should set a price and just say "No" and stick to it. Many homes I receive multiple offers. I may miss the correct price sometimes. So I prepare the Seller to be open to adjusting the price a thousand or two.

Our team closes between 10 and 30 homes a month.

Lake Lanier Community on 1 acre lot $319,900 5 Bedrooms and 3.5 Baths

LAKE COMMUNITY ON 1 ACRE LOT! $319,900! 5 BEDROOMS AND 3.5 BATHS!

LOVELY, LARGE "NEW" HOME IN QUIET LAKE LANIER COMMUNITY SITUATED ON OVER 1 ACRE! FULL OF CURB APPEAL, THIS IS ONE YOU'LL BE PROUD TO CALL HOME! SPOTLIGHTS INCLUDE: GRANITE COUNTERS W/ ISLAND, WALL OVEN AND MICROWAVE MAKING THIS GOURMET KIT A JOY! SOARING CEILINGS! GORGEOUS HARDWOOD FLOORS! IMPRESSIVE DINING ROOM FOR FABULOUS DINNER PARTIES! 5 BEDROOMS/3.5 BATHS! GUEST BEDROOM. & BATH ON MAIN LEVEL FOR ADDED PRIVACY! LARGE MASTER W/TREY CEILING & LUXURY BATH THAT OWNER WILL LOVE! FULL DAYLIGHT BASEMENT STUBBED FOR BATH! SECURITY SYSTEM! SWIM/TENNIS NEIGHBORHOOD! PARKS ARE VERY CLOSE-BY! SELLER PAYS $3000 TOWARD CLOSING WITH PREFERRED LENDER! GREAT LAKE COMMUNITY YOU'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR!

770-888-0021 OR TeresaJohnson@remax.net REMAX Greater Atlanta http://www.atlantahomestore.com/

How do builders see Real Estate Agents...Friend or Foe?

How do builders see Real Estate Agents...Friend or Foe?

Working with new home sales, builders, and developers in this market has been much different from past years when homes sold at full price. Many builders are looking at losing all profits and even all of their assets because of low offers and paying monthly interest payments for homes remaining on the market for long periods of time.

I do not really understand "why" the building industry is suffering. Interest rates are low. Unemployment is down. The stock market is up. People should be flocking to new communities to buy the wonderful homes in the new home subdivision. I feel that the market is a direct result of the media announcing everyday that "the Real Estate market is down".

The Real Estate Agent is the one bringing the low offer. I do understand how the builder does see the agent as the "foe". I would like your comments on this situation.

Welcome Home, You are Going to Love It! 4 Bedrooms and 2.5 Baths! $204,900!

Welcome Home, You are Going to Love It! 4 Bedrooms and 2.5 Baths! $204,900! New Construction Off I-85!

Smile Cause You're Going To Love This New Home! An Escape From City Life Yet Convenient To It All! Spotlights Include: Full Basement! Two Story Foyer! Extensive Trim and Upgrades! Elegant Formal Dining Room! Formal Living Room and Spacious Family Room! Lovely Large Kitchen and Breakfast Area! Stunning Wood Floors! Rear Stairway Leads to 4 Bedrooms and 2 Baths! Stylish Powder Room on Main Level! High Ceilings! Trey Ceiling! Dream Master Bath! Irrigation System and More! Great Area for Commuters With I-85 Approx. 5 Minuets Away! Move In Ready For Your Family Now!

Teresa Johnson; REMAX Greater Atlanta; 770-844-9944 TeresaJohnson@remax.net

SABLE CHASE COMMUNITY IN ATLANTA! 4 BEDROOMS AND 2.5 BATHS! $155,722!!!

SABLE CHASE COMMUNITY IN ATLANTA! 4 BEDROOMS AND 2.5 BATHS! $155,722!!!

Lovely Home Offering 4 Bedrooms / 2.5 Baths! Formal Living Room & Formal Dining Room Make Entertaining Easy! Nice Kitchen With Breakfast Area & Sep. Bar...Kitchen Opens To the Large & Inviting Family Room W/ Fireplace! Generous Master Suite Boasts Trey Ceiling and Has Double Doors Leading to Additional Room W/Closet...Would Make Wonderful Lounging Room For Owners or Perfect for Office, Nursery or Whatever Your Needs May Be! This is a Beautifully Kept Home Located on Cul-de-Sac Lot. That's A Must To See!

Teresa Johnson and Associates RE/MAX Greater Atlanta 770-888-0021

Brentwood Estates $126,900! Stepless Ranch Priced to Sell!

Brentwood Estates $126,900! Stepless Ranch Priced to Sell!

Stepless Ranch Priced to Sell! Great Priced Ranch In Neighborhood With Community Fishing Lake! This Lovely Home Offers: Large Living Room Boasting High Vaulted Ceiling W/Beautiful Fireplace! Charming Sep. Dining Room! Well Appointed Kitchen With Loads of Cabinets and Spacious Breakfast Area! Generous Master Bedroom With Large Walk-In Closet and Spa-Like Bath With Deep Garden Tub, Sep. Shower and Double Vanites! Spacious Secondary Bedrooms and Bath! Great Covered Back Patio/Porch Overlooking Level Backyard! Entertainment and Major Shopping Closeby! Away From the Rat Race Yet I-85 Aprox. 5 Minutes Away...Perfect Location for Commuters! Hurry...At This Price It Won't Last Long!

Teresa Johnson RE/MAX770-844-9944Email: TeresaJohnson@remax.net

$535000 Here It Is Nestled on 5+ Acres!

Teresa Johnson and Associates | Remax Greater Atlanta | 21sold@bellsouth.net | 770-888-0021 190 Station Trail, Dawsonville, GA Picture Perfect on 5+ Acres With Finished Terrace Level! Professionally Decorated! Full of Extras and Special Touches! 3 Bdrm Single Family House offered at $535,000 Year Built 2004 Sq Footage Unspecified Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 3 full, 1 partial Floors 2 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size 5.33 acres HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION Picture Perfect Cape Cod Majestically Resting on 5+ Acres! Professionally Decorated Makes Entertaining Easy at All Times! Impressive Formal Dining Room That Can Easily Accommodate 12 Seats! Marvelous Kitchen That's a Cooks Delight! Graceful Keeping Room That Will Surely Be a Popular Gathering Spot for the Whole Family! Awesome Master Suite With Spa-Like Bath For All Your Comforts and Needs! Wonderful Screened Porch For Relaxing Evenings! Large Bonus Room! Finished Terrace Level Full of Possibilities! This Home Offers So Much That It's Impossible to List It All! Close Your Eyes and Feel It...You've Found Your Way Home! see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES Central A/C Central heat Fireplace High/Vaulted ceiling Walk-in closet Hardwood floor Tile floor Family room Living room Bonus/Rec room Dining room Breakfast nook Dishwasher Granite countertop Basement Laundry area - inside Balcony, Deck, or Patio Yard Jacuzzi/Whirlpool OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES Screened Porch! Walk-In Pantry! Trey & Vaulted Ceilings! Hardwood Floors! Professional Landscaping! ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Seller contact info: Teresa Johnson and Associates Remax Greater Atlanta 21sold@bellsouth.net 770-888-0021 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing