When buying a home, you’re making a huge investment, most likely the largest and most important investment you’ll ever make. So, you’re probably looking for a little extra peace of mind in the process. But with so many costs associated with purchasing your home (especially your first home) you might be asking yourself if a warranty is really necessary on top of everything else. Our answer? Yes, absolutely. The simple reasoning behind a home...
If there is anything the millennial generation does consistently, it’s bucking the norm. While previous generations favored the convenience of car-reliant suburbs over urban living, we’re seeing more and more millennials flock to the lifestyle afforded by walkable city centers. But, it’s not just millennials moving intown, the trend has begun radiating out to older generations, too, especially as boomers consider a change in lifestyle to go along with their downsized homes. But, what’s attracting...
There is MUCH to be excited about at Hanover Place in Alpharetta, GA! The construction abounds and it
Home Buyers at Dowell Farms in Marietta, GA have one more reason to feel financially secure about their home investment choice. For the 15th consecutive year, Cobb County has achieved "Triple AAA" ratings for its general obligation bonds from the nation's three major rating agencies - Standard & Poor's, Moody
During the day, Sims Lake Park in Suwanee is an idyllic retreat where people come for a jog around the seven-acre lake. Children play and families enjoy scenic picnic spots. Everything is beautiful. Peaceful. But at night, scary teenage zombies charge six captive souls with telling tales of terror. They lead brave listeners through Sims Lake and they delight in your terror. It is the season of horror and if you dare to hear these...
RE/MAX Associates are thrilled about the announcement last month that RE/MAX earned highest overall satisfaction for home sellers and home buyers among national full service real estate firms in the J.D. Power and Associates 2011 Home Buyer/Seller Study. Agents and Broker/Owners are celebrating with their colleagues online and in their offices. Here are some of their comments about the difference these awards will make in their markets and for their businesses. At its annual Conference...
You've bought your first brand new home- now what do you do? After weeks of searching for a new home and going under contract, there are still quite a few things to remember after your closing. Make sure you set up your utilities as soon as possible. If you do not have a list, many times you can Google utilities where you live. When you call and give them your address, they will be able...
When considering buying a new home, the excitement of owning can sometimes be dampened by fear, uncertainty, and even disappointment. What can cause these feelings and how can you avoid them? For starters, not planning properly is probably the number one culprit. Let
A new and costly rule called Qualified Residential Mortgage is being considered by federal regulators. If the proposal passes it would require home buyers to make at least a 20% down payment on a home purchase for the most affordable rates. Federal regulators have taken a law passed by Congress intended to prevent future banking collapses and turned it into an unintended penalty on home Buyers AND home Sellers.
In the sought after town of Suwanee GA, the most anticipated event of the year is Suwanee Day. Held on September 17th this year, this popular festival will take place from 10am-10pm, and will expect to draw upwards of 40,000 people to Suwanee. The fun and excitement of Suwanee Day will kick off with a parade and will feature over 100 arts and crafts exhibitors, bounce houses, delicious food, and the annualfireworks show. There will...
