Jan 05

Does the Metro Atlanta Real Estate Market Mimic the New HGTV Shows?

By Margaret Safford

HGTV recently announced it’s new lineup of reality real estate made for TV shows for 2009. Four new shows debut this week and ironically, a couple actually mirror the state of the Atlanta Metro real estate market. The line up includes:

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Dec 02

Marketing My Atlanta Metro Home – Should I Avoid the Holidays?

By Margaret Safford

It never fails that my phone will ring or an email will hit my inbox with the question, “is the holiday season a bad time to attempt to sell my Atlanta Metro home?” I always answer by saying it depends! If you are relocating to Houston, TX and must report to your new job January 1, 2009, it seems to me you really have no other option. If however, you aren’t “pressed” to sell, maybe you should consider waiting until after the first of the year. Those who “bite the bullet’ and place their Metro Atlanta home on the market during the holiday season are motivated and competing with these serious sellers will be a steep uphill climb for those who maybe aren’t as highly motivated.

How Much Can I Decorate My Atlanta Metro Home?

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Nov 19

Metro Atlanta Selected to List of Best Cities

By Margaret Safford
In case you missed it, Forbes.com recently compiled a “Best List” for affordable retirement cities and Atlanta was listed as the number 9 city. Not only is Atlanta a vibrant, hip city for young professionals and families, it’s also a migration magnet for those over the age of 65. So Why Include Atlanta in this ... [Continue Reading]
Oct 31

Creative Ways to Save for Your Next Metro Atlanta Home

By Margaret Safford
We all know that consumer confidence is low and the Metro Atlanta real estate market is sluggish at best but there are great home buying deals to be had out there. If you’ve thought about buying a Metro Atlanta home but are worried you don’t have sufficient funds for a down payment and the closing ... [Continue Reading]
Oct 29

Keep a Thrifty Metro Atlanta Home

By Margaret Safford
It’s no secret we are all looking for creative ways to help save a little extra cash. Whether you’re thinking about buying a Metro Atlanta area home of just looking to save some cash for the up coming holiday season we all need to be resourceful. With that thought in mind, here are a few ... [Continue Reading]
Sep 23

Tips to Moving to Gwinnett County with Kids

By Margaret Safford
Because I assist hundreds of clients each year with their move to Gwinnett County, I know how difficult it can be. Especially on the little ones. Sure they adjust, but it’s seldom easy. Because of my experience I’ve learned a thing or two about what you can do for your children to make those transitions ... [Continue Reading]
Aug 22

5 Easy Steps to De-Cluttering Your Gwinnett County Family Home

By Margaret Safford
Are you thinking about selling your Gwinnett County home? If you have lived there for all while, no doubt you have accumulated your fair share of clutter. Now the task becomes what to keep and what to get rid of in the way of family keepsakes and mementos. This is especially true if your children ... [Continue Reading]
Jul 28

5 Reasons Why Your Next Gwinnett County Real Estate Agent Should Be a Blogger

By Margaret Safford
Learn How Gwinnett County Realtors who Blog Will Help You Succeed! Yes – it’s true! A Gwinnett County real estate agent who blogs really is a different type of Realtor! How you ask? Did you know according to the National Association of Realtors less than 10% of Realtors blog. I dare say that number is ... [Continue Reading]
Jul 21

Is Now the Best Time for First-time Home Buyers?

By Margaret Safford
Are You Ready to Jump In the Gwinnett County Real Estate Market? If you have been thinking about jumping into the Gwinnett County real estate market, right now might be your best opportunity. Interest rates are still very attractive and the inventory of homes for sale in Gwinnett County is very good offering you many ... [Continue Reading]
Jun 30

The Advantages of Owning Gwinnett County Real Estate

By Margaret Safford
Though you might find this hard to believe, if you’re renting an apartment or rental house, it might make better sense to buy that first Gwinnett County home. Here in Gwinnett County, you could practically buy a home for what monthly rents are going for in our area. If you find yourself wanting to see ... [Continue Reading]
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