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Atlanta REIA Main Meeting is Monday, February 13th, 2012

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Our Atlanta REIA Main Meeting is Monday Evening starting at 5:30 PM. We've got some very exciting speakers and topics you don't want to miss! Robyn Thompson will be our main speaker on rehabbing and marketing. Additionally we have several other excellent local investors and speakers talking about REI 101, IRA Investing, legal questions, mobile technology and more!

Monday, Febrary 13th @ 5:30 PM in Atlanta
Atlanta REIA Main Meeting with Robyn Thompson & Other Special Guests
Atlanta REIA Members Can Attend at No Charge
Guests Can Attend for $10 at the Door or
RSVP Online Now for FREE

Robyn ThompsonAtlanta REIA is excited to announce that Robyn Thompson, “The Queen of Rehab”, will be our main speaker at our February Main Meeting where she will teach you how to turn foreclosures, estate sales and ugly houses into fast cash and huge profits. Specifically, Robyn is going to teach you...

  • How to target after out-of-state owners with direct mail and get a whopping 12.7% response rate
  • How to get Pocket Listing from REO Realtors so you can buy the very best, most profitable foreclosure deals
  • How to target market to properties that are in probate or are estate sales with lots of equity
  • The top 5 strategies to building a massive cash buyers list so you can quickly and easily generate $15k per month. Imagine having your deals "sold" before you ever put them under contract.
  • 5 creative strategies to buy properties, even if you have no money and bad credit
  • How to locate and manage a top notch renovation crew so your rehabs will be gorgeous and finished on time and on budget
  • How to prescreen buyers in less than 10 minutes so you know with certainty that they can close and you will be cashed out
  • How to make your renovations drop dead gorgeous for pennies so you can sell for top dollar
  • and much, much more!

BonusSPECIAL BONUS for Attendees: Robyn also has a very special bonus for everyone who attends our meeting. She will be giving away a brand new Audio Course entitled "The Fast Track Principles to Wealth" which will teach you the absolute fastest way to get out of debt. She will give you the three key ingredients to becoming wealthy no matter what your current financial situation might be as well as the critical steps to wealth accumulation and the 5 steps necessary to achieve the millionaire mindset. She will also walk you through the 7 types of real estate transactions that can be done with little money down so you to can build massive wealth from mere pennies. These cutting edge strategies are how she went from a broke waitress to multi-millionaire in three short years. Robyn sells "The Fast Track Principals to Wealth" for $249, but is offering as a gift for the first 100 people who join us at our February 13th Main Meeting.

Guests can attend our meeting for $10 at the door or RSVP Online Now for FREE!

This Month's Mini-Session Topics & Guest Speakers

Dustin Griffin"What's Happening at Atlanta REIA" is a mini-session hosted by Atlanta REIA Executive Director, Dustin Griffin, to update our members and guests on many of the exciting new things that are going on at Atlanta REIA in the upcoming weeks and months such as upcoming workshops, webcasts, special events, members benefits and more!

Karen Bershad"New Member Orientation" is a mini-session hosted by Karen Bershad that is designed to introduce our new members (and guests interested in become a member) to our organization and show them multiple ways they can get involved, get connected and get educated. Come learn more about our website, meetings, networking events, workshops, webcasts, replays and more!

Russ Hiner"Real Estate Investing 101" is an new educational mini-session designed to give new real estate investors an exciting glimse into the highly profitable world of real estate investing. This month's special guest speaker is local real estate expert, Russ Hiner who will be giving you an overview of the different ways you can profit by investing in real estate.

Don DeRosa"There's an App for That" is a fun new mini-session dedicated to updating you on some of the latest and greatest applications or "apps" for your iPad, iphone or Droid smartphones and tablets for both business and personal use. We want to help you become a high-tech, mobile real estate entreprenuer and this month, Don DeRosa is going to help you do just that!

Jim Hitt"IRA Investing 101 & 201" is a 2 part mini-sesion that will be led by Jim Hitt of American IRA, LLC. Part 1 will take place this month and cover some IRA investing basics. Part 2 will take place at our March Main Meeting and will cover more intermediate to advanced IRA investing strategies.

John Maurer"Ask the Attorney" is an informative and educational mini-session where you can ask a real estate attorney your legal questions. If you don't have a real estate attorney, this will be your perfect chance to meet one and get your questions answered. This month's special guest will be John Maurer.

Joe Thompson"Have's & Wants Speed Marketing" is 30 minute marketing session hosted by Joe Thompson that is held to help facilitate deals by giving our members the opportunity to quickly market things they HAVE and no longer want and to find things they WANT but don’t yet have. Be sure to get to the meeting early and get on the speed marketing list if you want to participate.

Late Night Neworking at the Tilted Kilt Perimeter

Tilted KiltAfter the conclusion of the Main Meeting, we will be reconvening at the Tilted Kilt Perimeter located at 1155-B Mount Vernon Highway in Atlanta for the "Meeting after the Meeting". The Tilted Kilt will be offering half price appetizers as well as food and drink specials for our membes and guests. Come eat, drink, network and have fun with us as hang out late into the night!

*Meeting Agenda for February 13, 2012
5:00 pm: Vendor & Event Setup
5:30 pm: Vendor Trade Show & Networking in the Lobby
5:30 pm: New Member Orientation & Real Estate Investing 101
6:00 pm: An App for That, IRA Investing & Ask the Attorney
6:30 pm: Haves & Wants Speed Marketing Session
7:00 pm: Networking Break
7:20 pm: Vendor Door Prizes & Giveaways
7:30 pm: Main Topics with Robyn Thompson
9:30 pm: Late Nite Networking at the Tilted Kilt Perimeter!

*Please Note: Meeting agenda is subject to change.

Participating Vendors & Sponsors

Each and every month, for the duration of our meeting, we have a Vendor Tradeshow in which you can come out and meet many of our participating business members who help sponsor our meeting. It's not to late to sponsor this meeting. Business members RSVP for a Vendor Table here for only $25 by using coupon code "VIPDISCOUNT" and save $50. Thanks again sponsors!

Networth Realty of Atlanta, LLCNetworth Realty of Atlanta, LLC - A licensed, full-service residential wholesale brokerage that specializes in finding quality wholesale properties and making them available to you.
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Halperin Lyman, LLCHalperin Lyman, LLC - A transactional real property law firm devoted to providing the full spectrum of non-litigation related real estate legal and consulting services to its clientele.
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Solutions Realty NetworkSolutions Realty Network - Providing expert property management and investment services since 2003. You invest and we take care of the rest! We're the solution to all your real estate needs.
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Atlanta Carpet ServicesAtlanta Carpet Services, Inc. - Providing carpet, wood, vinyl, and tile, ACS is dedicated to every aspect of your floor covering needs from initial consultation to the sale and follow-up services.
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Fuller Center for Housing of Greater AtlantaFuller Center for Housing of Greater Atlanta - A faith-driven, Christ-centered, non-profit organization dedicated to providing adequate shelter for people in need in the Greater Atlanta area.
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American IRAAmerican IRA - The American IRA mission is to provide the highest level of customer service in the self-directed retirement industry.
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Simply Amazing Staging AtlantaSimply Amazing Staging Atlanta - We have a proven record of converting those "For Sale" signs into "Sold" signs. We use 5 proven and time tested steps to sell your home in record time.

Angel Oak Funding

Air Conditioning Experts, Inc

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Also, special thanks to all of our volunteers that help make our meetings and networking events possible!

See Atlanta REIA Events Calendar for More Events!

I hope to see you at one of our meetings or networking events soon!

Suwanee GA Real Estate Market Report for December 2011

Mark Mitchell Realtor® - Johns Creek Georgia Homes: Real Estate Agent in Johns Creek, GA

Suwanee GA Real Estate Market Report for December 2011


Active Listings: 277 homes are available for sale in Suwanee GA priced from $40,000 to $5,989,000.

Pending Sales: 84 homes are in escrow priced from $81,900 to $2,295,000.

December Sales: 58 homes sold in December 2011.Market Report by Mark Mitchell
  • 35 homes were non-distressed
  • 23 home was a foreclosure or short sale, or 40% of total December sales


In December, 58 homes closed in Suwanee Georgia. This is an increase of 19 units, as there were 39 homes that closed in December 2010.

The average list price for the homes that closed in Suwanee for December 2010 was $319,002.

The average list price for the homes that closed in Suwanee for December 2011 was $221,618.

The average sales price for the homes that closed in Suwanee for December 2010 was $229,128.

The average sales price for the homes that closed in Suwanee for December 2011 was $218,088.

The average market time the homes that closed in Suwanee for December 2010 was 93 days.

The average market time for the homes that closed in Suwanee for December 2011 was 87 days.

Yearly Update through December 2011


In 2011 through December, a total of 634 homes were sold in Suwanee with an average sales price of $232,945 and an average market time of 91 days.

In 2010 through December, a total of 540 homes were sold in Suwanee with an average sales price of $272,630 and an average market time of 93 days.

5 Year History of Sold Properties in Suwanee


Category

2011

2010

2009

2008

2007

Units Sold

634

540

572

565

753

Average Sales Price

$232,945

$272,630

$274,976

$342,034

$336,883

Distressed Properties

249 or 39% of sold units

208 or 38% of sold units

179 or 31% of sold units

128 or 23% of sold units

50 or 7% of sold units

Days on Market

91

93

98

99

80




*All information is from the FMLS and is for detached single family homes only.



Search of all homes in the GAMLS or FMLS



If you have any questions about selling your home in Suwanee or in the Northeast Atlanta area give Mark a call at 404/353-0185.

Almost 90% of buyers are searching online for homes so make sure you're getting the proper online market exposure to ensure these buyers will not miss your listing.

See Mark's video testimonials.

Mark services the following Northeast Atlanta cities: Johns Creek, Alpharetta, Roswell, Duluth, Woodstock, Suwanee, Buford, and Lawrenceville Georgia.

About the Author: the above Real Estate information on Suwanee GA Real Estate Market Report for December 2011 was provided by Mark Mitchell. Mark can be reached by phone at 404-353-0185 or via e-correspondence at mark@markmitchellhomes.com. Also visit
www.markmitchellhomes.com

Copyright by Mark Mitchell 2011* Suwanee GA Real Estate Market Report for December 2011*

Duluth GA Real Estate Market Report for December 2011

Mark Mitchell Realtor® - Johns Creek Georgia Homes: Real Estate Agent in Johns Creek, GA

Duluth GA Real Estate Market Report for December 2011


Active Listings: 354 homes are available for sale in Duluth GA priced from $39,900 to $6,750,000

Pending Sales: 95 homes are in escrow priced from $34,650 to $4,695,000.

December Sales: 54 homes sold in December 2011.Market Report by Mark Mitchell
  • 31 homes were non-distressed
  • 23 homes were a foreclosure or short sale, or 43% of total December sales


In December, 54 homes closed in Duluth Georgia. This is a decrease of 15 units, as there were 69 homes that closed in December 2010.

The average list price for the homes that closed in Duluth for December 2010 was $256,381.

The average list price for the homes that closed in Duluth for December 2011 was $218,563.

The average sales price for the homes that closed in Duluth for December 2010 was $244,402.

The average sales price for the homes that closed in Duluth for December 2011 was $203,760.

The average market time the homes that closed in Duluth for December 2010 was 71 days.

The average market time for the homes that closed in Duluth for December 2011 was 82 days.

Yearly Update through December 2011


In 2011 through December, a total of 762 homes were sold in Duluth with an average sales price of $232,116 and an average market time of 83 days.

In 2010 through December, a total of 667 homes were sold in Duluth with an average sales price of $299,561 and an average market time of 84 days.


5 Year History of Sold Properties in Duluth


Category

2011

2010

2009

2008

2007

Units Sold

762

667

669

759

1035

Average Sales Price

232,116

299,561

284,162

335,191

$362,513

Distressed Properties

344 or 45% of sold units

231 or 35%

of sold units

222 or 33% of sold units

178 or 23% of sold units

97 or 9% of sold units

Days on Market

83

84

86

95

74




*All information is from the FMLS and is for detached single family homes only.



Search of all homes in the GAMLS or FMLS



If you have any questions about selling your home in Duluth or in the Northeast Atlanta area give Mark a call at 404/353-0185.

Almost 90% of buyers are searching online for homes so make sure you're getting the proper online market exposure to ensure these buyers will not miss your listing.

See Mark's video testimonials.

Mark services the following Northeast Atlanta cities: Johns Creek, Alpharetta, Roswell, Duluth, Woodstock, Suwanee, Buford, and Lawrenceville Georgia.

About the Author: the above Real Estate information on Duluth GA Real Estate Market Report for December 2011 was provided by Mark Mitchell. Mark can be reached by phone at 404-353-0185 or via e-correspondence at mark@markmitchellhomes.com. Also visitwww.markmitchellhomes.com

Copyright by Mark Mitchell 2011* Duluth GA Real Estate Market Report for December 2011*

Lawrenceville GA Real Estate Market Report for December 2011

Mark Mitchell Realtor® - Johns Creek Georgia Homes: Real Estate Agent in Johns Creek, GA

Lawrenceville GA Real Estate Market Report for December 2011


Active Listings: 978 homes are available for sale in Lawrenceville GA priced from $29,900 to $949,000.

Pending Sales: 415 homes are in escrow priced from $16,900 to $629,900.

December Sales: 270 homes sold in December 2011.Market Reports by Mark Mitchell
  • 96 homes were non-distressed
  • 174 homes were a foreclosure or short sale, or 65% of total December sales


In December, 270 homes closed in Lawrenceville Georgia. This is an increase of 69 units, as there were 201 homes that closed in December 2010.

The average list price for the homes that closed in Lawrenceville for December 2010 was $134,087.

The average list price for the homes that closed in Lawrenceville for December 2011 was $108,044.

The average sales price for the homes that closed in Lawrenceville for December 2010 was $128,583.

The average sales price for the homes that closed in Lawrenceville for December 2011 was $104,880.

The average market time the homes that closed in Lawrenceville for December 2010 was 82 days.

The average market time for the homes that closed in Lawrenceville for December 2011 was 79 days.

Yearly Update through December 2011


In 2011 through December, a total of 3,032 homes were sold in Lawrenceville with an average sales price of $109,744 and an average market time of 81 days.

In 2010 through December, a total of 2,125 homes were sold in Lawrenceville with an average sales price of $132,772 and an average market time of 78 days.



5 Year History of Sold Properties in Lawrenceville


Category

2011

2010

2009

2008

2007

Units Sold

2,972

2,125

2,271

2,167

3,032

Average Sales Price

109,722

132,772

143,941

178,480

$199,787

Distressed Properties

1,698 or 57% of sold units

1,030 or 48% of sold units

1,250 or 55% of sold units

868 or 40% of sold units

521 or 17% of sold units

Days on Market

81

78

95

91

82




*All information is from the FMLS and is for detached single family homes only.


Search of all homes in the GAMLS or FMLS



If you have any questions about selling your home in Lawrenceville or in the Northeast Atlanta area give Mark a call at 404/353-0185.

Almost 90% of buyers are searching online for homes so make sure you're getting the proper online market exposure to ensure these buyers will not miss your listing.

See Mark's video testimonials.

Mark services the following Northeast Atlanta cities: Johns Creek, Alpharetta, Roswell, Duluth, Woodstock, Suwanee, Buford, and Lawrenceville Georgia.

About the Author: the above Real Estate information on Lawrenceville GA Real Estate Market Report for December 2011 was provided by Mark Mitchell. Mark can be reached by phone at 404-353-0185 or via e-correspondence at mark@markmitchellhomes.com. Also visit www.markmitchellhomes.com

Copyright by Mark Mitchell 2011* Lawrenceville GA Real Estate Market Report for December 2011*

Houses For Sale in Suwanee, Ga.

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Houses for Sale in Suwanee, Ga.

Houses For Sale in Suwanee, Ga.


Looking for houses for sale in Suwanee, Ga.? Well now is the time. There are currently more than 63 houses for sale in Suwanee, Ga., with prices ranging from $100,000-200,00. It is a great time for investors to purchase property with the low prices and abundant inventory. First time home buyers should be out looking for houses for sale in Suwanee, Ga. The prices are at an all time low, so stop renting and get into a house now.


Suwanee, Ga. is a wonderful place to raise a family with many activities and events at our finger tips. The Suwanee Town Center host many activities all year long. Just go to their web to review all the activities for the Month of Feb.

Did you know Suwanee Ga has a task force called Suwanee 20/20 vision that assimilated approx. 300 people from Suwanee to form small roundtable discussion in order to plan the next steps in strategic planning for Suwanee, Ga. This discussion took place in Sept, Oct, Nov 2011and Jan 2012. The information gathered by the roundtable participates will be given back to the task force to make recommendation on the future of Suwanee, Ga. The topics discussed in the roundtable I participated in ranged from Parks and Recreation, Suwanee Gateway, Arts and Culture, Public Safety, Communications,and Public Works. Check back in a few weeks for the results of the roundtable discussions in Suwanee, Ga.
Houses For Sale in Suwanee, Ga.
Suwanee Town Center

While out looking for Houses for Sale in Suwanee, Ga., I always stop at my favorite french restaurant, Cafe Gourmandises at 686 Peachtree Industrial Blvd St 200. They serve authentic french food. The chef and owner is from France and the food is delicious.

Whether looking for your first house or a luxury house, starting looking now for houses for Sale in Suwanee, Ga. Begin your search with a trusted agent that knows the area. Tell your agent your favorite Suwanee neighborhoods and “must haves” in your initial interview. That will make it easy for your agent to search for houses for sale in Suwanee, Ga. Be sure to contact your loan officer at your credit union or bank to secure your pre-approval for your loan. Now, do not go out and purchase a car if you want to purchase a house. Keep all your credit cards and bills current once you go binding on a house for sale in Suwanee Ga. Your agent and loan officer will help you to understand the importance of loans, inspections, down payments and walk thru, title insurance and all the little details of purchasing a house.

Suwanee, Ga. is the place to live and now is the time to look at houses for sale in Suwanee, Ga.

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