McDonough, GA

First, ask yourself the following questions:

Are you the type of person that feels the warmth of the sun rising through their window in the morning and thinks, "Just great! Another day!", instead of being happy to be alive and being given (at least) one more opportunity to make a difference?

Are you the type of person that quickly points out, "You're going to get stretch marks," instead of congratulating someone when hearing they're with child?

Are you the type of person that finds it hard to celebrate when your team only wins by a touchdown instead of 60 points?

Are you the type of person that would walk into the kitchen of a 5-Star restaurant and tell a world- renowned chef they're doing it all wrong?

Are you the type of person that would argue with a brick wall if it would argue back with you? Perhaps, even it wouldn't?

If so, there's a very good chance that you won't be satisfied with us, either. Don't worry; there isn't a shortage of real estate agents for you to choose from.

On the other hand (the less attractive one for the people above)...

If you're a pretty reasonable kind of gal or guy -someone who doesn't have unrealistic expectations about who real estate agents are, what their purpose is, and how and when they should be doing their job,- we'll probably get a long just fine.

Hopefully...

But just in case, any time you're not completely satisfied, you have not only our permission, but our blessing to go all Donald Trump on us. Tell us, "You're Fired!" and kick us to the curb so fast that our heads will be left spinning as we try desperately to figure out what day of the week it really is.

How many times have you wanted to do that to someone? I know I have - literally.

So try us. You might actually like us.

I imagine that picking a real estate agent is kind of like trying to get my son to eat broccoli or other green vegetables: You never know if you're going to like them until you're willing to give them a try.

We're kind of bold with flavor and sometimes hard to swallow, but we're good for you because we're good at selling houses - really good.

However, if you absolutely, positively, without any doubt, just don't like us, there isn't a need to make a big scene while spitting us out. Just politely ask to be excused and we'll understand. We aren't going to make you sit at the table dreading the thought of having to take another bite of something that doesn't agree with you.

Yes, you can have that in writing. We wouldn't serve you a heaping helping of us, any other way.

President Obama released his budget proposal this week. His plan presents an aggressive follow up to the widely unpopular American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.

See how your Representative voted

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What affect will this legislation have on the South Metro Atlanta market? Will this legislation help reduce the number of foreclosed homes sitting vacant in our communities? Will families who have experienced job loss, overwhelming medical bills or other financial hardships have any options for housing?

While most home buyers are still trying to unravel the mystery of the "First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit", the president is rallying support for more changes. So what is this tax credit? How does it work? Who is eligible? In a nutshell, the current First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit can be explained, as follows:

For First Time Home purchases on or after April 9, 2008:

- $7,500 tax CREDIT (not money paid at closing) for homes with a sales price of $75,000 or more. If the purchase price is less than $75,000, then the credit will be 10% of the purchase price.

- If the home buyer elects to take the credit, it must be repaid over a period of several years. This is essentially a LOAN given by the government when you file your taxes. There is ZERO interest.

For First Time Home purchases between January 1, 2009 and December 1, 2009:

- $8,000 tax CREDIT (still a credit to be taken when you file your taxes, NOT money paid at closing) for homes with a sales price of $80,000 or more. If the purchase price is less than $80,000, then the credit will be 10% of the purchase price.

- If the purchaser elects to take the credit, they are not obligated to repay it - AT ALL!

Read a more detailed FAQ on the First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit.

Read the details of the First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit changes with the passing of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.

South Metro Atlanta will see benefits from the $500 Million approved for Rural Housing programs. Many houses throughout Henry, Butts and Spalding county qualify for these ZERO DOWNPAYMENT loans simply because they are located in a Rural Area. If you would like to see if YOU qualify for this program, Contact Joe Farro with Premier Capital Mortgage. He is very knowledgeable on the Rural Housing programs and his blog is a great source of continuing information on the real estate and mortgage markets in the South Metro Atlanta area.

Neighborhood Stabilization funds (NSP) have been allocated to the Clayton County, Georgia area. These funds will provide grants through the Community Development Block Grant program (CDBG) that may be used to take vacant and unwanted homes off the market by allowing local governments to purchase, repair and resell these properties. Potential buyers for these homes may qualify for financing that can be provided by local governments through these funds. Once the property has been purchased and rehabbed, individuals and families with incomes at or below 120% of the local median income will have the opportunity to rent these homes. NSP funds used in a responsible manner through neighborhood stabilization programs have the potential to clean up vacant and unsightly foreclosed homes, and provide housing to families who have been affected by the current economic situation.

So with all of the details of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 still being sorted and implemented, what affect will President Obama's aggressive budget proposal have on the real estate market? The National Association of Realtors (NAR) opposes more changes to the mortgage interest deduction provisions of the budget proposal for several reasons as seen at Realtor.org. If you feel strongly for or against the president's budget proposal or any specific provision within, you have a civic obligation to let your elected officials know how you feel.

Who Said You Can't Have Waterfront in Georgia??
McDonough Homes For Sale Offer Lake Views, For a Fraction of the Cost!

McDonough, GA has become a very popular area in recent years. Many factors contribute to this phenomena including its ideal location between Macon and Atlanta, its great schools, new restaurants and shops, McDonough golf courses, safe environment for raising a family and it even offers homes with lake views for a fraction of what you might expect to pay.

Located off exit 216, just two miles from I-75 is a quaint community called Summerlake. With its swim/tennis amenities, central lake property and family-friendly neighborhood, its truly a one-of-a-kind community.

And, lucky for you, this one-of-a-kind property JUST came on the market. 

If you didn't see for yourself in the video, this home has ALL the trimmings including:
*CUSTOM paint throughout the home
*GREAT back porch
*4 Bed/2.5 Ba
*EXTENSIVE paneling and trim details throughout
*Formal LIVING & DINING areas
*Two-story foyer with 30FT CEILINGS
*View of the Lake from Your Front Door
*Highly-Desired Swim/Tennis Community
*COZY Marble FIREPLACE in Den
*VAULTED ceilings in ALL FOUR BEDROOMS
*OVERSIZED master bedroom with TREY ceilings
*STUNNING master bathroom with separate his/hers vanities, GARDEN TUB, shower and HUGE WALK-IN CLOSET!!

SHOP, COMPARE AND SAVE!!! Ohter homes in the area are selling for the low $200's and up! Capatalize on this HISTORIC BUYING TIME in the Atlanta Real Estate Market!!

This is the LOWEST-PRICED LUXURY Home in Summerlake and is absolutely PRICED-T0-SELL.

For more information or an EASY SHOWING, call or text Winter at 678-463-3173 or visit www.onewinter.biz under my featured properties.

Tellico Square, McDonough, GA

Pre Foreclosure Price! Incredible deal on the four sided brick luxury home in private lake community.

530 Tellico Square, McDonough, GA Henry County

Beautiful 5 bedroom 4 bath home offers formal living and dining rooms, family room with fireplace, gourmet style kitchen, guest suite on main, huge master suite with spa like bath and dressing room, four additional bedrooms, and large basement theatre.

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	Office/Den	Dining room
Breakfast nook	Dishwasher	Stove/Oven
Granite countertop	Stainless steel appliances	Attic
Basement	Laundry area - inside	Balcony, Deck, or Patio
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