Carol Flammer - PR & Social Media

Millions of American families are struggling to keep their homes and not sure where to go for help. The Northeast Atlanta Metro Association of REALTORS® (NAMAR) wants to help those homeowners learn how to avoid foreclosure and keep their home, and have launched www.UnnecessaryForeclosure.com to do so.

“The prospect of losing one's home can be overwhelming and stressful for homeowners,” says Tom O’Rourke, NAMAR's chief executive officer and executive vice president. “From predatory lending to topics like forbearance and reinstatement to short sales and where to find help that one can trust, foreclosure is a confusing and complicated process. UnnecessaryForeclosure.com provides honest, practical tips and advice in plain, easy-to-understand language.”

The Web site offers a list of nonprofit organizations dedicated to helping consumers avoid foreclosure, warning signs of predatory lenders and information on mortgages that could lead to trouble for homeowners. Detailed information on short sales and the short sale process and the tax implications of foreclosure is also available. Among the most useful pieces of information on the site is a list of common solutions that can be reached with a lender, such as repayment or loan modification. The site also offers references for consumers, which includes a series of informational brochures to educate homeowners and consumers on today's mortgage options. Lastly, the site provides information on how a REALTOR® can help. REALTORS® are in the business of homeownership, and can offer invaluable guidance and options for a homeowner in need.

“If a homeowner is behind on mortgage payments for any reason, or expecting to have problems in the near future, they should be proactive and work with experts and their lenders to find a solution now to avoid losing their home,” continues O’Rourke.

NAMAR has produced a series of videocasts to help consumers understand their options and give tips on how to avoid losing one's home. These videos can also be found at www.UnnecessaryForeclosure.com.

Established in 1969, the Northeast Atlanta Metro Association of REALTORS® (NAMAR) is the primary provider of services and resources to area REALTORS®. NAMAR is the second largest REALTOR® board in the state of Georgia. They provide value to their members by offering the programs, products and services that increase productivity and profitability. Visit www.NAMAR.org to learn more.

PAWS Atlanta recently gave Atlanta Real Estate Forum some some tips on keeping your pet safe during Halloween activities.

Should you keep your pet inside on Halloween?

Maybe it is best to dress your dog up and incorporate him into your halloween costume?

My dog likes chocolate. . . can't I let him have a few pieces?

I plan to have lots of candles at my party, why shouldn't my dot run around?

For all the answers to these questionsa and more, visit Atlanta Real Estate Forum and read about Pet Safety on Halloween.

Don't risk a trip to your emergency veterinary clinic on Halloween, make sure you take the proper precautions to keep your pets safe. For more pet safety tips or information, visit PAWS Atlanta.

Greenhaven, Atlanta’s first Eco-Decorators’ Show House is now open for FREE tours through August 9. Gather together a group of friends or fellow agents and come tour the home. It is a great way to get ideas on how today's homeowners can "live" green.

Located in Chelsea Landing, the first eco-friendly neighborhood community in East Cobb, Greenhaven will carry the US Green Building Council’s LEED for Homes (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), Earthcraft House, Energy Star, Health House, and NAHB green building certifications and showcase the latest in green building techniques, sustainable design, state-of-art technology and energy efficiency.

Builder Pace Homebuilders combined the talents of 20 of Atlanta’s top decorators to transform the 7,000 square foot house into a eco-friendly model keeping within the LEED guidelines.

Pace Homebuilders plans to document the development of Greenhaven with an educational Hard Hat Tour series. This video series, located on the Greenhaven website, will highlight the different environmental components, sustainable building practices, and green technologies implemented into the design of the home. The Hard Hat Series will conclude with the Grand Opening in November 2008 when Greenhaven will be open for public tours with proceeds benefiting the Upper Chattahoochee River Keeper’s Fund.

For more information about Greenhaven, visit www.greenhavenhome.com or on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/GreenhavenShowHome

Construction Resources, Inc. is hosting a clearance sale event on Friday, June 19 and Saturday, June 20 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at their showroom located at 224 Rio Circle, Decatur, Ga. 30030. Don’t wait any longer to remodel your kitchen or bath, the Kitchen & Bath Showroom and Indoor Slab Gallery at Construction Resources is a one-stop-shop for premium countertops and specialty products for your home.

Featured products include custom countertops, bath tubs, vanity tops, shower pans, tub decks, shower doors, bath hardware and other products for your home from name brands such as Cambria, Artisan, Kohler, Caesarstone, Silestone, Corian and International Bath. The sale is open to the public and will be held rain or shine.

Bring the whole family to the Carnival on Saturday, June 20 for hot dogs, live music, pony rides, inflatables and a petting zoo. Special giveaways and incentives will be available throughout the day. The first 25 purchasing customers will receive two free Braves tickets or a free Cambria cutting board. 

Some of the fantastic deals being offered include granite remnants from $19/ sq foot (Ready to Install), Whirlpool tubs from $195, vanity tops from $49 and a free kitchen sink with the purchase of a countertop 40 square feet or larger.

The new Indoor Slab Gallery and Slab Yard features more than 3,000 granite slabs with hundreds of colors, styles and sizes in inventory to choose from. Best of all, financing packages are available.

Construction Resources, Inc. is a 39-year-old company that provides residential and commercial builders/remodelers, as well as homeowners with a one-stop shop for their kitchen and bath needs. The staff at Construction Resources, Inc. has the ability to provide products from several sister companies including Atlanta Marble Mfg., Atlanta Kitchen, Inc., Atlanta Glass & Mirror, Inc. and Atlanta Garage Doors & Fireplaces, LLC. By offering a diverse selection, Construction Resources, Inc. allows customers to simplify their ordering, scheduling and vendor process by dealing with just one salesperson and company rather than multiple salespersons and companies. Constructions Resources, Inc. has four showroom locations throughout the surrounding Atlanta area including Acworth, Alpharetta, Decatur and Lake Oconee. For more information on Construction Resources, Inc., call 404-419-1259 or visit www.constructionresourcesusa.com.

Two Condo auctions were recently held in Atlanta and they seem to be a great way to jump start the sell out process. Atlanta Real Estate blog, Atlanta Real Estate Forum interview Accelerated Marketing Partners about the auctions at Aqua and Cosmo. Additionally, the site did a follow up story on the success of the Cosmo auction.

Are you seeing auctions in your city? We were thrilled with the turn out at both of these. Seems things are turning around in Atlanta!