Real Estate related news reported by the mainstream media comes from a 3-4 month aggregate pool of information that; sadly, does not paint a true picture of today's market. Have you ever heard a news report stating that 64% of all residential sales in Atlanta were equity sales? Equity sales are those sales not challenged with a short sale negotiation, or properties owned by a bank--of course you haven't. The "news" is in the negative.
Well, I'm here to crusade for the positive...only 32% of sales in Atlanta in the 4th Quarter of 2010 were distressed sales...the rest of them...62% of them were EQUITY SALES...this is great news for sellers...perhaps a signal that prices have already hit bottom and are on the up-swing in some areas.
Buyer beware...you may have already missed the bottom...we never know where the bottom was until prices are on the way back up.
If you're looking to work with an agent who's focus is on the two-thirds of the market that's positive, give me a call. 404-444-8446, or drop me an email cfling@christopherfling.com
Best regards~Christopher.
On an elevated lot at the corner of Lanier and Hudson, 970 Lanier Boulevard NE Atlanta, GA 30306, this home has what most homeowners in Virginia Highland long for....parking for 15 guests and a yard! The owner has configured a circle drive to make the most of guest parking for an entertaining lifestyle and still have plenty of outdoor space for neighborly curb appeal and welcoming walk up a gently terraced ascent to the front door.
Please drop in to learn about the Keller Williams Stimulus program being offered on the home...perfectly tailored to your financial goals and needs, you can opt for a temporary or permanent rate buy down (think sub 4% 30 year fixed rate), up front seller paid mortgage insurance can eliminate 10-11 years of typical buyer paid mortgage insurance, or apply a credit to closing costs allowing you to come to closing with less cash out of pocket. We can tailor the program to your needs to help make your desire to own this home a reality. Call for more info, directions, or just to catch up--(404) 444-8446.
Happy Sunday~Christopher.
Smart buyers are seizing the market...and here are 7 reasons why:
...for more detail and a free brochure on why it may now be the best opportunity during your lifetime to purchase a home, click this link and let me know how you would like it delivered.
Are you on the move or know someone moving into a new home who may not have the space for all of the furniture that they own? Here's a fantastic way to donate your un-needed items to a worthy community organization.
The Furniture Bank of Metro Atlanta is a non-profit group that collects gently used furniture to help those who've lost everything, and need to get back on their feet. They recycle furniture from individual households and companies, and then provide it for free for people who are moving out of homelessness, have HIV or AIDS or are fleeing domestic violence.
According to their website: "The Furniture Bank of Metro Atlanta was founded in 1988 in response to the lack of furniture resources for homeless people who secure housing. Before the Furniture Bank, many of these individuals and families had no furniture, and were forced to sleep and eat on the floor. Can you imagine your home without any furniture? The Furniture Bank of Metro Atlanta is here to help those presented with that question. We are here to help make a house a home."
The Furniture Bank will pick up furniture in good condition for free in Cobb, Fulton and Gwinnett Counties. To schedule a pickup and make your donation you can contact David DiCaprio at (404) 355-8530 ext. 222. Pick-ups in Midtown neighborhoods can usually be scheduled within a week.
Know that your donation is going to someone in need as recipients of Furniture Bank services need to be referred by one of 150 area partner agencies, so an added benefit is that if someone approaches the Furniture Bank with the need for furniture they can also help them get connected to agencies that can provide them with other services as well.
Find a link to The Furniture Bank of Metro Atlanta at AtlantaGraciousLiving.com in the Municipal Links section on the right hand side of the page if you would like more information, or simply call me at (404) 444-8446 and I will be happy to assist you.~Christopher.
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Atlanta's in-town neighborhoods are my communities of specialization. Virginia Highland, Midtown, Ansley Park, & Morningside-Lenox Park are my picks for living the gracious Atlanta lifestyle.
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