I spent the last few days in western North Carolina talking with folks about Diamond Dwellings and gaining perspective on the local markets up there. Our new real estate franchise model is really the perfect fit for some of these unique towns. I guess it's because there seems to be so much content to write about. There's no limit to the subject matter and it all seems so inviting.
Some of the places I visited included Asheville, Waynesville (and some other "villes" too). I got to spend some time with fellow Tomato blogger, Susie Blackmon. She introduced me to so many great people while I was there too. I also drove down through Franklin, Cashiers and then stayed for the night in Highlands, NC at a pretty amazing place called The Old Edwards Inn.
To call it an Inn just doesn't begin to describe it though. It's more of a "compound" or a resort. The old "Inn" sits right on the corner of the main road in downtown Highlands. But then the rest of this sprawling spa complex extends for a huge city block to the east (I think) and then for a block to the rear. I guess the whole area is not more than an acre? But, to have a hotel/spa complex that covers an entire acre sitting right in the downtown area of a resort town like Highlands, NC is pretty amazing! I'm on a life-long quest to find the best possible room -- and then get it for the absolute lowest possible price. This place was a smokin' deal for the price -- given the fact that I enjoyed one of the finest rooms I've ever had in my life! Next time I'm in Highlands, I'm sure to come back.
I shot this photo near Highlands, NC. I have to say that the area seemed to have some of the most interesting terrain & dramatic water features. It might just be that I happened to find it there, but Highlands seems to have been blessed with some things you just can't build! The fall colors are just starting to peek out -- as you can see. If I was a betting man, I'd bet that Oct 15th or Oct 20th will be the absolute best time to visit the North Carolina Mountains if you want to see God's amazing work in the trees.
Atlanta Real Estate pricing is staying flat or going down. Yet, property tax assessments for Gwinnett County and Hamilton Mill are going up!
Many homeowners are trying to make sense of the new assessment notices and have called Diamond Dwellings looking for more details about comparable home sales in Hamilton Mill and/or the surrounding Gwinnett neighborhoods.
As promised in my post on April 25th, we're in the process of uploading all the comparable sales data for Hamilton Mill for all of 2007 & 2008 (ytd).
By the time you read this, the data should be available. If not, just check back in a few hours. You can download the information on the HamiltonMillDwellings.com website. Just click on this link or look for the "property tax" page on the front page of our site.
We know that you probably have lots of questions about how to make the best use of the data. So, Diamond Dwellings is also hosting...
"Property Tax Open House" on Thursday, May 1st from 6pm to 9pm.
We'll be available at our Hamilton Mill office on May 1st to answer any questions you may have. We can help you understand the comps and make a smart decision about your individual property tax situation. If you plan to come see us on May 1st, please call or email so we can plan well for you.
Call us at 678.279.4704 (Terri Flynn) or send email to terri@diamonddwellings.com
Our office is located at: 3611 Braselton Hwy, Suite 102, Dacula, Ga. 30019
2008 is starting off with an upbeat vibe in the Hamilton Mill market. Lots of homeowners are considering a move this year, and they are being very realistic about pricing -- accepting the reality of the 5% to 15% decline in values.
Many -- if not most -- of these residents are "moving up" locally into a bigger house, etc. They realize that now is the absolute best time in the last 10 years to buy real estate. The higher the price range -- the better the deals.
The great news is: You can make a ton of money buying in this market!
Here's some examples:
Homes in the $300k to $400k range are experiencing $15k to $20k declines from their "perfect day" pricing.
By contrast, a $600k to $700k home might realize a $50k to $80k discount in today's market.
"NOTE: you have to keep in mind that each individual property has to be evaluated and priced. Results vary widely depending on the exact details & features of your property. For a FREE market evaluation, call us anytime at 678.279.4707 or send email to matt@diamonddwellings.com
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