The tributes will go on for days, maybe even weeks. Some may go on forever. We will hope that the troubles of recent times will not overshadow the wonders of times past. An amazing voice, an amazing talent.
We will see various performers try to do her songs again. Some will succeed and some will not. Her shoes maybe just to big to fill.
And there will be other types of tributes. Ones, thanks to the power of social media, we too can enjoy although we may never be able to travel as far as Dubai to see them live. We will hope they remain now for a long time.
This one certainly should.
If you have been considering home ownership, one of the biggest challenges is coming up with the money for a down payment. You might have excellent credit, but have just not been able to get enough put away for the needed contribution you need to make when you purchase a home. Well, now you have an option!
If you have a goal to become a homeowner, you won’t want to miss the Neighborhood LIFTSM event, sponsored by Wells Fargo in collaboration with local non-profit organizations.
Date: February 10th and 11th
Time: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
Location: Georgia World Congress Center, Exhibit Hall B1
285 Andrew Young International Blvd. NW
Atlanta, GA 30313
FREE PARKING: Please park in the Red Parking Deck. The Red Deck is at the end of Andrew Young International Blvd. Bring a copy of your event registration confirmation or tell the parking attendant that you’re with the Wells Fargo Neighborhood LIFT Atlanta event and you will be able to park for free. http://www.gwcc.com/directions/directions/BuildingB.aspx
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT NEIGHBORHOOD LIFT, visit the website!
You May View a Flyer for Neighborhood LIFT here!
Keep in mind, when you register, it will ask if you ARE, or ARE NOT working with a real estate agent. You should ALWAYS be represented when buying a home! The Seller is represented by the Listing Agent, and you should have a Buyer’s Agent. Please feel free to contact me if I can answer any questions, or help you with the home buying process.
The Mayfair Renaissance and Mayfair Tower have an iconic place on the Midtown Atlanta Skyline. There signature rooftop cupolas are often seen in skyline pictures of Midtown. The buildings, although almost identical on the exterior, were built almost 10 years apart. Each has its own home owners association and amenities.
For the purpose of this Midtown Atlanta Market Report, January 2012, I have combined the numbers for the two buildings. There are currently 12 two bedroom homes For Sale and only 1 one bedroom home, at $129,900. The average list price for the 2 bedrooms is $258,000. This number however includes a Penthouse home, listed for $599,900. If we remove that home from the average, it becomes $234,244. There was only two sales in January, with an Average Sales Price of $91,250.
Here is a look at the numbers for Mayfair Renaissance/Tower for January, 2012.
Viewpoint Midtown Atlanta, probably one of the most successful and popular Midtown Atlanta condominium buildings has SOLD OUT! So now all future sales will be resales.
Built by Novare, Viewpoint Midtown Atlanta is a cousin to Spire Midtown and Metropolis Midtown, as well as Realm Buckhead and Eclipse Buckhead and Twelve Atlantic Station. But, you’d probably have to call her the First Cousin, even though she came last. From her lobby to the amazing 11th/12 Floor amenties, this is one great condo community.
For January, 2012, there are currently 9 Active Listings. 5 two-bedroom homes have an Average List Price of $308,580 and 4 one bedroom homes have an average list price of $175,175. There are 3 homes Under Contract. 2 of these are non-distressed sales with an average price of $267,400 and one home Pending Lender Approval (short sale) is at $205,000. There were no closings in January for the building. Here’s a picture of this activity:
9 active listings in Viewpoint Midtown Atlanta, which has over 375 homes is an indication of the reduced inventory for a Midtown Atlanta condo buyer to choose from. Here are the current listings in Viewpoint Midtown Atlanta:
Yes, you heard that right! There are new construction cranes in Midtown Atlanta! A welcome sight for a troubled economy indeed!
One of those Midtown Atlanta construction cranes is at 10th and Williams Street (Or the Downtown Connector) where the new Hilton Garden Inn/Homewood Suites hotel is under construction! What a beautiful building that will be to visitors arriving into Midtown via the 10th Street Bridge! It’s convenient to all the Midtown Atlanta law offices, and to Turner Broadcast Systems (TBS) and the new GATech Basketball stadium!
Construction Cranes are also appearing on the Midtown Atlanta skyline at two new luxury high-rise apartment buildings that have broken ground. Ironically, they are BOTH on 12th street…if you can imagine that! One is part of the 12th and Midtown Development where 1010 Midtown is located. The second, located at 12th and West Peachtree has also just broken ground. The race would appear to be “on” as to who will finish first and have the first shot at getting apartment shoppers in the Midtown Atlanta rental market.
We have long been missing a higher end rental product in Midtown Atlanta. Potential renters have either needed to find a private condo for rent, or opt for only 3 apartment buildings in the immediate area. Now, we will have two new apartment buildings hit the rental market at almost the same time. Let the rental war begin??
While this is good news for renters looking for Midtown rental options, they will be on the pricey side at $1500 for a 1 bedroom and $2400 for a 2 bedroom. (We will see how the market reacts to this when they open) On the flip side, for those investors or private owners looking to rent their Midtown Atlanta condo, there may be some pressure on the price you can get with all this shiny new places to rent. OR, it may drive up your price as you may be able to ask more than you have in the past, given the “competition” you will now have.
Certainly some questions that all the New Cranes in Midtown Atlanta have offered up!
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Midtown Atlanta Real Estate "Can You Feel the Vibe!"....means Midtown Atlanta Real Estate! We LIVE, WORK and KNOW Midtown Atlanta! A dynamic, ever-changing part of Atlanta! Welcome Home!
"Midtown Atlanta...Can You Feel the Vibe?"
Once an area filled with boarded up buildings, vagrants and empty streets, Midtown Atlanta is now the Premiere location for Atlanta Real Estate! The Midtown Alliance is guiding The Midtown BluePrint...and now Peachtree Street (also know as the Midtown Mile) is lined with luxury condominiums, office towers and retail shops. New construction continues, and in the next few years, Midtown Atlanta will offer almost 1 MILLION SQUARE FEET OF RETAIL SPACE....the size of Phipps Plaza in Buckhead! Cultural activities abound, from the Fox Theatre, High Museum, Alliance Theatre, and the Center for Puppetry Arts are just a few! New restaurants offer you dining options galore...and more open almost monthly!
Like to travel? The Midtown MARTA station is just across the street from Plaza Midtown...making those weekend getaways easy!
Midtown Atlanta...Manhattan of The South!!
There is a very strong neighborhood association, Midtown Neighbors' Association, which works to improve the community through various community services, land use planning, review of liquor licenses for local businesses and safety. MNA also hosts two signature events each year, the Midtown Tour of Homes, and the Midtown Atlanta Shop And Dine Week! Both are ones you don't want to miss! And maybe, even become involved with!
Midtown Atlanta........Can You Feel The Vibe?
Want to see the FUTURE of Midtown Atlanta?
Just Click on the Picture Below for a Special Tour!
I've been a Resident of Atlanta for 16 years (the second longest place I've lived since growing up in Montana!) and to say it's changing...well! But, it's all exciting! Of course, we have growing pains, just like any big city does, but it's a great place.....Come on down....I'll give you a personal tour in my special real estate touring car....(She's currently on the injured reserve list) but I'll still give you that tour!
In my time in real estate, I've learned "you cannot be everything to everyone." That being said, if I have a Buyer or Seller who wants to buy a home, or list a home in an area of Atlanta I'm not familiar with, I won't do it. Call me crazy...think I am turning away business....NOT! I feel I will do a client/customer a BETTER service be referring them to an agent who knows the area they want to look in. On the flipside of that, I see agents work in my marketplace who have no idea what building is coming up next, or what's going on in the neighborhood.
I specialize in Midtown Atlanta Real Estate! While most of this area is condominiums, I do keep abreast of single-family home neighborhoods close to Midtown Atlanta, so that if my clients want to move from a condo to a home, I know of areas that would fit their needs. Again, I stay Inside The Perimeter (ITP) so I can focus on areas and know more about them. As a result of this specialization, I created My Midtown Mojo as a site where you can learn all about Midtown Atlanta AND Midtown Atlanta Real Estate.
Midtown Atlanta is a dynamic, ever-changing neighborhood. Knowing my market, knowing my product, and knowing the area, are what I consider key factors that any home Buyer or Seller should be looking for when they select a REALTOR.
I bring my extensive Marketing and Sales background full circle from the hospitality industry to Real Estate. I previously held Sales positions with Hilton Hotels Corporation, Nikko Hotels North America, and most recently as President and CEO of Benott Hospitality Group, a consulting firm specializing in small hotels and motels. My marketing experience helps clients market and stage their homes for maximum exposure and maximum dollars!
While helping my clients market their homes, I also enjoy helping buyers find the "PERFECT" home. By listening and understanding what they are looking for, I use the latest technology to help them find their new home. My experience in Customer Focused Service training in the Hospitality industry for 20 plus years gives me a unique advantage when working with both Buyers and Sellers. I determine the needs of my Buyers, find the homes that have those features and benefits they are looking for, and then help them every step of the way, from contract to closing, and all the details in between. For Sellers, I identify the features and benefits of their home so we can market it more effectively.
As first-time home buyers, we were in need of a REALTOR with experience and patience. Thom from Thomas Ramon Realty proved to be what we needed and more. His experience with the neighborhood we chose, Midtown Atlanta, was the catalyst in closing on our home with confidence before April and taking advantage of the first time home buyer's tax credit.
His patience was tested when we experienced a hiccup in the middle of our shopping experience, which temporarily took us out of the market. He gave us no pressure to push forward and let us know he would be more than thrilled to continue when we were ready. It was his confidence in us that encouraged us to go back to him and in no time found the perfect Midtown Atlanta Condo at a great price.
Our gratitude will be expressed henceforth by strongly recommending Thom Abbott and Thomas Ramon Realty to anyone looking to make a secure investment in the Midtown Atlanta Real Estate market.
Elena and Garrett
Thom,
Kimberly and I wanted to thank you and Ray for all your help in our recent Atlanta real estate ventures.
We were impressed from day one with your excellent organization and professionalism. The booklet you prepared for us with the property photos and summaries was especially helpful when viewing multiple properties, more so since we were out of town and would not have the opportunity to visit frequently.
Kimberly and I were also very happy with your assistance beyond closing. It is obvious that your commitment did not end there, and we are grateful for the follow up you provided with our property even after we closed.
We would highly recommend you and Ray to any of our friends who would be interested in Atlanta real estate.
Thanks again,
Brad
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Bradley G. Goldberg, M.D.
www.coffeewomenscenter.com
Thom and Ray:
Thank you both so much for all you did to help me with the purchase of my condo at Spire Midtown. I cannot adequately express how much I appreciate your patience, expertise and counsel throughout the entire process.
Everything you did, from educating me on the basics of home buying to referring me to a superb mortgage broker, worked toward making me feel more comfortable and more confident about the pending purchase. I never felt like I was "just another client", since you were guiding me every step of the way.
And the result? I am the proud owner of an amazing condo in the heart of Midtown Atlanta! I have an incredible place to call home and entertain guests. Thank you again, and rest assured that I will refer you to friends and associates. I look forward to working with you again in the future.
Winston W. Chapman
My husband, Don Jones, and I are extremely happy to say that we sold our townhouse at The Dakota in Midtown Atlanta in 92 days in one of the most depressed real estate and stock markets in more than six years! Not only did it sell amazingly fast, it sold for 94% of our Listing Price!
One of the major contributing factors to our recent sales success was The Thom And Ray Team. They have an amazing combination of skill sets: Professionalism, Sales, Marketing, Market Savvy and Negotiating. We strongly recommend using The Thom And Ray Team and would welcome an opportunity to answer any questions you may have.
Thom and Ray also handled the purchase of our new home at Viewpoint Midtown which was complicated by our purchase of two units to be combined into one. At each step of the process, we received consistent and professional advice and ended up purchasing at a very favorable price.
Peggy Denby, Executive Director, Keep Atlanta Beautiful
Note: Peggy (in Pink) and Don (white shirt) cut the ribbon at the Grand Opening Party for Viewpoint!
When my fiancée and I decided to move to California, we began to shop around for agents to help sell our condo. We were referred to Thom Abbott by a friend of my fiancées family and decided to use him as our agent after a brief meeting. Thom is extremely knowledgeable about the Midtown Atlanta market and impressed us with his ideas about how to market our condo. Thom held open houses and also created a flyer that was displayed for potential buyers to take home with them. 
My fiancée and I were selling our condo in a tough market when many homes were being foreclosed upon; however we had a steady flow of showings on a weekly basis. Thom was able to get feedback for us from other agents about what potential buyers liked/disliked about our unit and we were able to sell our unit in a just few short months. Whenever we had a question or concern, Thom was always easily reachable or got back to back to us in a very timely manner. I would highly recommend Thom as an agent and will definitely refer him as an agent to friends and family.
Peter and Kira Morris
To Whom It May Concern:
Thom and Ray were very proactive in helping me sell my condo in Midtown. I previously had my place on the market for a year and I never got a single offer.
The second time around, I hired Thom to list my place because he seemed very knowledgeable of the in-town market. He and Ray pulled out all the stops to get my place exposed to as many people as possible. They sent out promotional flyers, posted the listing on all the major websites, and held numerous open houses.
I was out of town during this time so they kept me informed of progress through email and phone calls. I was surprised, given the staggering slack in home sales, how many people they actually got to come through the doors.
After a few months we had a buyer. Thom negotiated the price and took care of all the contracts and paperwork, making the closing a hassle-free process. I was a first time home owner trying to unload a one bedroom condo in a troubled market; Thom and Ray were great partners to have on my side--I'd recommend these guys to anybody.
Kevin Manley Cornerstone Village Condominiums
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