Aaron Hofmann aka Mr. Smyrna Vinings

Don't miss out on the Vinings Business Association's February After Hours business networking event at Taverna Fiorentina.

The Vinings After Hours Event will be on Tuesday, February 21st from 5:30-7:00pm. Taverna Fiorentina is located at 3324 Cobb Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30339 (in the Kroger shopping center, off Paces Mill). Phone is 770-272-9825. Taverna Fiorentina presents time-honored, authentic Florentine dishes that stand alongside contemporary classics from Italy’s most famous region – legendary both for its rich tradition and daring diversity. Fresh, simple and flavorful, Taverna Fiorentina brings a taste of Tuscany to Atlanta. Taverna Fiorentina is a neighborhood restaurant offering a bustling yet intimate dining environment, the bounty of the season and authentic Tuscan dishes.

The event is for Vinings Business Association members and guests.

Click here if you are interested in becoming a Vinings Business Association member.

Members enjoy the opportunity to meet monthly on the first Tuesday of every month for lunch from 11:30 to 1:30 and a monthly After Hours social on the third Tuesday of every month.

Enjoy an evening of networking with industry professionals in a comfortable, upscale and entertaining atmosphere. Food and Limited After Hour Beverages Included.

No Cost for Members or Guests

Be sure to visit us for all the latest Smyrna Vinings news and events.

Time for a quick update on the Smyrna Vinings mortgage rates market.

The Week in Review:

There was no substantive economic news last week and mortgage interest rates continued a slow climb upward during the week. Home loan rates were up about .125% on the week.

What to Expect:

This week is packed with possible market-moving news. First, Greek leaders agreed to make certain budget cuts necessary to secure a financial bailout over the weekend. There are meetings set for mid-week in hopes to come to an agreement with the rest of Europe. Your guess is as good as mine about what happens. Mortgage interest rates would likely rise if a solid agreement was inked. We have a full economic calendar starting Tuesday. Inflation, Retail and manufacturing reports are spread throughout the week. Our economic reports have been modestly improving. Good economic news generally causes interest rates to rise.

Breg-ometer:

NNext 30 Days: Lock loans in. It would be unwise play the market if you are looking to close on a mortgage soon. Next 30+ Days: Neutral

Courtesy of:
Bob Bregitzer
Southeast Mortgage

Click here to start your Smyrna Vinings home search.

Time for a quick recap of the Smyrna short sales and it's impact on the current market. With 41% of all homes sold in Q4 2011 in metro Atlanta being distressed properties, it's important to understand the influence that short sales have on today's market and to keep an eye on the market.

In January, Smyrna short sales activity was:

• 28 active homes
• 26 pending homes
• 4 closed homes

• 33 active condos and townhomes
• 11 pending condos and townhomes
• 2 closed condos and townhomes

If you're in the market for a Smyrna short sale, whether a single family home, condo or townhome, we're here to help. Our team is lead by a Certified Distressed Property Expert and experienced in the nuiances faced when purchasing short sales. Protect yourself and work with the short sale experts.

Barrington Hall presents a series of lectures in their coach house meeting space on the first and third Wednesdays of each month (and sometimes the fifth Wednesday) .

This popular lecture series covers a variety of local and historic topics of interest to people living in Roswell and the surrounding areas. The doors open at 6:30 PM and our lectures begin their presentations at 7 PM. Lectures last approximately an hour and are followed by a question and answer period. Seating is limited and most lectures fill up quickly.

Please call 770.640.3855 to make a reservation or to ask questions.

Wednesday, March 7, 2012
The Restoration of Barrington Hall
Presented by Sarah Winner, current board member and restorer of Barrington Hall.

Wednesday, March 14, 2012
“First Love, Last Dance”
Nancy Rossman, a descendant of Roswell King, will speak about her new book
First Love, Last Dance, a memoir about love, hope and second chances.

Wednesday, March 21, 2012
General Sherman and the Georgia Belles
Presented by Cathy Kaemmerlen, author of General Sherman and the Georgia Belles.

Wednesday, April 4, 2012
A Brief History of the City of Atlanta
Don Rooney, Head Curator at the Atlanta History Center,
will present an overview of the history of Atlanta.

Thursday, May 31, 2012
The Occupation of Roswell…Federal and Confederate
A special Thursday night lecture, Roswell’s historian, Michael Hitt
will talk about the Federal and Confederate Occupations of Roswell in 1864.

Wednesday, June 6, 2012
The Inman Family of Atlanta
Tammy Harden Galloway, author of The Inmans: an Atlanta Family, will speak about her book and the Inmans, one of Atlanta’s founding families.

Wednesday, June 13, 2012
General Stonewall Jackson in the Shenandoah Campaign of 1862
Barrington Hall begins its Civil War Generals series with Civil War historian Robert Tanner who will present his lecture on General Thomas Jonathan “Stonewall” Jackson and Gen. Jackson’s role in the Shenandoah Campaign.

Wednesday, June 20, 2012
General John Bell Hood
Barrington Hall’s Civil War Generals lecture series will continue with Steve Davis, Civil War historian. Mr. Davis will speak about the career of General John Bell Hood (CSA).

Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Margaret Mitchell and Dr. Benjamin Mays
Bill Browning, lecturer on Margaret Mitchell, will speak about Margaret Mitchell’s professional relationship with Dr. Benjamin Mays of Morehouse College.

Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Thomas King of Roswell
Dr. Keith Bohannon, Associate Professor at West Georgia University will
give his presentation on the life of Thomas King, son of Roswell founder Barrington King.

Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Margaret Mitchell’s French Connection
Bill Browning, lecturer on Margaret Mitchell, will speak about Margaret Mitchell’s little known connection to Vimoutiers, France and how she helped rebuild the town after it was destroyed by “friendly” fire during World War II.

Visit us for the latest Roswell news and information.

Time for a quick update on the Smyrna Vinings mortgage rates market.

The Week in Review:

Good news for the labor market. Friday’s Jobs Report showed more jobs created than expected and the unemployment rate dropped to 8.30%… the lowest since early 2009. Since good news typically causes rates to rise, home loan rates moved higher Friday erasing the small decline from earlier in the week. Mortgage interest rates ended the week unchanged.

What to Expect:

It’s a slow week for economic reports so watch out for the rate markets to continue the modest increase we saw at the end of the week. The Treasury will be selling securities this week and the results of those sales could play a role in market movements.… and if you’re not sick of hearing about it, Greece continues negotiations this week. German Chancellor Angela Merkel said this week that “time is running out” for Greece to accept bailout conditions. Resolution to the debt issue (or the lack thereof) will continue to make a difference in the rate markets and could cause big changes at anytime.

Breg-ometer:

Next 15 Days: Lock loans – It would not be surprising to see rates move higher from these levels
Next 30 + Days: Neutral

Courtesy of:
Bob Bregitzer
Southeast Mortgage

Click here to start your Smyrna Vinings home search.