The median days on market of homes in West Cobb County, Georgia declined in 2010 compared to 2009 and 2008. In my opinion there are four primary reasons that homes are selling faster. Agents are either getting better a pricing Homeowners are getting real about the value of their home Banks are adding aggressively priced inventory to the … [Read more...]
If you are looking for the ultimate in luxury then why not go with the absolute best that Atlanta has to offer. The home at 490 West Paces Ferry in Buckhead is currently the highest priced home for sale in the Atlanta market. I would be happy to show to qualified buyers. Give me a call at 678-631-1812 for a private showing. … [Read more...]
On Friday I attended a one day seminar entitled "Seize the Market". Facilitated by Rick Geha, Multiple Operating Partner of Keller Williams Realty, we studied the current national and local Atlanta real estate market conditions. We delved into discussions and idea sharing of how buyers and sellers, today, can capitalize on the market. Over … [Read more...]
WHO NEEDS UNCLE SAM WHEN KW IS LEADING THE CHARGE TO SPUR THE HOUSING MARKET? Program objective To provide participating homes a competitive edge by attracting more buyers into the marketplace by offering affordable financing options. What is the program? It is a seller funded buy-down of the buyer’s interest rate. The buy-down can be … [Read more...]
JANUARY - 2011 Newsletter Housing Trends eNewsletter Welcome to the most current Housing Trends eNewsletter. This eNewsletter is specially designed for you, with national and local housing information that you may find useful whether you’re in the market for a home, thinking about selling your home, or just interested in homeowner issues in … [Read more...]
Are you looking for a great deal on a home in Cobb County? I doubt there is a day that goes by that someone doesn't tell me to call them if I see a house at a great price. Great deals are coming on the market every day. And, home prices are dropping every day as well. Here is a list of the homes in Cobb County with BIG PRICE REDUCTIONS this … [Read more...]
I am currently working with some buyers looking to purchase in the West Cobb and general Atlanta area. These clients are looking for homes between $80,000 (yes, there are homes out there for only $80,000) and $200,000. Generally, my clients will look through available properties online using the Listingbook account I have provided them (this … [Read more...]
Recently a major topic of concern for many homeowners is their property tax bill. In an effort to become your top real estate resource, I wanted to provide you valuable real estate data to keep you informed of market conditions and show you how to appeal your taxes if you feel that your home is inappropriately assessed. With declining … [Read more...]
Wow! I keep saying it over and over again as I search for properties for my clients. I am AMAZED at the incredible deals that buyers are getting today in West Cobb County. Now, more than ever, is your Golden Opportunity to take advantage of the great housing deals in West Cobb. Believe it or not, the average mortgage rate near the end of 2010 … [Read more...]
If you are thinking that you want to wait a little longer to buy a home or investment property you may want to think again. Interest rates have been increasing and the economic indicators show that they may continue to go up. Did you know that if interest rates were to increase 1% that we would need a corresponding 10% decrease in a home's … [Read more...]
Real Estate Outlook: Small Gains By Kenneth R. Harney July 12, 2010 If you're looking for a useful way to interpret where we're headed with the U.S economy -- and housing prospects in particular - consider this from Dallas Federal Reserve Bank president Richard Fisher: He sees the national economy as sort of a football team that for 18 months … [Read more...]
Every quarter my office has market statistics compiled for the West Cobb area. We have easy to read and understand charts and graphs that compare average sales prices, days on market, sales price to list price ratios, etc.. I am attaching an abbreviated report to give you an idea of what is currently happening in the area. These charts were … [Read more...]
Each quarter The Connie Calrson Team analyzes market statistics to make predictions on what the future holds for the West Cobb County real estate market. 2009 ended considerably better than it began. In the Hillgrove High School district we had 310 homes sold - up from 220 at the beginning of the year (a 41% increase). This was also a 16.5% … [Read more...]
On a quarterly basis, at Keller Williams Realty West Cobb we review the state of the West Cobb real estate market utilizing charts compiled by Chartmaster. I call this chart the American Idol Chart. The red lines represent all of the houses that were listed in a given month. These are like the American Idol contestants who thought they could … [Read more...]
It’s been three weeks now since I reopened “The Connie Carlson Team” and I have to admit that there is plenty of business out there. My most recent, and exciting adventure, has been with a builder from Atlanta. I am thrilled to announce that we are going to start building homes again. Yes, that’s right. Dust off your hammers, bring out … [Read more...]
