Real Estate Report – January 2021

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ow that your holiday decorations are packed away you may be considering bringing a fresh look to your home! Many of my clients find this to be an overwhelming process, however with guidance and an open mind the challenge is easily overcome. Sometimes a simple shuffle of your existing furniture and a fresh coat of paint on the walls is all that is required to bring about the desired change. Replacing the worn out sofa with a new, but equally comfortable family favorite is sure to wake up a tired room! Think about replacing the recliner you were never thrilled about with an inviting chair and ottoman. Donating gently worn furniture is always appreciated and alleviates a bit of the guilt that can come with wanting to replace it with something new. It doesn’t take long for a space to become cluttered with unnecessary things accumulated over time. A quick assessment and a simple purge opens the opportunity for creativity in looking at the space. Maybe it’s time to pull up the wall to wall carpeting that boasts of the family’s traffic pattern. Replacing it with hardwood floors and area rugs will immediately transform any room. Fine rugs are beautiful enhancements, I like to refer to them as floor art. New accessories should be placed and considered as an embellishment to your existing decor rather than a distraction or place holder. When in doubt is best to wait for the perfect object of art. Don’t discard your classic lamps they can be instantly updated with new shades, consider changing the shape, color and texture when selecting a new shade. Wall coverings have made a welcomed return to the well appointed home, making a perfect addition to the powder room walls. Subtle patterns and textured papers will create a beautiful ambiance to your dinning room walls. Whether you choose to do a major renovation or just spruce things up a bit, take the time to become inspired, seek professional guidance and always enjoy the process!

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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices announces partnership with Trilith A community built for creatives Brought to you by — Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties’ New Homes Division has become the sales and marketing partner for Trilith. This community neighbors Trilith Studios, known for the production of many blockbuster films, including Avengers: Endgame, and combines unique architectures with purpose-driven design to promote a creative lifestyle that goes beyond the ordinary. “I am excited to have the opportunity to help bring Trilith’s unique vision to life,” said Lori Lane, Senior Vice President of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties’ New Homes Division, Luxury Collection and Corporate Marketing. “Storytelling is a big part of our sales and marketing strategy, and Trilith’s originality aligns perfectly with what we have been doing for years. My team and I look forward to continuing the story of this incredible development and expound on the foundation that has already been set in place.” Previously known as Pinewood For-

est, Trilith boasts multiple home types designed to fit a wide array of lifestyles and price points. From single-family and micro-homes to industrial lofts and everything in between, Trilith developers have created a community that is steeped in innovation, imagination, and efficiency. The European-inspired town serves as the epicenter for the 935-acre master development and features locally owned restaurants, a k-12 art-driven school, Piedmont Wellness Center, and more thoughtfully designed amenities, resulting in an all-encompassing live/ work environment. Every inch of this development was curated to capture the

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essence of Storytelling and endorse an inspirational way of living for its projected 5,000 residents. “Trilith is thrilled to partner with Lori Lane and her team at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices to deliver exceptional real estate services to our unique community,” said Rob Parker, President of the Town at Trilith. As phase two is slated to undergo construction in early 2021, the development team plans to build a 180-room boutique hotel, a 120-room select-service hotel, a nine-screen luxury cinema, and an 18,000 square foot sound stage that will host many industry and art-

related events in the town’s center. In addition to the expansion of amenities and businesses, Trilith will be constructing 50 canopy homes that will be completely designed and built by the in-house development team. Since its inception, this awardwinning community has experienced a remarkable amount of success. Trilith is nationally recognized as the leader in innovation as all homes are designed to be geothermal, leave a smaller footprint, and encompass smart-home and solar technology. Recently, Trilith took home 27 OBIE Awards for excellence in homebuilding and design presented by the Greater Atlanta Homebuilders Association, including the prestigious 2020 Community of the Year Award. “The concept behind Trilith is unlike any other,” said Dan Forsman, President and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties. “Over the years, Lori Lane and our New Homes Division have had the privilege of representing some of the most respected builders across the Greater Atlanta area. I am confident that our strategic and creative initiatives, combined with Trilith’s unique value proposition, will lead to continued success for this community.” For more information, please visit https://newhomesdivisionga.com.

ALPHARET TA 3550 Granton Street Offered for $998,000 Julie Allan 404.405.6908 Matthew Schwartzhoff 678.591.6902

JOHNS CREEK 9125 Waits Ferry Crossing Offered for $1,439,900 Kimberly Salamone 404.376.8491

MOREL AND 833 Hines Road Offered for $2,795,000 Clay Henderson 770.652.1890 Haden Henderson 678.787.9226

ROSWELL 125 Lakeview Ridge E Offered for $437,500 Teri Frye 678.428.4281 Kim Scruggs 770.402.1704

SUWANEE 4504 Whitestone Way Offered for $3,150,000 Kathy Rice 678.697.4984 Anne Stone 404.307.6416

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Buying a home this winter Brought to you by – BILL RAWLINGS Senior Vice President & Managing Broker, North Atlanta Office Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty Without nearly the same level of competiRAWLINGS tion as the spring, winter months typically fare better for savvy home buyers. Since lockdowns occurred during the spring of 2020, the regular seasonal market frenzy was delayed several months; thus, a seller’s market is likely to transpire this winter. With low real estate inventory, high prices and intense bidding wars, the following tactics will prove beneficial during your winter house hunt. 1. Secure your financing Oftentimes, buyers may not align their financing until they find a home they’d like to purchase. With an increase in competition, waiting on pre-approval for a mortgage could cause these individuals to miss out on a property they love. Before you begin the home search, ensure you receive pre-approval for a mortgage and analyze your finances to deduce what you can afford. Another benefit of securing finances in advance is that you can secure an extremely low interest rate, allowing you to buy a more expensive home. 2. Know what you’re looking for Before searching for or touring homes, make a list of your must-haves! Perhaps your needs have changed and you require more space for working from home and general living areas. When you have your essential list, contact one of our phenomenal REALTORS® at Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty. As experts in the Metro Atlanta area, they will quickly find exactly what you’re looking for and guide you through the closing process. 3. Tour virtually first 2020 changed how many industries conduct business, including real estate. While agents have varying levels of restrictions regarding showings, open houses, etc., many REALTORS® are embracing technology to provide home tours via Zoom and FaceTime. These options also allow you to ask questions in real-time, so you can narrow down your home search virtually first and then visit your favorite properties in person. 4. Don’t procrastinate making an offer According to a Realtor.com report, there were 40% fewer homes on the market in September 2020 than during the same month in 2019. Low inventory levels plus

a sharp increase in buyer demand create a wildly competitive market landscape. If you find a home you want to buy, don’t procrastinate making an offer because another buyer could insert an offer of their own! 5. Make your offer stand out Once you make an offer, you want to ensure it stands out from the rest. Cash offers and inspection waivers are two strategies that can make your offer more appealing. If you’re financially able, cash offers are attractive because they can speed up closings and eliminate dealing with a mortgage lender. Inspection waivers can be risky because they remove repair negotiations; however, they can help you close faster. Having a top-notch agent who possesses invaluable industry knowledge can also be a vital factor in the negotiation process. With an atypical, frenzied winter real estate season, buyers need to adapt their tactics based on market trends. If you require expert assistance for your home buying search or any other real estate needs, please contact Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty at 770.442.7300. We would be happy to assist you!

A L P H A R E T TA 1004 Tullamore Place Offered for $1,399,900 Chris McCarley 678.294.5185 Jackye McCarley 678.478.7636

A L P H A R E T TA 1695 Birmingham Road Offered for $2,800,000 Lisa Caudill 404.414.1604

BUCKHEAD 1820 Peachtree Street, No. 1810 Offered for $835,000 Jeff Riebesell 205.305.8008

C H ASTA I N 77 Putnam Circle Offered for $950,000 Burma Weller 404.735.6666 Kevin McBride 404.626.6884

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M I LTO N 2872 Stirling Ridge Court Offered for $1,595,000 Bonnie Majher 678.575.4439 SU WA N E E 4824 Elkhorn Hill Drive Offered for $2,700,000 Anne Stone 404.307.6416 Kathy Rice 678.697.4984

H AY N ES M A N O R 453 Manor Ridge Drive Offered for $1,995,000 Natalie Brandt 850.865.5200

SU WA N E E 779 Crescent River Pass Offered for $2,400,000 Kathy Rice 678.697.4984 Anne Stone 404.307.6416

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2285 MOUNTAIN ROAD

MILTON, GA 30004 | $3,950,000 Todd Kroupa | 770.910.4860

1090 BAY POINTE CROSSING

ALPHARETTA, GA 30005 | $1,675,000 Amy Herington | 404.545.0149

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ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30342 | $875,000 Allison Katula | 262.442.0474

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1385 SUMMIT ROAD

14785 EAST BLUFF ROAD

MILTON, GA 30004 | $2,300,000 Todd Kroupa | 770.910.4860 Lori Postal | 678.549.3747

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3051 TEMPLEWOOD DRIVE

BROOKHAVEN, GA 30319 | $1,325,000 Debbie Kanar | 214.773.2615

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SANDY SPRINGS, GA 30350 | $750,000 Butler Swayne | 770.241.9165

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ATLANTA, GA 30305 | $1,150,000 Susan Feddersen | 773.710.4709 Nadine Lutz | 770.713.5449

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MARIETTA, GA 30062 | $699,999 Allison Holland | 608.630.2941

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5096 STEPHENS ROAD

2270 BLACKHEATH TRACE

GAINESVILLE, GA 30504 | $2,195,000 Judi Renfroe | 404.550.5644

ALPHARETTA, GA 30005 | $1,960,000 Amy Lynn | 678.488.1540

2616 BODDIE PLACE

14760 GLENCREEK WAY

DULUTH, GA 30097 | $1,125,000 Nena Gavigan | 404.993.1984

7800 STRATFORD LANE

SANDY SPRINGS, GA 30350 | $659,000 Phil Houston | 404.597.2749

MILTON, GA 30004 | $950,000 Lewis Group Homes | 404.291.3800

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3127 WATSONS BEND

MILTON, GA 30004 | $1,750,000 Susan Feddersen | 773.710.4709

9905 NATURE MILL ROAD

ALPHARETTA, GA 30022 | $895,000 Jen Croker | 770.403.8580

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Remodeling in 2021? Brought to you by – Dan Griffin Keller Williams First Atlanta What is the Cost vs. Value? We have all read that our homes are more important than they ever were in these GRIFFIN days of the pandemic. We not only “live” at home, many are home for school, work, recreation and fitness. The home improvement stores are one segment of the retail world that is thriving. If we are spending more time at home, we might as well make it the best place possible! A common question we as Realtors get from homeowners is, “What improvements result in the best returnon-investment when selling?” Even if there is no immediate plan to sell, homeowners want to know that the money they are spending to remodel the kitchen or baths will add value when selling. An excellent source of data available related to this decision is Remodeling-Cost vs. Value Report provided by Remodeling Magazine. This is an annual report for the country,

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4041 BEECHWOOD DRIVE NW ATLANTA, GA 30327 | $4,000,000 John Damouni | 404.797.8058

3 KINGS CIRCLE NE

ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30305 | $650,000 Jodi Halpert | 404.513.5151

2609 WOODACRES ROAD NE ATLANTA, GA 30345 | $435,000 Jodi Mekyten | 770.393.3200

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469 ATLANTA COUNTRY CLUB DR MARIETTA, GA 30067 | 1,829,000 Casey Riddle | 404.502.1143

261 FRANKLIN ROAD

ATLANTA, GA 30342 | $567,000 Lindsay Levin | 404.667.3232

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SANDY SPRINGS, GA 30342 | $425,000 Jodi Halpert | 404.513.5151

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1450 NORTHWOLD DRIVE

ATLANTA, GA 30350 | 1,224,900 Lindsay Levin | 404.667.3232

5473 COBURN COURT

DUNWOODY, GA 30338 | $565,000 Mary Ellen Harris | 770.656.0768

522 PERIMETER WALK

DUNWOODY, GEORGIA 30338 | $410,000 Lindsay Levin | 404.667.3232

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801 DORADO CIRCLE

MARIETTA, GA 30067 | $1,090,000 Lindsay Levin | 404.667.3232

384 16TH STREET NW UNIT #1 ATLANTA, GA 30363 | $520,000 Lyssa Pietro | 770.366.7119

327 LE GRAN BEND

ATLANTA, GA 30328 | $358,500 Jodi Mekyten | 770.393.3200

1961 PEELER ROAD

DUNWOODY, GA 30338 | $940,000 Tom Sheeran | 404.307.5538

41 WESTFAIR COURT

ATLANTA, GA 30328 | $490,000 Lindsay Levin | 404.667.3232

2300 PEACHFORD ROAD #4308

DUNWOODY, GA 30338 | $350,000 Alicia Lee | 770.827.9300

4275 SPRINGMILL DRIVE

MARIETTA, GA 30062 | $775,000 Julie Brittain | 404.966.3328

992 BERGERON PLACE

SANDY SPRINGS, GA 30338 | $484,900 Dennis Santiago | 678.200.6177

346 CARPENTER DRIVE #72

SANDY SPRINGS, GA 30328 | $189,900 Bob Cleary | 678.296.5917

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The empty nester’s guide to home improvement Brought to you by — Remodeling Expo Center The kids have graduated college, the weddings are paid for, and it’s time for you to enjoy your golden years. Unfortunately, you may have also realized that “downsizing” has become more expensive than keeping your existing house! ”Not simply accounting for the transactional costs of moving, but the terrible reality of the present housing market, is that newer small homes cost more than your larger home” says John Hogan president of Remodeling Expo Center. John continued, “an increasingly large number of our customers are empty nesters, and they’re all adapting their 1980’s or 1990’s-built home to become more current and appropriate for their later years. The present interest rate environment is fueling the rapid growth in remodeling in the form of the cash-out refi”. These are the most common empty nester remodeling projects in North Atlanta. Kitchen Upgrade. Adapting the kitchen for more occasions, and more people, kids plus grandchildren. Frequently improving circulation by incorporating an island with an eating area for grandchildren is a common goal. Improving accessibility of cabinets with roll-out drawers and improving storage are almost always included. Flooring and Stairs. A highly desirable upgrade is the front entry to the home because it’s the first this you see when entering the house. Removing aged carpet runners on stairs, replacing white pickets with black metal on stairs, and re-staining hardwood floors from the 1980’s honey color to one which is darker, are all common changes made

by empty nesters. Master Bathroom. Empty nesters are very focused on, not only improving the “feel” of their bathroom, but also safety aspects. “Fortunately, there are a wide range of products that incorporated safe, non-slip surfaces that also look fabulous” says Brittany Lingerfelt, head designer at Remodeling Expo Center. Grab bars, frameless glass, level entry showers, and therapeutic tubs are all common requests. Value Preservation. Empty nesters are increasing young at heart, and just because the kids are out of the house, doesn’t mean they’re not focusing on value and return on investment. “This is where we can offer significant consultation”, says John Hogan, “We understand our customers and they rely on us for honest advice. For more information of how to improve the value of your home, contact The Remodeling Expo Center at 404 910-3969 or stop in at 48 King Street, Roswell, GA 30075. www.RemodelingExpo.com.

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What next? Planning for your care as you age Brought to you by — Michelle Wilson, Wilson Legal, and Pam Santoro, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services As we age, life changes: Children go off to college. Priorities shift. Health may start WILSON to decline. Join experts Michelle Wilson, of Wilson Legal, and Pam Santoro, of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, as they answer questions and provide solutions, including: • Am I ready to downsize? SANTORO • How can I safely “age in place?” • What are the 4 Ways to Pay for Care at home or in a senior living community? (Including the Medicaid monster in your closet) • How do I protect my loved one (or myself) from crooked caregivers? (Hint: Power of Attorney + Visibility) Tuesday, January, 12th 12:00pm-1:00pm

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