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Choosing the right material for your Exterior Shutters Brought to you by - Dupbel Millworks, Inc. Shutters can make or break the curb appeal of a house and it is important to consider the different materials that shutters are made of. Prices will vary considerably between the different materials and each will have its own positives and negatives. Let’s take a look at the 4 main ones. Wood: Very traditional and good looking. Could be pricey depending in the wood species that is used. Stay away from cheaper woods like Poplar or pine that will rot, twist and split within a short period of time. Good species are Western Red Cedar and Cypress. Make sure you add some sort of a cap to the top of the shutter to prevent splitting and make sure your provider seals the wood effectively to prevent rot. Easy to customize size and styles. Easy to repaint depending on the paint used, and special care should be taken to ensure the paint seals the product completely. Vinyl: Cheapest option you can get, but then it will also look like that. The summer heat can play a trick on these where the shutters became brittle with color fading over time. These shutters are typically hollow and not very strong. Its recommended that they are mounted flush against the wall, although some service providers sell hardware kits to mount them on hinges. Vinyl shutters are typically 3 times cheaper than wood or composites, but remember you’ll have to pay for installation 3 times. Limited options available for size, style and color. Difficult to repaint effectively. Composite Wood: Pricing is comparable to wood, and although you get the look and feel of wood, you don’t have the issues that comes using wood. No rotting, swelling, twisting and if it is the right material, no insect damage. There are different composite materials available and not all are rated for extended exterior use, so make sure your provider uses the right stuff (and can prove it). Very long lasting and in some cases you even have environmentally friendly/safe options available. Easy to customize and a good provider should be able to create unique designs and styles perfect for your home. Similar to wood it will need repainting in a few years, but generally easy to do. Can be mounted on hinges or direct to the wall. PVC: Pricey, so shop around. This stuff will last almost forever and moisture have no

effect on it. Heat does play a role and it’s prone to cupping, bending and warping, so make sure your provider adds some form of additional strengthening. Seems that the industry standard is to add metal bracing on the back to prevent some of the issues. Difficult to paint and typically comes in standard colors. Make sure from you provider what steps you’ll have to take when it comes to repainting. Can be mounted flush or on hinges. Dupbel Millworks Inc. manufactures exteriors shutters using only weather resistant materials. Our core business is shutters made from a composite wood material that is rot, insect and weather resistant. This is especially important in Georgia’s hot, humid conditions. Although we carry a series of shutters styles, we are fully equipped to help you design the specific look you desire, and every shutter is custom made based on your house, windows and design. We use your house as our showroom, knowing very well how difficult it can be to see what a specific style of shutter will do the look of your home. We come to your house with samples and will help you to choose the perfect style of shutter for your house. Our business is located in Alpharetta, GA and we are proud to serve the residential and commercial market of North Georgia. We are small enough to provide you with personal attention, yet strong enough to handle complex designs. 678-662-4815

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How do interest rates affect the housing market? Brought to you by – Sam DiVito, REALTOR® HOME Real Estate, The Kloster Group At this point you have probably heard a fair amount about rising interest rates and you are probably wondering how that affects the market in general. As interest rates go up, the purchasing power of the buyer goes down. If you have to borrow money to purchase your house (typically in the form of a mortgage) the interest rate affects the total amount you will pay per month. A 1% increase in interest is a fairly significant increase in total payment. That means the total number of buyers at every price

point will be impacted. Less buyers equals less demand equals (eventually) a slower sellers market. One large part of why we have had so many offers on houses as listing agents is because the interest rates have been DIVITO historically low allowing for buyers to have the ability to spend more. This has also driven up significant demand by way of additional buyers in the market. So as rates go up, watch the housing market start to slow down. Rates are still

extremely low compared to those of past decades. This is not something buyers or sellers need to worry about – We are simply hopefully moving towards a more neutral market in the coming years. This doesn’t happen overnight. In most of metro Atlanta, prices are still increasing and interest rates may still be increasing, so it is still a great time to buy and sell. Even as some buyers are kicked out of the price point they could afford last year, we still expect to see high demand due to supply chain issues that arose during the pandemic so you can still plan on multiple offers for the foreseeable future. Demand is still higher than the supply available!

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Economic Outlook: As a local REALTOR here in Milton, I often get asked where do I foresee the local real estate market heading this year? We aren’t shooting in the dark, yet my crystal ball is as muddy as the next. We are in an interesting time for sure! Will homes continue to increase like the past year? With rising inflation and the Fed raising rates (indirectly affects mortgage rates), appreciation should slow down compared to the over 20% increases we saw recently. Yet, with Milton still being highly desirable and inventory being low (although we have seen more homes coming to market in recent weeks), it will continue to outpace surrounding areas. Fannie Mae revised their outlook to estimate an appreciation of 10.8% still for this year.

We normally average 4-6% a year. Will interest rates continue to rise? Again, as mentioned above, we are going to continue to see mortgage rates increase as the Fed raises rates. How high? We are at 5% currently on a 30 year and 4.5% on a 15 year. We are expecting the Fed to raise rates this coming month. Rates will be heading towards 6% and possibly higher by the year end. Also, with the recent rise in rates, we are still seeing multiple offers and many homes still going over list price, but slightly less competition. *** 1% increase in mortgage rate lowers your purchase power by 10%. Ex. If a buyer can afford $1mil home at 5%, now its $900k at 6% for nearly the same payment. Thought: People ask about “What ifs” around Recession. GDP was a -1.4%. It takes two quarters in a row for Recession. Yet, I don’t foresee home prices coming down being there’s a lack of supply of homes on the market.

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Can the pace of home remodeling continue? Brought to you by - Remodeling Expo Center Throughout 2021 home remodeling seemed virtually unaffected by the Covid pandemic. Home sales continue to be robust, but the pace of home remodeling is even greater. New home buyers tend to remodel as soon as they move into their new home, but the remodeling craze seems to apply to everyone. “Our Kitchen and Bathroom remodeling business has experienced a 75% year over year increase” says John Hogan, president of Remodeling Expo Center, “and we don’t see any slowdown in sight”. There’s been a rapid change to supply chains in our entire economy and while some businesses are suffering, others are prospering. Demand for products and services are at record levels and businesses are required to re-think their supply chain from end to end; those businesses that creatively maneuver around the supply chain issues are

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30041 (ZIP CODE) | March 2022 REAL ESTATE SNAPSHOT - Change since this time last year Single-Family NUMBER OF SALES

NEW LISTINGS

AVERAGE DOM

-36.19%

-6.4%

-48.28%

Mar ‘21 105

Mar ‘22 67

Mar ‘21 105 125

Mar ‘22 117 67

Mar ‘21 105 29

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Mar ‘22 67 15

34.70%

29.62%

MEDIAN SALES PRICE Single-Family

AVERAGE SALES PRICE Single-Family

34.12%

23.05%

MEDIAN LIST PRICE (SOLD LISTINGS) Single-Family

AVERAGE LIST PRICE (SOLD LISTINGS) Single-Family

THE IMPACT OF RISING INTEREST RATES ON HOME PRICES Changes when mortgage rates increase by more than one percent START DATE

END DATE

MONTHS

INCREASE

HOME PRICES

OCT 1993

DEC 1994

2.38%

+3%

JAN 1996

SEPT 1996

1.2%

+2%

OCT 1998

MAY 2000

1.81%

+13%

JUN 2003

JUN 2004

1.06%

+13%

JUN 2005

JUL 2006

1.18%

+7%

NOV 2012

DEC 2013

1.11%

+11%

1.46%

+8%

AVERAGE

As the chart shows, mortgage rates jumped by at least one percent six times in the last thirty years. In each case, home values increased.

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Brought to you by – Cecil Mabrey, Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty With the recent rise and rumor of increasing interest rates, home sales are still continuing strong. This doesn’t mean that there’s the same amount of attention or attraction as there was on the rates as there were a month ago when rates were in the high 3’s and low 4’s. What the increase in interest rates have done that I have seen has reduce the traffic and fewer crazy offers on homes. This does not mean it’s happening in all markets and for all homes but there has been a slight impact. If

you’re interested in selling your home, now is the time to do it before interest rates continue to rise as they are forecasted to do and there is still a major shortage on homes. If you’re looking to purchase, you may have to change your price range a little or plan for a slightly higher mortgage payment, that is the biggest impact that I’ve seen so far. As always, when looking to sell or purchase a home, use a licensed Realtor, not just an agent. If you’re not sure of the difference between a real estate agent and a Realtor, just give me a call. CECIL MABREY 678.313.6007 cecilmabrey@atlantafinehomes.com

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Five landscaping projects to increase curb appeal Brought to you by – Bill Rawlings, Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty

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In real estate, first impressions make a big difference. Increasing the curb appeal of your home is a smart investment that not only boosts the value of your property but also increases the likelihood that potential buyers RAWLINGS will make it through the front door. The most important factor in curb appeal isn’t the amount of money you spend but the wise use of your resources. A few strategic projects can do more than thousands of dollars haphazardly spent. Before you get started, take a moment to critically examine how you can improve elements like contrast, color and balance, and make a (manageable) checklist. You might be surprised how many of your ideas require more elbow grease than a large budget. 1. Clean up. Something as simple as a thorough cleaning can do wonders to make exteriors more inviting. Sweep your porch and steps, get rid of spider webs and insect nests, power wash or hose down your

driveway and walkways, wash your windows, rake leaves leftover from winter and get rid of miscellaneous clutter. 2. Plant a tree. Trees add beauty and sustainability to the landscape. They also increase property values! You will, of course, want to check which ones grow best in your soil, but flowering and ornamental trees are most popular for front yards. Remember to water well! 3. Refresh your mulch. Old, faded mulch is a bad look for any yard. Fresh mulch adds contrast, helps define flower beds and trees, discourages weeds and keeps the soil moist. Pay attention to quality when you’re shopping and go for natural over synthetic or dyed materials, which often contain contaminants. 4. Balance garden beds for contrast. A well-planned garden bed makes any home easy to love. Layering plants and flowers so that the blooms and greenery are vibrant and interesting at different times of the year is one way to kill many birds with one stone! 5. Update your outdoor furniture. Make sure porch swings and wooden outdoor seating get a fresh coat of paint and consider tossing items that are too worn to be repaired or replaced. Just a few improvements can make a huge impact. If you need assistance renovating your home or have any other

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What is an FHA loan? Brought to you by – Dan Griffin, Compass, Inc Atlanta It is a Federal Housing Administration loan, backed by the U.S. government. Applications are submitted directly to a mortgage lender or broker; however, the FHA will typically “buy” the loan from the lender after it is made or guarantee the lender against loss. FHA loans typically require lower down payments and credit scores than most conventional loans, making them a clear favorite among first-time buyers or those with not-so-perfect credit history. What Are the Terms? FHA loans have terms of either 30 years or 15 years. The interest rate is fixed for the entire life of the loan. Closing costs run between 3% to 5% of the total loan amount, and up to 6% can be paid by sellers, builders, or lenders. FHA borrowers are required to pay mortgage insurance (PMI) but can refinance as they build equity and convert to a conventional loan without PMI.

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