The Distinction
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Table of Contents About The Griffith Group
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Social Media
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Happy Clients
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Dynamic Video
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My Value to You
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Atlantafinehomes.com
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No. 1 Brokerage Stats
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Concierge Services
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Sotheby's International Realty 33
Senior Relocation Services
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Understanding Market Value 16 Property Journey 18 About Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty 20
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10 Reasons Why
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Our Distinction
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Our Brand, Your Advantage
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Globally Connected
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Targeted Advertising
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Public Relations
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Property Syndication
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Property Report
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Leading the Market/ Representing All Price Points 36 No. 1 Brokerage in Metro Atlanta
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Virtual Staging
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Live Generously
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Our Story 40 Strength in Numbers
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Our Offices 43 Moving Checklist
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About The Griffith Group
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PAM GRIFFITH REALTOR®
Atlanta REALTORS® Association Top 5% Producer Seniors Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®) Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist™ (CLHMS) c. 404.395.1031 o. 770.442.7300 pamgriffith@atlantafinehomes.com
ROSS GRIFFITH REALTOR®
Atlanta REALTORS® Association Top 5% Producer Seniors Real Estate Specialist®(SRES®) c. 404.664.9132 o. 770.442.7300 rossgriffith@atlantafinehomes.com
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With over 40 years of collective real estate expertise, The Griffith Group delivers results that rank them among the Top 5% of REALTORS® by the Atlanta REALTORS® Association, along with a client experience that consistently earns five-star reviews. Led by Pam Griffith and Ross Griffith, the team integrates the efforts of multiple members to serve clients throughout Metro Atlanta. Leveraging unparalleled resources, decades of sales and marketing experience and proven contract and negotiation strategies to ease transitions, they tailor their services to fit your specific needs. Adept at utilizing data-driven strategies to help you realize your goals, they work tirelessly to exceed your expectations and make every process as effortless as possible. Whether assisting with a first or final real estate experience, their emphasis on communication tailored to meet your needs reflects their commitment to personal attention and service. In addition, they excel at identifying each home’s strengths and potential, incorporating staging services and professional photography to ensure each home is picture-ready and set to sell. Known for its concierge listing services program, The Griffith Group specializes in assisting sellers with an elevated level of support through coordinated project management. Working with you to effectively increase your home’s sale value, they provide a plan and vetted resources—from design and staging to general contracting and home organization— and oversee every step with the utmost care. As a veteran naval officer, Pam Griffith has embodied the core tenants of duty and service within her real estate career, bolstered by over 25 years of corporate experience in client service, sales, marketing, operations and negotiations. Involved in real estate for decades with a history of investing since the early ‘90s, she possesses a tailored approach that has been recognized as “The Gold Standard” by her clients and peers. Repeatedly recognized as a Top Producer by the Atlanta REALTORS® Association, she consistently receives five-star reviews from her clients for her dedication to providing the ultimate client experience. Although he works with a variety of real estate needs, Ross Griffith particularly enjoys making the buying and selling process less stressful for first-time homebuyers, walking them through the nuances of getting settled into a home they love. Raised in Dunwoody and Sandy Springs, Ross currently resides in Buckhead and possesses a native understanding of the Atlanta market. His corporate sales background and real estate expertise help buyers and sellers find the right investment and navigate the market with confidence. Dedicated to protecting your interests while providing you with the highest level of resources and support, The Griffith Group consistently seeks to do more.
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Happy Clients See what our clients’ have to say about their experience working with The Griffith Group. "A pro's pro! I was looking for someone with not only vast experience and knowledge of the top-end perimeter area but also someone with experience selling in my subdivision, both previously and recently. Pam checked all of those boxes. She's quick to respond, and when she came armed with a binder of information when we first met, I knew she was the person I wanted to work with in selling my condo. My plan all along was to move and then list, and Pam has connections that helped me quickly execute not only moving out but also the prep work that comes into getting the condo ready for sale. Thanks to her, the process was lightning fast, and the condominium was listed and sold in a timeframe I would never have thought imaginable -- and at a great sale price! If you're considering selling and are in the Sandy Springs/Dunwoody/Roswell area, Pam's team is terrific! Highly recommend!" "Ross, Pam and the Team did an excellent job selling my home! I was particularly pleased with their concierge program, which helped assess the "little fixes" needed to maximize my selling price. The best part was how efficient and costeffective they were! They did a deep interior cleaning, spot-cleaned my carpet, did minor touch-up work around my backdoor frame, and re-painted my walls. I followed Ross and Pam's advice, and my home sold quickly. I got my asking price. I can't thank them enough for guiding me through this process!" "Five stars all day! I HIGHLY recommend working with Pam and Ross Griffith for your new home purchase. Pam was patient through the search process yet diligent. Even though I was searching for a home in a tough market, Ross continued to provide homes that were exactly what I was looking for. Pam and Ross' responsiveness and accessibility are a huge plus, as I often travel or work odd hours. Their professionalism and tact made me feel comfortable and in good hands during the negotiation stage. Pam and Ross also provided contractor information after purchasing my new home. I trust each vendor, and everyone has done a fantastic job so far. I plan to recommend them to friends and family when they are in the market."
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"Our experience with Ross as our REALTOR® was truly amazing. He is very familiar with the local market, which made a huge difference in our access to competitive options. As first time homebuyers, Ross walked us through every step of the process. He is responsive, professional, easy to work with and does not hestitate to make himself available at all hours. We would trust Ross with our next home and certainly highly recommend him to our friends, family and anyone seeking an excellent REALTOR® in the metro Atlanta/Georgia network." "It is easy to see why Pam is named a Top 5% Producing Agent of Metro Atlanta year after year. She and her team marketed our home in such a way that resulted in an offer just days after listing. Her assistance didn't stop after the closing either. She networked with other agents to secure us a moving company after ours fell through. Thank you so much, Pam!" "Pam and Ross were amazing. They came in at the last minute and were able to get our house sold within the tight timeline that we had. They were professional, responsive and knowledgeable - all the qualities that are needed to provide excellent service. I would definitely use them again and highly recommend them to anyone selling their home." "Pam was incredibly helpful and encouraging while we were searching for a house during this difficult time of finding a house within our budget and that was not over-bid on. She advocated on my behalf to both the lender and listing agent to help get things changed in our favor. I would definitely recommend working with Pam Griffith!" "I recently had the pleasure of working with Pam and Ross to sell my home. This was the third time I used their services in five years and was greatly amazed. From start to finish, it was an absolute pleasure! From our initial conversations and throughout the whole process, they were professional. They were highly knowledgeable about the local market and made sure I always felt like a priority. At each step in the whole process, they came through with their commitment to excellence. Their negotiation skills were first-rate - they consistently found ways to get us the best deal possible. They also went out of their way to ensure every detail was taken care of - from arranging inspections to researching potential issues with a property. Throughout our journey, demonstrated patience and understanding of my situation. Whether I needed additional time for research or require more information on a particular property, they took it all in their stride. They went out of the way to provide me with extra resources and various options I could consider when deciding. Working with them was like a family!"
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CLOSING DAY
REPRESENTATION/ PROTECTION FOR YOU
PREPARE FOR CLOSING
My Value to You as Your REALTOR®
LOAN PROCESS, APPRAISALS AND CONTINGENCIES
UNDER CONTRACT: TIMELINES, INSPECTIONS AND VENDORS
PREPARE STRATEGIC OFFER/PRICE COMPARISON
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PRE-APPROVAL FINANCING OPTIONS PURCHASING POWER
IDENTIFYING ON- AND OFF-MARKET PROPERTIES
COORDINATE AND SCHEDULE PROPERTY SHOWINGS EDUCATE ON VARIOUS CONTINGENCIES AND TERMS, REVIEW DISCLOSURES
No. 1 Brokerage in Metro Atlanta TOTAL SALES VOLUME
CURRENT INVENTORY
TOTAL SALES PENDING
NEW LISTINGS TAKEN
Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty
$3.20B
$496.5M
$1.71B
$2.84B
Atlanta Communities
$2.43B
$268.8M
$1.22B
$1.78B
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties
$2.40B
$383.2M
$1.24B
$2.04B
Ansley Real Estate Christie’s International Real Estate
$2.12B
$283.8M
$1.02B
$1.61B
Keller Williams Atlanta Partners
$2.09B
$184.0M
$1.10B
$1.53B
BROKERAGE
$4.3 Billion TOTAL COMPANY SALES VOLUME, PAST 12 MONTHS
Source: TrendGraphix, Top 5 Firms, February 2023. February 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023, Cherokee, Cobb, DeKalb, Forsyth, Fulton and Gwinnett Counties. All Property Types; All Price Points.
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Our Unique Programs
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Concierge Services Strategically optimizing your home's value to sell. Are you looking to elevate your price, outcome and experience with your most important investment, your home?
Our team will present you with a strategic plan and staging recommendation. The Griffith Group will fund upfront listing preparation expenses, reimbursable at closing. Our team will oversee the entire process utilizing our design team and vetted vendors. We will use a custom-tailored marketing approach that optimizes your home’s value.
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Our team will provide the following expert resources from coordination to completion. ORGANIZING/PACKING
DESIGN SERVICES
• Moving
• Interior Design
• Packing
• Professional Staging
• Hauling
• Landscape Refresh/Design
• Organizing
• Exterior Curb Appeal
• Deep-cleaning • Window washing
GENERAL CONTRACTING • Painting • Electrical • Plumbing • Lighting • Roofing/Gutter • Handyman • Flooring
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Senior Relocation Services Meeting the special needs of maturing clients when selling, buying and relocating. Are you, or someone you know, looking to downsize and relocate to either a smaller home or an independent/assisted living community?
Our team will present you with a strategic relocation plan and staging recommendation. The Griffith Group will fund upfront listing preparation expenses, reimbursable at closing. This provides you the ability to focus your finances on your future living situation. Our team will oversee the entire process utilizing our professional partners and vetted vendors. In listing your home for sale, we will use a customtailored marketing approach that optimizes your home’s value.
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Our team will provide the following expert resources from coordination to relocation completion. SENIOR RELOCATION SERVICES
DESIGN SERVICES
• Downsizing Assistance
• Interior Design
• Senior Decluttering Services
• Professional Staging
• Packing Services
• Landscape Refresh/Design
• Estate Sale Navigation
• Exterior Curb Appeal
• Deep Cleaning • Window Washing
GENERAL CONTRACTING
• Cleanout Services
• Painting
• Resettling Services
• Electrical
• Moving Coordination
• Plumbing
• Organizing
• Lighting
• Space Planning
• Roofing/Gutter
• Concierge Program – Preparation for Home Sale
• Handyman
• Real Estate Listing and Management
• Flooring
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Understanding Market Value
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THE MARKET VALUE OF YOUR HOME IS: • What a buyer is willing to pay for the property today • Based on today’s market • Based on today’s competition • Based on today’s financing • Based on today’s economic conditions • Based on the buyer’s perception of property condition • Based on location • Based on normal marketing time
THE MARKET VALUE OF YOUR HOME IS NOT: • What you have in it • What you need out of it • What it is appraised for • What you heard your neighbor’s house sold for • What the tax office says it is worth • What it is insured for • Based on memories and treasures • Based on prices of homes where you are moving
AS A SELLER, YOU DO CONTROL • The price you ask • The condition of the property • Access to the property • The agent you choose to sell your home
AS A SELLER, YOU DO NOT CONTROL • Market conditions • The motivation of your competition • Value 17
Property Journey NOTHING COMPARES TO MASTERFUL MARKETING IN ACTION. LISTING YOUR PROPERTY • Property listed with the First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS) servicing over 33,000 agents across Metro Atlanta • Professional photography • Wooden yard sign • A professionally designed brochure will be available to potential buyers to learn more information about your home
ADVERTISING LOCALLY • A professionally designed postcard promoting your home mailed to potential buyers, featuring a smart QR code that links to property details • A targeted, paid Meta ad campaign will promote your home to potential buyers on Facebook and Instagram • Professionally designed social media graphics created and posted to the listing agent’s social media channels, promoting your home to their client base • A professionally designed Introducing e-blast will be strategically sent to our proprietary list of agents throughout Metro Atlanta • Broker open luncheons promoted via e-blast and open houses promoted via signs and multiple platforms including AtlantaFineHomes.com, SothebysRealty.com, Zillow.com and Realtor.com
ADVERTISING GLOBALLY • Your home will be introduced to discerning audiences worldwide through our partnership with media powerhouses, including SothebysRealty.com, Juwai. com, Nikkei.com, WSJ.com, Homes.com, Realtor.com, Zillow.com and more
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SHOWINGS AND FEEDBACK • Showings by appointment • Special feature cards posted throughout the property to point out unique items that a buyer might miss • A special feature card with a smart QR code that will link to the home’s property details page • Networking with the agent population • A weekly listing status report will be sent to you every Friday, highlighting the various marketing and showing activities for the week
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About Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty
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NOTHING COMPARES TO WHAT'S NEXT, AND HERE IS WHY.
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the legacy Consistently attaining record-breaking sales over the decades, the Sotheby’s legacy is unlike any other. We are proud to be a part of the oldest company on the NYSE, the most prestigious auction house in the world and the premier authority on the representation of luxury homes.
the brand Sotheby’s, founded in 1744, is a rare brand that instantly evokes quality, extraordinary service and an appreciation of truly valuable items. This positioning allows us to conduct business with affluent individuals who share our brand vision and commitment to excellence. We offer exclusive and unsurpassed opportunities to market extraordinary residences to clients of the auction house.
the people Our agents, staff and senior leadership make our company more successful every day. We even have an internal app meant to connect our agents with new listings, vendor recommendations, buyer needs and more. With a 7:1 agent-to-staff ratio, our team supports and promotes the efforts of our agents to provide a seamless experience.
the network Sotheby’s International Realty® represents the only true global real estate network. Thousands of office-to-office referrals are processed every year and several events are held to ensure all Sotheby’s International Realty® agents establish strong business relationships within the network.
the marketing
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Our local and international marketing is unparalleled. We partner with leading organizations such as the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, Architectural Digest and Metro Atlanta’s most popular local publications to provide the best exposure for the homes we represent.
the reach With an outstanding brand, a robust marketing plan and a strong network comes limitless reach to potential homebuyers. Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty associates are able to tailor their marketing strategy to target an array of potential buyers without missing a beat.
the standards Our property marketing is developed with the highest standards in mind. High-resolution imagery, eloquent description writing and impeccable presentation are musts when promoting a residence with us.
the service Luxury is a level of service, not a price point. Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty associates pride themselves on offering white-glove service from beginning to end, establishing long-lasting relationships with their clients.
the track record In our decade plus of existence, Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty has developed an impressive track record, closing exceptional sales, becoming the leading luxury real estate firm and establishing a presence as Atlanta’s premier international firm. Our company’s 550+ agents achieved more than $4.7 billion in sales last year, proudly ranking No. 1 in Metro Atlanta for total sales volume and in the Top 10 of Sotheby’s International Realty® affiliates for total home sales.
the overall experience Our culture is based on one goal: to create an unrivaled, seamless client experience. For 278 years, the Sotheby’s brand has grown and succeeded due to its respect for tradition and its focus on innovation. Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty is no exception.
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Our Distinction We deliver a singular experience to every client by going above and beyond their individual needs. We connect them with consumers who share our elevated vision by leveraging our brand's heritage and sterling reputation. We utilize our advantage as a global luxury real estate network to provide unparalleled reach and partner with leading media to obtain the best possible exposure. We showcase the homes we represent with the highest quality production and the latest technology for even greater impact.
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Our Brand, Your Advantage The Sotheby's International Realty® brand is built on the centurieslong prestige of the world’s preeminent auction house. Our unmatched reputation gives the properties we represent the best-in-class exposure they deserve and assures buyers they are working with experts they can trust no matter where they are in the world.
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Globally Connected With a network of residential brokerage companies in more than 81 countries and territories, Sotheby's International
Realty is the only truly global real estate brand. Through our personal relationships, our sellers reach a highly qualified global clientele.
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Targeted Advertising With an emphasis on exclusivity, the Sotheby's International Realty brand’s advertising plans are driven by a consumer-centric approach targeting potential homebuyers and sellers at all stages of the real estate journey. Our robust digital and print strategy is aimed at showcasing homes to highly qualified homebuyers.
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Public Relations As the most profiled luxury real estate brand in the news, Sotheby's International Realty provides unmatched editorial exposure for notable properties. Our public relations team fosters relationships with leading media outlets to build awareness for our brand while managing its reputation and to generate exposure for your homes.
Source: Meltwater, January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022.
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Social Media Sotheby's International Realty has a growing number of more than 1M followers worldwide viewing content on Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Twitter, WeChat and our popular RESIDE® Blog. Together with Sotheby's International Realty, we craft and share exclusive social media content for people passionate about fine living and leverage targeted social media marketing to ensure your property reaches the web’s most sophisticated buyers.
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Dynamic Video Video plays an important role in our marketing strategy, the
Sotheby's International Realty award-winning YouTube channel has more video views and subscribers than any other real estate brand. 31
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atlantafinehomes.com Our website, atlantafinehomes.com, features the latest technology with a focus on showcasing beautiful homes. Recognizing the importance of appealing to the global consumer, the robust features include the ability to view all of our homes in five different languages, translate the entire website into 14 languages and view the listing price in more than 50 currencies. Immerse yourself in a Matterport 3D/Virtual Reality experience or explore the homes our brand represents around the world through our integrated video channel. More than 55,000 unique visitors explore atlantafinehomes.com each month. 32
sothebysrealty.com The Sotheby's International Realty website, now enhanced in 14 languages, engages millions of buyers every month, immersing them in your home through rich content such as highresolution photography, ultra-high-definition videos and virtual reality tours. The rich and relevant content available on sothebysrealty. com enables the site to have the best ranking positions in search engines like Google, maximizing the chances for a buyer to find your home. Homes from around the globe can be accessed seamlessly on any device, and mobile users can directly text a sales associate from any property detail page.
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Property Syndication The exposure and worldwide reach of our listings is a crucial piece of what sets us apart from the rest of the industry. Our global property marketing partners include the most authoritative news, lifestyle and financial voices, as well as real estate-centric websites. Once a home is showcased on sothebysrealty.com, it is syndicated to more than 30 international websites that are leaders in their categories and markets, and will also be marketed on more than 100 local Sotheby's International Realty websites.
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Property Report Strategic placement and unique positioning of your home’s best features are critical in securing the right audience to not only preview your home online, but also to take the next step in their home search. The Sotheby's International Realty brand partners with and distributes properties to the most significant media companies and real estate-focused websites in the world in order to increase exposure and drive the online consumer back to the rich content on sothebysrealty.com. To measure the results of this exposure, we provide a property report including view and inquiry statistics for each partner site to effectively illustrate the activity your home receives online. This allows us to keep you informed of our marketing efforts to sell your home. 35
Leading the Market Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty is one of the highest-performing real estate companies in the nation and, having closed $4.3 billion in sales last year, proudly ranks No. 1 in Metro Atlanta for total sales volume.
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$2,386,455 TrendGraphix, Top Five Firms, February 2023.
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Representing All Price Points Our clients benefit from our firm’s global
Agent Productivity. February 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023; All FMLS Counties; All Price Points.
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OVER $650K
professional service, regardless of price point. In addition to record-setting sales, 57% of our transactions in the past 12 months were under $650,000. FMLS, February 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023. Data deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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No. 1 Brokerage in Metro Atlanta • METRO ATLANTA: CHEROKEE, COBB, DEKALB, FORSYTH, FULTON AND GWINNETT COUNTIES • BUCKHEAD AND INTOWN HOME SALES • BROOKHAVEN AND SANDY SPRINGS HOME SALES
• NORTH FULTON AND SOUTH FORSYTH HOME SALES • METRO ATLANTA LUXURY HOME SALES, $1M+ • METRO ATLANTA LUXURY HOME SALES, $3.5M+ • METRO ATLANTA NEW CONSTRUCTION
TrendGraphix, February 1, 2022 – January 31, 2023. Data deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Virtual Staging Virtual staging is the transformation of a single photo into a uniquely virtually staged scene to make listings that are not furnished or in need of a refresh look more appealing. Virtually staged photos can be used for online marketing exposure on sothebysrealty.com, Apple TV, SIR Mobile, and will also be sent to the brand’s syndication channel partners. Any property can be transformed using virtual staging technology.
BEFORE
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Live Generously Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty’s foundation begins with a servant-first commitment to the community. To us, home is a feeling that extends beyond our front door and into the communities in which we live and work to those who need a helping hand. We proudly and passionately support more than 50 arts, charitable, community and education organizations through donations, sponsorships, volunteering, mentoring, board member and leadership opportunities.
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Senior Management Team pictured from left to right: Jennifer Pino, Bill Rawlings, Lisa Johnson, David Boehmig, Jenny Pruitt, Jim Glover, Nancy See, Scott Payne and Sherri Conrad
Our Story Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty was founded in 2007 under the extraordinary leadership of Jenny Pruitt and David Boehmig. As the exclusive Sotheby's International Realty affiliate in Metro Atlanta, with offices in Buckhead, Cobb, Intown and North Atlanta, our company builds upon the 279-year foundation and heritage of Sotheby’s, the esteemed auction house. The collaboration between realty and auction utilizes a combination of unique and exclusive marketing efforts that provide targeted exposure to a coveted and influential audience. Our partnership with this premier brand affirms our commitment to providing you a superior level of service, marketing and expertise — here, and around the world. 40
Strength in Numbers They say there’s strength in numbers. With more than $4.3 billion in sales last year, over 575 sales associates and four offices in Buckhead, Cobb, Intown and North Atlanta, Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty is the area’s premier residential real estate brokerage. Our offices are strategically located across Metro Atlanta, providing convenient access points for our clients and critical exposure to buyers.
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Buckhead 404.237.5000 3290 Northside Parkway NW, Suite 200 Atlanta, Georgia 30327
Cobb 770.604.1000 1000 Johnson Ferry Road, Building 400, Suite 408 Marietta, Georgia 30068
Intown 404.874.0300 1555 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 100 Atlanta, Georgia 30309
North Atlanta 770.442.7300 1125 Sanctuary Parkway, Suite 400 Alpharetta, Georgia 30009
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Moving Checklist 1 - 2 MONTHS BEFORE • Create binder/folder for all moving records (estimates, receipts, inventory lists, etc.) • Plan your moving method (truck rental, hiring movers, etc.) and get cost estimates • Schedule disconnection/connection of utilities at your old and new place: phone, internet, cable, water, garbage, gas, electric • Plan how you will move vehicles, plants, pets and valuables • Plan how you will arrange furniture in the new place - use a floor plan or a sketch • Hold a garage sale, donate, sell or trash unnecessary items • Schedule transfer of records (medical, prescriptions, etc.) • Get copies of any records needed (medical, dental, etc.) • Acquire packing materials (boxes, tape, stuffing/padding, markers, etc.) • Make any home repairs that you have committed to making • Return borrowed, checked-out and rented items • Get things back that you have lent out 44
• Start eating the food you have stored so there is less to move
3 - 4 WEEKS BEFORE • Finalize moving method and make necessary arrangements • Begin packing non-essential items • Label boxes by room and contents • Separate valuable items to transport yourself - label as ‘DO NOT MOVE’ • Keep a box out for storing pieces, parts and essential tools that you will want to keep with you on move day - label as ‘DO NOT MOVE / PARTS’ • Create an inventory list of items and box contents, including serial numbers of major items - use this as an opportunity to update your home inventory • Fill out a ‘Change of Address’ form at a post office or online • Provide important contacts with your new address: employers, family and friends, attorney, accountant, etc. • Notify your insurance and credit card companies about your change of address • Cancel automated payment plans and local accounts/memberships, if necessary • Take your vehicle(s) in for a tune-up, especially if you are traveling very far
1 - 2 WEEKS BEFORE • Continue packing and clean as you go • Pack items separately that you will need right away at your new place • Plan to take the day off for moving day • Find useful things for your children to do - involve them as much as possible • Find someone to help watch small children on move day • Begin to pack your suitcases with clothes and personal items for the trip • Reconfirm your method of moving with those involved • Make sure your prescriptions are filled • Empty out your safe deposit box and secure those items for safe travel • Schedule cancellation of services for your old place: housecleaning, lawn, pest control, mosquito/weed treatments • Check your furniture for damages - note damages on your inventory • Take furniture apart, if necessary (desks, shelves, etc.) • Make sure all paperwork for the old and new place is complete • Get rid of flammables such as paint, propane and gasoline • Try and use up perishable food 45
PAM + ROSS GRIFFITH
REALTOR® pam. 404.395.1031 ross. 404.664.9132 o. 770.442.7300 pamgriffith@atlantafinehomes.com | rossgriffith@atlantafinehomes.com
thegriffithgroup.atlantafinehomes.com ON THE COVER: 140 NEWHAVEN DRIVE, FAYETTEVILLE Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. All Rights Reserved. Sotheby’s International Realty® is a registered trademark licensed to Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Each Office Is Independently Owned And Operated. 1125 Sanctuary Parkway, Suite 400, Alpharetta, Georgia 30009.