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R E A L E S T AT E G U I D E FORSYTH/LAKE LANIER
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HARRY NORMAN’S DEDICATED TEAM OF BUSINESS PARTNERS SUMMER HORSE CAMP AT HAWK RIDGE FARM JUNE 16TH - 20TH Beginner/Intermediate JUNE 30TH - JULY 3RD Intermediate/Advanced JULY 28TH - AUG. 1ST Beginner/Intermediate For more info. call: (706) 974-7831 or visit: www.HawkRidgeFarm.org
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TITLE & CLOSING
APPRAISALS
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PROP. MANAGEMENT
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A SMOOTH HOME BUYING PROCESS
Article by: Marta Wild
According to a landmark stress study developed by psychiatrists Thomas Holmes and Richard Rahe, FOUR events in the home buying process rank among the Top 43 of life’s most stressful circumstances: Changes in someone’s financial state ranked No. 16, large mortgage loans ranked No. 20, change in living conditions ranked No. 28, and a change in residence ranked No. 32. The purchase of a home should be a joyous event, but sometimes, the process can be overwhelming. Experts recommend partnering with trusted professionals who should advocate for you, the buyer, to avoid mishaps. FIRST STEP : FINANCES Prior to a home search, secure a pre-approval. This will allow you to not only get acquainted with your loan office, but it will also help you steer clear of surprises in the loan process later to come. SECOND STEP : HIRE A BUYER’S AGENT Having a Realtor who represents you, the buyer, is the best decision in order to avoid costly mistakes. They advocate for your interest and ensure the process is as smooth as possible by using their expertise and education to guide you . STEP THREE : INSPECTION A good Realtor should be able to recommend reliable inspectors in your area. Inspectors must adhere to a code of ethics, which prohibits them from accepting kickbacks from contractors or real estate agents. Insist on inspectors who go beyond state regulatory requirements, take continued education courses in their field and belong to organizations like ASHI. STEP FOUR : CLOSING FIRM Again, a good Realtor is your source for recommending a reputable, reliable firm, to avoid overdue closings and unforeseen problems at the closing table. The communication between the Realtor, lender and attorney during the final stages of the home buying is probably the most important factor to avoid the elevated stress home buying can produce. Keep in mind, the closing attorneys work with lenders, title companies and prepares all the necessary paperwork for the actual transfer of ownerships. As a home buyer's agent, Marta's experience comes from her passion of helping others find their piece of paradise, either by finding or listing their home. She has learned to appreciate the home buying desires of North Georgia's beautiful lake or mountain living. Marta's mix of her Slovak values and work ethics along with Harry Norman's resources and reputation gives her everything she needs for a smooth and successful home buying process.
SCHOOLS AND REAL ESTATE
Article by: Carroll Cunningham Strong public schools are an important facet of any housing market. The difference between a good elementary and a great elementary school can translate into thousands of dollars. Home buyers will stretch their budgets $10,000 to $15,000 more to get into an area where the schools have been ranked high academically. Good schools equate to a more vibrant community. If the real estate market is hot in a particular area... so is the local economy. It has been shown that there is a definite correlation between the school system and the real estate market. The Rand Corporation did a study for the city of Santa Monica, CA and found 4 major impacts made by the school system on the community. They were: Housing values, crime rate, tax revenues and civic participation. There was also strong evidence that the quality of education impacted the physical and mental health in the community. A one year increase in the average education levels showed a substantial reduction that same year in major crimes – 27% fewer murders; 30% fewer assaults and 20% fewer motor vehicle thefts. The study noted that a 1% increase in the average school district reading or math scores equated to a .5% to 1% increase in property tax revenue. The higher housing values, the higher the property tax revenues are for the community. Schools definitely impact our community. Another impact comes from our community leaders. They must be made aware of a very dangerous term, “Student Mobility.” This refers to the phenomenon of students changing schools for reasons other than grade promotion. Frequent movement of students from school to school puts those students at greater risk for academic and behavioral problems. Many drop-out students have been victims of frequent school change. Housing is the most important issue that must be addressed with this critical problem. Often times a family moves due to housing being cheaper for the family. When this movement occurs, and schools end up with a 40 to 60% mobility rate, the quality of the education for all students in the system are impacted. Having been a Principal and teacher for 30 years, I know how important schools are to the community. It is so essential for the community leaders, the school system and the real estate companies that operate in that community to work together to preserve high academic standards for our clients. We all must remember that students are clients; the citizens who live in our area are clients; and new buyers and sellers of homes are clients. They definitely deserve our cooperation in working together to give them an outstanding community in which to live, work and grow.
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CUMMING, GA 6090 Riley Road 4 Bedroom / 4.5 Bath | Offered at: $1,259,000 Property Information: Grand Country Estate with 18 +/- acres of mostly pastures with two ponds.
DAWSONVILLE, GA 202 Sunset Drive 4 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $489,000 Property Information: Lakefront on Lake Lanier with single slip covered dock. Close to water, lake view.
CUMMING, GA 4410 Fourth Rail Lane 4 Bedroom / 3.5 Bath | Offered at: $284,900 Property Information: Open floor plan, hardwoods throughout main & upgraded carpet. Upgrades galore!
Terry Cooksey: (770) 503-4167 FMLS#: 5155957
Pete Clay: (678) 492-3559 FMLS#: 5268195
Matt Thaxton: (770) 366-9506 FMLS#: 5266525
The Cooksey Team “Buying or Selling, We'll take Care of You! ” Give us a call about any property you see listed!
Terry & Lynda: (770) 503-4167 www.thecookseyteam.harrynorman.com
DAWSONVILLE, GA 352 Fairfax Court 3 Bedroom / 2 Bath | Offered at: $156,900 Property Information: Beautiful & well maintained Fairfax home on 2 wooded acres with a creek.
JASPER, GA 2129 Grandview Road 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath | Offered at: $899,900 Property Information: Very secluded horse farm, Beech Creek Farm has everything that you are looking for.
BALL GROUND, GA 303 Taylor Leigh Court 4 Bedroom / 3 Bath | Offered at: $242,900 Property Information: Adorable craftsman home with rocking chair front porch. Great subdivision.
Matt Thaxton: (770) 366-9506 FMLS#: 5235318
Terry Cooksey: (770) 503-4167 FMLS#: 5252206
The Wesley Team: (404) 451-3692 FMLS#: 5200079
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ROSWELL, GA 1035 Applecross Drive 4 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $269,000 Property Information: Solid brick front home with features updated. Community of wooded lots.
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 1411 Edgeley Way 3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $179,000 Property Information: Gorgeous updated home with fenced backyard and oversized free back deck.
DAWSONVILLE, GA 288 Harbour Ridge Drive 5 Bedroom / 5 Bath | Offered at: $359,000 Property Information: Master on main level and private wooded lot. Home features a finished basement and deck!
Trudy Taylor: (770) 883-8640 FMLS#: 5226843
Jill Buysman: (678) 488-6655 FMLS#: 5256921
Barry Slaton: (678) 859-4040 FMLS#: 5250094
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CUMMING, GA 4460 Sunbonnet Road 7 Bedroom / 4 Bath | Offered at: $324,000 Property Information: This 3 level, 7 bedroom home has all the space you desire! No need for a basement!
GAINESVILLE, GA 3540 Cub Circle 5 Bedroom / 3 Bath | Offered at: $499,900 Property Information: One of the best lake homes available! Deep water in private section of the lake!
CANTON, GA 111 Greenbrier Way 4 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $259,000 Property Information: Beautiful craftsman custom built home in Great Sky with hardwoods throughout.
Tom Stocks: (678) 283-9570 FMLS#: 5267184
Tom Stocks: (678) 283-9570 FMLS#: 5271558
Kerry Neel: (404) 353-9121 FMLS#: 5255594
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Award for Rapid Growth
ARTICLE WRITTEN BY: ASHLEY PANTER Harry Norman, REALTORS® Forsyth/Lake Lanier Office announced their reception of HNR’s “Highest Increase in Closed Units & Sales Volume” in 2013. The office has only been open for two years, but within that time they have managed to grow from running a Full Service Real Estate Office out of their current training room, having only 8 agents, a Broker, and an Office Manager at the time of opening their doors to being an office that has hired 61 agents, a full time Marketing Coordinator, a full time Transactions Coordinator, a part time Office Manager, expanded into three full bays, currently has 125 listings (including the sale of the largest property in North Georgia within the past two years), as well as HNR’s office with the “Highest Increase in Closed Units and Sales Volume.” Now THAT is an accomplishment! What’s even more impressive is that with all of their growth, they still manage to give to the community. Within the past two years HNR Forsyth has participated in the Nation Wide Open House Weekend, Social Media Madness 2013 (where they came in 2nd in all of Atlanta for Small Businesses), participated in two Green Bean Drives for Hosea Feed the Hungry, two “Do the 2, Breast Cancer Walks” (which our office raised $5,000 for the event this year alone), hosted a Ticket to Ride Horse Show bringing in a record 175 horses... AND... raised over $12,000 for Battered Women Shelters, a Blood Drive for the American Red Cross (which donated enough blood to save 50 lives), held 3 Toys for Tots events and sponsored a family for the Empty Stocking Program, and that doesn’t include events that HNR Forsyth/Lake Lanier agents participate in individually. The Forysth/Lake Lanier office has grown from having 32 Facebook “Likes” to now 425+ (and also has a reach of over 8,000 weekly views), 12 Twitter Followers to 115+, and they’ve added Google+, Foursquare, Wordpress, Tumblr and Instagram to their social media family. Oh, and let’s not forget about their very own office website that can be added to their list of resources! Speaking of Farm & Land, within the past year they've have added a Farm & Land Division to our office. Since the start of the Farm & Land Division in July, the division has already brought in over 50 listings, over 25 sales, and close to $25,000,000 in listing volume. The Forsyth/Lake Lanier Office is quickly growing and becoming one of the most well-known (whether it’s for their Harlem Shake video or not) offices within the Harry Norman, REALTORS®.
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CUMMING, GA 3844 Humber Court 3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $178,900 Property Information: This home is on a private corner lot with a large yard in Bridgetown Court Subdivision.
GAINESVILLE, GA 1210 Bronze Oak Way 3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $168,900 Property Information: Beautifully maintained! New paint, carpet, water heater, ss dishwasher! Open floorplan!
DAWSONVILLE, GA 26 Deans Drive 5 Bedroom / 3.5 Bath | Offered at: $347,500 Property Information: Custom built home in quiet subdivision on 2+/- acre lot with rocking chair front porch.
Matt Thaxton: (770) 366-9506 FMLS#: 5268273
Michelle Flynn: (770) 231-9908 FMLS#: 5253506
Barry Slaton: (678) 859-4040 FMLS#: 5255503
Christina Abunassar
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CUMMING, GA 5170 Fieldstone Circle 4 Bedroom / 3.5 Bath | Offered at: $269,900 Property Information: Great cul-de-sac lot with huge level, fenced backyard with private views!
DAHLONEGA, GA 100 Moonbeam Drive 3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $425,900 Property Information: Charming custom built log cabin outside downtown Dahlonega. 1.36+/- Acres!
CUMMING, GA 5495 Williams Shores Drive 3 Bedroom / 4 Bath | Offered at: $564,900 Property Information: Great South Lake location with outstanding open water views from every room.
Tom Stocks: (678) 283-9570 FMLS#: 5237359
Matt Thaxton: (770) 366-9506 FMLS#: 5274158
Terry Cooksey: (770) 503-4167 FMLS#: 5267434
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CUMMING, GA 6080 Bridge Fair Road 4 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $279,900 Property Information: Open floor plan, kitchen newly remodeled, freshly painted interior
DAWSONVILLE, GA 47 Oak Grove Lane 5 Bedroom / 5 Bath | Offered at: $799,900 Property Information: This custom lake dream home has four levels and every luxury imaginable!
DAWSONVILLE, GA 78 Via Toscana 4 Bedroom / 4.5 Bath | Offered at: $600,000 Property Information: Beautiful Tuscan-style Italian Villa with neighborhood access to Lake Lanier!
Kerry Neel: (404) 353-9121 FMLS#: 5267680
Tom Stocks: (678) 283-9570 FMLS#: 5219149
Terry Cooksey: (770) 503-4167 FMLS#: 5217703
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GAINESVILLE, GA 3865 Cochran Road 4 Bedroom / 3 Bath | Offered at: $795,000 Property Information: Unparalleled privacy on Lake Lanier. Contemporary home on 2.57+/- wooded acres.
CUMMING, GA 2040 Millers Path 3 Bedroom / 3 Bath | Offered at: $429,900 Property Information: Contemporary open floor plan home on South Lake Lanier with deep water views.
DAWSONVILLE, GA 113 Aplomado Lane 3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $194,900 Property Information: Home offers a large entry foyer and an open floor plan.
Terry Cooksey: (770) 503-4167 FMLS#: 5155909
Kerry Neel: (404) 353-9121 FMLS#: 5234707
Matt Thaxton: (770) 366-9506 FMLS#: 5259294
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CUMMING, GA 8245 Plantation Way 6 Bedroom / 6.5 Bath | Offered at: $1,100,000 Property Information: Property sits on historic Settendown Creek and is Equestrian friendly.
CUMMING, GA 1510 Moorings Way 4 Bedroom / 3.5 Bath | Offered at: $1,200,000 Property Information: Level lot home with easy walk to dock with sun bathing deck in quiet deep water cove.
CUMMING, GA 6530 Roundhill Court 8 Bedroom / 7 Bath | Offered at: $620,000 Property Information: Drastically reduced! Exceptional home located near golf, stables, and more!
Trish Thompson: (770) 823-4669 FMLS#: 5226320
Kristy Scott: (404) 645-6902 FMLS#: 5177905
Mike Garcia: (770) 231-9908 FMLS#: 5174561
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ROSWELL, GA 13037 Overlook Pass 6 Bedroom / 6.5 Bath | Offered at: $1,275,000 Property Information: Executive home conveniently located near championship golf courses, stables, and more!
CANTON, GA 975 Old Lathemtown Road 5 Bedroom / 6.5 Bath | Offered at: $1,295,000 Property Information: Obie Award winning Country Estate located in desirable equestrian community.
CUMMING, GA 1616 Heathrow Drive 5 Bedroom / 5 Bath | Offered at: $685,000 Property Information: Located in Windermere Subdivision over looking the golf course from deck.
Trish Thompson: (770) 823-4669 FMLS#: COMING SOON!
Marie Sir: (404) 5263 FMLS#: 5092515
Tom Stocks: (678) 283-9570 FMLS#: 5252478
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GAINESVILLE, GA 4825 Tomacheche Trail 4 Bedroom / 3 Bath | Offered at: $1,400,000 Property Information: Great opportunity to own a gated private estate. Priced below appraised value.
CUMMING, GA 4265 Evans Farm Drive 4 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $289,900 Property Information: French doors welcome you into the bright open floorplan.
CUMMING, GA 3995 Sweeting Street 4 Bedroom / 4 Bath | Offered at: $449,900 Property Information: Cul-de-sac lot in Windermere Subdivision. Wide plank hardwood floors and open f’plan!
Trish Thompson: (770) 823-4669 FMLS#: 5227885
Michelle Flynn: (770) 883-7792 FMLS#: 5258016
Tom Stocks: (678) 283-9570 FMLS#: 5273806
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CUMMING, GA 227 Oak Forest Drive 5 Bedroom / 5 Bath | Offered at: $429,900 Property Information: One of the largest plans in the subdivision. Both guest and master suite on main level!
ALPHARETTA, GA 7011 Somerset Circle 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath | Offered at: $114,900 Property Information: This end unit condo has enclosed porch and patio to sit and admire the garden.
GAINESVILLE, GA 4150 Arthur Miller Road 3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $3,500,000 Property Information: Gated contemporary equestrian farm with 15 stall barn!
Tom Stocks: (678) 283-9570 FMLS#: 5267147
Ken Klosinski: (770) 406-0508 FMLS#: 5269595
Trish Thompson: (770) 823-4669 FMLS#: 5218216
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FARM & LAND LISTINGS CUMMING, GA 00 Myrtle Road 20+/- Acres Offered at: $254,000 Ken Klosinski: (770) 406-0508
ELLIJAY 0 Redwood Lane 12.96+/- Acres Offered at: $94,000 Garel Curry: (404) 863-0835
DAWSONVILLE, GA 944 Kilough Church 2.3+/- Acres Fenced Acres (Farm) Offered at: $295,900 Terry Cooksey: (770) 503-4167
JASPER, GA 54 Eagle Creek Farm Road 32.65+/- Acres (Chicken Farm) Offered at: Terry Cooksey: (770) 503-4167
ALPHARETTA, GA 12555 Arnold Mill Road 0.656+/- Acres Offered at: Michelle Flynn: (770) 883-7792
CLEVELAND, GA 0 Aviation Boulevard 0.19+/- Acres (Airplane Hangar) Offered at: $25,000 Mike Garcia: (770) 231-9908
CUMMING, GA 0 McCoy Circle 9.17+/- Acres Offered at: $239,900 Trudy D. Taylor: (770) 883-8640
CUMMING, GA 1910 Kemp Drive 0.74+/- Acres Offered at: $49,900 Trudy D. Taylor: (770) 883-8640
CUMMING, GA 00 Nicholson Road 6.7+/- Acres Offered at: $125,000 Ken Klosinski: (770) 406-0508
RESIDENTIAL LISTINGS CUMMING , GA 5725 Archer Avenue 3 Bedroom / 2 Bath Offered at: $155,000 Mike Garcia: (770) 231-9908
DAWSONVILLE, GA 1081 Chestatee Point 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath Offered at: $334,900 Mike Garcia: (770) 231-9908
MARIETTA, GA 834 Sylvan Drive 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Offered at: $114,900 Barry Slaton: (678) 859-4040
CUMMING, GA 3525 Magnolia Walk Trail 2 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath Offered at: $139,000 Cynthia Love: (801) 918-9560
FLOWERY BRANCH 5514 Ashmoore Court 3 Bedroom / 3 Bath Offered at: $199,900 Pete Clay: (678) 492-3559
CLAYTON, GA 152 Bywater Trail 5 Bedroom / 3 Bath Offered at: $875,000 Terry Cooksey: (770) 503-4167
DAWSONVILLE, GA 1732 Perimeter Road 3+ Bedroom / 2.5 Bath Offered at: $149,900 Ken Klosinski: (770) 406-0508
GAINESVILLE, GA 1519 Enota Avenue 4 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath Offered at: $325,000 Mike Garcia: (770) 231-9908
BUFORD, GA 2190 Buford Dam Road 3 Bedroom / 2 Bath Offered at: $341,000 Mike Garcia: (770) 231-9908
DAWSONVILLE, GA 901 Highway 53 East 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Offered at: $250,000 Terry Cooksey: (770) 503-4167
WHITE, GA 2475 White Road 5 Bedroom / 4 Bath Offered at: $429,900 Michelle Flynn: (770) 883-7792
CUMMING, GA 214 Lake Pointe Drive 4 Bedroom / 4 Full Bath / 3 Half Bath Offered at: $899,000 Ken Klosinski: (770) 406-0508
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Another great year in 2013!
In 2013, we SOLD 7,740 homes!
Give me a call today to list your luxury home and/or to help you find your dream home!
Kristy Scott
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