My Atlanta Real Estate Blog

It’s no secret that Atlanta and the surrounding area have endured a difficult real estate market during the past 4-5 years. Atlanta has had one of the highest number of foreclosures and short sales in the country, but is experiencing a dramatic change. Prime Neighborhoods Improve With the economy...

The recent economic reality of plummeting home prices, increased foreclosures /short sales, and restrictive home loan requirements has changed the real estate landscape. Renting has become a popular option as public perception has been dramatically influenced by events of the past four years. Alm...

  Posted on March 31, 2012by atlantadecaturhomes The Dog Park Decatur, Georgia is one of the loveliest small cities in the Atlanta area, well-known for its walkability factor, for charming Decatur homes, friendly neighborhoods and fine restaurants and shopping. It’s also a do...

  Posted on March 20, 2012by atlantadecaturhomes The Medlock Park area is nestled between Scott Boulevard, North Superior Avenue and North Decatur Road in Decatur, Georgia. Small well-kept bungalows and brick ranches predominate, with newer construction interspersed. Families...

  Posted on March 16, 2012by atlantadecaturhomes Although the national housing market is showing some signs of recovery, much of the Atlanta real estate market is still playing “catch up”. There are bright spots in certain areas of the City. For Example, in-town neighborhoods...

Posted on March 8, 2012 by atlantadecaturhomes The National Association of Realtors thinks that property values will rise 1.1% this year, but this modest rise in value may not help your home to sell.  Popular realtor site, Active Rain,  indicates mixed expectations from vario...

Posted on February 9, 2012 by atlantadecaturhomes   The American Dream and home ownership have been partners for a long time. One of the cornerstones of our American housing policy has been the Home Mortgage Deduction, which has been in place since the inception of the tax code in 1913, and allow...

Why Do You Need a Property Manager? Posted on February 12, 2012 by atlantadecaturhomes You need a Property Manager for many of the same reasons you need a professional real estate agent.  To make your life easier. Realtors are licensed and knowledgeable about  State and Local...

Posted on February 1, 2012 by atlantadecaturhomes Our Children deserve the best education we can afford to give them.  Parents often make huge sacrifices to provide the best option for their children.  What is the best option? Knowing your child and their needs will help determine what type of sc...

Posted on February 9, 2012 by atlantadecaturhomes The American Dream and home ownership have been partners for a long time. One of the cornerstones of our American housing policy has been the Home Mortgage Deduction, which has been in place since the inception of the tax code...