Byron Barron with Certapro painters is one of the more dynamic individual at the Chateau Elan Networking Elites BNI group.  We meet every Thursday in Hoschton, GA to grow our business and Byron drives all the way from Dahlonega to see us. Byron's military background no doubt allows him to be, by far, the most trustworthy painter I've ever had the pleasure of using.  He and his crew will do what they say they will! Visit Byron online.     04/21/2009

Josh Whitlock is one of the most dynamic people in the Chateau Elan Networking Elites BNI Group (Now on Linkedin) located in Braselton, GA in the Chateau Elan Area.  Since joining he's made all of us step up our efforts on making fun presentations that actually get a point across.  He's done everything from talk about spider-man underwear to dancing for us... all the while getting his point across that he can make your website stand out - or as he says "We'll make a website that will make you proud, choose the experts at MakeItLoud.     03/20/2009

I'm continuing my series of 60 second presentations for many reasons, but one of them is to promote the aweseom members we have at the Chateau Elan Networking Elites Group located in the Chateau Elan area.   If you missed it, you can see Tony Woodall with Coffee News here. This time I'm highlight Taun Henderson (rhymes with "Shawn"), with Compupay - a payroll and servicing company.  Taun is an awesome speaker and mentor for our chapter.  He has helped me break down networking and teach me how to get and more importantly how to give more out of it. Taun's famous in this area for his Dr.'s coat, afterall he's the "Payroll Doctor" and of course, his favorite question: "Oh by the way, who does your payroll?" So without further ado, it's time to "Take your headaches away, choose the experts ... 03/11/2009

Chateau Elan Netowrking Elites BNI group has become the premiere group in the Chateau Elan area located in Braselton, GA.  BNI, like the chamber of commerce has a 60 second commercial or elevator pitch or spotlight presentation.  Most new networkers have never done one and, although I am completely biased, I think we have some of the best. Here's Tony Woodall with the Coffee News:       03/08/2009

Ask anyone who lives in the area what's Braselton, known for, it's always, ROAD ATLANTA.  If you ask any racing enthusiast, what is Braselton, GA known for, it's ... ROAD ATLANTA. Sure, Chateau Elan is here, but outside the lavish setting, the wine really "ain't" all that great.... or so I'm told. So it make sense that Hyundai would choose this location to shoot the new commercial for the Genesis. "For one thing the topography of the track is incredible," said Patricia Romero, Hyundai's national advertising manager. "There's a lot of turns, hairpin turns, hills --- you can really show it off.  There's a lot of landscape to choose from." The commercial will air early 2009, with sales in Spring. 12/09/2008

Listed below are the shuttle times - the tour remains open for an additional two hours after the last shuttle...see website for more information. November 21, 200810:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. November 22, 2008 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. November 23, 200811:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. The 7th Annual It's A Wonderful House Tour of Homes offers a spectacular look into three of the most exquisite homes in the Chateau Élan community. Each home is fully and professionally decorated for the holidays and staffed with hostesses to welcome each and every visitor.  Shuttles to the tour homes depart the Chateau Élan Winery approximately every 15 minutes and transport the tour guests to each of the homes on tour. In addition to the decorated homes, the tour also includes the Silver Sleigh Café and Corner Shoppe. The ... 11/19/2008

Awful cold... 7 AM - Preparing for BNI Meeting: Chateau Elan Networking Elites - A network meeting where people pass referrals to one another. Mainly my goals today are to make all my meetings be productive.  I'm going to monitor my e-mail but my call list doesn't have anyone on it. 8:00 AM - Leaving for the meeting, I have a new 60 second presentation utilizing the letter "M" 8:15 AM - I'm there with about 10 others getting ready to start. 8:30 AM - People are sitting, it's not netSIT so I am getting them up to WORK. 8:45 AM - Kicking the meeting off! About 45 people here. I'm sick and I notice that people notice, gotta bring more energy! Good morning Sales Team!!!! 9:35 AM - Tony Erwin gives us 10 minutes of what he does... very cool guy. 10:05 AM - Meeting over a little bit late but ... 10/24/2008

In just a few short weeks the Chateau Elan Networking Elites group will have 40 strong members all passing over 50 referrals a WEEK!  These are not leads, these are warm to HOT sizzling referrals.  What's especially great about the group is the attitude everyone has about the economy.  We all see it as a huge opportunity to capitalize on getting more effecient and capturing market share from those that aren't willing to do the extra work.  If you're a business owner in Jackson, Barrow, Hall or Gwinnett Counties you owe it to yourself to check us out.  We meet at Reunion Golf Club for the moment. 10/03/2008

Although we started this networking group back in May of '08, we didn't begin in earnest until Jan of '09.   Year to date I have had over 3 Million in referrals passed to me, with $1.5 Million currently listed.  Now one might look at that and suggest it has something to do with the Chateau Elan location.  Actually, no, most of the referrals have been first time home buyers or first time sellers. The best referral so far has been from Jeff Powell of Professional Pool Service to list this beautiful home in Lawrenceville at 333 Brook Lea Cove, Lawrenceville GA. The biggest "A HA" moment has been to learn to ask for what I want, then be ready to give myself completely to the other members in the group.  Only by helping them, am I creating opportunities that fall into my lap.   I just listed... 07/15/2008

Looking for fireworks in Braselton GA. Look no further than Chateau Elan. The Celebrate Braselton festival is held in downtown Braselton on July 4th with fireworks at dusk. The festival has live music and lots of food for your enjoyment. My family and I have attended the fireworks show for several years now. We always have a great time. For more information visit http://www.chateauelanatlanta.com/winery/event-calendar.html   07/04/2008

Vineyard Gate: First Time Homebuyer Seminar presented by HomeFree-USA! May 3 @ 10:00am. Join us for breakfast and register for a free gift! Reserve your spot: 404-607-0800 Vineyard Gate is located in Jackson County, Braselton and homes start in the $120's. Visit us at www.richport.com. Directions: From I-85 North, exit 129 (Highway 53). Turn left, crossing back over I-85. Turn right on Chardonnay Trace to the Vineyard Gate entrance.  05/01/2008

Networking isn’t as easy as just showing up to an event and handing out business cards. Networking is an art. It's not Net-eat, net-shove-business -cards, net-relax, it's netWORK. As president of the  Chateau Elan networking group, I've seen individuals of all ranges with varying ranges of success.  Here are 5 tips that I have found in the more successful networkers. 1. Wait for the right window of opportunity to share your information. Show an interest in others first and then when the focus turns to you, share your business card and business goals. When someone walks in handing out business cards indiscriminately, it’s tantamount to “network spamming.”  In our networking group, we have a question, "How Can I help you with your business?"  As the person thinks, it in turn makes them wa... 04/22/2008

Celebrate St. Patty's Day at Paddy's Irish Pub located in Chateau Elan. Festivities will begin at 5:00 pm. Davey Clark, Irish musician, playing at Paddy's and Bulletproof, rock and dance band, playing in the Pavilion.Below is an excerpt from the Chateau Elan Website describing the Pub,Paddy's Irish Pub was officially commissioned in Dublin in 1997 by Château Élan Winery & Resort founders, Dr. Donald and Nancy Panoz. Cantrell & Crowley, a Dublin based architectural and interior design firm designed and built the pub. The Panoz's who lived and worked in Ireland for 20 years commissioned Paddy's as a reminder of their fond experiences in the auld sod. Completely authentic, all of Paddy's furnishings and fixtures were created in Ireland. The pub was then shipped to Château Élan Winery & Res... 03/07/2008

Welcome to my blog...I will frequently post updates on the Real Estate Market for your review.  Please continue to visit my blog for weekly updated information regarding the housing market and mortgage market.On my blog, I will also list current specials that are available to buyer's.  Talk to you soon,Nakia BrooksBuyer's Specialistnakiabrooks@kw.com Bythewood and AssociatesKeller Williams - Lanier Partners678-386-1896 Phone678-623-8300 Fax 03/05/2008

 Final approval on commercial development in Braselton, GA. Liberty Village will be located across from Chateau Elan on the corner of Hwy 211 and Liberty Church Rd. Per the article below some buildings could be in place within the next 60 days.   Link to full story here   02/19/2008

Chateau Elan Winery & Resort has luxury homes for sale as low as $409K all the way up to Luxury Estates for $4.2 Million.  The higher end market; and higher end in Georgia is anything over $500K, is one that was hit the least during the mortgage meltdown.   Chateau Elan currently has 116 unique luxury homes for sale with an average price of just over 1 million.Chateau Elan has only had two of it homes for sale sell in October.  Chateau Elan has very long build times and very unique homes an is a unique market in and of itself. The average price of a home for sale in Chateau Elan that sold was in the low $600's.  These homes only took 70 days or so sell as well.PHOTO:  Back of the highest priced home for sale in Chateau Elan. To Search All Chateau Elan Homes For Sale On The MLS, CLICK HERE 11/19/2007