How Do I File For The First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit?
January 27th, 2010 categories: Real Estate News
I have been asked this question often. The IRS has a First-Time Home Buyer Link on their site that will guide you through the process and help you locate the forms you need. I am also hearing that Read the rest of this entry »
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FHA Announces Policy Changes That Tighten Loan Standards
January 22nd, 2010 categories: Mortgage News
In an announcement Jan 20, the FHA disclosed changes to their policies that will affect consumers ability to qualify and obtain an FHA Mortgage. Here is a brief summary of the changes: Read the rest of this entry »
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Alpharetta Georgia Welcome Center Has New Home
December 3rd, 2009 categories: Local Alpharetta News, Special Announcements
The Alpharetta Convention and Visitors Bureau and Welcome Center invite the public to stop by on Wednesday December 9 between 2 and 6pm for an open house to explore their new office space located at Read the rest of this entry »
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Let’s All Give Thanks to Our Troops this Holiday Season…It’s Free. Here’s How
November 25th, 2009 categories: Special Announcements
Xerox is helping all of us give thanks for our troops this holiday season. Just go to LetsSayThanks.com pick your favorite card design, personalize by entering a message, your name and hometown and then Read the rest of this entry »
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New Home Buyers Move Over - Tax Credit Extended to Existing Homeowners
November 5th, 2009 categories: Real Estate News
Finally…some existing homeowners can take advantage of the Home Buyer Tax Credit. Congress is set to approve an extension on the existing First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit that will also Read the rest of this entry »
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Congress Set To Vote on First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit Extension
October 27th, 2009 categories: Mortgage News, Real Estate News
In a story posted by Bloomberg, it looks like the real estate market could get a continued boost from first time home buyers as Congress looks to extend the tax credit from Nov 30 until sometime next year.
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Remember To Play It Safe This Halloween!
October 26th, 2009 categories: Local Alpharetta News, Local Forsyth/Cumming News
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- Alpharetta Don't Drink and Fly Decoration
If you are planning on heading out to your favorite Spooky spot this Halloween please remember to play it safe and plan on using a designated driver if you drink. Here are a couple of suggetions for things to do this Halloween Week: Read the rest of this entry »
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Forsyth County Approves Mosque in South West Forsyth
October 2nd, 2009 categories: Real Estate News
The Forsyth County Commission approved a request by the Hamzah Islamic Center to construct a 25,000 square foot mosque with 150 parking spaces, a gym, playground and picnic area on around 12 acres in South Forsyth off of Tidwell Rd. Neighbors in the area had opposed the site siting traffic concerns. More details at South Forsyth News.
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What will a foreclosure, shortsale or bankruptcy do to my credit?
October 2nd, 2009 categories: Mortgage News
I have been asked this question many times in the last couple of years. Clark Howard just posted a link about the subject and I thought everyone should see it.
So here you go http://clarkhoward.com/liveweb/shownotes/2009/10/02/16788/
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Southeast Area Builder McCar Homes Rumoured to be Closing its Doors Soon!
September 3rd, 2009 categories: Real Estate News
Construction dumpsters flanking sales centers as they are closed down and cleared out, utilities to common amenties Read the rest of this entry »
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How to get a deal when you hook up your utilities!
August 6th, 2009 categories: Special Announcements
You always hear about those special “new customer” deals with phone, internet, cable and other utilities. Here is a site that can help by Read the rest of this entry »
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What’s a reverse mortgage…glad you asked.
August 6th, 2009 categories: Mortgage News
Consumer advocate Clark Howard has saved me thousands of dollars over the last 20 years with his sage advice so when I hear him recommend a useful site or link regarding real estate I want to pass it along. Clark says that Read the rest of this entry »
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Lender Taylor, Bean & Whitaker Closes Doors…Check Your FHA Loan Source
August 6th, 2009 categories: Mortgage News, Special Announcements
Many home buyers will be unexpectedly scrambling for new financing as Taylor, Bean and Whitaker suddenly closes it’s doors and ceases all loan origination operations. Buyers and their agents, especially those using FHA financing, Read the rest of this entry »
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Why New Government Lending Regulations Could Affect Your Closing Date.
July 27th, 2009 categories: Mortgage News, Special Announcements
On July 30, 2009, the new Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HERA) laws will go into effect. They require all mortgage lenders and mortgage brokers to help prevent deceptive lending practices and protect customers by helping them become more informed. Here is a basic summary of how it could affect future closings… Read the rest of this entry »
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South Forsyth High School Ranks in Top 400 of Newsweeks Annual Top 1500 Public Schools
June 28th, 2009 categories: Local Forsyth/Cumming News
Once again South Forsyth HS continues to stand out among Forsyth County High Schools with its 4th appearance in a row in the top 400 of Newsweek’s annual top 1500 public schools. Ranked number Read the rest of this entry »
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Newsweek Posts North Fulton High Schools Among Top 600 in Nation
June 28th, 2009 categories: Local Alpharetta News, Milton Georgia News
Newsweek magazine has named EIGHT North Fulton County High Schools in the top 600 of it’s 2009 annual list of the top 1,500 top ranked public institutions in the United States. The list includes all 7 Alpharetta area high schools. The 8 North Fulton County High Schools are Read the rest of this entry »
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50 Reasons To Attend The 19th Annual Taste of Alpharetta
May 9th, 2009 categories: Local Alpharetta News, Special Announcements
Now dubbed the largest “taste of” event in the southeast, the 19th Annual Taste of Alpharetta is an epicurean event you don’t want to miss. Indulge your taste buds with the sensual pleasures of Read the rest of this entry »
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Where are my kids going to school in Fulton County Georgia in 2009-2010
May 1st, 2009 categories: Special Announcements
Click the links below for:
New 2009-2010 approved attendance lines for Fulton County Georgia
Additional Attendance Zone Information
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Where are my kids going to school in Forsyth County Georgia in 2009-2010
May 1st, 2009 categories: Local Forsyth/Cumming News
Click the links below for:
Current 2008-2009 attendance lines for Forsyth County Georgia
New 2009-2010 approved attendance lines for Forsyth County Georgia
Information on grandfather clauses for existing high schools and new Lambert High School.
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Update On Georgia Home Buyer Tax Credit and Other 2009 Georgia Real Estate Related Bills
May 1st, 2009 categories: Real Estate News
Governor Sonny Purdue has until May 13 to sign off on key legislature regarding Georgia Real Estate. Click Here for more
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3 Great Reasons To Lease Your Residential Property With Us
March 8th, 2009 categories: Special Announcements
- We have over 25 years of combined property management experience. We own many investment properties and practice what we preach.
- We are experts in rental/investment knowledge in our area.
- We have just opened our own brokerage specifically designed for property management.
ANNOUNCING! Read the rest of this entry »
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7 Great Homes For Rent In Cumming Georgia
March 8th, 2009 categories: Homes For Lease
Cumming is the fastest growing county in our area and a great place to live. With new shopping, road improvements, low property taxes, easy access to GA 400 and excellent schools what’s not to like. If you are thinking of leasing a home in Cumming, we have some good homes for you to choose from. Just click on the links below for more details: Read the rest of this entry »
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Why The Stimulus Bill Won’t Help Falling Home Prices
February 22nd, 2009 categories: Real Estate News
Just got this link emailed to me from my buddy Sean…thought I would share it with you all.
The Housing Chart That’s Worth 1000 Words
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Congress Hammers Senator Isakson’s Homebuyer Tax Credit Amendment
February 13th, 2009 categories: Mortgage News, Real Estate News
Just when I think someone has done something that may really stimulate the housing market the revised bill comes out from negotiations between the House and Senate with a mere shadow of the amendment proposed by Senator Isakson. According to the LA Times Blog the $15,000 tax credit has been reduced Read the rest of this entry »
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Three Tasty Reasons to Visit Vickery Village in South Forsyth County, Georgia
February 6th, 2009 categories: Local Forsyth/Cumming News
This weekend is supposed to be gorgeous, sunny and in the mid 60’s…a great time to shake off the winter blues and get out and about. How about dropping by Vickery Village. There is plenty to do inside and out. Here are at least three good reasons to drop by: Read the rest of this entry »