What is a condemned house?
Whether it’s due to code violations, contamination, or structural issues, a condemnation notice on your Atlanta house can complicate your life and any plans you have for a future home sale. A condemned house is property that the government has deemed unsafe and, as a result, uninhabitable. As provided by […]
After the recent storms and flooding, a lot of Atlanta homeowners are asking themselves if they’re prepared for future weather events. For many, that means taking a closer look at flood insurance. From understanding which neighborhoods are at higher risk to knowing exactly what flood insurance does (and doesn’t) cover, here’s a rundown of what […]
Atlanta is often a seller’s market, making it a great time to sell a house that needs some TLC.
Demand often outpaces supply in the Atlanta housing market, and that means it may be a good time to sell your fixer-upper house. According to the president and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties, “Atlanta, […]
What are housing code violations?
Are you selling your house, but you’re worried about code compliance? Housing codes are rules set by the government to ensure safety for both the homeowner and the community. A code violation occurs when your property doesn't meet the set guidelines for how buildings should be maintained. There can […]
A non-judicial foreclosure occurs when a borrower misses mortgage payments and the lender reclaims the house to sell. Generally, there is a “power of sale” clause in a mortgage contract that allows the lender to sell a property to recover what’s left of the loan amount, if the borrower gets behind on payments. The difference […]
When selling real estate in Atlanta, how you approach the sale depends on the types of property you want to sell. Basically, the different types of real estate in Atlanta are:
Residential real estate. This includes single-family houses, vacation homes, townhouses, cabin retreats, apartments or apartment buildings, and condos.
Commercial real estate. Commercial real […]
Mild winters and the abundance of Fortune 500 and 1000 companies in Atlanta, combined with beautiful neighborhoods and an affordable cost of living, are luring many folks to move to Atlanta, particularly New Yorkers. According to Forbes, the cost of living is 55% lower in Atlanta than in New York City.
Atlanta was the […]
Is it time to sell your Atlanta rental property?
Rental properties are a terrific real estate investment, but there often comes a time when it’s wise to sell. When house prices have increased due to a thriving market, it’s smart to cash out while the value is high. Or, if you can’t find tenants for […]
Overview of house fires in Atlanta
The worst fire in Atlanta, the Great Atlanta Fire of 1917, burned for over 10 hours and destroyed almost 2,000 structures, leaving over 10,000 people homeless and laying waste to over 70 city blocks.
Of course, Atlanta didn’t have the modern firefighting equipment that we have now, nor did […]
Unfortunately for homeowners across America, property taxes are on the rise as house values continue to increase across the nation. Property taxes are a necessary evil for every homeowner and one of the most difficult parts of the financial responsibility of owning a home. Property taxes are paid by individuals or entities who own property […]
