Good news, Sandy Springs, GA and Metro Atlanta!  Although we may all loathe the seemingly endless traffic jams due to the growing Metro Atlanta population, this is actually a good sign for the recovery of the real estate market.  According to a recent article in Forbes Magazine (http://www.forbes.com/2008/08/25/housing-prices-rising-forbeslife-cx_mw_0825realestate.html), metro Atlanta (including Sandy Springs, GA) is slated to have up to 2% annually in job growth over the next 4 years, which means that businesses will be thriving, which leads to land values appreciating and an ultimate recovery in the real estate market.  In fact, next year home prices are expected to increase by 32.5% for single family homes and multi-family home prices are expected to rise by as much as 18.4% in Metr... 09/08/2008

It's 2008 not 1938 so why are we still having the same hatred issues?  Have you heard that in less than two weeks, two different graffiti images of a swastika were painted near the Epstein School, which is a Jewish Day school near the heavily trafficked Johnson Ferry Rd. in the heart of Sandy Springs?  The Epstein School is currently seeking expansion of its real estate acreage, which may have been the spark to ignite these property-defacing acts.  What a horrible image and reminder of the Nazi regime for parents, teachers, and children to see all in the pursuit of education and personal betterment.  Thankfully, even though there are unfortunately individuals that still revel in prejudices/anti-Semitism, the residents and servants of Sandy Springs proudly showed that we are indeed a pr... 09/04/2008

It just doesn't get any better than this!  Okay, so I am driving down Mount Vernon Highway [Sandy Springs' well-known street because of the unique real estate properties, great schools (like the Mount Vernon Presbyterian School: www.mvpschool.com), public library (Sandy Springs Regional Library: http://www.afplweb.com/cms/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=111), and fantastic shops lining the road] and I spot a fabulous, still being constructed real estate community of Brownstones - Promenade at NorthPlace.  So of course, I enter the community (which is situated directly off Barfield Rd.) so that I can report to you the Buyer's perspective. Once in the eye-catching Promenade at NorthPlace, I quickly drive through the community to locate the ammenities of this real estate communi... 09/03/2008

Ready to purchase the lavish real estate in Sandy Springs and Metro Atlanta?  Well the rules to do so are changing quickly.  Stay informed and prepare yourself for the good, the bad, and even the ugly. Adapted from Breaking Down the Housing Bill, Part 1 as published at http://scooparoundatlanta.wordpress.com/2008/08/20/breaking-down-the-housing-bill-part-1/ As with most documents the government produces, the housing bill that was signed into law in late July has raised a lot of questions from people much smarter than I.  So, I thought I would break it down as best I can specifically as it relates to current and future homeowners. For starters, down payment assistance is going away with the introduction of the housing bill.  Even though it is estimated that about 40% of home purchases us... 09/02/2008

http://www.theatlantahomepages.com./Sandy_Springs/Georgia/Condos/30350-Sandy_Springs/Brandon_Mill_Farms/Agent/Listing_1930791.html This two-bedroom, two-full bath Dunwoody, Georgia Condo presented by http://www.TheAtlantaHomePages.com is loaded with extras. The roommate floor plan offers walk-in closets, a living room and dining room combination along with flex space and a laundry center adjacent to the galley kitchen. The unit offers tall, smooth ceilings, several windows that allow in plenty of natural light, central heating and air and a gas fireplace for comfort. Other decorative features include hardwood floors throughout most of the unit, Berber bedroom carpet, a marble tile hearth around the fireplace, crown molding, ceramic bath tile, tiled kitchen backsplashes and more.This Dun... 08/21/2008

Sandy Springs Homes for Sale, Sandy Springs GA Active Listings - Sandy Springs Real Estate Market Report August 2008*.  As of today Sunday, Thursday, August 14, 2008 there are currently 260 Sandy Springs Homes for Sale.  Please keep in mind many of the Sandy Springs pending home sales may be delivered in a month or in a few months. These are single family detached homes fee simple.  homes in Sandy Springs that are in the status of Contingency other or CO - denotes inspections, or financing.  A new Contingency class has just been added to our contract and that is Contingency - Due Diligence.  This reflects new changes recently incorporated in our GAR contract that is an option to purchase after a due diligence period.  It is a great time to buy homes in Sandy Springs, there are many Sand... 08/14/2008

Now come on.... if your thinking about investing... don't you think now is the time?????? With interest rates this low you can really take advantage of the real estate markets right now... especially in Atlanta. Where homes are priced to sell... the investors bargaining power is immense!!! Bring your money to Atlanta... buy a house cash for $50K or get a cheap mortgage for a stellar home... did you know that the average 3bed 2bath home here on a nice plot in a nice family/rental community averages around $150K???? How cheap is that???? Or you can get a decent fixer upper for dirt-cheap! Call me today or email so I can help you purchase your next investment home, duplex, multiplex or even an apartment or office complex. Drop me an email. I have cheap inventory right now!!!! 08/06/2008

As a Real Estate Agent with RE/MAX Paramount Properties, I sell the area of Sandy Springs and was recently re-introduced to the wonderful and tranquil community of Woodland Forest.The Neighborhood of Woodland Forest is quite unique. Trees galore and a small, tight knit, swim and tennis community. At time of this post, Homes currently are selling in the mid 400's for a 4 bedroom / 3 bath home. Homes in Woodland Forest take on the average about 40 days to sell. This is an excellent number for days on market, especially in this North Atlanta Real Estate environment. Visit the homes currently for sale in the Woodland Forest Community:Homes For Sale In Woodland ForestHomes for Sale In Sandy Springs My experience with the members of the Home Owners Association has been very positive as well. ... 07/13/2008

Sandy Springs New Homes for Sale New Easy Living Home with Universal Design features for Sale in Sandy Springs GA 30328 Sandy Springs GA Estate Lot for Sale 3.5 + Acres Estate Lot in Sandy Springs on Powers Ferry road with easy access to I-285 secluded & Wooded for Privacy, walk to Chattachoochee River Reduced 50% & Sell with Owner Financing or Joint Venture FOR SALE with Owner Financing or Joint-Venture SANDY SPRINGS SECLUDED ESTATE LOT Subdivision next to ONE RIVER PLACE Features of this unique, Prime Location, approved Subdivision in SANDY SPRINGS: (1). ESTATE LOT Subdivision in Sandy Springs with FINAL PLAT recorded on 4-29-08 (2.) RIVER PLACE SHOWCASE, is a unique 1 ESTATE LOT Subdivision (3.) Lot size: 3.516 Acres  (153,157 square feet) (4.) Street Address: 6448 Powers Ferry Road... 07/10/2008

Sandy Springs New Homes for Sale New Easy Living Home with Universal Design features for Sale in Sandy Springs GA 30328 Unique New Home for Sale in Sandy Springs Traditional Homes of Georgia LLC., Has completed one of their premier new homes in Sandy Springs, this much anticipated new home is universally deigned (easy living home), situated on a half acre of land in the Heath of Sandy Springs, this new home has all the bells and whistles and all the technology that we have come to expect on new homes today.  Easy Accessible for wheelchairs with wide door openings and step less entries, to the house as well as to the screened-in-porch, this home accommodates young families to empty nesters, if you are looking for homes in the Sandy Springs area this new home is truly a unique and adapti... 07/07/2008

Traditional Homes of Georgia is one of the Premier Builder in Sandy Springs and Atlanta About Traditional Homes of Georgia LLC a Georgia Home Builder Lawrenceville Homes for Sale Our experience building residential and commercial construction in Georgia and Florida goes beyond 25 years. A strong focus on custom satisfaction, careful attention to detail, and dedication to provide top quality Homes are the tools we will utilize in making your dream happen ... from concept to completion. Your home is quite possibly the single largest personal investment you will ever make. You've worked hard for what you have, and you deserve to have the home you dreamed of, with all the custom features you desire, and built with quality materials by quality craftsmen. It is the commitment of traditional ... 07/01/2008

Sandy Springs New Homes for Sale New Easy Living Home with Universal Design features for Sale in Sandy Springs GA 30328 Stop Commuting, Start Enjoying Your Life Custom Building Group LLC of Sandy Springs has the right home for you in Sandy Springs, Dunwoody or Atlanta. We currently have two homes that are completed and ready for you to move in, additionally we own over 30 lots for you to build your custom home. Instead of spending all your time commuting, start enjoying you life by moving closer to you work. All of our finished homes are located in Sandy Springs and are within few miles of the fortune 100 corporations located in Sandy Springs and Atlanta. By moving to one of our homes you will save on average over 1.5 hours daily, that time could be better spent with your family, frien... 06/30/2008

Selling your Home in Sandy Springs Having a hard time selling your home in Sandy Springs? Now a days buyers are more sophisticated and are aware of the market situation, if you have not been able to sell your home and are motivated to sell quick, give as a call, we buy homes in Sandy springs for cash and have quick closings. If your home meets our criteria we will make an offer within 48 hours and we will buy on a AS IS condition. Our Land Developer company is always looking to purchase properties in Sandy Springs so don't hesitate give as a call at 770-551-5850 and ask for Dan Simpson 06/29/2008

Sandy Springs Georgia Homes for sale Homes for sale in Sandy Springs Georgia, search homes by zip code (30328, 30350, 30327,30342), you can also search by Public schools (Riverwood High School, North Springs High School, Ridgeview Middle School, Sandy Springs Middle School, Dunwoody Springs Charter School, Heards Ferry Elementary School, High Pointe Elementary School, Spalding Drive Elementary Charter School and Woodland Elementary Charter School), additionally you can also search by property type such as Residential, commercial, Condos, Townhomes, Vacant land, Lots, Rental properties, new homes listed below, by Sandy Springs Map, by Subdivision and by Street name. 06/29/2008

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Sandy Springs Home Sellers Get the best price for your house and sell it fast, our sales associates offers you a customized marketing strategy to get the best money at the shortest time possible. Here are some of the benefits you will get if you list the house with us:   Free Market Analysis (CMA). List of homes currently on the Market in the Subdivision. Your Home listed on the First Multiple listing Services (FMLS) Your Home listed on Realtor.com, Yahoo.com and other websites. For sale sign on your yard and other signs directing traffic to your house. High quality color flyers on your yard. Our Marketing Plan is Unique and it works! Cutting edge technology will be utilized to market your home. We bring only willing and able buyers to view your house. We take care of all the troubleso... 06/29/2008

Sandy Springs New homes for Sale $899,800 Custom Built Home with complete home Automation Package New Construction with old world charm, open floor plan and lots of extra features including home automation system, large terrace level  with conditioned area, centrally located in Sandy Springs GA, this home is custom built by Custom Building Group, see more details below. Study Room, Large Dinning Room, & Work out room on terrace level 5 Bedrooms & 5.5 Baths, In-law suite upstairs, one bedroom on main level 3 Car Garage with side entry and custom carriage doors with garage door openers 2 Fireplaces with gas starts located on the family room, master bedroom and porch Custom kitchen cabinets and Stainless steel appliances on kitchen, Sharp Microwave drawer Kitchen with granite counter-tops... 06/29/2008

Characteristics of a Good Real Estate Agents  §              High degree of motivation §               Willingness to work hard §               Full-time commitment §               Personal responsibility for initiating and developing your real estate business. §               Ability to initiate conversations with people and assertive enough to ask for business and referrals §               Treat your business like “a real job”, i.e., set goals, keep regular hours, and be accountable for results. §               Understand the necessity to contact your “sphere of influence” on a daily basis. §               Be persistent; communicate in a timely fashion and follow-up on a regular basis. §               Understand the importance of developing negotiating skills §               Learn pr... 06/28/2008

Sandy Springs Georgia New Homes for Rent New Easy Living Home with Universal Design for Sale in Sandy Springs GA 30328 If you are unable to sell your home in Sandy Springs, Lease Purchase or a straight rent may be the best option, America's Network Realty Group Inc. a full brokerage company located in Dunwoody Georgia is a full service Real Estate Company and has Real Estate agents that specializes in renting or doing Lease Purchases. The rental market in Sandy Springs is always in demand, all of the listings that we have are usually rented within the first month and when a Landlord adds the option to do a Lease Purchase it even goes faster. Lease Purchase is a great option to get a potential buyer for your home, the tenant covers your current note and may even provide you with some ca... 06/28/2008

Sandy Springs New Homes for Sale New Easy Living Home with Universal Design features for Sale in Sandy Springs GA 30328 Executive new homes for sale in Sandy Springs Custom Building Group LLC of Sandy Springs Georgia is about to complete two new homes, each one is custom crafted with attention to all the details possible, One is located in Hammond Hills Subdivision which is very close to the Northside and Saint Joseph Hospitals as well as to the other medical centers in the area. The second home is located in the Mountaire States a subdivision just right off Johnson Ferry and Abernathy. Both of these homes are in the final stage of construction and builder is ready to accept offers, for a complete list of features and details, click over the pictures Sandy Springs New Homes   06/28/2008