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Pet Donation Drive
Thursday, December 1st, 2011 at 10:12am. 259 Views, 0 Comments.
Peace on Earth Goodwill to Animals
Bedding & Blanket Drive
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Hirsh Real Estate Specialists and Element Condos is pleased to host a Bedding & Blanket Drive supporting Fulton County Animal Services. We hope you will support the cause by donating used blankets, sheets, comforters and any other items that can be used to keep shelter animals warm and comfortable. Please see below for additional information.
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What Does 2012 Look Like For Atlanta Real Estate?
Wednesday, October 12th, 2011 at 9:04am. 290 Views, 0 Comments.
The Atlanta Business Chronicle recently asked me to complete the survey below for an upcoming issue focused on the Atlanta Real Estate Market.
I thought the questions were great so I wanted to share them with you:
Why Buying a Home Is Still The Best Financial Option
Monday, October 10th, 2011 at 1:10pm. 177 Views, 0 Comments.
With inventory down and homes in Atlanta still available at bargain prices, buying a home is probably one of the best financial decisions you could make at the moment. However, the biggest detractor from the market is public perception that buying a home just may not be a good investment.
The infographic below gives you a visual of the truth, which is that homeownership is the best choice for most peoples finances and quality of life. Still have questions? Just ask them in the comments box below and I will respond!
Buckhead's Most Interesting Homes Under $500,000
Thursday, September 29th, 2011 at 11:07am. 204 Views, 0 Comments.
Today in Buckhead there are more homes than ever before available under $500,000. This pricing combined with interest rates around 4% has helped many of my clients buy homes in Atlanta's best area and still get a phenomenal value. Below are a few of my favorites.
Foreclosure Near Chastain Park
This renovated brick ranch is located less than 1 mile from Chastain Park (Buckhead's Largest Park). It is bank-owned and the previous owner invested in quite a lot of renovations. This homes is also walking distance to Sarah Smith Elementary and last sold in 2006 for $690,000! Contact me today to see this home or discuss others great values.
The Perfect Family Home on 2.3 Acres
This rambling home on prestigious West Wesley has…
Buckhead Home Of The Day - $1.1 Million Foreclosure
Wednesday, September 7th, 2011 at 2:06pm. 717 Views, 0 Comments.
This bank foreclosure in Buckhead has recently hit the market for a fantastic price. Click on the photo below for all of the details and a virtual tour.
- 5118 Square Feet
- Recently built at a cost approaching $2 Million
- Top-rated Morris Brandon school district
Give me a call to discuss this home or to setup a viewing. If this is not exactly what you are looking for, browse through the other Buckhead Foreclosures.
27th Floor Condo At Buckhead Grand
Tuesday, September 6th, 2011 at 1:42pm. 625 Views, 1 Comments.
Finding a 2 bedroom condo in a modern Buckhead highrise for $200,000 is a rare event, but add panoramic views from the 27th floor, corner floorplan, and a popular building in the heart of the shopping district...that is what we have in this upcoming listing!
My clients have the exclusive opportunity to view and purchase this 1272 Square foot condo before it is placed on the open market at $200,000. If you are interested in the property and would like to see it, simply give our office a call or email me. This property is a short sale, but the approval process on this one will only be a few days due to our existing relationship with the bank. This condo last sold in 2005 for $334,900.
The floorplan and photos are below. If this is not exactly what you…
Buckhead Real Estate Market Update
Wednesday, August 31st, 2011 at 3:00pm. 276 Views, 0 Comments.
In the first six months of this year, the Buckhead real estate market showed significant strength. Average sale prices on homes in Buckhead were up 8.9% over 2010 to $853,000.
Inventory has been lower this year than in recent years and 381 homes sold in Buckhead during the first half, half a dozen fewer homes during the same period in 2010. Fantastic deals are still available, but my buyers have had to be faster to react and more aggressive in order to stay ahead of the market.
Over the last few months, interest rates have hit all-time lows (again) and I expect this to be a boost to home sales through the end of this year. Give me a call to discuss your particular needs and take advantage of this market while it lasts!
Does Your Realtor Secretly Want You To Pay More?
Friday, July 8th, 2011 at 5:28am. 430 Views, 0 Comments.
A few years ago the book "Freakonomics" was published. The book takes a provocative approach to analysing how economics impacts our every-day lives in unseen ways and has sold over 4 million copies to date. One section of the book specifically singles out real estate agents and states that a real estate agent simply cannot properly represent their buyers well since their compensation is a percentage of the sale price. The authors theorizes that the economic incentive for a Realtor is in direct opposition to the clients interest and therefore a real estate agent cannot fairly represent a buyer (who wants the lowest possible price).
Ever since the book was published I regularly have people ask me whether Freakonomics is correct. My answer is that "No"…
Buckhead Foreclosures - 2 Featured Homes
Tuesday, May 31st, 2011 at 8:21am. 653 Views, 0 Comments.
Of the 836 homes for sale in Buckhead, we currently have 26 bank-owned properties listed on our Buckhead foreclosures page. Today I wanted to highlight two deals at opposite ends of the spectrum.
The first is a quaint cottage in Peachtree Park, a secluded historic Buckhead neighborhood in the middle of the bustling city. That sounds like a contradiction because it is, and that is what makes Peachtree Park so attractive...the best of both worlds. This cottage would be perfect for the buyer willing to manage a renovation/addition of a master suite that would bring this home into the 21st century, and bring a substantial ROI for the owner willing to invest their time and money.
Next up on our list of foreclosures is a home on West Wesley…
Buckhead Lot Sales Increasing
Thursday, May 12th, 2011 at 7:20am. 444 Views, 0 Comments.
When the market is down and home prices are low, new home construction takes a dive. Homeowners can often find existing homes to purchase for much less than it would cost to build a comparable home and builders are certainly not going to build a speculative home without a buyer already commited.
So in 2010 there were only 21 lots sold in Buckhead with an average sale price of $584,000 and a lot size of just over one acre. The most expensive lot sold was prime acreage in Tuxedo Park that sold for $3.7 Million.
When you consider that there are currently 116 lots for sale in Buckhead, this is an anemic rate of sales. However, in the last 60 days we have seen a sharp increase in lot buying activity. Only ten lots in Buckhead have sold so far this…