After seven successful years in a bad real estate market, The Wells Team has a pretty good idea of what works when it comes to marketing and selling a home. What has worked for us: Pricing the home correctly from the start Putting some money into the home, if needed, prior to listing the home. This includes new carpet, paint, and yard work. Having very good pictures on the internet Being available to show a home at any time Flyers Those are just few of the many. However we have listings that have been sitting on the market for considerable length of time. For the most part these listings are very nice homes that are show ready. There becomes a point when our clients, in the above situation, grow incredibly frustrated with us because their home is still for sale. This is where the "pixie... 07/18/2012

Dawsonville Properties - Dawsonville GA Welcome to our Dawsonville real estate information site including Dawsonville Properties. Here you will be able to search all homes for sale in the Dawsonville Georgia real estate MLS. This includes all Dawsonville properties for sale such as homes, condominiums and houses and also includes HUD Homes, short-sales and foreclosures. If you are ready to buy or sell a house, we can help you out as a Dawsonville real estate agent which includes Dawsonville Properties. If you see a house you want more information on or would like to schedule a showing, be sure to call The Mark Spain Team, a great Dawsonville GA Realtor, at 770-886-9000. If you would like to buy a new Dawsonville home, we can get you in contact with Dawsonville GA home builders to see al... 04/19/2012

Craigslist  Buy for less per month than rent payments would be $65,000.00  167 Grant Trail, Dawsonville, GA 30534 10 Photos 3 Bed, 2.0 Bath Tour # 2613670   Don't waste money on rent when you can buy for a smaller monthly payment! The owner needs to raise some fast cash so he has priced this 3BR/2BA home with a office near Lake Lanier/GA 400 and the Outlet Mall at rock bottom. For more information, please contact: Alan Grizzle Chestatee Real Estate Dahlonega, GA706-867-0196706-344-7096 Cell706-864-0367 Fax Information supplied by sellers. Deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. 10/14/2011

Yesterday started out as a very foggy day in north Georgia and I was almost ready to "rethink" my plan to visit my favorite pumpkin farm.  But as I began to drive north and the sun started to shine, the fog lifted and it turned out be a a wonderful fall day.   By the time I arrived at Burt's Pumpkin Farm in Dawsonville, GA, the sun was shining and the temperature was a perfect "Fall" 70 degrees. Burt's Pumpkin Farm is north of Atlanta near Amicalola Falls.  Here are the directions: Directions from Atlanta: Take Ga. 400 N out of Atlanta to highway 136. Turn left on hwy 136W.Take 136W to 183N, then 183N to highway 52. Turn right on to 52E. We are located 1/2 mile on your right from the highway 183/52 intersection on highway 52. Directions from Marietta: Take I75N to 575N, 575N will change... 09/25/2011

The first question on everyone mind when you announce that you are running for an office is...WHY???Because everyone knows that it is extremely hard work and take an exorbitant amount of time...something we seem to have less of as we age. Actually I was called by a Big Canoe Nominating Committee member and asked to run.  Why they called I do not know.  My first response was NO!!! I am not a captain of industry like so many of the past candidates were.  I have no real experience in leading a community. The committee member said that they felt differently and would I consider the opportunity? After carefull consideration, I decided that in fact I did have something to offer Big Canoe. First: A woman's perspective. Being a woman is just a fluke of nature, but having been in this female ski... 09/05/2011

This is a story that I think all can relate to. The home owner wants to sell the home. The home owner is tight on the appreciation against  what they owe. The home owner decides to use a discount brokerage. The brokerage tells them you can get listed for X. Want a yard sign add 10 dollars. Want a lock box add 25 dollars. And so it goes. The seller lists for X Enter me the Agent with a buyer. I see the house on the MLS. I call and the seller answers.( This is a positive as it usually does not happen)  Me:" I would like to show your home tomorrow at 10 am OK?" Seller: "Oh I am sorry little Johnny has a Cub Scout outing and we will not be home." Me: "No problem, is the lock box on the front door?" Seller: "HUH? We do not have a lockbox. Can you show the house day after tomorrow?" Me: "Let ... 04/21/2011

I have been away for a while. But now i am back. My time has been consumed in large part with building a new company web site and getting things jump started for 2011.  Our goal is to add to our visibility and relevance in order to help our sellers and buyers.So take a look at www.allmountainrealty.com and let me know what yo think. This is the start. Hope to see many of you at ReTech South later this week   03/28/2011

Don't Miss the Boat!  3 Simple Rules to Win When Buying Foreclosures and Short Sales - Buying Homes in Dawsonville, Dahlonega,  and Gainesville, GA Everybody is looking for a deal and when it comes the current market, you may now be ready to find your "dream home".  The current real estate market offers foreclosures, REO's and short sale homes at great prices.  Sometimes I still shake my head and do a double take when I check tax records and find that the home that I am showing has an assessed value of 349k, but my clients have won their offer of $265,000.  There is no doubt, there are some great deals out there!I have been working with many buyers now that spring has sprung and they are spending a lot of time online searching homes.  We are all dissappointed when I find the homes they ... 03/23/2011

Dawsonville Georgia Rental Home. Rental Home - 3/2 in Quite Neighborhood, Dawson County - 7365 Wits End Dr,  Dawsonville 30534 - $795Great location for commuters!  Located off Highway 53 East in Dawson County just off Pea Ridge Road.  Easy Access to Dawsonville, Gainesville and Georgia Highway 400.Enjoy the quite street on private lot with no thru traffic. Home features 3 bedroom, 2 bath and paved driveway.Deposit is $795 and monthly rent is $795.  Available for immediate move-in!Please contact Harvest Realty at 706-864-0102 for details and appontments to view rental home.Contact Jim at jim@harvestrealtyofga.com or info@harvestrealtyofga.com for details.Looking for other Rental Homes in Dawsonville, Georgia?  Contact Jennifer at jennifer@harvestrealtyofga.com. 03/21/2011

Craigslist  A Creek in the Front Yard $100,000.00  434 Henry Grady Highway, Dawsonville, GA 30534 21 Photos 3 Bed, 4.0 Bath3462 SF Tour # 2404367   This 3 bedroom 4 bath home as a rushing creek in the front yard, a detached 2 car garage. It has several extra rooms that can be used for offices, storage, game rooms or whatever you need. If you need space on a budget, this is it. For more information, please contact: Alan Grizzle Chestatee Real Estate Dahlonega, GA706-867-0196706-344-7096 Cell706-864-0367 Fax Information supplied by sellers. Deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. 02/22/2011

Dawsonville Homes For Sale 02/14/2011

This week for the new year the Mountain Real Estate report focuses on some good news coming out of the housing market. We talk about a couple of really good deals we have her n our mountains. and we focus on types of home buyers here in the mountains. We have tips as well as do's and don'ts for thoe who are buying a mountain home. If you are buying in North georgia the pros and All Mountain Realty are here to work with you. Enjoy the show Your browser does not support iframes. 01/06/2011

This is the last report for 2010. The Mountain Real Estate report is heard every Thursday after the noon news on WYYZ Radio 149 am on your dial in the North Georgia Mountains. Folks in the communities of Big Canoe, Bent Tree, Jasper, Ball Ground, and Talking Rock can hear the show. The report is alos posted here on ActiveRain and can be found onour web site www.allmountainrealty.com. This weeks show covers the year in review and gives reasons for why you should list your home early. We give credit to an ActiveRain member for the idea. Your ides for the show going foward are appreciated and we will credit you here and over the air waves. Have a great 2011 you all. Enjoy the show!! Your browser does not support iframes. 12/30/2010

One of the tools here on ActiveRain is it's great referral network. I have received business and closed deals from it. Here is why it is important to me. You can post on the network and when you get responses look at agents profiles here on ActiveRain. How a person blogs and what is in their profile gives you a good indication of how they will treat your valuable referral. I have given more thank 20 referrals out that I can think of. The major criteria I used was the profile of the other agent and their blog. Using the referral network is superior in my opinion to the option of blindly throwing out a lead to a company that has the same name as yours in another area. Now if you know who you are dealing with fine. But if you do not, use the network here at ActiveRain. I have never regrett... 12/19/2010

It's the Holiday Season again and the malls are packed!  I have a tendency to avoid the traditional malls and go straight to the outlets.  I feel very lucky to have luxury stores convenient to my house.  Not only do the North Georgia Premium outlets offer the highest quality stores, the savings here can be amazing! I was able to find a great pair of leather (heavy lining!) boots at Clark's Outlet store for 40% off and a great leather coat for $199 (marked down from $349!!).  These are the deals that I found last week....  I look forward to hitting Coach and Nike later this week! Located directly off Georgia 400 North in Dawsonville, this mall is easy to find with very little mall traffic. Complete Store Listing and directions: www.premiumoutlets.com/outlets/store_listing     12/13/2010

Yesterday around 5  o'clock in the afternoon I was talking to a friend. "Hey," I said, "this snow isn't so bad". I was then told that the real snow was not coming till later last night. So we woke up this morning to this. The haze you see around the sun is snow coming down. It looks cold and guess what it is cold So today is a snow day. The high today is only supposed to get into the 20's. Normal high for us this time of year is in the 50's. Whatever happened to global warming ? Actually and ironically this type of weather is a function of global warming. Strong storms whether hot or cold move further South due to global warming. So I guess we have global warming to thank for a winter wonderland and cold weather ! ? Some how that is tough to reconcile. But it is pretty to see. 12/13/2010

Tax Credits are available for homeowners who buy energy efficient applances or renewable energy systems.  30% of the cost up to $1,500 for the following items for homeowners: Biomass Stoves - organic materials/often wood pellets Windows & Doors Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning (HVAC) Water Heaters (non-solar) Principal homes, New Construction and Second Homes are eligible for Tax Credits with the following items: Geothermal Heat Pumps Small Wind Turbines (Residential) Solar Energy Systems   North Georgia is proud that our votes made energy efficiency in Georgia even easier.   Amendment 4 Passed - Georgia-cuts government waste, creates jobs and champions energy efficiency!  www.northgapolitics.com/articleinfo.asp?Link=2205 It's never been more worthwhile to upgrade you home  with ... 11/05/2010

Social Media is growing and bringing warmth and personality to businesses and non-profits in the North GA community.  Our community here in North Georgia is growing and we small business owners and non-profit organizations will go far with staying on top of the new resources that come with the Internet age.   Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and other growing outlets allow us to get the word out and bring our community together in ways that we've never dreamed.  The ability to communicate, interact with others in a cost-effectiveness manor is unparalleled. My friend, Sherry Sabine is serious about 2 things: 1) building a strong community, 2) building a vital and growing local economy.     Check her out and learn more:  http://northgacommunity.wordpress.com  www.SolutionsSocialMedia.com Solut... 11/02/2010

HUD (Housing and Urban Development) homes are a part of the The Federal Housing Administration(FHA).  FHA insured loans provide federal mortgage insurance to homes owners.  When homes purchased through the FHA programs are foreclosed on, the lender can file a claim for the mortgage payoff and the ownership of the home will go to HUD. Homes purchased from HUD require only $100 down as opposed to buying through the FHA program which requires 3.5% down. HUD offices do not work with potential home buyers - you must use a Real Estate Agent. HUD homes are priced to sell and homes are sold "as is" and as with any loan, homes inspections are encouraged. HUD homes are sold using a bidding process and the bids are sealed.  At the end of the bidding process, all offers are opened and the highest ... 10/30/2010

  Cedar Hill is offers the community in Dawsonville, Georgia is an important non-profit center in Dawsonville, Georgia offering excellent, affordable classes and programs. Cedar Hill Enrichment Center presents T'ai Chi Chih, "Joy through Movement" taught by by Colleen Flariagan, Accredited instructor. 19 gentle movements and one posture which active, circulate and balance the life energy that flows through us all. Benefits may include: ~ Improved balance & coordination ~ Stress reduction ~Weight & blood pressure regulation ~ Increased creativity ~ Improved concentration & focus ~Strengthened immune system ~Improved flexibility   Beginner classes now forming Free introductory class - Saturday, November 6, 2010 at 10 am 6 week mini-series (For 1st 10 movements) Wednesdays, 3:30 - 4:30 pm ... 10/27/2010