Last Friday, I have a great closing.  The process went very smoothly, and the buyer was elated about the home.  He and his wife are leaving their apartment now, and they own their own home.  The home is pretty good shape.  It needs a neutral paint job, and it needs some flooring. Tonight I got a phone call from the buyer.  He had contacted the water company to have them come out and turn on the main water switch for the house.  The water company came out at a time when he was not home and got the water flowing into the home.  Well, no one checked to make sure all of the valves were turned off inside the house, and you guess it - the place got flooded.  It was the ice maker line upstairs in the kitchen that was left open and caused a bunch of damage.  He called me very upset, and I'm doi... 07/26/2011

Jennifer Walker-Derby | Re/Max Westside | 404-543-9002 4671 Cougar Trail, Douglasville, GA Stunning Renovated home on FIVE Acres - just reduced $50,000! 4BR/2+1BA Single Family House offered at $225,000 Year Built 1988 Sq Footage 2,492 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 full, 1 partial Floors 2 Parking 2 Covered spaces Lot Size 5 acres HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION WOW! Complete renovation on 5 acres with woods and creek. Enjoy your hardwood family room with stone tile fireplace that is the center of this home! Custom upgraded kitchen with stunning cabinetry and granite countertops. New master spa bath with custom stone and travertine. Gorgeous master on main with cherry hardwoods. Stunning newer hardwoods on almost all main level. Tiled sunroom with skylights flood room with natural light. T... 05/03/2010

Jennifer Walker-Derby | Re/Max Westside | 404-543-9002 3460 Anna Ruby Lane, Douglasville, GA Amazing LAKEFRONT Stunner on Basement 4BR/2+1BA Single Family House offered at $150,000 Year Built 2004 Sq Footage 2,837 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 full, 1 partial Floors 2 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size .30 acres HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION Stunning Short Sale with tons of equity built in! Enter gorgeous 2 story foyer with hardwoods. Separate formal living and dining rooms. Chef's dream kitchen with island and stained wood cabinets with separate breakfast room. Oversized Family Room with gas log fireplace. Upstairs enjoy the HUGE media loft perfect for the kids! Master Suite has enormous trey ceiling bedroom plus separate large sitting room and walk in closet with window! Master spa bath has... 05/03/2010

Residential Detached   $ 85,000 #:4053218 Active Broker: KWFA01 Area: 91 Map: 880D5 3156 CEDARDALE Drive Media: 13 PPVT  City: DOUGLAS State: GEORGIA County: DOUGLAS Zip: 30135 Subdivision: JAMESTOWN FOREST Demographics Yr Built: 1985 Age Desc: Resale Lvls Bdrms Baths Hlf Bth Upper 3 2 0 Main 0 0 1 Lower 0 0 0 Total 3 2 1 Lake: NONE Waterfront: 0 Stories: 2 Stories Elem: ARBOR STATION Style: Traditional Middle: CHAPEL HILL     High: DOUGLAS Directions: I-20 WEST EXIT 36 SOUTH TOWARDS MALL,TURN RT ON STONE OAK DRIVE.LT ON FIVE LEAVES,RT ON NORTH WOOD,LEFT ON CEDARDALE DR. Public Remarks BRIGHT SPACIOUS HOME*FAMILY ORIENTED N'HOOD*LRGE BDRMS,LOTS OF UPGRADES,HRWD FLRS,MUST SEE INSIDE!APPROVED SHORT SALE,CAN CLOSE IN TIME FOR THE 1ST TIME HOMEBUYER TAX CREDIT.STRICTLY AS-IS, NO DISCLOSURE... 04/24/2010

Treasury sets guidance to simplify "short sales" Al Yoon NEW YORK NEW YORK (Reuters) - The U.S. Treasury on Monday set long-awaited guidance on a plan for mortgage companies to speed "short sales" of homes and other loan modification alternatives to stem a rising tide of foreclosures. Read More at http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSTRE5AT5X520091130 12/18/2009

The frustrating part of this experience was the reminder that - statistically - most agents won't or can't, and therefore certainly don't make an irresistible presentation on pricing.  90% (9 out of 10) listings are listed too high.  In the third quarter of this year, the median Days on Market for homes that were priced right and did not need a price reduction in order to sell was 25 days (less than a month!) in metro Atlanta.   However, for those listings that had to have a price reduction before they could sell, the median Days on Market for those homes was 252 (10 times longer!).   The truth is that being overly optimistic about a listing in terms of price or condition or appeal is the equivalent of putting lipstick on a pig.  We live in a smart world.  We are living in the reality ... 12/18/2009

This is a great article to share with clients and those buyers who may be waiting for the better deal? What goes up must come down and with market always vice versa. http://www.businessweek.com/lifestyle/content/dec2009/bw2009127_753974.htm?link_position=link12 For Further Questions feel free to contact us.To check Your Local Market Data go to Your Market Snapdshot  For further information about Metro Atlanta. orIf you have a Real Estate need in Atlanta trust the Full time Local professionals at Team Renton Keller Williams. For Free Home Search for  Metro Atlanta go to http://www.servingHotlantahomes.com 12/16/2009

As you may have heard, the US Treasury Department has created programs to make short sale transactions easier for homeowners in need - see the article below for additional details.  Team Renton has been handling short sales for 9 years now and has worked and closed on 15 properties this years alone.  Further Questions feel free to contact us. To check Your Local Market Data go to Your Market Snapshot for further information about Metro Atlanta. Or if you have a Real Estate need in Atlanta trust the Full time Local professionals at Team Renton Keller Williams. For Free Home Search for Metro Atlanta go to http://www.servingdouglasvillehomes.com WASHINGTON - Dec. 1, 2009 - The Obama Administration, through the Treasury Department, announced new housing guidelines yesterday. While a series ... 12/12/2009

For Further Questions feel free to contact us.To check Your Local Market Data go to Your Market Snapdshot  For further information about Metro Atlanta. orIf you have a Real Estate need in Atlanta trust the Full time Local professionals at Team Renton Keller Williams. For Free Home Search for  Metro Atlanta go to http://www.servingdouglasvillehomes.com 12/05/2009

Located in the popular Holly Springs subdivision in Douglasville and featuring 6 bedrooms, 4 full baths, and 1 half bath. Other amenities include a 1+ acre lot, fenced back yard, granite countertops, upgraded trim package, and more! Full details at: 5444 Burton Place Tina Fountain Realtors, an Atlanta Real Estate company serving the entire metro Atlanta area including Marietta Real Estate and Douglasville Real Estate.   10/21/2009

  On August 20, the first phase of the credit card bill that was approved in May took effect.   Key changes in the way credit cards work include:  1.Customers will now receive 45 days notice, up from 15 days, before interest rates increase. 2.The minimum balance due can increase by no more than two times the percentage that it previously has been. 3.Bills must be mailed 21 days, up from 14 days, before the payment is due.  The balance of the bill's provisions will become effective in February. Until then, consumer advocates' concerns center around credit card issuers continuing to increase rates, lower credit limits, decrease rewards programs, and close inactive accounts. Credit card companies reaffirm these actions are not due to legislation but decreasing credit scores.   This bill i... 10/09/2009

  1. Thou shalt not change jobs, become self-employed or quit your job. Longer employment time shows stability and a reduced likelyhood of default 2. Thou shalt not buy a car, truck or van (or you may beliving in it)! This will increase your debt to income ratio. 3. Thou shalt not use charge cards excessively or let your accounts fall behind. This shows poor money management and an increased risk of default. 4. Thou shalt not spend money you have set aside for closing. It costs money to borrow money - make sure you have enough. 5. Thou shalt not omit debts or liabilities from your loan application. This is tantamount to fraud - never a good thing! 6. Thou shalt not buy furniture or other big ticket item on credit. Like buying a car, this increases your debt to income ratio. 7, Thou shal... 09/03/2009

Located in the popular Chapel Hill Golf and Country Club subdivision, this home has 6 bedrooms and 5 full baths. The gourmet kitchen has granite counters and stainless appliances, the master suite has a fireside sitting area and spa bath. More details can be found at: 9921 Hamilton Drive Visit tinafountain.com for more information on homes for sale in Atlanta including Atlanta luxury homes for sale, and homes for sale in Douglasville. We can also be reached at 404-842-1555. 09/03/2009

Daneda Lipsey #678-504-1579 of Coldwell Banker Atlanta. "Ahh" meets "Wow"! You will be so impressed with the delightful 4 bedroom 2.5 bath floor plan, the gleam of hardwood floors, the classical look of granite counters, vaulted great room, two story foyer and main level owner's suite. Location and golf simply add to the benefits. TO SEE COMPLETE TOUR VISIT: http://www.advantagehometours.com/tabid/667.aspx.            09/01/2009

  The Atlanta real estate market is in a very interesting place.  "Things" are generally improving, numerically.  Although there's no guarantee that they will continue to do so, these improvements should be a real wake-up call for buyers who continue to wait for prices to continue to decline.  As we move forward, the very best deals of the economic downturn are probably going to be seen through the rear view mirror.  The "fact of the market" is that inventory is decreasing, prices are rising and the good properties that come on the market at the right price are selling faster than we've seen in a long, long time.  In fact, the statistics show that in 39 FMLS Areas in Metro Atlanta, there is less than 11 months of inventory on the market, the median sales price is $162,000 and the media... 08/10/2009

Periodically, I will review certain neighborhoods in the Atlanta area to provide insight into lifestyle, cost of living and quality of schoools for the area.  The first city on the list is Douglasville, GA which is located about 20 miles west of Atlanta.  Here are some statistics for 2008 in Dougasville Median Income: $57,139  Median Home Price: $143, 050  Home ownership in Douglasville is around 66% which is a little higher than most metro counties. Also, Douglasville has crime risk rates that are below average for all crimes. Douglasville has many established communities with the Chapel Hills and Anneewakee Trails areas being some of the largest residential developments in the county. Douglas county currently has four high schools Litha Springs High School Douglas County High School  ... 06/28/2009

I actually was referred to the Five Guys chain by a client and was I glad. These have to be the best burgers I have tasted. So I want you to put them to the challenge. Let me know if you think you can fine a better burger anywhere else. I met the store Manager Charita aand owner Jim Ellison, great people, the want their customers to feel like they can kick back and take it easy while enjoying freshly prepared burgers and watch out for the fries!! We think real estate is a tough business but restraunts??? Give them you support and try one today!! They are on Chapel Hills rd in front of Kohls and next to Bank of North GA.   06/19/2009

Frequently Asked Questions The one reality about today's housing market is that many people have more questions than answers. The following information is intended to help you or someone you know better understand your situation. For Further Questions  feel free to contact us. For All Tax Related Decisions we advise strongly that you consult you CPA prior to making a decision. Check Out the latest Douglas county happenings and for further information about Metro Atlanta. If you have a Real Estate need in Atlanta trust the Full time  Local professionals at Team Renton Keller Williams. For Free Home Search for Douglasville or Metro Atlanta go to www.servingdouglasvillehomes.com. Do I qualify for a short sale? The qualifications for a short sale include any or all of the following: Financ... 06/08/2009

Statewide Homebuyer Tax Credit Signed Into Law   For Further Questions  feel free to contact us. For All Tax Related Decisions we advise strongly that you consult you CPA prior to making a decision. Check Out the latest Douglas county happenings and for further information about Metro Atlanta. If you have a Real Estate need in Atlanta trust the Full time  Local professionals at Team Renton Keller Williams. For Free Home Search for Douglasville or Metro Atlanta go to www.servingdouglasvillehomes.com. HB 261 was signed into law on May 11, 2009 by Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue. GAR applauds House Sponsor Ron Stephens (Savannah), House Ways and Means Chairman Larry O'Neal (Warner Robins) and Senate Chairman Chip Pearson (Dawsonville) for their tireless efforts in the passage of this import... 06/02/2009

For Further Questions  feel free to contact us. Check Out the latest Douglas county happenings and for further information about Metro Atlanta. If you have a Real Estate need in Atlanta trust the Full time  Local professionals at Team Renton Keller Williams. For Free Home Search for Douglasville or Metro Atlanta go to www.servingdouglasvillehomes.com. Rates have gone up in the summer months for the last 3 summers. If you are thinking about buying a house now is the time to lock in and maximize your net worth as a buyer. Inventory levels are starting to decline and the market is showing signs of recovery in Atlanta. Here are rates so far today. **Please note, during this volatile time in the market it is not unusual for the rates to change multiple times during the day either up or down.... 06/01/2009