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Sell Faster in East Cobb: Seven Home Fixes That Actually Work
Our guest writer today is Suzie Wilson. Suzie Wilson is an interior designer with more than 20 years of experience. What started as a hobby (and often, a favor to friends) turned into a passion for creating soothing spaces in homes of every size and style.” Sell Faster in East Cobb: Seven Home Fixes That…
Closet Makeover
Is your closet suffering from a case of the blahs? Would you like for it to inspire you to have an inspiring, productive day? Meet our guest writer Carrie Peeples, owner and founder of Neat Smart. Check out her quick tips to give your closet an easy, low-cost makeover that will change your life by…
Protect Your Home: A Tale of Title Fraud
A few weeks ago, during a casual meeting, an attendee brought up a topic that caught my attention – Seller Impersonation Fraud. This type of fraud is also known as Title Theft or Title Fraud and concerns residential homes and properties. I decided to seek out an expert to shed light on this growing threat….
Shed Style Contemporary Home Popular – Under contract in 5 Days!
Shed Style Are you searching for a unique and captivating style of home in the East Cobb area? Look no further than the Shed style, also called cedar contemporary. It’s stood the test of time and continues to attract a new generation of buyers. As an East Cobb real estate agent, I have seen the…
Luxury Home for Sale in East Cobb
New Luxury Listing 2817 Adams Oaks Lane just hit the market and is offered for $1,295,000 by Lee Ann Wynns, Dorsey Alston Realtors. Built in 2007, this stunning 4-sided brick, stone and board batten shakes home is a sight to behold. The 3-car garage and welcoming front porch add to its curb appeal. The outdoor…
Top Staging Tips Any Homeowner Can Do Themselves
Today’s guests on the blog are Jenna Blaskovic and Annalise Brown OWNERS OF BHOME INTERIORS. Jenna and Annalise are a mother daughter team, both certified stagers and color experts, ready to help you wow potential home buyers. They have helped me with several listings and are truly experts. When Sellers list with me – the…
Homestead Exemption
If you purchased a home in 2022. You had lots of important things to do. Don’t forget to file for your homestead exemption before April 1.
Embracing Change: Re-evaluating Your Living Situation in Retirement
Where do you want to spend those golden years? Does your current home and location support your needs now that you are an empty nester?
A Proactive Winter Checklist for your Roof & Gutters
A well maintained roof and groomed gutters will extend the lifespan of your roof.
Georgia Senior Property Tax Exemptions…are you missing out?
All Georgia residents are eligible for a homestead exemption on their primary residence. Did you know that many counties have Georgia senior tax exemptions based on age and offer great savings? And, depending on the county, there are other tax exemptions available if you meet the following criteria: See the Department of Revenue for details. …
The Revival of the Ranch home with a rustic touch
Ranch homes are making a comeback. You ask why? First of all, baby boomers who once thought the McMansions were the best ever are now having a hard time going up and down stairs and taking care of large homes. Older ranch houses built in the suburbs during the 50s and 60s are now getting…
Pricing a House Correctly Still Matters….even in a Hot Market!
Dorsey Alston posted a blog recently that provides insight into each of the local markets in the Atlanta area. I am happy to share in this posting of my blog. Dorsey Alston compared the month-to-month data from May 2020 to May 2021 and found the number of days a home for sale stays on the…
Bridge Closed – Go Around! Ugh….
Willeo Bridge over Willeo Creek Closed! It’s going to be inconvenient for the next few months for those of us who need to cross over Willeo Bridge located near the roundabout near Willeo, Lower Roswell and Timber Ridge Roads. The old bridge built in 1960 will be replaced. The joint venture with Cobb County and…
East Cobb Market Update
East Cobb Real Estate Market Report – June 2020
Congrats! 2019 Top Producers
Lee Ann Wynns made the list of Top Producer with Dorsey Alston Realtors
Expert Advice on Your Credit Score
Guest Blogger Jan Wagner explains how to achieve a healthy credit score.
Feeling badly about letting go of household items…DON’T
Got too many useful household items, too much useful furniture, but it’s not useful to you any longer? Feeling badly about getting rid of it….DON’T. Donate to charity. Your donation may mean the world to someone in need. I work with lots of home sellers and buyers who have been in the same home for…
update: Spin for Kids! Dorsey Alston Realtors Team raised 19,099 and counting!
Thank you to our great sponsors! My personal goal was $200.00, my awesome sponsors helped me raise $400.00. The Dorsey Alston Realtors team raised 19,099 and counting! So happy to help Camp Twin Lakes raise money to help more kids with special needs attend camp this summer.
Should you buy a second home?
Have you been thinking about owning a second home? Is now the time? Would it work while the kids are young? Or, should you wait until near retirement? There is no right or wrong answer. My son is 26 and daughter is 22. So, as a mom of Millennials, I can look back and reflect…