Monday, February 11, 2013
Through Marietta's HOME program consortium/partnership with Cobb County, new affordable homes are built on vacant lots for low- to moderate-income working families to purchase as a first home opportunity.
- GOVERNMENT
-
Monday, February 11
by the City of Marietta The city of Marietta and representatives from Traton Homes and Cobb County's Community Development Block Grant program hosted an open house of a new home located at 523 Lemon St. on Feb. 5, one of several new homes in Marietta being sold to low- to moderate-income first time homebuyers. Through Marietta's HOME program consortium/partnership with Cobb County, new affordable homes are built on vacant lots for low- to moderate-income working families to purchase as a first home opportunity, Marietta's community development block grants manager Mitch Bland said. "While helping these families, we are also helping the city improve these older neighborhoods by having new owner-occupied, single-family homes." "Cobb County's…
Sunday, February 10, 2013
Find out how to get more money for your home.
It used to be that if you remodeled a kitchen, a bath, or added any type of improvement, you could expect a dramatic increase in your home value. Then, with the downturn in the market, improvements made a house stand out, but would not necessarily add gobs of monetary value to the home. Fast forward to today: we are on the uptick. Prices are going up, as is demand. The markets are very competitive with multiple offers on many properties. What are some projects that can really add some value to your home? Number one was adding a steel door. At an average cost of $1100, it is economical and a seller can expect to see 85.6% of what they spent returned in added value. An owner can also expect to recoup 79.6% of their investment on cement …
Monday, February 4, 2013
Featured homes range from a three-bedroom, two-story traditional home on Oak Crest Court to a six-bedroom former model home on Weddington Place.
- THE NEIGHBORHOOD FILES
-
Monday, February 4
This week House Hunt featured homes range in price from $210,000 for a three-bedroom, two-story traditional home on Oak Crest Court to $680,000 for a gorgeous six-bedroom former model home on Weddington Place. Click on a picture in the photo gallery to see a listing description. Click on an address listed below and get directly linked to AOL Real Estate or the broker for complete listing information. In addition to helpful home buying tips, maps and contact information for the listings you choose, you will also be to calculate a monthly mortgage payment, check your credit and get prequalified. 5 Open Houses To Tour This Weekend: 1657 Oak Crest Court, Marietta 30066. $210,000. 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 1 Half Bath. Sunroom overlooking fenced…
Monday, January 14, 2013
This week House Hunt's featured homes range in price from $199,900 for a four-bedroom contemporary style home on Emory Drive to $569,000 for an updated six-bedroom traditional home on Lands Mill.
This week House Hunt's featured homes range in price from $199,900 for a four-bedroom contemporary style home on Emory Drive to $569,000 for an updated six-bedroom traditional home on Lands Mill. Click on a picture in the photo gallery to see a listing description. Click on an address listed below and get directly linked to AOL Real Estate for complete listing information. In addition to helpful home buying tips, maps and contact information for the listings you choose, you will also be to calculate a monthly mortgage payment, check your credit and get prequalified. 562 Brookline Drive Se, Marietta 30067. $339,000. 4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms. Home on cul-de-sac. Open floor plan. Main level bedroom being used as office. Open kitchen with …
Saturday, January 12, 2013
If you sell a home in Snellville at a loss, you will not have to pay taxes on the difference.
As part of the "fiscal cliff" vote, the Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act is being extended. What this simply means is that when a struggling homeowner sells their home for $75,000 and they owe $150,000, they are not taxed on the $75,000 that the bank had to write off. This is good news for homeowners that are struggling. Other homeowner benefits extensions include being able to deduct your private mortgage insurance for those who make less than $110,000 a year. This is retroactive back to 2012 and includes 2013. A tax credit of up to $500 is available to homeowners who made energy improvements to their home in 2012. This is also available in 2013. By the Numbers: Active Listings: 216 Average Price: $196,593 Sold Listings: 56 …
Friday, January 4, 2013
This week House Hunt features homes with built-in suites or apartments for the in-laws, teen or rentals. These home range from a four-bedroom raised ranch on Starlight Drive to a four-bedroom new traditional home on Old Forge Way.
This week House Hunt features homes with built-in suites or apartments for the in-laws, teen or rentals. These home range in price from $115,000 for a four-bedroom raised ranch on Starlight Drive to $474,000 for a four-bedroom new traditional home on Old Forge Way. Also, there is an Open House this Sunday on Willow Knoll Way. This home is an exlcusive Atlanta Country Club colonial and is loaded with amenities. See below for details. Click on a picture in the photo gallery to see a listing description. Click on an address listed below and get directly linked to AOL Real Estate or the broker for complete listing information. In addition to helpful home buying tips, maps and contact information for the listings you choose, you will also be to…
Friday, December 28, 2012
Each week we feature great homes for sale in Marietta.
This week House Hunt presents eight homes for sale and listed at exactly the same price: $189,900 What can you buy for $189,900? Ranch homes, two-story homes, homes in great school districts, a swim/tennis community, private, fenced backyards, hardwoods, tile floors, 3-5 bedroom homes and upgrades galore! One home has two bedroom suites; another home has the master bedroom on the main with a sunroom overlooking a beautiful private in-ground pool. And this is the short list. Click on a picture in the photo gallery to see a listing description. Click on an address listed below and get directly linked to AOL Real Estate for complete listing information. In addition to helpful home buying tips, maps and contact information for the listings you…
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
Tips for getting your home market-ready for prospective buyers.
- THE NEIGHBORHOOD FILES
-
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
So you’ve made the decision to sell your home. Now what? It takes a lot of mental preparation to let go of a space you’ve grown to love, and the process of selling your home can be particularly strange if you are still living in it. You have to keep your home tidy at all times in order to quickly accommodate your realtor and potential buyers. Here are some tips that will make your home more presentable to buyers, and also help you prepare to move into your new digs. Last but not least, do a walk-through pretending you are a prospective buyer. Note the things that would turn you off and then fix them! Happy selling! Keep up with news by subscribing to our free email newsletter, liking us on Facebook and following us on Twitter.
Friday, December 21, 2012
Each week we feature great homes for sale in Marietta.
This week House Hunt presents eight homes placed on the market within the last seven days. Featured homes range in price from $129,900 for a three-bedroom renovated ranch-style home on Blackwell Circle to $1,499,000 for a five-bedroom Southern Living executive home with in-law/nanny apartment on Loring Oak Place. Click on a picture in the photo gallery to see a listing description. Click on an address listed below and get directly linked to AOL Real Estate for complete listing information. In addition to helpful home buying tips, maps and contact information for the listings you choose, you will also be to calculate a monthly mortgage payment, check your credit and get prequalified. 2291 Loring Oak Place NW, Marietta 30064. $1,499,000. 5 …
Saturday, December 8, 2012
Featured homes include a four-bedroom, swim/tennis home on Emory Drive, a three-bedroom home with views of the Chattahoochee River on Columns Drive and more.
This week House Hunt features popular ranch-style homes. Featured homes range in price from $199,900 for a lovely four-bedroom, swim/tennis home on Emory Drive to $542,500 for a three-bedroom home with views of the Chattahoochee River on Columns Drive. Click on a picture in the photo gallery to see a listing description. Click on an address listed below and get directly linked to AOL Real Estate or the broker for the complete listing information. You'll find helpful tools such as mortgage calculators, credit prequalifying, home buying tip, maps and contact information. 4066 Columns Drive, Marietta 30067. $542,500. 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms. Ready for move-in. Exquisite views. Home features a chef's dream kitchen with its top of the line …
Zaasrd Sitor
3:02 am on Monday, February 25, 2013
The author should be educated, on D. Ricardo's theory of rent. Knock the building down and the site is worth more. Why else do slums occur ? After a reread of the above. With a misplaced comprehension of value and price. Assume the reverse is true on every point when the property tax is included in the argument. more ›