May 18, 2012

As an active and informed Atlanta real estate agent…

I have to say that there has probably not been a better time to buy real estate in this city in the past 20 years.  I’ve been an Atlanta real estate agent for 10  of those 20 years and I’ve seen the market change dramatically during that time.  Sometimes good, sometimes bad.

Throughout the past few years and into 2011, home prices have dropped to their lowest levels in recent history.  Many of my sellers were trying to “move up” because of growing families and because they could now afford to live in better school districts in the Atlanta area because of dropping home prices.

The tax credits are over for now and a lot of people were able to take advantage of them.  But even if you weren’t able to capitalize on them, this is still one of the best times to purchase your new home.  Prices are at their lowest in recent history and interest rates are at historical lows.

If you look at the Case-Schiller Home Price Index, you will notice that the price of the average Atlanta home has dropped just over 3.5% in the last year. Places like Las Vegas and Miami which saw a dramatic and unsustainable increase during the housing boom have dropped over 5% during the same one year period.

Finally, mortgage interest rates have been at historic lows for a very long time. Just when we think they’re at their lowest, they drop again.  That’s great news for those looking to purchase or refinance.  An experience Atlanta real estate agent can put you in touch with a mortgage broker who has the perfect loan program for you.

Owning a home is still the American Dream and a wonderful way to build wealth. Now is the time to buy while there are still great deals in wonderful neighborhoods.  Working with an Atlanta real estate agent will be your best bet in buying the perfect home.

As a native of Atlanta and an experienced Atlanta real estate agent and Realtor of many years, I feel that I can help you get the house of your dreams at the best possible price. If you would like to contact me to discuss your options, please call me at 770-826-5907 or email me at tanderson@remax.net.

Homes for Sale in Atlanta

As you are aware, there are tons of homes for sale in the Atlanta area, some at rock bottom prices.  You are welcome to search through the Atlanta MLS database for homes that you may be interested in.  If you have difficulties or if you find something that you’d like to see, I will be more than happy to assist you.

If you’re not familiar with the Atlanta area, it would be recommended to use an Atlanta real estate agent to help you sift through all the data and to ensure that you are getting the very best deal on the home of your choice.  As an experienced Metro Atlanta real estate agent, I can help you find a home that best suits your needs such as work commute, schools, places of worship, etc.   I can also give you a great overview of the areas you’re interested in.  I can show you the facts about what’s going in those areas as far as foreclosure rates, short sales, and current home values.

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Why Is Choosing an Atlanta Realtor ® Important?

Were you aware that not every Atlanta Real Estate Agent is the same?  Only those who belong to National Association of Realtors can call themselves Realtors.  You can tell a Realtor from the other agents by looking for the REALTOR “®” logo that is typically displayed on business cards and other marketing materials.

Realtors adhere to a very strict code of ethics and they are expected to obtain and maintain a more advanced level of knowledge pertaining to the real estate buying and selling process.  Realtors make a commitment to handle themselves with honesty and integrity.  In a recent survey conducted by an independent group, 84% of home buyers surveyed said they would choose the same Realtor in future transactions.

Purchasing a home is the most substantial financial investment that most of us make in our lifetime.  Today’s transactions typically are more than $100,000.  Think about it – if you needed help with an income tax problem of $100,000, don’t you think that hiring a CPA would be a wise move?  Or if you were faced with a $100,000 legal problem, you’d most likely get an attorney, right?  So considering the risk involved, it’s really foolish to forgo hiring an Atlanta real estate agent when buying or selling real estate.  After all, they are the experts.

Consider this…. What if you were wanting to purchase a home that would be almost impossible for you to sell if you decided to do so?  When we find the home of our dreams, we’re not thinking of resell value at the time.  But what if something happened in your life that caused you to have to move?  Are you 100% sure that your home is going to be attractive to other buyers, that they are going to be so enamored with your home that they overlook the same problems that you did?  If your home has issues that are expensive to fix such as a basement that floods or a foundation that needs repair, are you in a position to make these repairs in order to sell your home or are you willing to take less money?  An experienced  Atlanta Real estate agent is trained to know these things and to bring them to your attention when you’re looking to purchase a home.

An Atlanta real estate agent who has the Realtor designation is more likely to have the training and the education to help you make the best decisions.  They help you to take the emotion out of buying or selling a home and to add some valuable business sense to the equation.  After all, they are in the field and know what types of issues will tank a real estate deal.

And if that last paragraph wasn’t convincing enough, here’s 12 more reasons for hiring an Atlanta Real Estate Agent who belongs to the Board of Realtors….read more

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Contact Information

Tracy Anderson and Associates, Remax
1189 S. Ponce de Leon Ave.
Ste. 101
Atlanta, GA 30306
(770) 826-5907

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