The “CONDO CASH” Program

Living in an urban area, such as Atlanta and New York, where you can live/work/play on the same street allows many urban dwellers a luxury of little, if no, commuting.  However, in this economy and real estate market, many would-be condo buyers have faced challenges with purchasing condos (despite the deeply discounted priced units) due to Homeowner Association (HOA) delinquencies by the current/previous owners of the condo.  However, Freddie Mac is hoping to solve this problem.

To HOA or Not HOA?

Imagine living directly across from the soon-coming (we hope) Streets of Buckhead (Georgia’s version of Rodeo Drive), or being in walking distance to your office on Wall St., or reveling in the sounds of jazz coming from the Detroit Riverfront.  Whether you are in Atlanta, New York, Detroit, or another urban area, townhouses and condos are stylish and maybe the most economical option to allow you to live close to your city’s hustle and bustle.    Moreover, you may love the low-maintenance lifestyle condos and townhouses afford you but there are several questions you should have answered by the Homeowner’s Association (HOA) before making an offer.

Places To Love: SERRANO CONDOMINIUMS

After much anticipation, Metro Atlanta’s Serrano condos have finally made their grand opening debut.  Deemed as Sandy Springs’ Mediterranean-inspired homes, the Serrano offers condo lovers 13 exquisite floorplans, gated, covered parking with private resident floor access, and amenities galore all at a discounted price.  Conveniently located in the heart of Sandy Springs, GA off Abernathy Rd. 1 block west of GA 400, the Serrano offers you convenience and quick access to Perimeter Mall, Buckhead, Downtown Atlanta, Alpharetta, I-285, GA 400, and I-75, which is a must in Atlanta’s heavy traffic.  (The key in Atlanta’s traffic is to learn the back roads, which from the Serrano you can get downtown, north, east or west without getting on a freeway - having been in Atlanta’s traffic, you know this is a miracle!)

Places To Love: THE VIEW AT CHASTAIN

Looking for a luxury high-rise community in Metro Atlanta with discounted prices just minutes from all the shops and restaurants of Buckhead?  Then The View at Chastain is a must see. 

Keep Your HOA Financially Sound

With the uptick of distressed homeowners, many home owner associations are feeling the stress of not collecting enough funds to pay for the shared real estate properties of the community.  This is particularly heinous in condo real estate communities that share water and other utilities meaning that the default of other owners could actually jeopardize your home.  So what is an HOA to do? 

Places To Love: Serrano Condos ~ Atlanta’s Mediterranean Village

As you pass exit 5 for Abernathy Rd. in Sandy Springs on GA 400, you may have noticed the construction of a new real estate community over the past year.  Well I drove past it the other day and it finally seems done.  So being just a wee-bit curious, I had to check it out and let you know the scope.

Places to Love: PARK TOWERS

If you love Atlanta’s breathtaking skyline, then you will love the views at Park Towers Condominiums.  Park Towers is located on Hammond Drive, just minutes from I-285, GA-400, and Perimeter Mall and MARTA train accessible, making it a convenient place to live whether you need to get to downtown, Cobb, North Fulton, Gwinnett or Dekalb counties. 

Sandy Springs, GA ~ Real Estate News You Can Use

What’s the Sandy Springs Real Estate Market like?  Based on the First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS) & Loopnet, here are the happenings among real estate in Sandy Springs, GA.

Residential Market Update

Sandy Springs Market Update

Ready to buy or sell real estate in Sandy Springs?  Well then here is what you should know before you do!

Single Family Homes

Sandy Springs Market Update

Ready to purchase or sell real estate in Sandy Springs?  Whether it’s a condo, single-family home, land lot, or commercial property keep reading for the latest and greatest on the Sandy Springs real estate market (all data is based on findings in the First Multiple Listing Service, FMLS).

Single-Family Residences