The Real Estate Guide (April Edition)

HARRY NORMAN REAL ESTATE GUIDE

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F O R S Y T H / L A K E L A N I E RThe above information is believed to be accurate but not warranted. Offer subject to errors, changes, omissions, prior sales and withdrawals without notice. Forsyth Office 770-497-2000 Robert Aiken, Broker. If your home is currently listed for sale, this is not intended as a solicitation. Equal Housing Opportunity. www.harrynorman.com

4410 Fourth Rail LaneListed by: Matt Thaxton (770-366-9506)

R E A L E S TAT E G U I D EF O R S Y T H / L A K E L A N I E R

APRIL 2014 EDITION

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HARRY NORMAN’S DEDICATED TEAM OF BUSINESS PARTNERS

FAMILY OF SERVICES

MORTGAGE & LENDING

Tim ArringtonHOMESERVICES LENDING(770) [email protected]

TITLE & CLOSING

Bristow AndersonCAMPBELL & BRANNON(404) [email protected]

INSURANCE

Shelby EdmundsHN INSURANCE(678) [email protected]

HOME WARRANTY

LaDonna HockerAMERICAN HOMESHIELD(678) [email protected]

EXTERMINATORS

Gary ZimmermanARROW EXTERMINATORS(770) [email protected]

HOME INSPECTIONS

Shane GauthierBUYERS PROTEC. GROUP(404) [email protected]

APPRAISALS

Scott MurphyD.S. MURPHY(678) [email protected]

MOVERS

BULLDOG MOVERS(404) 602-0442www.bulldogmovers.net

PROP. MANAGEMENT

David TheurerALL COUNTY PROP. MANG.(770) [email protected]

GENERAL CONTRACT.

Robert EstesATLANTA CONSTRUCTION & RENOVATION(678) 524-4495www.atlantaconstruction.net

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TIM ARRINGTONHome Mortgage Consultant

Phone: (770) 856-6397Email: [email protected]

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HARRY NORMAN REAL ESTATE GUIDEPAGE 2

A SMOOTH HOME BUYING PROCESSArticle by: Marta Wild

According to a landmark stress study developed by psychiatrists Thomas Holmes and Richard Rahe, FOUR events in the home buying process rank among the Top 43 of life’s most stressful circumstances: Changes in someone’s financial state ranked No. 16, large mortgage

loans ranked No. 20, change in living conditions ranked No. 28, and a change in residence ranked No. 32.

The purchase of a home should be a joyous event, but sometimes, the process can be overwhelming. Experts recommend partnering with trusted professionals who should advocate for you, the buyer, to avoid mishaps.

FIRST STEP : FINANCESPrior to a home search, secure a pre-approval. This will allow you to not only get acquainted with your loan office, but it will also help you steer clear of surprises in the loan process later to come.

SECOND STEP : HIRE A BUYER’S AGENTHaving a Realtor who represents you, the buyer, is the best decision in order to avoid costly mistakes. They advocate for your interest and ensure the process is as smooth as possible by using their expertise and education to guide you .

STEP THREE : INSPECTIONA good Realtor should be able to recommend reliable inspectors in your area. Inspectors must adhere to a code of ethics, which prohibits them from accepting kickbacks from contractors or real estate agents. Insist on inspectors who go beyond state regulatory requirements, take continued education courses in their field and belong to organizations like ASHI.

STEP FOUR : CLOSING FIRMAgain, a good Realtor is your source for recommending a reputable, reliable firm, to avoid overdue closings and unforeseen problems at the closing table. The communication between the Realtor, lender and attorney during the final stages of the home buying is probably the most important factor to avoid the elevated stress home buying can produce. Keep in mind, the closing attorneys work with lenders, title companies and prepares all the necessary paperwork for the actual transfer of ownerships.

As a home buyer's agent, Marta's experience comes from her passion of helping others find their piece of paradise, either by finding or listing their home. She has learned to appreciate the home buying desires of North Georgia's beautiful lake or mountain living. Marta's mix of her Slovak values and work ethics along with Harry Norman's resources and reputation gives her everything she needs for a smooth and successful home buying process.

SCHOOLS AND REAL ESTATEArticle by: Carroll Cunningham

Strong public schools are an important facet of any housing market. The difference between a good elementary and a great elementary school can translate into thousands of dollars. Home buyers will stretch their budgets $10,000 to $15,000 more to get into

an area where the schools have been ranked high academically. Good schools equate to a more vibrant community. If the real estate market is hot in a particular area... so is the local economy. It has been shown that there is a definite correlation between the school system and the real estate market.

The Rand Corporation did a study for the city of Santa Monica, CA and found 4 major impacts made by the school system on the community. They were: Housing values, crime rate, tax revenues and civic participation. There was also strong evidence that the quality of education impacted the physical and mental health in the community. A one year increase in the average education levels showed a substantial reduction that same year in major crimes – 27% fewer murders; 30% fewer assaults and 20% fewer motor vehicle thefts. The study noted that a 1% increase in the average school district reading or math scores equated to a .5% to 1% increase in property tax revenue. The higher housing values, the higher the property tax revenues are for the community. Schools definitely impact our community.

Another impact comes from our community leaders. They must be made aware of a very dangerous term, “Student Mobility.” This refers to the phenomenon of students changing schools for reasons other than grade promotion. Frequent movement of students from school to school puts those students at greater risk for academic and behavioral problems. Many drop-out students have been victims of frequent school change. Housing is the most important issue that must be addressed with this critical problem. Often times a family moves due to housing being cheaper for the family.

When this movement occurs, and schools end up with a 40 to 60% mobility rate, the quality of the education for all students in the system are impacted.

Having been a Principal and teacher for 30 years, I know how important schools are to the community. It is so essential for the community leaders, the school system and the real estate companies that operate in that community to work together to preserve high academic standards for our clients. We all must remember that students are clients; the citizens who live in our area are clients; and new buyers and sellers of homes are clients. They definitely deserve our cooperation in working together to give them an outstanding community in which to live, work and grow.


DAWSONVILLE, GA352 Fairfax Court 3 Bedroom / 2 Bath | Offered at: $156,900Property Information:Beautiful & well maintained Fairfax home on 2 wooded acres with a creek.

Matt Thaxton: (770) 366-9506FMLS#: 5235318

DAWSONVILLE, GA202 Sunset Drive 4 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $489,000Property Information:Lakefront on Lake Lanier with single slip cov-ered dock. Close to water, lake view.

Pete Clay: (678) 492-3559FMLS#: 5268195

JASPER, GA2129 Grandview Road2 Bedroom / 2 Bath | Offered at: $899,900Property Information:Very secluded horse farm, Beech Creek Farm has everything that you are looking for.

Terry Cooksey: (770) 503-4167FMLS#: 5252206

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CUMMING, GA4410 Fourth Rail Lane 4 Bedroom / 3.5 Bath | Offered at: $284,900Property Information:Open floor plan, hardwoods throughout main & upgraded carpet. Upgrades galore!


BALL GROUND, GA303 Taylor Leigh Court4 Bedroom / 3 Bath | Offered at: $242,900Property Information:Adorable craftsman home with rocking chair front porch. Great subdivision.

The Wesley Team: (404) 451-3692FMLS#: 5200079

“Buying or Selling, We'll take Care of You! ”The Cooksey TeamGive us a call about any property you see listed!

www.thecookseyteam.harrynorman.com(770) 503-4167Terry & Lynda:

CUMMING, GA6090 Riley Road 4 Bedroom / 4.5 Bath | Offered at: $1,259,000Property Information:Grand Country Estate with 18 +/- acres of mostly pastures with two ponds.



ROSWELL, GA1035 Applecross Drive4 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $269,000Property Information:Solid brick front home with features updated. Community of wooded lots.

Trudy Taylor: (770) 883-8640FMLS#: 5226843

LAWRENCEVILLE, GA1411 Edgeley Way 3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $179,000Property Information:Gorgeous updated home with fenced backyard and oversized free back deck.

Jill Buysman: (678) 488-6655FMLS#: 5256921

GAINESVILLE, GA3540 Cub Circle5 Bedroom / 3 Bath | Offered at: $499,900Property Information:One of the best lake homes available! Deep water in private section of the lake!

Tom Stocks: (678) 283-9570FMLS#: 5271558

DAWSONVILLE, GA288 Harbour Ridge Drive5 Bedroom / 5 Bath | Offered at: $359,000Property Information:Master on main level and private wooded lot. Home features a finished basement and deck!

Barry Slaton: (678) 859-4040FMLS#: 5250094

CANTON, GA111 Greenbrier Way4 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $259,000Property Information:Beautiful craftsman custom built home in Great Sky with hardwoods throughout.

Kerry Neel: (404) 353-9121FMLS#: 5255594

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CUMMING, GA4460 Sunbonnet Road7 Bedroom / 4 Bath | Offered at: $324,000Property Information:This 3 level, 7 bedroom home has all the space you desire! No need for a basement!

Tom Stocks: (678) 283-9570FMLS#: 5267184

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Harry Norman, REALTORS® Forsyth/Lake Lanier Office announced their reception of HNR’s “Highest Increase in Closed Units & Sales Volume” in 2013.

The office has only been open for two years, but within that time they have managed to grow from running a Full Service Real Estate Office out of their current training room, having only 8 agents,

a Broker, and an Office Manager at the time of opening their doors to being an office that has hired 61 agents, a full time Marketing Coordinator, a full time Transactions Coordinator, a part time Office Manager, expanded into three full bays, currently has 125 listings (including the sale of the largest property in North Georgia within the past two years), as well as HNR’s office with the “Highest Increase in Closed Units and Sales Volume.” Now THAT is an accomplishment!

What’s even more impressive is that with all of their growth, they still manage to give to the community. Within the past two years HNR Forsyth has participated in the Nation Wide Open House Weekend, Social Media Madness 2013 (where they came in 2nd in all of Atlanta for Small Businesses), participated in two Green Bean Drives for Hosea Feed the Hungry, two “Do the 2, Breast Cancer Walks” (which our office raised $5,000 for the event this year alone), hosted a Ticket to Ride Horse Show bringing in a record 175 horses... AND... raised over $12,000 for Battered Women Shelters, a Blood Drive for the American Red Cross (which donated enough blood to save 50 lives), held 3 Toys for Tots events and sponsored a family for the Empty Stocking Program, and that doesn’t include events that HNR Forsyth/Lake Lanier agents participate in individually.

The Forysth/Lake Lanier office has grown from having 32 Facebook “Likes” to now 425+ (and also has a reach of over 8,000 weekly views), 12 Twitter Followers to 115+, and they’ve added Google+, Foursquare, Wordpress, Tumblr and Instagram to their social media family. Oh, and let’s not forget about their very own office website that can be added to their list of resources!

Speaking of Farm & Land, within the past year they've have added a Farm & Land Division to our office. Since the start of the Farm & Land Division in July, the division has already brought in over 50 listings, over 25 sales, and close to $25,000,000 in listing volume.

The Forsyth/Lake Lanier Office is quickly growing and becoming one of the most well-known (whether it’s for their Harlem Shake video or not) offices within the Harry Norman, REALTORS®.

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F O R S Y T H / L A K E L A N I E R

Award for Rapid

GrowthARTICLE WRITTEN BY: ASHLEY PANTER


CUMMING, GA 3844 Humber Court3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $178,900Property Information: This home is on a private corner lot with a large yard in Bridgetown Court Subdivision.


CUMMING, GA5170 Fieldstone Circle4 Bedroom / 3.5 Bath | Offered at: $269,900Property Information:Great cul-de-sac lot with huge level, fenced backyard with private views!

Tom Stocks: (678) 283-9570FMLS#: 5237359

GAINESVILLE, GA1210 Bronze Oak Way3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $168,900Property Information:Beautifully maintained! New paint, carpet, water heater, ss dishwasher! Open floorplan!

Michelle Flynn: (770) 231-9908FMLS#: 5253506

DAHLONEGA, GA100 Moonbeam Drive3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $425,900Property Information:Charming custom built log cabin outside downtown Dahlonega. 1.36+/- Acres!


DAWSONVILLE, GA26 Deans Drive5 Bedroom / 3.5 Bath | Offered at: $347,500Property Information:Custom built home in quiet subdivision on 2+/- acre lot with rocking chair front porch.

Barry Slaton: (678) 859-4040FMLS#: 5255503

CUMMING, GA5495 Williams Shores Drive3 Bedroom / 4 Bath | Offered at: $564,900Property Information:Great South Lake location with outstanding open water views from every room.


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Your Forsyth County Real Estate Resource!Christina Abunassar

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CUMMING, GA6080 Bridge Fair Road4 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $279,900Property Information:Open floor plan, kitchen newly remodeled, freshly painted interior

Kerry Neel: (404) 353-9121FMLS#: 5267680

CUMMING, GA2040 Millers Path3 Bedroom / 3 Bath | Offered at: $429,900Property Information:Contemporary open floor plan home on South Lake Lanier with deep water views.

Kerry Neel: (404) 353-9121FMLS#: 5234707

DAWSONVILLE, GA113 Aplomado Lane3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $194,900Property Information:Home offers a large entry foyer and an open floor plan.


GAINESVILLE, GA3865 Cochran Road4 Bedroom / 3 Bath | Offered at: $795,000Property Information:Unparalleled privacy on Lake Lanier. Contem-porary home on 2.57+/- wooded acres.


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DAWSONVILLE, GA78 Via Toscana4 Bedroom / 4.5 Bath | Offered at: $600,000Property Information:Beautiful Tuscan-style Italian Villa with neighborhood access to Lake Lanier!


DAWSONVILLE, GA47 Oak Grove Lane5 Bedroom / 5 Bath | Offered at: $799,900Property Information:This custom lake dream home has four levels and every luxury imaginable!

Tom Stocks: (678) 283-9570FMLS#: 5219149

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CUMMING, GA1510 Moorings Way4 Bedroom / 3.5 Bath | Offered at: $1,200,000Property Information:Level lot home with easy walk to dock with sun bathing deck in quiet deep water cove.

Kristy Scott: (404) 645-6902FMLS#: 5177905

ROSWELL, GA13037 Overlook Pass6 Bedroom / 6.5 Bath | Offered at: $1,275,000Property Information:Executive home conveniently located near championship golf courses, stables, and more!

Trish Thompson: (770) 823-4669FMLS#: COMING SOON!

CUMMING, GA8245 Plantation Way6 Bedroom / 6.5 Bath | Offered at: $1,100,000Property Information:Property sits on historic Settendown Creek and is Equestrian friendly.

Trish Thompson: (770) 823-4669FMLS#: 5226320

CUMMING, GA6530 Roundhill Court8 Bedroom / 7 Bath | Offered at: $620,000Property Information:Drastically reduced! Exceptional home located near golf, stables, and more!

Mike Garcia: (770) 231-9908FMLS#: 5174561

CANTON, GA975 Old Lathemtown Road5 Bedroom / 6.5 Bath | Offered at: $1,295,000Property Information:Obie Award winning Country Estate located in desirable equestrian community.

Marie Sir: (404) 5263FMLS#: 5092515

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CUMMING, GA1616 Heathrow Drive5 Bedroom / 5 Bath | Offered at: $685,000Property Information: Located in Windermere Subdivision over looking the golf course from deck.

Tom Stocks: (678) 283-9570FMLS#: 5252478

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GAINESVILLE, GA4825 Tomacheche Trail4 Bedroom / 3 Bath | Offered at: $1,400,000Property Information:Great opportunity to own a gated private estate. Priced below appraised value.


CUMMING, GA227 Oak Forest Drive5 Bedroom / 5 Bath | Offered at: $429,900Property Information: One of the largest plans in the subdivision. Both guest and master suite on main level!

Tom Stocks: (678) 283-9570FMLS#: 5267147

GAINESVILLE, GA4150 Arthur Miller Road3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $3,500,000Property Information:Gated contemporary equestrian farm with 15 stall barn!


ALPHARETTA, GA7011 Somerset Circle2 Bedroom / 2 Bath | Offered at: $114,900Property Information:This end unit condo has enclosed porch and patio to sit and admire the garden.

Ken Klosinski: (770) 406-0508FMLS#: 5269595

CUMMING, GA3995 Sweeting Street4 Bedroom / 4 Bath | Offered at: $449,900Property Information:Cul-de-sac lot in Windermere Subdivision. Wide plank hardwood floors and open f’plan!

Tom Stocks: (678) 283-9570FMLS#: 5273806

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CUMMING, GA4265 Evans Farm Drive4 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $289,900Property Information:French doors welcome you into the bright open floorplan.

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FARM & LAND LISTINGS

RESIDENTIAL LISTINGS

CUMMING, GA00 Myrtle Road 20+/- AcresOffered at: $254,000Ken Klosinski: (770) 406-0508

JASPER, GA54 Eagle Creek Farm Road32.65+/- Acres (Chicken Farm)Offered at:Terry Cooksey: (770) 503-4167

CUMMING, GA0 McCoy Circle9.17+/- AcresOffered at: $239,900Trudy D. Taylor: (770) 883-8640

CUMMING , GA5725 Archer Avenue3 Bedroom / 2 BathOffered at: $155,000Mike Garcia: (770) 231-9908

CUMMING, GA3525 Magnolia Walk Trail2 Bedroom / 2.5 BathOffered at: $139,000Cynthia Love: (801) 918-9560

DAWSONVILLE, GA1732 Perimeter Road3+ Bedroom / 2.5 BathOffered at: $149,900Ken Klosinski: (770) 406-0508

DAWSONVILLE, GA901 Highway 53 East2 Bedroom / 1 BathOffered at: $250,000Terry Cooksey: (770) 503-4167

ELLIJAY0 Redwood Lane12.96+/- AcresOffered at: $94,000Garel Curry: (404) 863-0835

ALPHARETTA, GA12555 Arnold Mill Road0.656+/- AcresOffered at:Michelle Flynn: (770) 883-7792

CUMMING, GA1910 Kemp Drive0.74+/- AcresOffered at: $49,900Trudy D. Taylor: (770) 883-8640

DAWSONVILLE, GA1081 Chestatee Point2 Bedroom / 2 BathOffered at: $334,900Mike Garcia: (770) 231-9908

FLOWERY BRANCH5514 Ashmoore Court3 Bedroom / 3 Bath Offered at: $199,900Pete Clay: (678) 492-3559

GAINESVILLE, GA1519 Enota Avenue4 Bedroom / 2.5 BathOffered at: $325,000Mike Garcia: (770) 231-9908

WHITE, GA2475 White Road5 Bedroom / 4 BathOffered at: $429,900Michelle Flynn: (770) 883-7792

DAWSONVILLE, GA944 Kilough Church2.3+/- Acres Fenced Acres (Farm)Offered at: $295,900Terry Cooksey: (770) 503-4167

CLEVELAND, GA0 Aviation Boulevard0.19+/- Acres (Airplane Hangar)Offered at: $25,000Mike Garcia: (770) 231-9908

CUMMING, GA00 Nicholson Road6.7+/- AcresOffered at: $125,000Ken Klosinski: (770) 406-0508

MARIETTA, GA834 Sylvan Drive 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Offered at: $114,900Barry Slaton: (678) 859-4040

CLAYTON, GA152 Bywater Trail5 Bedroom / 3 BathOffered at: $875,000Terry Cooksey: (770) 503-4167

BUFORD, GA2190 Buford Dam Road 3 Bedroom / 2 Bath Offered at: $341,000Mike Garcia: (770) 231-9908

CUMMING, GA214 Lake Pointe Drive4 Bedroom / 4 Full Bath / 3 Half BathOffered at: $899,000Ken Klosinski: (770) 406-0508

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HARRY NORMAN REAL ESTATE GUIDEPAGE 11

Your Luxury Real Estate Resource!Kristy Scott(404) 645-6902

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