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House envy Brought to you by: Carolyn Hassel, Harry Norman Realtors When Scott Mall and his then wife noticed that the house at 1965 Drummond Pond Road in Milton was for sale, they jumped on it immediately. At the time—the late nineties—they were living three miles away, but had been eyeing homes in the North Valley neighborhood for years. “There were several homes for sale in the neighborhood, but this one was situated right on the water,” said Scott, a marketing executive who served as the director of communications for the 1996 Summer Olympics. The North Valley subdivision has approximately 60 homes, some of which come with pastures and barns, others with lake access. “The neighborhood has a very rural feel. It’s a great place to raise a family.” Milton, an affluent community in north Fulton County known for its pastoral landscapes, is bordered by Cherokee County to the north and west, Forsyth County to the east, and the cities of Roswell and Alpharetta to the south. Incorporated in 2006, the city of approximately 34,000 residents
is named in honor of Revolutionary War hero John Milton. Built in 1986, this 6,276-squarefoot home features five bedrooms, fiveand-a-half bathrooms, a living room, den, large dining room, and spacious kitchen with a separate breakfast area. The master suite includes a generous walk-in closet, two smaller closets, and a newly renovated bath with marble floors and countertops and top-of-theline plumbing fixtures. An expansive deck and covered porch are located off the main level, offering views of the lake and dock below. A partially finished terrace level features abundant storage
space. There are lots of historic nods throughout the home, including heart of pine floors, heavy molding, bead board, and shiplap walls. Scott has enjoyed living on the 10-acre lake. “It’s great having a water view. It’s beautiful 365 days a year.” He also appreciates the abundant wildlife in the area, which includes deer, ducks, egrets, fish, otters, and turtles. One of his favorite features is the home’s open floor plan. “This is a wonderful house for entertaining, with the large deck and covered porch,” he said. “We’ve held birthday parties, high school graduation parties, and church
activities here. It has a great flow.” Although Scott loves his Nantucketinspired abode, his two daughters are grown, and he plans to retire soon and relocate to a smaller place in the mountains. “I’ve enjoyed every minute of living here and hope that another family will appreciate this house and its beautiful surroundings.” This Milton home is listed for $1,089,000. For more information, contact Carolyn Hassel of Harry Norman Realtors at 770-876-0147; or carolyn. hassel@harrynorman.com. Reprinted with permission from Atlanta Magazine
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Winterizing your home By: Kathy Weeks, Managing Broker, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Alpharetta Since summer is over, now is the time to winterize. In fact, whatever the season, it pays to take steps to make your home as energy efficient as possible. The following tips can help subdue the lion of winter weeks energy costs and make your home safer too: Check for leaks: Replacing worn weather stripping and caulking are probably the least expensive, simplest, most effective ways to combat high electric bills. Improperly sealed homes cost homeowners 10-15% on the dollar. Make sure doors and windows are properly sealed. If windows leak, consider replacing them with new, more energy efficient models. Though costly, new windows pay for themselves in energy savings within months. What’s more, new windows are more attractive than older models, improving your home's value as well. Don’t forget about attic and basement windows! If windows leak and replacement is out of the question, consider installing inexpensive heavy-duty, clear plastic to provide temporary relief from bitter wind and cold. Weather stripping can also be applied around drafty doors. Inexpensive plastic, metal, or wooden draft stoppers can also be screwed
or glued to the bottoms of doors. If these methods fail to prevent air leaks, consider replacing the door. Why pay to heat or cool air only to have it escape? If you can fit it into your budget, hire a contractor to perform a blower door test on your home. This test pinpoints the location and severity of air leaks. Another way that air escapes is through electric wall plugs and switch plates. If air is escaping, purchase simple-to-install pre-cut foam gaskets that fit behind the switch plate. Check your heating and air conditioning systems: Perform regular maintenance inspections on heating and a/c units. Regular service on such devices is akin to oil changes for vehicles. If you don’t service it regularly, don’t be surprised if it breaks. Remember, it’s more cost effective to maintain than it is to repair. Professional service should include cleaning, checking, and lubricating the system, as well as changing dirty, clogged filters. Replace your heater’s air filter monthly. If the filter is clean, the system will have to work less. In winter, reverse the switch on your ceiling fans so they blow upward, toward the ceiling. In the summer, ceiling fans are ideal because they direct air downward, making the room’s temperature up to four degrees cooler. However, in the winter, the blades should move air upward to circulate heat without chilling you with a breeze. Check outside: Trim trees and remove dead branches to prevent weather-related accidents. Clean your gutters and check your chimney. Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage’s Alpharetta office has affiliated sales associates who are experts in Atlanta’s communities and can help you quickly turn your dream into reality. For expert assistance buying or selling a home this fall, contact the Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage office in Alpharetta at 770.642.0399 or visit ColdwellBankerHomes.com.
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Real important questions to ask your real estate agent By: Eve Jones, Harry Norman Realtors If you’re thinking about selling your home in the spring (and honestly, now is the time to start planning), here’s some things to consider and to ask prospective agents. 1. How long have you been selling residential real estate? Is it your full-time job? There are plenty of people out there who hold real estate licenses, but not all of them work at their profession full-time. A full-time agent is more able to give you full-time attention. 2. How many real estate transactions did you close in the last year? This will give you a better sense of their actual sales experience and knowledge of the current market. You do want an agent who has completed a good number of transactions in the last year, so they are well-practiced with the contracts, market evaluations, inspection resolutions and closing deals. 3. What designations or certifications do you hold? Are you a Realtor®? Real estate professionals have to take additional specialized training in order to obtain these designations and help define their skill level. One designation sellers might look for is Certified Relocation Specialist. Are they a Realtor® which is a member of the National Association of Realtors? 4. How many days does it take you to sell a home? How does that compare to others? The agent you interview should present informa-
tion regarding their effectiveness and be able to present market statistics from the MLS. Depending on the price range, if your agent is averaging 90+ days that may present a red flag. 5. What’s the average variation between your initial listing and final sales price? This is called sales price to list price ratio (SP/ LP ratio). This will give you an idea of how adept an agent is at both pricing and negotiating. Any average ratio above 95% is positive. 6. What specific marketing strategies will you use to sell my home? The agent should provide you a step-by-step plan for how they will market your home (and will they use a professional photographer?). The first three weeks on the market are critical, so find out what’s the plan for that period and going forward. 7. Will you represent me exclusively, or might you also choose to represent the buyer? Yes, it is legal for one agent to represent both parties in a transaction, but is that what you want? Will that kind of business relationship provide you with representation that puts your best interests first? Probably not. This is a critical question to ask of your agent. 8. Can you recommend service providers who can help me obtain a mortgage, make home repairs, and so on? Your agent should have many contacts to provide to you including; inspectors, contractors, cleaners, and mortgage contacts, etc. It would be best to also ask what their relationship is with these service pro-
viders, so you are aware of any conflicts of interest. 9. How will you keep me informed about the progress of my transaction? Hopefully, the agent first asks you how you like to stay in-touch. A real estate agent who pays attention to the way you prefer to communicate and responds accordingly will make for the smoothest transaction. 10. Could you please give me the contact information of recent clients? Ask their former clients if they would use the agent again in the future. As always, I am here to help and answer even more questions. Just call me at 770.365.1406.
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Easy updates for a faster sale Brought to you by: Shanaz Kanga, Harry Norman Realtors It's been a few months and your gorgeous home is still sitting on the market. You're hoping for a buyer to fall in love with your house just as you did years ago, but the wait seems endless! Your home Kanga is beautiful, it holds many happy memories, and you're sure some buyer will want it. Why haven't you received an offer on your home as yet? The first few weeks on the market are critical to attract buyer interest. A tight inventory and strong demand for homes means it's a seller's market, but there are many homes that are not selling even if they have appraised well. There are many reasons; the primary ones are location, price, and layout of the house. The location cannot be changed, modifications to the layout are achievable but come at a cost,
which leaves the price of the house. But what if your house is priced correctly and still not selling? These homes are already competing with new construction, so what can you do as a seller to make your house more desirable? Buyers today are cash-strapped and do not want to take the time and energy to remodel a house. They are not looking for large spaces, but would rather have a well-appointed home with bells and whistles. If your house is not move-in ready, you have already narrowed your buyer pool. By making some small and easy updates to your house, you can change the look and feel of the space and make it more appealing to buyers. The changes below will likely provide a good return on your investment: 1. Clear out the clutter - Remove extra furniture and furnishings from living spaces, take down paintings and photographs from walls leaving only one or two as accents, wipe down and organize bookshelves or display areas. 2. Remove heavy drapery or valences. Fussy, floral draperies with a lot of valences and lace are not trendy
anymore - clean lines are more popular. It is better to remove the old drapery and leave the windows bare if you cannot replace them with simple curtains or fresh designs. 3. Repair deferred maintenance, especially if it’s visible from the street. You want to convey the impression that your home has been well maintained. If you can’t afford to repair and paint something it is better to remove it. Caulk and paint window trims. 4. Paint your rooms a neutral color. Even a clean wall will look bright and fresh when re-painted. Lighter colors on walls are popular, which is good because it's harder to find a dark color that will appeal to many people. Semigloss is a safe option to select for interior paint as walls can be wiped down if they get dirty. Don't forget to paint or re-finish the front door of the house. 5. Curb Appeal increases your home's value. The front lawn should be mowed, bushes and shrubs neatly trimmed and planting beds mulched and kept free off weeds. Adding colorful flowers to the front of the house, especially near the front door, is appealing
and draws the eye towards your house. 6. If you have roof damage get it fixed, or get an old roof replaced with a new one. 7. Other upgrades that can help upgraded lighting fixtures and hardware such as cabinet pulls, doorknobs, balusters, and replacing a very old HVAC system with a new one. When you are ready to sell, consider getting an appraisal of the house. This helps to price the house correctly. Listing it at the right price from the beginning is key to selling your house quickly. Hire a professional photographer to take pictures of the house with the correct lighting. The best way to start marketing your house is online where it will be viewed immediately. If it doesn't stand out, a buyer that could've been yours will be onto viewing the next house. You just lost an opportunity. If you have any questions about selling your home including how to prepare, price and stage your home, contact me for a free consultation at 770-594-4950 or email Shanaz.Kanga@ harrynorman.com
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Easy curb appeal One of the easiest but often overlooked enhancement to a house to improve the curb appeal is to add or update your exterior shutters. Historically exterior shutters served a purpose by offering light control, ventilation and protection from the elements. Today exterior shutters are mostly decorative. “Exterior shutters add the finishing touch to a house”, says Hennie DuPreez, CEO of Dupbel Millworks Inc. “But it is important that they are appropriately sized and look like they are supposed to be there.” Whether you’re adding or replacing shutters to add curb appeal or as part of a remodel, consider these tips from Dupbel Millworks Inc., one of the leading shutter manufacturers in North Georgia. Style: Make sure the style adds visual interest to the house, whether you choose traditional Raised panels, a Board and Batten style, Louvers or one of the more modern styles. Depending on the style you can make your house look more traditional, contemporary or modern. A reputable shutter provider will be able to help you choose the look you are trying to achieve. Size: One of the biggest mistakes people make with shutters is the size. It is important that the shutters are sized correctly for your windows, while taking into account the features of the house, obstacles that could be present, and the look you are trying to achieve. Your shutters are going to be mostly decorative, but make sure they are sized as if they would be functional and as if they belong there. Hardware: Traditionally shutters were attached to the window frames with hinges. Today hardware plays an important role in the appearance of your shutters. Various options are available depending on the style of the shutters and the type of windows. Adding hardware adds to the curb appeal and the authentic look. It also put the shutter at a slight angle, adding visual interest and creating better shadow lines that brings out the design features of the shutter style.
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XII ON CANTON is Downtown Alpharetta’s only premier Gated community with limited opportunities to live, work, play in coveted Downtown. XII on Canton is a boutique, luxury community of Twelve Single Famsalter ily custom built homes offering the best of both worlds; Privacy in your own gated community and living within 1/2 mile from all that downtown has to offer. Convenient to restaurants, shopping, farmers market, food trucks, city sponsored events, the new Alpharetta City Center, forehand and more! Homes in XII on Canton are designed by renowned architect, Stephen Fuller, in close collaboration with the community
Developer bringing the vision of downtown luxury living to life. Each custom home will feature 4000 (+) sq ft, with magnificent architectural features, including covered porches, porte-cochère's, optional pools, outdoor living areas, complimented by stunning landscape designs and community sidewalks. From the Alpharetta Arts Center, head north on Canton Street, Community is located on the left, inside the Garden District. Only 8 remaining opportunities to "Be one of the Twelve". Spec Homes under construction now on Lots 2 and 10, avail-
Tricks to upgrade your f Brought to you by: BILL RAWLINGS Vice President/Managing Broker, North Atlanta Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty One of the most important rooms in your home is the family room. It serves as the center point of congregation. Yes, the kitchen and dining room are all important rooms as well, but the family room is where daily experiences happen. This is where rawlings people gather, entertain and share moments together. That being said, it should be one of your favorite rooms in your home filled with happiness and memories. Here are a few upgrades that are guaranteed to help make your family room come to life. Layered Lighting: Lighting can completely change the mood of a room with the flick of a switch. By layering lighting with a variety of sconces, table lamps and overhead chandeliers this is guaranteed to help create a visually interesting environment. Additionally, dimmed lighting is always a key feature for entertaining, whether you are hosting a movie night, holiday party or dinner gathering, the tone of the lighting
will instantly set the mood. Curtains: Window treatments are an immediate change to any room and afford many benefits other than just appearance. Curtains are ideal in the winter to keep your home insulated as well as cool during the summer by blocking unwanted sunlight. The key rule, however, is to make sure that your curtains are never too short. In order to create this luxe look, it is important to make sure your curtains hit from the highest point on the wall, flowing to the base of the floor. This look can be easily created by measuring the space before shopping for curtains. The best fabrics for creating this free flowing environment is to look for light sheer fabrics. Oversized Artwork: Art is the perfect addition to any room, acting an accessory or statement piece and enhancing the personality of a space. Oversized art that fills the walls not only helps to fill blank spaces but tells a story about the room. The colors in a painting or photograph will add energy of the room and color that can carry on through textile and fabrics throughout the space. Molding: Paneling and molding in a room can add a unique architectural environment. By simply replacing your current baseboards for thicker crown molding or adding molding to your walls, this creates
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5 tips to redesign with Virtual reality is changing the way ho kids' safety in mind By: Karen Pate, SVP, Broker Smart homeowners take a strategic approach to home improvement projects such as redoing a playroom, living room or bedroom to keep kids' safety in mind during the redesign process. By being proactive pate today, you can ensure your entire family can safely enjoy the results of your home improvement project. Here are the top five things to keep in mind to create a stunning yet safe space for your family: Window coverings Corded window coverings are a Top 5 Hidden Hazard in American homes, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Dangling or accessible cords on window coverings can pose an accidental strangulation hazard to infants and young children. The Window Covering Safety Council recommends only cordless window coverings or window coverings with inaccessible cords be used in homes with small kids. Consumers can easily identify products best suited for homes with young children by looking for the Best for Kids certification label on the packaging of a large variety of products. Window covering products that qualify for "Best for Kids" either have no cords or inaccessible cords. In order to be eligible for this certification, manufacturers must submit their products for thirdparty testing to determine if they meet the Best for Kids program criteria. (See windowcoverings.org for additional information.) Electrical Electrical updates should always be made with curious kids in mind. It's easy to update outlet covers to sliding plug options. With these you never have to worry about replacing the outlet plug again because it closes automatically when not in use. Larger electrical enhancements can help as well. Streamline the aesthetic of your space while eliminating cords by updating wall lighting. For example, a few sconces might replace reading lights, plus they're high enough to keep out of reach of young kids. Another example: a new dimmable ceiling fan provides safe air circulation with customizable light output. Smart home upgrades Technology is a home improve-
ment game-changer that can make spaces more livable and safe. Smart window and door locks can be installed throughout the home. Kids can now securely enter without a key and parents are sent an alert at that time. You can also set alerts for windows left open so you know to close them to reduce fall risks. Another smart home improvement to consider: motion-activated sensors. These sensors can be placed anywhere you don't want children to be. For example, when your child opens the front door before you wake or he tries to get into the medicine cabinet, you're sent an alert to your phone that makes you immediately aware of the activity. Furniture and décor That vintage armor will look perfect in your just-redone space ... until your kids start to pull out the drawers and roughhouse around it. Tip-overs are another Top 5 Hidden Hazard by the CPSC, which notes in the U.S. a child is sent to the emergency room every 30 minutes as a result of falling furniture. Furniture, TVs and appliances can tip over and crush children, so take an extra step to keep kids safe. Always stabilize furniture, decor and any other items that could fall over. Safety anchors and brackets are widely available online and at retail home improvement stores. They are quick and easy to install and may save a life. (See www. anchorit.gov for additional information.) Interior paint Painting a room is one of the most affordable yet dramatic ways to refresh a space. However, not all paint is created equal. To maintain high indoor air quality and a safe area for curious kids, be a selective shopper with interior paint. Before you select your hue, research paints that are appropriate for children. Look for zero-VOC (volatile organic compound) labels and environmentally friendly options. When in doubt, ask at the paint counter which paints are best for sensitive family members. You'll love your updated home even more when you can trust it is safe for you and your children. With these simple tips you can create a space that is secure, stylish and safe for all. October was National Window Covering Safety Month If you are in the need of real estate services, you can contact one of our experienced agents at Harry Norman, REALTORS®, Forsyth-Lake Lanier 1664 Market Place Blvd, Cumming, GA 30041. 770-497-2000
North Atlanta homeowners are now seeing their remodeling imaginations become reality. Remodeling Expo Center has quickly become North Atlanta’s highest grossing remodeling company, in part, due to its practical application of technology. The same devices that have revolutionized the entertainment industry are now being used to provide realistic 3D models of in-home renovations. Equipped with a virtual reality headset, homeowners can preview their newly remodeled home without using a single hammer or nail. Virtual reality has been widely praised as the next big technological revolution, revamping the way that users interact with the digital world. Much of the hype surrounding virtual reality (VR) has been focused on gaming, but more and more businesses are finding clever ways to adapt to this technology to their own industries, like medical students using VR systems for surgical training. In the unlikely world of architecture, virtual reality has found its way into a special niche. VR technology is the perfect tool for modeling 3D structures and buildings during the design phase of a remodel. For the first time, homeowners can preview different floorplans, different color schemes, or different interior designs without ever having to break ground on a project. From the comfort of a VR headset, home remodelers and their clients can make advanced design decisions at a fraction of the cost. One Atlanta business is single handedly expanding the industry. As a pioneer in the home remodeling market, Remodeling Expo Center has already used this technology in more than 100 projects. According to John Hogan, President of Remodeling Expo Center, “Virtual reality
is the best visual tool for homeowners to preview their design. Just a decade ago, this work was largely left to the imagination. Now we can generate a photo-realistic rendering right before their eyes. This way, homeowners can see exactly what the finished product will look like weeks in advance.” Advanced technology is just part of the re-engineered remodeling experience. Along with the use of virtual reality
Tips for holiday home sta Brought to you by: Barbara Brown and Joan Leyton, Harry Norman Realtors The holiday season from November through January is often considered a difficult time to put a home on the market; however, the season does have its advantages. Holiday buyers tend to be more serious and competition is less fierce with fewer homes being actively marketed. Here are 10 tips for staging your home for a successful selling during the Holiday Season. 1. Create some front door appeal. A simple, live wreath on the front door is classy
2. Curb appeal is also important. Add a colorful mat (preferably a non-holiday one) outside the door. 3. Keep outside holiday decoration a to minimum. Yard decorations, outdoor house lights, and holiday collections are distracting and should be kept to a minimum. 4. Minimal decorations inside, too. Home staging is always about less versus more. 5. No stockings hung with care. The mantle should be free and clear and uncluttered 6. Replace, don't accumulate. Wherever you add holiday decorations, the other decorations should be removed. Remove what you have then add new.
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