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HARRY NORMAN REAL ESTATE GUIDEPAGE 2

CONSUMER CONFIDENCE IS RISING! Article by: Tom Stocks

2013 was one of the most active years we’ve had in Real Estate in quite some time. This “hot” market actually started at the tail end of 2012 and hasn’t shown any signs of slowing down. The two main attributing factors for

this resurgence in the market are the lack of Inventory (fewer homes on the market) and the continued record setting low interest rates. During the market “crash” of the previous years, we sorted through the huge supply of foreclosures and short sales while new home construction basically came to a halt. Now that most of the short sales and foreclosures have been sold, along with virtually no additional homes being constructed during that period, we found ourselves with a void in inventory towards the end of 2012. We are basically back to “Supply and Demand”. Now is the best time to sell a home in quite some time. Any home priced well in this climate will sell quickly with many sellers getting close to full price and/or finding themselves in multiple offer scenarios. At the same time, it’s still a great time to BUY a home due to the favorable interest rates. It makes for an interesting time in Real Estate because the existing market is actually beneficial for everyone.

Consumer confidence is rising and new home construction is on a frantic pace as they simply try to build them fast enough for the demand. Look for 2014 to be another wonderful year for the Atlanta Housing Market....for both Buyers AND Sellers.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Tom Stocks is a Realtor at Harry Norman, Realtors. He is a 46 year old GA native and has been in the Real Estate profession for 16+ years. Tom has been recognized with numerous achievements such as the Phoenix Award and Life Time Member in the Million Dollar Club. He was a former school teacher and has coached football, baseball, soccer and basketball for the past 8 years in the community as well.He believes his motivation, professionalism and vast experience in the business distinguish him from his competitors.

Tom can be reached via cell at (678)-283-9570 or email at: [email protected].

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BALL GROUND, GA351 Hillcreek Drive 4 Bedroom / 3.5 Bath | Offered at: $575,900Property Information:Home offers 3 bedrooms with possible 4th being used as office. Very open floor plan.

Matt Thaxton: (770) 366-9506FMLS#: 5231611

CLAYTON, GA152 Bywater Trail 5 Bedroom / 3.5 Bath | Offered at: $875,000Property Information:No detail overlooked, escape the city life to your very own +/- 9 acre mountain retreat.

Terry Cooksey: (770) 503-4167FMLS#: 5213566

CLOUDLAND, GA250 Twin Lakes Road4 Bedroom / 3.5 Bath | Offered at: $425,000Property Information:Prices below appraisal in a gated & private community sitting atop Lookout Mountain.

Mike Garcia: (770) 231-9908FMLS#: 5148038

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WHITE, GA2475 White Road5 Bedroom / 4 Bath | Offered at: $429,900Property Information:Well appointed custom home on five private acres.

Michelle Flynn: (770) 883-7792FMLS#: 5219709

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

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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.

Sarah Seymore: (706) 531-8946FMLS#: 5226843

LAWRENCEVILLE, GA1411 Edgeley Way 3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $185,000Property Information:Gorgeous updated home with fenced backyard and oversized free back deck.

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

ATLANTA, GA343 8th Street Northeast #B22 Bedroom / 1 Bath | Offered at: $159,900Property Information:Renovated condo in the heart of Midtown. Kitchen with updated appliances.

The Wesley Team: (404) 451-3692FMLS#: 5250892

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

CUMMING, GA6020 Ironwood Way5 Bedroom / 5 Bath | Offered at: $436,500Property Information:In Lake Forest Amenities Community on a cul-de-sac lot with upgrades galore.

Pete Clay: (678) 492-3559FMLS#: 5248619

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CUMMING, GA5420 Glenhaven Drive6 Bedroom / 4 Bath | Offered at: $295,000Property Information:Gorgeous lake & mountain views from back deck, rear patio and master.

Tom Stocks: (678) 283-9570FMLS#: 5238227

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The Wills Park Equestrian Center in Alpharetta was filled with humans, hunters, jumpers, trucks and trailers last July for Harry Norman, RELATORS® sponsored Ticket to Ride Benefit Horse Show.

The 12th Annual Ticket to Ride Benefit Horse Show is Georgia Hunter Jumper Association and Southern Hunter Jumper of Georgia rated, meaning that they ride strictly in English tack.

Some of the 200 classes in the show were for speed, similar to the Olympics, but in most classes exhibitors were judged for their technique.

Started by Black Horse Productions in 2002 to support Texas-based Sunshine Kids, 2013’s selected beneficiaries are here in Georgia. The recipients of the estimated $15,000 raised are No One Alone (NOA’s) Arc servicing Dawson and Lumpkin Counties, Gateway Domestic Violence Center in Hall County, and Forsyth County’s Family Haven.

Robert Aiken, Senior Vice President and Managing Broker for the Forsyth/Lake Lanier Office of Harry Norman, REALTORS® has been involved in this equestrian fundraiser since its inception.

“The charity effect we bring changes the whole atmosphere. It’s a family event; young kids, old kids, adults and professionals. They understand that their entry fees as exhibitors are going to help a good cause, a cause that we think needs more focus, that is, the homes that are provided for battered women.”

At the conclusion of the event that took place on July 19, 20 and 21, 2013, Harry Norman, REALTORS® and Ticket to Ride raised over $15,000 that was donated to the battered women homes in need. The show also registered over 170 horses, which is the largest turn-out since the start of the event in 2002.

“Our role here is to support the show so that we can increase the income to benefit the homes for battered women. We feel that giving back to the community is something Realtors should do,” stated Senior Vice President and Managing Broker, Robert Aiken.

The event will be held in 2014 on July 18, 19 and 20 at Wills Park Equestrian Center in Alpharetta, GA. With more time to market the event, this year’s show is predicted to be the biggest and best show yet. So, shine up your boots and head down to Wills Park Equestrian Center in Alpharetta, GA on July 18, 19 and 20 for the 13th Annual Benefit Ticket to Ride Horse Show!

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A TICKET TO RIDE

ARTICLE WRITTEN BY: ASHLEY PANTER


DAWSONVILLE, GA34 Aplomado Drive3 Bedroom / 2 Bath | Offered at: $166,900Property Information: Open floor with formal dining and an open family room, kitchen, and breakfast room.


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, GA1519 Enota Avenue4 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $350,000Property Information:High ceilings throughout. Hardwood floors on main. Cherry cabinets. Granite countertops.

Mike Garcia: (770) 231-9908FMLS#: 5253506

CUMMING, GA5185 Fieldgate Ridge Dr.4 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | Offered at: $224,900Property Information:Home offers a very large and open floor plan and an amazing outdoor living area.


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, GA6005 Lakeaires Drive5 Bedroom / 4 Bath | Offered at: $433,000Property Information:Chef’s kitchen, fireside keeping room, fine details and upgrades throughout.

Pete Clay: (678) 492-3559FMLS#: COMING SOON!

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GAINESVILLE, GA5639 Azelia Drive 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath | Offered at: $263,500Property Information:Great cottage on Lake Lanier. Deck overlooking the cove. 20+/-ft under dock.

Mike Garcia: (770) 231-9908FMLS#: 5198233

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, GA1081 Chestatee Point2 Bedroom / 2 Bath | Offered at: $350,000Property Information:Covered boat dock with party deck and hydro-hoist boat lift and screened in cabana.

Mike Garcia: (770) 231-9908FMLS#: 5209314

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 featured hand-hewn wooden beams inside!


Kerry Neel, REALTOR®

Lake Lanier Real Estate EXPERT!(404) 353-9121

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DAWSONVILLE, GA47 Oak Grove Lane5 Bedroom / 5 Bath | Offered at: $829,000Property Information:This custom lake dream home has four levels and every luxury imaginable!

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


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: $650,000Property Information:Drastically reduced! Exceptional home lo-cated near golf, stables, and more!

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

CANTON, GA975 Old Lathemtown Road5 Bedroom / 6.5 Bath | Offered at: $1,350,000Property 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.


JASPER, GA2129 Grandview Road2 Bedroom / 2 Bath | Offered at: $899,900Property Information: Secluded horse farm with 47+/- total acres and 25+/- acres in pasture.


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


ATHENS, GA7804 Jefferson River Road5 Bedroom / 3 Bath | Offered at: $2,650,000Property Information:State of the art equestrian facility with lovely contemporary cedar home and guest house.


WINDER, GA213 Bowman Mill Road3 Bedroom / 3 Bath | Offered at: $239,700Property Information:5.9+/- acre gated horse farm with full unfin-ished basement and renovated kitchen.

Pete Clay: (678) 992-3559FMLS#: 5175929

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CUMMING, GA4620 Hurt Bridge Road4 Bedroom / 3.5 Bath | Offered at: $574,900Property Information:Immaculate home situated on 5+/- gently rolling acres in Northwest Forsyth County.

Ken Klosinski: (770) 406-0508FMLS#: 5207493

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FARM & LAND LISTINGS

RESIDENTIAL LISTINGS

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

JASPER, GA45 Ayers Rock Road3.5+/- AcresOffered at: $29,900Matt Thaxton: (770) 366-9506

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

CUMMING , GA1295 Smithdale Heights5 Bedroom / 3.5 BathOffered at: $289,000Mike Garcia: (770) 231-9908

CUMMING, GA3738 Humber Court3 Bedroom / 2.5 BathOffered at: $169,900Matt Thaxton: (770) 366-9506

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

BALL GROUND, GA1545 Darby Ford Road3 Bedroom / 2 BathOffered at: $224,500Marie Sir: (404) 520-5263

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

DAWSONVILLE, GA 0 Dawson Forest Road11.10+/- AcresOffered at: $239,900Barry Slaton: (678) 859-4040

CUMMING, GA14121 Cumming Highway12.0+/- AcresOffered at: $1,462,800Mike Garcia: (770) 231-9908

DAWSONVILLE, GA352 Farifax Court3 Bedroom / 2 Bath Offered at: $162,900Matt Thaxton: (770) 366-9506

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

SUWANEE, GA1747 Chattakay Lane7 Bedroom / 4 Bath Offered at: $320,000Michelle Flynn: (770) 883-7792

DAWSONVILLE, GA944 Kilough Church Road 3 Bedroom / 3.5 Bath Offered at: $295,900Terry Cooksey: (770) 503-4167

DAWSONVILLE, GA152 Cold Stream Trail5.15+/- AcresOffered at: $97,900Barry Slaton: (678) 859-4040

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

CLAYTON, GALot 12 Pinnacle Ridge1.0+/- AcresOffered at: $39,500Terry Cooksey: (770) 503-4167

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

CANTON, GA111 Greenbrier Way4 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath Offered at: $269,900Kerry Neel: (404) 353-9121

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

ATLANTA, GA1120 Rosedale Drive NE #8201 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath Offered at: $189,900Pete Clay: (678) 492-3559

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