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Raise your hand if you know what I mean when I say “May Madness is here?” This month is always a crazy one if you have school aged kids. There are end-of-the-year parties, graduations, moving kids home from college, teacher gifts to buy, kids camps to book, and the list goes on before we can officially start singing the classic Alice Cooper song "School's Out for Summer". Speaking of school, please note my teacher appreciation promotion this month, more details are below. One thing I love doing in May is helping families buy, sell, and get settled before the new school year begins. With the movement I am seeing in the market I can make this happen for you if you're ready for a change. This month we are highlighting a fun Lake Lanier activity, spreading the word that the downtown Gainesville First Friday concert series begins TODAY, and sharing two new sweet treat shops for you to explore!
Happy Cinco de Mayo! - Dani
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As is typical in spring, the May market is heating up a bit. Hall & Dawson are up from last month in sold properties, while Forsyth took a slight dip. One thing that is consistent across all markets, listing inventory is down. I feel like a broken record at times continually saying “…inventory is low,” but it is. Until we have more inventory to sell, the prices are not going to bottom out. A slight dip, maybe, but I do not see any major change in home values happening any time soon.
Why aren't more people listing their homes? One reason is the interest rates. If you purchased your home at a 2-3% rate, it's hard to consider selling, paying more for your new home, AND taking on a higher rate. An interesting thing I'm starting to see advertised is the assumable loan. If you are considering selling, check your loan terms to see if your mortgage is assumable. You may be able to ask even more for your home if it is! More on the assumable loans in next month's newsletter from a lender’s point of view.
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Is There Really a New, Unfair Mortgage Tax on Those With High Credit?
Seemingly overnight, the internet is awash with news regarding a "new," unfair tax on mortgage borrowers with higher credit scores…
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First Friday Concerts are back on and I can’t to see you all there. Five great bands will help us rock into the night for the next several months. For Cinco de Mayo, they will have a Salsa band!
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Kilwins
While you’re visiting the Downtown Square, stop by Kilwins for a delightful array of sweet treats made in-house!
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Crumbl Cookies
Two new locations to enjoy these luxurious morsels. One in Gainesville by the Home Depot and another opening soon in Flowery Branch!
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Calling all teachers!
Thank you for a wonderful school year. As a way to show my appreciation, I'd like to offer all educators who sign a listing agreement to sell your home, or a buyer brokerage agreement to allow me to represent you in your home purchase, a free 2-10 home buyers warranty. Wait, this is good for sellers too? It absolutely is, and a way to set your home apart when listing. Let’s talk soon to see how I can help you.
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This month I want to share a fun Lake Lanier vendor with you, Gnarly Marsh. I met one of the creators/owners at Waterfest, Chuck Alsdurf. Chuck and his partner, Brant Cook, dreamed of this idea in college. Paddle boards and kayaks are cumbersome to move and store and can be quite costly. Thus, the awesome idea of a self-serve paddle board and kayak station was born!
The guys built the Gainesville/Lake Lanier shack as the very first for Gnarly. We can’t wait to see what other waterways they expand to, bringing easy and affordable access to paddling for all.
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Gnarly Marsh Station
Longwood Park on Lake Lanier
20 Pearl Nix Parkway NW
Gainesville, GA 30501
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The builders are offering a $10,000 incentive to any buyer of the remaining Forrest Vue units until the END OF MAY!
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Forrest Vue is a luxury townhome-style neighborhood in Downtown Gainesville and is set to finish construction soon! It is located just off the Downtown Square, near the intersection of Bradford Street and Forrest Ave. Each unit has three bedrooms with detached garages and starts at $499K.
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Clarendon Commons
We closed 2 townhome units in April and that last phase is out of the ground
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New Duplex features 1690sf & tandem garage - $439,900
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Two walkable blocks from Downtown Gainesville Square
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Incredible investment with long-term rentals allowed
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Intimate community of only 20 units - 8 cottages & 12 townhomes
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Charleston vibe - trendy, comfortable, and original
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Ten townhomes remain, prices range $439,900K - $529,000
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Let’s Get Social!
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