Cross Creek has Hit a Major Tipping Point

Cross Creek has Hit a Major Tipping Point

By Bill Forrest

Feb 23, 2015

As of this morning there are 20 homes Under Contract and only 10 Active and available for sale.  This is absolutely amazing for the middle of February in any community.  Cross Creek has not seen this kind of activity in 5+ years.  Cross Creek has a great story to tell and the buying public has been listening.  The launch of the renovations with no assessments has been a great selling point. These numbers and the recent trend shows a stable and sustainable SELLER'S MARKET

 For the first time in years there are no 2 bedrooms available under $130,000 and later today there will be no 1 Bedrooms under 95,000. My 2 bedroom flats listed at 154,900 and 155,900 are Under Contract in record time.

Cross Creek represents one of the best values in Buckhead.  I believe that it is still majorly undervalued and we will continue to see double digit appreciation over the coming months. We took a big hit in sales prices starting 8 years ago. Many attribute that to the overall real estate marketplace but I believe it was more so due to the loss of FHA approval.  See my blog post about FHA and what it means.

If you have been thinking about listing your home for sale please give me a call at 404-353-9233 or email Bill@BillForrest.com  and I will be happy to evaluate your home and give you an honest opinion of marketability and value.

For those of you that are grammar hawks I know that there are huge grammatical flaws in my writing style.  I am an excellent REALTOR with a strong proven record.... I do not hold myself out to be a great writer....lol...  All the Best, Bill    

Are You Now Eligible to Pay Less Property Tax?

Do You Need to File for a Homestead Exemption?

Last Year Did You:

Purchase a Primary Residence?
Turn 62?, Turn 65?, Become Disabled?

If So, You Need To File for a Homestead Exemption

A homestead exemption is a reduction in homeowners' property taxes. To qualify, the homeowner must apply for this exemption on or before April 1st. Once granted, this exemption is automatically renewed each year as long as they continually occupy the home under the same ownership. The home must be your legal residence for all purposes including the registration of your vehicles and the filing of your income tax. You cannot file for homestead exemption on rental property, vacant land or on more than one property. In addition to basic homestead exemption there are additional exemptions for residents age 62 and older and/or disabled and disabled veterans. Some special exemption types require in person visit to the tax offices.

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As always, If you have a question or need help, I am just a call, text, or email away....
- Bill   bill@billforrest.com 404-353-9233

Coming Tuesday Amazing 2Br/2Ba Pool View Condo

UPDATE:  THIS ONE WENT UNDER-CONTRACT AT TIME OF LISTING....i WORK WITH A LOT OF AREA BUYERS AGENTS... ONE WAS WAITING FOR A CONCORDE FLOORPLAN AND THIS ONE WAS PERFECT FOR HIS BUYERS...

Coming Tuesday this Huge Newly Renovated Two Bedroom Flat in Cross Creek 'Buckhead's Best Kept Secret' $155,900.00

I am really excited about this one.  It is a Concorde floorplan which is the most desired and this one overlooks the LaRue Pool. The new flooring is a high-end hickory finish 12mm laminate which is not only gorgeous but very durable. As part of the installation process, my install team decided that we needed to beef up the sub-flooring for the best results.  No corners were cut on any aspect of this renewal.  Both bedrooms have brand new Stainmaster carpet as well.

The home also features updated windows and systems for carefree living.  The kitchen has solid surface countertops, solid maple custom cabinets, under cabinet lighting, full appliance package, and matching high-end stackable washer & dryer.

I could go on and on but you just got to see this one for yourself. To set up an appointment to see this gem just give me a call at 404-353-9233 or email at bill@billforrest.com  If you are considering selling give me a call to discuss how you can best maximize your homes value in today's marketplace.

You can also check out: Selling Your Home for More in Six Steps at More.BillForrest.com