The Treasury Secretary’s Notepad Just Told You Everything About Where Mortgage Rates Are Headed. Last week I discussed how Japan’s decision to reduce its holdings of U.S. Treasuries could have a much greater impact on mortgage rates than anything the Federal Reserve is doing. At the time, it seemed like a story that wasn’t getting […]
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The Fed Just Sent a Clear Message. North Atlanta Buyers and Sellers Need to Pay Attention. The Federal Reserve delivered a message that every buyer, seller, and homeowner in North Atlanta should understand. The Fed held interest rates steady, but the real story wasn’t what they did. It was what they said. For months, many […]
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Why Selling a Home Feels More Emotional Than Ever Today Selling a home has never been just another transaction. It’s personal. It’s where life happened—holidays, routines, milestones, and all the quiet moments in between. For most homeowners, it represents not only one of the biggest financial decisions they’ll ever make, but also one of the […]
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Why More Real Estate Deals Are Falling Apart Right Now — And What It Means for You Over the past several weeks, headlines have been dominated by global tension, rising oil prices, and increased volatility in the financial markets. While these issues may seem distant from your local housing market, they are having a very […]
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Homebuyers keep asking a fair question: “If the Fed is cutting rates, why are 30-year mortgages still hovering around the high-5s and low-6s?” On the surface, it feels backwards. For decades, people were taught to link Federal Reserve rate cuts with cheaper mortgages. But that mental model is outdated—and in today’s market, misleading. Nothing is […]
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Marietta & Sandy Springs, Georgia The holiday season is a time of generosity, and here in Cobb County and North Fulton, there are many excellent organizations making it easy to give back. Below is a local guide to where you can donate toys, clothing, food, and household items in Marietta and Sandy Springs, with direct […]
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The Federal Reserve is sending the market one of the most confusing messages in years.On one hand, policymakers continue to voice concern that inflation—especially in residential real estate—remains stubbornly high. On the other, the Fed is simultaneously preparing to cut interest rates, a move that historically stimulates demand and pushes home prices higher, not lower. […]
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The Atlanta market isn’t crashing—it’s calibrating. Homes priced right at the market are still pulling in showings, offers, and contracts. But homes priced just a little too high? They’re sitting. Buyers today aren’t guessing—they’re researching. They’ve seen every comp online, run the numbers, and know when something doesn’t make sense. If your price doesn’t line […]
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See How Your Payment Changes in East Cobb, Roswell, Alpharetta, Milton, and Sandy Springs Buyers across North Metro Atlanta are asking the same question:“Should I wait for rates to fall before buying?” To answer that, let’s look at what actually happens when you slide the rate—not the price. What Happens When Your Rate Changes by […]
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In August 2025, Atlanta recorded the highest home sale cancellation rate in the nation, with 21% of pending deals falling through before closing. That’s noticeably higher than the national average of 15.1%, signaling a clear shift toward a buyer’s market where negotiations are becoming more balanced. What’s Behind the Trend 1. Buyers Have More Choices […]
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