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Sept. 14, 2026

A Buyer’s Guide to Golf Course Communities in North Atlanta

golf course and country club communities in north Atlanta

 

By Karen Faber, REALTOR® — Faber + DoVale Team, Harry Norman, REALTORS®

North Atlanta has a strong concentration of golf course communities — from White Columns and Country Club of the South in Milton and Alpharetta to St. Marlo Country Club in Duluth and Brookfield Country …

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July 27, 2026

2026 Mid-Year National Housing Economic Report

2026 Mid-year National housing economic outlook

 

What the 2026 Mid-Year Housing Data Actually Tells Us

The housing market rarely moves in a straight line, and 2026 has been no exception.

According to HomeServices of America's newly released National Housing Outlook mid-year report (read the full report here), the year opened …

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July 23, 2026

What's an Assumable Mortgage?

What's an assumable mortgage?

 

An assumable mortgage is a type of home loan that allows a buyer to take over — or "assume" — the seller's existing mortgage, including its remaining balance, interest rate, repayment term, and other loan conditions, rather than obtaining a new mortgage at current market rates.

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July 1, 2026

"Buy Before You Sell" Financing Options

Buy before you sell

 

By Karen S. Faber, REALTOR® — Faber + DoVale Team, Harry Norman, REALTORS®

Financing Options for Buying a Home Before Selling Your Current Home

One of the most common concerns homeowners face when planning a move is how to buy their next home before selling …

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June 28, 2026

What is an Appraisal?

what is an appraisal?

 

An appraisal in residential real estate is a professional, unbiased estimate of a property's fair market value conducted by a licensed or certified appraiser who is trained and credentialed to evaluate real property.

The appraiser performs an in-person inspection of the home, assessing its size, …

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June 22, 2026

What Is a CMA (Comparative Market Analysis)?

CMA - Comparative Market Analysis

 

By Karen S. Faber, REALTOR® — Faber + DoVale Team, Harry Norman, REALTORS®

A Comparative Market Analysis, universally known in the real estate industry as a CMA, is a detailed, data-driven evaluation of a property's current market value prepared by a licensed real estate …

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June 9, 2026

Why North Atlanta Continues to Attract Homebuyers

Northa Atlanta Real estate Roswell Woodstock Alpharetta Sandy Springs

North Atlanta Continues to Attract Homebuyers

By Karen S. Faber, REALTOR® — Faber + DoVale Team, Harry Norman, REALTORS®

North Atlanta continues to draw homebuyers due to its strong combination of lifestyle and opportunity.

Among the most popular cities in North Atlanta are Roswell, Alpharetta, Sandy …

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June 3, 2026

Investing in Residential Real Estate in North Atlanta

Real estate investing in woodstock and roswell

Investing in Residential Real Estate in North Atlanta

North Atlanta is an attractive market for real estate investors. Two cities in particular—Woodstock and Roswell—stand out for their strong growth, diverse housing options, and vibrant communities.

Whether you’re an experienced investor or exploring your first …

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May 18, 2026

Q&A - Real Estate Questions and Answers

Real estate questions and answers

Real Estate Questions and Answers - Common FAQs

Below are a list of some common real estate-related questions we get from customers and clients. Where possible, we have provided a brief explanation and summary; however, some topics and questions require an in-depth discussion for a broader understanding. In …

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May 12, 2026

Should You Wait for Interest Rates to Come Down Before Buying a Home? Probably Not!

Waiting for interest rates to come down before buying a home? Don't - here's the argument

 

This is one of the most common objections REALTORs encounter, and the good news is there are several compelling, data-driven arguments that can help a buyer understand why waiting for rates to drop may not be the sound financial strategy they think it is. Here is a …

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