Cobb County Search Page!

Tina Fountain Realtors recently launched a new website specifically designed for searching Cobb County homes for sale.

The website is similar to the main home page but with listings exclusively located in Cobb County. You can search by a variety of different options including, but not limited to: price range, area, foreclosures only, number of bedrooms, MLS#, school district, and neighborhood.

Recently, Cobb County has become one of our most popular requested areas by buyers due to the award winning schools and convenience to downtown Atlanta.

If you are interested in other Atlanta area homes, please visit our main page at www.tinafountain.com/

Five Areas To Enhance The Selling of Your Atlanta Home

When a seller decides to put their home on the market they always want to know what they can do to improve traffic in their home and get the highest offer in the shortest amount of time. There are five areas of the home that can not be ignored in order to speed up the process. These include: Flooring, walls, appliances, countertops, and outdoor living spaces.

• Flooring- Floors are in every room of a home which gives them an impact on the impression of your home. Carpeting should be professionally cleaned to perfection and if it still does not look perfect, try re-carpeting all together. Hardwood floors are easier to keep clean, however, can have scratches and show wear. If this sounds like your hardwood floors, have it refinished.


• Walls- Walls can make or break the buying of a home. You want to have neutral colors that can go with a variety of different furniture settings. Each buyer has a different style and if you have a versatile color, it will make it easier on them to picture their furniture in your home. Like everything else, make sure walls are clean. If there are holes, or marks cover them up with paint or putty.


• Appliances and Countertops- The kitchen is one of the main rooms considered when a buyer looks at a prospective future home. The kitchen is where the family eats, cooks, and spends time together. Outdated appliances will quickly detour buyers. Do not feel like you have to have commercial grade appliances if you are going to upgrade. A mid grade appliance will show the buyer that they are new, updated, and in great condition. Countertops are also a very important part of not only the kitchen, but also the house. Granite countertops are in high demand in the buyers market and some will not settle for anything less. If Granite countertops are out of your price range, consider a high quality laminate.


• Outdoor Living Spaces- The exterior area of the home is becoming almost as important as the interior. More and more families are finding ways to enjoy their backyards with "Staycations" to save money. Especially with the gorgeous weather lately, backyards are becoming an important part of the home. Make sure that your outdoor living space, is groomed, clean, and looks inviting. Buyers like to picture having a fun evening in the backyard. If you have overgrown bushes, unkempt decks/patios, and no landscaping, it makes the image difficult to enjoy. Try power washing your deck/patio, pulling weeds, keeping the lawn mowed, and even planting flowers.

With these five areas touched up, you are sure to have buyers flocking to your house to see what you have to offer!

If you are interested in selling your Atlanta home with Tina Fountain Realtors or interested in Atlanta real estate, please visit our website at www.tinafountain.com/

Featured Subdivision - Chastain Park

Tina Fountain Realtors is featuring the community Chastain Park. Chastain Park is located just north of Buckhead and sits on 268 Acres of prime land. Approximately 20 neighborhoods compile the Chastain Park community with home prices ranging from the $400's to well over $1 million. Chastain Park is also the largest park in Atlanta housing the Chastain Park Amphitheater which hosts some of the most popular events in the city. Chastain Park real estate is in high demand due to the desirable location and award winning schools including Heards Ferry.

If you would like more information on Chastain Park real estate or any other Atlanta luxury homes, please visit www.tinafountain.com/

Featured Community - Historic Marietta

Historic Marietta homes for sale have all of the perks that come with living close to the Marietta Square. Only steps away, homeowners can enjoy shopping, dining, and entertainment. Also in close proximity is the Kennestone Hospital, Kennesaw National Battlefield, and a variety of concerts that are held in the center of the square. Among the many business establishments, the Cobb County Courthouse is also located on the Marietta Square. The Historic Marietta real estate includes renovated homes as well as newly constructed homes on historic lots. Currently, there are approximately 40 homes for sale in the Historic Marietta District with prices ranging from mid $100,000's to the high $700,000's. These uniquely constructed homes are also located in the Marietta City School District and zoned to the award winning Marietta High School.

If you would like additional information on Historic Marietta real estate or any other Marietta real estate, please visit our website at www.tinfountain.com/ or call us at 404-842-1555

Cobb County Ranks Highest in Greatest Growth of Combined Home Sales Prices

According to a recent poll conducted by SmartNumbers, the zip code of 30157 in Cobb County was ranked the highest for growth in combined home sales prices. The 2007 median home sale price for Cobb County homes was $187,000 and in 2008 the median home sale priced jumped up to $263,925. That's a 41.4% change in price! Wow! That is some great news for Cobb County sellers and for other metro Atlanta counties who were included in the study. 30024 of Fulton County was also among the top ranking. Their combined home sale price increased 17.86% from 2007 to 2008. Among the other counties included were: Dekalb, Gwinnett, Carrol, Bartow, Forsyth, and Hall. The poll is available on the Atlanta Journal Constitutions website.

Tina Fountain Realtors is an Atlanta real estate company. If we can assist you in selling your home or purchasing a metro Atlanta home for sale, please visit our website at www.tinafountain.com/ or call us at 404-842-1555.

Atlanta Real Estate Update

Earlier this week, we blogged about three new construction houses that we just listed located in the Overlook at Marietta Country Club. Tina Fountain Realtors has already received a contract on 2139 Tayside Crossing!! This is exciting news and Tina Fountain Realtors is seeing more and more of our listings sell faster than ever! The Atlanta real estate market is really booming for us. Many of our listings have only been on the market for a few days and then we will receive a contract. Tina Fountain Realtors works with exclusive clientele relocating with jobs who are looking to buy your metro atlanta house. By listing your metro Atlanta home with one of our agents, you will get the traffic that our relocation clients bring every day...many looking to buy within a month!

If you are interested in Atlanta real estate or wanting to sell your metro Atlanta home, please visit our website at www.tinafountain.com/ or call us at 404-842-1555

Metro Atlanta Short Sales - On the Rise

Metro Atlanta short sales have been on the rise since the falling of the economy. Short sales have the reputation of being avoided, but lately short sales have been closing more frequently. Buyers love short sales because of the low prices and fast closings. Tina Fountain Realtors has had buyers that come specifically looking for short sales. Many of our investors are looking for short sales to buy now at a low price then re-sell at a higher price when the economy gets better. Short sales are just as good as they are bad. Recently, one of our listings (2807 Bob Cox Road) went into short sale and we had multiple offers within the first few hours of the price being dropped. Buyers are on the rise and short sales are in high demand.

Tina Fountain Realtors has an experienced staff and agents that fit specific needs of short sale listings and short sale buyers.

You can also visit our website and search for Atlanta foreclosures.

If you are interested in listing a metro Atlanta short sale or are interested in buying a metro Atlanta real estate, please contact us at 404.842.1555.

Tina Fountain - Featured in Marietta Daily Journal

Tina Fountain was featured in a recent article done by the Marietta Daily Journal. The article was done by Ashley Hungerford regarding the Governor's proposal to end a tax-relief program for Georgia homeowners. Due to Tina Fountain's reputation of being experienced and specialized in the housing market, Marietta Daily Journal turned to her for her expert opinion. On the front cover of the Marietta Daily Journal, Tina was quoted in her defense to the tax payers by saying "Our economy can't support any additional inflation or taking something like this away." Hopefully, Georgia homeowners will get the tax relief they need to help stimulate the economy and boost the real estate market.

If you would like more information on this article or other articles done on Tina Fountain, please visit the Marietta Daily Journal's website. If you would like information regarding listing your home or purchasing a Marietta home for sale, please visit www.tinafountain.com/

Tina Fountain Now on Twitter!

Tina Fountain is now on Twitter! Why use Twitter? We thought that Twitter would be a great way to connect with customers as well as other real estate agents. Twitter is basically a mixture of a social networking site and a miniature blog. Each "tweet" can only be 140 characters in length making the posts only a few lines. We have already found many of our past and current customers that are on the Twitter website. Twitter is becoming more and more popular since it is welcoming of all age groups. In recent news, Twitter was used by David Saranga (Israeli ministry of foreign affairs) to announce that they would be the first government to hold a press conference via Twitter about the war. Many bloggers are predicting that more governments will start to do this. Twitter is a great way to connect with friends, family, celebrities, leaders, and even realtors!

If you have a Twitter, please follow us; we love to keep in touch with our fellow bloggers! Our link is http://twitter.com/tinafountain

Can’t Miss Tips for a Successful Open House

All bets are off. There is an abundance of metro Atlanta homes for sale, and you want to sell yours and you want to sell it now.
A great first step is a successful open house. The beds are made, the house is tidied and the floors are so clean they practically shine – you are ready to go!
So, is there anything else you can do to make your open house the most talked about one in the neighborhood?
You bet!

• Brighten it up. The easiest way to brighten up your home is to open the window blinds and curtains. Natural light immediately adds a feeling of openness and space, and is warm and inviting. Turn on the lights in every room, so that buyers immediately feel welcome the moment they step into the home. A lit room always leaves a better impression on a buyer than a dark one, so turn the lights on before your open house!


• Add immediate ambience with a lit fireplace or candles. A crackling fire is always a hit among potential buyers, as are lit candles on the dining room table, the living room mantel or the entryway table. However, never leave lit candles unattended, so don’t begin lighting them until your real estate agent has arrived.


• Bring in fresh flowers and brighten up any space! Indulge in a few bundles of inexpensive,fresh flowers from your local florist, or head to the backyard and use your own greenery to create an instant bouquet! Consider placing fresh flowers in unexpected places, such as in the bathroom or on a bedside table to freshen up any space in the home.


• Add a fresh scent to the air by boiling a few sprigs of lavender on the stove before the showing, or use air fresheners, scented candles or potpourri to infuse your home with a light smell. Avoid any overpowering scents, however, as this can often turn off potential buyers.


• Remember the art of staging. Lay a hand towel and several, decorative soaps across the sink in the guest bathroom; set the table with your best china in the dining room; and create a cozy scene in the living room with a beautiful throw and an open novel.


• Place a few bottles of water or a light snack on the kitchen countertop for buyers as they tour your home. Your small act of thoughtfulness may make your home a bit more memorable, and may encourage buyers to hang around a bit longer!

Contact Tina Fountain Realtors for more information on metro Atlanta real estate at 404.842.1555