Real Estate . . . Real Life in the Northeast Georgia Mountains
The Chattahoochee River borders much of western Habersham County and provides a key point of interest to outdoor enthusiasts, tourists and homeowners who live near and benefit from the natural beauty of the area. Canoeing, kayaking and rafting are common outdoor activities on this portion of the Chattahoochee with several put-in/take-out areas now owned by… Read More
Local Realtors welcomed the early fall chill in September, hoping that seasonal visitors would warm to the idea of buying a mountain home. In spite of home prices descending to levels not seen since the late 1990s, most buyers still seem unconvinced that home prices have hit the bottom. It’s uncertain how long the window… Read More
Many seniors today face retirement with less savings and lower home equity value than they expected. Their dreams of selling their home and moving to a more suitable climate or lifestyle may now seem difficult to obtain if not impossible given decreasing home values and challenging economic conditions. For seniors short of funds for an… Read More
October brings out the colors in the northeast Georgia mountains, and with them the many visitors who like to enjoy the local festivals and outdoor events taking place in the fall. For those who prefer a little more exercise and a chance to win a hand creation from Mark of the Potter, plan to participate… Read More
For those Soque River lovers who want to get a good dose of pulled pork and smoked chicken, and meet UGA legend Vince Dooley, plan to attend The Soque Roast scheduled for Friday, September 30 at 6:00 PM near the Batesville community. The Soque Roast is a primary fundraiser for the Soque River Watershed Association… Read More
Home sales for August in northeast Georgia bolted out of the gate and never looked back. Total home sales reached 92 closings, a 26% increase from July, and the best numbers we’ve seen in two years. Except for some weakness in the numbers for August in White County, the other three counties of Habersham, Stephens,… Read More
For those who want Lake Burton community amenities without the lakefront home carrying costs and lease fees, the home located at 56 Ringgold Lane off Laurel Lodge Road in Clarkesville Georgia could be the perfect fit for the discriminating home buyer looking to buy in the northeast Georgia mountains. 56 Ringgold Lane is a 4… Read More
Like the mythological phoenix rising from the ashes, Hawg Wild BBQ is back as a major player in the Clarkesville Georgia restaurant scene after a devastating fire to their building last fall. Hawg Wild BBQ just completed the rebuild of their restaurant and is once again open for business, bigger and better than ever. I… Read More
