Atlanta Real Estate Video Blog with Melida Potts of Potts Realty

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We have been in a buyer's market for years now, but I think this is beginning to change. This week I will show you why my suspicions are correct.

Investors are buying: This is a big change from 3-5 years ago when investors weren't even thinking about buying.

Would-be Sellers are holding off: Either they are stuck in long-term leases or they are scared because it is still a buyer's market here in North Atlanta.

Interest is still historically low: Low interest, high demand, and low inventory are all pointing towards a seller's market in North Atlanta.

I could not have said this years ago, but times have certainly changed.

If you're looking to buy or sell in the Atlanta area, please contact me because these market conditions aren't happening everywhere in Atlanta.

Today I will be discussing three types of renovations you can make to your property that will actually increase the value of your home.

Cosmetics: This is the best way to increase the value to your home. This includes carpeting, painting, and landscaping. On average, investments made into these aspects see double the return.
Kitchen: This area of the home has an intangible value to it. A kitchen is where the family often finds itself together, and installing updated hardware like granite counter-tops and stainless steel appliances can really boost value to such a priceless area.
Bathrooms: Much like the kitchen, buyers like to see a clean and updated bathroom. Whatever you invest into updating these areas of your home you will likely see most of your investment return, but not always the full value. Either way, bathrooms are an important aspect to any home, and should be updated if you wish to add value.

Beware of costly renovations to homes such as updated HVAC installments, roofing, or windows. While these structural elements are very important, the buyer will not immediately notice them. People tend to see the most value in cosmetic enhancements but not typically in cooling/heating systems or new roofing. Buyers love new hardware like updated windows, but they won't necessarily pay you more money for them. Focus on areas where they can actually see the renovations.

If you have any questions about how to renovate your own home: call me at (770) 396-6100 or email at Melida@PottsRealtyInc.com

We'd love to hear from you!

About Melida

Melida Has 24 Years in Atlanta real estate. Selling over 1,000 Homes, with more than $100 million in sales. That is more than 14 times that of the average agent in Atlanta. Melida has sold in all types of markets – up market, down market, flat market. You get more product & market knowledge, more accurate pricing, proven market strategies, and stronger negotiating power.

Melida’s average market time has been 25 days compared to the Atlanta agents average of 149 days on the market. When you’re serious about selling fast nobody sells homes faster than Melida. Melida sells 3 homes in the same amount of time it takes the typical agent to sell one. List to sales price ratio is 94.4%. For example, for every $100,000, Melida will get $94,400 for you.

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Melida Potts
Your Professional Atlanta Realtor
The Potts Realty Team

1733 Mount Vernon Road
Dunwoody, Georgia 30338

770-396-6100
mpotts@youneedresults.com
www.homes-4-atlanta.com

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Greg - "We had good results when we worked with Potts Realty. I worked more with Cindy, but Melida actually found us the house. They were very responsive and whenever we needed anything or would call, they actually responded right away. "

Brita - "They were very efficient. I got my home sold fairly quickly and they kept on their promises. There was an instance where we got 2 offers on the same day and before I could even call them back Cindy, who works with Melida, called both parties and asked them for their highest and best offers so she was really on the ball for that."

Dianne - "I had excellent results with Potts Realty! They gave me good advice and was able to sell the home that had been on the market for 4 years within a month! She aggressively went out and sold it and was able to get the offer within $5,000 of our asking price. She always kept us updated and everything ran smoothly!"

Rick - "They got a fair number of people coming in to look at the house and they did everything it took to make it happen. They had signs, all the advertising, and I really didn’t have to be involved. In looking for a house, they were very good at finding places that met my criteria. They had everything done so quickly!"

Sandy - "I thought Potts Realty did a very good job and I was pleased with the whole process. I was completely happy with them."

Tony - "I was very happy with them. They were informative and I couldn’t have asked for anything else. They were just there when I needed them. Years ago, Melida came to my house and told me that I should tear up my carpet and finished the floor so I did and I think that’s what sold the house."

Mary - "We had a good listing experience and it only took about 9 days to sell it. The first people that looked at the house liked it but they had a hitch and changed their mind. They ended up coming back about 2 or 3 days later and bought it. I had used a different Realtor about a year and a half before, but I was very satisfied with Potts Realty."

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