Loganville, Dacula and Bethlehem Real Estate - The Rains Team

 Natural beauty surrounds you in this distinctive custom home. The approximately 5,000 square foot home is situated on 84 gorgeous acres.

The home has a custom gourmet kitchen featuring granite countertops, Lyptus hardwood cabinets (a Brazilian wood) and stainless steel appliances. In addition to the oven in the kitchen, there are 2 more ovens around the corner in the laundry room…perfect for easily preparing the Thankgsiving meal or entertaining friends.

This beautiful and elegant dining room can comfortably seat 14 people at the table. There’s also plenty of room for a sofa and two chairs on one side of the room and a large sideboard on the other side. The hand-painted mural was done by a local artist and really adds a unique touch to the room. The large, gorgeous chandelier is over 100 years old and is originally from a department store in Salt Lake City.

Come relax for a while in this comfy screened-in patio adjacent to the kitchen and family room. Cozy up to the stacked-stone fireplace during the winter months or just enjoy the view of the woods…you may even spot a turkey or deer! It’s the perfect little spot to savor your morning coffee.

This hand-carpentered study is made entirely of birch wood and features a custom-designed stained glass window. The built-in shelving and cabinets provide plenty of storage space for your books and other memorabilia. It makes an elegant office or a great place to relax with a book.

Upstairs, the veranda is spacious and offers a peaceful place to cuddle up and enjoy the day. It overlooks the four horse pastures and provides a beautiful place to take in some sunshine and fresh air.

 You’ll think you’re at a 5 star resort when relaxing by this heated saltwater pool. It’s designed like a lagoon and is surrounded by professional landscaping. The guest house is fully complete with a kitchen, living room, bedroom, full bath, changing room and pool equipment storage room.

This property truly has it all! It also includes a barn with 6 horse stalls, a complete apartment for living quarters, hay loft, tack and feed room and more. There are also four fenced horse pastures. Beautiful upland woods with food plots throughout to attract wildlife. 1,000 feet of river front property on the Flint River, an old wooden train trestle on the back corner of the land and the property backs up to a 600 acre farm. Whatever you’re looking for, I’m sure you could find it here!

Listed at: $1,650,000. Don’t Miss This Opportunity!

Also, be sure to view the virtual tour; it really shows off the amazing features of this estate.

Click to watch the Virtual Tour

The other day I was out showing a Buyer a few houses and the most embarrassing thing happened! We arrived at our final home of the day; I walked to the front door–rang the doorbell and knocked loudly (just in case the Sellers had not left the property yet), retrieved the key from the lock box and let ourselves in…

What we encountered upon entering took me completely by surprise…the stench that flooded our noses was disgusting, no lights what so ever were turned. We creeped in a little further in the living room and about tripped over the mounds and mounds of dirty clothes, toys and other crap haphazardly tossed everywhere.

3. Be aware that large electronic files with attachments or lengthy faxes may be a burden on recipients.

4. Notify the listing broker if there appears to be inaccurate information on the listing.

5. Share important information about a property, including the presence of pets; security systems; and whether sellers will be present during the showing.

6. Show courtesy, trust and respect to other real estate professionals.

7. Avoid the inappropriate use of endearments or other denigrating language.

8. Do not prospect at other REALTORS open houses or similar events.

9. Return keys promptly.

10. Carefully replace keys in the lockbox after showings.

11. To be successful in the business, mutual respect is essential.

12. Real estate is a reputation business. What you do today may affect your reputation - and business - for years to come.

In the first part of this short series I explained what the Georgia property taxes are based on, how the assessed value is determined and what a millage rate is. Today I’m going to discuss the homestead exemption and how to appeal tax assessments.

If you want to catch up on the first part, click the link: All About Georgia Property Taxes: Part 1

If you are shopping for a home why not take a look at this beautiful 3 bedroom and 3 bath home for sale in Monroe, Georgia. It’s located a large 2.5 acre lot and also has an 18′x20′ shop on the property.

 Come sit on the large rocking chair front porch and cool off with a glass of sweet tea. Or enjoy the stacked stone fireplace and built-in shelving in the family room.

You’ll love the over-sized master bedroom with its trey ceiling. And the master bath is spacious and features dual vanities, a garden tub, separate shower and walk-in closet.

For more photos or information about this property, please visit:

www.3834MountCarmelChurchRd.com

If you are a Georgia homeowner, especially a first-time home owner, you may be curious to learn more about the property taxes you’re required to pay. In this first part, I’ll explain some general information about Georgia property taxes, how the valuation and assessment process works and what a millage rate is.

1. Be responsible for everyone you allow to enter listed property.




2. Never allow buyers to enter listed property unaccompanied.




3. When showing property, keep all members of the group together.




4. Never allow unaccompanied access to property without permission.




5. Enter property only with permission even if you have a lockbox key or combination.




6. When the occupant is absent, leave the property as you found it (lights, heating, cooling, drapes, etc). If you think something is amiss (e.g. vandalism) contact the listing broker immediately.




7. Be considerate of the seller’s property. Do not allow anyone to eat, drink, smoke, dispose of trash, use bathing or sleeping facilities, or bring pets. Leave the house as you found it unless instructed otherwise.




8. Use sidewalks; if weather is bad, take off shoes and boots inside property.

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It’s a great time to buy a home in Georgia, whether you’re a first-time home buyer or not, and I would love to walk you through this process. If you are in the market to buy or sell your home in the Bethlehem or Dacula area, I would be happy to assist you! My passion is helping people find their dream home and stepping them through this exciting journey. I serve the Walton, Barrow and Gwinnett county areas. Call or text me today: 404.357.2231!

The following are some professional courtesies that every REALTOR should strive for. Using good manners is important in this business that is built on relationships. These 21 suggestions are all ways that show respect for the public.

1. Follow the “Golden Rule” - Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.
2. Respond promptly to inquiries and requests for information.
3. Schedule appointments and showings as far in advance as possible.
4. Call if you are delayed or must cancel an appointment or showing.
5. If a prospective buyer decides not to view an occupied home, promptly explain the situation to the listing broker or the occupant.
6. Communicate with all parties in a timely fashion.
7. When entering a property, ensure that unexpected situations, such as pets, are handled appropriately.
8. Leave your business card if not prohibited by local rules.
9. Never criticize property in the presence of the occupant.
10. Inform occupants that you are leaving after showings.
11. When showing an occupied home, always ring the doorbell or knock - and announce yourself loudly - before entering. Knock and announce yourself loudly before entering any closed room.
12. Present a professional appearance at all times; dress appropriately and drive a clean car.
13. If occupants are home during showings, ask their permission before using the telephone or bathroom.
14. Encourage the clients of other brokers to direct questions to their agent or representative.
15. Communicate clearly; don’t use jargon or slang that may not be readily understood.
16. Be aware of and respect cultural differences.
17. Show courtesy and respect to everyone.
18. Be aware of - and meet - all deadlines.
19. Promise only what you can deliver - and keep your promises.
20. Identify your REALTOR® and your professional status in contacts with the public.
21. Do not tell people what you think - tell them what you know.

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It’s a great time to buy a home in Georgia, whether you’re a first-time home buyer or not, and I would love to walk you through this process. If you are in the market to buy or sell your home in the Bethlehem or Dacula area, I would be happy to assist you! My passion is helping people find their dream home and stepping them through this exciting journey. I serve the Walton, Barrow and Gwinnett county areas. Call or text me today: 404.357.2231!

The $1,800 tax credit is only available for six months; you must close on a home between June 1 and November 30, 2009 to receive this credit. Here are the other important details:

• AMOUNT: the credit is equal to either 1.2% of the purchase price or $1,800, whichever is lesser
• WHO QUALIFIES: this credit is for ANYONE purchasing a home between the deadline–NOT just first-time home buyers!
• HOW DO YOU RECEIVE IT?: You may claim one-third of the credit available in each taxable year, and may carry forward unclaimed amounts–essentially, you’ll receive this credit over the course of the next 3 years

Also, there aren’t any income restraints to this credit and as I mentioned before, this is not limited to just first-time home buyers. You just have to buy a single-family property within the time period.

Representative Ron Stephens said this about the bill: “I’m proud of Governor Purdue for signing this legislation, and I’m proud to have brought it before the state legislature. This bill will put people to work, reduce the inventory of unsold homes, and kick start Georgia’s economy.”

To determine the specific forms you need to use to obtain this credit, please contact your tax professional.

If you are a first-time home buyer and would like to learn more about the $8,000 federal tax credit, please read this article:
Understanding the New $8,000 First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit

It’s a great time to buy a home in Georgia, whether you’re a first-time home buyer or not, and I would love to walk you through this process. If you are in the market to buy or sell your home in the Bethlehem or Dacula area, I would be happy to assist you! My passion is helping people find their dream home and stepping them through this exciting journey. I serve the Walton, Barrow and Gwinnett county areas. Call or text me today!

(The information from this post was obtained from this article)

Having a great home inspector is a key part of purchasing a home–someone who doesn’t know what they are doing could overlook a major problem with the home that may lead to some very costly fixes down the road. You definitely want someone with a lot of experience and an attention to detail.

Today I went out on a limb and tried a different inspector than I normally use; however, not without doing my homework first though! About a month ago I received an e-mail from Mark Watkins, a home inspector in my area looking for more agents to work with. He included his prices in the e-mail and they were cheaper than the inspector I was currently using so I became intrigued.

I did some research: I replied to the e-mail asking him how long he’d been in the business and if he had some referrals I could look at. He got back to me right away with an overwhelming list of 87 REALTOR names and contact information that are currently using his services. He has been doing inspections since February 2007 and prior to that he was a real estate agent for 11 years! Previous to his real estate career, he also owned a remodeling company. He’s completed over 743 inspections. It definitely seemed to me he had plenty of credentials and was worth trying out.

This morning’s inspection went very well! Mark was very thorough in doing his job and anytime he found even the tiniest thing wrong he would show it to my client and explain how to fix it. Also, as he was going through the home he taught my client how to take care of their home and maintain it–such as what knob to turn off before the first freeze of the fall and how often they should change out their air filters. I thought this was especially helpful since my client is a first-time home buyer.

His report was ready within two hours after the inspection and sitting in my e-mail box when I returned home from being out and about! It is very simple to read and easy to understand exactly what’s wrong because he highlights the problems with photos.

• Up to $250,000 the price is $275. Add $25 if on a basement or a crawl space.
• $250,001 to $350,000 the price is $300. Add $25 if on a basement or a crawl space.
• $350,001 to $450,000 the price is $335. Add $25 if on a basement or a crawl space.
• $450,001 to $550,000 the price is $375. Add $25 if on a basement or a crawl space.
• $550,001 to $700,000 the price is $425. Add $35 if on a basement or a crawl space.
• $700,001 to $800,000 the price is $450. Add $35 if on a basement or a crawl space.
• $800,001 to $1 million the price is $500. Add $50 if on a basement or a crawl space.

He also has special prices on Town Houses and Condos.

If you need a home inspector that you can trust, I would call Mark Watkins. 770-527-1865

If you are in the market to buy or sell your home in the Bethlehem or Dacula area, I would be happy to assist you! My passion is helping people find their dream home and stepping them through this exciting journey. I serve the Walton, Barrow and Gwinnett county areas. Call or text me today!