Real Estate Real Talk with Chris

Everything you need to know about buying a home in Cherokee County, GA, including market trends, costs, financing options, and expert tips to help you make the right move.

Trying to decide between Woodstock, Canton, or Ball Ground? Here’s how NeighborhoodScout can help you find the right neighborhood in Cherokee County, GA.

What If You Didn’t Have a Mortgage on Your Next House? It may sound unrealistic at first. But for a growing number of homeowners, it’s happening. According to the National Association of Realtors: Nearly 3 in 10 homes purchased today are bought in cash. That’s significantly higher than what we saw before the pandemic. So how are so many buyers pulling that off? The answer is simple: home equity.

The March 2026 issue of Good to Be Home is all about spring home inspiration, practical improvement ideas, creative design tips, and seasonal recipes to enjoy this season.

If you’re renting and feeling stuck in the “maybe someday” phase, it might be worth a simple conversation to see if buying is within reach for you.

Inventory has grown. Buyers have more options. Expectations are higher. And affordability is still top of mind. But let’s be clear: selling your house right now is absolutely possible. Here are the three biggest mistakes I’m seeing... and how to avoid them.

Buying your first home is exciting! It’s a milestone that marks independence, stability, and the start of a new chapter. But let’s be honest: it can also feel overwhelming. With so many decisions to make and details to juggle, it’s easy to stumble into a few common pitfalls.

If you’ve been waiting for a better time to buy or sell a home, 2026 could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for. After a few challenging years, affordability is finally starting to improve, and that’s opening the door for more people to make a move.

In today’s market, the buyers who win aren’t the ones waiting on the sidelines. They’re the ones who plan ahead. If buying a home is even a possibility in the next few months, connecting with a knowledgeable agent like me and a trusted lender now puts you in control. When the right home shows up, you won’t be wondering if you’re ready, you’ll know you are.

The homestead exemption is a property tax reduction available to homeowners who occupy their home as their primary residence. Once approved, it lowers the taxable value of your home, which can result in meaningful savings every year.

New construction is giving today’s buyers something they haven’t had in a while: more choice and a better deal. With a larger selection of brand-new homes on the market and builder incentives at record highs, this could be one of the strongest windows in years to buy new.

If you’re thinking about selling, don’t let the market discourage you. Let it inform your strategy. The homes that didn’t sell this year weren’t failures, they just started with the wrong expectations.

If you’ve been thinking about downsizing to lower your expenses, move closer to family, or simply make life a little easier, there’s a trend you’ll want to know about.

Most buyers know they exist, but not everyone understands exactly what they cover or how much they can vary depending on where you’re buying. Let’s break it down.

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