In this episode of Georgia Living, Chris Evans takes the mic solo as Céline is away 🤗. He dives into several key topics relevant to homeowners 🏡, real estate agents, and the Metro Atlanta community. The main focus is on the growing issue of land fraud, with tips on how to protect your property 🛡️. Chris also shares a September market update, reviewing the latest data for Cobb County and surrounding areas 📈.

Key Topics Covered:

1. Local Community Events 🎉:

• Acworth Farmers Market: October 4, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m., at 4405 Cherokee St., Acworth, GA.
• Holy Trinity Lutheran Octoberfest: October 4, 2292 Sandy Plains Rd, Marietta, GA.
• Smith Gilbert Gardens Imagination Stations: Kennesaw, GA, ongoing through the week.
• Powers Ferry Corridor Alliance Cleanup: October 4, 1310 Powers Ferry Rd., Marietta, GA.
• First Friday Concert Series: October 4, downtown Kennesaw, GA.
• Movie in the Park - East Cobb Park: October 4, 7–9 p.m., featuring Kung Fu Panda 4 🐼🥋.
• Taste of Acworth: October 12, 11 a.m.–6 p.m., downtown Acworth, GA.

2. Land Fraud in Real Estate 🏠⚠️:

• Chris talks about the rise in fraudulent land sales in Metro Atlanta 🚨, explaining how scammers are pretending to be property owners to sell land without the real owner's knowledge.
• Helpful tips include setting up Google alerts for your property 🖥️🔔 and registering with GSCCCA to receive notifications if any legal documents are filed in your name 📝.

3. Disaster Relief for Georgia Real Estate Agents 🌀:

• Support for agents affected by Hurricane Helene. Chris highlights grants available through the Georgia Association of Realtors 🌟.

4. September Market Update 📊:

• New data for September 2024 shows a 3.5% increase in median home sales prices 🏡💰.
• Chris breaks down inventory levels 📦, marketing times ⏳, and the impact of interest rates 📉.
• Cobb County’s market is outperforming the rest of Metro Atlanta, with rising prices and more homes available 🚀.

5. Practical Advice for Homeowners & Buyers 💡:

• With fraud on the rise, Chris advises property owners, especially those with paid-off land, to take steps to protect their assets 🏞️🔐.
• He also talks about how the new compensation rules in real estate will affect both buyers and sellers, urging transparency and smart negotiations 🤝.

6. Shout-Outs & Community Support 🙌:

• Special shout-out to Ryan Swails from Country Financial for organizing a supply drive for hurricane-affected areas 🛒🌀.

Memorable Quotes:

• "Georgia is huge when it comes to real estate fraud. We are a fast-growing market, which means we are a target market 🎯."
• "If you're a seller thinking you can skip paying a commission, remember: everything is up for negotiation 💼."

Upcoming Events & Sneak Peek 👀:

• Tune in next week as Céline returns to the podcast 🎙️. Chris teases a fun segment where Céline shares her apple pie-making adventure 🍏🥧 after picking Granny Smith apples in Ellijay.

Links & Resources 🔗:

• GSCCCA (Georgia Superior Court Clerks’ Cooperative Authority) website: gsccca.org
• More about local events: sellectrealty.com
• NAR’s 2023 Vacant Land Scams Tips for Real Estate Agents: Link (PDF available in show notes)

Be sure to subscribe ✨, share 📢, and stay tuned for more real estate insights and community updates here on Georgia Living! 😊

🍁 Join Chris and Céline Evans on this fun and lively episode of Georgia Living as they record from their cozy cabin in the North Georgia mountains during fall break. They chat about life in Ellijay, the start of apple season, and all the delicious treats from local orchards 🍏🍎—from cider donuts to mouthwatering pies 🥧. Plus, there’s a hilarious story about a lip gloss adventure with their kids! 👧💄

Along with sharing stories from their mountain getaway, they dive into exciting local events happening in Cobb County, including free concerts 🎶, festivals 🎉, and fall markets 🛍️. And don’t miss out on their real estate market update where they cover the latest trends 🏡, unique property sales, and how interest rates 📉 are affecting buyers.

✨ Topics Covered:

• 🍎 Fall Break in Ellijay: Apple season is in full swing! Picking Rome Beauties, making pies, and exploring local orchards.
• 🎶 Cobb County Fall Events: Brown Bag Concert Series, Glover Park Concerts, Chocktoberfest, and the Cobb County Library Fall Book Sale.
• 🏡 Real Estate Market Update: A shift in buyer activity, unique property sales, and the impact of dropping interest rates.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Fun Family Moments: Lip gloss mishaps and sneaky dogs stealing toast—life with kids and pets during fall break!
• 🚧 Development News: A sneak peek into the massive South Spring mixed-use development coming to Smyrna.
• 🚶‍♀️ Cumberland CID and Growth in Cobb County: How the Cumberland Community Improvement District is reshaping the area with new trails, pedestrian bridges, and autonomous shuttle systems.

🗓️ Key Events Mentioned:

• 🎵 Brown Bag Concert Series: September 26th, Marietta Square, featuring Aiden Fisher.
• 🎸 Glover Park Summer Concert: September 27th, Marietta Square, featuring the Bourbon Brothers.
• 🍻 Chocktoberfest: October 12-13, Marietta Square.
• 📚 Cobb County Library Fall Book Sale: October 24th at Cobb Civic Center.
• 🍽️ Taste of Acworth: October 12th in downtown Acworth.
• 👻 Folklore Haunted House: Open for the season in Acworth.

🏡 Real Estate Highlight:
Open House at 2035 Kenridge Trail, Marietta, GA, on Saturday, September 28th, from 1-3 PM. This stunning 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in the Sprayberry High School District features expanded living spaces and is priced at $525,000. 🏠✨

📣 Looking to buy or sell in Georgia? Connect with Chris and Céline Evans through Sellect Realty (sellectrealty.com), Simply List (simplylistatlanta.com), or TOA Commercial (toacommercial.com). Tune in to Georgia Living for more local insights, real estate tips, and all things that make Georgia our home! 🌳🍑

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• Learn about TOA Commercial

We’re excited to have you along for the ride as we explore all that makes Georgia living so special! 🏞️✨

🌟 Welcome to Georgia Living with Chris & Céline Evans! 🌟

👋 Dive deep into the heart of Cobb County with us in our debut episode, blending vibrant community events and dynamic real estate insights!

What’s on the Agenda?

• 🎤 Meet Your Hosts: Get to know Chris and Céline, from their East and West Cobb roots to their journey as high school sweethearts and now real estate pros.
• 🐾 Céline’s Journey: From veterinary medicine to real estate, discover how Céline’s upbringing in a real estate family shaped her career.
• 🏡 Chris’s Story: Learn about Chris’s relocation to Georgia in the late '90s and his experiences living and working in West Cobb.

Local Happenings:

• 🎡 N. GA State Fair & More: Catch all the fun at the North Georgia State Fair and other exciting events in Acworth and Marietta.
• 🤝 Mayoral Insights: Tune into our chat with the mayors of Mableton, Smyrna, Acworth, and Powder Springs about their cities' growth and opportunities.

Real Estate Corner:

• 🏠 Buyer Advocacy Tale: Chris shares how a buyer’s agent secured an extra $10,000 for their client, highlighting the importance of expert advocacy in real estate.
• 📜 New Rules Alert: New regulations require buyers to sign an agreement before touring homes. Chris stresses the importance of finding a knowledgeable agent in this new landscape.

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