Understanding Closing Costs for Buyers
Buying Basics · NW Metro AtlantaClosing costs are the fees and charges, separate from your down payment, that you pay to finalize a home purchase.…
Author: Marna Friedman
Marna Friedman is a top-producing realtor specializing in new construction homes and 55+ active adult communities throughout NW Metro Atlanta. Expert in Marietta, Kennesaw, Cobb County, and Paulding County real estate with certified designations in luxury marketing, new home sales, and senior transitions.
Amenities Worth Looking For in a 55+ Active Adult Community
55+ Active Adult · NW Metro AtlantaIn a 55+ active adult community, the amenities that matter most are the ones that get used: a clubhouse…
Gated Golf Communities in NW Metro Atlanta: What Buyers Should Know
Luxury · NW Metro AtlantaA gated golf community pairs a controlled-access neighborhood with a golf course and, usually, a country club's amenities. In NW Metro…
A Guide to the Marietta Square: Dining, Shops, and the Green
Local Guide · NW Metro AtlantaThe Marietta Square is the historic downtown center of Marietta, the Cobb County seat, built around Glover Park in the…
How to Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage, and Why It Matters First
Buying Basics · NW Metro AtlantaMortgage pre-approval is a lender's written assessment of how much you can likely borrow, based on a review of your…
The New Construction Build Timeline, Stage by Stage
New Construction · NW Metro AtlantaA new construction home typically moves through a predictable sequence: permitting and site work, foundation, framing, mechanical systems (the rough-in),…
“Why You Need Your Own Agent When Buying New Construction
New Construction · NW Metro AtlantaWhen you buy new construction, the agent in the model home works for the builder, not for you. Their job…
Summer HVAC Maintenance for Georgia Homes
Home Maintenance · NW Metro AtlantaKeeping cooling reliable through a Georgia summer comes down to a few habits: change the filter on schedule, keep the…
Single-Level Living: The Home Features That Make Daily Life Easier
55+ Active Adult · NW Metro AtlantaSingle-level living means a home where the spaces you use every day, the primary bedroom, kitchen, laundry, and main…
Moving During Summer: A Realtor’s Guide to Making Your Transition Smooth
INTRODUCTIONSummer is peak moving season. School breaks, warm weather, and traditional moving season make summer the most popular time for relocations. But summer moves come…