Gena,

Write back and tell us what you think of the Midtown condo submarket after you see properties today!

Thu Apr 24 2008, 07:27

Gena,

You offer a loaded question, because there are 36,000 licensed agents in metro Atlanta who are operating at some level of service and might be "available to show you some properties..."

That being said, if you have any personal referrals from friends or family who know agents that they recommend, then start with those referred professionals.

Then, call me and lets talk about your specific criteria and the terms that you seek when identifying the right property in Midtown Atlanta.

I would appreciate the opportunity to earn your business.

Mon Apr 21 2008, 14:52

Gena,

Lisa did offer you some good advice, but although she said she was not trying to get your business if you did give her a call and she referred you to another agent she will most likely receive a referral fee of around 25% for making a phone call. There is nothing wrong with that and having an agent refer you to a known well qualified agent in the area is a plus for you. Many agents don't work with buyers or sellers and focus 100% of their time on earning referral fees.

That being said I will go ahead and give you the name and website of one of the best agents I know in the Atlanta and Vinings area for condos. Ian Marshall. You can visit him on the web athttp:// www.ianmarshall.com and contact him directly.

I typically don't work in the downtown area, but had a close friend recently looking for homes in East Atlanta and Kirkwood. I know of a few homes that are in your price range or below that would be considered cottage type homes 2 bedroom 1 bath that have been renovated and are in great shape. I would be happy to show these specific homes to you since I know their condition and price range.

Mon Apr 21 2008, 10:18

Hi Gena,

I am a Realtor who specializes in properties inside the Perimeter, which includes Midtown. I grew up about 5 miles from Midtown and have been a full time Realtor for almost 5 years. I love working with buyers and helping my clients find great deals. I am very familiar with the properties for sale in Midtown and have worked with many buyers who were looking in your price range. I would be happy to meet with you on Thursday, sit down at my office, show you properties that you may be interested in looking at, and look at some properties. Let me know what time would work best for you.

Feel free to contact me anytime at 678-776-0135 or you can email me at alexwilkinson@comcast.net.

Sun Apr 20 2008, 19:17

Gena - I am a Certified Skilled Negotiator, so I can squeeze the last possible price reduction out of a seller. I know how to do it. I am available for the whole day on Thursday, specialize in Dunwoody and intown areas, including midtown, and I have shown and sold a lot in the latter.

Check out my web site, www.edfrancell.prudentialga.com for more information about me and to search for possibilities, You may want to try Va. Highlands or the Ansley Park area as well, close to downtown and midtown.

Call me at 770-633-7576 any time

Ed Francell
Prudential Georgia Realty

Sun Apr 20 2008, 10:39

Dear Dena,
Lisa gave you very good advice. I would recommend that you call Zana Dillard at 770-331-0248. Her email is zanadillard@comcast.net. Websitehttp:// www.zanadillard.com.
You will enjoy working with her team.
Good Luck
Terry@marianschaffer.com

Sun Apr 20 2008, 10:22

Gena, I don't work with buyers, so I'm not trying to get your business. I just want to offer you free advice. First, Midtown is a highly specific niche market. You will do yourself a favor if you choose an agent who specializes exclusively in the Midtown market (and at your price range, even more exclusively in the Midtown condo market if you are certain you want to live in Midtown). Second, at $200k, really your only options in Midtown will be condos. If you are looking to live in the heart of Midtown that's generally going to buy a 1/1 condo at the newest buildings or a larger condo at some of the less popular buildings further away from the heart of the neighborhood (closer to SoNo, Old 4th Ward, etc.). Third, you might want to consider looking at condos in Virginia-Highland rather than Midtown. It's nearby and very popular. Also, there are far fewer units available in Va-Hi, which means that the resale market should rebound better and quicker than the Midtown condo market (which is currently pathetic and will likely remain that way for a while) should you need to sell your condo in the next 5 years. I know several excellent Midtown specialists if you'd like a referral, but I have no doubt you'll have dozens of agents offering their services here, so hopefully you'll find a good one. Best of luck in your search!

Sun Apr 20 2008, 09:00

Gena,

I would be more than happy to assist you in finding a home in the Midtown Area. I would need to get some more information from you to proceed.

Why don't you give me a call or visit my website and fill out a new client registration form that will tell me everything you are looking for in a home. This form can be found by visitinghttp:// www.menardsellshomes.com, click on the for buyers tab and then new client. Fill it out and within minutes I will receive it and can proceed from there.

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Diane Menard

Sun Apr 20 2008, 08:48