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It's that time of year when the forms start piling up and you keep trying to put off the inevitable - taxes. We know it's not always the most exciting, but it's time to gather your documents and get it done.  But if you bought a home in 2018, don't forget about the homestead exemption!  Not sure or can't remember how to file for the exemption? We've got you covered with these quick facts about the homestead tax exemption!  What is it?  A homestead exemption is a one-time, tax exemption on your property taxes that can be filed the January after you have purchased a new home. It lasts until the ownership of your home changes. How much is exempt? The exemption is a reduction of the amount of taxes charged, and so will vary for each county and property.  What do I need?  To file for a homestead exemption, you must be a legal resident of the county and must own and occupy the home as of January 1 in the year you are seeking ...

It's the week of Atlanta's biggest show since the Olympics, and now that the threat of snow and ice has passed, the city can get back to focusing on the important festivities for one of the world's biggest sporting events - the Super Bowl. The L.A. Rams and the Patriots are lined up as the star players for Sunday night's game in Mercedes Benz stadium, and Georgians in and out of the perimeter are setting up to host the best Big Game parties. But the game isn't all that the city will be hosting this week. Some bowl game events have already started earlier this week, with media day starting on Monday, but there's still plenty planned that will keep Atlanta going all through the week. If you're wondering how you can join in on the festivities (or want to know so you can avoid the traffic), we're rounding up the week's events right here: Thursday The Georgia World Congress Center will be home to the NFL's Super Bowl Experience until February...

2019 is here and it's time to start making changes. You may be planning to work out more, eat healthier, or pick up more books rather than your phone, but what are your goals for your business? In addition to setting goals and making resolutions for yourself, it's important to look ahead to the new year for your business. If you're stuck on some business resolutions, we've got a few ideas here to help you get started making 2019 the most successful year yet! Utilize Technology  It goes without saying that technology and social media are constantly shaping the way we live and work. Facebook, Instagram and Twitter can change the game when it comes to your marketing. There are of course strategies on how to best use these platforms to your advantage, but the bottom line comes to using them. If you aren't posting, you aren't reaching your audience, who in turn isn't reaching your business. According to Property Me, videos are the way to go for real e...

The new year is upon us and with it, we can always expect changes from our resolutions to the real estate market. So what can Realtors expect in the new year? We've rounded up the highlights of the 2019 real estate predictions - Mortgage Rates will Rise  Mortgage rates will likely cause an issue for affordability in 2019. Although rates have been rising throughout the past two years, mortgage rates still remain lower than they were during the recession. According to Aaron Terrazas, director of economic research with Zillow , interest rates "will change in 2019, as the 30-year, fixed rate mortgage reaches 5.8 percent - territory not seen since the dark days of 2008, when rates were racing downward in response to the housing crisis. In 2019, rising rates will compound the effect of still-climbing home values, making homeownership even less affordable." Millennials will Keep Buying  Despite these rising mortgage rates, millennials will still be the largest ge...

Sleigh bells ring, are you listening? In Atlanta ... there's no snow glistenin'.. But! There's plenty to do in and around Atlanta to celebrate the holidays! From Christmas lights to popup bars, and a new, Insta-worthy interactive museum, Atlanta has plenty to offer to spread some Christmas cheer! Looking to get festive this season? We've rounded up some of the main attractions and high- lights : Light the Night  Atlanta may not be the City of Lights, but for the holidays, there's plenty of extra lights on display. At Atlantic Station , you can enjoy 250,000 lights by walking around the eight blocks of the complex. In the center of it all is a 50 foot Christmas tree, and starting at 6 p.m. each night, there's a snowfall right there in Atlanta! In addition to the lights and snow, there is also an ice skating rink, a German Christmas market, and Santa may be stopping by as well. Of course, the Atlanta Botanical Gardens boast an impressive light displa...

For many, Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and good food. However, Thanksgiving is also a time of reflection as we take time to recognize all that we have and all that we are thankful for. Though the holiday season can get busy quickly, the Perrie & Associates staff took time to pause and reflect on what we are thankful for - Stephanie Chandler, Pre-Closer  "I am thankful God wakes me up every day to find joy in the smallest of things. I'm also thankful for my husband of 23 years and the loving, beautiful family we have raised." Gayle Willingham, Office Manager  "I am very thankful for my children and grandchildren as they bring such happiness to my life! I enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday so much as we gather together and give God thanks for all he has given us over the past year. I am thankful for the privilege to live in America, the home of the brace and the free. We are so blessed to live in this country and have the opportunities t...

We would like to introduce our newest member of the Perrie & Associates family, Spencer Knott! Spencer is a realtor turned closing attorney who is returning home after working in Colorado. He has been with our office for over 6 weeks and has seamlessly established himself with the company both in the closing and marketing departments. We are happy to have him as addition to our team! . . .   Name: Spencer Knott Role: Closing Attorney Fun Facts:  Loves Braves baseball Saw the first homerun in Fulton County Stadium hit by Ron Gant Attended Chipper Jones' and Bobby Cox's last game Used to be a bartender, and can make a mean martini  Served Bobby Cox and Don Sutton as a bartender  Wife, Kedi is Tswana South African Killed a cow for his wedding in the Tswana tradition Spencer grew up in Kennesaw where he attended Harrison High School. He later went to Kennesaw State University where he received his Bachelor's in International Affairs. He at...