🙌 Hand-picked news & tips for North Atlanta
This week we cover:
🎓 “Be Somebody” Program
🎶 Summer Music Series
Woodstock Paid Parking
📈 The Weekly Market Update
🙌 Handpicked Tips: What to Do and Avoid in Buying in North Atlanta
🌲 Wooden Retreat in Historic Downtown Canton
📰 North Atlanta News
Woodstock launched paid parking, offering the first hour free, charging $2 per hour for the next two hours, with the City Center East Parking Deck remaining free to support accessibility, local businesses, and downtown vitality.
Marietta High unveiled its new "Be Somebody" program for this fall, which allows students to earn up to $1,000 by meeting annual milestones, funded by Georgia's PEACH education tax credit.
Alpharetta City Council approved a contract with Integrated Construction and Nobility to complete the remaining parks bond projects, identifying $900,000 in savings across four local parks.
📅 Local Happenings
Soak up live tunes from Davis & The Love Trio from 6-9 pm at the Summer Music Series at Southern Post in Roswell on August 7th.
Join Woodstock’s Run Fun Coffee Club at Noonday Creek Trailhead on Wednesday with drills, a scenic 3–5 mile route, and stick around after for free coffee and good conversation.
Marietta's City Hall Plaza transforms into a movie night on August 9th with space-themed crafts at 8 pm before watching "Hidden Figures" under the stars.
📈 Cherokee County Market Update
This week the median list price for Cherokee County, GA is $590,000 with the market action index hovering around 34. This is about the same as last month's market action index of 34. Inventory has increased to 1,199.
💡 Tips For Buyers
What To Do (And Avoid) In North Atlanta
Thinking of buying a home in North Atlanta? These essential tips will guide you smoothly through the process.
Get Local Pre-Approval First. A green light from a trusted local lender shows sellers you’re serious. Local lenders know the area, from appraisal trends to HOA rules, which makes the process smoother for you.
Never Skip the Home Inspection. It might be tempting to waive an inspection to make your offer stronger, but that's risky. North Georgia homes can have unique features like wells, hillside grading, or crawlspaces that need a professional eye.
Read the HOA Rules Carefully. Before you fall in love with a home, make sure you can live with the community rules. Some are relaxed; others are detailed.
Want the full checklist? Our full guide breaks down closing costs, contingencies, and every question buyers ask most.
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