🙌 Hand-picked news & tips for North Atlanta
This week we cover:
🏬 Alpharetta’s North Point Mall Redevelopment
🦃 Marietta Square Gobble Jog
📈 The Weekly Market Update
🙌 Handpicked Tips: A Complete Guide to Get a Real Estate License
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📰 North Atlanta News
Alpharetta unanimously approved a new tax allocation district to support North Point Mall's redevelopment.
Cobb County commissioners passed a $4.75 monthly stormwater fee in a 3-2 split vote to fund infrastructure repairs addressing 100 pipe repairs and 69 sinkholes.
Georgia ranked fourth nationally for the longest coffee orders, with local residents averaging nearly seven words per order.
📅 Local Happenings
The annual Gobble Jog on November 27 will fill Marietta Square with runners of all ages on Thanksgiving morning. Participants can tackle 10K, 5K, and 1K routes to raise funds for charity.
Join the Roswell Christkindlmarket Tree Lighting at Bulloch Hall on November 28, which will kick off the holiday season with European-style food stalls, crafts, a biergarten, and a children’s train.
Red Top Mountain State Park in Acworth will host a Thanksgiving Hayride on November 26, inviting guests to experience autumn scenery along the Iron Hill Trail.
📈 Cobb County Market Update
This week, the median list price for Fulton County, GA, is $454,995, with the market action index around 32. This is consistent with last month's market action index of 32.
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💡 Tips For Aspiring Agents
Looking to Get Your Real Estate License? A Complete Guide.
We often get asked whether breaking into real estate makes sense as a career move. Whether you're considering a complete change or exploring extra income streams, getting your real estate license in North Atlanta could open doors you hadn't considered.
Real estate isn't a get-rich-quick scheme. Success takes time, effort, and genuine passion for helping people through major life transitions.
And for the right person, it offers flexibility, unlimited earning potential, and the satisfaction of guiding families to their next chapter.
Georgia's Requirements Made Simple:
Must be 18 years old (can test at 17)
High school diploma or GED
Complete 75 hours of approved pre-license education
Pass the state exam
Apply within 3 months for best pricing
Popular Education Options in Our Area:
Barney Fletcher Schools - One of Georgia's largest providers with both online and classroom options
Aceable Agent - Mobile-first learning with AI-powered support
America's Real Estate Academy - Located right here in Woodstock on Highway 92
The CE Shop - Modern platform with 86% pass rates for Georgia students
What Happens After You Pass: Your first year requires an additional 25-hour course, and you'll need to work under a licensed broker. You can't practice independently until you gain experience and pursue your broker license. Budget for continuing education every four years to keep your license active.
If you're naturally curious about real estate markets, enjoy helping people make big decisions, and don't mind building your business over time, this path could lead to a rewarding career.
Explore the full step-by-step guide to earning your Georgia real estate license and start your next chapter with confidence.
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