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September 18, 2023

In case you missed it, our very own Peggy Slappey, broker, owner and founder of Peggy Slappey Properties, was recently named Realtor of the Year (ROTY) by the Georgia Association of Realtors (GAR). The award was given at the GAR annual meeting held this year in Savannah, GA. She was chosen from a field of 25 REALTORS® nominated across Georgia.

The PSP family knows how giving and dedicated Peggy truly is, and it was incredible to see her efforts recognized at this level. Her service to local charities, state REALTOR® organizations, and national real estate interests earned this distinguished award. She gives back locally, encourages others to do so, and is known for her tenacity in fighting for citizens to get the highest and

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September 19, 2023

It’s that time again, when the great people of Gwinnett cast their votes for their favorite local businesses. The coveted Best of Gwinnett ribbons will soon be awarded; don’t miss your chance to vote and let your favorite businesses shine!

At Peggy Slappey Properties, we hope you’ll keep our winning streak going with a vote in our favor! You’ll find us in the REAL ESTATE category under “Real Estate Brokerages.” We appreciate your support, as we understand that the Best of Gwinnett designation comes directly from our friends, neighbors, clients, and customers in our own backyard.

As Gwinnet County approaches a population of one million, your vote matters even more. By voting, you promote the best and boost the standards

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This August, Peggy Slappey Properties and EMC Homes have huge incentives to make your dreams of a new home come true! Get back-to-school savings up to $25,000* Anyway You Want It on contracts written through August 31, 2023. Agents, we’ve got you covered, too, with 4% commission. These amazing offers are available in seven EMC communities located across Northeast Metro Atlanta. Enjoy convenient Gwinnett living, a new home with lake access, or journey up to the foothills of the North Georgia  Mountains for a quiet piece of countryside life. Whatever your new home dreams entail, EMC Homes has a home designed just for you!

 

The Porches at Mobley Lake

Located in the city of Dacula, The Porches at Mobley Lake offers ranch and two-story homes with

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This incredible home, located in the Tapestry community of Lawrenceville, GA, is where your story begins this spring! From the beautiful stone front columns, gated entrance and rolling, tree-lined streets, the community lends a sense of arrival for homeowners and guests.

1550 Tapestry Ridge, Lawrenceville, GA 30045: $759,900

5 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths

This gorgeous home greets visitors with a beautiful courtyard and extended garage with huge storage opportunities. The full front porch is perfect for sipping coffee on cool mornings or a chilled glass of wine in the evening. Inside, the eye is instantly drawn to the eight-foot glass doors and the beautiful views off the back porch.

There is a massive family room complete with a

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Welcome back once again to revitalized Downtown Lilburn and beautiful Cottages at Noble Village. This 55+, active adult community is now offering reduced pricing for a very limited time, so hurry to Lilburn, take advantage of this incredible offer, and get movin’!

Carefree Living & Elegant Style

Cottages at Noble Village offers active adult living done right. The community is gated and fully fenced, with level, walkable sidewalks and beautiful, two-bedroom ranch townhomes. Floor plans are open, with island kitchens, convenient laundry rooms, and two well-appointed baths. Top features include LVP flooring, pendant lights, stainless-steel appliances, and zero-entry tiled showers in the owner’s suite. These homes are designed for ease of use

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Friday, March 24 was a big night for all members of the North Atlanta Metro Association of Realtors (NAMAR), as individual and team accomplishments in 2022 were celebrated. The Million Dollar Club Awards for top producers and industry leaders were given, and PSP agents and staff were big winners.

Realtor of the Year: Management

 

Special congratulations to PSP's own Broker, Peggy Slappey, who won Realtor of the Year: Management. Winners for this award are chosen because they represent the best of the real estate industry. Peggy is known throughout the Metro Atlanta area for her wise counsel, her uplifting positivity, and her honest character. Congratulations, Peggy, for this well-deserved award!

Top Producers: New Homes

Two more PSP

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The first day of Spring 2023 is just around the corner on March 20th. Peggy Slappey Properties and all our industry partners know that real estate will heat up quickly this spring, and you need to start getting ready for it now. If you’re planning to buy or sell this spring, here are a few ways to stand out in a crowded market.

Sellers, Start Prepping Now.

If the spring market is your target, you need to start getting your home ready to sell now, before March draws to a close. Remember, you only make a first impression once. Curb appeal is your home’s first greeting to potential buyers.

It’s easy to walk by your front door and not notice the leaves piled up, the tired paint on the front door, or the random items that have been left out.

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It’s official! Peggy Slappey Properties has been named 2022’s Best of Gwinnett in the Real Estate category.  Since 2015, residents and consumers in and around Gwinnett County have voted PSP best in this category, and we are so thankful. What an honor it is to serve this amazing community.

Now celebrating more than 40 years in real estate, PSP represents buyers, sellers, builders, and investors across Northeast Georgia and Metro Atlanta. Whatever your real estate need, from selling to relocating or connecting with other industry experts, we are here to serve you.  Based in Gwinnett County, we’ve seen market ups and downs many times over the last four decades, and we constantly adapt to meet current conditions and client needs.

Our agents are the

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The holiday season is officially upon us, and for sellers with a pressing need to move before year’s end, it can be more stressful than usual. The good news is that buyers at the holidays are often highly motivated, too, with their own important, timely reasons for purchasing at this time of year. Staging your home successfully can make all the difference. Remember, selling your home is about inviting others to imagine themselves in it.

  1. The number one rule of home staging is always to start with a deep cleaning. Make your home sparkle from top to bottom.
  2. Selling at the holidays can be a challenge for those who love to decorate, but it’s important to keep holiday décor to a minimum. Your treasured decorations can distract buyers and even make
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If you've been thinking of buying a home, what's holding you back? An easy way to start the process is a simple pros and cons list, and Peggy Slappey Properties has the expert input to help you sort the good from the bad. 

Home Buying in Today's Market

The Metro Atlanta real estate market remains robust. We've seen prices stabilize, sellers get more competitive, and buyers have greater negotiating power. The changing market has brought tons of advantages to buyers that they've not seen in several years. 

Buying PROS

  • As a buyer, your negotiating power is suddenly far greater. Ask for seller-paid closing costs and a seller-paid interest rate buy-down, both of which can save you thousands.
  • Today's market allows you to negotiate price,
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