Real Estate News

In the wake of Hurricane Irma, Metro Atlanta saw thousands of downed trees, and today many in our area are still without power. As line crews continue the hard work of restoring power, we thought a few reminders might make clean up a little easier in your neighborhood.

1.       Obviously, if there is a downed power line anywhere near your fallen tree, call your service provider and local authorities. DO NOT try to remove the tree yourself.
2.       If the tree fell on your home or vehicle, call your insurance company first, before lifting a single limb. Typically, homeowners will receive direct reimbursement from the insurance company itself, but your agent can recommend tree removal companies to make your life easier.
3.       Take lots of

At PSP, we’re gearing up for REALTOR Safety Month in September, and just in case you were not present for our continuing education class entitled, “Real Estate Assault Awareness,” here are some of the important points that you missed:

The class instructor was Ken Malcolm, a 32-year veteran of the Covington Police Department and Criminology Professor at Georgia State University. Malcolm started the course by saying there are two types of “bad guys:” the opportunist and the predator.  “Both love to target real estate professionals,” he said. “Of all the courses you’ll take, this one is the most important.”

While an opportunist will be encouraged to action when the right circumstances present themselves, a predator acts with forethought and

Each year, thousands of Gwinnett County consumers cast their votes to decide what businesses are the “Best of Gwinnett,” a contest run by Gwinnett Magazine.  We are excited to announce that Peggy Slappey Properties won in 2016’s Real Estate category!  

This year, Peggy Slappey Properties celebrates its 35th Anniversary, and being named "Best of Gwinnett" is icing on the cake.  The company began with just three employees in one tiny office and has now grown to over 40 agents representing families, investors, and builders across the Metro Atlanta area.

Our agents are the best in the business, and it shows in the votes they received during the competition.  Each day, they represent the PSP name with honest, conscientious service.  Every one of our

Peggy Slappey Properties’ August Sales Meeting showcased two of the brokerage’s top producing agents:  Wayne Kelley for New Home Sales, and John Slappey for General Brokerage/Resales.  The two agents fielded questions that ran from “What is the best marketing tool you use to promote yourself?” to “How do you survive the lean times?” In case you missed it, here are the highlights: 

John Slappey made the switch from new home sales to general brokerage during the most recent market downturn.  The change was out of necessity, as he branched out into resales, short sales, and rental management.  He stressed the importance of choosing a system for lead generation and sticking to it. “You’ve got to have discipline,” he said.  “Personal accountability is

Summer vacation is drawing to a close for Metro Atlanta kids, and families are gearing up for the back-to-school rush. Some schools begin as early as July 28th!  Stores are stocked with paper, pencils, backpacks, and binders, and teachers are busy getting classrooms ready for the year ahead.  To ease the transition just a bit, we put together a handy list of links to area school systems.  Easily find school calendars, registration forms, dress codes, and important phone numbers by clicking the links below. 

We’re sad to see summer ending so quickly, but we look forward to another great year of school for all the kids. Let us know if these links are helpful as you get ready for the school year ahead: 

Buford City Schools – First day of School is

Now under construction, The Orchard at Sunny Hill is just a short walk from Mountain View High School. The school is award-winning in academics, sports, and instruction.  JSS Homes, a highly respected Metro Atlanta home builder, invites buyers to tour this beautiful community and experience its ideal central Gwinnett location so close to this great school system.

Homes in The Orchard at Sunny Hill start in the mid $200’s, with several floorplans available.  These are up to 6-bedroom/4-bathroom homes with a bedroom on the main level.  Basement lots are available, and 3-car garages can be added. Homes feature popular design elements like granite, hardwood flooring, tile work, and custom trim.  Outdoor living spaces complete with fireplace are

Peggy Slappey Properties is excited to welcome two NEW agents to the PSP family!

Timetra Abram

Timetra Abram has both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in psychology. She’s been a REALTOR for almost a year and says she wouldn’t trade it for the world. Her father has been a broker for over 15 years, so she grew up hearing real estate lingo and learned a lot just by being in a real estate family.

She loves the smiles her work puts on her clients’ faces once they’ve found and closed on their dream homes.  Timetra is engaged and expecting twin girls soon. She spends her free time with family and loves vacation time with them.

 To contact Timetra, please call 770-877-0327 or email tabram@psponline.com.

 Setara Asgari

Setara

For American families who have chosen to serve our country through military service, These loans are designed to save veterans money and allow them to buy their piece of the American Dream when they return home.  But not every veteran is eligible.  There are four qualifying groups:

1.      Active Duty Service Men and Women.  The qualifying person must serve at least 90 days in the military during a time when the country is at war.
2.      Active Duty During Peace.  The qualifying person must have served at least 181 days as full-time military personnel during a time when the country was at peace.
3.      National Guard or Reserves Service.  The qualifying person must have served at least six years in either the Reserves or the National Guard.

Attention Agents: Tuesday, April 25, 2017 is your opportunity to view a beautiful new Lawrenceville community, grab some dollars in our Cash Booth, and enjoy FREE filet mignon for lunch!

Peggy Slappey Properties and JSS Homes invites all agents to the Grand Opening event at The Orchards at Sunny Hill in Lawrenceville.  We’ll show you why these homes are “A Cut Above the Rest” as we celebrate in true VIP style with great food, free cash, and guided tours.

Homes in The Orchards at Sunny Hill start in the mid $200’s, with several floorplans available.  These are up to 6-bedroom/4-bathroom homes with a bedroom on the main level.  Basement lots are available, and 3-car garages can be added. Homes feature popular design elements like granite, hardwood

Most people start their search for a new home by swiping through photos online, browsing online listing services, and creating a list of must-haves.  This is a great way to get excited about the possibility of a new home, but the best place to start is by deciding how much you can spend. 

Price matters – so much so that it could mean you’ll need to look in different locations, or at townhomes instead of detached homes.  Or maybe you can afford more house than you think.  The only way to find out is to speak to a qualified mortgage expert. 

Most buyers use some sort of financing to purchase their home.  Let’s face it:  most of us are not independently wealthy with tons of cash on hand to purchase a home without a loan.  The amount you qualify