I’ve noticed an alarming trend lately in the Alpharetta and Johns Creek areas involving roofing companies and “hail damage” claims against homeowner policies.

There are roofing companies out there that appear to be “drumming” up business by soliciting unnecessary roof replacements that are paid for by homeowner’s insurance. The sales tools include area maps marked up with big red circles around areas that have experienced “hail activity” and yard signs.

It also tends to happen more with some insurance carriers than with others. I asked about it with one of these roofing companies recently and their first question was “Who is your carrier?” the second comment was “They are tough, you probably won’t get it.” Read the rest of this entry »

The US Senate is poised to pass a huge foreclosure rescue bill as soon as today. (see article)

Basically the bill says the Federal Housing Administration would back $300 billion dollars in new loans for distressed borrowers that are currently considered too risky to qualify for a loan now.

Hmmm… correct me if I am wrong but didn’t we get into this mess by lenders making loans to people who were bad risks? Read the rest of this entry »

Read about the new cities of Johns Creek and Milton, review the area varsity basketball schedules, discover effective ways to relieve holiday stress and stage your Alpharetta home for quick sale — even in a tough housing market!

Read the December 2006 Newsletter

Read updates on the traffic and road construction situation in Alpharetta. This month’s issue includes the fall football schedule, a feature on Carvel ice cream, the housing statistics for August and September, upcoming events in the area and quick ways to improve your curb appeal.

October 2006 Newsletter

This month’s issue covers recent Alpharetta annexation activities, housing sales and market trends, announces a free service for those who wish to sell their own homes online, and a review of Monterrey restaurant.

Read the August 2006 Newsletter – Our First Issue