John H. Mason's (jmason2) Blog

When I purchased my first home in 1981, mortgage brokers could not lock in buyers at a rate because they were escalating by the day....so my first home purchase mortgage rate the minute I closed in St. Louis, MO was 18%.... and I was darn glad to get it before it went even higher!Today’s homebuye...

Beautiful Avalon in Alpharetta, GA: A Hop-A-Long Easter Egg Hunt the Saturday before Easter..... April 8 @ 8:30 am - 10:30 am and its Free. Children will collect ten eggs and bring them to the trade-in tent to receive a bag of treats. The 8:30 a.m. hunt is for ages 0-3, and the 9:30 a.m. hunt is...

If you think it’s difficult to afford a home, you’re probably right.Nine out of 10 homeowners who bought a home in the last three years say they were unprepared for the extra costs of maintaining and financing their property, according to a new survey of 1,000 U.S. homeowners by Real Estate Witch...

The Georgia capital is looking at modest price growth around 5%—surpassing stagnant prices in the wider U.S. market, according to the National Association of RealtorsAtlanta is forecast to be the U.S.’s top property market of 2023, according to a report Tuesday from the National Association of Re...

As a side note to this republished article, the North Atlanta suburbs of Alpharetta, Cumming, Johns Creek, Milton, Roswell and Sandy Springs have continued to receive multiple offers over list price on homes that are in great locations, and in very good move-in-condition.  Not as crazy as a year ...

MLK Day at the Atlanta History Center Monday, January 16, 2023 10:00 AM  4:00 PM Atlanta History Center130 West Paces Ferry Road NorthwestAtlanta, GA, 30305United States (map) Google Calendar  ICS Join Atlanta History Center on Monday, January 16th to commemorate the legacy of Reverend Dr. Martin...

The merriment starts at the sound of reindeer bells and a knock on the door. Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus are right on the other side! Excitement fills the air as soon as they enter your room. A bedtime snack of milk and cookies can be shared with Santa, along with wishes, dreams, and the absolute ...

Having moved my family to Atlanta twice in 33 years, we found it to be one of the best places to live: four seasons (although mild winters), solid job market, very strong public and private school options, major-league sports, great shopping and entertainment always!Money’s Best Places to Live li...

Just a short drive from the North Fulton / South Forsyth suburbs is an Autumn favorite in Dawsonville:  Uncle Shuck's....  this is a must see, must do event for the entire family...Our 15-acre corn maze and pumpkin patch in Dawsonville, Georgia is home to tons of farm fun, delicious farm food, an...

Having lived in New England for a number of years, it is always a bit disappointing when Autumn rolls around and we just don't have enough of those Maple trees in North Georgia as a backdrop for colorful fall photos; however, we do have outstanding Apple Orchards to explore, enjoy, and pick as ma...