Franklin NC known as the Gem Capitol of the World holding its 45th Annual Macon County Gemboree                                        45th Annual Macon County Gemboree Date(s): Jul 22, 2010 - Jul 25, 2010 When: Thursday - Saturday 10am - 6pm, Sunday 10am - 4pm                         Where: Macon County Community Building Franklin, NC Fine Jewelry, Rough & Cut Gemstones; Minerals, Fossils and More! Adults $3, Children 12 and under free.   Contact 888-337-7529   For you dealers there is the: G&LW Wholesalers Show Date(s): Jul 22, 2010 Where: Watauga Center on US 441 Franklin, NC Why not visit The Franklin Gem & Mineral Society while you are here or go try your luck gem mining yourself.  Its a lot of fun for the whole family.  Here is a link to all the Gem mines in and around Franklin, ... 07/18/2010

Franklin NC Habitat for Humanity - Harley's for Habitat Poker Run We are raffling off a Brand New Harley and selling tickets NOW! $25 per chance!  You do NOT have to be present to win the Bike. If you want you can choose the cash but will only get half of what the bike sells for and the rest gos to Habitat for Humanity!  Winner pays tax, tag and title. Hey everybody we are having a Poker Run Aug. 21, 2010 (rain date 28th) in Franklin, NC to benefit Habitat for Humanity.  We will start off at Cashs BBQ at the Whistle Stop Mall 441S. in Franklin, NC Registration will begin at 9:00am - 1st. Bike out at 10:00am.  Last Bike in at 1:00pm $25 for first hand w/lunch and door prizes.  If you want extra poker hands they are $20.  Best hand wins half the $$$! Lunch will be served at Cashes BBQ and... 07/14/2010

        Franklin NC Foreclosures -  Tips to buying foreclosures and why you may want a Real Estate Agents help. There are typically two reasons why people search for foreclosures.  Reason one is because the person is interested in investing in foreclosures to pull a profit. The second reason people look for foreclosure listings is because they are looking on a super deal on a house they want to live in. Click the house below for my area. 1.  Research ahead of time and know the area you would like to buy in.  That way you will know if you like that particular neighborhood when one comes up. 2.  Get to know the Real Estate Agents in that area and ask if they are certified or have a least sold foreclosures in the past.  You may lose out on a property if you have a agent that does not know ... 06/28/2010

Franklin, NC Just sold! in The home was a excellent value and deal. I am sure the new home owners would agree they stole this one.  These are the type's of deals that buyers are looking for in Franklin, NC but if they don't have a good agent working for them to let them know when they come on our MLS it just may be too late by the time they hit all the syndication sites.  Searching the internet for homes before you buy is good but if are not ready to buy immediately you are missing out on some awesome properties here in the mountains.  If you are ready, the best bet is to have a good agent keeping a close eye out so when they do hit our MLS you are informed in real time.  Boy have we picked up in the last two weeks and I have some lucky new home owners. June Tassillo | Classic GMAC Real... 06/15/2010

Questions to ask yourself before you go out and start looking at houses. 1. Do you have a stable job that you plan to stay at?  Where do want to be in 5 years? If you plan on changing jobs is it going to be in the same area?  Do you have money saved for the down payment & closing cost? 2. Can you afford to own a home?  There are lots of web site out there for you to add your criteria to get your answers but the best thing to do is to sit down with your local Loan Officer and they can tell you what you need to know.  Even if you don't qualify now they will direct you toward your goals of getting the credit or repairing it. 3. Are you responsible enough to take care of a home?  Homes need attention just like a car.  Regular maintenance assures the value and problems from happening.  If yo... 06/07/2010

It's raining BUYERS in Macon County Franklin, NC - I hope you selling too! I worked the entire holiday weekend and been so busy with home buyers & showings on listings it unreal.  Land is at its lowest in years here in Macon County,NC and it is starting to see some light.  It felt like I had this cloud over me for a few months with no contracts, no buyers, but I kept on trudging the road of Real Estate here in Franklin, NC.   In Franklin, NC our market basically starts Memorial Day weekend.  I been listening to some of you in other areas talk about the market being pretty good and I just haven't seen it until this Memorial Day weekend.  The showings are happening even on the higher priced homes.  Just this week I have a closing, and 3 accepted contracts and lots of showings on others. I... 06/02/2010

  Realtors in NC will have another Material Fact to disclose. Just passing along some information I think is going to become is a huge issue here in the mountains of Western, NC!  If this passes it certainly is going to scare future buyers and sellers will lose value if their home that already exists in a slope area considered dangerous or a could be.  Future sellers of land are in danger of this also. I do agree however that every home's foundation  that is build on a slope should be engineered period.  I know our company Future Homes by Joe Tassillo, Inc. gets every foundation engineered.  Could Insurance companies be popping up with slope insurance?  You can't buy it now.  Lots of issues to think about. WARNING! IF YOU THINK THE NEW STEEP (SAFE) SLOPE ORDINANCE WON’T AFFECT YOU…THINK... 05/20/2010

Franklin, NC Home Inspections ~ Don't buy a Home with out one! Wow we been getting the calls for Home Inspections left and right this past week or so and this has inspired me to write this post.  One of the first things buyers are asking is how much is a Home Inspection?  If I happen to answer my husband Joe's phone, which I do a lot, I have a list of questions to ask such as, how big is the home, how many bedrooms & baths and how old is it, just to name a few.  Usually a 3 bedroom 2 bath that is not over 30 years is $350.00.  To do a water test it is another $50.00. Some say "ok and when can I get one"?  A lot say "I am just checking prices". It just blows my mind to think that someone is buying a Home Inspection on price alone.  Yes, we have those low ball inspectors around here too. ... 05/15/2010

  MAY 22:  HABITAT for HUMANITY SPAGHETTI DINNER and GOSPEL CONCERT at Bethel United Methodist Church.  The dinner donation of $5.00 and $5.00 donation for the concert. Attend one or the other or both ($10.00).  All donations will go to the "FAITH-BUILD" Home of Macon County Habitat for Humanity. There will be no donation use for operation or administration , but new construction at Hickory Hollow.  The Gospel Group will be THE GEM CITY.   Please help us pass the word...tickets will be available at the local Habitat for Humanity office next week, call for your reservation for your tickets (369-3716). 05/10/2010

Whats happening in Franklin, NC for the Month of May? Come play with us in Franklin, NC! Franklin, NC Chamber of Commerce Mother's Day Gemboree Date(s): May 07, 2010 - May 09, 2010 When: Fri & Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10am - 4pm Where: Macon County Community Building 441 S Franklin, NC Fine Jewelry, Rough & Cut Gemstones, Minerals, Fossils and More! Call 888-337-7529 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              888-337-7529      end_of_the_skype_highlighting. Adults $3 children 12 and under free. More Info _________________________________________________________________________________________ G&LW Wholesalers Show Date(s): May 07, 2010 - May 09, 2010 Where: Watauga Center on US 441 N Franklin, NC Contact 601-879-8832 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              601-879-8832      end_of_the_... 05/07/2010

Franklin, NC Market report for April 2010 and a look back at 2009 I am happy to report in Franklin, NC we are moving up on the stats from last year in April.  I myself could feel it getting a tad bit better.  Could it be because of the first time home buyer was about to expire?  I think some of it did play a role but I knew this was NOT going to fix this market.  In my humble opinion, we NEED JOBS everywhere, not just in Washington DC! Good news for residential home sales in Franklin, NC April 2010:                                                          April 2009: Current homes on the market: 806                       Current homes on the market: not avail. Total sold: 30                                                     Total sold: 20 Average sale price: $121,281                  ... 05/06/2010

Paint the Town Purple Downtown Franklin, NC Paint the Town Purple kickoff will be held Saturday May 1st 10:00 am to 1:00 pm on Town Square. Dear Franklin Relayers,We will have food, fun and entertainment and Meghan Peck Reynolds (daughter of Marna Peck) will be the speaker. The Girls Scouts will be doing their version of the Pink Glove dance and we will havelots of activities for kids. We really want to promote our 2010 Relay For Life of Franklin so come out dressed in purple and help us to kick off the Month of May as Paint the Town Purple month!We also want to remind everyone that this weekend is the deadline for T-shirt registrations and Corporate sponsorships. Please have all team members registered by Sunday if they would like a t-shirt.www.relayforlife.com/franklinnc If you have a... 04/28/2010

Things to do in Franklin, NC ~ Upcoming Events Also visit our Chamber of Commerce for Franklin, NC Here for other activities! Jeremy Camp Date(s): Apr 25, 2010 Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts 441 South Franklin, NC Tickets available online at www.GreatMountainMusic.com or by calling 828-524-1598. More Info  Alive After Five! Date(s): Apr 29, 2010 When: 5pm - 6:30 pm Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts 1028 Georgia Road. Franklin, NC After Hours Social for Chamber Members and those interested in learning more about the Franklin Chamber of Commerce and it's members. Uptown Gallery Accessorize for Art Date(s): May 01, 2010 When: 10am - 5pm Where: Uptown Gallery Downtown Franklin, NC on Main ST.  MOTHERS DAY?  HUMMM A whole lot is going on!!!!!! Macon C... 04/24/2010

Macon County NC Habitat for Humanity in Franklin, NC Click below for the web site. MACON COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY "Helping God's People In Need" 652 HIGHLANDS ROAD • FRANKLIN, NC • 28734 Voice: 828.369.3716 • FAX: 828.349-0590 WE NEED YOUR HELP MORE THAN EVER!  I recently join the Board of Directors at our local Macon County Habitat for Humanity here in Franklin, NC.  It is not like I do not have anything to do but I have always believed in Habitat and wanted to give back to my community in some way.  My younger sister had a home built by Habitat some years back in NY and it is such a wonderful program for families in need.  Everyone deserves to live in a decent home.  I also think it makes a family stronger and kids that have the security of their own home along with their parents d... 04/24/2010

  A Home Inspection is crucial tool in negotiating the most equitable price on the home.   In my experience most resale homes have at least one defect that can cost a home buyer a minimum of $500 to repair.  Even New Homes should be inspected.  A home inspection by a professional and qualified home inspector is an excellent tool to encourage home sellers to make repairs or make further price adjustments as a result of conditions noted in the inspection report.  Most of my clients do decline to do so and want the buyer to pay for one.  In my opinion, if you get one before you list there may be many items the home seller can fix themselves and avoid any problems in the future when the home is under contract.   According to the National Association of Realtors, in 2009, a record 47% of hom... 04/21/2010

Franklin, NC Clark's Chapel Community - Homes for Sale Once called snob hill in the early days of Clarks Chapel in Franklin, NC development. It is still a sought after community.  It is south of town off US 441S. about six miles.  It is a beautiful community know to have yearly yard contests to see who has the prettiest landscaping in the neighborhood. Surrounded by the Nantahala Forest, Clark's Chapel still has lots of farm land in this area. The farmers have tiled the ground and are just about to plant.  Local produce can be bought from these farms and road side stands are very popular.  The Little Tennessee River runs through this entire area. There are currently 37 Homes available in the Clark's Chapel Community.  Ranging from $88,500 to $749,900 so what ever your lifestyle you can ... 04/09/2010

                                     Franklin NC  Residential Market Report 1st. Quarter January 1, 2010 through March 31, 2010 Homes sold: 68 Average Sales Price: $133,535 Average Days on the Market: 186 Percent of List Price: 91.66% Pending Sales: 4 Expired: 125 Active Homes on the Market: 751 Now let take a look at the first quarter of 2009 and compare. Homes sold: 63 Average Sales Price: $147,810 Average Days on the Market: 143 Percent of List Price: 92.04% Pending Sales: no data Expired: no data Active Homes on the Market: no data Well, we did sell 5 more homes the first quarter here in Franklin, NC but the average sales price is down and the percent of list price as well.  It seemed to me like we were or should say I was up in sales the first quarter and much busier than last year... 04/06/2010

Franklin, NC is wishing all of you a Blessed and Happy Easter Here at Classic GMAC Real Estate Franklin, NC we want to wish you and your family a Blessed and Happy Easter! Spring is peeking its head here in the beautiful mountains of Franklin, NC.  Mother Nauture is painting a breath taking pictures once again.  Lots of traffic coming into town yesterday for Easter weekend.  The temperature reached 80 and it felt like summer.  After the coldest winter since I have been living here many people are welcoming the heat.  I willing to bet about mid summer everyone will be complaining about how hot it is.  Not me I love it! One of the reasons I enjoy Western NC is that it can be hot in the day and the cool mountain breezes at night remind me of Indian Summers in NY.  Here are the Easter Egg H... 04/03/2010

Golf Course Living in Franklin, NC  ~ Mill Creek Resort and Country Club ~ Cartoogechaye Community Mill Creek Resort and County Club is located in the Cartoogechaye Community Franklin, NC. There are several different lifestyles to choose from.  Lots of folks own homes or condos and stay year round and some are seasonal owners.  The MILL CREEK RESORT AND COUNTRY CLUB also has  homes and condos you can rent from one week to months at a time.  Whether you golf or just want to get out of the summer heat, we have what you are looking for in a cool mountain getaway. If you are looking for a place to enjoy all of the seasons, fall at Mill Creek in Franklin, NC is nothing short of spectacular. They are a year round resort.  A new fitness center, tennis courts, Pro shop are some of the amenities... 04/02/2010

Franklin, NC ~ February Residential Report 2010 and a look back at 2009 There were 704 Residential Homes on the market 78 of them were new listings and 29 of them were coming back on the market. Month of February 2010 Franklin, NC MLS Homes Sold: 22 Average Sales Price: $147,068 Average Days on the Market: 182                                                   Percent of List Price:  90.86% Pening Sales:  7                                                              Expired:  35 There were 704 Residential Homes on the market 89 of them were new listings and 40 of them were coming back on the market. Month of January 2010 Franklin, NC MLS Homes Sold: 20 Average Sales Price:  $133,929 Average Days on the Market:  239 Percent of List Price:  93.34% Pening Sales:  6                         ... 03/14/2010