Vanessa Calhoun, B.S., Associate Broker - HomeSmart

06/04/2026

Have you heard of selling your home "subject-to" an existing mortgage? It's being pitched more and more, especially to distressed homeowners (and the elderly) Although it may make sense in the right situation, there are serious risks most sellers don't fully understand before they sign.

I just published a full breakdown on my latest blogpost: the real pros, the cons they don't tell you about, and why speaking with both a real estate professional and an attorney before agreeing to anything is non-negotiable.

👇 Click the link to read the full post.

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Thinking about a subject-to home sale in Metro Atlanta? Here's what sellers need to know about the pros, the risks, and why professional guidance matters.

06/03/2026

A double lot in Mableton with a lake view, utilities already in place, and zero HOA telling you what to do with it!

That's not a common combination, but it exists, and it's available right now on Nellie Brook Dr.

Whether you've been sketching your dream home on a napkin for years or you're an investor looking for your next opportunity, this lot gives you options most builders only wish they had!

Easy interstate access. No covenants. No restrictions. Just land, a view, and a blank canvas.

The full details are on the blog, so click the link below.

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Exclusively Marketed & Listed by
Vanessa M Calhoun, B.S., Associate Broker
REALTOR®️
🏢HomeSmart
📲470-209-8136
📞404-876-4901
📧[email protected]
🌐www.vanesssasellsanotherone.com

A rare double lot on Nellie Brook Dr in Mableton, GA — utilities in place, lake views, no HOA. Build your dream home without the drama.

06/03/2026

Oftentimes, choosing to do the things we detest the most or to push beyond our realm of comfortability becomes the most difficult thing to do when you're in the moment.

Yet, choosing to take the hardest route is what sets us up for elevation.

Choose hard.

06/01/2026

Are Metro Atlanta buyers still competing for well-priced homes in 2026?

YES!!!

And if you need proof, ask me about the multiple-offer situation in Decatur, Georgia that turned my perfectly good Monday morning into a humbling lesson in market reality.

Let me paint you a picture....

A well-priced home in Decatur, GA. Multiple offers. One humbling Monday morning. Here's what losing a bidding war taught me about Metro Atlanta's market.

05/29/2026

*****HOT NEW LISTING ALERT*****

🏡Just Listed in Hiram, GA.... and First-Time Buyers, this One Is For You!

252 Darby's Crossing Court in the Darby's Crossing community of Paulding County is move-in ready AND eligible for 100% financing loan options!!

Here's what's waiting for you inside:

✅ Brand new main level flooring
✅ Freshly painted cabinets
✅ Granite countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms
✅ Epoxy garage floor
✅ Open-concept loft upstairs — perfect for a home office or flex space

This home has been updated where it counts and is ready for its next owner. If you've been waiting for the right home and the right financing to come together at the same time, this is it!

Priced at $249,000

Exclusively Listed & Marketed by
Vanessa M Calhoun, B.S., Associate Broker
REALTOR®️
HomeSmart
470-209-8136 (call or text)
404-876-4901 (office)

Drop a ❤️ if you know someone who's been looking to buy their first home, and share this post — you might just change someone's life!
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05/27/2026

"Metro Atlanta remains one of the Southeast's most resilient housing markets. NAR forecasts a 14% increase in existing home sales in 2026, which means more buyer competition is coming. The buyers who get ahead of that wave are the ones positioning themselves now, before the market heats up further.

Homes that are priced well in desirable Atlanta neighborhoods are still moving. If you've been waiting, the window to get ahead of increased competition may be shorter than you think."

Atlanta buyers don't need to wait for perfect mortgage rates. Vanessa Calhoun of HomeSmart explains smart strategies to buy with confidence in 2026.

05/26/2026

Wanna know what's happening in the Cobb County real estate market, check out my latest blog post!

Welcome to Keys to Cobb — Real Estate Intelligence for Cobb County, Georgia HomeownersWho is Vanessa Calhoun, and what is Keys to Cobb about? I'm Vanessa C

05/26/2026

***JUST SOLD!!***

One step inside of this beautifully maintained home and my client knew this was THE ONE......It was SOOOOOOOO dreamy!!!

I can't wait to see how she applies her unique style and finesse to this "already perfect" canvas!

I KNOW y'all think I'm lying, but God has TRULY blessed me with the most amazing clients!!! I absolutely LOVEEEE what I do!

05/18/2026

Thinking about selling your home? 🏡🤔 Here are 5 Signs It Might Be Time to Sell—do any of these sound familiar? ⬇️