Abode Agency Real Estate

08/24/2026

The financial checkpoints that matter before making a move:

Before you move, do a finance refresh. Not the scary kind. The helpful kind. Three checkpoints that make everything smoother:

1) Know your comfortable monthly range
2) Know what cash you want set aside after closing
3) Know your timeline so decisions stay calm

A clear financial picture turns browsing into a real plan.

08/24/2026

As summer begins to wind down, many buyers and sellers are taking one last look at their real estate goals before fall arrives. If you've been waiting for the "right" time, this season can present some exciting opportunities. Late summer often brings motivated buyers, serious sellers, and people looking to settle into their next home before the busy holiday season begins. Instead of focusing on timing the market, focus on being prepared when the right opportunity comes along.

08/22/2026

One of the many benefits of homeownership is your ability to build equity. Remember that equity isn’t only about paying down your mortgage. The equity in your home can be affected by making upgrades, a strong or weak local market, and high or low housing inventory. Are you ready to tap into your home's equity? Let's work together to find the home of your dreams.

08/21/2026

The Summer Shade Festival is happening on Saturday, August 22, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., and Sunday, August 23, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ✨This is a free event, benefiting Atlanta’s oldest park. 💚🌳

Come ready to enjoy 🎶 live music on two stages, 🌮 🍢 local food trucks and vendors, 🍺 exciting sips and beers, artist and vintage markets, 🤼 wrestling, yoga, 🚲 bike valet, a multi-age Kids Village, and more!

📆 Saturday, Aug 22 (10 a.m. - 10 p.m.) and Sunday, Aug 23 (10 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
🌳 Grant Park
📍574 Cherokee Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312

08/21/2026

Picture it. A getaway that’s all yours, where you’ll build memories with your loved ones year after year. And maybe even retire someday? A vacation home of your own might be more within reach than you think. Nearly 40% of vacation-home sellers have lowered their asking price recently. That place you’re imagining? DM, and let’s talk about what’s available there.

08/20/2026

🚨 Thinking about selling your home? Slow down for just a sec… 🛑🏡

Before you rush to list it, take a moment to do this one thing that can make a HUGE difference: Get a pre-listing consultation.

Why? Because knowing what buyers are really looking for (and what small changes could boost your value) can mean the difference between sitting on the market… or getting multiple offers.

✅ Price strategy
✅ Easy upgrades with high ROI
✅ Staging tips that actually work

👀 Curious what your home might need before hitting the market? Drop a 🏡 below or shoot me a message — I’m happy to take a look!

08/20/2026

08/20/2026

Save this post; you’re going to want to come back to it before your next nursery run!

If your front porch feels a little “meh” and you can’t figure out why, I’m willing to bet it’s the planters. Not the flowers themselves, the arrangement. The sizing. The container choice. The color story.

08/20/2026

Online searches for “homes for sale” are up more than 20% since last year. Now, that doesn’t mean buyers are flooding the market. But it does mean interest is picking back up. If you’ve been wondering whether anyone’s even looking right now, this is your sign the market isn’t frozen. There are buyers out there doing their homework and preparing for their next move. If you want your house in front of those people, let’s talk strategy.

08/19/2026

🏡 The answer? It depends! Generally, items that are built-in—like the oven, stove, and dishwasher—are included in the sale. But freestanding appliances such as the refrigerator, washer, and dryer aren’t always part of the deal unless they’re specifically listed.

To avoid any last-minute surprises, always double-check the listing details and make sure any must-have items are written into the purchase agreement. ✅