Kim Tullos-Realtor

10/16/2026

Small autumn fixes can prevent major home damage down the line. Discover which seasonal tasks protect your home’s value before winter arrives in this blog post via the link in the comments.

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10/16/2026

Section of Atlanta called most homebuyer-friendly ZIP code in Georgia
Interesting news for Georgia homebuyers—Atlanta’s 30314 ZIP code has just been named the most homebuyer-friendly area in the state. In this neighborhood, only 11.1% of homes are selling above list price, and sellers are accepting about 96% of their asking price. With homes spending a median of 86 days on the market, buyers have more room to negotiate and find the right fit. As someone who helps clients navigate the Georgia and Alabama markets, I’m always on the lookout for pockets of opportunity like this that can make a real difference for those looking to invest, purchase, or make a move.


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10/15/2026

U.S. Housing Market Faces a 2026 Pause
The latest national forecast suggests we may see a slower pace in the housing market by Q4 2026, with existing-home sales projected to drop about 4% year over year. For those thinking about buying, this shift could mean less competition—more homes available, fewer bidding wars, and greater negotiating power when it comes to repairs or price adjustments. Even as the market cools, home prices are expected to hold steady because many homeowners are staying put, thanks to their lower locked-in mortgage rates, which keeps resale inventory limited despite higher borrowing costs. Meanwhile, renting is becoming more attractive, with rents forecast to rise around 2% and the typical monthly cost to buy hovering near $3,000. As a REALTOR helping clients across Georgia and Alabama, I’m watching how factors like future mortgage rates, life changes, and new construction could gradually open up more opportunities for both buyers and sellers. If you’re weighing your options or curious about what this means for your next move, you’re not alone—navigating these shifts is what I do every day.

10/14/2026

Are AI Home Valuation Tools Worth the Cost?
There’s a lot of buzz around AI home valuation tools these days—promising faster results, lower costs, and more efficiency. But as someone who helps folks buy and sell homes here in Coweta County every day, I’ve seen that these tools can be pretty hit-or-miss on accuracy. Free online estimates pull from public records, past sales, and listings, so they’re great for a quick ballpark figure, but they aren’t true appraisals and can leave homeowners with the wrong impression about their property’s real value. On the other end, there are advanced tools for lenders and investors, with subscriptions and extra features like forecasts or human review, aiming for more consistent results. Still, there are concerns about these algorithms picking up old biases, which can impact everything from neighborhood values to refinancing and even sales outcomes—plus, regulators are watching closely. My advice as your local REALTOR? Use AI valuations as a starting point, but always combine them with transparency and the insight of a real person who knows the area. When it comes to major decisions, nothing beats local expertise.

10/14/2026

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10/14/2026

Dinner, but make it theater. Think tequila-flamed tomahawk, hand-pressed duck, ch*****ne carts, and mozzarella stretched tableside. Across the country, luxury restaurants are turning the art of dining into an experience you can watch unfold at your seat. Explore the trend in the Fall 2026 issue of Prestige Magazine via the link in the comments.

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10/13/2026

Fannie Mae predicts where home prices are headed next
Fannie Mae’s latest outlook sheds light on where our market might be heading: mortgage rates are expected to remain elevated through 2027, and home prices could climb about 14.7% by 2030, reaching an average of $576,000. While a housing crash isn’t likely, it’s as important as ever to keep affordability front and center—and to negotiate when the market allows. As someone who guides buyers and sellers in Coweta County and the surrounding areas of Georgia and Alabama, I always focus on helping clients make smart moves in a shifting market.

10/13/2026

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10/12/2026

Refinancing Fades as Home Equity Surges
As someone who guides clients through buying and selling homes in Coweta County, I keep a close watch on how mortgage trends impact our local market. Recently, mortgage rates climbed near 7% after a quarter-point central bank increase to around 4%, making it harder for homeowners with older, lower-rate loans to refinance. This shift showed up in the numbers: refinance applications dropped about 9% in the past week, while purchase requests fell just 1%, and overall demand was down by around 4%. Refis made up only about 39% of applications. Looking at the bigger picture, over the three months leading to mid-Q3 2026, refinance interest dipped to just 2%—a big drop from 39% last year—while home equity products surged to about 76%. Homeowners are tapping into their equity more than ever; mid-Q3 inquiry volume jumped about 11% month-over-month and over 150% year-over-year. At the same time, the gap in 30-year lender rates now means a $333 bigger monthly payment on a $400,000 loan. Late in the quarter, builder sentiment softened to its lowest point since 2025, and the 10-year Treasury rose above 5%, keeping mortgage rate swings in the spotlight. Staying current with these shifts helps me support clients as they navigate their real estate decisions in Georgia and Alabama.

10/12/2026

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