Chad Lariscy\’s Blog

In a recent article written by Norman Cooper in our North Georgia News, he quoted Union County Commissioner Lamar Paris as saying this, œwe have projected our 2009 expenses to be covered without a Property Tax Increase.

Based upon a public hearing that was held back in December of 2008 where Lamar Paris went over Union County™s budget for 2009, he also stated œ¦we are thankful with the economic slow down that we will be able to maintain our 2008 budget.

This is great news for Union County Residents here in the North Georgia Mountains. Last years Tax Increase was substantial in my opinion so it is good to hear that our Property Taxes will be remaining the same for 2009.

One thing that I also read in the article that disturbed me was the fact that there will be an increase of 3.3% for Health Care for Jail Inmates of Union County. A total of $124, 050.03 is budgeted for this year to cover this cost. Are you kidding me? One thing I don™t get involved in and especially on my site is politics, but  I guess  I just haven™t ever realized that we are paying for Criminals to have Health Care when so many Law Abiding Citizens are struggling to afford it, even if they have it! Unbelievable. Commissioner Paris went on to say, œHealth Care for inmates continues to be a huge cost that is, unfortunately, a part of owning a jail. I agree Mr. Paris, it is unfortunate.

There are many ways to research Property Taxes here in Blairsville Georgia, and all the other surrounding counties. If I can be of any assistance to you, or if  I can provide you with any advice such as how to save on your Homeowners Property Tax, please call me at 706.633.8186 or you can email me at Chad@TheFrontPorchView.com. Thanks so much for visiting and come back often.

Recently I received a call from a past client  with alarming news. Unfortunately their new Georgia Mountain Cabin had been burglarized just before the new year. After talking with them and receiving an email with some great tips for detouring future break-ins, I decided to do a little research myself and I believe that I have come up with some great tips for you to keep your North Georgia Mountain Cabin more safe.

I do want to say that Union County, Fannin County, and Gilmer County are among the lowest in crime rates in the entire  state of Georgia. This is one of among many things that make purchasing a Retirement Home or Second Home so attractive, not too mention the beautiful North Georgia Mountains, change of seasons, the Rivers and Lakes that is far and above the most attractive. Read the rest of this entry »

I™ve just sold a Resale – single family property at 285 Flat Creek Crossing in Blue Ridge. Come and visit my site to see other properties in that area. If you are interested in looking for or selling your home, please Contact Me.

Let me introduce myself, my name is Chad and I am nothing more than  mere shredded paper waste by definition. I was created by holes left in paper, and I became famous in the 2000 United States Presidential Election. Now it is my understanding that there are many forms of chads, there is the pregnant chad, the dimpled chad, and one of my favorites and probably the most famous¦.the hanging chad.

Now I could sit and wonder why my parents decided to name me after shredded waste, but to give them the benefit of the doubt, I am not sure anyone even knew what a chad was until the previous mentioned Presidential Election. I blame the good old state of Florida for that, and after beating my Georgia Bulldogs over the weekend, well the nicest thing I can say about that is ROLL TIDE!

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I™ve just sold a Resale – single family property at 241 River Road in Ellijay. Come and visit my site to see other properties in that area. If you are interested in looking for or selling your home, please Contact Me.

I™ve just sold a New – single family property at 52 Evening Shade Court in Morganton. Come and visit my site to see other properties in that area. If you are interested in looking for or selling your home, please Contact Me.

A low-maintenance active adult neighborhood, The Oaks is located five minutes from downtown Blue Ridge Georgia  and is walking distance to Tammen Park and the Toccoa River. The nature trail invites bike riders and strollers alike. Paved roads, city water and sewer. It™s all here at The Oaks.

The Oaks at Blue Ridge is a 55 and over gated community. There are 24 homes planned for Phase One with 60 total at completion. Lake Blue Ridge is  close-by, as well as theRiverstone Medical Campus  and Fannin Regional Hospital is less than 5 miles.

At The Oaks, we™ve focused on feature and paid attention to detail to make living here a pleasure. From the front gate to your front door, this over 55 active adult retirement community creates a beautiful setting to come home to. Outside your home, will be a community center and covered pavillion available to all members. Near the pavillion will be the outdoor BBQ grills, a stone fireplace and picnic tables to enjoy friends and family in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains.

This over 55, active adult, low maintenance community is located again in the small town of Blue Ridge in the North Georgia Mountains. Serene, quaint and charming. The Oaks is located only 2 hours north of Atlanta, 30 miles from Murphy, North Carolina and 85 miles from Chattanooga, Tennessee.

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This is a very unique property here in Blue Ridge. We have very few  communities in the mountains that offer the ammenities that The Oaks can offer. If you should have any questions or concerns, or you would like additional information, please don™t hesitate to call me at 706.633.8186 or you can email me at ChadL@KW.com. Thank you so much for taking the time to learn a little more about The Oaks.

The Cadence Equestrian Community is situated on over 510 acres of rolling meadows, wooded mountain slopes and wetlands. Development of 150 homesites has been thoughtfully planned to preserve over 100 acres of open space, and protect wildlife and other natural treasures.

In addition to the Equestrian Center, amenities include a Lodge with swimming pool, clubhouse & exercise room. The master plan integrates the equestrian lifestyle into everyday life and connects family, friends and nature through the extensive network of riding and hiking trails.

Whether seeking solitude or company, residents will find intimate and imaginative destinations such as a ridge-top pavilion with covered fireplace, a hitching post at a favorite fishing hole, and a bird watching blind at the wetlands boardwalk. And always, just over the fence, they will find the soothing, regal presence of horses. Read the rest of this entry »

I™ve just sold a Resale – single family property at 13 Blue BIrd Lane in Blue Ridge. Come and visit my site to see other properties in that area. If you are interested in looking for or selling your home, please Contact Me.

Keller Williams Realty International came out with  a great article this week concerning Buyers, and why  most are just not  willing to pull  the trigger on buying a home in today™s market.

I know that activity has made a positve move over the past several weeks. Emails are coming in and the phones are beginning to ring again. Boy¦.is it a good thing to hear those phones ringing again! This is great information that I wanted to get out to North Georgia Mountain Real Estate Buyer™s and Investors. Whether you are looking to buy in Blue Ridge, Blairsville or Ellijay, I hope that you find this information very useful.

It™s time to get potential home-owners to go ahead and buy in this so-called œbuyer™s market

While today™s market plays to their advantage, buyers, who should be swooping in to make the most of reduced housing costs and favorable interest rates, are sitting by, waiting.

It is up to you, as a competent and informed real estate agent, to mobilize your potential buyers to invest in home ownership now. When the market turns, today™s bargains will be yesterday™s missed opportunities.

While it is conceivable that home prices may drop further, it is likely that these decreased prices will be accompanied by increased financing costs due to rate cuts by the Fed. This means that any money saved on paying less for a house in a few months time will be offset by your client having to pay off their mortgage at a higher interest rate making œplaying the waiting game a waste of time (and very little fun). Read the rest of this entry »