Cartersville Real Estate
Posted: February 27th, 2008
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Cartersville Real Estate
Located northwest of Atlanta, in the rolling hills of north Georgia, sits the vibrant city of Cartersville. Established in 1850, the city offers a great deal of history, such as the Etowah Indian Mounds from 1000
A.D., but also provides an abundance of culture and recreation today, including the Booth Western Art Museum and the Pine Mountain trail.
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Dallas Real Estate
Posted: February 27th, 2008
Category: communities
Homes For Sale in Dallas GA
About Dallas GA Real Estate
As of 2007, Dallas’s population is 9,437 people. Since 2000, it has had a population growth of 86.65 percent. The median home cost in Dallas is $198,500. Home appreciation the last year has been -0.70 percent. Compared to the rest of the country, Dallas’s cost of living is 16.36% Lower than the U.S. average.
Dallas public schools spend $4,725 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $6,058. There are about 16 students per teacher in Dallas. The unemployment rate in Dallas is 3.70 percent(U.S. avg. is 4.60%). Recent job growth is Positive. Dallas jobs have Increased by 2.82 percent.
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Waleska Real Estate
Posted: February 27th, 2008
Category: communities
Homes For Sale in Waleska GA
About Waleska GA Real Estate
Waleska was incorporated in 1889, but the area was settled years earlier, primarily by the Reinhardt, Sharp, Rhyne and Heard families. A store, cotton gin and tobacco factory were in operation at the crossroads by 1856, and a post office was added to the store soon after. For many years, the name of the post office was spelled “Walesca,” but it was changed to its current form to prevent confusion with another town.
Waleska is the home of Reinhardt College. Reinhardt is a four-year college affiliated with The United Methodist Church. The Main Campus is in Waleska, Ga., approximately 45 minutes northwest of Atlanta, and the North Fulton Center of Reinhardt College, an off-campus site, is in Alpharetta, Ga., on Old Milton Parkway.
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Alpharetta Real Estate
Posted: February 27th, 2008
Category: Alpharetta Real Estate
Homes For Sale in Alpharetta GA
About Alpharetta GA Real Estate
Alpharetta is located approximately 23 miles from the thriving city of Atlanta. Travel I-85 North to GA-400 North and take the Haynes Bridge Road Exit- Exit 9.
Background
Alpharetta, known for its beautiful scenery, is one of the fastest growing communities in Georgia. Its residents have experienced a population increase over the last 15 years by approximately 170%. It is recognized as the quintessential place to raise a family and boasts a quality lifestyle free from the dilemmas found in other similar sized cities.
With the convenience of nearby Atlanta, this beautiful southern community enjoys all the benefits of the city while simultaneously offering an ideal place to live and work. Alpharetta is constantly being recognized as one of the hottest markets for real estate in Atlanta.
When visiting be sure to venture to the Historic Downtown Alpharetta Square where you will find the finest antiques, elegant dining establishments, flowers and much more. You will also want to make sure you stop by the Wills Park Equestrian Center which is located on over 50 acres of spectacular foliage and surrounding serenity. Some of the featured annual events at the center include horse shows, bull riding, rodeo, symphony and much more.
Alpharetta Weather
Annual precipitation 51.82″
High temp in July 87
Low temp in Jan 29
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Property Taxes are Changing in Georgia
Posted: February 27th, 2008
Category: real estate news
Property Tax Assessment Freeze Passes 48-7
A proposed Constitutional Amendment by Senator Chip Rogers which would freeze property tax assessments statewide passed the full Senate on Tuesday. Senate Resolution 796 received bi-partisan approval and passed by a vote of 48-7.
"This legislation will bring desperately needed predictability to the property tax system. Currently Georgia property owners are subject to drastic increases in property taxes based upon the actions of their neighbors. Such a tax system is inherently unfair and demands change" said Senator Chip Rogers.
Senate Resolution 796 would freeze all property values at the 2008 assessed amount and allow for annual increases not to exceed 2% for residential property and 3% for non-residential property. The measure will require a super-majority 2/3 vote in the House. It would then be placed on the ballot in November for voter approval.
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$95 Million Property Tax Cut Measure Wins Senate Approval
The Georgia Senate has passed, by a vote of 49-4, a Constitutional Amendment (SR 859) from Senator Chip Rogers which would eliminate the state portion of the Property Tax.
Currently the state collects a one quarter mill ad valorem tax on most property in Georgia. If passed by voters in November, the tax would be eliminated saving Georgians about $95 Million in property taxes during 2010 and increasing yearly after that.
"The state of Georgia really has no business taxing property. Once a person has purchased property the state should have no claim to it." said Senator Chip Rogers, the sponsor of the bill. "This measure will also mean that hard-working Georgians get to keep more of the money they earn. I am certain that those who earned the money will know far better how to spend it than the government."
SR 859
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