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Notes on Atlanta
Luxury Real Estate.

I write The Journal the way I advise clients: directly, without the fluff. These are notes on what actually happens when you buy, sell, or own at the top of Atlanta's market, the kind of detail that only becomes clear once you're living inside the transaction.

Since 2009, this market has taught me that the questions people ask after closing are usually more useful than the ones they ask before it. This is where I answer them first.

Garden Hills, Atlanta: Buying a Historic Home in Buckhead’s Walkable Pocket
November 2026

Garden Hills, Atlanta: Buying a Historic Home in Buckhead’s Walkable Pocket

Garden Hills pairs 1920s homes, a neighborhood pool and walkable streets in the middle of Buckhead. What buyers should know about homes,…

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Buying a Condo in Buckhead: What to Check Before You Fall for the View
November 2026

Buying a Condo in Buckhead: What to Check Before You Fall for the View

The view sells Buckhead condos. The building decides whether they are a good buy. What I check on HOA dues, reserves, rules…

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Sherwood Forest, Atlanta: The Intown Neighborhood Most People Drive Past
November 2026

Sherwood Forest, Atlanta: The Intown Neighborhood Most People Drive Past

Tucked between Ansley Park and the Downtown Connector, Sherwood Forest is one of Atlanta's quietest intown neighborhoods. What buyers should know about…

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Living Near Chastain Park: What Buyers Should Know Before They Buy
October 2026

Living Near Chastain Park: What Buyers Should Know Before They Buy

What it is really like to live near Chastain Park in Buckhead, what homes cost, which streets feel the concerts, and what…

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Peachtree Heights East vs. Peachtree Heights West: Same Name, Different Neighborhoods
October 2026

Peachtree Heights East vs. Peachtree Heights West: Same Name, Different Neighborhoods

Peachtree Heights East and West share a name and a road, but not much else. How the two Buckhead neighborhoods compare on…

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Buckhead Neighborhoods, Explained: Which Part of Buckhead Fits How You Live
October 2026

Buckhead Neighborhoods, Explained: Which Part of Buckhead Fits How You Live

Buckhead is not one neighborhood. A Compass advisor breaks down the distinct pockets inside it, from Tuxedo Park to Garden Hills, and…

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New Construction in Brookhaven, GA: Where It’s Being Built and What to Expect
October 2026

New Construction in Brookhaven, GA: Where It’s Being Built and What to Expect

Where new construction is actually happening in Brookhaven, GA, what it costs relative to the older homes beside it, and what to…

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Does a Basement Add Value to a Luxury Home in Atlanta?
September 2026

Does a Basement Add Value to a Luxury Home in Atlanta?

A finished basement can add real value to an Atlanta luxury home, but only when it's built and marketed correctly. Here's how…

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How Much Does a Luxury Pool Add to Home Value in Atlanta?
September 2026

How Much Does a Luxury Pool Add to Home Value in Atlanta?

How much does a luxury pool really add to home value in Atlanta? A Compass advisor on what buyers actually pay for,…

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Buckhead vs. Sandy Springs: Which Fits Your Luxury Real Estate Search
September 2026

Buckhead vs. Sandy Springs: Which Fits Your Luxury Real Estate Search

Buckhead or Sandy Springs for a luxury home? A Compass advisor compares address, land, price, and lifestyle across Atlanta's two top markets.

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