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Germany Andrews Real Estate is a Metro Atlanta real estate team, based in Peachtree City, that helps people buy homes, sell homes, invest in rental property and find commercial space across Georgia. We combine a personalized approach, deep local knowledge and a commitment to integrity, so complex transactions turn into confident decisions. Our motto: Making Your Real Estate Dreams Come True™.

We work across Metro Atlanta and much of Georgia. That includes Atlanta, Buckhead, Brookhaven, Decatur, Sandy Springs, Dunwoody, Alpharetta, Milton, Johns Creek, Roswell, Marietta, Smyrna, Kennesaw and Acworth; South Metro communities like Fayetteville, Peachtree City, Tyrone, Newnan, Senoia, Sharpsburg, McDonough, Stockbridge, Hampton, Locust Grove, Jonesboro, Lovejoy and Griffin; East Metro towns like Conyers, Covington, Lithonia, Stonecrest, Snellville, Lawrenceville and Loganville; and Middle and South Georgia including Macon, Warner Robins, Perry, Columbus, Albany and Americus. Don't see your town? Ask us.

We help with buying a home (first-time and repeat buyers), selling a home, investing in rental property, and finding commercial space. Every client starts with a free, no-obligation consultation and gets a plan built around their goals.

It takes three steps. 1) Schedule a free, no-obligation consultation. 2) Get a customized buying, selling or investment plan. 3) Move forward with full support from trusted local experts. You can start with the contact form on this site or by asking this assistant to have Germany follow up.

Yes. The first consultation is free and there's no obligation. It's a conversation about your goals, timeline and budget, and you leave with a clear next step whether or not you work with us.

Call or text 770-500-2751, email lachrissa.andrews@germanyandrews.com, or use the contact form on this page. Our office is at 401 Westpark Ct, Suite 200, Peachtree City, GA 30269, and office hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

LaChrissa Germany Andrews is the Broker of Germany Andrews Real Estate. She was born and raised in Georgia and has lived and worked throughout Middle Georgia and the Atlanta metro area her whole life. She became a Realtor in 2017 and has guided clients through residential and commercial transactions across South and Middle Georgia and Metro Atlanta, bringing over 25 years of administrative and organizational experience, a calm approach and close attention to detail. Outside real estate she serves as a church administrator and youth director, mentors with the Fayette County Friends Mentoring Program, and has done international mission work. Reach her by call or text at (770) 500-2751.

Yes. Tap Search homes and pick your area: Metro Atlanta homes come from FMLS, and homes anywhere in Georgia come from Georgia MLS. You can filter by city, price, beds and more.

1) Talk to a local agent (it's free to start). 2) Get pre-approved by a lender. 3) Decide your must-haves and which towns fit. 4) Tour homes in person or virtually. 5) Make a strong offer. 6) Use your due diligence period for inspections and final checks. 7) Close with a Georgia closing attorney and get your keys.

Usually not. Some conventional loans allow as little as 3% down, FHA loans 3.5%, and VA and USDA loans can be 0% down for eligible buyers. Putting down less than 20% on a conventional loan usually means paying mortgage insurance. A lender confirms what you qualify for, and programs and terms can change.

Pre-qualification is a quick estimate based on what you tell a lender about your income and debts. Pre-approval means the lender has verified your income, assets and credit and issued a letter with a loan amount. Sellers take a pre-approved offer much more seriously, so get pre-approved before you start touring.

Yes. The Georgia Dream Homeownership Program, run by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, offers down payment assistance to eligible buyers through approved lenders. Some cities and counties have their own programs too, such as Invest Atlanta for the City of Atlanta. Each has income limits, price limits and other rules that change over time, so check with an approved lender for current details. We can point you to lenders who work with these programs.

Most Georgia purchase contracts give the buyer a due diligence period, a set number of days negotiated in the offer. During it you can inspect the home, review costs and, in general, walk away for any reason. Buyers often pay the seller a due diligence fee for this right; it's usually non-refundable but credited toward the price if you close. Read your contract and ask your agent or attorney about the exact terms.

Earnest money is a good-faith deposit you make when your offer is accepted. It's held in escrow, typically by a brokerage or the closing attorney, and applied toward your costs at closing. If you back out after your due diligence period without a valid contract reason, you can lose it, so know your deadlines.

We strongly recommend one, and it should happen within your due diligence period. A general inspection looks at the roof, structure, plumbing, electrical and HVAC. In Georgia a wood-destroying insect (termite) report is common, and some buyers add radon, sewer scope or other specialty inspections.

Common buyer costs include lender and loan fees, the closing attorney's fee, title insurance, Georgia's intangible recording tax on the mortgage ($1.50 per $500 borrowed), prepaid property taxes and homeowners insurance, and escrow deposits. Who pays what can be negotiated, and sellers sometimes contribute. Your lender gives you an official Loan Estimate with the actual numbers.

Georgia is an attorney-closing state, so a licensed Georgia attorney conducts the closing, handles the funds and records the deed. Closings typically happen at the attorney's office, and some can be done in part remotely.

Yes. Since August 2024, a written agreement with your buyer's agent before touring homes is standard across the U.S. It spells out the services you'll get and how your agent is paid. Compensation is negotiable, and we'll walk you through the agreement before you sign.

Finding the right home varies a lot by budget and area. Once you're under contract, a financed purchase often closes in about 30 to 45 days, and cash purchases can close faster. Getting pre-approved first is the best way to speed things up.

If the home is your primary residence, you can apply for a homestead exemption with your county tax assessor to lower your property taxes. In most Georgia counties the deadline is April 1 for that tax year. Rules and amounts vary by county, so check your county's tax assessor website.

Nobody can reliably time the market. The better question is whether buying fits your budget, savings and how long you plan to stay. In a free consultation we'll run the numbers for your situation, and your lender can show payments at today's rates.

Request a free home value report on our site. For a precise number, we prepare a comparative market analysis based on recent nearby sales, your home's condition and upgrades. Online estimates can miss by thousands because they've never been inside your home.

Typical seller costs include real estate commission (always negotiable), Georgia's transfer tax of $1 per $1,000 of the sale price, paying off your mortgage, any repairs or credits you agree to, prorated property taxes, and attorney or closing fees. We'll give you an estimated net sheet before you list so you know what you'll walk away with.

Price it right from day one, based on comparable recent sales. Overpricing to leave room to negotiate usually backfires: the home sits, buyers wonder what's wrong, and it often sells for less than it would have at the right price.

Start with the basics: declutter, deep clean and fix small things buyers notice. Low-cost upgrades with big impact include paint on the front door, updated light fixtures, fresh mulch and flowers, new house numbers and a professional cleaning. Then invest in professional listing photos.

Spring usually brings the most buyers. Winter has fewer competing listings and buyers who need to move, like relocations, so it can work well too. The right time depends on your next move. Planning a spring sale? Start preparing a few months ahead.

Sellers in Georgia commonly complete a Seller's Property Disclosure Statement, and you should never hide known defects. Being upfront protects you and builds trust with buyers. For questions about your specific obligations, talk with a Georgia real estate attorney.

Yes. Common approaches include making your purchase contingent on selling your home, using a bridge loan, negotiating a short rent-back after you sell, or using temporary housing. The best option depends on your equity and the market, and we'll help you plan the timing.

Yes. We help investors find rental properties, estimate rents and cash flow, and understand the areas where the numbers work. Tell us your budget and goals and we'll put together a plan.

Yes. We help businesses and investors look for commercial space. Share what you need (type of space, size, location and budget) and we'll follow up.

Under fair housing rules we don't steer buyers or describe neighborhoods by who lives there. We're glad to help you compare areas by commute, price range, home styles, lot sizes and amenities. For schools, check the Georgia Department of Education and the school district's websites, and for crime information, check the local police department. Visiting at different times of day helps too.

Loan officers we work with include Paige Seibert, Senior Loan Officer at Banksouth Mortgage in Milton (770-315-0782, NMLS 200705), Kelton Brown of Guild Mortgage (205-344-1324, NMLS 766086), and Modesty Martinez of Premier Mortgage Resources (208-598-5633, NMLS 2543499). You're always free to choose any lender. Rates, points and fees change and aren't guaranteed, so ask a lender for current numbers.

Our preferred closing attorneys include Kia Nicole Sutton, Esq. of Fee Simple Law (feesimple.law) and Pierre Ifill, Esq. (pierre@thehilaw.com). In Georgia, an attorney conducts the closing.

Inspectors our clients have used include DSM Home Inspections (David S. Morgan, serving Jonesboro, Stockbridge and Peachtree City), 5 Point Certified Inspections (Danielle Morgan) and GMS Home Inspections Atlanta (Glenn Gordon). Book your inspection early in your due diligence period.

For moving: All My Sons Moving & Storage, College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving, A Better Way Moving, Hewes Family Movers, Mark the Mover and Zip Moving & Storage. For landscaping: New Leaf Landscape Services and Man's ASAP Landscaping & Handyman Service. See the Trusted Partners section on this page for links, plus review sites for home warranties and pest control.

After you're pre-approved and touring, your agent helps you write an offer covering price, closing date, financing, earnest money and contingencies. Once it's accepted: you apply for the loan and send documents, inspect the home and negotiate any repairs, the lender orders an appraisal and underwrites your file, the title is checked, you arrange homeowners insurance, do a final walk-through, then review your Closing Disclosure and sign. Common delays are missing documents, appraisal timing, title issues and repairs. Avoid new debt, answer requests quickly, and always confirm wire instructions by phone with a known number to avoid fraud.

It depends on your budget, timeline and need for flexibility. Owning costs more than the mortgage (taxes, insurance, HOA dues and upkeep) and takes upfront cash, but it can build equity and gives you stability and control. Renting is more flexible and simpler to qualify for but builds no equity. Buying usually makes more sense if you plan to stay several years. Compare both with the same assumptions; we're happy to run the numbers with you.

1) Consultation about your goals and timing. 2) Pricing based on a comparative market analysis. 3) Repairs, cleaning, records and seller disclosures. 4) Listing agreement and marketing plan: photos, online exposure and showings. 5) Showings. 6) Review and negotiate offers. 7) Buyer inspections and any repair requests. 8) Appraisal if the buyer is financing. 9) Title check and documents. 10) Final walk-through. 11) Closing: sign, pay off your mortgage and hand over the keys.

The big ones: budgeting only for the monthly payment instead of the full cost of owning, touring before getting pre-approved, opening new credit or changing jobs during underwriting, forgetting closing costs, skipping the inspection, mistaking cosmetic updates for sound systems, not reading HOA documents, not getting insurance quotes early, and skipping the final walk-through.

Our team includes LaChrissa Germany Andrews, Broker, (770) 500-2751, lachrissa.andrews@germanyandrews.com, and Destiny Bean, Realtor®, (770) 294-0480 cell or (888) 698-4273 office, destiny.bean@germanyandrews.com. You can read both bios in the Meet the Team section.

Destiny Bean is a Realtor® with Germany Andrews Real Estate. Born and raised in Montgomery, Alabama, she now serves buyers and sellers across Georgia and brings a personal touch that includes interior decorating and design, helping clients picture and create their ideal space. Whether you're buying your first home, upgrading or selling, she focuses on making the process smooth and stress-free. Reach her at (770) 294-0480 or destiny.bean@germanyandrews.com.