Lifestyles Magazine recently contacted me to assist with an article they will be publishing soon featuring Douglasville's Chapel Hill Golf & Country Club. I was honored to be able to contribute and they were just wonderful to work with. Featuring photos from maryannmc.com, the article will also discuss current local market conditions. I am not sure of the size of the article and that there will be room to publish our entire interview so I would also like to share an excerpt for locals who might miss the upcoming issue, read below to get a sneak peek:




Lifestyles: Although there is a nationwide slow-down in real estate, is the Southern Arc feeling this, or is it still growing rapidly?
MaryAnn: Our area definitely experienced a decrease in sales in 2007, even though real estate markets are local in nature the nationwide media focus on problem areas and the lender difficulties have created problems for everyone. Our market was not really overpriced to begin with but many buyers seem to be waiting for the bottom. The good news is that our prices have remained fairly stable in comparison to many markets.

Lifestyles: What is the greatest trend in new homes you have seen in this area (perhaps the live/work/play concept or more "green" building and neighborhoods)?
MaryAnn: Buyers have proven that they love swim/tennis communities, these homes continue to outpace the rest of the market in the Douglasville area. Nestled up to Chapel Hills Golf and Country Club, Brookmont was one of the best selling communities in Georgia last year.

I was also able to share my thoughts on the local market's outlook, be sure to pick up a copy here to read more. I am very grateful to Lifestyles for giving me the opportunity to help showcase Chapel Hill and share my thoughts on the Douglasville market, I look forward to our future collaborations.