Real Estate Insights

Market updates, buying & selling guides, and local stories from the The Debbie Mentesana Group team.

Georgia First-Time Buyer Programs in 2026

Published 2026-11-10

A practical starting point for first-time buyers eyeing Suwanee, Cumming, Duluth, and other Atlanta suburbs: how to approach assistance programs, pre-approval, and closing costs in 2026.

Forum Peachtree Corners: What We Know So Far

Published 2026-11-03

A groundbreaking in 2023 marked the start of Forum Peachtree Corners' mixed-use redevelopment, but newer, confirmed details on dining and retail remain scarce. Here's what's verified and how to check for updates.

What Norcross's Historic Tour Reveals About Its Architecture

Published 2026-11-03

The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation recently led a tour spotlighting Norcross's architectural history, framing the city's built environment as a civic asset worth exploring on foot.

What Affects How Long a Gainesville Home Takes to Sell

Published 2026-10-28

There's no single number for how fast a Gainesville, GA home sells in 2026. Pricing, condition, marketing, and timing all play a role — here's what actually matters.

Lanier Landing: A New Active-Adult Option in Gainesville

Published 2026-10-28

David Weekley Homes has opened sales at Lanier Landing, a new active-adult community in Gainesville. Here's how downsizing buyers can evaluate it against resale options nearby.

Georgianomics 2026: Buyer's or Seller's Market?

Published 2026-10-28

A September 2026 AJC feature asked if metro Atlanta has tipped toward buyers. Here's how to think about that question neighborhood by neighborhood, not metro-wide.