Coweta Fayette Real Estate & Newnan Homes for sale blog by Richard Weisser of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Metro Brokers

Country Music Superstar Alan Jackson returned to his hometown, Newnan Georgia, on Tuesday April 29 to sign autographs of music CD's and his wife, Denise Jackson's latest book: "It's All About Him: Finding the Love of My Life."

The line extended out the door of downtown's Scott's Book Store and down the street, as friends and fans waited up to two hours to spend a few seconds with Newnan's most famous native son.

Alan and Denise were as cordial and friendly as could be under the circumstances, as they tried to accomodate everyone's desire for autographs and photos.

However, the weather was nearly perfect, and the crowd was orderly, and everyone seemed to enjoy spending the afternoon outside with other Alan Jackson devotees.

Afterwards, the Jackson waved to the crowd as he climbed into his tour bus for a well-deserved rest. It was a fine ending to a special day in Coweta County,

Richard Weisser, Broker, Associate Broker, Auctioneer, E-Pro, CE Instructor Era United Realty, Newnan Georgia, Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc. Serving Coweta, Fayette, Heard, Meriwether, South Fulton, Pike and Spalding Counties 770-827-6225, 770-683-8400 X364, 770-683-8401 (FAX) All content, including text, original art, photographs and images, is the exclusive property of Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc., and may not be used without the expressed written permission of Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc.  Copyright 2003-2008.

It's a rainy Sunsay morning in Sharpsburg Georgia. I don't have a problem with that. After one of the worst droughts in memory, we've had an adequate amount of rain this year. But the fact that we were within 60 days of completely running out of water last year means that we no longer take these Spring showers for granted.

Seems like we're having a lot more shortages than usual lately. Petroleum is scarce, due to increased demand, and with the rising cost of petroleum goes the price of just about every other product and commodity. It's a bit disconcerting to go to the grocery store and notice weekly increases in just about everything.

The one obvious exception to these global price increases seems to be the cost of owning real estate. With prices lower than any time in the recent past, and interest rates that are still very buyer-friendly, housing is more affordable than any time in the last 5 years.

If you have been waiting for the perfect time to buy your forst home, I heartily suggest that you call a real estate agent today. Don't miss this opportunity to save on this important cost of living item that is currently the one one place where you can actually save money now, and for years to come!

Richard Weisser, Broker, Associate Broker, Auctioneer, E-Pro, CE Instructor Era United Realty, Newnan Georgia, Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc. Serving Coweta, Fayette, Heard, Meriwether, South Fulton, Pike and Spalding Counties 770-827-6225, 770-683-8400 X364, 770-683-8401 (FAX) All content, including text, original art, photographs and images, is the exclusive property of Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc., and may not be used without the expressed written permission of Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc.  Copyright 2003-2008.

Let me just start by saying that I overthink everything. Even some of the most basic conundrums can take hours of reckoning before I come to a conclusion that satisfies me.

But sometimes, the brain clouds over, and rationality goes straight out the window. Sometime an answer is needed right away, and there is not enough time to evaluate all of the possible consequences.

Ah, but clouds in the right place can accentuate, and add contrast to the images forming in the brain. They can obscure inconsequential fluff, leaving the foreground subject clearer and more defined,

Sometimes overthinking an answer can obscure the obvious! I'm not saying that your first instinct is always correct, but that only the elements directly related to a decision need to be considered. Lay out what is important, what really needs to be considered in the decision making process, and disregard the rest!

If I could just learn to do that, I could finally get some sleep!

Richard Weisser, Broker, Associate Broker, Auctioneer, E-Pro, CE Instructor Era United Realty, Newnan Georgia, Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc. Serving Coweta, Fayette, Heard, Meriwether, South Fulton, Pike and Spalding Counties 770-827-6225, 770-683-8400 X364, 770-683-8401 (FAX) All content, including text, original art, photographs and images, is the exclusive property of Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc., and may not be used without the expressed written permission of Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc.  Copyright 2003-2008.

Greenville Street Park in beautiful downtown Newnan Georgia celebrated its official grand opening on Friday night, April 18 2008.

The park was opened in grand style with a free public jazz concert in the new outdoor amphitheater. The weather was perfect, and the music was light and smooth. The laid back crowd relaxed and enjoyed the ambiance of the new facility combined with the sweet strains of music.

The concert was held in conjunction with the 2008 Spring Art Walk on the courthouse square, and was followed on Saturday April 20 with the Spring tour of homes.

The event was sponsored by MainStreet Newnan, a trade association of downtown merchants.

If you haven't been to downtown Newnan lately, do pay a visit. It is alive and vibrant, with lots of unique shops and restaurants that are sure to offer something of interest to everyone.

And it is a wonderful walking area, with excellent traffic control and protected crosswalks. And don't forget your camera. There are many historic buildings and homes in the area, and the whole town is a photographer's delight.

Why not plan a trip today!

Richard Weisser, Broker, Associate Broker, Auctioneer, E-Pro, CE Instructor Era United Realty, Newnan Georgia, Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc. Serving Coweta, Fayette, Heard, Meriwether, South Fulton, Pike and Spalding Counties 770-827-6225, 770-683-8400 X364, 770-683-8401 (FAX) All content, including text, original art, photographs and images, is the exclusive property of Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc., and may not be used without the expressed written permission of Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc.  Copyright 2003-2008.

Fayette County Georgia was once a bustling agricultural community, and the planters that grew corn and other grains required the services of a miller to prepare their crops for consumption.

The historic Marker at Starr's Mill reads: "The property that became Starr's Mill was owned by Hananiah Gilcoat who built the first mill here before his death in 1825. This site, on Whitewater Creek, was less than a mile from the boundary between Creek Indian lands and the State of Georgia. Hilliard Starr, who owned the mill from 1866 until 1879, gave the site its current name. After the first two log structures burned, William T. Glower built the current building in 1907. The mill operated until 1959, using a water powered turbine, instead of a wheel, to grind corn and operate a sawmill. The Starr's Mill site also included a cotton gin and a dynamo that produced electricity for nearby Senoia."

As time moved on, these industries ceased to be economically viable, and one by one, the mills began to disappear. Starr's Mill survived as a pay fishing lake, and became a popular spot for anglers and picnickers. Fayette County officials, realizing the significance of this treasure, purchase the property and created a county park for it's citizens. It is run under the auspices of the Fayette County Water Department. If you are in the Atlanta area, and would like to visit Starr's Mill, just take I-75 South to Georgia 85 ( NOT Interstate 85) South, through Riverdale and then Fayetteville and the Mill is about 5 miles past the courthouse square on the right. It is plainly visible from the road so you can't miss it.

Plan on spending all day. It's a nice place for fishing, wading, picnicking, walking and of course, taking photographs!Fayette County also boasts Georgia's oldest courthouse, and a popular park at Lake Horton, but those are subjects for future musings!

Richard Weisser, Broker, Associate Broker, Auctioneer, E-Pro, CE Instructor Era United Realty, Newnan Georgia, Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc. Serving Coweta, Fayette, Heard, Meriwether, South Fulton, Pike and Spalding Counties 770-827-6225, 770-683-8400 X364, 770-683-8401 (FAX) All content, including text, original art, photographs and images, is the exclusive property of Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc., and may not be used without the expressed written permission of Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc.  Copyright 2003-2008.

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited National Park in the United States. Every year, over eleven million visitors com to enjoy the natural wonder and beauty of the mountains.

I have been taking photographs of the areafor thirty years now, and even if I take a hundred photos from the same vantage point, they are always different! Sometimes in a subtle way, sometimes more obvious.

In 1999 I compiled my film photos into an archive. You can see the film photos at:

SmokyPhotos.com

I also put together a collection of photos of the North Georgia Mountains and surrounding communities. You can see these photos at:

NorthGeorgiaPhotos.com

If you get a chance, have a look at my sites and my photos. Hopefully, you enjoy them as much as I did when I created them!

Richard Weisser, Broker, Associate Broker, Auctioneer, E-Pro, CE Instructor Era United Realty, Newnan Georgia, Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc. Serving Coweta, Fayette, Heard, Meriwether, South Fulton, Pike and Spalding Counties 770-827-6225, 770-683-8400 X364, 770-683-8401 (FAX) All content, including text, original art, photographs and images, is the exclusive property of Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc., and may not be used without the expressed written permission of Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc.  Copyright 2003-2008.

Yes indeedy! One of the best kept secrets in Atlanta is the Michael C. Carlos Museum at Emory University. They have fabulous collections from many cultures of antiquity, including an Egyptian exhibit that will knock your socks off!

It is low key, rarely crowded, self guided and donation driven. You may have to pay a nominal admission to see special exhibitions, but that's only to help defray expenses.

And there are mummies, from different ages and eras. There are ornate coffins and sarcophagi and treasures of the pat. There are even mummies of animals. It's a treasure trove of the past and a fantastic adventure that's not to be missed.

The museum received prestige and noteriety recently, as a part of the collection was found to be the mummy of Ramesses I. The excitement of having a king at the museum was absolutely overwhelming. In a spirit of respect and deep appreciation for the momentousness of this discovery, Ramesses I was sent back to Egypt to lie in state with other Pharaohs.

Starting November 15th, King Tutankhamun will be honored with a special exhibition. It's expected to be a crowd pleaser.

To visit the Michael C. Carlos Museum online, Click here or on the photo. You can get all the relevant information you need!

Visit soon, I'm sure the mummies will appreciate the company!

Richard Weisser, Broker, Associate Broker, Auctioneer, E-Pro, CE Instructor Era United Realty, Newnan Georgia, Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc. Serving Coweta, Fayette, Heard, Meriwether, South Fulton, Pike and Spalding Counties 770-827-6225, 770-683-8400 X364, 770-683-8401 (FAX) All content, including text, original art, photographs and images, is the exclusive property of Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc., and may not be used without the expressed written permission of Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc.  Copyright 2003-2008.

I have written a few posts lately about a property here in Georgia that went to the courthouse steps on Tuesday. I was aware that the foreclosure process was different is most states, and here in Georgia we typically have non-judicial foreclosure.

What that essentially boils down to is this:

1) The lender sends the borrower a notice that they are in default, and the foreclosure process is started.

2) The property is advertised in the legal organ of the county for four weeks, prior to the first Tuesday of the following month. During this time, the borrow may cure the deficiency, satisfy the loan, or work out a deal with the lender, possibly a short-sale.

3) If the borrower lives in the house as a primary residence and declares bankruptcy, the property could be pulled from foreclosure until the bankruptcy is resolved.

4) On the first Tuesday of the month, after 10 A.M. on the courthouse steps, literally, the property is offered at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash.

If you think you'll get a fantastic deal, think again. The lender will almost always enter a bid in the amount of the mortgage balance PLUS attorney's fee!

 what do you think? How does it compare to your state?

Richard Weisser, Broker, Associate Broker, Auctioneer, E-Pro, CE Instructor Era United Realty, Newnan Georgia, Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc. Serving Coweta, Fayette, Heard, Meriwether, South Fulton, Pike and Spalding Counties 770-827-6225, 770-683-8400 X364, 770-683-8401 (FAX) All content, including text, original art, photographs and images, is the exclusive property of Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc., and may not be used without the expressed written permission of Coweta Fayette Real Estate, Inc.  Copyright 2003-2008. Writer's opinion, Not intended as legal advice.