We’re here to help you find your way home.

Since 1979, we’ve been serving Atlanta’s intown neighborhoods from the heart of Grant Park.

At Adams, we are…

Collaborative

At Adams, we’re here to work with you to achieve your real estate goals, especially when it comes to finding the right buyers for your home.

Invested

We are invested in your success. Your home is your most valuable asset, and our team will go the extra mile to bring in the best value for your home.

Optimistic

We believe good things come to those who look on the bright side. Our experience and our legacy give us the wisdom and insights to make the most of every opportunity.

Neighborhood Activists

From our early years in Grant Park, we have always been committed to the communities that make Atlanta so special. We believe in Intown Atlanta and love it.

Testimonials

“Shana was amazing to work with. All along the way she was popping over to help me decide paint colors and staging decor. She even brought over half a dozen plants for the porch and deck, a big help, since I was working around the clock to get everything ready. I thought about selling by owner, but I'm so glad I didn't. There was so much to navigate, and my hands were full enough with all the projects I had to complete. One of the biggest benefits with going with Shana and Adams Realtors, was that she was able to bring over 7 fellow agents to walk through, and help set the price. This really got a buzz going and we sold the house in 2-3 days! Thanks Shana!”

—Charles, Chosewood Park

“Gigi Conner is a top-notch realtor! She is always professional, quick to respond and easy to work with. Most importantly, Gigi knows the intown Atlanta neighborhoods inside and out. She offered thoughtful guidance and advice throughout the selling and buying process- and really made the process smooth for us. She is diligent and thoughtful- someone you can trust to have your interests as her top priority. Highly recommend Gigi for both selling and buying a home!”

—Shannon, Candler Park

“Jon is fantastic! We're first-time home buyers and he walked us through every part of the process. He was incredibly attentive and responsive -- after listening to what we were looking for he made recommendations for places for us to see and got us in to look at a couple of properties before they'd been listed. Anytime we sent him a listing he got us in for a showing immediately, and was super flexible around our schedule constraints. When we found a place that we liked in Grant Park Jon crafted an offer, and helped us negotiate with the seller. Once it was accepted he gave us recommendations for home inspectors, movers, and vendors that he had worked with before. He came to the home inspection and talked through the report with us, pointing out all of the things he felt like we should pay attention to and what we should ask the sellers to fix. We'd highly recommend Jon to anyone looking to buy in the Atlanta area: he knows his trade, he knows the market, and he's just a genuinely pleasant and enthusiastic guy.”

—Matt, Grant Park

What You Need To Know To Sell Your Home

Repairs

Capital Gains Tax

Mortgage Payoff

Set a Competitive Price

Stage Your Home

Market, Market, Market!

Prepare to Negotiate

Closing & Moving Preparations

Once you have decided to sell, but before you list with your Realtor, fix any small problems or routine wear and tear. The bigger stuff like HVAC, roof, and water heater need to be listed on your Seller’s Property Disclosure. If your larger systems are aging out, this could be a red flag for Buyers. Discuss options with your Realtor. A good idea is to do a pre Sellers inspection and then chat with your Realtor on what makes sense to repair or replace prior to listing.

Have you owned your home longer than two years? If your home is your primary residence, you must live in it for two years to not pay Capital Gains Tax unless your profit exceeds $250,000 for a single person, or $500,000 for a couple.

Reach out to your lender and get your mortgage payoff. This is essential in understanding your sale proceeds.

Your Realtor will gather information on recently sold comparables in your market. Look at homes that are similar to yours in age, style and location. Once comps have been analyzed, your Realtor will determine an educated list price. It is very important not to over price your property. Keep in mind your Realtor will want to address the next step and what you will be doing to maximize your list price and time on the market.

Focus on your home’s marketability — your listing agent / Realtor will help you. Boxing up personal items and family photos allows buyers to envision themselves in the home. Store extra pieces of furniture and clutter to allow the home to look larger. Painting, changing out light fixtures and if vacant, have your Realtor refer you to a staging company to make sure you maximize your value to get your best price. Don’t forget your landscaping, first impressions and curb appeal are the number one most important part of listing your home!

Your agent can walk you through the process of showings. The more the house is about to be shown according to your schedule, the more people see it! When all is done, they will have it professionally photographed.

Your house can have a sign installed, your home will be placed on all listings services, you can have open houses, agent caravans, virtual tours, marketing material, a strong online presence through the website, as well as print materials (flyers, online newsletters, and regular ads on different mediums). Also, we will pay for advertising on all social media platforms for maximum exposure and anything else! Your agent will have the expertise to advise you to do what is necessary to get your home listed and shown!

This is where a good Realtor and experience matters. There are many items to negotiate from sales price, closing day, seller paid concessions or repairs once you are under contract.

Expect the buyer to walk through on the day of closing. Unless other arrangements have been made, you should be completely moved out of the property and ready to turn over to the new owners. The contract states the home needs to be purchased in the same condition it was in when the offer was written. Don’t forget to turn off all utilities and services specific to your property. Don’t forget to apply and discuss and exemptions possible for your purchase with your agent and attorney (Homestead, beltline overlays etc)! Leaving water on for 3 business days is a common courtesy for buyers… and don’t forget to change your mailing address!