…Is Now A Really Good Time to Invest in Real Estate?

Alright folks, I have received so many calls and questions related to “is this a good time to buy real estate” that I thought it would make good dollars & sense to write and give you my opinion and thoughts.  (And Folks this is just my opinion I do extensive research and I am an investor but I am only a licensed Real Estate Agent and do not ever intend to be a financial analyst!  There are enough of those guys on special medication out there now!   

NCR Announces Plan For Major Expansion In Peachtree City!

Earlier this afternoon, Fortune 500 company NCR announced plans for a major expansion of its facility in Peachtree City, with plans to establish a global Center of Excellence in Customer Service at its Peachtree City location. An additional expansion will take place at the company’s Duluth facility. In total the two expansions will create 916 jobs in Georgia over the next 26 months, with 560 of those coming to Peachtree City.

The announcement was made by Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue at the Georgia Capital Building. “We welcome NCR’s Center of Excellence to Georgia,” said Governor Perdue. “Georgia’s workforce is widely known for being highly skilled and able to provide quality customer service, which are both qualities that we are proud to contribute to NCR’s continued success.”

FHA to Provide Additional Mortgage Assistance to Struggling Homeowners

The President has signed into law legislation that will allow HUD’s Federal Housing Administration (FHA) to continue providing targeted mortgage assistance to homeowners. The Hope for Homeowners program will continue FHA’s existing and successful efforts to provide aid to struggling families trapped in mortgages they currently cannot afford. Under the program, certain borrowers facing difficulty with their mortgage will be eligible to refinance into FHA-insured mortgages they can afford. The program will be implemented on October 1, 2008.

Homeowners May Already Be Eligible For Assistance

Sany Brings $100 Million Dollar Facility To Peachtree City!

Economic development is on the move in Peachtree City!  The Sany Group, one of China’s largest industrial corporations has announced plans to build a manufacturing plant in Peachtree City, Ga. This $100 million dollar investment by Sany will initially involve the assemble of large truck-mounted concrete pumps. Additionally, the new facility, will serve as corporate headquarters for Sany’s US division.

Sany is building its facility on 268 acres and will initially employ 200 workers and ultimately, up to 500 jobs may be provided by the facility. This plant will be only Sany’s second manufacturing facility outside of mainland China.  The other facility is located in India.

FieldTurf Tarkett Opens New Sales Office in Peachtree City!

FieldTurf Tarkett, the world leader in sports surfacing, has opened a new sales office in Peachtree City, GA. The customer-centric company has expanded its operation with the goal of continuing to properly service its growing customer base.

“With its proximity to Atlanta Hartsfield International Airport, Peachtree City provides a great location for FieldTurf Tarkett to better service our customers across the US”, said FieldTurf Tarkett CEO Joe Fields. “Furthermore, moving sales closer to our manufacturing facility in Dalton, GA helps to ensure all of our customers continue to get product and service that exceed their expectations.”

Considering Solar Power For Your Home?

Okay Peachtree City and Metro Atlanta! With the planet in crisis mode, I’ve also taken the stance to continue
to go green.  My garage is now a stable of economical Hondas.   My house has been basically rid of toxins with the use of Melaleuca products.  So what is the next step?  Well, I may be like many of you considering weighing the advantages of solar energy.  I know just the thought makes people cringe.  But solar design has come a long way.  Solar technology is constantly advancing and creating new ways to capture this renewable energy. The truth be told, solar energy is a consideration for every home no matter where you live.

Paulson’s Plan in Review - Why Is It Suspect?

Okay folks I know it is difficult to bite, chew and digest this plan all in one bite.  So, the only way to eat this huge elephant is to take it one bite at a time.  So here we go!  This bailout or rescue plan (depending what side of the tracks you are on) is designed to keep banks from failing by recapitalising them. I read somewhere where they used the analogy that It is like a massive financial organ donor program where the Treasury replaces the guts of the current system with new, unclogged guts.