🌱 Homes For Sale May Increase 14.9% In Price + Open Job Positions

Hello, Cumming! I'm Nicole Fallon-Peek and I'm filling in for your usual curator Phil Giltman for the next few days. Please note that your newsletters may be a bit lighter during this time. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening locally, including news on:

• Georgia's homes likely to increase by 14.9 percent on real estate market
• Georgia Rep. Todd Jones receives Legislative Service Award
• Cumming native receives scholarship for 2022-2023 school year

Today's newsletter is sponsored by Heart & Hammer Realty

Meet a local Realtor with a heart — and a hammer

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• amazing energy
• deep knowledge of the changing market in the Atlanta area
• an obsession with customer service
• rave reviews from past clients

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Impossible, you’re probably thinking.

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“He likes to say he’s the heart, and I’m the hammer,” Amanda says. “But it’s the opposite — unless we’re negotiating.”

Whether you’re looking to buy, sell, build or invest, work with a trusted local team who can serve as your partners in this rapidly evolving market. Call or text Amanda today at 770.572.0722, or email her at amandashelton@kw.com.

Now, today's weather:

Sunny and beautiful. High: 75 Low: 48.

Here are the top five stories in Cumming today:

1. Recent real estate statistics and trends show the prices of homes in Georgia aref expected to rise 14.9 percent in 2023. The metro Atlanta area is expected to have the highest prices on the market as the city's suburbs continue to grow. Among other trends, interest rates and demand for homes will also continue to rise. (The Philly Caller)
2. Georgia Rep. Todd Jones was awarded during the Sep. 20 Forsyth Board of Commissioners work session with the Legislative Service Award. Jones received this award due to his recent leadership in helping to pass the Mental Health Parity Act and other legislative support. The award was presented to Jones by the Association County Commissioners of Georgia. (Press Release Desk)
3. Full- and part-time job opportunities are available in the Cumming area. Available positions include telemarketer, account representative, class B driver, producer contracting specialist, administrative assistant, and more. Click the link for more details about companies hiring in the area. (Cumming Patch)
4. Scholarships have been given out by the Consulate General of Mexico in Atlanta and the University of North Georgia (UNG) to students of Mexican/Latinx descent. Cumming native Melissa Castaneda – a junior at UNG – will receive a $1,000 scholarship for each semester she attends in the 2022-2023 school year. Castaneda is in school pursuing a degree in elementary and special education. (News at UNG)
5. New homes have been listed for sale in the Cumming area. Available properties range from a 3,575 sq. ft., 5-bed, 4-bath home for $499,000 to a $699,900 home with 6 beds, 4 baths, and 4,400 sq. ft. Get all the details at the link. (Cumming Patch)

Today in Cumming:

• Fall Healthy Aging Expo At Forsyth Conference Center at Lanier Technical College (9:00 AM)
• Terrific Tea Party Tuesday At Sweet & Sassy (2:00 PM)
• Smart Art For Teens And Tweens At Forsyth County Public Library – Hampton Park Branch (6:30 PM)
• Teen Writers' Club At Forsyth County Public Library – Cumming Branch (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• REMINDER: Forsyth County Schools are closed this week to all students and staff for fall break. (Forsyth County Schools)
• Have you ever noticed the flag atop the Texas Roadhouse in Cumming? The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office has and featured it in their "#FlagsAroundForsyth" posts on social media. (Forsyth County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
• Congratulations to Forsyth County Fire Department Chief Green who retired. Thank you for helping keep the community safe! (Forsyth County Georgia Government via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday off right! See you tomorrow morning for your next update.

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.