102 Bear Drive, Waleska, GA 30183
Strategic Marketing → SOLD
21 Days. No Price Reduction. 99% of List Price.
Some homes are special from the moment you walk through the door—and 102 Bear Drive was absolutely one of them.
When the owners trusted me to list and market their Lake Arrowhead home, I knew this property deserved more than simply being placed in the MLS and waiting for a buyer to find it.
Listed at $727,000, 102 Bear Drive was entering a market where buyers had choices. My goal from day one was simple: make this home stand out and make sure the right buyers saw it.
And there was plenty to showcase.
From the incredible backyard and outdoor living spaces to two primary suites on the main level, beautiful custom finishes, an oversized three-car garage, and thoughtful upgrades throughout, this was a home designed for both everyday living and entertaining.
But great features are only part of a successful listing.
The strategy was to tell the story of the home—and the lifestyle that came with it.
Professional photography, drone and twilight imagery, a 3D tour, detailed floor plans, targeted digital and social media marketing, community exposure, an open house, and consistent monitoring of buyer engagement all worked together to give 102 Bear Drive the presentation it deserved.
And the strategy worked.
🏡 Under contract in just 21 days.
🏷️ No price reduction.
✨ SOLD for 99% of list price.
Of course, getting under contract is only half the story.
From inspections and due diligence to negotiations, contract deadlines, and all the details that happen behind the scenes, I stayed closely involved through every step to help keep the transaction moving toward the closing table.
And then came the best part:
SOLD. 🥂
Today, 102 Bear Drive has new owners ready to enjoy everything this beautiful home and Lake Arrowhead have to offer, while my sellers have officially closed one chapter and moved on to their next.
For me, that's what a successful sale is really about.
It's not simply putting a sign in the yard.
It's thoughtful preparation, strategic positioning, professional marketing, consistent communication, and experienced representation from LISTED to SOLD.
Thinking About Selling in Lake Arrowhead?
Your home deserves more than a listing.
It deserves a strategy.
As both a Lake Arrowhead resident and experienced Georgia real estate agent, I understand this community, the lifestyle we're selling, and what makes a Lake Arrowhead home stand out.
Thinking about making a move? Let's talk about what SOLD could look like for your home.
Local Knowledge. Local Connections. Another Happy Closing.
Every home has a story—and every closing does, too. For 102 Eagle Heart Court in Lake Arrowhead, this closing was a great example of something I believe can make a meaningful difference in real estate: local knowledge, strong relationships, and agents who know how to work together. For this transaction, I had the opportunity to co-op with another Lake Arrowhead agent. That meant both the buyers and sellers were represented by agents who know this community—not just from the MLS, but from firsthand experience working within it. We understand the neighborhoods, amenities, homes, and lifestyle that draw buyers to Lake Arrowhead. We also understand the details that can be unique to buying and selling within a gated community. That local knowledge matters. But so do relationships. While our responsibility was to advocate for our respective clients, we were also able to communicate openly, problem-solve when needed, and work together toward a common goal: a successful closing for everyone involved. That's where networking and being involved in the community can make a difference. Real estate doesn't have to be adversarial to be effective. Having a good working relationship with the agent on the other side of a transaction can help keep communication moving, questions answered, challenges addressed, and everyone focused on getting to the closing table. And that's exactly what happened at 102 Eagle Heart Court. CLOSED. 🥂 The sellers were able to close this chapter and begin their next one near the beaches of Alabama, while the buyers began an exciting new chapter of their own right here in Lake Arrowhead. And another Lake Arrowhead home officially has new owners. 🤍 There's Value in Knowing the Market—and the People in It. As both a Lake Arrowhead resident and local real estate agent, my knowledge of this community extends beyond property lines, listing data, and what's currently available in the MLS. It's knowing the market. It's understanding the lifestyle. It's being involved in the community. And it's building relationships with other agents and professionals who work here. Because sometimes successful real estate isn't just about what you know. It's also about who you know—and how well you work together. Local knowledge. Local connections. Collaborative representation. Another Lake Arrowhead home CLOSED. Thinking About Buying or Selling in Lake Arrowhead? Whether you're considering selling your Lake Arrowhead home or hoping to make this community your next home, I'd love to be a resource for you. I don't just sell Lake Arrowhead. I live here.
From Expired to SOLD 🏡
A Fresh Start for 106 Lake Cottages Court
Sometimes a home doesn't need a major change—it simply needs a fresh approach.
When I had the opportunity to represent the seller of 106 Lake Cottages Court in Lake Arrowhead, the home had already been on the market with another agent and the listing had expired without a sale.
But I knew this charming Lake Arrowhead cottage still had a story worth telling.
Tucked inside the gated Lake Arrowhead community, this home offered so much of what buyers are looking for when they come to North Georgia: easy main-level living, a peaceful wooded setting, a screened porch made for slow mornings and quiet evenings, seasonal lake views, and a low-maintenance lifestyle surrounded by nature.
The opportunity was there. It just needed a fresh start.
We repositioned the property, refreshed the marketing, and focused on showcasing not only the home itself, but the Lake Arrowhead lifestyle that came with it.
52 days later, 106 Lake Cottages Court was SOLD. 🎉
And like many real estate transactions, the road from listed to closed wasn't perfectly straight.
There were a few twists along the way, some challenges to work through, and moments when the strategy had to shift. That's part of real estate—and it's also why experienced representation matters.
Getting a home under contract is only one piece of the process. Navigating everything that happens between listed, under contract, and CLOSED is just as important.
Today, 106 Lake Cottages Court has new owners, my seller has traded the North Georgia mountains for her next chapter near the beaches of Alabama, and another Lake Arrowhead home is officially SOLD. 🤍
Thinking About Selling in Lake Arrowhead?
If your home has been on the market before—or even expired without selling—it doesn't necessarily mean you've missed your opportunity.
A fresh perspective, thoughtful positioning, strategic marketing, and local market knowledge can change the story.
Your first listing may have expired. Your next one doesn't have to.
Let's give your home the fresh start it deserves.
106 Lakewood Drive | SOLD 🏡
From Probate to SOLD: Local Knowledge, Trusted Connections & a Successful Closing
Some real estate transactions are about more than simply selling a home—and sometimes the right agent connection can make all the difference.
106 Lakewood Drive in Lake Arrowhead came to me through a referral from a fellow real estate agent.
I've always believed there's tremendous value in building strong relationships within our industry. Iron sharpens iron, and having a network of agents who recognize when another agent may be the right fit for a particular property, community, or situation can be incredibly valuable to the people we serve.
In this case, the property was located right here in Lake Arrowhead—the community I call home.
The sale was also part of the probate process, which meant there were additional details and moving pieces to navigate before we could ultimately get to the closing table.
My goal was to help make the real estate side of that process as straightforward as possible: prepare the home, position it for the market, showcase what made it special, find the right buyer, and get it SOLD.
And this home had plenty to showcase.
Nestled on a quiet street, this three-bedroom, two-bath home offered fresh interior paint, new luxury vinyl plank flooring, an incredible three-car garage, and a double wooded lot that provided privacy and a peaceful connection to the North Georgia surroundings.
From the upstairs deck with mountain views to the screened lower patio, cozy fireplace, and oversized windows filling the living space with natural light, 106 Lakewood Drive felt like a true Lake Arrowhead retreat.
We brought it to market with a strategy focused on the home's strongest features, its setting, and the Lake Arrowhead lifestyle.
And buyers noticed.
🏡 Under contract after just 5 days on the market.
🥂 SOLD for 96% of list price.
For a probate sale, however, getting an offer is only part of the story.
These transactions can come with additional paperwork, timelines, decision-makers, and details to coordinate. Staying organized, communicating consistently, and knowing when to involve the appropriate professionals can help make an already complicated process much more manageable.
Ultimately, 106 Lakewood Drive went from agent referral to probate sale to SOLD, allowing the estate to close one chapter while a new owner began theirs right here in Lake Arrowhead.
And there's something especially meaningful about a closing that started with one professional saying, essentially, “I know the right person for this.”
Iron Sharpens Iron
Real estate is a relationship business—not only with buyers and sellers, but also with the professionals we work alongside.
I value the relationships I've built with agents throughout Georgia, and I never take an agent referral lightly. When another agent places their trust in me to take care of their client or referral, that trust matters.
And knowing agents in the right places matters, too.
When the property happens to be in the community where I live, work, and specialize, I can bring another layer to the table: firsthand local knowledge, community connections, and an understanding of the lifestyle we're ultimately selling.
For 106 Lakewood Drive, those pieces came together beautifully.
Agent referral. Local expertise. Probate sale. Five days on the market. SOLD. 🤍
Need to Sell an Estate or Probate Property?
Whether the property is in Lake Arrowhead, Cherokee County, or elsewhere in North Georgia, I'd be happy to talk with you about where you are in the process and what the real estate side of the next steps may look like.
And to my fellow agents: if your client needs an agent in Lake Arrowhead or North Georgia, I'd be honored to be your local connection.
Good agents know their markets. Great agents also know when to call another good agent.