ATLANTA GA Homes and Real Estate - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

How can I help you?

My previous careers, both at Emory University and as an independent artist, allow me to bring some unique skills to the table. My counseling background helps me listen to what you are saying (or not saying) and reason through emotional decisions. My creative talents allow me to come up with unique ways to present and market your home. As a mom to 2 dogs and 2 cats it is easy for me to understand the priority you place on your pet's needs when searching for a home. Ready to talk? Call me at 404.276.8290

Awards and Affiliations

Member, Dekalb Board of Realtors®
Lifetime Pinnacle Award Recipient, 2015-16
Coldwell Banker Interntional, Diamond Society

About Coldwell Banker

#1 Nationwide by Sales Volume
110 Years in the Industry
Properties displayed on 900 websites, reaching buyers around the globe
Sales volume is more than the next four competitors combined

How I got here

Originally from Dumont, NJ
Bachelor's of Arts Degree, Rutgers University, New Brunswick
Masters in Education, Counseling and Student Development, College of New Jersey, Trenton
Employed at Emory University for 18 years as Associate Director of the Student Center
Full time Artist for 15 years, steel sculpture and jewelry

Community Involvement

Neighborhood Watch Coordinator - Laurel Ridge Shamrock Civic Association
Atlanta Dogwood Festival - Artist Market Committee Member
Decatur Arts Festival - Artist Market Committee Member
Decatur Book Festival - Exhibitor Services
Georgia Goldsmith Guild - Holiday Exhibit and Show Committee Member

In My Spare Time

Play keyboards and guitar
Metalsmith, creating jewelry
Mom to 2 dogs, 2 inside cats, 2 feral outdoor cats
Help fundraise for animal rescue groups with my jewelry line, Barking Cat® Jewelry

Click HERE to learn about Coldwell Banker's "Home for Dogs" Project.

3 Tips for a Higher Home Appraisal

It may seem that homebuyers and sellers don't agree on much, but they share one important concern: that the transaction is successful. This comradery is never more evident than during the appraisal process. It's only natural, since the results of the appraisal can send the deal spiraling out of control. Appraisers take into account many factors when determining the worth of a home. While some of these, such as location, can't be helped, there are things a homeowner can do to ensure that the home is appraised for maximum value. 1. Information is King Appraisers don't spend a lot of time in the home. In fact, Brian Coes…

Ann was instrumental in helping my family find a new and beautiful home in Atlanta. She is highly knowledgeable of the various areas in Atlanta. She is honest, yet diplomatic, and very creative. She is sensitive about the needs of children and pets. She also has an arsenal of construction teams, painters and decorators, gardeners, etc, that she can pull up for clients - …

-S. Sengupta, Client

I had the privilege of working with Ann Finley recently in selling my home. She is great and easy to work with, explains everything clearly and definitely tries to prevent "ugly surprises". She was calm and supportive which meant a lot to me. She was also efficient and worked with me to make communication as effortless as possible. Best evidence = my home flew off the …

-J. Fincannon, Client

Ann is the best realtor I could have asked for to handle the sale of my home. She is knowledgeable, involved, professional, detail oriented, and yet very easy to work with. I simply could not have asked for a more competent or better realtor to represent my interest and facilitate my home sales. Her years of experience are evident, and if you are lucky enough to work …

-S. Shockey, Client

Ann is awesome! Before we even met in person she was quick to respond and help us narrow down areas to look for a house. When we came into town to look at potential properties she took us around town but wasn’t pusy or impatient as we considered our options. She was super helpful in the home buying process so that everything went as smoothly as possible. We …

-M. Wyatt, Client

Ann did an amazing job helping me find my first home. She was patient and very diligent with answering all of my questions throughout the entire process. I felt like I was in great hands with her expertise and I couldn’t have found the perfect house without her!

-M. Moore, Client

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