32. Cobb County Living: Taxes, Rates & Family Moves

Cobb County life—from courthouse corridors to cul-de-sacs. Chris and Céline Evans sit down with mortgage pro Rob Doerr (E Home Loan Advisors, Roswell) to unpack what today's rates mean for buyers and homeowners, why escrows adjust when property taxes jump, and how families are still moving up even in a 6–7% rate world. Plus: a peek inside Cobb 101 (citizens government academy), electronic-sniffing K-9s, and Chris getting back on a mountain bike after 14 years. What you'll learn How rising property values affect your tax bill—and your escrow Why some buyers have more leverage now (concessions, repairs, closing costs) Smart "payment over rate" strategy and when to refi Who's buying and selling in Metro Atlanta right now (and why) Inside Cobb 101: how local government actually operates Guest Rob Doerr, E Home Loan Advisors (Roswell): mortgage insights, escrow basics, and rate outlook. Perfect for Cobb, Cherokee, and North Fulton homeowners, buyers, and curious locals who want practical real-estate know-how with true community context.