Next Steps Real Estate, LLC

08/27/2026

Moving to Atlanta? Start here. 🍑
Before you fall in love with a neighborhood (or rule one out), you need to understand how this city actually works. Atlanta isn’t one city — it’s a huge metro shaped by highways, job centers, the airport, and the I-285 Perimeter.

In my new video, I break down:
📍 Atlanta proper vs. Metro Atlanta
📍 ITP vs. OTP — what it actually means for your lifestyle
📍 How I-285, I-75, I-85, I-20 & GA-400 shape your commute
📍 Midtown, Buckhead, Perimeter, Cumberland & the Emory/Clifton Corridor
📍 Why your job location should drive your suburb choice

If you’re relocating to Atlanta or just starting your home search, this is the video to watch first.

🎥 Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vPKAq-DN60k

💬 Where are you considering living in Metro Atlanta? Drop your city or suburb below!
📲 Text/Call: 678.799.2347
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Kara S. Lawrence is your trusted Metro Atlanta realtor. Expert guidance for buying, selling, and relocating in Atlanta. Call 770-404-9842 for a free consultation.

08/21/2026

This newly remodeled estate is tucked away on a private, wooded 0.61-acre lot at the end of a quiet street — with lakefront views you won't find just anywhere in East Cobb. Inside, you'll find 7 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms across 5,400 square feet, including a main-level primary suite, three fireplaces, beamed ceilings, and a versatile loft area. The terrace level features a full second kitchen, ideal for multigenerational living or entertaining, and the covered deck overlooks a spacious backyard perfect for gatherings.

Zoned for top-rated Walton High School (10/10), with Dodgen Middle and East Side Elementary nearby.

Offered at $999,999 — priced to move.

08/21/2026

This Realtor Negotiated Free Furniture With My House Purchase

My client got the house and the furniture. Yes, really. 🛋️When yo...

07/25/2026

More families are buying one home for three generations — and most houses simply weren't built for it.

This new construction home in Marietta was. Separate living space, real privacy for everyone, and none of the "grandma gets the bonus room" compromises I see families settle for all the time.

I walked through the whole thing on camera and pointed out exactly what makes a multi-gen layout work — and what to look for if your family is even thinking about combining households.

Full tour here: https://youtu.be/Z2cn7oLFtQo

Would you ever share a home with your parents or adult kids? I hear a different answer every week — tell me yours. 👇

Touring a new construction home in Marietta, GA built for real mult...

07/02/2026

How you spend the 4th = where you belong in Atlanta. 🎆 Golf cart parade? Peachtree City. Lake day? Towne Lake. Hometown parade? Dunwoody. Acreage cookout? Milton. Rooftop view? Buckhead. Block party? Alpharetta. Which one's YOU? 👇

07/01/2026

They served our country. Now they get to come home. 🇺🇸🏡

When these two veteran love birds decided to relocate to Atlanta and trust me with one of the biggest decisions of their lives — I didn’t take that lightly for a single second.

We negotiated a deal that put more money back in their pocket. We moved fast. We moved smart. And today? They have KEYS. 🔑

To my clients — thank you for your service, your trust, and for choosing me to guide you home. Watching you two start this next chapter together is exactly why I do what I do. 🤍

To my incredible team — none of this happens without you. Thank you.

📍 Relocating to Atlanta? You deserve an agent who treats your move like it matters.

👇 DM me “MOVE” and let’s start your relocation strategy today.

07/01/2026

Your home deserves more than a sign in the yard. 🖤

I’m Kara S. Lawrence — Atlanta REALTOR® and the strategist sellers call when they’re serious about top dollar.

If you’re thinking about selling in Atlanta, follow me first.

📍 UpgradeAtlanta.com
The S Stands for Strategy

👇 DM me “SELL” and let’s talk about what your home is worth.

06/27/2026

Stop researching the same 4 Atlanta neighborhoods everyone talks about. Here’s what the locals know. 🔍

While everyone fights over Buckhead and Midtown, there are 10 Atlanta neighborhoods quietly offering better value, better community, and better lifestyle fit for the right buyer. Places like Ormewood Park, Sylvan Hills, Reynoldstown, and Avondale Estates — none of which trend on Instagram, all of which punch way above their price point.

The best Atlanta deals are hiding in plain sight. You just need someone who knows where to look.

DM me ‘GUIDE’ and I’ll send you my hidden gem neighborhood guide with current market data.

06/19/2026

The view that makes you never want to leave. 👀
This is the patio of a Buckhead condo that’s about to hit the market — and yes, it looks like this every single day.
We’re talking one of Buckhead’s most exclusive buildings, a private outdoor space with skyline views, and a lifestyle that matches the address. This is not your average listing.
If you’ve been waiting for the right Buckhead opportunity, this is your sign.
DM me FOREST and you’ll be the first to know the details before it goes live.

06/18/2026

The Atlanta lifestyle isn’t one thing — it’s a choice you make before you even look at a house.
Beltline energy or suburban calm? Historic charm or food-and-football weekends? The neighborhood you pick doesn’t just determine your commute — it determines your whole vibe.
Most people choose based on what they can see. The smart move is understanding the invisible lines that actually define daily life here.
Save this and DM me where you’re leaning. 👇