Real Estate Roundup, October 2026: What a Home Really Costs
What should Cobb County homeowners know about home costs this October?
Cobb County property tax bills are due October 15, which makes this a good month to look at what a home really costs to own and to sell. This roundup gathers four guides in one place: the senior school tax exemption, Marietta seller closing costs, the steps from accepted offer to closing in Georgia, and why homeowners insurance rates are rising in Kennesaw.
TL;DR
- Cobb County property tax bills are due October 15.
- Cobb County offers qualifying senior homeowners an exemption from the school portion of the property tax bill.
- Closing costs come out of a seller's proceeds, so it helps to estimate your net before you accept an offer.
- In Georgia, an accepted offer starts a timeline that runs through the due diligence period, earnest money, the appraisal, and an attorney-attended closing.
- Homeowners insurance premiums are a growing part of the monthly housing payment.
Tax Bills Are Due: What a Home Really Costs in Cobb County
Cobb County property tax bills are due October 15, which makes this a good month to look at what a home really costs to own and to sell.
This issue covers four questions I hear often in the fall: whether you qualify for the senior school tax exemption, what a Marietta seller pays at closing, what happens after you accept an offer, and why homeowners insurance keeps climbing.
Each guide below has a short summary and a link to the full post. Start with the one that matches where you are right now.
Four Fall Guides for Cobb County and Georgia Homeowners
01 | Property Taxes
Cobb County's Senior School Tax Exemption: Who Qualifies in 2026
Cobb County offers qualifying senior homeowners an exemption from the school portion of the property tax bill. With bills due this month, it's a good time to check whether you or a parent may qualify.
The guide covers who qualifies, how to apply, and when the application is due.
02 | Seller Insight
Marietta Seller Closing Costs: What You'll Pay in 2026
Before you list, know what comes out of your proceeds at closing. The sale price alone doesn't tell you what you keep.
The guide lists the line items Marietta sellers typically pay and shows how to estimate your net before you accept an offer.
03 | Contract to Close
What Happens After You Accept an Offer in Georgia?
Once the contract is signed, the clock starts. Knowing the order of the steps makes the weeks before closing feel far more manageable.
The guide follows the steps from binding agreement to closing day, including the due diligence period, earnest money, the appraisal, and the attorney-attended closing.
04 | Homeowner Costs
Kennesaw Homeowners Insurance: Why Rates Are Rising
Insurance premiums are a growing part of the monthly housing payment, for buyers and for people who have owned their home for years.
The guide explains what is pushing rates up in Kennesaw and what buyers and owners can review before the next renewal.
Frequently Asked Questions
When are Cobb County property tax bills due in 2026?
Cobb County property tax bills are due October 15. If your taxes are paid through a mortgage escrow account, confirm with your loan servicer that the payment is scheduled. You can find more guides at Path2Sold.com.
Who qualifies for Cobb County's senior school tax exemption?
Cobb County offers qualifying senior homeowners an exemption from the school portion of the property tax bill. The full guide covers who qualifies, how to apply, and when the application is due.
What do sellers pay at closing in Marietta?
Seller closing costs are paid out of your proceeds at closing, so they affect what you net from the sale. If you're selling in Marietta, the guide lists the line items sellers typically pay and shows how to estimate your net before you accept an offer.
What happens after you accept an offer in Georgia?
Once both parties sign, you have a binding agreement and the contract timeline begins. The steps that follow include the due diligence period, earnest money, the appraisal, and the attorney-attended closing.
Why are homeowners insurance rates rising in Kennesaw?
Insurance premiums are a growing part of the monthly housing payment. The guide explains what is pushing rates up in Kennesaw and what buyers and owners can review before the next renewal.
Whether you own in Kennesaw, Marietta, or Acworth, the real cost of a home is more than the mortgage payment. Taxes, insurance, and closing costs all shape what you pay and what you keep.
I'm always happy to be a resource, and there is no pressure at all. Schedule a consultation with me, Robert Masoudpour, and we can look at the numbers for your home together.
