Sale price isn't what you take home. Between commission, Georgia's transfer tax, the closing attorney's fee, prorated property taxes, and HOA transfer fees, Cobb County sellers typically net 92-94% of their sale price. Here's how each cost breaks down, plus a real net proceeds example using a Kennesaw home.

If you're buying or selling a home in Kennesaw or Marietta, closing costs are one of the biggest surprises at the table — unless you know what to expect. Georgia has its own rules: an intangible recording tax, required attorney closings, and a Real Estate Transfer Tax. Here's a line-by-line breakdown of exactly what each side pays.