Atlanta Business Chronicle Features Lisa Harris on the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act

Lisa Harris was prominently featured in the Atlanta Business Chronicle on August 24, 2026 in a story by staff reporter Janelle Ward: "Atlanta real estate agent calls new federal housing bill 'just the beginning' of affordability fix."

In the feature, Lisa calls the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act a good step: "It garners the right amount of excitement to start building the momentum that we need to make some changes and get things rolling."

What the New Housing Law Does

Congress's sweeping bipartisan housing bill, which became law on July 11, 2026, caps large-scale investor homeownership at 350 homes with some exceptions, and supports streamlined residential development by encouraging looser zoning restrictions, shorter permitting timelines and expanded financing opportunities for developers through grant programs and loan limit extensions. Effects may take up to several years to reach state and municipal levels.

Why It Matters Locally

Atlanta-area home prices reached all-time highs this summer, deterring many buyers. The median home sales price across greater Atlanta rose to $445,000 last month, the highest since June 2024, according to First Multiple Listing Service data. Mortgage rates have trended upward since the start of 2026, with the average fixed 30-year rate in the mid- to upper-6% range as of the week ending August 20, per Freddie Mac. Sellers outnumbered buyers in the Atlanta-area market by nearly 90% in July, according to Redfin.

Lisa's Perspective

Serving buyers and sellers across Gwinnett, Hall, Jackson and Forsyth counties, Lisa sees the challenges firsthand: "It starts with the interest rates, and it goes all the way to the cost of insurance that is skyrocketing. When you put all that together, it's hard for first-time buyers to financially pencil out."

On the road ahead, Lisa offered a measured but hopeful view: "It's just the beginning. I've been telling my clients it's sort of like building a house, we have to start with the foundation."

Your Local Expert for Chateau Elan and Northeast Metro Atlanta

Lisa Harris is the trusted local expert for buyers and sellers in Chateau Elan and across Northeast Metro Atlanta. With nearly 20 years of experience, an engineering degree, and an MBA, she combines analytical precision with innovative marketing to help her clients achieve exceptional results. Whether you are buying your first home, upgrading to a luxury estate, or selling a property in one of Atlanta's premier golf and country club communities, Lisa delivers a concierge-level experience designed to maximize exposure, attract qualified buyers, and achieve outstanding outcomes.

If you have questions about how the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act or current market conditions affect your home or your plans to buy or sell, Lisa is here to help.