If you want to kick your home's style up a notch by making a big change to a small area, consider mosaic tile. Tile has always been a popular material in areas that tend to be wet, like showers and bathrooms, but mosaic achieves an extra special look. With lots of options to choose from, browse marble, ceramic, slate, pebble and[...]
Nestled within Southeastern Cherokee County between Atlanta and the Blue Ridge Mountains, Canton, Georgia is a booming business hub filled with a plethora of shopping destinations, community parks and a top-ranked school system. The City of Canton is even considered one of the best places to live in Georgia, according to Niche.com. As a home builder in the area, The[...]
In 1838, Henry Irby purchased 202 ½ acres surrounding the present intersection of Peachtree, Roswell and West Paces Ferry Roads for $650. There he established a small settlement complete with a tavern and general store, which came to be known as Irbyville. A story repudiates that the name “Buckhead” comes from Irby taking the head of a large buck deer[...]
Buying your first home is an exciting and overwhelming experience. It should be an enjoyable one, which is why Atlanta Real Estate Forum has five first time homebuyer tips. Just because you can, doesn't mean you should. Remember, home buying is not a competition. Decide on how much home you really need and how much you can really afford, and[...]
You've managed to find the perfect house, now it's time to apply for the mortgage to secure the financing. But, when it comes to securing your home loan, there are a few buyer mortgage don'ts you should keep in mind: Don't do anything that will cause a red flag to be raised by the scoring system. This would include adding[...]
Going back to school in person this year has a whole new meaning after the last year of virtual learning due to the pandemic. Make sure to do your "homework" and research in advance to know what your child should expect in the classroom related to masks, social distancing, proper sanitation, etc. Be as prepared as possible and then be[...]
Set in the beautiful Virginia-Highland neighborhood of Atlanta, this year's Virginia-Highland Summerfest festival on September 25 and 26 celebrates 37 years of art, music and fun. End this hot summer with a bang - enjoy live bands, shop great art, eat good food and enjoy everything this neighborhood festival has to offer. Summerfest is located on scenic and historic Virginia Avenue[...]
Have you caught a glimpse of movie stars such as Reese Witherspoon or Owen Wilson at your favorite restaurant? No, your eyes aren't playing tricks on you. In fact, the state of Georgia is becoming known as the “Hollywood of the South” thanks to the incentives our government provides to the film industry. Blockbuster Year for Films in Georgia The Georgia Department[...]
The annual Hot 50 issue from Green Builder Media highlights the best sustainable products released by companies in the homebuilding industry. After such an unpredictable year, 2021 brings positive advances in green technology. See what Green Builder editors selected as the most innovative, sustainable products in the building market. In 2020, Green Builder featured products that helped stimulate resilience in the construction[...]
Snellville is a bustling Atlanta suburb with a beautiful downtown, rich history and close community. Tucked away in Gwinnett County, only 40 minutes away from downtown Atlanta, this suburb offers Snellville residents and guests quaint small-town charm that will endear even the most hardened big-city lover. While Snellville lacks Atlanta’s bright lights and rocking nightlife, it makes up for it with[...]