Bien-Aimè Strength & Stretch Studio Balancing Atlanta’s Physical Strength, Overall Well-Being

Co-hosts Carol Morgan and Todd Schnick continue their New Year's Resolution series on this week's episode of Around Atlanta. Today's guest is Ulrick Bien-Aimè from Bien-Aimè Strength & Stretch Studio to tell listeners about the importance of keeping muscles strong and flexible on the journey to getting in shape. Boasting around 30 years of experience in training, education and disciplined health[...]

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New Model Home Open at The Glens at Sugarloaf

The Providence Group of Georgia, LLC, a Green Brick Partner, currently has over 15 breathtaking communities around the Atlanta area. The Glens at Sugarloaf, a charming townhome community in Gwinnett County, is no exception to The Providence Group's superior building standards, gorgeous finishes and excellent appointments that make their homes some of the easiest and most delightful to live in. The[...]

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Nearly 20 Percent of Homes Sold in Atlanta in 2017 Got More Than Asking Price

According to Zillow, nearly a quarter of U.S. homes (24 percent) sold in 2017 sold for almost $7,000 more than their asking prices. The number is up from 2013, when 17.8 percent of final sale prices were higher than the asking price. Many of these high final sale prices are due to a growing demand and a decreasing supply of homes.[...]

jim chapman communities

Jim Chapman Communities Named Builder of the Year at 55+ Housing Awards

Atlanta builder Jim Chapman Communities has been named the Builder of the Year at the National Association of Home Builders' (NAHB) 2018 Best of 55+ Housing Awards. The awards program was held during the International Builders' Show in Orlando and showcased builders who practiced excellence and innovation in the design, development, lifestyle and marketing of 55+ housing in 2017. Jim Chapman[...]

tiny home community

“Simplify Together” at the Largest Tiny Home Community in the Southeast

Eagle Ridge Buildings, an Ellijay builder whose specialty has historically been storage sheds, garages, steel barns, gazebos, greenhouses, playgrounds and commercial outdoor buildings, is on a mission to create the largest tiny home community in the Southeast that will help people enjoy living less cluttered and more meaningful lifestyles while making the transition to tiny home living easier. Tiny homes are[...]

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How to Keep Your Pipes from Freezing and What to Do If They Freeze

Throughout the Southeast, we may not frequently be in danger of blizzards, but the temperatures can often drop below freezing, and this can damage the pipes if they aren't properly taken care of. As we approach cooler temperatures, here are some home maintenance tips to save your money and your home from expensive repair projects. Keep your pipes from freezing by[...]

smart home

Lennar Atlanta Sets the Standard for 2018’s Smart Home

The last couple of years have brought unparalleled technological innovation and ways to incorporate new technology into our lives and 2018 will be no different. Leading the charge for more technology-filled homes is Lennar Homes, the first builder in the world to feature Wi-Fi CERTFIED™ home designs. Holly Yaeger, area sales manager with Lennar Atlanta, joins co-hosts Carol Morgan and[...]

hba governmental affairs

Save the Date: Greater Atlanta HBA Governmental Affairs Meeting

The Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association (HBA) provides benefits to its members in several ways, but a very important benefit to becoming a member is the opportunity to get involved in advocating for policies and laws that will reward the hard work of all professionals associated with Atlanta's home building industry and protesting against policies that will hurt their efforts. Anyone[...]