Tim Carter with Georgia Power shares some comments on the future of energy efficiency in Atlanta real estate. Because energy efficiency means different things to different people, he shares what energy efficiency means for the Atlanta new homes market. One of the basics for measuring a homes energy efficient is its HERS Score. HERS stands for Home Energy Rating System. A[...]
According to a recent Metrostudy report, everything in the Atlanta real estate market is not all doom and gloom. In fact, the national housing data and consulting firm is reporting that segments of the market have shown signs of improvement during the first quarter of 2011. Even though the Atlanta single-family detached and townhome market had a combined decrease of 31% in[...]
While Lake Arrowhead offers a wide variety of activities for residents throughout the year, summer is when things really start to ramp up. The kids are out on vacation and the days are longer, making it easier to fit even more events into your daily schedule. Here are some of the things you've been missing if you don't live at[...]
David Ellis, Executive Officer with the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association shares with us what Atlanta real estate buyers want and why they should consider buying a new Atlanta home. Here's the list of what homebuyers said they want from a recent survey: Energy savings options are must haves for new home buyers (except solar panels) 80% of survey respondents[...]
Like music? Looking for an event to go to this Memorial Day weekend? If so, the 34th Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival is happening on May 28-30. This event is one of the largest free jazz festivals in the country, so don't miss your opportunity to see all of the show-stopping performances. Here are just a few of the performers who[...]
Highlight Homes is a premier custom and new construction home builder that also offers architectural design and home renovation services. The builder has more than 25 years of working with renovation clients and can deliver a quality experience for you on any project. Once you've decided to renovate your home, there are several things to consider when looking for a contractor.[...]
Atlanta's favorite soft drink company is celebrating its 125th anniversary this week. If you've ever toured a new home community in July, then you've surely been grateful when someone handed you an ice cold soft drink. In honor of Coca-Cola's continued success, here are some of the things planned for the celebration: Coca-Cola employees will be treated to a free,[...]
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JmzhSaKrZQE&fs=1&hl=en_US&rel=0] The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO) is raising awareness of the benefits a music-rich educational experience has on children through their "When I Play Music" campaign. The ASO is attempting to raise at least $300,000 through small donations to sustain music education initiatives at the symphony. In-fact, a gift of as little as $5 can help provide one hour of[...]
This month, the Atlanta Sales and Marketing Council of the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association recognized the top Atlanta real estate agents in the Top Rung Club. The Atlanta SMC Top Rung Club recognizes Atlanta new homes sale professionals who accomplish performance goals in quarterly sales volume for new home production. Here are the winners for the first quarter of the[...]
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ns9O1UY3vL0&fs=1&hl=en_US&rel=0] Located near Piedmont Park, Luxe is a beautiful, high-rise boutique Atlanta condominium community and is part of the ST Residential collection. A great location, wonderful floor plans an amazing amenities make this a popular location for Atlanta home buyers. Spanning 22 floors, these homes boast spacious balconies and terraces that allow for a spectacular view of the Atlanta skyline. Inside[...]