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The Atlantic; Perfect Atlanta Real Estate for Spring

By Carol Morgan April 30, 2011 0 Comment

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u25lV9-50Gs&fs=1&hl=en_US&rel=0] Now that the warm weather of spring has arrived, many Atlanta real estate buyers are searching for locations that allow them to enjoy this wonderful season. If you’re looking for a home that with warm weather amenities, then you should visit ST Residential’s The Atlantic Residences. Residents enjoy many fun amenities including a sparkling swimming pool and a screening room[...]

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Fitting a New Atlanta Home Into Your Diet

By Carol Morgan April 29, 2011 0 Comment

From the title of the article, you may think that research has found stone and shake exteriors to be high in essential vitamins. However, a recent post by Reader's Digest provides a much simpler solution for people who want to lose weight. According to the article, researchers have found that people eat 33 percent less in a blue room. Apparently, the[...]

Residential

Renting Your Atlanta Real Estate? Protect Yourself In the Lease

By Carol Morgan April 24, 2011 0 Comment

If you are scooping up some inexpensive Atlanta real estate with the intention of renting it, beware of tenants who may knowingly — or even naively — take advantage of you. Sam Tamkin, guest author at the Equifax Personal Finance Blog, warns of tenants who simply don’t know about simple home maintenance steps, tenants who are uncooperative and tenants who cause[...]

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Celebrate Mother’s Day with the Essentials for Young Lives Drive

By Carol Morgan April 24, 2011 0 Comment

This Mother's Day, celebrate those you cherish most by participating in HomeAid Atlanta's annual Atlanta community service fundraiser the Essentials for Young Lives Drive. HomeAid Atlanta is the charitable arm of the HBA that builds homeless facilities throughout the metro Atlanta area. Many Atlanta home builders are participating in the drive and you can too. Executive Vice President of the Atlanta[...]

Landmark Builders Awarded LEED Silver Certification

By Carol Morgan April 23, 2011 0 Comment

Custom Builders USA (CB USA) members specialize in a variety of areas, and one of the increasingly requested specializations is green building. Homebuyers want to know that the home they build today will be efficient tomorrow. Recently, CB USA member Landmark Homes was awarded LEED Silver Certification by USGBC for its work at the Chandler Park community in Atlanta. LEED for Homes is[...]

Events

Celebrate Easter at a Georgia State Park

By Carol Morgan April 23, 2011 0 Comment

Easter, like many holidays, is all about tradition. Whether it's having the family together at grandma's house or painting hard boiled eggs, everyone has a favorite activity. If you and the rest of the family are looking for something fun and different to do this Easter, there are several Georgia State Parks holding celebrations and activities. Not only will your[...]

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The Atlanta New Homes Community Enjoys Connections Over Cocktails

By Carol Morgan April 21, 2011 0 Comment

[nggallery id=48] Uncle Julio's was a fun time for the Atlanta new homes industry at the Great Atlanta Home Builder's Associations first Connections over Cocktails. A group of around 60 enjoyed networking, drinks and some tasty Mexican food at this real estate event. The HBA plans to host these on a regular basis, so we hope to see you at the[...]

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Myers Barnes Presents The Mathematics of Atlanta New Home Sales

By Carol Morgan April 20, 2011 0 Comment

Atlanta Sales and Marketing Council welcomed sales trainer Myers Barnes this morning for a breakfast meeting and an afternoon CE (continuing education) class. In his typical high-energy form, Myers provided a day full of power-packed tips for improving Atlanta new home sales. Here is a brief recap of the information that Myers provided in the morning session. Known for his excellent[...]

Atlanta New Homes Residential

Ravin Homes Building New Atlanta Real Estate in Peachtree City

By Carol Morgan April 20, 2011 0 Comment

Ravin Homes builds new home communities in Fayette County that are very popular among homebuyers. And since the Spring housing market is starting to heat up, the builder is constructing several new homes at Cedarcroft. Located in the family-friendly Peachtree City area, this community is a perfect fit for people of all ages. Ravin Homes is building three spec homes that[...]

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Take the 7 Day Plastic Challenge

By Carol Morgan April 16, 2011 0 Comment

Atlantans are encouraged to join the 7-Day Plastic Challenge begins Monday, April 18 and ends on Sunday, April 24. Because disposable plastics are anything but disposable, GreenPlate has developed this 7 day challenge. During this time you are encouraged to eliminate the use of single-use items, such as straws, plastic wrap or coffee lids. The is your chance to help[...]