Atlanta Real Estate Forum

New Board of Directors at SMC

By Carol Morgan October 8, 2007 0 Comment

The Sales and Marketing Council (SMC), the largest and most viable council in the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association, is pleased to announce its new Board of Directors for 2007/2008: Ro Preisinger, Coldwell Banker Residential Services: Chairman Cindy Huber, New South Publishing: Vice-Chairman Bob Kennedy, Richardson Housing Group: Secretary/Treasurer Jeff Anderson: Parliamentarian Sandy Andrew, AtlantaNewHomesDirectory.com: Membership Committee Ginny Bishop, Sharp[...]

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St. Joseph Helping to Sell Homes

By Carol Morgan October 7, 2007 0 Comment

Some believe that St. Joseph, the patron saint of home selling is helping them to sell resale homes. A recent article in the Tennessean is titled: "Miraculous perception: St. Joseph Helps Sell Homes" and it details several home sellers who believe that buring a statue of patron saing and praying or placing the statue under the for sale sign helped[...]

Home Trends Residential

Living with Dogs – Pet Friendly Amenities

By Carol Morgan September 26, 2007 0 Comment

Atlantans love their pets. A big back yard or fenced area for the beloved dog is often a major consideration in purchasing a home. Many Atlanta developers and builders have taken the happiness of the family pet into consideration and offer dog parks, walking trails and other dog friendly amenities in new home communities. The newly launched Atlanta Petz magazine recently[...]

Events Residential

Energy Efficiency = Savings

By Carol Morgan September 21, 2007 0 Comment

Through the collaboration of the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association, numerous new home builders and allied organizations, the Get Home Atlanta! campaign is informing consumers on the facts about why now is a great time to buy a home in Atlanta. One of the top 10 reasons why now is a great time to buy a home in Atlanta is the[...]

What Gen X Wants in a New Home

By Carol Morgan August 27, 2007 0 Comment

Gen X wants walk-in closets and a high-tech kitchen. Julie Janovsky's article on HouzingZone will give you all the details. Gen X, now age 30 - 42, spends more of their income on their first home that previous generations. Additionally they spend a lot of time and money on remodeling too. Specifics on what Gen X seeks: open floor plans light[...]

Residential

Stuck in Traffic?

By Carol Morgan July 31, 2007 0 Comment

Tired of dealing with Atlanta's traffic problems? Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) invites you to help shape the future of metro Atlanta's transportation systems. ARC has developed a draft of short- and long-term plans to improve mobility and requests the public's views and comments now through August 23, 2007. The draft is called "Envision6" and will be considered for adoption by[...]

Atlanta News

Online Sales Counselors Get Buyers Onsite

By Carol Morgan June 21, 2007 0 Comment

Meredith Oliver of Meredith Communications demystifies the job of the online sales counselor. The number one goal of the online sales counselor is to set appointments and get potential buyers in the door of the sales center. Meredith stresses that their only function is to answer internet leads and set appointments. This task can be performed from home or an[...]

Residential

Are You a Commuting Charlie or an In-Town Tom?

By Carol Morgan June 18, 2007 0 Comment

Check out Brock Built City Neighborhood's new In-Town Tom/Commuting Charlie campaign on the Brock Built web site! This is too true! You might be a Commuting Charlie if you have to wake up at 6:00 just to get to work by 8:00. You might be an In-Town Tom if you sleep in until 7:15 and get to work by 8:00. Poor Commuting[...]

Local Market Residential

Judi Lovall Celebration

By Carol Morgan June 15, 2007 0 Comment

The gathering to celebrate and honor Judi Lovall will be on Wednesday, June 27 starting around 6 p.m. This will be held at her home 9881 Carrington Lane, Alpharetta, Ga. 30022.[...]

Events Residential

Mundy Mill – The Perfect Location For Every Lifestyle

By Carol Morgan June 13, 2007 0 Comment

REL Properties, Inc. will have the official groundbreaking of Hall County's largest master-planned community, Mundy Mill on Tuesday, June 19 at the Mundy Mill Event Tent at Noon. The 604 acre mixed-use community will have a total of 1,148 homes upon completion ranging in price from the $170,000s to $300,000s. The community will also include 578 townhomes, 460 apartments and[...]

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