Maurice Lester with J.W. Collection on Radio

J.W. Collection: Branding Influence, Community Offerings

Maurice Lester, vice president of construction with J.W. Collection, joins the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast to discuss working alongside John Wieland. Lester joins host Carol Morgan to chat about influencing buyer decisions through branding, current community offerings and his recent appointment as the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association President (GAHBA) on the All About Real Estate segment. Working with his father in[...]

The Cottages at Walker Ridge

New Ranch Cottages for Rent Community Coming to Cartersville

Coming to Cartersville, Georgia, in 2023, Ranch Cottages for Rent is thrilled to announce the newest addition to the Jim Chapman Communities family, The Cottages at Walker Ridge! Located on the Burnt Hickory Connector at Hwy 411, the Bartow County community will display the popular stylistic designs showcased at each Ranch Cottages for Rent community. Designed with modern renters by choice[...]

KNOWAtlanta shared North Georgia Wine Tips

Curate the Ultimate North Georgia Wine Tour

Whether looking for stunning summer vistas or a winter escape, visiting a North Georgia winery is a good idea year-round! With many options just a few hours north of Atlanta, days filled with multiple wine tastings and weekend getaways are a breeze. KNOWAtlanta Relocation Magazine shared its top choices to create the ultimate wine trail and discover the best this southern stage[...]

smith douglas homes 10,000th home buyers at the closing table

Smith Douglas Homes Celebrates 10,000 Homes Sold

Privately owned regional home builder Smith Douglas Homes (SDH) welcomed its 10,000th customer home on March 1, 2022! Ranked as metro Atlanta's 5th largest building company by Atlanta Real Estate Forum and MarketNsight, SDH is recognized as one of the top 10 fastest-growing private home builders. Smith Douglas Homes is currently ranked No. 42 on the Builder 100 List. Smith Douglas[...]

Homes with Outdoor Fireplaces Create Peaceful Atmosphere

Homes with Outdoor Fireplaces Create Peaceful Atmosphere

Fire tables, fire pits and outdoor fireplaces – oh, my! Fire is a natural design element in many outdoor living spaces with more home builders tying fire into new communities and offering options in homes. Homeowners and residents love to gather around a soothing fire or roast marshmallows over a crackling fire. It creates the ultimate cozy and warm atmosphere to[...]

NatureWalk at Seven Hills sunset in Paulding County

Seven Hills in Dallas Offers A Resort-Like Atmosphere

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BVK3kDWQels  Seven Hills, an award-winning master-planned community in Paulding County, showcases various homes from Artisan Built Communities. One of the community’s biggest attractions, drawing homebuyers from all over the metro area, is the impressive amenity list! The showstopper is the 13-acre waterpark that includes an Olympic-sized pool, waterslide, beach entry pool with water playground and a kid’s splash pad. Other amenities provide a resort-like atmosphere[...]

Photo of Active Adults to portray the surge of active adult homebuyers moving to the metro Atlanta area to be close to family and friends

Active Adult Homebuyers Retire in Metro Atlanta to Be Close to Family

Florida is no longer the only retirement destination for active adult homebuyers aged 55 and older. According to the Retirement Living list of the best cities in the U.S. to retire, Atlanta ranks at No. 4 in 2021 due to the low cost of living, favorable tax rates and low cost for assisted living compared to the national average. Active adult homebuyers[...]

new home exterior

Ring in the New Year with a New Traton Home

Is your New Year’s resolution to own a new metro Atlanta home? Then Traton Homes has the perfect solution. With homes currently under construction throughout metro Atlanta, Traton Homes will make your dream of a new home in the new year a reality! Traton Homes is an award-winning Atlanta builder currently creating new homes in Cobb and Cherokee counties. Below, discover[...]