Located along the Chattahoochee River north of Atlanta, Roswell offers a myriad of dining, shopping and other activities, It is also a great place to settle down, buy a home and enjoy southern living. Founded in the 1830's, Roswell King and other settlers started a cotton mill which became a booming industry and a hub for many southerners. Today the more[...]
If you live, work or play in Atlanta, chances are you've heard a lot about the Atlanta BeltLine. The BeltLine has become one of the most iconic features that Atlanta has to offer, transforming more than 22 miles of abandoned railroad into a walking and bike path. Even though the trail is not fully completed yet, Atlantans have fallen in[...]
Co-Founder of Orchestra Noir Keisha Rodgers is in studio today to discuss her Atlanta-based nonprofit orchestra. Joined by co-hosts Carol Morgan and Todd Schnick, the group discusses Orchestra Noir’s successful three years of operation, as well as their collaborations with famous hip-hop artists and past events on today’s Around Atlanta episode of Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio. Keisha Rodgers, originally from[...]
Aside from holiday light displays, ice skating and Santa meet and greets, many Atlantans also consider watching classic holiday performances a tradition. While The Nutcracker and A Christmas Carol are a must-see, there are also many theaters around town that put some flare on holiday entertainment. On today’s Around Atlanta episode, Ryan Oliveti, Marketing Director for Horizon Theatre describes how[...]
Atlanta Real Estate Forum is excited to announce the December Radio lineup of guests! Committed to providing listeners with the latest news and information regarding Atlanta real estate, events, attractions and things to do around the city, this month’s show arrangement has something for everyone with rookie and return guests. Sponsored by Jackson EMC, the award-winning real estate podcast airs twice[...]
If you have roughly $200,000 to purchase a new home in Atlanta, you can expect about 1,119 square feet. That's great if you've moved from Manhattan, where the same amount will only give you 126. But if you're coming from Cleveland, where $200,000 will grant you about 3,769 square feet. You could either save your money or you could build[...]
SmartAsset recently conducted a study to find out in which cities rents are increasing the most and the fastest. Based on 2013 median household incomes, 2016 median household incomes, 2013 average rent and 2016 average rent, SmartAsset determined the top 25 cities with the biggest increases in rent. In order of least rent increase to greatest rent increase, the top 25[...]
Families, friends and loved ones get ready for the best Easter Egg hunts of all time. Celebrate Easter in Georgia’s State Parks and Historic Sites with fun activities for all ages. Large families can take advantage of picnic shelters for an all day affair at these wonderful State Parks. Families interested in celebrating Easter throughout the month should take a look[...]
Established in 1984, the Lewis Cenker Award is the HBA’s most prestigious award honoring an individual’s lifetime achievements and contributions to the advancement of the housing industry. To symbolize the status of this award, it was named in memory of one of our industry’s icons – Mr. Lewis Cenker, who was President of our Association in 1960 and the only[...]
HomeAid Atlanta hosted another successful HomeAid Care Day in conjunction with the NFL Former Players Association (NFLPA) and the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association (GAHBA). On Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014, a group of 15 volunteers spent time completing projects at Phoenix Pass in Conyers. Phoenix Pass was Rockdale County’s first transitional housing facility. The organization provides long-term transitional housing for families,[...]