In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and shift in American culture, there is still a lack of demand for in-person shopping. Many sectors like outlets, malls and shopping plazas continue to feel the hit and many have been forced to close. From the disappearance of the mall to mall redevelopment, read on for more information on this trending topic. From[...]
On today's Around Atlanta segment of Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio, co-hosts Carol Morgan and Todd Schnick are celebrating six years of Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio and are joined by Elizabeth Kelly, president of the Sandy Springs Society. Today, Kelly stops by to discuss their 7th Annual Sandy Springs Elegant Elf Marketplace, a holiday shopping event happening this weekend. The[...]
It's always good to have some extra money heading into the holidays, whether to spend on gifts or to have more to decorate your Atlanta new home. Personal finance expert Steve Repack recently wrote in the Equifax Finance blog, “ Personal Finance Advice: Five Tricks and Treats for Your Finances” a list of money management tricks in case your personal finances[...]
Although the unemployment rate continues to be high nationwide, Georgia is showing promising signs of getting back to work. According to Atlanta Business Chronicle, November 2011 was the second consecutive month in which the unemployment rate declined. The rate dropped .3 points to 9.9 percent a little over a month ago, marking the largest monthly decline in 34 years. The good[...]
While you’re contemplating gifts for everyone on your holiday shopping list, why not consider participating in Atlanta community service by giving gifts that save the day? By shopping the Red Cross Holiday Giving Catalog, you can purchase meaningful presents in honor of your family, friends and coworkers that will help save the day when the next disaster strikes, when a[...]
Are you circling the isles of your local department store, looking for the perfect gifts for the loved ones on your list, but coming up short? Well, Google’s trends spotting tool, “Insight for Search,” will give you an overview of the most frequent searches so that you can narrow down your shopping list with ease. Below, you’ll find a summary[...]
By now, you've probably already begun your holiday shopping. However, if you're still making your lists and checking them twice, here are eight holiday shopping trends that you may want to consider. Handmade Gift: If the economy has you worried, fret no more. Use your crafty skills to create spectacular holiday gifts for your family and friends. Small Impulse[...]