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Atlanta’s Top 5 Family-Friendly Neighborhoods

Searching for the perfect Atlanta suburb to raise your family? This guide highlights five exceptional communities, each offering unique advantages for parents and children. KNOWAtlanta understands that education, safety and a strong sense of community are paramount for homebuyers. Ready to discover your ideal suburban haven? These Atlanta neighborhoods are definitely worth exploring: Alpharetta Alpharetta consistently earns high marks from families relocating to[...]

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The Ultimate Guide to the Perfect New Home Neighborhood

Choosing the right neighborhood is a crucial step in finding your new home. Safety, schools and amenities play key roles in your decision-making process. Proximity to work or family matters, too; you want convenience in daily life. Local real estate trends can help you understand market conditions and make informed choices. Researching neighborhoods is easier than ever with the most effective[...]

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Configuring Your Home for Safety: A Comprehensive Checklist

A sad reality we can't always control is that sometimes, the streets feel unsafe, especially in a modern world where crime, accidents, or natural disasters are often beyond our influence. However, while the streets may be unsafe, we can't afford to take chances with our homes. After all, our homes are sanctuaries, places where we feel secure and protected. That's why[...]

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Top 6 Safest Cities for Your Move to Atlanta

Atlanta's on the rise! From bustling infrastructure projects to exciting city revitalizations, it's no wonder more and more people are calling this area home. But before you unpack your boxes, consider the convenience and safety that the Atlanta metro area offers. KNOWAtlanta shares its picks for the metro area's top six safest cities: Your Guide to Metro Atlanta's Safest Havens The Atlanta metro[...]

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Designing Storm Resilient Master-Planned Communities

Resilient MPCs are better prepared for weather challenges If you don't like the weather in Atlanta today, wait and see what tomorrow brings! Atlanta weather often has mood swings, and some of them can be quite violent, causing storms and flooding. However, master-planned communities in Atlanta often include elements designed to be more storm resilient to withstand the weather while protecting[...]

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Snow Removal for Office Buildings: Maintaining Productivity and Safety

Winter weather can pose significant challenges for office buildings, impacting both productivity and safety. Efficient snow removal and elsewhere is critical to keeping operations running smoothly and creating a safe environment for employees and visitors. By effectively managing snow and ice accumulation, office building owners can minimize business disruptions, reduce liability risks, and maintain a positive work atmosphere. In this article, we[...]

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Southwyck Homes Communities in Georgia’s Top 10 Safest Cities

Understanding the importance of building homes in secure communities, Southwyck Homes makes it a top priority to build in cities with low crime rates and a strong sense of security. Southwyck Homes is proud to announce that Acworth, Woodstock and Milton were named in the top 10 safest cities in Georgia according to SafeWise. Homeowners in the communities of Crossroads at[...]

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Businesses to Earn COVID-19 Safety Rating

The International WELL Building Institute recently announced its intention to utilize an evidence-based, third-party rating system for facilities and buildings, the WELL Health-Safety Rating. The rating system is designed to tell potential occupants and customers how well a building protects from the transmission of COVID-19 (coronavirus). The new rating system can be used to measure all different types of property, including[...]