Bricks have been used to build homes for centuries, and they remain a favorite construction material, valued for their classic look and ability to withstand the test of time. Brick is also excellent at withstanding both the high temperatures and humidity that characterize summers in Atlanta. However, just because a material is strong and long-lasting, doesn’t mean it will always …
Anytime someone is in the market to buy a home, they are likely looking for something specific that will meet the needs of their family in its current station of life. Growing families with young children are often looking for more space or a larger yard. They may be changing locations to be closer to work or better schools. These …
Atlanta is known for its many beautiful and historic homes, and for several neighborhoods designated as historic districts. These homes aren’t just old, they are historically significant for a variety of reasons. Owning and living in such a home can be enjoyable and rewarding, but the experience can also come with extra complications and surprises. If you’ve ever been tempted …
Inflation seems to be one of the biggest news stories these days, but you don’t need the media to tell you that prices are up on almost everything, from food to gas to housing. When it comes to home prices for example, in February 2012, the nationwide average sale price of a home was $160,000. Flash forward to today and …
In spite of supply chain woes and increasing materials costs, there has actually been an increase in home renovation projects over the past year. Perhaps those of us still working from home full time are noticing more and more work that needs to be done around our houses. Or maybe people who might have elected to sell their home and …
The current debate among economists and lay people alike is, are we or are we not headed into a recession? Inflation is currently higher than it has been since the 1980s, which often signals a recession is either here or on the way. On the other hand, wages and salaries have increased nationally – they are up 5.3% over June …
Are you interested in owning a vacation home, but you aren’t quite sure you are able to afford this leap into multiple home ownership? While owning a second home is a luxury that not everyone can afford, owning a fraction of a vacation home might be more accessible to you than you realize. Through a home ownership model called “fractional …
Since shortly after the Coronavirus pandemic began, we’ve been constantly hearing about supply chain issues and labor shortages, and we have gotten used to many of the items we order taking much longer than usual to arrive at our doorsteps. And while most of the items we need from the supermarket are now in stock, random outages persist and holes …
If you talk to real estate agents or read real estate magazines and blogs, you will likely hear a lot about curb appeal. Real estate experts love to point out how the front and exterior of your home are the key focal points for making a good first impression when you are listing your home for sale. Great curb appeal …
