July 2024 Newsletter

Hi Barbara,

July marks the height of summer ... spring blooms have faded, and tomatoes, corn and watermelon now rule. This month's articles offer up suggestions for cooling off both inside the home and out, and trends in kitchen remodeling:

Real Estate Insights: Vacation retreats, second homes, and new construction in Atlanta.

Beat the Heat: Cool Home Hacks for the Summer.

Culinary Chic: The Latest in Kitchen Design Trends.

Atlanta Summer Chillin': Ice cream, private pools for rent, best BBQ around, Titanic immersive experience, peaches, outdoor movies, festivals, and more!

It's always a pleasure to share news and information about changes and trends in Atlanta's real estate market. We hope you'll find this edition helpful, informative, and entertaining. If you or someone you know is considering a change at home, we'd love to chat!

Enjoy Your Summer - Barbara & Cindy

P.S. It's time to concentrate on the exterior of our homes - this is the "best of" list for our climate in Georgia: Summer Home Maintenance Checklist (it's printable).

Real Estate Insights

New Homes | Vacation Retreats | Investment Opportunities

Dreaming of a vacation home?

Reach out to us to get a referral to a trusted local expert who can help you find the perfect property!

Vacation and Second Homes

Should You Buy a Vacation Home?

Before joining the second-home club, consider the long-term responsibilities. Despite the work and costs, there are many great reasons to buy a second home.

Tax Breaks for Second Home Owners

If buying a second home for vacations, rental income, or retirement, take advantage of tax breaks to reduce costs, including deductions for mortgage interest, property taxes, and rental expenses.

New Construction in Atlanta

A New Home Directory

This online resource lists every active new home subdivision, condominium and townhome community in the Metro Atlanta area. The link above allows you to drill down by county or city.

How an Agent Enhances Your New Construction Home Buying Experience

If you're in the market to purchase a new construction home, there are several reasons why having an agent on your side can be extremely beneficial.

Looking to purchase new construction? Call us and we'll guide you through the process to find your perfect new home!

Just Sold!

Mountain Creek Neighborhood

in Roswell

Our buyers were able to win this house in a multiple offer situation! So happy for this couple and their beautiful, new 4|3|1 home! Wishing them many happy years in its gorgeous outdoor paradise!

Under Contract!

470 Karls Gate Drive | Marietta

Listed for $1,050,000

Congratulations to our Sellers and all the hard work they put into this beauty! We're delighted it's now under contract and excited for what the future holds for you.

Beat the Heat

Cool Home Hacks for Summer

The Best Cooling Sheets of 2024

Fans and low AC settings won't mean a thing if your bedding keeps you too warm at night. Enter a quality set of cooling sheets!

30 No-Cook Summer Dishes

In the dog days of summer, keep your house cooler with these meals by NOT turning on your oven!

The Best Ceiling Fans of 2024

There are several benefits of ceiling fans, but the most important is that they can reduce your home energy costs and improve comfort.

An HVAC Maintenance Checklist

A checklist to keep your cooling system at peak performance by a professional contractor.

Easy Steps to Maintain Your AC

Or you can DIY it!

Culinary Chic

The Latest Kitchen Design Trends

Dishing Out the Future of Kitchen Design

Trends are redefining the delicate balance of style and practicality in exciting ways. Decorilla, an online design resource, will get your creative juices flowing!

Creative Coffee Bar Ideas

Innovative ideas to help you curate the ultimate home coffee or beverage bar at home.

50 Kitchen Makeovers

Before & after photos are ALWAYS fun and FULL of inspiration!

Open Shelving Kitchen Ideas

These open shelving kitchen ideas can instantly add depth and make a room feel more inviting. If you switch your cabinets for shelves above, consider drawers below!