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Indulge in Dessert at These 5 Places Around Atlanta
"Life is uncertain. Eat dessert first." That's the philosophy behind Dessert Day, a holiday celebrating the best course of a meal. On Wednesday, October 14, join our real estate agents by enjoying your favorite sweet treats at these great shops and bakeries around Atlanta.
- Sweet Cheats - 692-B Kirkwood Ave. SE, Atlanta, GA 30316
The appropriately-named Sweet Cheats specializes in single-serve portions of elegant desserts. Founder Shirley Hughes was inspired by efforts to indulge her cravings during her days as a competitive bodybuilder. Sweet Cheats has developed devoted customers near Atlanta homes for sale who love their gourmet cupcakes and cruffles, which are the cake-pop versions. With an extensive selection of cookies, brownies, and cheesecake by the slice, there's something to satisfy any taste. Hours are 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.
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Remodeling: When to DIY and When to Hire a Pro
Remodeling your home is a fantastic way to make your home a little bit more comfortable and a little more valuable when the time comes to put it on the market. Our real estate agents recommend taking stock of your skills and abilities before performing any remodeling. While it is fine to do some tasks by yourself, it is important to know when to leave the job to a professional.
Go Ahead and Do It Yourself
You can probably take care of most painting tasks or hanging wallpaper. Likewise, you can do landscaping and most general maintenance tasks such as replacing baseboards or repairing damaged drywall. These tasks are not that difficult, and there is minimal risk of causing lasting damage to your home. Likewise, general maintenance tasks such as replacing air filters, cleaning gutters, repairing/painting fences, etc. are also easy to perform and won't risk damage to the home.
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Atlanta: 5 Manufacturing Companies Around the City
Join us in celebrating the hardworking men and women who manufacture the products and materials we rely on each day. The first Friday of October is National Manufacturing Day and our real estate agents believe that we should all acknowledge the many manufacturing companies around Atlanta that provide residential, commercial, and industrial areas with food, steel, chemicals, and other vital resources.
One of the best ways to celebrate National Manufacturing Day is to learn about the many manufacturing companies operating in our own backyard. Atlanta's manufacturing industry employs hundreds of residents and bolsters our economy. On October 2nd, consider doing some research into these five manufacturing companies that call ATL home.
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Why Now Is The Perfect Time To Buy a First Home
You had saved for the down payment and planned to become a first-time homeowner in 2020. And then just like that, the coronavirus pandemic turned the world upside down. Should you still go through with the purchase or put your plans on hold? Navigating the real estate world as a first-time buyer can be confusing and stressful. Add in a layer of the paralyzing stress and uncertainty of the pandemic, and you have many potential buyers with mixed feelings about taking the leap when things are looking grim.
The real estate market is a bit shaken by the pandemic, but you can still explore Atlanta homes for sale. To help you make an informed decision, our real estate agents have compiled a list of 4 reasons why now is actually a good time to buy a first home.
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Hungry? Try a Cheeseburger From These 6 Places
With National Cheeseburger Day just around the corner, our real estate agents thought it'd be a good opportunity to highlight some of the best local burger joints. After all, one of the great benefits of living in or around such a great city is there is no shortage of good burger options and new restaurants to try. Below are recommendations for six great places to grab a burger in or around the Atlanta area.
- Grindhouse Killer Burgers - 1842 Piedmont Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30324
Grindhouse Killer Burgers quickly became known as one of Atlanta's best burger joints and won several awards shortly after opening in 2009. In addition to their tasty fresh ground burgers, they also offer a fun, unique atmosphere, not far from these beautiful Atlanta homes for sale.