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Do you have a hunger that only a juicy steak will satisfy? Our real estate agents love an evening spent with friends and family at a delicious restaurant. When we're craving steak, we head straight to one of these seven mouthwatering steakhouses in Atlanta.

1. Bones — 3130 Piedmont Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30305
   For the last sixteen years, Bones has received the Best of Atlanta Steakhouse Award. Just one evening at this coveted Atlanta institution will forever change the way you define fine dining. Their wine list is extensive. Their dessert menu is too good to be true. And, of course, their steaks are simply perfect. The service and servings at Bones speak for themselves. Make a reservation and treat yourself to an unforgettable night.
   
   
2. STK Atlanta — 1075 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
   From the City of Angels to the Big Apple and a handful of hot spots in between, STK Steakhouse has become a favorite dining destination for those living near one of their nine U.S. locations. Thankfully, STK Atlanta means we're never far from a fantastic steak. STK's steak offerings range from the 6oz filet to the 28oz dry-aged porterhouse. Want to turn your home into your very own steakhouse? STK delivers to many Atlanta residences.

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Our real estate agents at Josey Young & Brady Realty can introduce you to Atlanta homes for sale of any size and description to suit your needs. Whether you're looking for a starter home or an income property, we will help you navigate our real estate market successfully.

A rental property can be an excellent way to cultivate a reliable income stream for savings or paying the bills. Many people aim to purchase Atlanta properties where the rent they collect will provide most, if not all, of the income they need to pay their mortgage.

What about when dedicating a whole home to renting isn't feasible? Buying a home that has a basement apartment or other rental suite can be a worthwhile alternative.

However, renting out a spare room has its own challenges. Some of these are amplified by having a tenant onsite with your family. It's crucial to know exactly what you're getting into!

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Are you ready for another summer of fantastic festivals in Atlanta? No matter your interest, from films to healthy living, there's a local festival with your name on it. Atlanta's parks make for excellent community gathering places throughout the year and also play host to some of the city's biggest annual festivals. Our real estate agents love taking part in local events, and we've got the details on four festivals around Atlanta this summer that you definitely won't want to miss.

Celebrate at These Atlanta Festivals

• BronzeLens Film Festival – Atlanta Marriott Marquis, 265 Peachtree Center Ave., Atlanta | Aug. 21-25
  Entering its 10th year this summer, the BronzeLens Film Festival continues to fulfill its mission of promoting the growing film industry in Atlanta, with a focus on films created by African Americans. The goal is to promote Atlanta as a movie mecca and showcase the work of a new generation of filmmakers. The festival includes film showings at multiple local venues, informative, engaging discussion panels, and masterclasses led by some of the biggest names in film. It's also a great place for aspiring local filmmakers to network and build connections in the industry.

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Are you planning on selling your home and moving on to a new one in the near future? If so, you should know that making good use of a storage unit can help. As our real estate agents often advise home sellers, clearing out at least a third of what is now in your home can make it more appealing to buyers, helping you sell faster and possibly at a better price.

So how exactly should you use a storage unit to help you make your best sale on your home? Here are five ways storage units can help you make your home stand out from the crowd of Atlanta homes for sale:

1. Use it to store personal items
   Personal items, like family pictures, trophies, toys, knick-knacks, and books, are the things that make a house your home. While this is a good thing in everyday life, a homey look can make selling your home more difficult. Getting such items out of the house and into a storage unit helps depersonalize the home, giving potential buyers the opportunity to picture it as their new home.

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Your beloved dog may be your best friend, but unfortunately, the two of you can't be together 24/7. Whether you're headed to work or leaving for vacation, trust Fido to these quality doggie daycare facilities recommended by our real estate agents.

1. Bark Avenue Pet Resort - 2961 Olympic Industrial Drive
   Just like their humans, dogs have their own individual personalities, and they can have different responses to social activities. Bark Avenue Pet Resort specializes in non-social and senior dog care, and clients rave about the staff's knack for keeping their pets in small groups with compatible dogs. Staff members will even have one-on-one walks and playtime with dogs who are too timid to be around other animals. Hours at Bark Avenue are 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Friday through Sunday.

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