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08/01/2022

We need to keep building houses even if no one wants to buy - Michigannewstime.com

Excellent explanation of what's happening in the housing market. https://michigannewstime.com/we-need-to-keep-building-houses-even-if-no-one-want

The United States has a deep housing shortage that has been going on for decades. Also, right now, developers across the country are pulling out of construction because they can’t sell enough homes. How can both of these things be true? This conundrum is at the heart of the boom-and-bust nature of...

06/22/2022

Interesting article on storytelling design. It's all about experiencing your product from the consumer's point of view. https://library.gv.com/why-good-storytelling-helps-you-design-great-products-148c9bbc7404#.ugrc7f2wg

06/19/2022

Happy Father's Day from all of us at Idea Associates.

06/19/2022

Happy Father's Day from Your Partners at Idea Associates.

05/08/2022

Happy Mother's Day from Your Partners at Idea Associates.

04/22/2022

In Honor of Earth Day

04/14/2022

8 Social media trends to watch in 2022

Interesting article on social media trends. Is tiktok in all our future marketing plans. https://sproutsocial.com/insights/social-media-trends/

As a marketer, it helps to keep an eye on what's happening. See what social media trends to watch in 2022.

03/17/2022

Happy St. Patrick's Day from Idea Associates!

01/17/2022

Today we honor Martin Luther King Jr.

01/01/2022

Happy New Year from your friends at Idea Associates.

12/24/2021

Happy Holidays from all of us at Idea Associates.

12/23/2021

The Causes We Love Are All About Homes - Idea Associates, Inc.

Finding a Home…it’s a concept at the heart of everything we do at Idea Associates. Because if there is one thing that we’ve learned over 30+ years in the real estate industry it is that home is much more than a building. It’s the place of belonging where life happens. The right home can be life-changing.

Read more about the charities we support and the homes they provide at the link below.

Finding a Home…it’s a concept at the heart of everything we do at Idea Associates. Because if there is one thing that we’ve learned over 30+ years in the real estate industry it is that home is much more than a building. It’s the place of...

12/20/2021

Today, we lost a beloved Georgian, true gentleman and dear friend in Senator Johnny Isakson. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Isakson family and all who loved him. May we honor his legacy by following his example of servant leadership and unwavering respect for all.

12/16/2021

Home Builder Confidence Rises in December on Strong Demand

https://www.thestreet.com/investing/home-builder-confidence-rises-strong-demand

But obstacles remain for builders, including finding workers, predicting pricing and dealing with material delays, the NAHB says.

12/15/2021

Happy Holidays from all of us at Idea Associates.

11/25/2021

Happy Thanksgiving from your friends at Idea Associates.

09/19/2021

Council Post: 15 Ways To Stay On Top Of Real Estate Market Trends

Great article on real estate Market trends. I have always practiced reading everything I could and looking at other markets.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesrealestatecouncil/2021/06/04/15-ways-to-stay-on-top-of-real-estate-market-trends/?sh=6299fd952482

How real estate professionals keep up with the pulse of market trends determines how successful they'll be in their job.

09/04/2021

Timeline photos

07/02/2021

Timeline photos

06/25/2021

06/20/2021

Celebrating fathers and all that they do.

06/16/2021

06/14/2021

06/09/2021

06/01/2021

Designing for a post-pandemic world - Idea Associates, Inc.

What’s the future of design in our post pandemic world? We’ve shared our thoughts here.

3 trends shaping our industry now As COVID-19 upended every corner of our society over the past year, we knew that it was only a matter of time before we would see this upheaval reflected in the world of design. Like everything in our lives,...

05/31/2021

04/12/2021

Golf Courses Sell At Fast Pace, But Developers Are Taking Mulligans On Reuse

Interesting article on the future of golf courses. Golf course versus industrial site? https://www.bisnow.com/chicago/news/economic-development/golf-courses-selling-at-a-record-pace-but-developers-struggle-over-what-to-do-with-them-108453?utm_source=outbound_pub_75&utm_campaign=outbound_issue_47438&utm_content=outbound_link_1&utm_medium=email

A record number of golf courses sold in the Chicago area last year, but developers are finding their new residential and industrial plans are controversial.

03/01/2021

Americans on the move: Atlanta top city for inbound migration - Atlanta Agent Magazine

Atlanta continues to be a hot spot for relocation. We are sure seeing this with our clients. The COVID-19 pandemic is accelerating migration across the country, following moving patterns that began in prior years, according to a new report.
atlantaagentmagazine.com Americans on the move: Atlanta top city for inbound migration - Atlanta Agent Magazine

https://atlantaagentmagazine.com/2021/02/09/americans-on-the-move-atlanta-top-city-for-inbound-migration/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=6033e5c68fffea0001379a45&utm_source=5d82c2d24c09147313780e13&abe=0&agent_id=5d82c2d24c09147313780e13&fbclid=IwAR38n5b-TkgT0kQmngbF0eEC2VozIX2khRpYu2bNUsSORYgLY-S1SFdDiiY

The COVID-19 pandemic is accelerating migration across the country, following moving patterns that began in prior years, according to a new report.

01/11/2021

Home Trends to Watch for in 2021

Are you familiar with Grandmillennial and Cottagecore design? Sounds like they are the hot trends for the new year.

https://rismedia.com/2021/01/07/home-trends-watch-2021/?fbclid=IwAR2YnH9REzbPc_ZofmH4XaoFhInpCUcEhnckUZweQjBa5EtGp17Urs6WQ9I

"As 2020 caught us spending more time at home, homeowners began rethinking how they would use their homes in the new year."

12/31/2020

Happy New Year! Wishing you and your family peace, health, happiness, and prosperity in 2021.
#2021

11/21/2020

Idea Associates, Inc. updated their information in their About section.

Idea Associates, Inc. updated their information in their About section.

09/07/2020

Building ideas where everyone has a home.

09/04/2020

How to Get More User-Generated Content on Instagram

User-generated content or UGC is a great way to get more free publicity about your product. While your apartments or homes may be social media worthy, sometimes your buyer may require a little prompting to post. Does your company need help managing social media? Reach out to our team today! https://bit.ly/30TmWqb

Discover how to get more people to create user-generated content (UGC) about your products or services on Instagram.

09/02/2020

The RADCO Companies - Idea Associates, Inc.

Developing a strong yet flexible brand isn’t always easy. But, when you’re working with a company with tremendous growth, it’s a necessity. Over the years, we have worked with RADCO to develop and redevelop an overall brand look that remains consistent and distinct while still being suitable for properties from Atlanta to Florida to Texas to Colorado and beyond. https://bit.ly/2MLnNEF

Developing a strong yet flexible brand isn’t always easy. But, when you’re working with a company experiencing meteoric growth, it’s a necessity. Over the years, we have worked with RADCO to develop and redevelop an overall brand look that remains consistent and distinctly RADCO, while...

08/31/2020

Will We See a Surge of Homebuyers Moving to the Suburbs?

Homes in metropolitan areas vs homes in suburban areas. While early data has shown a trend towards home buyers leaning towards the suburbs, will this continue? https://bit.ly/3k8cNP7

As remote work continues on for many businesses and Americans weigh the risks of being in densely populated areas, will more people start to move out of bigger cities?

08/28/2020

Are you a developer needing to brand a new project, create collateral, and build a website? With 30+ years of real estate experience, we’re happy to help. https://bit.ly/2GYTSVS

08/26/2020

Amazon Has Leased 5M SF Of Atlanta Industrial Properties In 2020, Driving Major Market Gains

Atlanta’s industrial real estate sector has seen a huge spike this year as Amazon leases 5M SF of industrial property for its fulfillment centers. And while other retailers don’t have the footprint of Amazon, online purchasing will continue to make industrial property a core investment as companies meet shipping demand and warehousing demand. https://bit.ly/2Prp17e

The activity pipeline is strong enough to see another 10M SF of absorption in the third quarter alone.

08/24/2020

Low Mortgage Rates Pushing Prospective Buyers Off the Fence

Low mortgage rates have changed prospective buyers into active buyers for the second half of 2020. According to a recent survey by NAHB, “of the 11% of American adults considering a future home purchase in the second quarter of 2020, about half are…actively engaged in the process to find a home.” https://bit.ly/3i7pYOB

Of the 11% of American adults considering a future home purchase in the second quarter of 2020, about half (49%) are not simply planning it, they are actively engaged in the process to find a home,…