KNOWAtlanta Relocation Guide

12/03/2021

KA Thrift Shopping

Did you know Atlanta ranks #5 in the list of the best U.S. cities for thrifting?

A mysterious, fun activity, thrifting is not only great for the environment but also fantastic for the local economy! Local memorabilia, vintage classics and upcycled fashion are just a few treasures you can find at your local thrift shop.

The city of Atlanta has 55.99 stores per 100,000 residents, offering plenty of options to find local treasures looking for a new home!

Discover more reasons to fall in love with Atlanta on our website:
https://knowatlanta.com/

12/02/2021

The holidays are here! Moving to a new city is a great time to make new holiday traditions while also celebrating old ones.

What better way for you and your child to get to know your new community than to look for ways to get involved and give back? 🤝

Special thanks to Primrose Schools for these 6 tips to spread the joy this holiday season:
https://knowatlanta.com/blog/6-ways-to-share-the-joy-of-giving-with-children

The holidays are here! Moving to a new city is a great time to make new holiday traditions while also celebrating old ones.

What better way for you and your child to get to know your new community than to look for ways to get involved and give back? 🤝

Special thanks to Primrose Schools for these 6 tips to spread the joy this holiday season:
https://knowatlanta.com/blog/6-ways-to-share-the-joy-of-giving-with-children

11/30/2021

Toll Brothers | KNOWAtlanta - Atlanta's Relocation Guide

Toll Brothers, an award-winning FORTUNE 500 company founded in 1967, is the nation’s leading builder of luxury homes.

Residents of the builder’s opulent communities enjoy access to Atlanta’s top shops, entertainment venues, public transportation and restaurants, as well as the popular Atlanta BeltLine.

The builder is currently developing throughout the metro area in Inman Park, Edgewood, East Atlanta Village, Decatur and Oakhurst.

Discover Toll Brothers’ impressive luxury home portfolio:
https://knowatlanta.com/profile/toll-brothers

Toll Brothers has you covered in Atlanta’s most coveted neighborhoods. Toll Brothers, an award-winning FORTUNE 500 company founded in 1967, is the nation’s leading builder of l...

11/26/2021

Home buyers planning to buy a brand-new house or condominium often cite energy efficiency, open layout, a warranty and being able to select appliances, flooring, paint colors and other design elements as factors driving their choice.

We’re sharing a few more benefits of a brand-new home that you may not see in the sales brochure.

Special thanks to the National Association of Home Builders for these helpful tips:
https://www.knowatlanta.com/find-a-home/the-not-so-obvious-benefits-of-buying-a-new-home

Home buyers planning to buy a brand-new house or condominium often cite energy efficiency, open layout, a warranty and being able to select appliances, flooring, paint colors and other design elements as factors driving their choice.

We’re sharing a few more benefits of a brand-new home that you may not see in the sales brochure.

Special thanks to the National Association of Home Builders for these helpful tips:
https://www.knowatlanta.com/find-a-home/the-not-so-obvious-benefits-of-buying-a-new-home

11/25/2021

A time to eat, drink and be grateful! Wishing you a very happy Thanksgiving from everyone at KNOWAtlanta! 🦃 🥧

A time to eat, drink and be grateful! Wishing you a very happy Thanksgiving from everyone at KNOWAtlanta! 🦃 🥧

11/23/2021

Did you know that Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport serves 275,000 passengers daily and 107 million annually?

The thriving travel hub was recognized as the busiest airport in 2020 for the 22nd year in a row, as well as the world’s most efficient.

The airport is also Georgia’s largest employer, boasting more than 63,000 onsite jobs.

Discover Atlanta’s economic juggernaut:
https://www.knowatlanta.com/magazine/knowatlanta-fall-2021

11/22/2021

Home to nearly 6 million people and more than 150,000 businesses, metro Atlanta continues to be an attractive place for Fortune 500 and 1000 companies.

According to Greg Simon, VP of economic development at the Metro Atlanta Chamber, “Atlanta’s economy has been fueled by a decades-long influx of population from around the world, offering a talent pipeline for all of our employers.”

Learn more about Atlanta’s exciting business prospects:
https://knowatlanta.com/jobs/atlanta-fortune-500

Home to nearly 6 million people and more than 150,000 businesses, metro Atlanta continues to be an attractive place for Fortune 500 and 1000 companies.

According to Greg Simon, VP of economic development at the Metro Atlanta Chamber, “Atlanta’s economy has been fueled by a decades-long influx of population from around the world, offering a talent pipeline for all of our employers.”

Learn more about Atlanta’s exciting business prospects:
https://knowatlanta.com/jobs/atlanta-fortune-500

11/19/2021

Looking for a new home in Atlanta?

As the newest and fastest-growing real estate brokerage in Atlanta, Engel & Völkers Atlanta has grown to 6 office locations around the metro area.

The strength of its remarkable brand has made Engel & Völkers the most recognized real estate firm worldwide with over 10,000 Advisors in 700 offices, spanning 34 countries and 5 continents.

Contact Engel & Völkers today to find your forever home!
https://knowatlanta.com/profile/engel-volkers-atlanta

Looking for a new home in Atlanta?

As the newest and fastest-growing real estate brokerage in Atlanta, Engel & Völkers Atlanta has grown to 6 office locations around the metro area.

The strength of its remarkable brand has made Engel & Völkers the most recognized real estate firm worldwide with over 10,000 Advisors in 700 offices, spanning 34 countries and 5 continents.

Contact Engel & Völkers today to find your forever home!
https://knowatlanta.com/profile/engel-volkers-atlanta

11/18/2021

Welcome to Hall County!

Over 200,000 residents call this gorgeous county home in cities such as Braselton, Flowery Branch, Gainesville and more.

Home to metro Atlanta’s popular resort destination, Lake Lanier, as well as Atlanta Botanical Garden’s Gainesville hub, locals and visitors flock to these green spaces to enjoy some of Georgia’s best views.

Major employers in Hall include Fieldale Farms Corporation, Hall County School System, Victory Processing LLC, Northeast Georgia Medical Center and Kubota Manufacturing of America.

Explore more of this stunning county and its natural wonders:
https://knowatlanta.com/counties/hall

📸: Marilyn Nieves

Welcome to Hall County!

Over 200,000 residents call this gorgeous county home in cities such as Braselton, Flowery Branch, Gainesville and more.

Home to metro Atlanta’s popular resort destination, Lake Lanier, as well as Atlanta Botanical Garden’s Gainesville hub, locals and visitors flock to these green spaces to enjoy some of Georgia’s best views.

Major employers in Hall include Fieldale Farms Corporation, Hall County School System, Victory Processing LLC, Northeast Georgia Medical Center and Kubota Manufacturing of America.

Explore more of this stunning county and its natural wonders:
https://knowatlanta.com/counties/hall

📸: Marilyn Nieves

11/16/2021

So often, we hear about the importance of early education and focus quite a bit on those all-encompassing high school years.

In many cases, the middle school years get lost in that discussion.

Fortunately, metro Atlanta’s private schools have risen to the challenge, making those middle-grade years as welcoming and meaningful as possible.

Discover metro Atlanta’s private schools:
https://knowatlanta.com/education/metro-atlanta-private-schools-make-big-difference-during-middle-grades

So often, we hear about the importance of early education and focus quite a bit on those all-encompassing high school years.

In many cases, the middle school years get lost in that discussion.

Fortunately, metro Atlanta’s private schools have risen to the challenge, making those middle-grade years as welcoming and meaningful as possible.

Discover metro Atlanta’s private schools:
https://knowatlanta.com/education/metro-atlanta-private-schools-make-big-difference-during-middle-grades

11/11/2021

To those that served to protect our country, we are thankful for your sacrifice and heroism. 🇺🇸

To those that served to protect our country, we are thankful for your sacrifice and heroism. 🇺🇸

11/10/2021

In recent years, a number of metro Atlanta’s home builders have become bona fide leaders in the active adult segment of the industry, providing outstanding options for residents aged 55 and better.

Explore metro Atlanta’s top active adult builders:
https://www.knowatlanta.com/find-a-home/55-living-the-best-of-the-best

Traton Homes
Majestic Lifestyle Builders

In recent years, a number of metro Atlanta’s home builders have become bona fide leaders in the active adult segment of the industry, providing outstanding options for residents aged 55 and better.

Explore metro Atlanta’s top active adult builders:
https://www.knowatlanta.com/find-a-home/55-living-the-best-of-the-best

Traton Homes
Majestic Lifestyle Builders

11/08/2021

Did You Know STEM?

Did you know that Atlanta ranks number 12 for cities poised for the greatest growth in STEM jobs?

In a study conducted by RCLCO, a leading national real estate advisory firm, the country’s largest metro areas were analyzed in terms of economy and future employment opportunities.

Interested in learning more about Atlanta’s future employment prospects? Stay updated on our website!

https://knowatlanta.com/category/business

11/04/2021

The former base for the Atlanta Falcons practice and training facilities, the city of Suwanee experienced a population boom starting in 1970, turning the agricultural hub into a home buyer destination.

The current population of 19,215 enjoys diverse housing options, the largest school system in Georgia and incredible green spaces – which all make this city a fantastic place to live, work and play.

Learn more about the city of Suwanee:
https://knowatlanta.com/blog/moving-to-suwanee.

📸: Metro Atlanta Chamber

The former base for the Atlanta Falcons practice and training facilities, the city of Suwanee experienced a population boom starting in 1970, turning the agricultural hub into a home buyer destination.

The current population of 19,215 enjoys diverse housing options, the largest school system in Georgia and incredible green spaces – which all make this city a fantastic place to live, work and play.

Learn more about the city of Suwanee:
https://knowatlanta.com/blog/moving-to-suwanee.

📸: Metro Atlanta Chamber

11/01/2021

When considering college and university options, parents and students often avoid looking at private institutions because they tend to think that it may cost more than a public college or university. The truth is that’s not actually the case.

Here, we look at some of the most prominent private institutions in the metro Atlanta area and what you can expect when it comes to costs and benefits:
Oglethorpe University
Morehouse College
Life University
Emory University

https://knowatlanta.com/education/privatecollegeoptionsinatlantageorgia

When considering college and university options, parents and students often avoid looking at private institutions because they tend to think that it may cost more than a public college or university. The truth is that’s not actually the case.

Here, we look at some of the most prominent private institutions in the metro Atlanta area and what you can expect when it comes to costs and benefits:
Oglethorpe University
Morehouse College
Life University
Emory University

https://knowatlanta.com/education/privatecollegeoptionsinatlantageorgia

11/01/2021

Way to go The Paideia School School for helping new families find their home and the best school in Atlanta!

10/31/2021

Happy Halloween from KNOWAtlanta! We hope you have a safe and spooky night!🎃

Happy Halloween from KNOWAtlanta! We hope you have a safe and spooky night!🎃

10/30/2021

Georgia Natural Gas is the number one clean energy provider in the state of Georgia, servicing more than half a million residents. 🔥

Save money this holiday season by switching to Georgia Natural Gas and following these helpful tips to lower your energy bill and stress so that you can focus on this year’s festivities!

Reduce your energy bill this holiday season:
https://knowatlanta.com/blog/save-on-energy-this-holiday-season-with-georgia-natural-gas

Georgia Natural Gas is the number one clean energy provider in the state of Georgia, servicing more than half a million residents. 🔥

Save money this holiday season by switching to Georgia Natural Gas and following these helpful tips to lower your energy bill and stress so that you can focus on this year’s festivities!

Reduce your energy bill this holiday season:
https://knowatlanta.com/blog/save-on-energy-this-holiday-season-with-georgia-natural-gas

10/29/2021

Nestled in the heart of Atlanta’s Garden Hills district is a community of 90 different nationalities and over 60 languages. 🌍

At the Atlanta International School, students receive an enriched education, broad cultural outlook and personal evolvement.

From 3K to 12th grade, families of the “globally-minded” youngsters invest in a level of intercultural competence that is hard to beat, not only in Atlanta but anywhere in the world.

Learn more about raising international kids in Atlanta!
https://knowatlanta.com/blog/raising-truly-international-kids-in-atlanta

Nestled in the heart of Atlanta’s Garden Hills district is a community of 90 different nationalities and over 60 languages. 🌍

At the Atlanta International School, students receive an enriched education, broad cultural outlook and personal evolvement.

From 3K to 12th grade, families of the “globally-minded” youngsters invest in a level of intercultural competence that is hard to beat, not only in Atlanta but anywhere in the world.

Learn more about raising international kids in Atlanta!
https://knowatlanta.com/blog/raising-truly-international-kids-in-atlanta

10/28/2021

Say hello to beautiful Gwinnett County! Home to big metro Atlanta attractions like Lake Lanier, Infinite Energy Center, Chateau Elan Winery & Resort and more, it is one of the fastest-growing counties in Atlanta. 🏙️

A population of just under 1 million residents enjoys big city living 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta, as well as a nationally recognized school system and an abundance of natural green spaces!

Major county employers include Gwinnett County Public Schools, Gwinnett County Government, Walmart, Publix, Primerica and Gwinnett Health Care System, offering residents employment opportunities with major Forbes 500 and 1000 companies.

Explore what Gwinnett County has to offer visitors and residents alike:
https://knowatlanta.com/counties/gwinnett

📸: Metro Atlanta Chamber

Say hello to beautiful Gwinnett County! Home to big metro Atlanta attractions like Lake Lanier, Infinite Energy Center, Chateau Elan Winery & Resort and more, it is one of the fastest-growing counties in Atlanta. 🏙️

A population of just under 1 million residents enjoys big city living 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta, as well as a nationally recognized school system and an abundance of natural green spaces!

Major county employers include Gwinnett County Public Schools, Gwinnett County Government, Walmart, Publix, Primerica and Gwinnett Health Care System, offering residents employment opportunities with major Forbes 500 and 1000 companies.

Explore what Gwinnett County has to offer visitors and residents alike:
https://knowatlanta.com/counties/gwinnett

📸: Metro Atlanta Chamber

10/26/2021

Atlanta offers access to a booming economy, a low corporate tax structure, a highly educated and skilled workforce, one of the world’s largest travel hubs, a right-to-work status, a growing innovation ecosystem and much more.

It’s no surprise that Atlanta is home to 16 Fortune 500 companies and 14 Fortune 1000 businesses.

Read more about metro Atlanta’s booming big businesses:
https://knowatlanta.com/feature-stories-on-atlanta/big-business-in-atlanta

Atlanta offers access to a booming economy, a low corporate tax structure, a highly educated and skilled workforce, one of the world’s largest travel hubs, a right-to-work status, a growing innovation ecosystem and much more.

It’s no surprise that Atlanta is home to 16 Fortune 500 companies and 14 Fortune 1000 businesses.

Read more about metro Atlanta’s booming big businesses:
https://knowatlanta.com/feature-stories-on-atlanta/big-business-in-atlanta

10/25/2021

Cooler temperatures are just around the corner! Fall is the perfect time to get out and enjoy everything our beautiful, diverse state has to offer.🌸

From the luxurious Atlanta Botanical Garden to Path400, there is so much to do to celebrate our gorgeous landscape.

Read more about all the fun outdoor activities going on in Atlanta year-round!
https://knowatlanta.com/feature-stories-on-atlanta/best-ways-to-enjoy-nature-in-atlanta

Cooler temperatures are just around the corner! Fall is the perfect time to get out and enjoy everything our beautiful, diverse state has to offer.🌸

From the luxurious Atlanta Botanical Garden to Path400, there is so much to do to celebrate our gorgeous landscape.

Read more about all the fun outdoor activities going on in Atlanta year-round!
https://knowatlanta.com/feature-stories-on-atlanta/best-ways-to-enjoy-nature-in-atlanta