Real estate publication with maps and area information useful in relocation. Service You Can Count on from an expert on the Atlanta area. I have published the FMLS Magazines about Atlanta for 20 years and have lived in Atlanta for 35 years.
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I live in Roswell but have lived in Buckhead, Alpharetta and Dunwoody. My site about Atlanta is atlantacommunityprofiles.com. Listen to my weekly radio show on BIZ1190AM at 1pm Saturday afternoons where I interview Mayors and community leaders. Please call for information about the metro area. By pairing my real estate knowledge with the support of the largest real estate company in Georgia, Keller Williams Realty, I offer my clients everything they need – real estate, mortgage, insurance and closing services
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This week we interview Andy Peters
Real Estate Consultant :: Qualifying Broker :: MAPS Coach
Operating Principal @ the Georgia Legacy Group (KW North Atlanta, Roswell, & Chattahoochee North)
#1 Keller Williams Real Estate Group :: Southeast Region and State of Georgia, 2018
We discuss his background, a profile of the Legacy Group and its amazing growth to 1900 agents.
Lou Wieland Interviews Andy Peters, Real Estate Broker
Fleming Flooring & Design Centers
Today we're talking with Tiffany Lane, Flooring Director with Fleming Flooring. Ask us your questions and we'll answer them live!
Money Magazine recognized Woodstock as the 17th Best Places to Live in the US.
They are located just 30 miles north of Atlanta, their city limits include more than 12 square miles and over 30,000 residents up approximately 40% since the 2010 census. This dynamic city is a Georgia Plan First Community and a recipient of Georgia Municipal Association’s Live, Work, Play City Award. Known for its vibrant downtown and world-class parks and trails, Woodstock is home to hundreds of thriving small businesses, regional shopping and tourism destinations. Tune in for a lively discuss of:
An Update on the expansion of the City’s Greenprints Trail System.
Update on single family home construction in 2020.
How has COVID affected operations and events in the City?
What is the City doing to help local businesses affected by the pandemic?
The average price of a single family detached home is up 48% over the last 5 years and is currently $325,500.
Lou interviews Jeff Moon, City Manager of Woodstock, GA.
Hapeville is a city in Fulton County, the population is 7000, it is 6miles from downtown and is 2 ½ square miles. It is adjacent to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport. It is headquarters for Delta Airlines and Korean Air Cargo, and Porsche’s $100-million U.S. headquarters complete with Porsche experience driving track.
The average price of a detached home is under $275,000 and one of the best buys in the metro area.
The city is also home to the original Chick-fil-A Dwarf House and many hotels serving business travelers. Hapeville offers many attractions, including the new Academy Theatre. Residential neighborhoods feature a wide variety of homes, from bungalows to Chicago style townhouses to lofts and condominiums. Business will benefit from their commercial Opportunity Zone offering the maximum tax advantages allowable by the state. The city government is focused on planning and has experienced significant revitalization. Hapeville is a designated Main Street City and has an historic downtown including a Historical Society Depot Museum, the Historic Christ Church and Carriage House, the Hoyt Smith Conference Center, and many downtown storefronts. The city features a downtown park and a unique public arts program, including murals and a flurry of painted butterflies. Hapeville’s Development Authority develops and promotes trade, commerce, industry, and employment opportunities.. Johns Creek • johnscreekga.gov (678) 512-3200 •
Lou interviews Mayor Alan Hallman from Hapeville, GA.
Tune in as Lou speaks with Jenae Kennedy, President, Cobb Association of Realtors. Jenae is the proud recipient of the 2014 Young Achievers Award for the Georgia Association of Realtors and Realtor of the Year for the Cobb Association of Realtors and the 2020 Realtor of the year for the Association. We discuss prices of detached homes in Cobb are up 41 % over the last 5 years and the average price of a detached home in Cobb is $335,000, how Covid 19 has effected sales and prices, and which areas of Cobb are doing best. We also talk about what’s the forecast for sales and prices in Cobb, how is virtual showing working, the function of the Cobb Association of Realtors, interest rates., why buy and or sell now, what to do in preparation to sell or buy, and how to select an agent.
https://www.cobbrealtors.com/ https://www.atlantacommunityprofiles.com/ Lou Interviews Jenea Kennedy, President, Cobb Association of REALTORS®. Visit Atlanta...
Tune in for our interview with Jeremy Crawford, President & CEO of First Multiple Listing Service. We discuss the traditional spring market was heavily affected by COVID19, what’s different about this year’s market at the end of Spring, and what FMLS members say has been most challenging in serving their buyers and sellers with today’s market conditions. We also touch on how current interest rates are affecting buying and selling in the greater Atlanta Marketplace, today’s changing marketplace, what has FMLS has done recently to expand upon what is available to agents, and thoughts on wholesalers in the industry and how the MLS might benefit them in advertising and connecting to buyers and sellers.
https://www.fmls.com/ https://www.atlantacommunityprofiles.com/ Lou Interviews Jeremy Crawford, President & CEO, First Multiple Listing Service. Visit www.at...
Fleming Flooring & Design Centers
Donna interviews Rick Waugaman, Fleming Flooring CFO.
Tune in for Part 2 of our interview with Albert “Al” Lee Thurman, Mayor. He has served people throughout his life as a missionary, small business owner, community leader, and elected public official. Al won the mayoral seat in Powder Springs in 2015, campaigning successfully on a platform of change and calling for a new era of improved economic development, forward-thinking leadership, positive growth and accountable governing. The City of Powder Springs is located in southwest Cobb County approximately 25 miles west of Atlanta and approximately 12 miles southwest of Marietta, the county seat.
The median price of a single family detached home is $284,000 up 34% over the last 5 years
Their land area: 6.34 square miles
Population: 14,253
Population change since 2000: +14.2%
Median resident age: 36.2 years.
Median household income: $57,572
There are countless opportunities to get out there and get active in Powder Springs! From our beautiful parks and trails to historic homes and museums there is always something to do with your family! Almost every weekend we have exciting events happening around the city. Trails in Powder Springs are open again and parking for trails is accessible.
City Parks are open again. Linear Park is open only Thurs-Sun, dawn to dusk.
Powder Springs is a Bicycle Friendly City. Significant redevelopment projects are underway in the city’s historic downtown. Their premier downtown access to the Silver Comet Trail across Cobb County is convenient to businesses and neighborhoods along Marietta Street and to expanding amenities at the city’s linear park on Richard D. Sailors Parkway. The Silver Comet Trail and the city’s 5K-certified Wild Horse and Lucille Creek trails form a unique pedestrian and bike-friendly loop around the city’s historic core, and a new $4 million downtown park will feature a trailhead entrance and inviting public space where trail travelers can take a break to enjoy casual dining at the Marietta Street Grill and Café and Hawg’s Best Friend or shop at the Bookwork or Hand Me Ups. Timed to open with park completion, Railcat Brewing Company will located in a renovated c.1900 building. The preserved Country Store on Marietta Street boasts the oldest wooden framed Coca Cola sign in Georgia. In 2018, the city issued 192 building permits for single family homes, an increase of 8% over 2017, reflecting approximately $36 million in new investment in Powder Springs. In particular, groundbreaking events held at the end of January 2019 highlight the residential dimension of downtown growth with new development underway by Hollywood Construction and Fischer Homes. With land available for light industrial, commercial and residential development, plus access to major transit routes and nearby air, rail and intermodal centers, Powder Springs checks off many important boxes for investors and developers. Innovative changes in land inspection, plan review, and permitting processes set in 2017 have continued to save significant project time for developers and reflect the City’s vision - Inspired, Invigorated, Innovative.
https://youtu.be/ZqIU9xAYww8
Lou Wieland interviews Al Thurman, the Mayor of Powder Springs, GA.
Listen to this week’s Interview with Aubrey Bailey, Managing Broker, Keller Williams Realty Consultants, Roswell, Georgia.
He discusses why and how the office has become one of the fastest growing offices in the metro area, theIr management style, training and assistance available to agents. Also hear a detailed explanation about why the market forecast continues to be positive.
Lou Wieland interviews Aubrey Bailey, Managing Broker At Keller Williams Realty Consultants.
Tune in for an interview with Albert “Al” Lee Thurman, Mayor. He has served people throughout his life as a missionary, small business owner, community leader, and elected public official. Al won the mayoral seat in Powder Springs in 2015, campaigning successfully on a platform of change and calling for a new era of improved economic development, forward-thinking leadership, positive growth and accountable governing. The City of Powder Springs is located in southwest Cobb County approximately 25 miles west of Atlanta and approximately 12 miles southwest of Marietta, the county seat.
Tune in for an interview with Albert “Al” Lee Thurman ,Mayor. He has served people throughout his life as a missionary, small business owner, community leade...
Fleming Flooring & Design Centers
Pamela Snow, Fleming Flooring Design Manager, discusses tile and stone designs. Have questions? Ask and we'll answer them LIVE!
Artisans of Atlanta
Donna Davis interviews Matt Johnson of Artisans of Atlanta.
This week on AM 920 The Answer Lou speaks with Alan Hallman, Mayor, City of Hapeville.
https://soundcloud.com/atlanta-community-profile/alan-hallman-mayor-city-of-hapeville
This week Lou speaks with Alan Hallman, Mayor, City of Hapeville.
The city is 2.5 square miles with a residential population of 7,000, but a daytime population of over 600,000.
The median price of residential detached property has increased from $159,00 to $223,000 or 40% over the last 5 years which is one of the highest increases experienced by any City in the metro area.
The City has multi- family properties that represent excellent investment opportunities. Contact Tim Young, City Manager, for information.
The City Profile:
Hapeville is located six miles south of Atlanta and is adjacent to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. It is headquarters for Delta Airlines and Korean Air Cargo, and Porsche’s $100-million U.S. headquarters complete with Porsche experience driving track. The city is also home to the original Chick-fil-A Dwarf House and many hotels serving business travelers. Hapeville offers many attractions, including the new Academy Theatre. Residential neighborhoods feature a wide variety of homes,
from bungalows to Chicago style townhouses to lofts and condominiums. Business will benefit from their commercial Opportunity Zone offering the maximum tax advantages allowable by the state. The city government is focused on planning and has experienced significant revitalization. Hapeville is a designated Main Street City and has an historic downtown including a Historical Society Depot Museum, the Historic Christ Church and Carriage House, the Hoyt Smith Conference Center, and many downtown
storefronts. The city features a downtown park and a unique public art program, including murals and a flurry of painted butterflies. Hapeville’s Development Authority develops and promotes trade, commerce, industry, and employment opportunities.
This week on AM 920 The Answer Lou speaks with Sam Bass, V. P. Sales and Marketing, Century Communities.
https://soundcloud.com/atlanta-community-profile/sam-bass-vice-president-of-sales-and-marketing-century-communities
Century Communities is the second largest home builder in Atlanta according to Smart Real Estate Data. They specialize in starter and fist step-up homes and also build in the higher price points such as $350,000 and up. Model homes are open and no appointment is necessary. Appointments are available as well.
Since 2002, they have been building on the vision of a home for every dream in sought-after metros from coast to coast—specializing in everything from single-family homes to townhomes, condos and flats across 17 states. They also offer a hands-on process—uniquely tailored to your needs and lifestyle—providing guidance on neighborhood amenities, smart home technologies, home loans and more. It’s all about delivering the quality home you’ve been dreaming of.
Discover all Georgia new homes by Century Communities. They have a stunning selection of communities located throughout Atlanta and its greater metro cities. Build your dream home with us in Acworth, Alpharetta, Braselton, Buford, Canton, Covington, Cumming, Dacula, Dallas, Decatur, Doraville, Fairburn, Flowery Branch, Grayson, Holly Springs, Lawrenceville, Lilburn, Loganville, Marietta, McDonough, Riverdale, Snellville and Sugar Hill.
WWW.CenturyCommunities.com/Atlanta
This week Lou speaks with Steve Stroud, Executive Director Economic Development, Roswell Inc.
https://youtu.be/gkJ8H3nb0iU
Tune in on AM 920 The Answer for an updated profile of Roswell and its economic development goals and projects in the works. The population is 100,000, with an average household income of $131,615. The median price of detached homes in February was $410,000 up from $293,650 five years ago according to FMLS.85% of the City’s businesses have fewer than 20 employees. Recent news includes the New Southern Post project, an Historic Roswell Boutique Hotel with 85,000 square feet, The Roswell Village project, Roswell Innovation Center with an additional 100,000 square feet of class A office space and much more. The City has 2 million square feet of office space with half being Class A. The retail rent per square foot is $18.00 and $195 for purchase with 36,000 square feet under construction. Canton Street attracts 1.3. million visitors per year.
This week Lou speaks with Steve Stroud, Executive Director Economic Development, Roswell Inc. Get full show on AtlantaCommunityProfiles.com or https://soundc...
Tune in on AM 920 The Answer for the interview with Matthew A. Thomas, Economic Development Manager City of Alpharetta.
https://youtu.be/AoUByPZXMnw
Their nickname is Technology City of the South.
The daytime population of Alpharetta is 122,000 and the nighttime is 65,000 because of business opportunities. There are 25 million square feet of office space with just an 11-12% vacancy rate.
3.3 million additional square feet are planned. $97 million has been invested or is allocated in revitalizing North Point Mall including new multi-family and other residential housing. The City recognizes that connectivity including walking trails and restaurants is the key to site selection.
90% of their high school students graduate. Single family detached homes have gone up 76% since 2015 with the median value of $422,500, the median for the metro area is $264,288 having increased by 36% since 2015. Avalon is thriving and a big attraction to residents and businesses interested in relocating. They have a new economic development strategy underway.
Lou speaks with Matthew A. Thomas, Economic Development Manager City of Alpharetta. You can find this and other great shows on https://soundcloud.com/atlanta...
This week Lou speaks with with Kali Boatright, President & CEO, Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce . Tune in Saturday on AM 920 The Answer for the full interview.
https://soundcloud.com/atlanta-community-profile/kali-kirkham-boatright-president-ceo-greater-north-fulton-chamber-of-commerce
Business is Booming in North Fulton!
It is an exciting time to be part of the growth of the “Golden Corridor” and its six vibrant and distinct cities – Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton, Mountain Park, Roswell and Sandy Springs. The Greater North Fulton Chamber is 1200 member businesses strong with a 47-year history of innovative leadership for our business community, and many of the successes in this region can directly be attributed to our work as the voice of business in North Fulton.
The mission of our Chamber is to be the catalyst for economic development, business growth and quality of life in North Fulton, with a Strategic Focus to:
1. Provide benefits and opportunities that enhance member value and engagement
2. Support the growth of the business community and the region’s economic expansion
3. Enable collaborative talent development that meets the needs of our workforce and economy
4. Influence and advocate for public policies that enhance the well-being of the region
5. Align and expand resources to support operational excellence and efficiency
New in 2020, as part of our dedication to aligning the talent pipeline with our North Fulton businesses, the Chamber is proud to offer NorthFultonJobs.com as the dedicated jobs site for North Fulton Businesses. We hope the entire region will benefit from this community benefit.
The Greater North Fulton Chamber is committed to our businesses and our communities, and we are blessed by exceptional volunteer leaders who work with our professional staff to drive success. I encourage you to join us by actively participating in the GNFCC and the community. The returns you will see on your investment will be transformational.
Kali Boatright
President & CEO
Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce
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