January 2023

Hi!

Happy New Year to you! I hope this finds you feeling healthy, happy, and hopeful as we move into 2023! This month I'm focusing on looking forward, resolutions, trends and enjoying Atlanta:

According to the National Association of REALTORS® researchers Atlanta is predicted to lead the nation in growth for 2023!
The arrival of January motivates us to improve. Check out the tips and tricks to keep your home tidy and organized for the year ahead. Don’t miss the very cool tool for designing an envy-worthy closet!
The most popular trends in interior design trends for 2023 ... multi-functional spaces, sustainability, wellness, natural elements and the Pantone Color of The Year.
Fun ways to stay active (and warm) in January ... hiking for all fitness levels, best restaurants, MLK Day celebrations, fun indoor trade shows, Chinese New Year, tastings, and Netflix. It’s all here!

Check out the Winter Maintenance Checklist that keeps the metro-Atlanta version of winter in mind - and it's printable! If you're in need of home maintenance contractors, I have a good list. Just reach out.

If you’re planning to take advantage of the real estate market this winter or just want to explore the idea, I would love the opportunity to have that conversation with you.

Enjoy the month of January and stay warm!

Jana

National Association of REALTORS® Predictions
Atlanta Housing Market Has the Most Potential for Growth in the U.S.

Atlanta looks to be the housing market with the most potential for growth in the new year, according to researchers at the National Association of REALTORS®. There are three main reasons:

Atlanta has greater housing affordability than comparable cities.
Our population is growing more rapidly.
20% of renters in Atlanta can afford to buy a median-priced home.

Atlanta also boasts a robust and growing job market, where many major technology companies, such as Apple, Microsoft and Visa, are relocating from the West Coast. Read the full article ...

10 Housing Markets Expected to Lead the Nation in 2023

This next article from Norada has more detail about Atlanta's market and statistics, the rental market, and the top reasons to invest in Atlanta real estate. It also covers some of the best suburbs to consider based on their research.

Atlanta Real Estate Market: Prices, Trends, Forecasts
From the same author at Norada:
The Georgia Housing Market

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Home Organization for the New Year

10 Steps to an Organized Home Office
From HGTV: Working from home can be super comfortable and productive — unless your home office is a disaster.

31 Best Pantry Organization Ideas for Better Storage Space
Keep it neat, no matter the size of your kitchen!

9 Ways to Organize Your Linen Closet
A step-by-step process, a few tips, and other style-meets-function hacks.

How to Organize Your Bathroom
Tips on how to organize your bathroom from drawers to cabinets, and more.

Design Your Closet Online
This is a cool tool from the Container Store using their Elfa products ... which, by the way, are 30% off through February 12th!

Steps to Organizing Your Clothes
From The Spruce: Steps towards avoiding "closet envy".

Interior Design Trends 2023

After combing many articles about interior design for the coming year, these were the most consistent trends listed.

Sustainable Design in 2023
Cutting home expenses and conserving resources are top of mind for many.

Wellness Design, Earthy Colors and Natural Elements
Wellness design focuses on improving the health and well-being of all who dwell within the home.

Designing for Multi-Functional Living
Thanks to COVID, your home is now not only your safe harbor but one that includes areas for working, remote learning, exercising, and relaxing.