March 2024 Newsletter

Hi Jana,

It's March and Spring is just around the corner! Don't forget to set your clock forward this coming Sunday, March 10th, for the beginning of Daylight Saving Time!

Included in the lineup this month:

• Real Estate | Heading to the Closing Table: Spring selling tips and questions most don't think to ask ... about title insurance, surveys, and ownership options. It's not too late to file for homestead exemption - I've included a complete listing of county offices.
• Homeowner Resources: Articles about ROI on renovations, room-by-room DIY projects, home office organization, and the latest smart home technology.
• Interior Design | The Art of Displaying Art: Tips on hanging, arranging and lighting the art on your walls.
• Atlanta Dreams of Spring: Atlanta Parent's 2024 Summer Day Camp Guide, coffee and lunch spots, the beginning of our local spring festivals and flower displays, St. Patrick's Day celebrations☘️, spring break options for families and adults, the Georgia & Wine Festival, and more.
• The Academy Awards are on March 10th …here's a link to check out Where to See or Stream Oscar-nominated Best Films in Atlanta … for as little as $5.00!

Our weather is warming up and so is the Atlanta real estate market! If you are considering a move, I'd love to chat with you, answer any questions you have, and share my market insights. I'm here to help you a friend, or a neighbor create a blooming success story!

Jana

P.S. Don't miss my Vendor Highlight below!

Real Estate: Heading to the Closing Table

As spring blooms🌷, so will your selling potential! To maximize interest and offers, prep your home now. Start with a deep clean and declutter, creating a spacious and inviting atmosphere. Address minor repairs, ensuring everything functions smoothly. Boost curb appeal with fresh landscaping, a vibrant front door, and a welcoming entryway. Highlight natural light, stage rooms thoughtfully, and consider minor cosmetic updates that enhance functionality and appeal. This pre-spring polish will have buyers falling in love and ready to make your home their own.

Homestead Exemption in GA
If you owned your home on January 1, you are eligible for this exemption.

Homeowners: Renovation Resources, Organization, and Technology

The Verge reviews the newest smart home technology room by room at the CES 2024 in Las Vegas.

Interior Design: The Art of Displaying Art

About Town | Around Atlanta

🍷Georgia Food & Wine Festival
March 22-24 | Marietta

Home Shows and Tours
Spring Atlanta Home Show
March 22-24 | Cobb Galleria

Tour of Kitchens🏠
March 16-17 | 11 Various Locations

2024 Guide to Summer Day Camps
From Atlanta Parent

🌷Festivals and Flowers
Tulip Festival at Yule Forest
Weekends, March 2-24

Daffodil Colorfest at Gibbs Gardens
Opening March 1st

Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival
Blackburn Park | March 23-24

Atlanta St. Patrick's Day Parade ☘️ 

Midtown |Mar 16, 12-1:30pm | Bring Fido
9th Annual St. Patrick’s Parade 5K
Rooftop Party at Ponce City Market
Marietta Shamrock Shuffle 5K

🛣️ Road Trip

Spring Break Trips for Families
Spring Break Trips for Grown-Ups

Eater Atlanta | Interactive Maps

Atlanta's Essential Coffee Shops
Excellent Lunch Spots

What's Coming to Netflix in March?
New Movies and Series

Exploring Georgia State Parks🏞️
F.D. Roosevelt | Pine Mountain

Walter Reeves | The Georgia Gardener | March Calendar
Prune and fertilize shrubs, propagate hosta, and plant roses

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