Ridership gains can be made through the implementation of high quality circulators that take advantage of MARTA’s existing rail infrastructure to attract choice riders.
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Why Waiting to Buy a Home Could Cost You
Waiting to buy a home? It could cost you in the long run as the current historically low rates, lucrative buying season and high rent costs won’t be around for long.
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Recognize and Prevent Heat-Related Conditions
By David Martin, President and CEO of VeinInnovations Spring-cleaning has nothing on summer labor. The yard needs attention, the attic needs to be cleaned out (so does the basement), a community garden needs volunteers and why not add a run around the block in the heat of the afternoon to round out your to-do list? […]
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And the winner is……
The 2014 Business Person of the Year awards luncheon was a smashing success. Ultimately, we felt this year’s winners reflected the drive, innovation, growth and success to earn the title, ‘Business Person of the Year.’
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Why We Love Junk Food and How to Kick the Habit
By David Martin, President and CEO of VeinInnovations A trip to the grocery store can be a weekly challenge. The produce is clustered together in one corner; the meat and dairy line the perimeter of the store. These are the areas we should shop in, but we’re pulled into aisles filled with frozen meals, brightly […]
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Atlanta Residential Real Estate Rebounds
After months of sluggish behavior in the Atlanta residential real estate industry, May finally demonstrated significant housing recovery. After two months of a score of 5.7, the May Cal-Culator ranks a 6.0 due to improvements across the board in pending home sales, foreclosures and home price gains. The leading measure of U.S. home prices, the […]
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Mortgages from A to Z
When it comes to buying a home, there is an array of mortgage options to choose from. This week we review the variety of mortgages available to homebuyers including fixed-rate mortgages, adjustable-rate mortgages and FHA loans and we weigh in on factors to consider when choosing a mortgage that’s right for you. Adjustable-rate mortgage An […]
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Nursing Forces in WWI Faced Harsh Conditions
By David Martin, President and CEO of VeinInnovations World War I earned the moniker the “Great War” for good reason. The First World War ranks among the deadliest conflicts in recorded history. The total number of casualties, both military and civilian, was around 37 million. Sixteen million people died and 20 million were wounded. The […]
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Are You Ready to Buy your First Home?
Few financial decisions are quite as daunting as buying your first home. In this first of a two-part column we will discuss what factors are good indicators that you are ready to buy your first home. Next week, we’ll share a few important things you need to know as a first-time home buyer. Do You […]
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The Treatment of Chronic Pain
For the millions of Americans living with chronic pain, management involves drugs and alternative treatment.
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April Cal-Culator Reveals Continued Spring Setback
This spring real estate season continues to disappoint the Atlanta area after a strong winter. Sluggish market behavior caused the Cal-Culator index to remain stagnant in April.
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Are You the Next Business Person of the Year?
You’ve been nominated for the Metro Atlanta Chamber Business Person of the Year Award. Now what?
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Don’t Overdo It in Pursuit of a Perfect Beach Body
By David Martin, President and CEO of VeinInnovations What’s a better indicator that summer is coming: the first day you have to remove your jacket outside or the magazine headlines promising “The Ultimate Beach Body Workout” inside their pages? The pressure to be fit (but more importantly, thin) ramps up when the weather warms. Winter […]
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Four Things to Expect When Buying or Selling This Season
Every year in real estate is different due to changing economic cycles and new legislation. Here is what sellers and buyers should expect this year.
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What Happens to the Uninsured Now That The Health Insurance Marketplaces Are Closed?
By David Martin, President and CEO of VeinInnovations After a lot of fretting and fussing on 24-hour news channels of both political bents, the health insurance marketplaces opened, did business, and closed. More than seven million Americans purchased insurance while the marketplaces were open, despite a very rocky rollout and multiple protest campaigns. The Obama […]
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Homeowners Associations in Georgia
Though homeowners associations have a reputation for strict rules and expensive dues, sacrificing some residential freedom can result in better curb appeal and property value.
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Spare Your Loved Ones By Making Your Final Care Wishes Known
Making decisions about end-of-life care is difficult, but it’s a gift to those we leave behind. Don’t leave your family guessing what your wishes are – create an advance directive today.
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Debunking Top Real Estate Myths
Though the real estate industry is constantly evolving, long-thought myths are still plaguing the market and consumers’ decisions. This week, we debunk some of the most commonly thought myths including the truth behind moving to the suburbs, remodeling as an investment and licensed vs. registered mortgage loan originators. Myth #1: Suburbs Provide More Bang for […]
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Spring is Here, and So Are Allergies
By David Martin, President and CEO of VeinInnovations Temperatures are climbing as the weather begins to reflect what the calendar declared in mid-March – it’s spring! Along with azaleas come allergies, and this year experts anticipate a harsher than usual allergy season. Thank the infamous polar vortex. Winter weather has continued on longer than normal, […]
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Make Your Home Eco-Friendly This Earth Day
As Earth Day approaches next week, learn tips on insulation, home auditing and HVAC system to make your home more comfortable while decreasing your family’s carbon footprint and energy bill.
