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Atlanta police chief goal in 2011:lower crime by 15%

January 31, 2011

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Just days after Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed said his goal was to lower crime across the city by 15 percent, Police Chief George N. Turner said the department would do everything it can to meet that mark. “[Mayor Reed’s] challenged us to be one of the safest cities in the U.S,” said Turner, addressing the […]

Featured Home: Exquisite estate with masterful craftsmanship on golf course setting.

January 31, 2011

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Nestled on more than an acre of land, this absolutely stunning estate has more to offer than simply having six bedrooms, eight full baths, two half baths, and a golf course setting.  Masterful craftsmanship, intricate millwork and the finest materials can be found through out this grand home with crown molding, wainscoting, recessed lighting, coffer […]

Atlanta Pet Rescue: Finding Forever Homes with Heart

January 30, 2011

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Listen into the chatter of our home and you are likely to hear the catchy chorus of Richard Berry’s 1955 hit song “Louie Louie…oh yeah… we gotta go” drifting through the air.  Just three weeks ago we made the decision to become a family of four with the adoption of our first dog, “Louie,” a year old black […]

Weekend Best Bet: The 40th Annual Cathedral Antiques Show and Tour of Homes

January 28, 2011

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Do you need some new ideas on how to use inherited antiques? Are you trying to make your home more “green” by re-using or repurposing antique or vintage furniture? Or are you just a lover of antiques, period? If you answered ‘yes’ to any or all of these questions, be sure to visit The Inspiration […]

Featured Land: Ample acreage perfect for large family retreat

January 28, 2011

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This approxinately  28 acre property is perfect for a large family compound or close group of friends who want to be located near each other but with woods and privacy! It is a perfect location to easily get away from the hustle of daily Atlanta life.  Multiple wooded acres located just outside of Atlanta, near […]

St. Regis offers exclusive rates to the Spontaneous and Romance for Valentine's Day

January 27, 2011

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Three Georgia based companies are on Fortune Magazine's "Top 100 Best Places to Work" List

January 27, 2011

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Three Georgia companies are among the best places to work in America, according to FORTUNE magazine. In its 2011 “100 Best Companies to Work For,” published Thursday, it named Columbus, Ga.-based Aflac Inc. (NYSE: AFL) and Atlanta-based Alston & Bird LLP and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta as the best places to earn a paycheck in […]

Featured Homes: The welcome mat is out and waiting for you at 10 Bohler Point! (PREVIOUSLY LISTED)

January 26, 2011

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This charming four bedroom two and one-half bath home offers it all. Surrounded in brick, this home has fantastic curb appeal with lush greenery and double carriage style garage doors.   Once inside you will discover a host of upgrades with beautiful crown moldings, chair rails, hardwoods and 9’foot ceilings on all levels. The brick front […]

Featured Home: Exquisite details abound in peaceful East Cobb Estate (PREVIOUSLY LISTED)

January 25, 2011

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The Atlanta Country Club in East Cobb has many fine estates.  You would expect nothing less than the best in any home you visit in the exclusive neighborhood.   The Tudor style home on Pine Valley built in 2006 will meet all of your expectations.  It will then go a few steps further, to leave you […]

2011 President’s Outlook

January 25, 2011

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Welcome 2011! Every housing professional I meet – from builders and developers to Realtors and brokers is enthusiastic about this year and the return of a stable and growing housing market across the country. Prices are favorable; interest rates are at an all time low; and at Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty we see […]