Did you buy a home in the Atlanta area in 2011?
If you purchased your home last year and have not already done so, remember to file for a Homestead Exemption. This can save you thousands of dollars in property taxes!
While some states provide this exemption automatically, in Georgia a homestead exemption must be applied for. Depending on the county, this can be done online, by fax, by mail or in person. You only have to apply for the exemption once. The exemption remains as long as you reside in the home as your primary residence.
Click here for Homestead Exemption application deadline dates listed by county along with a link for a Homestead Exemption application. It is important to file your application on time as applications received after the deadline will be processed the following year.
Tags: 2011 home sales, Atlanta Real Estate, Brookhaven, Chastain Park, Decatur, Druid Hills, Dunwoody, east cobb, First Time Home Buyer, Inman Park, Johns Creek, Marietta, Midtown Atlanta, Milton, Morningside, norcross, Oakhurst, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Smyrna, Tucker, Vinings, Virginia Highland
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Tags: 2012 home sales, Buckhead, Chastain Park, Sandy Springs
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Now that Christmas is over and you start to take the decorations down, you may think to yourself, “What am I going to do with this tree?” Instead of placing the tree on the curb (which will eventually end up in a landfill), bring it to one of the several “Bring One for the Chipper” tree recycling events. This annual Georgia Christmas tree recycling program has recycled almost Continue Reading »
Tags: Alpharetta, Ansley Park, Brookhaven, Buckhead, Chastain Park, Decatur, Druid Hills, Dunwoody, east cobb, Inman Park, Marietta, Metro Atlanta, Midtown Atlanta, Milton, Morningside, norcross, Oakhurst, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Smyrna, Vinings, Virginia Highland
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Make plans now to ring in the New Year in 2012 in Metro Atlanta! Here is a list of metro Atlanta events happening during the day and night on December 31st.
- Peach Drop – Known as the largest New Year’s Eve celebration in the Southeast, this 22nd annual event will start at noon at Underground Atlanta with activities throughout the day. As the peach drops, the Atlanta sky will be filled with an amazing fireworks display.
- Downtown Countdown New Year’s Eve – For the the 8th year, Hyatt Regency Atlanta in downtown will hold a great NYE event. An open bar, Continue Reading »
Tags: Alpharetta, Ansley Park, Brookhaven, Buckhead, Chastain Park, Decatur, Druid Hills, Dunwoody, east cobb, Inman Park, Johns Creek, Metro Atlanta, Midtown Atlanta, Morningside, norcross, Oak Grove, Sandy Springs, Smyrna, Vinings, Virginia Highland
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Santa is starting to make many appearances around metro Atlanta. We compiled a partial list of places you will have Santa photo opportunities. Not only can children sit on Santa’s lap, but some places will give pets a chance to have their pictures taken with Santa.
- The Avenue at Forsyth – Santa arrives November 13th! , enjoy free children’s activities, carriage rides, an watch Santa magically light the tree. Every Sat, enjoy complimentary photos with Santa and carriage rides until December 17th.
- Bass Pro Shop – The Winter
Wonderland will have activities and games for the kids and get a free picture with Santa! Santa’s hours vary so check the website for times.
- Cumberland Mall – November 19, 2011 – December 24, 2011
- East Cobb Park – Santa arrives at 7pm as part of the annual lighting of East Cobb Park. The full event starts at 5pm.
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Tags: Alpharetta, Ansley Park, Brookhaven, Buckhead, Chastain Park, Decatur, Johns Creek, Marietta, Metro Atlanta, Midtown Atlanta, Milton, norcross, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Smyrna, Vinings, Virginia Highland
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Atlanta private school application deadlines are right around the corner. Attending an open house is an excellent opportunity to tour the school, meet faculty and staff, ask questions and examine the curriculum. Some public schools also offer open houses for prospective students. Below is a list of upcoming open houses by dates (click on the school’s name for more information and application deadlines). If you can’t make it to an open house, you can contact the school to schedule a tour at another time.
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Tags: Alpharetta, Atlanta Private Schools, Atlanta Public Schools, Brookhaven, Buckhead, Chastain Park, Decatur, Dunwoody, east cobb, Inman Park, Johns Creek, Metro Atlanta, Midtown Atlanta, Milton, Morningside, norcross, Oak Grove, Oakhurst, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Smyrna, Vinings, Virginia Highland
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The annual Chastain Park Conservancy fall fundraiser, “On a Green Night”, will be held October 6, 2011. Starting at 7pm, enjoy eating, dancing to live music, mingling and drinking at Chastain Park Amphitheater. Make sure you check out the items on the silent auction. Food and drink sponsors include C & S Seafood & Oyster Bar, Yeah Burger, Gigi’s Cupcakes, Continue Reading »
Tags: Buckhead, Chastain Park
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Do you LOVE your neighborhood? Help us spread the word!
Nominate your neighborhood for our Neighborhood of the Week! It’s easy. Each week we will select a different neighborhood to feature in Brookhaven, Buckhead, Chastain Park, Dunwoody, East Cobb, Decatur, Ansley Park, Morningside, Midtown Atlanta, Roswell, Alpharetta, Sandy Springs, Virginia Highland, Vinings, Smyrna and North Atlanta.
Drop us a line and tell us all the things that make your neighborhood special. Photos are welcome!
The deadline to enter is 6:00 p.m. Monday. Our winning Neighborhood of the Week will be announced each Friday.
Check out our previous winners of Neighborhood of the Week.
Tags: Alpharetta, Ansley Park, Atlanta Real Estate, Brookhaven, Buckhead, Chastain Park, Decatur, Dunwoody, east cobb, Midtown Atlanta, Morningside, Neighborhood of the Week, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Smyrna, Vinings, Virginia Highland
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Metro Atlanta will be filled with fireworks and fun this 4th of July weekend. How will you be celebrating Independence Day? Below is a sample of the many patriotic celebrations Around Metro Atlanta.
Tags: Alpharetta, Ansley Park, Brookhaven, Buckhead, Chastain Park, Decatur, Dunwoody, Inman Park, Johns Creek, Marietta, Midtown Atlanta, Milton, Morningside, Oak Grove, Oakhurst, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Smyrna, Vinings, Virginia Highland
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The 2nd Annual Buckhead Spring Arts and Crafts Festival will be held May 14 – 15, 2011, at Chastain Park in Buckhead. With 150+ artists displaying their masterpieces, there will be something for everyone! Along with the many different types of art, there will also be live music and food vendors. Organized by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces, LLC, the proceeds of this event will help in the creation of a Chastain Dog Park. For more
information on this event go to www.buckheadartsfestival.com. Admission is free!
Tags: Atlanta Art, Buckhead, Chastain Park
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