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$430,000 GORGEOUS 5BR/4BA Brick Front Home. Covered Entry w/2 story foyer, hdwd ﬂrs, O’sized kitchen w/many cabinets, granite countertops & o’sized working island w/Breakfast area. Open ﬂr plan open to LG Fireside Family rm w/many windows. Spacious BRs, Master w/trey ceilings & private BA w/double vanities & sep whirlpool BA. 2C garage on cul-de-sac St. Popular Swim/tennis community in highly ranked school district.

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$330,000 THIS COZY COTTAGE STYLE HOME sits on 5 acres of land in desirable Crabapple area! Detached workshop behind house is included. Zoned for excellent schools & located near endless conveniences. Quaint cottage style w/LG rooms & covered front porch. Very level usable land w/rm to grow. Good area for investment w/many new homes/communities in the area.

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$275,900 TWO STORY HOME has beautiful street appeal. 4BR/2BA, 2C garage & wooden deck in back. Fireside family rm is open to eat in kitchen. All BRs are upstairs, roomy & bright. Full ﬁnished BSMT & back grilling deck. Recently upgraded w/ new cabinets, tile backsplash, granite countertops & recent BA updates. Eager Seller, bring offer.

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$1,350,000 LUXURY ESTATE HOME in Heart of Alpharetta. Wide driveway leads to 3C garage & breathtaking entry. Master on main w/Lounge & Spa w/marble mosaic flrs. Spiral staircase w/Iron Spindle Handrails leads to LG secondary BRs & Loft. Brazilian Cherry & marble flrs. Chef kitchen w/granite countertops & SS appliances. Full finished terrace level w/bar, theater, kitchen & add’l master. Also detached office/pool house in back.

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$250,000 BEAUTIFUL AREA of North GA mountains. Approx 12 acres w/stream & springs. Great building site for home, plus fabulous views. Land backs up to many acres of protected DNR property w/beautiful walking trails, lots of waterfalls & maintained hiking trails. Very close to Amicalola Falls State Park. Rare ﬁnd! At top of mountain in private paved cul-de-sac area w/new rocked-path on property has new rock.

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SECRETS TO PLAYROOM ORGANIZATION Throughout our daily lives, we often find ourselves with a fairly organized home. The kitchen is in order. The beds stay made most of the time. Our living room remains inviting for drop-by visits. However, as those with children may attest to, the playroom somehow stays the “Bermuda Triangle” of the house, confusing and messy enough to get lost in. Here are some secrets to getting that playroom under control.

PURGE IS THE WORD

Begin with four boxes: Keep, donate, trash, and other room. The toys that are broken, throw away without question. A toy that never held the interest of your child needs to be given away. Bath toys, clothing, the stolen remote control, or outdoors toys need to be put back in their proper places. If something is being held on to simply for nostalgia, i.e. little Johnny’s very first teddy bear, create a memory box or a special shelf for that item.

QUALITY NOT QUANTITY

Ask yourself: “Which toys does my child gravitate towards, and which toys does my child get bored with?” Perhaps not everything should be given away, but consider rotating the play things to create fresh interest. A clear bin or two can be filled with the less appealing items, labeled, and put into a closet. On a bi-weekly or monthly basis, switch out the playroom stash for a re-newed sense of playtime.

LABEL, LABEL, LABEL

With so many different types of things to keep track of, it’s easy to become confused about what goes where. For the things that are keeping their permanent space in the playroom, designate containers and label them accordingly. For those with pre-readers in the home, not only include the word, but the picture of the item too. This serves a dual purpose of word recognition and getting toys back to the right spot. Sources: theidearoom.net, hgtv.com

TAME THE LOOSE PIECES

Things like board games and puzzles can easily get their pieces separated. Once just a few pieces are lost, the whole thing can no longer be used, so it’s important to keep these together. For puzzles, try framing the box cover and storing the puzzle pieces on the back of the frame. This serves as both decor and a practical way to keep it all together and up off the floor. For games, take them out of the box and store them in identical, easily stackable containers. Keep puzzles and board games out of reach, so you can keep track of what is being used. Be sure to establish the “one at a time” rule.

HIDE IT AWAY

Curtains can be used to cover and uncover the monstrosity of a toy shelf that sits in the room. Containers under a bed can be slid in after use. A bench with cube storage can be great as a reading nook, and even double as a bookshelf. A small ottoman that your child can sit on, that also has room for dress up clothes or other toys, will help contain the mess that no one will know is there. Don’t get discouraged if it takes a while for your children to understand the new system. They will get the hang of it. On the other hand, if the mess stays messy, take a deep breath, and en-joy your little ones because as we all know, “they grow up so fast!”

HOW TO REVIVE YOUR HOME’S MOST-USED ROOMS

3. MAX OUT STORAGE WHEN IT COMES TO HOME RENOVATION, it’s smart to focus on improving the home’s most-used rooms, not only for increased functionality and enjoyment, but also to boost the resale value. Kitchens, living rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms and game rooms top the list of rooms homeowners would most like to remodel, according to a recent Ranker.com survey. To better the most-used areas of your home, including those cited in the survey, consider the following:

Installing organizational systems in rooms where clutter typically collects is an easy, cost-effective way to improve the function of the room. In bedrooms, maximize closet space with ready-made units you can install yourself, or hire a professional closet organizer to custom-fit units to the space.

4. SWAP APPLIANCES AND FIXTURES Outdated features are not only aesthetically displeasing; they can also

1. BOOST AIR QUALITY Air flow is critical to the health of your home and everyone who lives in it. Ventilation in kitchens and bathrooms carries away excess moisture that can cause mold and mildew, and creates a fresher, more healthy environment by exhausting stale indoor air. Bathrooms should be equipped with exhaust fans, and kitchen hoods should vent to the exterior of your home whenever possible.

cost much more to use than newer models. Replacing old faucets, shower heads, dishwashers and washing machines with energy-efficient alternatives can reduce bills and give kitchens and bathrooms a whole new look.

5. WELCOME NATURAL LIGHT Most rooms in the home look better with natural lighting, and more daylight can help reduce the need for artificial lighting. Adding skylights and solarpowered window coverings are practical ways to bring more natural light

2. FRESHEN THE “FOUNDATION”

into virtually any room, and you’ll recoup the investment in no time.

A solid foundation is essential for a home, but that doesn’t just mean sturdy flooring. Wall and trim color are fundamental elements in any room. Simply repainting walls and woodwork can completely change the look of a room. Even just a fresh coat in the existing color will make the room look brighter

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MAINTAINING A STRESS-FREE BEDROOM

Out of all of the rooms in the house, your bedroom should be the most personal. It should be your get-away from the chaos, and your sanctuary after a long day. Many folks find the opposite to be true of their bedroom. It maybe the catch-all for the things without a place, or be the go-to hideaway for messes from the other part of the home when guests are on their way over. We’ve put together a few tips to help

clothing or accessories. There are even services out there that

keep your bedroom as stress-free

offer “closet edits” to help sort through your clothes and keep

as possible.

them organized.

THE NOSE KNOWS

Although the science behind smells can

ELECTRONIC-FREE ZONE

The age of easy access

be very in-depth, the short of the matter is that smells are directly

electronics is well in motion. Amidst the buzz of everyday life,

linked to our emotions. The cells for our nose carry the signals of

your bed-room should be the one place that no phones, laptops,

smell to our brain’s limbic system, and directly to the amygdala,

or screens of any kind reside. Besides being plain old distracting,

which is involved in emotional learning and memory. This means,

electronics emit a blue light that literally suppresses the release

if there are any smells that you have a positive association with,

of melatonin, the neurotransmitter that regulates our sleep wake

such as the popular choices of lemon, lavender, or orange, then

cycle. We are so often immersed in electronics that we forget the

bring those scents into your room. One option is a diffuser with

sweet sound of silence and our own thoughts. Make your

essential oils. Keep smelly dirty laundry at a minimum.

bedroom the place where you can journal, read, or even stretch.

LIGHTING

MAKE IT UBER PERSONAL

If you have any harsh lighting in your room, such as

Put up those mushy pictures

a fluorescent light, it has got to go. Curtains are great for helping

of you and your significant other that no one else wants to see.

control your lighting options. Open them in the daytime for a sun-

If you have any inspirational quotes that get you motivated, put

lit look, and close them at night for optimal sleep. As a matter of

them up in your bedroom where you will see them first thing in

fact, a good night’s sleep is huge in keeping our stress levels low.

the morning. Sweet sentimental items could be displayed on

The darker the room for sleep, the better.

shelving and in shadow boxes. Whatever reminds you of your favorite memories should have a place in your bedroom

ORGANIZATION IS IMPORTANT

If your bedroom looks

sanctuary.

more like a war-zone than an oasis, then start purging! Clothes should be put away promptly, the bed should be made daily, and

We all need that one room in our home that we can concentrate

anything that can go into a different room of the home should be

on keeping organized. Make that room your bedroom. Stress is

taken out. If you find the bins and dressers in your room are over-

one of the top things that can affect us the most, but is often

flowing, then it’s time to give away or sell some of the excess

ignored or overlooked. We hope these tips help in keeping your

SOURCES: YALESCIENTIFIC.ORG, WELLNESSMAMA.COM, RD.COM

bedroom as stress free as possible.

WHETHER IT’S A JUST A VIBRANT POP OF PRETTY PETALS YOU WANT ADDED TO THE FRONT OF THE HOME, OR A RAISED BED FULL OF DELICIOUS FRUITS AND VEGETABLES, THE RETURN OF WARMER WEATHER HAS MANY HOMEOWNERS REACHING FOR THEIR GARDENING GLOVES. If you’re ready to try out your green thumb or dust off the gardening skills you long ago acquired, there are plenty of ways to achieve the lush vegetation you desire. Check out these tips and tricks for cultivating a thriving and productive garden of any variety.

START WITH A PLAN. Different flowers and plants require different sun, soil and water needs. Keep these factors in mind and consult the seed packets to plan out where each should be placed. Many apps are available to take the guesswork out of gardening, helping you create a perfectly organized plant or flower bed. Some even offer reminders for watering, fertilizing and more.

KEEP WATER IN MIND. Make sure your plan includes a close proximity from plant bed to the water supply.

BE SMART WITH SOIL. Whether it’s a flower or vegetable garden bed or containers, the secret’s in the soil, where roots develop and sustain life. Invest in the proper tools to keep this foundation strong and improve water and nutrient retention, keeping vital elements in the root zone longer.

PLANT CLOSE TO HOME. If you have room, try to grow your plants as close to the home as possible. This makes watering less of a task, and also makes it easier to get to your

SUMMER GARDEN TIPS & TRICKS:

Let it Grow!

precious vegetables when it’s time to harvest.

OPT FOR A PERMANENT SOLUTION. There’s no doubt that gardens require seasonal upkeep, but you can find some ways to ease the tasks. One such solution is a Soil Modifier, which permanently improves the root zone by adding air- and water-holding capacity in all types of soil (unlike peat that needs to be tilled into gardens each year.) The result is better drainage when it’s wet, better water-holding capacity when it’s dry, deeper root growth and healthier plants.

LABEL AWAY. Know exactly where you planted each seed with cute, natural labels. Simply use a permanent marker to mark each plant name on stones in front of each plant row.

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181 Owens Farm Lane $339,990 - Orchards of East Cherokee Beautiful Ranch style home with large master and 2nd BR on main ﬂoor. Chef’s kitchen with granite and maple cabinets opens to great room. Private upstairs suite. Cul-de-sac lot. MLS:5692889 Text P981199 to 85377

3055 Oakside Circle $310,000 Fulton County Gated Adult Community Beautifully appointed and move in ready. Chef’s Kitchen has solid Surface Counter Tops, Warm Maple Cabinets, Designer Back splash and Stainless Appliances. All living areas have warm hardwood ﬂoors. MLS:5691657 Text P980261 to 85377

264 Orchards Circle $299,990 Beautiful Ashewood Floor Plan Warm and elegant home with hardwoods in living area. Chefs kitchen has upgraded cabinets and granite, lowered countertops, pull out shelves and more. Upstairs bonus suite has ﬁnished bath. MLS:5682281 Text P497491 to 85377

231 Orchards Circle $274,990 Orchards of East Cherokee This home is loaded with upgrades on a private lot. Beautiful hardwood floors in living areas. Custom built-ins, upgraded cabinets, light fixtures and plumbing fixtures. Popular floor plan. MLS:5684479 Text P812132 to 85377

1202 Village Lane $255,000 Orchards of Roswell Two bedroom traditional ﬂoor plan with sunroom. Beautifully appointed home, Chef’s kitchen features granite countertops and tile backsplash. Very quiet and shady street. MLS:5686291 Text P848402 to 85377

1975 Brannons Commons Circle $385,000 Forsyth County Premier Community End Town Home Unit with private lot. Hardwoods in main living area. Covered Deck has great wooded private views. Gourmet Kitchen is open to Great Room. Full unﬁnished basement open to private patio. MLS:5646203 Text P914492 to 85377

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LARGE CREEK AND WATERFALLS in Pristine Adairs Mill. Level at creek for family picnics & outings. Mature hardwoods are simply beautiful. Area is “Neighborhood watch” Protected. Tree trimming provides year round mountain view. 3.29 Acres priced at $69,900!

HAMPTON HILLS 4 Bldg Lots in Cleveland, GA priced at $17,500 to $23,900. Public water available to lots. Mostly grass and level for easy construction. Located in the heart of Wine Country in North GA. Easy to reach Helen and near by vacation spots. Small development for peace & quiet.

EXTREME CONTENTMENT Incognito neighborhood offers this 3.27 acre lot with view of Mt. Yonah, private stocked lake, nestled in the foothills of N. Georgia. Wooded with mixed hardwoods. $58,800.

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REDUCED! 1.78 Lake lot fronting private neighborhood lake. Build your dock & bring the Kayak! Lot has stream flowing into lake. Highland Shores area of larger tracts and homes offers privacy and tranquility. $45,900.

INCREDIBLE! 1.25 acre lot fronting Dick’s Creek in North Lumpkin Co. Known for wildlife, trout fishing, camping, hiking and fresh mtn air. Level lot on top, drops to creek. Only a few lots on the ridge line. Priced to sell at $24,900.

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mazing Custom Home on .95 acres in North Buckhead has an estate feel in prime buckhead location. 7 Bedrooms, 6.5 Baths, master suite is on main level. Professional kitchen with keeping room and breakfast area. Recent addition that features a guest apartment with full kitchen and additional garage space for 16+ automobiles/ motorcycles. Professionally landscaped private rear yard with saltwater pool, hot tub and gazebo. Elevator, generator, and too many other features to list! MLS:5600488 www.280OldIvey.com

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harming All Brick ranch home walking distance to Chastain Park. Updated kitchen and master bath. Corner location with circular drive. Finished basement with full bath currently used as home office but could be a 4th bedroom or family room. Well maintained professional landscaping. Move-in ready. MLS:5691760

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abulous recently renovated home walking distance to Sarah Smith Primary campus! Open floorplan with vaulted ceilings on main level has great flow for entertaining. Professional kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counters open to keeping room and sunroom/breakfast area. Luxuriously appointed master suite on main as well as second bedroom and office. Beautiful outdoor living space features a pergola and stacked stone fireplace. Two bedrooms with own baths and a large media room upstairs. Finished basement with rec room, bed, bath and wine cellar. MLS:5643464

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his 0.41 acre buildable lot will be part of 2-lot subdivision of the current property. Owners will convey title on legal lot of record at closing. Walking distance to Chastain Park. There is a well on the property. Tax record is not correct on road frontage. Seller has 200â&#x20AC;&#x2122;. MLS:5639369

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