Tuesday, June 3, 2025 / by Maria Sims
Selling your home can be stressful, but home staging is one of the most effective ways to attract buyers, increase offers, and speed up the sale. Whether you're a homeowner or a real estate agent, understanding the power of staging can make all the difference.
What Is Home Staging?
Home staging is the process of preparing a property for sale by enhancing its appeal to potential buyers. This involves:
Decluttering & depersonalizing (so buyers can envision themselves living there)
Furniture arrangement & decor updates (to highlight the home’s best features)
Minor repairs & cosmetic upgrades (like fresh paint or updated lighting)
Neutralizing bold colors & styles (to appeal to a broader audience)
Why Home Staging Matters
Statistics show that staged homes sell faster and for higher prices than unstaged ones. Here’s why:
Creates a Strong First Impression – Buyers decide within seconds? ...
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Thursday, May 29, 2025 / by Maria Sims
In Georgia, as Summer begins to heat up, the local farmers markets and produce stands will be full of fresh produce from local farms and gardens. Living in North Georgia offers residents the opportunity to own property where they can grow fresh produce, and local markets are available to those who would like to purchase locally sourced items.
Blue Ridge
Downtown Market Blue Ridge
Every Saturday June - November 9:00am - 1:00pm
787 Summit Street Blue Ridge, GA 30513
This market located in Downtown Blue Ridge is a community maker's market for artists, crafters, and hobby farmers. Produce varies by week. For current vendors, weather related updates and other information, visit their Facebook page.
North Georgia Farmers Market
Every Saturday April - December 9:00am - 12:00pm
Located at 83 Dunbarton Farm Rd in Blue Ridge
This market located in Blue Ridge offers locally grown mushrooms and other fresh produce, eggs, handcrafted gifts, and more. For more information on this market,. ...
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Thursday, May 15, 2025 / by Maria Sims
Summer 2025 is heating UP in Canton, Georgia, with the very anticipated return of the River Rock Concert & Festival, a beloved series of community concerts held at Etowah River Park. This annual event, now a local tradition, brings together music lovers, families, and visitors from across North Georgia for a unique celebration. The festival hosts an incredible lineup of artists spanning genres like rock, country, and pop, making sure there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Offering live music, food, and fun, this is an event you DON'T want to miss!
Set across four summer weekends, the 2025 series kicks off THIS WEEKEND May 17 with high-energy 80s tribute band Electric Avenue. This is followed by country favorite Sammy Kershaw on June 21, regional rock legends Shyanne on July 19, and wraps up with country music star Mark Chesnutt on August 23. Each concert date also includes opening acts and local performers, making it a full evening of entertainment. the River Ro ...
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Friday, March 28, 2025 / by Maria Sims
Springtime in Georgia is a sight to behold—dogwoods blooming, azaleas bursting with color, and sunshine warming up the days. But along with all that beauty comes an annual invasion: pollen. If you’ve ever walked outside in March and thought, Wow, I don’t remember my car being yellow, congratulations—you’ve officially survived another pollen season in the South.
Why Does Georgia Get Hit So Hard?
IYKYK... Georgia’s trees don’t just release pollen; they launch it in an all-out attack! Thanks to our mild winters, oak, pine, birch, and sweetgum trees start doing their thing as early as February. And by March and April, the air is so thick with pollen that you could probably sculpt a small statue out of it.
The Struggles of Pollen Season
· Your car becomes a science experiment. Wash it today, and by tomorrow, it’s coated in pollen again. At some point, you just give u. ...
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Tuesday, November 12, 2024 / by Maria Sims
November is the perfect time to kick off the holiday season, and in North Georgia, three charming towns—Canton, Jasper, and Ball Ground—are celebrating with festive events and activities. Whether you’re looking for a magical parade, unique handmade gifts, or a peaceful retreat in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, these towns offer a variety of experiences that showcase their community spirit and seasonal charm.
Canton
Canton’s downtown is a beacon of holiday excitement this November. The Lantern Parade & Festival on November 16 at Etowah River Park is an event unlike any other. Families can enjoy the beauty of handmade lanterns lighting the night sky, all while taking in live entertainment and sampling delicious food. This event is a wonderful way to kick off the season, with all proceeds benefiting the Never Alone Food Pantry.?
For those craving more festive magic, Canton’s Tree Lighting Ceremony on November 20 in Cannon Park is a must-vi. ...
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