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Tax Advice You Don't Want to Miss

With every New Year brings us closer to something we all must do.....get our taxes prepared...yuck! I came across some really helpful information recently and thought you could use it as a guide for putting together the necessary paperwork for you and/or your tax-preparer. It may even help you find a deduction or credit you were not aware of. Taxes are complicated enough; we need all the help we can get. At least I know...

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February = American Heart Month

February isn't just candy hearts; it's also American Heart Month. Every 25 seconds an American is affected by some form of coronary event, but today could be the day you start making the changes to make sure you aren't one of the statistics. Know the signs of heart problems: Chest Discomfort. Most heart attacks involve discomfort in the center of the chest that lasts more than a few minutes, or that goes away and comes...

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Grand Opening Sale for Multiple Communities

[caption id="attachment_311" align="aligncenter" width="150"] Grand Opening Sale for Multiple New Home Communities[/caption] Now is the time to buy a new home!! Take advantage of our Grand Opening Sale taking place in multiple new home communities across Atlanta. Our communities represent a variety of Atlanta real estate in several locations and at varying price points. Whether you are looking for a Gwinnett County home or a home in Alpharetta in the price range of the $170s...

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Fannie Mae Predictions for 2011

Thank you to AmericaHomeKey, Inc for sharing the following information from Fannie Mae:   Despite the still fragile housing market, Fannie Mae expects housing starts to triple by 2013. According to the agency's economic outlook, housing starts are predicted to increase 17.3% and hit 710,000 this year, with another 47% increase to 1.1 million in 2012 and another gain of 42% in 2013 to nearly 1.5 million. In 2010, there were about 510,000 housing starts....

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Vacation in Pigeon Forge Tennessee

Take a trip to the smoky mountains! In Pigeon Forge Tennessee. I am a realtor with the Tamra Wade and Partners team and invested in this property as a second home, but I am now sharing it as a vacation property! To rent this property, click on this link: http://www.vrbo.com/230579 [caption id="attachment_300" align="aligncenter" width="650"] Mountain View Condos in Pigeon Forge Tennessee[/caption] This New Luxury Condo is located on the first floor of Mountain View Condos...

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Today's Christmas Tree Recycling Events

[caption id="attachment_250" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Photo By www.knowpickens.com[/caption] The "Bring One for the Chipper" Campaign is taking place all across Georgia TODAY. If you haven't heard, "Bring One for the Chipper" is a Christmas tree recycling program in Georgia. The 2011 event celebrates 20 years of "treecycling" in the state of Georgia.   Information for all drop-off areas in Georgia is available by zip code on the "Bring One for the Chipper" website at www.KeepGeorgiaBeautiful.org.  ...

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"Bring One for the Chipper" Campaign

[caption id="attachment_241" align="aligncenter" width="252"] Bring One for the Chipper[/caption] The "Bring One for the Chipper" Campaign is taking place all across Atlanta. If you haven't heard, "Bring One for the Chipper" is a Christmas tree recycling program in Atlanta. The 2011 event celebrates 20 years of "treecycling" in the state of Georgia. This is a great opportunity for families in North Metro Atlanta area to recycle within their communities at local drop-offs. Gwinnett County: In...

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Is a Short Sale Right for You?

Is a Short Sale Right for You? The number of homeowners selling their home for less than the outstanding mortgage, known as short sales, is growing, according to government data. Chances are, you or someone you know is facing the possibility of foreclosure. Today, one out of every 10 homeowners in America is behind on their mortgage payments. These are tough times for many people but foreclosure can be avoided, your credit can be saved...

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Lawrenceville, GA - Place to Be for New Year

Lawrenceville, GA is the place to be for the New Year!! The city of Lawrenceville, GA will be ringing in the New Year both in kid fun and adult style. Come join them and see why Lawrenceville is the place to live, play, work and have loads of fun on the city square. This year will be the 7th Annual "Lawrenceville Rings" New Year's Eve Bash located in the heart of downtown Lawrenceville on Friday,...

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Holiday Lights and Holiday Family Fun

Still in the "Holiday" mood, but must get out of the house?? Are the kids driving you crazy asking you what you are going to do each day during the Holiday Break from school?? Below are some various venues where you can keep in the holiday spirit and escape from being cooped up in the house. Why don't you plan an evening outing to go look at the holiday lights?? There are three different places...

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