There’s gold in them thar hoods!

I just took a peek at the latest statistics for a few neighborhoods around the BeltLine Westside Trail -- namely Adair Park, West End, West View, and Capitol View. The median days on the market for homes sold in the past six months was just 13 and average sales prices were over 100% of asking price. The land rush to the West is clearly on! And it’s going to get more intense as the completion of the BeltLine Westside Trail approaches. But at this stage I still talk to people in the market … [Read more...]

BeltLandia Weekender: July 22nd – 24th, 2016

This weekend's events are a bit on the lighter side this time but only because you will have a lot of indulging to do. Take your pick of the events Friday, but be sure to take it easy. Saturday you will want to take full advantage of the ice cream festival at Piedmont Park. My guess is you will have a slow start on Sunday following the sugar coma, so treat yourself to some brunch, take a nap and prepare for the celebration of National Tequila Day!* As always, have fun and consume ice cream … [Read more...]

BeltLandia Weekender: July 15th – 17th, 2016

Just when you thought Atlanta traffic couldn’t get any worse, AmericasMart in downtown hosts a home furnishings event. The work week might be over, but the event is not. It looks like we will suffer through more gridlocked interstates until Tuesday. Hang in there my friends. This might just be the excuse you need to test drive Atlanta's new bike share program. Grab a Relay ride and take the BeltLine to work! Enough about traffic… If you’re a concert junkie, this weekend was definitely … [Read more...]

The Perks of Being an Early Bird at Inman Perk Coffee

July weather is in full force and it is not kidding around. Admittedly, my walks on the BeltLine have been few and far between as I mostly stay home, hugging my window unit and whispering sweet nothings into its vents. Hydration is of paramount importance, but water gets old and coffee sounds much better! So this morning I left the house early to go to Inman Perk Coffee right when it opened to beat the heat. Inman Perk is located off North Highland Avenue in the heart of Inman Park, just off … [Read more...]

BeltLandia Weekender: July 8th – 10th, 2016

TGIF and TGFSW (Thank goodness for short weeks)! The desk chair was not as comfortable as the beach chair but the short week made it a *little* more tolerable. This weekend’s forecast is hot with a chance of more hot so luckily this weekend’s events feature indoor venues and a pool party. Stay cool my friends! Otherwise, it's a fairly light weekender, perhaps so we can all catch our breath and prepare for more fun. For example, many are aware that BeltLandia has been blessed with a shiny … [Read more...]

BeltLandia Weekender: July 1st – 4th, 2016

Let freedom ring and let the beer flow! Don your best red, white and blue this weekend as we prepare to celebrate our great, *free* country. The month of June may have gone by in a flash but luckily we get to welcome July with a weekend of fireworks. The city will be in a bustle with all things stars and stripes so be sure to take a gander at this week’s events for some ideas to spruce up your long weekend. If you find yourself at the Peachtree Roadrace Monday morning, be sure to check out … [Read more...]

BeltLandia Weekender: June 24th – 26th, 2016

Greetings, BeltLandians! The weekend is upon us and, as usual, there's plenty to do along Atlanta's Yellow Brick Road and it's environs. With the official start of summer this week, it is time to grin and bear the Georgia heat for the next few months. As we know, the humidity can be wicked this time of year; however, this should not keep us from soaking up some of the Braves' final games at the Ted before the team’s stadium is officially OTP. If you’re looking for some events this summer … [Read more...]

BeltLandia Weekender: June 17 – 19th, 2016

In typical Georgia fashion, the weather this week has been humid and unpredictable. Speaking of unpredictable, you have another holiday to put on your radar for this weekend. The day dedicated to appreciating our fathers for their *hilarious* dad jokes is this Sunday. This year, nix the necktie and treat the dad in your life to one of the events below - with options including a car show and beer festival, I'm sure they won't disappoint. If you'll indulge us a recommendation, be sure to catch … [Read more...]

BeltLandia Weekender: June 3rd – 5th, 2016

It has come to my attention that we have an underappreciated holiday on our hands. Today, I would like you to join me in celebrating National Doughnut Day (this is not a drill)! I would highly encourage you to take this opportunity to indulge in this beloved breakfast/pastry item before kicking off your weekend. This week may have been short but that gives you no reason to shorten your expectations for this weekend’s events. As always, we have gathered a plethora of happenings throughout the … [Read more...]

BeltLandia Weekender, May 27th – 29th

Friday at last, Friday at last – Thank goodness it is Friday at last! In case you forgot, this is a very special Friday as it kicks off Memorial Day weekend. If I might lend a suggestion this week, I have picked out my favorite ITP soirees: Friday, start your weekend with the Decatur Arts Festival. Saturday, sleep in (you've earned this). Have a smooth, easy start to your day with the Atlanta Jazz Festival (check this out) followed by Brew at the Zoo. Sunday, SLEEP IN (I promise, you're … [Read more...]