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MARTA’s High-Tech Upgrade, Galentine's Celebrations & A Southern History Food Tour!
What's happening with the GA market, keep your home safe and warm this winter, and a historic home in the HEART of Acworth!
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February 11, 2025
Welcome To Off The Beaten Path
This week we cover:
🍰 Celebrate at Avalon with your Gal-Pal this Galentine’s Day
🍴 A Southern Culinary Stroll Through Inman Park
📈 The Weekly Market Update
🙌 Handpicked Tips: Keep your North Georgia home warm and safe
🏡 A LOVEly Historic Victorian Vision in Acworth
📰 Local News Roundup
Grab your gal pals for an early Galentine's Day celebration at Avalon on February 13th, featuring complimentary wine, treats, and a festive photo-op moment.
Downtown Canton hosts the annual Chocolate Walk on February 15th from 11 am-5 pm.
DoorDash launched a pilot benefits program for Georgia delivery drivers, offering healthcare, retirement, and PTO for those earning over $1,000 in Q1.
📅 Local Happenings
Food Tours Atlanta's Modern Southern Food and History Tour explores Inman Park, voted Atlanta's best foodie neighborhood, with a walking tour featuring renowned restaurants, acclaimed chefs, and treats from a James Beard award-winning pastry chef at Krog Market food hall.
Zoo Atlanta offers Wild Encounters, behind-the-scenes educational experiences that allow participants to meet animals up close while learning about their natural history, care, and conservation.
Quirk Events combined board games and speed dating for singles ages 25-39 at Bold Monk Brewing Co. in Atlanta on February 12th.
The Etowah Wildlife Expo celebrates Georgia's vibrant outdoor recreation and wildlife at The Mill on Etowah in Canton.
📈 The Weekly Market Update
This week the median list price for Georgia is $396,868 with the market action index hovering around 37. This is an increase over last month's market action index of 36. Inventory has held steady at or around 28,970.
🙌 Handpicked Tips For Sellers
👍 Keep Your North Georgia Home Safe & Warm
As winter settles in, it's time to ensure your North Georgia home is ready for the colder months ahead.
Attic & Basement Insulation Check: Keep the Heat In and the Bills Down
Proper insulation is key to a warm, energy-efficient home
Inspect your attic and basement for thin, sagging, or missing insulation
Add new insulation or replace old materials to meet recommended R-values
Tackle one task each weekend to spread out the work. A little maintenance goes a long way in preventing costly issues down the road.
Check out our full article on essential winter home maintenance tasks for more detailed guidance.
🦄 Unicorn Property of the Week
💝 Own a piece of History with this Folk Victorian Beauty in DT Acworth for $850,000
