http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/ Latest articles for the New-homes section at ajchomefinder.com. en-us Copyright 2009 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 15:38:42 GMT 2009-11-22T15:38:42Z en-us Copyright 2009 http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/family-gets-more-space-206913.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes Sean Jackson focused his home search in Marietta so his sons could stay in their schools, and that specific geographic boundary helped him find his first place. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:32:22 GMT http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/family-gets-more-space-206913.html Lori Johnston 2009-11-20T16:32:22Z http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/rainy-stretch-can-leave-206749.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes After the heavy rains of the last month or so, many homeowners have experienced not only water entry into basements and crawl spaces but also structural problems with their foundations. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:42:23 GMT http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/rainy-stretch-can-leave-206749.html Bill Garwood 2009-11-20T15:42:23Z http://www.ajc.com/travel/remote-control-travelers-can-194218.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes This holiday season, many travelers will be able to keep a close eye on home. Thanks to new security system technology, including live video feed, you can monitor everything from the front door to the sump pump from hundreds of miles away. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:24:57 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/remote-control-travelers-can-194218.html MELISSA KOSSLER DUTTON 2009-11-11T23:24:57Z http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/good-ventilation-fights-sick-187761.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes Many of us have heard the term “sick building syndrome.” But what does this really mean, and what causes it? Fri, 06 Nov 2009 03:16:29 GMT http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/good-ventilation-fights-sick-187761.html William Garwood 2009-11-06T03:16:29Z http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/the-search-not-looking-178916.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes Jennifer Bickley, 23, and Kyle Sewell, 24, thought long-term during their first home search. Bickley had quit her job, turning down a transfer to Austin, Texas, at the same time they were looking for a place to buy this spring in Atlanta. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:34:44 GMT http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/the-search-not-looking-178916.html Lori Johnston 2009-10-30T15:34:44Z http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/right-price-and-time-178785.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes Luis Leon and Angela Florez focused on Alpharetta, where they were renting, during their search for a first home. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:20:55 GMT http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/right-price-and-time-178785.html Lori Johnston 2009-10-30T15:20:55Z http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/new-condo-in-area-171112.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes Teacher Karen Ehmer ended up just 3 miles from her previous residence when she purchased a condo in Sterling of Dunwoody. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 20:13:15 GMT http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/new-condo-in-area-171112.html Lori Johnston 2009-10-23T20:13:15Z http://www.ajchomefinder.com/AJCHomefinder-sharing_/take-care-in-starting-158611.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes A hint of fall is in the air, and, if you’re like me, you look forward to spending some cool days and nights in front of a nice warm fire. Fri, 09 Oct 2009 14:49:32 GMT http://www.ajchomefinder.com/AJCHomefinder-sharing_/take-care-in-starting-158611.html Bill Garwood 2009-10-09T14:49:32Z http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/prepare-for-water-problems-152749.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes Two weekends ago many metro Atlantans experienced what may be the biggest rain event in almost 100 years. Fri, 02 Oct 2009 15:16:27 GMT http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/prepare-for-water-problems-152749.html Bill Garwood 2009-10-02T15:16:27Z http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/townhome-was-built-to-148837.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes A builder’s special effort to provide Jason Whitehurst the floor plan and exterior look that he desired sealed his first home purchase. Mon, 28 Sep 2009 17:28:24 GMT http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/townhome-was-built-to-148837.html Lori Johnston 2009-09-28T17:28:24Z http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/foreclosure-found-in-loganville-143073.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes Mitch Marlyere started his house search intown, but he decided to seek a suburban location because it would be closer to work and might mean lower taxes. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 16:15:48 GMT http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/foreclosure-found-in-loganville-143073.html Lori Johnston 2009-09-21T16:15:48Z http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/new-rules-made-for-143033.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes “Buyer beware” has been the traditional mantra for Georgians who contract to have work done on their homes. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:29:44 GMT http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/new-rules-made-for-143033.html Bill Garwood 2009-09-21T15:29:44Z http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/developer-creates-european-village-138871.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes MCKINNEY, Texas (AP) - From a chapel sitting serenely on a sliver of land jutting out on a lake, to stone homes with red tile roofs clustered on winding lanes, developer Jeff Blackard is working to bring European village life to a Texas suburb. Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:59:14 GMT http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/developer-creates-european-village-138871.html JAMIE STENGLE 2009-09-15T14:59:14Z http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/right-condo-in-right-137979.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes Brian Kochs wanted his first place to have just enough space for himself and none of the “extra headaches” of lawn care and other maintenance that go along with a house. Mon, 14 Sep 2009 15:00:05 GMT http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/right-condo-in-right-137979.html Lori Johnston 2009-09-14T15:00:05Z http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/make-home-safe-for-136487.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes One of the most important concerns in our lives is the health and safety of our children. Despite our best efforts, every year thousands of children are injured or killed by conditions in their own homes. Fri, 11 Sep 2009 15:45:23 GMT http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/make-home-safe-for-136487.html Bill Garwood 2009-09-11T15:45:23Z http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/home-search-takes-couple-133674.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes After looking to buy their first home in Tucker and failing to find the right place, Brad and Alyssa 
Kairdolf headed to Lilburn and quickly located the home for them. Tue, 08 Sep 2009 15:36:37 GMT http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/home-search-takes-couple-133674.html Lori Johnston 2009-09-08T15:36:37Z http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/fixing-the-clunkers-around-130593.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes There is a lot of talk these days about going green. The Cash for Clunkers program is probably the most visible example. Thu, 03 Sep 2009 20:04:57 GMT http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/fixing-the-clunkers-around-130593.html Bill Garwood 2009-09-03T20:04:57Z http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/things-not-always-as-126472.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes Contending that the Earth was not the center of the universe got Galileo in a lot of trouble in the 16th century. Fri, 28 Aug 2009 23:07:49 GMT http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/things-not-always-as-126472.html Bill Garwood 2009-08-28T23:07:49Z http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/try-these-tips-to-121005.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes WASHINGTON - Even with a budget of $1,000 or less, sellers are not priced out of making improvements that can help their home stand out among the competition. Fri, 21 Aug 2009 17:48:25 GMT http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/try-these-tips-to-121005.html Jonathan Starkey 2009-08-21T17:48:25Z http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/some-leaks-that-defy-120977.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes In 35 years of building and inspecting I have encountered numerous water leaks with no apparent source. Fri, 21 Aug 2009 17:47:01 GMT http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/some-leaks-that-defy-120977.html Bill Garwood 2009-08-21T17:47:01Z http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/home-ready-for-its-120800.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes There goes the neighborhood. In a good way. HGTV is gussying things up for some lucky homeowners selected to be featured on the show “Curb Appeal: The Block.” Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:15:40 GMT jbrett@ajc.com http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/home-ready-for-its-120800.html Jennifer Brett 2009-08-21T14:15:40Z http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/protect-family-home-from-115311.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes Whether it's a house you are purchasing or the one you live in, every owner should be aware of potential environmental hazards in their homes. Fri, 14 Aug 2009 00:13:23 GMT http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/protect-family-home-from-115311.html Bill Garwood 2009-08-14T00:13:23Z http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/north-fulton-townhome-is-111368.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes Parsh Wanath and his wife Reshmi Maniyankode didn’t move far when they purchased their townhome in Johns Creek Walk, a north Fulton neighborhood. Sat, 08 Aug 2009 15:42:59 GMT http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/north-fulton-townhome-is-111368.html Lori Johnston 2009-08-08T15:42:59Z http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/seven-rules-to-prevent-110107.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes Most people take steps to avoid a fire in their homes. Despite this, and often due to causes beyond our control, fires do happen. Thu, 06 Aug 2009 20:27:26 GMT http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/seven-rules-to-prevent-110107.html Bill Garwood 2009-08-06T20:27:26Z http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/a-move-from-maryland-105567.html?cxtype=rss_new-homes A change of location, moving from Maryland to Georgia, caused LaTaryn Dexter to say goodbye to renting. Fri, 31 Jul 2009 21:02:24 GMT http://www.ajchomefinder.com/new-homes/a-move-from-maryland-105567.html Lori Johnston 2009-07-31T21:02:24Z