How Buying New Construction Works
New Construction · NW Metro AtlantaBuying new construction in NW Metro Atlanta follows a different path than buying a resale home. Instead of touring a…
Author: Marna Friedman
Marna Friedman is a top-producing realtor specializing in new construction homes and 55+ active adult communities throughout NW Metro Atlanta. Expert in Marietta, Kennesaw, Cobb County, and Paulding County real estate with certified designations in luxury marketing, new home sales, and senior transitions.
North Georgia Wineries: Summer 2026 Guide | Marna Friedman
Local Guide · Things To DoNorth Georgia wine country is open and busy this summer, and a short drive north of NW Metro Atlanta puts…
Active Lifestyle in Atlanta 55+ Communities: Golf, Fitness, Social & More
INTRODUCTIONWhen people think about 55+ communities, they sometimes imagine a quiet, retired lifestyle—golf in the morning, quiet evenings, and limited social engagement. The reality is…
Did You Know? A Mortgage Recast Can Lower Your Payment Without Refinancing
Financial & TaxDid You Know SeriesDid You Know? A Mortgage Recast Can Lower Your Payment Without RefinancingMost homeowners know refinancing as the way to lower…
The Best Things to Do In and Around NW Metro Atlanta
Relocation GuideRelocation Series · Part 5The Best Things to Do In and Around NW Metro AtlantaOne of the first things newcomers discover is how much…
Summer Farmers Markets in NW Metro Atlanta
Local Guide · NW Metro AtlantaNW Metro Atlanta has a strong network of seasonal farmers markets, with established markets in Marietta, Acworth, Kennesaw, Woodstock, and…
Lake Allatoona Summer Guide: Boating, Swimming, and Shoreline Recreation
Local Guide · NW Metro AtlantaLake Allatoona is a roughly 12,000-acre U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reservoir on the Etowah River, with more than 270…
The New Construction Timeline: What to Expect from Selection to Closing
INTRODUCTIONBuying new construction is an exciting process—you're not just purchasing a finished home, you're participating in its creation. But the timeline from your initial home…
How to Choose the Right NW Metro Atlanta Community for Your Lifestyle
Relocation GuideRelocation Series · Part 6How to Choose the Right NW Metro Atlanta Community for Your LifestyleNW Metro Atlanta offers dozens of communities across five…
Getting Around NW Metro Atlanta — The Honest Commute and Transportation Guide
Relocation GuideRelocation Series · Part 4Getting Around NW Metro Atlanta — The Honest Commute and Transportation GuideIf you're moving from a city with commuter rail,…