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10 Reasons to move to Atlanta

1. Low cost of Housing
In comparison to any major city in the United States, Atlanta undoubtedly has the most affordable housing market. House prices in Atlanta range from $150's to over $2 Million. Most buyers from out of State always seem to be in awe when they find out what they can get for a mere $300,000.

2. Low cost of Living
Atlanta is indeed a very inexpensive city to live in. There aren't any Tolls. Gas prices are some of the lowest in the Nation. Home Insurance is very inexpensive. There is competition in the Natural Gas and Electricity market, which means lower prices. The general cost of goods definitely seems to be a whole lot more affordable.

3. Low Property Taxes
Property taxes in the Atlanta area can range anywhere from around 1% to 1.5% of the sales price of a home. For a closer look at the what the different Millage rates are for the surrounding Atlanta area counties.

4. Great Job Opportunities
Atlanta ranks only 3rd among US cities with fortune 500 company headquarters. More companies, both International and domestic are looking to make Atlanta their home. The following article from the Atlanta Business Chronicle can vouch for this!

5. Wonderful Weather
Atlanta has the change of seasons! It can get extremely hot and it can get very cold, but it hardly ever snows. The average annual temperature varies from 80 to 90 degrees during summer time, and from 35 to 55 degrees during the winter time.

6. Southern Hospitality
The south has always had a reputation of delivering charming hospitality, and Atlanta isn't any different. Atlanta truly is a friendly city, where the folks still take the time to greet one another.

7. Great investment
Now more than ever is the time to invest in owning a home in Atlanta. The city of Atlanta is rapidly becoming one of the largest and most sought after cities in which to live in in the nation. The above mentioned factors have significantly contributed to the rise of Atlanta's fame as being an Investor's dream when it comes to Real Estate.

8. Airport Hub
Hartsfield International Airport is a centrally located hub to many International and National destinations. Home to Delta Airlines and Airtran Airways, one can save time and money on business and leisure travel.

9. Buyer's Market
The excessive amounts of Builder's inventory, the competing Resale market, and the more stringent Mortgage requirements to qualify for a loan, have lead to the subsequent Buyer's market. It's a great thing for those looking for a deal!

10. Atlanta Avenues
Where else are you going to find agents dedicated to helping buyers and sellers throughout most of the Atlanta area.