As Georgia and the nation’s economy continues to bounce back from the financial crisis a few years ago, growth in Atlanta and the state is thriving. Natives and newcomers alike have become accustomed to data that tells them people are flocking to the peach state. And the evidence is reflected at every turn; highways are multiplying, cranes are lifting and buildings are gleaming. Needless to say, development in Georgia is one hot topic.
Topics: Atlanta, Construction, Georgia, real estate, Shortage, Skilled Labor, Uncategorized
Once upon a time, Georgians had to travel to Hollywood for a chance to catch a live glimpse of a movie star. These days, we're just as likely to spot a celebrity on the streets of Midtown, at a Dunwoody cafe, or on Jackson's town square. In 2016, 245 feature film and television productions were shot in Georgia, generating an economic impact of more than $7 billion and solidifying the state’s reputation as a place to cost- effectively staff and produce projects for the entertainment industry.
Topics: Atlanta, Tax, Uncategorized
Like any industry, nonprofit organizations must stay ahead of the curve when it comes to differentiating their organization from their competitors. As technology continues to evolve, there are many best practices nonprofits can use to maintain love with their current donors while increasing their donor base. Since 2017 is already in full force, here are a few marketing tips that can help all nonprofits!
Topics: Atlanta, Marketing Tips, Nonprofits, Uncategorized
The holiday season always seems to open people’s hearts (and wallets). Giving to a charity is not only generous and needed, but can bring significant tax deductions. Charitable giving is known as one of the most flexible tax planning tools because your choice of recipients is vast and you can give at any time of the year (although deductions are based on IRS deadlines). To take a charitable donation deduction, the gift must be made by Dec. 31, 2016. Don’t give and go. As a donor, make sure you are taking advantage of the available tax planning strategies.
Topics: Atlanta, Charitable Giving, Donations, Nonprofits, Uncategorized
Nonprofit organizations rely on their board members for a variety of reasons. Board members support the mission of their affiliated organization in many ways, but they also play two key - and somewhat different - roles: support and governance. Michela Perrone, PhD, President of MMP Associates believes when it comes to support and governance board members must wear two different hats.
Topics: Board Governance, Atlanta, Nonprofits, Uncategorized
[[{"type":"media","view_mode":"media_large","fid":"1431","attributes":{"alt":"","class":"media-image","height":"199","style":"float: right; margin: 10px;","typeof":"foaf:Image","width":"300"}}]]The Atlanta ZIP code, 30363, was recently ranked number 10 among America’s ‘Top 10 Boom Towns,’ according to Realtor.com. The improving local economy is fueling new construction, lower vacancy and higher rents in the area. Millennials are also a large part of this improving economy.
Topics: boom town, Atlanta, Midtown, real estate, Uncategorized
Throughout 2015, metro Atlanta experienced vibrancy and resilience in most sectors within the commercial and residential real estate markets. Office vacancy rates across the city have reached their lowest levels since 2008, while home prices rose 11 percent from December 2008 to November 2015 (S&P/Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price Index) . The Atlanta real estate market is expected to thrive in 2016 through new developments, job growth and a growing housing market.
Topics: vacancy rates, Atlanta, downtown atlanta real estate, Ponce City Market, real estate, Uncategorized
Real estate industry CEOs and CFOs were the highest paid across eight major industry sectors during 2014, according to The BDO 600 CEO and CFO Pay Study. Last year, real estate CEOs and CFOs were the second most compensated, falling right behind executive leaders from the energy sector. The analysis was conducted by BDO’s dedicated Executive & HR Practice, and examined proxy statements of public real estate companies with annual revenues between $25 million to $1 billion.
Topics: Atlanta, CEO, CFO, Compensation, real estate, Uncategorized
Topics: Buckhead, Advisory, Atlanta, Construction, Downtown, Georgia Dome, Midtown, Real Estate Development, Uncategorized, West Midtown