Despite the fact that Atlanta has a river flowing through the center of it, it isn't known as a river city. We are hoping that changes with the Chattahoochee River Project and Atlanta embraces the river the way that Chattanooga, Tennesse or Greenville, South Carolina have creating areas where the public can interact with the river. Chattahoochee Program Director Walt Ray, PLA, AICP with Trust for Public Land joins the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast to discuss the Chattahoochee River Project. On the All About Real Estate segment, Ray chats with host Carol Morgan about how the public can access the river and ways to get involved with the project.

Walt Ray, PLA, AICP is a professional landscape architect and part of the American Urban Planners Association. Growing up on a quaint farm on the Allegheny River in Pennsylvania, Ray spent most of his time exploring along the river – starting his passion for the outdoors and riverside culture. Ray holds a degree in landscape architecture from Clemson University and has spent much of his career working in the public realm, including helping communities understand their needs, building census on the public’s wants and designing outdoor spaces. Joining the Trust for Public Land team in 2017, Ray is head of activating and conserving the Chattahoochee River and its valley from Helen to Columbus, Georgia.

Trust for Public Land is a national nonprofit organization that aims to connect individuals to the benefits and joys of the outdoors. Beginning in 1972, the organization has over 30 offices nationwide and has protected approximately two-million acres of public land across the country, including many beloved national and state parks. Raising close to 84 billion dollars in public funding, Trust for Public Land has connected over nine-million people to the outdoors through building and protecting lands, parks and trails.

Ray said, “We believe that access to the outdoors is a fundamental human need and that communities are stronger and healthier when everyone can get outdoors to engage with neighbors and nature!”

With the Chattahoochee River spending decades in the shadows of industrial sites, train stations, sewer lines, golf courses and much more, very few know the river, its location and how to access it safely. Early on in his stint at Trust for Public Land, Ray knew the Chattahoochee River was a significantly large project. In 2018, the Trust of Public Land began its journey of reviving the river with public engagement, and in 2020 Ray and his team proposed 125 miles of continuous trail featuring 25 new or improved river crossings, 42 trailheads, connected parks and greenspaces and many more exciting amenities.

You can explore the entire Chattahoochee River Project vision at www.ChattahoocheeRiverLands.com.

Individuals and businesses interested in getting involved with the Chattahoochee River Project can visit the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area or the river within parks in Carroll County, Duluth and Sandy Springs. In addition, Trust for Public Land is hosting volunteer days to help build the Chattahoochee RiverLands and guided tours in Smyrna for larger groups to see renderings and designs of upcoming developments. You can also donate toward the Chattahoochee River Project at www.ChattahoocheeRiverLands.com.

Ray said, “Seeing is believing! We welcome all volunteers, visitors and donors who are willing!”

Tune into the full interview above to learn more about the Trust of Public Land, or visit www.TPL.org.

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Dan O’Dwyer, the founder of O’Dwyer Homes, joins the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast as part of the Legends of Real Estate series. O’Dwyer chats with host Carol Morgan about his decades of experience in the home building industry, working through the Great Recession and his involvement in the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association (HBA).

Known as the kid in his childhood neighborhood that built the most excellent playhouses, O’Dwyer has always had a passion for construction. O’Dwyer was part of one of the country’s earliest building construction management programs at Michigan State University earning a degree in construction.

O’Dwyer said, “I remember carpenters working on my folk’s home when I was 12 years old and telling them, ‘I want to do what you do.’”

Meeting in the eighth grade and becoming college sweethearts, O’Dwyer’s wife Kathy serves as his right-hand and an essential part of the O’Dwyer Homes. Kathy is head of marketing and model homes at the home building company, taking on virtually any responsibility around the office.

O’Dwyer said, “It’s been marital bliss… Kathy’s been an integral part of the company since the beginning!”

After graduating in 1981, O’Dwyer was challenged by a recession at the start of his career. With a significant shortage in construction work in Michigan, O’Dwyer transferred to Cincinnati, then to Northern Virginia, and finally landed in Atlanta in 1987 – where he has resided ever since!

O’Dwyer describes home building and construction work in Atlanta during the late 1980s and early 1990s as a free-for-all. Working for UDC Homes from 1987 to 1991, O’Dwyer and the company team sold whatever they could build at the time.

O’Dwyer said, “Home building in Atlanta during the recession was like the wild west!”

Working in several areas in the construction industry, the legend is a jack of all trades! O’Dwyer has experience in remodeling, carpentry, framing, sales, building and production.

O’Dwyer witnessed many homes come to life during the late 1980s in Atlanta. The most popular plan during this time was the traditional, two-story home boasting brick, siding and stucco exteriors. The home builder worked around metro Atlanta, including subdivisions in Kennesaw, Stone Mountain and North Fulton.

O’Dwyer said, “We were selling 2,500 to 3,000 square foot homes for $200,000 to $300,000…that was a screaming deal!”

After working with many top builders and finding himself out of a job towards the end of the Great Recession, O’Dwyer started O’Dwyer Homes in 1992 with a little money and financing for three homes. Within the first year, the company completed 23 homes.

From the 1990s to the early 2000s, home builders were selling homes at an incredible pace! Working with Wade Johnson on several O’Dwyer Homes communities, O’Dwyer and his team rapidly sold subdivision after subdivision – selling over 200 houses annually.

O’Dwyer said, “Building in the 1990s and early 2000s was crazy but a lot of fun… I’ve made lots of good friendships and wonderful contacts over the years.”

O’Dwyer mentions his gratitude for the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association (GAHBA) and how much the organization has impacted his life and career. From educational benefits to networking to leadership opportunities, the GAHBA is a wonderful tool for homebuilding and real estate workers to grow personally and professionally. O’Dwyer serves as a life director on the HBA board and encourages his employees to attend meetings and events.

O’Dwyer said, “Our philosophy as a company is to always try to give back.”

The legend of real estate is also a two-term president of HomeAid Atlanta, the designated charity of the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association. Building shelters and resource centers for homeless women, children and veterans, HomeAid Atlanta is a great initiative to give back to the community.

O’Dwyer said, “HomeAid Atlanta is a great organization to be a part of.”

Executive Officer Robin Wallace with the Greater Columbus Home Builders Association (GCHBA) joins the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast to discuss the Columbus housing market. On the All About Real Estate segment, Wallace sits down with host Carol Morgan to chat about their unique Careers in Construction program and how to get involved in the community.

Originally from Illinois, Wallace grew up in a small farming community where she lived a sheltered life that began her passion for workforce development. Wallace earned a degree in mass communications, started her career in radio and worked within the broadcasting industry for over 15 years. In 2003, Wallace became the marketing director of the Columbus Civic Center - where she managed and directed several events. Later, she became an executive officer at the Greater Columbus HBA in 2019 after being approached by a builder who encouraged her to apply!

Wallace said, “I feel the Greater Columbus HBA is exactly where I need to be…I love the amazing people and association I get to work with!”

The Greater Columbus HBA has developed Careers in Construction, a workforce development program designed for the younger generation interested in careers in the homebuilding industry. Although the GCHBA focuses on fifth graders, the Careers in Construction program is adaptable for kindergarten through 12th grade and can be used by any school district in the country. The development program provides an exploration day for students to discover jobs in engineering, architecture, interior design, electrical and other areas within the industry. Ensuring each student involved is interested and eager to learn about the homebuilding industry, teachers and academic advisors pair fifth graders interested in careers in construction with students from Columbus State University and a local high school program.

After the exploration day, students are assigned to write an essay on what they learned about careers in construction. The academic advisors partner with the elementary English teachers to help students write and edit their work. Once the students finish their essays, they are given another assignment to create an illustration representing their writings. After final edits, the Greater Columbus HBA created a hard copy book detailing the student’s projects.

Wallace said, “The more you expose the students to careers in construction, the more they will remember.”

For additional information on the Careers in Construction program and other happenings at the Greater Columbus HBA, follow along on Facebook and Instagram at @GreaterColumbusHBA.

Tune into the full interview above to learn more about the Greater Columbus Home Builders Association or visit www.GreaterColumbusHBA.com.

A special thank you to Denim Marketing for sponsoring Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio. Known as a trendsetter, Denim Marketing has been blogging since 2006, podcasting since 2011 and is currently working on strategies for the Google Helpful Content update and ways to incorporate AI into sales and marketing. Contact them when you need quality, original content for social media, public relations, blogging, email marketing and promotions. A comfortable fit for companies of all shapes and sizes, Denim Marketing understands marketing strategies are not one-size-fits-all. The agency works with your company to create a perfectly tailored marketing strategy that will adhere to your specific needs and niche. Try Denim Marketing on for size by calling 770-383-3360 or by visiting www.DenimMarketing.com.

 

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Director of Research and Communications Katie Fidler with St. Bourke joins the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast to share a glimpse into the Atlanta housing market. Fidler sits down with host Carol Morgan to discuss lot shortages, development updates and her predictions for the remainder of the year on the All About Real Estate segment.

Living in the Atlanta area for most of her life, Fidler graduated from the University of Georgia and has over a decade of experience in the Atlanta real estate industry. Starting in office and leasing, Fidler shifted paths in 2015 to residential investment and has focused heavily on the development side of real estate ever since. Fidler is currently transitioning roles to move back under the umbrella of St. Bourke’s parent company Drapac Capital Partners and refocus on the investment side of the business.

Fidler said, “I’m a jack-of-all-trades in terms of Atlanta real estate. I love this market and living in Atlanta!”

When comparing the first quarter of this year to the first quarter of 2022, it is no surprise that almost every statistic is down. The one exception to the drastic decrease in the year-over-year (YOY) data is lot deliveries, which experienced a 3% increase in the first quarter compared to last year. Specifically looking at attached lot deliveries, which rose in popularity during the global pandemic, Fidler noticed an increase of 13% YOY. When comparing the first quarter of 2023 to the most recent ‘normal’ housing market year, 2019, many statistics provide a positive outlook on the current Atlanta housing market.

Fidler said, “You get a more accurate picture of where we are when you take a further step and use the comparisons from 2019 versus YOY.”

Looking at starts and sales on a YOY basis, starts are down by 40%, new home closings are down by a little over 20% and lot deliveries experienced a 2% decrease. Comparing the same statistics to 2019, starts are down by 20%, new home closings only experienced a 2% decrease and lot deliveries witnessed a whopping 2% increase. These YOY declines are symptoms of general market instability with increasing inflation, bank failures and high interest and mortgage rates. With 70% of homeowners possessing a mortgage rate below 4% and 90% of homeowners with a rate below 5%, it should come as no surprise that consumers are reluctant to buy in a market with rates set at 6% or above.

The Atlanta housing market is still dealing with a lack of inventory, prompting builders and developers to increase home prices. While there is still a demand for housing, the current market is undersupplying and causing home prices to bottom out.

Listen to the full interview above to learn more about St. Bourke, or visit www.StBourke.com.

A special thank you to Denim Marketing for sponsoring Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio. Known as a trendsetter, Denim Marketing has been blogging since 2006, podcasting since 2011 and is currently working on strategies for the Google Helpful Content update and ways to incorporate AI into sales and marketing. Contact them when you need quality, original content for social media, public relations, blogging, email marketing and promotions. A comfortable fit for companies of all shapes and sizes, Denim Marketing understands marketing strategies are not one-size-fits-all. The agency works with your company to create a perfectly tailored marketing strategy that will adhere to your specific needs and niche. Try Denim Marketing on for size by calling 770-383-3360 or by visiting www.DenimMarketing.com.

 

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Farrell Middleton, president of The Bell Curve of Life, joins the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast to discuss his new company, The Bell Curve of Life program. Middleton sits down with host Carol Morgan on the All About Real Estate segment to share what The Bell Curve of Life offers and who can benefit from the program.

Originally from Savannah, Georgia, Middleton currently resides in Atlanta with his wife, Cathy, and is a proud father of two adult daughters, living in the area. Middleton graduated with honors from the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he earned his degree in building construction. After graduating, Middleton entered the Atlanta home-building industry and had a long, successful 36-year career. In early 2022, Middleton decided to start his long-awaited second career as a teacher, coach and mentor.

Middleton said, “The Bell Curve of Life has been a goal of mine for most of my adult life, and I have been loosely working on the concept for many years!”

Switching careers at 57 years old, Middleton began The Bell Curve of Life to help individuals maintain a positive attitude, enhance their interpersonal communication skills, build relationships and improve problem-solving abilities. With timeless principles, The Bell Curve of Life can be utilized in one year, five or 20 years, with the fundamentals proving useful long after.

Middleton said, “There is a very strong focus for the participants on maintaining a positive attitude and focusing on the journey in order to arrive at their destination.”

Each topic within the program relates to certain circumstances that people find themselves in on a routine basis, both personally and professionally. The Bell Curve of Life delivers offerings in four different categories – one for personal focus and three for professional guidance. The main structure of the program is made for approximately 10 participants with 90-minute sessions to discuss and explore a single topic. Most importantly, participants do not have to worry about preparation or outside work for these sessions!

Middleton said, “Just come with a positive attitude, an open mind and we’ll have a great time!”

Middleton mentions that his favorite topic within the personal category is “Cathy and Farrell Had Nine Parents Between Them,” which dives into maintaining a healthy family and personal and professional relationships. Participants will learn practices and tools to help work on and foster the most important relationships and how to move on accordingly when a relationship turns sour.

Middleton said, “You have to relate to people positively. It’s just how the world works!”

The Bell Curve of Life founder also provides his favorite topics within the professional categories that focus on enhanced time management, problem-solving techniques, focusing on individual strengths and more! With three different professional divisions, there are topics for CEOs/owners/directors, middle managers and traditional staff.

Visit www.TheBellCurveOfLife.com to learn more about programs, topics and pricing. You can reach Middleton via phone at 678-618-2024 or email at Farrell @TheBellCurveOfLife.com.

Listen to the full interview above to learn about The Bell Curve of Life, or visit www.TheBellCurveOfLife.com.

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Carl Riden, the founder of Redmont Homes, joins the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast as part of the Legends of Real Estate series. Riden sits down with host Carol Morgan to touch on his decades of experience, working in the Great Recession and his time in the home building industry.

Riden was born and raised on a small cotton farm near Bostwick, Georgia. After graduating from the University of Georgia with a degree in agricultural engineering, Riden served in Vietnam with the United States Army and later worked for the Georgia Power Company as a salesman, selling electricity to builders. Riden began his career in the real estate industry working with a local apartment developer, which led him to start his own business in 1977, Carl Riden Homes – which later became Harcrest Homes.

Starting his building career in the late 1970s, Riden sold his first home for $49,000. In the early days his first homes featured 1,600 square feet of living space and were brick or stucco structures. With split-level house plans rising in popularity during this period, home plans grew to showcase 3,000 to 3,6000 square feet of living space and all brick exteriors. While his building career was growing in success, Riden faced many challenges in the early 1980s, including competition and the Great Recession.

After decades of building beautiful homes, Riden sold Carl Riden Homes to his business partner, Mike Smith, who transitioned the company to Harcrest Homes. Riden later started his second homebuilding venture, Redmont Homes.

Riden said, “I was ready to retire, and Mike was the perfect choice!”

Joining the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association (GAHBA) early on in his career, Riden is thankful for the many years of community and education provided by the organization. While Riden has accomplished much to be proud of, he is incredibly prideful of the relationships he built during his decades in the industry.

Riden said, “I am most proud of my relationships with subcontractors, homeowners, suppliers and realtors.”

Riden’s advice for newcomers in the industry is to start at the bottom, work hard and pour love and passion into your craft! The real estate legend mentions the importance of finding a trusted bank and supportive team that believes in the work you are trying to produce.

Riden said, “Be enthusiastic and work your way up!”

Enjoying retired life, Riden lives on Lake Lanier and loves spending time at his second home near his daughter and grandchildren. The retiree also visits his childhood home every Thursday to assist his sister with the upkeep of a cotton farm.

Riden said, “My sister and I love the farm!”

With many projects to choose from, Riden’s most memorable build was a subdivision featuring 110 lots, brought to his team in the 1990s by an industry friend. Building a great relationship, Riden worked on the project for nearly 15 years.

For additional information on Carl Riden or Redmont Homes, call or text 770-616-6240 to speak with Riden directly.

Listen to the full episode above to learn more about Carl Riden.

A special thank you to Denim Marketing for sponsoring Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio. Known as a trendsetter, Denim Marketing has been blogging since 2006, podcasting since 2011 and is currently working on strategies for the Google Helpful Content update and ways to incorporate AI into sales and marketing. Contact them when you need quality, original content for social media, public relations, blogging, email marketing and promotions. A comfortable fit for companies of all shapes and sizes, Denim Marketing understands marketing strategies are not one-size-fits-all. The agency works with your company to create a perfectly tailored marketing strategy that will adhere to your specific needs and niche. Try Denim Marketing on for size by calling 770-383-3360 or by visiting www.DenimMarketing.com.

 

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Melanie Burruss, leasing and marketing with Ranch Cottages for Rent, joins the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast to discuss unique home plans and community amenities. On the All About Real Estate segment, Burruss chats with host Carol Morgan about Ranch Cottages for Rent’s new mascot, Dogwood.

With almost 20 years of experience in the real estate industry, Burruss has worked for several local builders in the metro Atlanta area as an on-site agent and had the pleasure of working with Jim Chapman Communities for the past six years – with a focus on Ranch Cottages for Rent for three of those years.

Ranch Cottages for Rent comprises of multiple rental communities boasting beautiful homes that feature one- to two-car garages, accommodating floor plans and impeccable attention to detail. The luxury rentalsare one-level, attached single-family homes developed with millennials, seniors, Gen X and active adults in mind.

Each cottage community offers five different floor plans highlighting open-level living, an owner’s suite on the main floor, two to three bedrooms and an optional upstairs loft space. Residents in every community enjoy incredible amenities, such as an expansive clubhouse, cutting-edge fitness center and resort-inspired pool area. Other amenities offered at select communities include a dedicated dog park and a community garden.

Burruss said, “We are always looking for ways to add green spaces and outdoor areas!”

Located in Athens, Brunswick, Dawsonville, Hampton and Loganville, Ranch Cottages for Rent has six available communities. The build-to-rent developer also has two new communities coming soon to Cartersville and Savannah – The Cottages at Walker Ridge and The Cottages at New Hampstead.

With a variety of floor plans to choose from, the cottages range from a little over 1,000 to 1,400 square feet. The Ranch Cottages for Rent team focuses on every detail within each home by showcasing granite countertops, in-unit washer and dryer, tile backsplash and luxury vinyl flooring.

Burruss said, “Each cottage feels just like a home!”

Ranch Cottages for Rent’s new mascot, Dogwood, made a "bark-tastic" appearance on Atlanta Real Estate Forum with Melanie. Often called Woody, this friendly neighborhood Bulldog is ready to "lead the leash" in sharing his favorite spots and "pup-tivities" in and around each cottage community!

Residents and prospective renters can "paw-sibly" catch a glimpse of Dogwood at open communities this summer and in multiple "fur-riendly" social media locations. This "pup-ular" pooch is "pawsing" for selfies and ready to "ruff" up the regular program with his wag-tastic adventures. 🐾

Follow Woody's "tail-wagging" journey around Ranch Cottages for Rent communities - it'll be an absolute "howl"!

Burruss said, “We’re super excited to give everyone a dog’s eye view of the communities!”

Tune into the full interview above to learn more about Ranch Cottages for Rent, or visit www.RanchCottagesForRent.com.

A special thank you to Denim Marketing for sponsoring Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio. Known as a trendsetter, Denim Marketing has been blogging since 2006, podcasting since 2011 and is currently working on strategies for the Google Helpful Content update and ways to incorporate AI into sales and marketing. Contact them when you need quality, original content for social media, public relations, blogging, email marketing and promotions. A comfortable fit for companies of all shapes and sizes, Denim Marketing understands marketing strategies are not one-size-fits-all. The agency works with your company to create a perfectly tailored marketing strategy that will adhere to your specific needs and niche. Try Denim Marketing on for size by calling 770-383-3360 or by visiting www.DenimMarketing.com.

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President Stephen Haines with Artisan Built Communities joins the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast to discuss new and upcoming communities and give updates on popular neighborhoods, including Heritage Pointe at The Georgian, Stratford at NatureWalk and Serenity in Hapeville. Haines joins host Carol Morgan on the All About Real Estate segment.

A familiar face in the homebuilding industry, Haines has been a part of the industry from a very young age and has had the opportunity to work for many big builders throughout his 25-year career. He joined the Artisan Built Communities team four years ago and now leads the organization and its growth efforts. 

Founded in 2012, Artisan Built Communities specializes in constructing residences that buyers proudly call home. The builder takes special care to create stunning exteriors, focus on architecture and specialize in a home’s finer touches. 

Haines said, “While we are a production builder, we like to build things that are a notch above and [Serenity] is no exception.”

Serenity at Hapeville is a community located just north of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in a city made famous by General Motors and Chick-fil-A Founder S. Truett Cathy. The independent town extends across two-square miles and is well-known for its vibrant arts scene! A unique feature of the community, the Hapeville entrance is marked by a beautiful mural painted by a locally famous muralist known for his work across the metro area.

Haines said, “The mural greets you as you come in and it sets the tone for what you’re going to experience once you come inside.”

A unique product that is very different from the builder’s work in Paulding County, Serenity at Hapeville showcases attached two-story townhomes with only 25 available opportunities. The City of Hapeville influenced the first set of units to take on the look of a warehouse that has been a part of the Hapeville landscape for many years. The building bears the city name on both sides, with an exterior that takes inspiration from old factories and warehouses. 

The rest of the community’s four buildings, with 21 units, surround a private pocket park to give residents the freedom to leave their homes to take their favorite furry friend for a walk close to home. A fire pit installation, perfect for community gatherings through the seasons, centers the green space. Many units feature a private patio, with a few enjoying an upstairs balcony! 

To complement the first set of units, the remaining four buildings embrace a retro-modern exterior detailed by brick siding, black windows and more. 

To learn more about Artisan Built Communities, tune into the interview above or visit www.DiscoverArtisan.com. 

A special thank you to Denim Marketing for sponsoring Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio. Known as a trendsetter, Denim Marketing has been blogging since 2006, podcasting since 2011 and is currently working on strategies for the Google Helpful Content update and ways to incorporate AI into sales and marketing. Contact them when you need quality, original content for social media, public relations, blogging, email marketing and promotions. A comfortable fit for companies of all shapes and sizes, Denim Marketing understands marketing strategies are not one-size-fits-all. The agency works with your company to create a perfectly tailored marketing strategy that will adhere to your specific needs and niche. Try Denim Marketing on for size by calling 770-383-3360 or by visiting www.DenimMarketing.com.

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Gene Eidelman, the co-founder of Azure Printed Homes, joins the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast to discuss founding a 3D home printing company and how the process revolutionizes the home building industry. Eidelman chats with host Carol Morgan on the All About Real Estate segment.

Originally from Ukraine, Eidelman relocated to Atlanta in the mid-1980s and has lived in the eclectic city for over 20 years. With a background in real estate development and construction, Eidelman and his business partner founded Azure Printed Homes three years ago to build more affordable housing with a positive environmental impact at a faster pace.

After building homes using traditional measures, the Azure team shifted to 3D printing methods. In the past two years, Azure Printed Homes has worked hard to perfect its 3D printing practices by trying different computer methods, finding the best equipment to print units and much more! Eidelman and his team delivered their first printed home unit last year.

Eidelman said, “I love when customers’ eyes start to sparkle because they have a vision!”

With no luck finding a pre-existing 3D printing system, Eidelman and his business partner decided to develop their own 3D printing technology that features multiple equipment pieces, including a printer and extruder. The printed homes company aimed to use sustainable materials that met seismic requirements and could withstand hurricane winds as well as incorporated roofs strong enough to handle heavy snow loads.

After much research and deliberation, Azure Printed Homes settled on sustainable materials such as recycled plastics, fiberglass and carbon fiber. The recycled plastic used by the home building company is derived primarily from recycled water bottles. Working with three different manufacturers, Eidelman and his team provide the manufacturers with a composite formula that consists of at least 60% recycled plastic and a mixture of fiberglass and carbon fiber.

Azure Printed Homes began its 3D home printing journey with 10x12 backyard studio units and has gradually expanded its unit sizing. The company’s 10x18 AUD units feature 180 square feet of living space, including a bathroom with a shower and a small kitchen. With stackable products, customers can purchase up to eight units together to deliver one large home.

Eidelman said, “While our biggest demand is for our backyard studios and small units, our next category is 900 square-foot homes!”

3D home printing is revolutionizing the home building industry. The process replaces the need for trades, such as framing, roofing and waterproofing, when it comes to building a home and is a more cost-effective construction solution. Azure Printed Homes develops one basic unit a day compared to the months it takes to build a traditional 180-square-foot home. Completing the unit, including flooring, cabinetry and finishes, takes approximately one week for a small unit and two to three weeks for the larger units.

Tune into the full interview above to learn more about Azure Printed Homes, or visit www.AzurePrintedHomes.com.

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Managing Partner Mike Vahle with Capital Growth StoreGuard joins the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast to discuss his focus on community and the growth within the self-storage industry. On the All About Real Estate segment, Vahle joins host Carol Morgan to share an overview of what Capital Growth StoreGuard offers.

With a background in real estate development, Vahle has worked with small businesses and large companies such as Walmart and Publix Storage. In January of 2023, Vahle and his business partner, Eric Buchalter, launched Capital Growth StoreGuard – a real estate development and acquisition company focused on self-storage.

Capital Growth StoreGuard is an Atlanta-based company that provides solutions to customers seeking more space to store their valuable goods. After a few months in, Vahle and his team acquired a facility in Georgia where they continue to expand and add amenities to modernize the offering. The company is also working on several development projects in the metro Atlanta area and other large metro areas across the Southeast.

One of the many reasons StoreGuard is effective and successful is the Capital Growth Buchalter team. As a vertically integrated and well-established real estate development and acquisition team, Capital Growth Buchalter serves as the parent company for StoreGuard. The Capital Growth platform has over 70 years of experience and has delivered approximately 1,500 projects nationwide. With the Buchalter team providing in-house capabilities such as accounting, legal, project management and design, Capital Growth StoreGuard has the ability to take on any project, no matter the difficulty.

Vahle said, “The Buchalter team has been a good advantage for StoreGuard!”

Setting the new standard for the self-storage industry, Capital Growth StoreGuard provides customers with top-quality services and delivers desirable features, including additional hours of coverage, redundant security measures, climate-controlled units and modernized design elements.

Vahle said, “We try to not only keep up but to get ahead of the curve and offer next-level service.”

With self-storage facilities rising in popularity, Vahle explains that the typical demand driver for the storage industry is a disruptive life event such as divorce or sudden relocation. In addition to the typical drivers, the 2020 pandemic sparked an increase in the demand for self-storage, with individuals carving out space for home offices, remote schooling spaces and hobby areas. In today’s housing market, individuals are beginning to downsize – creating a new market for the self-storage industry.

Vahle said, “When you look from generation to generation, the percentage of usage of self-storages continues to tick up.”

Tune into the full interview above to learn more about Capital Growth StoreGuard, or visit www.StoreGuard.com.

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