Welcome to The Seed. This bi-monthly newsletter is designed to plant thoughts, inspire conversations, and share the learning.
Here’s what we have in store for you today:
🍿 One Fun fact: “The great fall, from 9000+ to 1”
📚 Book Review: “Building a StoryBrand by Donald Miller”
🏡 Stats & Facts: “Atlanta Real Estate Market Stats”
Did you know?!
There is one Blockbuster location still open for business and if you are really feeling like diving back in time you can book a night to stay in it on Airbnb!
Founded in 1985, Blockbuster was the go-to spot for movie rentals. After growing to 9k stores across the U.S., it failed to pivot with the times leading to the company’s bankruptcy.
Building a StoryBrand is an excellent breakdown and “how to” book about building a brand and marketing it successfully. Easy to read, entertaining, and full of real processes to be learned and followed. With the key concept being “Make the prospective buyer the hero”, Building a StoryBrand focuses on delivering value as a way to attract followers to your brand.”
According to the National Association of Realtors, Atlanta is expected to be the top real estate market in 2023. Among the 179 metro areas analyzed by NAR, it was the only one to meet all 10 indicators such as housing affordability, employment conditions, and population growth. According to a report, the Atlanta metropolitan area continues to be more affordable than the majority of U.S. regions, with more than 20% of renters able to afford an average home purchase.
The Market
Atlanta is expected to be the top real-estate market in 2023.
Ideal Housing
Atlanta is the only place that meets all 10 housing indicators.
Affordability
Atlanta continues to be more affordable than the majority of U.S. regions.