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Atlanta has quite a few celebrities that were born in the city. Although the number is not as large as New York or even Los Angeles, there are some big names.
Mind you, when we talk about celebrities born in Atlanta, we’re talking about the whole of metro Atlanta, not just parts of the three-country area of DeKalb, Fulton and Clayton or Gwinnett.
What Celebrities Are From Atlanta?
Of course, you know the iconic Martin Luther king Jr. was born in Atlanta. You also know that many celebrities party in Atlanta. But so were a bevy of entertainment figures, who we will show you.
Lil Baby
View this post on InstagramLil Baby aka, Dominique Armani Jones rose to fame in southwest Atlanta with the 2017 release of his debut mixtape Perfect Timing. Since then, he has become the GOAT of rap music in the United States.
Summer Walker
View this post on InstagramSummer Walker is a singer signed to LoveRenaissance and Interscope Records. She was raised in Atlanta. Her hits include Girls Need Love, I’ll Kill You and Tonight.
Omari Hardwick
View this post on InstagramPower actor Omari Hardwick was born in Savannah, Georgia but grew up in Decatur right outside Atlanta. He played baseball, football and track in high school.
Hardwick also went out to play cornerback at the University of Georgia.
Chris Tucker
View this post on InstagramChris Tucker is an actor and comedian who helmed the popular Rush Hour film franchise. Tucker was born and raised in Atlanta.
Ed Helms
View this post on InstagramEd Helms, known for his role in the popular TV series The Office and The Hangover movies, grew up in Atlanta and attended Westminster for school before going to college in Ohio.
Future
View this post on InstagramFuture Hendrix, born Nayvadius DeMun Wilburn, is generally accepted as the hottest Atlanta rapper over the past decade. His hit albums and mixtapes include Pluto, DS2 and The Wzrd.
Monica Arnold
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Monica is an R&B singer who rose to fame in the late 1990s. She has helped shape popular music in Atlanta and beyond with such albums as Miss Thang, After the Storm and Code Red.Here Are More Celebrities From Atlanta
- Big Gip
- Blake Michael
- Brittany Murphy
- Cam Newton
- CeeLo Green
- China Anna McClain
- Chandler Riggs
- Charles Martin
- Chloe Grace-Moretz
- Chris Tucker
- Clifford “T.I.” Harris
- Dakota Fanning
- DC Young Fly
- Desmond English
- Eisha Hickson
- Future Hindrix
- Gladys Knight
- Halle Bailey
- Jeff Foxworthy
- Julia Roberts
- Kanye West
- Kelly Rowland
- Kirk Frost
- Kyla Drew Simmons
- Kulture Kiari Cephus
- Lil Nas X
- Lil Baby
- Liv Shumbres
- Margret Mitchell
- Meredith Mickelson
- MattyB
- Michael Campion
- Mini Barbie
- Normani
- Playboi Carti
- Rasheeda Frost
- Rich Homie Quan
- Ryan Seacrest
- Raven-Symone
- Savannah Chrisley
- Silento
- Solai Wicker
- Storm Reid
- Summerella
- Tray Bills
- Young Thug
- YRNDJ
- Yoni Wicker
- Yung Joc
Atlanta has become a celebrity mecca in recent years and Georgia has been a favorite location for movie and TV productions since the state instituted generous tax breaks for film companies that agree to shoot locally.
Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the metro area in 2018-19 and the foreseeable future.
Speaking of celebrities and entertainment, more than 700 movie and TV projects have been greenlit in Georgia in just in the last few years.The film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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Before he won the presidency and while he was a Democratic presidential candidate, Joe Biden visited Atlanta in June 2019, meeting with several luminaries in the city as part of a political jaunt.
Biden, the former U.S. vice president, was campaigning to challenge President Trump for the White House in the 2020 race.
Joe Biden visited Atlanta And Ate At This Soul Food Restaurant
Atlanta is a heavily Democratic base for Biden, despite the staunchly Republican leanings of many in the northern suburbs.
Biden met with Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms and was shepherded around town to many of the city’s favorite haunts.
There was the customary lunch at Busy Bee’s on Martin Luther King Boulevard, as well as other stops.
It was great to be back in Atlanta! Thank you to Mayor @KeishaBottoms for showing me around town and for your work expanding opportunity to every corner of the city. pic.twitter.com/kmhmeN5lHm
— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) June 10, 2019Now, Busy Bee has somehow become, like, a testing ground for visiting politicians who are about to launch a campaign. Not that long ago, rapper Killer Mike brought Bernie Sanders to the joint during the 2016 election for some fried chicken.
What was not known was whether Biden had the chicken, collard greens or fried fish. Atlanta has so many soulful restaurants to choose from.
Atlanta has a lot of inspirational people and AtlantaFi.com is going to introduce you to many of them as well as cool places to go, great restaurants and other ATL happenings.
Got an event or know of something opening in and around Atlanta? Holla: CJ@AtlantaFi.com. See what’s poppin’ in the ATL! Subscribe to our news alerts here, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook.
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Are you looking for information on where you can get the COVID-19 vaccine in Atlanta? We’re going to tell you everything you need to know.
The COVID-19 vaccine is being distributed to all 50 states. Hospitals and medical facilities are the first priority of the 3 million initial doses that are rolling out.
By year’s end, the U.S. government plans to have 300 million doses distributed across the country. They hope that by springtime 2021, the majority of Americans will have access to the vaccine.
This article will be updated with the latest information as we learn of it.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp updated the public on the vaccine rollout in Georgia, saying, “[The Georgia Department of Public Health] and our team are ready to assist in getting the vaccine out to our most vulnerable Georgians and those fighting this virus on the front lines.”
Have COVID-19 Vaccine Vials Arrived In Atlanta?
COVID-19 vaccine vials were shipped into Atlanta and arrived the morning of Monday, Dec. 15. FedEx is handling the shipments to Georgia’s capital city. The shipments come from a Michigan facility, which is the origin point to handle shipping logistics of distributing the vials throughout the nation.
The vaccine vials are all freezer-packed because of their delicate nature and capacity to destabilize at room temperature.
According to the Georgia Department of Health, the handling requirements for each vaccine product will vary from refrigerated (2° to 8° C) to frozen (-20°C) to ultra-cold (-60° to -80°C) temperatures.
Who Will Get The Vaccine?
You may be wondering who is eligible for the vaccine in Georgia and how it will be rolled out. This is the plan, according to the federal government’s COVID-19 immunization program, Operation Warp Speed.
Phase One:
- People over age 60 with health problems
- Health care workers
- Firefighters, EMTs and other first responders
Phase Two:
- Essential workers (grocery associates, jail staff, truck drivers, etc.)
- School and child care workers
- Anyone age 60 and older with underlying conditions
Phase Three
- Those aged 21 to 30
- Moderately Exposed Industries (Hairstylists, tattoo artists, etc.)
Phase Four
Anyone else for whom the vaccine is recommended.
The CDC says that the list of groups listed in each phase is by no means all-inclusive and will be revised based on developments that arise.
What Kind Of Vaccine Has Been Shipped To Atlanta?
Atlanta may be getting different types of vaccines, but as of this writing, the city is getting the Pfizer-BioNtech vaccine, which is the first to be approved by the Food and Drug Administration.
The Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 is for use in people 16 years of age and older. The vaccine is only authorized for emergency use for as long as the pandemic lasts.
Last Words
Some vaccinations will require two doses for the patient to be inoculated. This will require that you more than likely place a reminder for the second dose due date in your smartphone calendar or a similar place.
The Department of Public Health will use the Georgia Registry of Immunization Transactions and Services (GRITS) to collect data on COVID-19 vaccine doses administered rom health providers.
Atlantafi.com is bringing you the latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has the state of Georgia and the city of Atlanta under a state of emergency. More definitive advice on health, please visit CDC.gov. Here are some helpful links:
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You’ve applied for the job and added your resume online and studied the top interview tips. Now you’re just waiting for your would-be employer to call you. Here’s how to prepare for a job interview in Atlanta.
You’re going to earn that job and get hired because you’re going to be prepare on the interview. Here’s how to do it.
How To Prepare For A Job Interview
No matter if you have a job interview planned with Home Depot in Smyrna, CNN downtown or with the CDC off Clifton Road in the middle of Atlanta, you need to know how to win the interview. The size of the company shouldn’t matter: If you’re ready, you’re ready.
The key is to prepare yourself well before the day of the interview. Here are five steps to do it:
1. Research The Company
To build confidence in what you know about the company you’re hiring with, you need to research it. Take your time to read up on the organization.
The only way to get comfortable is to know what you’re talking about. Some questions may be about the company’s history or recent accomplishments. Do your homework.
2. Write A Script
Write out a script of what you’re going to say on the interview. This is not a time to leave your answers and articulation to guesswork. If you actually write out what you’re going to say, it will do wonders for your nerves.
Writing out an interview script will also allow you to anticipate the pace of the conversation and where to take it.
3. Match The Job Description With Your Skills
Clearly match what the job description says and how your skills match up. The interviewer won’t be the one that ties yours skills with the requirements of the job — that’s your job.
4. Have Specific Examples Of Your Accomplishments
Don’t rely on your resume to tell your narrative. Be prepared to itemize your accomplishments in a way that brings it home. Talk about that time you saved your previous employer thousands of dollars. Mention that promotion and why you got it.
5. Anticipate The Interviewer’s Questions
The interviewer will have a set of questions that you need to be prepared for. Typically they will ask you about how you handled a less than ideal situation. They may also ask you what you feel your biggest weakness is. You’ll want to mention something that you’ve since corrected.
6. Finish Strong
As the interview nears to its conclusion, remember to smile often. Accentuate your strongest points. Gesture in the affirmative and look the interviewer in the eye when it’s appropriate.
At the end, always give a firm handshake. And always, always send a thank-you note or email a day or two after the interview.
What Are Some Signs That Your Interview Went Well?
You may be wondering after the interview if it went well. Some signs that would indicate that are:
- The interviewer tells you that it went well.
- Your references were contacted.
- Your thank-you email is well received.
Up next: How to write a resume that wows Atlanta employers
How To Write A Resume That Will Attract Atlanta’s Top Companies
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New findings show that if you plan on visiting Atlanta, it’s cheaper to book a hotel than an Airbnb.
Of course, Atlanta’s Airbnbs offer some of the best homes in the Southeast, but as with anything, it needs to make financial sense.
Atlanta has some affordable apartments, but you may be inclined for a hotel or an Airbnb.
Is It Cheaper To Book A Hotel Or Airbnb?
A new report from FitSmallBusiness.com shows that renting an Airbnb in a medium-sized city like Austin or St. Louis makes way more financial sense than doing so in a major metropolitan mecca like Atlanta.
One reason for this is cities like Atlanta, New York and San Francisco have a high average housing costs. And these costs are will be added to the visitor’s bottom line.
There’s also a premium on Airbnbs in these large cities because of increasingly hostile housing regulations, which severely limit the supply of Airbnb locations. That causes their prices to rise.
To come up with the numbers, the site looked at the following criteria:
- Price (55%)
- Amenities, inclusions, travel purpose (20%)
- Availability (10%)
- Location (10%)
- Regulatory environment (5%)
Let’s look at the top cities to book hotels, then Airbnbs based on those statistics:
Top Cities To Book Hotels
#1. New York City
#2. Atlanta
#3. Los Angeles
#4. Las Vegas
#5. Seattle
#6. San Diego
#7. San Francisco
#8. OrlandoTop Cities To Book Airbnbs
#1. Anaheim
#2. Chicago
#3. Philadelphia
#4. San Antonio
#5. Austin
#6. St. Louis
#7. Miami Beach
#8. OrlandoUp next: Here are the best Airbnbs in Atlanta
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There’s more to the Atlanta area than what’s inside the perimeter. If you’re looking for a place to live in Georgia, you might want to consider somewhere in metro Atlanta.
The metro Atlanta area consists mainly of five counties that make up the bulk of where nearly 6 million people live.
If you’re thinking about moving to Georgia and looking for an affordable apartment, this article is a resource. But what are some of the best places?
Apartment Therapy recently listed some of the top spots to reside in the Atlanta area.
1. Sandy Springs
Population: 108,797
Median home listing price: $491,008
Median monthly rent: $2,0882. Roswell
Population: 94,650
Median home listing price: $411,516
Median monthly rent: $1,9953. Johns Creek
Population: 84,310
Median home listing price: $430,525
Median monthly rent: $2,0004. Alpharetta
Population: 66,255
Median home listing price: $410,134
Median monthly rent: $1,8955. Marietta
Population: 60,806
Median home listing price: $301,631
Median monthly rent: $1,6476. Dunwoody
Population: 49,459
Median home listing price: $460,077
Median monthly rent: $2,2007. Milton
Population: 39,217
Median home listing price: $558,765
Median monthly rent: $2,0958. Peachtree City
Population: 35,766
Median home listing price: $346,716
Median monthly rent: $1,9009. Kennesaw
Population: 34,172
Median home listing price: $254,303
Median monthly rent: $1,58510. Woodstock
Population: 32,234
Median home listing price: $276,799
Median monthly rent: $1,600Atlanta has so much to do that you need a curated guide to help you sort through it all. Make sure you subscribe to our #ATLHaps newsletter that gives you a weekly tab of Atlanta events you don’t want to miss.
Where Do Black Professionals Hang Out In Atlanta?
Atlanta has been called the black mecca due to its large African-American population. If you’re wondering where many black people in Atlanta hang out, here are some of the nightlife establishments they frequent.
Revel
1778 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318, (404) 355-6800
Revel is one of Atlanta’s hottest clubs, catering to the young millennials looking for a respite from the professional world on the weekends. Every Friday and Saturday, it’s ladies free til 12 am with open bar til midnight as well. Come and see Big Tigger x V103 Dj Pnut on the ones and twos.
One Google reviewer says: “This is a world-class first-class venue with an excellent light show and definitely an upscale feel I love the fact that you can run into any and everybody from celebrities athletes to your neighbor.”
Here’s what it’s like inside Club Revel in Atlanta.
Truth Lounge
1100 Crescent Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, (404) 262-7112
Photo credit: Youtube Truth Lounge is another club on the well-known party strip Crescent Avenue in Midtown. Known for “Krave Saturdays,” Truth Lounge is also a great happy hour option afterwork.
One Google reviewer says: “Cool spot. Really loud music, maybe too loud. Cool place to bring your friends to dance & smoke a few hookahs(if you’re into that kinda stuff). It can also be a bit crowded.”
Whiskey Blue located in the W Hotel in Buckhead is a cool, hip place for young professionals to gather for an afterwork drink. The rooftop lounge allows you to enjoy a cocktail looking out on the Buckhead skyline.One Google reviewer says: “The staff is always nice. Really good drinks. Beautiful views. It’s a very small lounge so it gets crowded fast. They recently redesigned the interior. This is a great place to visit for a weekend cocktail or beer after work.”The Gold Room is a favorite spot for visitors looking to experience some authentic Atlanta nightlife. The place can be a bit smokey at times, but the music is on point.One Google reviewer says: “he DJ was freaking awesome! I wouldn’t go again without a section. You could barely even make way to the bar. Hookah was great. That “body to body” stuff is not the wave anymore. Other than that, two thumbs up!”Club LaCura ATL
1919 Metropolitan Pkwy SW A, Atlanta, GA 30315, (404) 749-7898
Club LaCura is a vibrant “neighborhood” club catering to Zone 3 on Metropolitan Parkway. The club that brings a lot of med-level rappers and entertainers to rock the crowd. If you’re a fan of underground rappers, LaCura often books those types of artists.
One Google reviewer says: “I am from Jacksonville FL was visiting for my Birthday July 7. This place was the Best they showed so much love to a sister in there. I will definitely recommend anyone to celebrate their whatever in Lacura. Thank you to the Beautifull bar tenders, The DJ you sir who had on the black pants and black n white shirt you yeah you with the dreads omg I can’t stop thinking of you and More importantly thank you Mr. Peewee… Love from DUVALLL Baby.”Mansion Elan
3595 Clairmont Rd, Atlanta, GA 30319, (404) 997-6901
Photo credit: Youtube Mansion Elan is a relatively new addition to Atlanta’s nightlife, but you should definitely add it to your things to do in Atlanta list. Although they advertise a “free with text” option, it may make you wait in line, but that’s OK. Once inside, you’ll enjoy the vibe.One Google reviewer says: “Music Great !!!!! A mix of sounds Grade equipment you can breathe not a smoke-filled environment….. yeah. The renovations are spectacularly beautiful to any clubs from Vegas to Miami recommend this spots.”Interested in more places to party in Atlanta? Check out these Atlanta clubs.Explore Atlanta At Your Own Pace
First, to find all the good things happening in the city this week, all you have to do is take a look at downtown Atlanta. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are. Downtown Atlanta or Midtown often has something cool going on!
Are you a beer drinker? You also may want to visit to a craft brewery in the city.
Check out these events in Atlanta today and this week and this weekend:
- For a month’s view: The Official Atlanta Events Calendar
- For a more immediate look, check Things to do in Atlanta This Week
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Amazon is not just the top online retail store in the world, it is one of the easiest sites to find local-themed merchandise.
Amazon is full of Atlanta-themed items that would make perfect gifts and presents.
Here are 10 items on Amazon based on Atlanta
1. Atlanta Adult Coloring Book
This Atlanta-themed adult coloring book is one of its kind that you’ll find.
2. Atlanta Homesick Scented Candles
Enjoy the fragrance and rep the ATL with Get scented candles that will make your whole house smell good.
3. Good Night Atlanta
“Good Night Atlanta” is an inspirational book for young Southerners. It features Piedmont Park, the Chattahoochee River, the King Center, Centennial Olympic Park an more.
4. Atlanta Chef’s Table: Extraordinary Recipes from the Big Peach
With several James Beard Foundation Award semifinalis ts and more, Atlanta serves up an eclectic mix of foods. Here are your favorite recipes from Atlanta’s talented chefs and devoted foodie community.
5. Leaving Atlanta
The moving story of their struggle to grow up and survive shimmers with the piercing, ineffable quality of childhood, as it captures all the hurts and little wins,
6. New Era 9Fifty 950 Black Basic Snapback Adjustable Cap
7. Tales from the Atlanta Braves Dugout
The newest addition to the Tales from the Team series, Tales from the Atlanta Braves Dugout includes stories on the greatest players and coaches to don the Braves uniform. Author Cory McCartney includes stories about Hank Aaron, Dale Murphy, Phil Niekro, Chipper Jones, Andruw Jones and so many others.
8. Atlanta Natives’ Favorite Recipes
This 1975 spiral-bound treasure contains Atlanta-themed recipes from appetizers to desserts with a side of short Atlanta history about society, arts, parks, education, the governor’s mansion and more.
9. Atlanta Falcons Straight Leg Canopy
10. 100 Things to Do in Atlanta Before You Die, 2nd Ed (100 Things to Do Before You Die)
This is the second edition of 100 Things to Do in Atlanta Before You Die. Whether you’re a native of the ATL or a visitor, this is a must-have.
Where Can You Buy Souvenirs In Atlanta?
Atlanta is a tourist city, so there’s no shortage of places to pick up some souvenirs around the city. Here are some of the best Atlanta gift shops.
632 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30306 | (404) 358-1286
Eco Denizen
999 Peachtree St NE #180, Atlanta, GA 30309 | (678) 705-9880
The Merchant At Krog Street Market
99 Krog St NE a, Atlanta, GA 30307 | (404) 331-1200
Garden Gift Shop (Atlanta Botanical Garden)
1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 | (404) 591-1564
Zoo Atlanta Gift Shop
800 Cherokee Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30315
Looking To Shop Electronics? Check Out Deals Hub
Along with the wonderful things to eat and do in Atlanta, there are also so awesome places to shop.
In addition to malls, many Atlanta boutiques and consignment shops have daily deals so that you can save money.
Atlanta’s retail scene continues to be a bright spot for the local economy — and that means more sales for everyone!
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If you’re facing the foreclosure of your home, it can be an anxious time. In Georgia, you have good reason to be. Atlanta also has the fourth-highest share of mortgage delinquencies.
This article will show you what you need to do to stop a foreclosure in your home in Georgia.
What Is The Foreclosure Process?
The foreclosure process begins when the bank sends you notification that your home will be repossessed in a matter of days.
The actual foreclosure typically occurs on the steps of City Hall and is administered by the sheriff of the presiding county of where the property is located.
For example, to witness or take part in a foreclosure auction in Fulton County, you’d need to be on the Fulton County Courthouse steps as the sheriff’s deputy begins the process by listing properties.
By federal law, foreclosure auctions must be advertised in a newspaper of record. That’s why it’s important to check newspaper listings, especially papers that specialize in real estate listings.
In addition to newspapers, foreclosure listings can also be found:
- Legal publications
- Courthouse steps
Now that you know what to expect at a foreclosure auction, let’s talk about how to avoid it.
How Can I Stop My Home From Foreclosure?
Here are some ways you can stop your home from being foreclosed on.
1. Reach Out To Your Lender
The #1 way to avoid foreclosure is to contact your lender and see if you can renegotiate your mortgage. This may involve setting up a payment plan to catch up or agreeing to make a balloon payment.
The lender may have tried to get you to work something out earlier, but now that you’re more motivated, they may be willing to listen to what you have in mind.
2. Apply For Deferred Payments
A payment deferral moves your past-due payments to the end of your loan and brings your account current. To qualify for the deferred payment option, you typically have to:
- Contact your mortgage lender and inquire about deferred payments.
- Show them that you are able to resume regular payments after the deferred payments process.
3. Apply For Forbearance
Sometimes, the lender doesn’t want to grant you deferred payments due to your history. That’s when it’s time to ask about a forbearance plan.
Many homeowners don’t like forbearance plans because they may typically end with you owing a balloon payment at the end of the process — but it doesn’t have to end that way.
If you are able to apply and be accepted into a forbearance plan, make sure to tell the lender that you still don’t have the money to make the back payments.
The lender’s options at this point usually are to grant you a deferred payment plan or let you refinance at a more favorable rate. Let’s talk about that.
4. Refinance Your Mortgage
Because lenders ideally don’t want to get stuck with stale properties due to foreclosures, they’d rather you continue to make your mortgage payments.
One to ensure that you continue to pay is if you refinance your mortgage. This is a preferable option for lenders who know that homeowners in financial trouble.
5. Loan Modification
Similar to a refinance, a loan modification typically lowers your payments so that you can afford to begin paying your mortgage again.
Even before you miss a payment, a lender usually will be willing to set you up with a loan modification because they know that you’re still interested in paying for your mortgage.
Lenders don’t mind making loan modifications if they see that you’re sincere about repayment. In many cases, the loan modification amount will include a small fee each month to help the lender recoup what was lost during the months you didn’t pay.
6. Sell Your Home
The last resort in many foreclosure cases is for the distressed homeowner to sell their property. While this is not an ideal situation — namely because it may hurt your credit a bit — it is a viable way to get out of a mortgage you’ve fallen behind on.
If selling your home before it goes into foreclosure is your only option, make sure to try to get rid of it before it officially goes into the foreclosure process. Once a home enters the foreclosure process, the bank is presumed the owner — not you.
That means you lose all the bargaining power you previously had and you may not see a dime of the money from the sale.
Final Words
Foreclosing on a home can be a demoralizing ordeal and is not for the faint of heart, but these things do happen.
Always try to work with your mortgage lender before you get in arrears so that losing your home is never an option on the table.
To recap, here are the steps you can take to avoid having your home foreclosed on.
Atlanta has one of the best real estate markets in the country, with affordable housing in every quadrant of the city. Large backyards, manicured parcels and strong neighborhoods with ample dining amenities make it one of the top places for transplants.
Keep up with what’s going on in Atlanta’s real estate scene here with our Apartment Guide.More Articles From AtlantaFi:
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Atlanta’s most famous food chain is Chick-Fil-A, the restaurant that has made boneless chicken and waffle fries a staple.
For the fourth year in a row, the chain came in #1 for customer service, according to the American Customer Satisfaction Index, an annual report.
Chick-Fil-A has a cult-like following among Southerners familiar with the chain. That’s why the quick-serve restaurant is the most popular when it comes to customer service.
In fact, numerous people have recorded video testimonials proclaiming how great the customer service is at Chick-Fil-A. And just think, it all started in metro Atlanta.
How Did Chick-Fil-A Begin?
What came first? The chicken… or the egg? In Georgia, the answer to that question is S. Truett Cathy.
Chick-Fil-A is part and parcel made of red Georgia clay. This is indisputable ever since Cathy opened a small eatery called the Dwarf Grille opened right under Atlanta’s nose in tiny Hapeville, Georgia back in 1946.
Since then millions have become loyal fans of the restaurant known for the bad-spelling cows singing how to “Eat More Chiken.”
Chick-Fil-A’s claim to fame is its chicken biscuit. The biscuit has 440 calories with the calorie breakdown being 48 grams of carbs, 16g of protein and 20g of fat, according to the eatery.
What Are Chick-Fil-A’s Prices?
Food Size Price Chick–fil-A Chicken Biscuit $2.19 Chick–fil-A Chicken Biscuit – Combo $4.49 Chick-n-Minis 3 Pc. $2.29 Chick-n-Minis 4 Pc. $2.99 A Chick-Fil-A biscuit retails for a little more than $2. But you can find coupons.
What Time Does Chick-Fil-A Stop Serving Breakfast?
Chick-Fil-A stops serving breakfast at 10:30 a.m., giving customers four hours to get their morning menu items.
What Time Does Chick-Fil-A Start Serving Lunch?
Chick-fil-A’s stick to a uniform serving time across its restaurants. At 10:30 a.m., the restaurant switches over to a lunch menu and serves it until 10 p.m. close.
How Many Different Types Of Sauce Does Chick-Fil-A Have?
Chick-Fil-A has nine types of sauces that are sold nationally.
- Chick-Fil-A sauce
- Zesty Buffalo Sauce
- Barbecue Sauce
- Honey Roasted Barbecue
- Sriracha Sauce
- Polynesian Sauce
- Sweet & Sour Sauce
- Honey Mustard Sauce
- Garden Herb Ranch Sauce
Why Is Chick-Fil-A Closed On Sundays?
Chick-Fil-A has long held the tradition to give its employees Sundays off as a day of rest. Math experts have said that the restaurant loses as much as $500 million annually for its Sunday-off policy, but its bottom line is still much more in the black than McDonald’s and Burger King.
How Do You Become A Chick-Fil-A Franchisee?
Chick-fil-A offers lucrative franchise opportunities for entrepreneurs. To become an operator, you have to complete a multi-week training program.
You’ll also be required to take business development courses and take advantage of franchise support. Click here for more information.
Did you know Chick-Fil-A has a secret menu? Check it out here.
Atlanta is having a restaurant renaissance. Hot chicken is the rage in Atlanta’s dining scene right now. But so are chicken and waffles.
Fast-casual is also the dining trend du jour around metro Atlanta restaurants. The concept involves mixing the quick accessibility of fast food with the casual dining experience. Food in Atlanta is also adapting to the various tastes of the migrants that come here to live.
Read more: 15+ essential soul food spots in Atlanta
The city has some good restaurants in each quadrant of the city: East, West, North, South. All you need to do is think about what you have a taste for. Italian? Soul food? Tex-Mex? Atlanta has it all.
For the latest in metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, stay with Atlantafi.com.
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Rapper and entrepreneur 2 Chainz is turning into quite the restaurateur around the city. The music and businessman recently opened another Escobar-themed restaurant in Atlanta along co-owner Mychel “Snoop” Dillard.
Esco Seafood is located on Edgewood Avenue in Atlanta’s Edgewood district. The new Atlanta restaurant is in the space previously occupied by Mother Bar & Kitchen, which closed earlier in 2020 due to the pandemic.
2 Chainz Opens Esco Seafood In Atlanta
Snoop and 2 Chainz’s original eatery, Escobar Restaurant & Tapas , became mired in legal troubles after the family of the restaurant’s namesake, Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar, raised a stink. With all the legal issues settled, the Esco brand continues on in Atlanta.
When Are The Operating Hours Of Esco Seafood?
Esco Seafood is open seven days a week Monday-Sunday 11 a.m. to 3 a.m. The eatery also takes reservations. You can text Esco Seafood at 678-310-9482.
2 Chainz is presenting an upscale atmosphere with his restaurant ventures. Esco. He did pull up to Esco Seafood’s grand opening in a Sherp Pro ATV.
The rapper recently went to IG to big up Snoop for her entrepreneurial efforts. “Shoutout my girl @whoissnoop we have been really taking care of business these last couple years and are now ready to announce our newest restaurant location set to open in October @escoseafood“, he posted.
What’s On The Menu At Esco Seafood?
Esco Seafood’s menu features Fried Clam Strips, Chicken & Sausage Gumbo, Fried Oysters, Cajun Crab Claws, as well as Captain Snoop and 2 Chainz 2 of 2.
Here is a sampling of what you can order at Esco Seafood.
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Starters
- Crab Cake
- Cajun Crab Claws
- Fried Clam Strips
- Fried Catfish Nuggets
- White Wine Mussels
- Signature Charbroiled Oysters
Salads & Seasonal Soups
- Caesar Salad
- Garden Salad
- Esco Seafood Louie Salad
- Chicken & Sausage Gumbo
Signature Baskets & Buckets
- Captain Snoop: Snow Crab Legs, Shrimp & Stuffed Crab, Fries
- 2Chainz 2X2: Choose 2: Catfish, Jumbo Shrimp, Miniature Crab Cakes, Salmon, Fries
- Fisherman’s Lounge: Fried Oysters, Fried Catfish Nuggets, Fried Shrimp, Fries
Fried Seafood Baskets
- Fried Oysters
- Fried Catfish Nuggets
- Fried Shrimp
- Fried Wing Basket
- Fried Calamari
- Fried Chicken Tenders
- Esco Po’ Boy
Buckets
- Sliver Esco Seafood Bucket
- Esco Crab Bucket
- Gold Esco Seafood Bucket
- Platinum Esco Seafood Bucket
Entrees
- Lobster & Shrimp Thermidor
- Whole Fried Snapper
- Lobster Roll
- Salmon Louis
- Seafood Mac & Cheese
- Seafood Linguini
- Esco Seafood Surf & Turf
Dessert
- Cheesecake
Where Is Esco Seafood Located In Atlanta?
Esco Seafood is located at 447 Edgewood Ave, Atlanta, GA 30312. Here’s a map to help you find it.
Esco Seafood is one of the best black restaurants in Atlanta, and there are plenty others. If you like barbecue, see our list of the Best Atlanta BBQ Restaurants.
As for eateries below I-20, these Southside Atlanta restaurants have developed quite a following.The craze hasn’t escaped metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, which has seen a fast-caz explosion in recent years.
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