Author: Tee Johnson

Kick off Mother’s Day Weekend by enjoying a stage play featuring super mom and CEO (Gagnant Media) Michelle Taylor Willis, as she debuts as the lead in Never Play With A Woman’s Heart.

The dramatic play is directed by producer and actor Dana S. Hubbard. The show has already enjoyed widespread success in other markets, with consecutive sold-out shows.

Never Play With A Woman’s Heart features a cast of professional actors, including Andre Pitre (Tyler Perry’s “I Don’t Want To Do Wrong,” and David E. Talbert’s “Love in the Nick of Tyme,”) and Atlanta’s own, Michelle Taylor Willis.

The show tells the story of Myles Stewart (Andre Pitre), a newly-released convict who’s made a deal with the devil, Courtney Dennis (Tasha René), the vengeful assistant warden responsible for getting 10 years shaved off his prison sentence. Being caught in a web of lies, lust, and betrayal, will he break free from her reign, or will he learn that the aged-old adage still holds true—that you should “Never, ever play with a woman’s heart”?

Where To See Never Play With a Woman’s Heart In Atlanta

You can come see Never Play With a Woman’s Heart May 11-14, 2023 at the Southwest Arts Center in South Fulton, Georgia.

Single tickets range from $40 to $45 and are available for purchase online at danashubbardpresents.com.

Where Is The Southwest Arts Center Located?

The Southwest Arts Center is located at 915 New Hope Road SW, Atlanta, GA 30331. Here’s a map to help you find it.

Final Word

Stage plays and other entertainment productions are part and parcel when you come to Atlanta. The film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.

Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls

If you’re moving to Georgia, for a new job maybe or for business, one of the first things that would come to your mind is- whether to buy a home or rent one? It’s a complex question, and for many reasons. Financially, for instance, you need to think it through and take your time, because buying a house isn’t the same as buying a new pair or jeans or shoes. A house
demands a massive investment, even if you are taking a home loan.

On one hand, you could think that renting a house is economical and hassle-free. On the other hand, you could read about Atlanta 2023 housing outlook and think that buying one at least ensures your money is going into a valuable asset that you can sell down the road to reap profits and secure a comfortable retirement. To help you get out of this difficult dilemma, we need to take a closer look at the benefits of renting vs owning a house in Georgia: 

Pros of Buying a Home in Georgia

The following are some of the main reasons you should buy a home instead of renting one: Real Estate Collateral Just like the stock market and commodities market, the real estate market goes through ups and downs. However, if we look at the long-term trends, it shows that real estate investments generally grow over time. Many financial experts believe that real estate investments are safe and give good returns when held for a long term. Furthermore, you can increase your home equity even if you have bought a home through a home loan. When your equity ownership in the house increases to 20%, you can leverage it to refinance your home or make home improvements.

Tax Benefits

Certain tax benefits are available to homeowners and not renters. For instance, when you purchase a home, you can deduct the mortgage interest and property income from your taxable income. This benefit is called mortgage loan interest deduction. If your home qualifies as a homestead, you can also get a reduction in the property taxes you are required to pay.

Full Control

As the owner of the house, you’re free to do whatever you want with it. You can repaint the
rooms, install new lighting fixtures, upgrade appliances, and more. You don’t have to take
permission from anyone, and not have to worry about any landlord interfering with your
private life. You can make the house truly your own and live freely.

Additional Income

An owned property can also be leveraged as a secondary source of income. You can move out of the house and then rent it on Airbnb or some other online marketplace. You can also choose to live in the house and rent out a room or an entire floor if you don’t have the need for it. Depending on your location and property’s condition, you can make decent money out of this. If you want a ballpark figure, you can also use a Airbnb calculator. There are many of these on the Internet.  

• Pros of Renting a Home in Georgia 

 There are many benefits of renting a house also. These are:

• Easy to move

You don’t have to make a long-term commitment when you rent a home. You have to live in the property only till the lease expires. When that takes place, you’re free to move to a new property or a new city entirely. So, it’s a lot easier to move into a rented property compared to a purchased property. 

• No maintenance hassles

When you live in a rental home, you don’t have to bear the responsibility of maintenance and repairs for the most part. It’s your landlord who has to take care of all this. You don’t have to apply for new utility connections with the government, nor do you need to worry about everything being up to code. You just live in the house and go about your life. 

• Small financial burden

If you’re on a limited budget, then renting a house is far easier than buying a home. This is because, to move into a rented home, you just need to make a refundable security deposit, and pay broker’s fees (although you can save this too by doing house hunting yourself and contacting the landlord directly). You may have to buy renters insurance though, which is generally good for you anyway. Renters insurance is not required by law in Georgia, but your landlord might specificaly require it.

• No concerns of depreciating property value

With fully-owned property, you have to deal with real estate market uncertainties. It’s a real possibility that the house you buy loses its value over time and you have to sell it at a loss. Since a rented home is not an investment, you don’t need to worry about crashing the real estate market or return on your payments. 

• Easy to move around

As mentioned earlier, a purchased home is a serious commitment. You can’t expect to move again after you move into the property. So, it can be really difficult if after moving you don’t like the place, maybe because of unruly neighbors, local crime rates, traffic or any other reason. On the other hand, if you live in a rented home, you can easily and frequently change your location as per your needs.

Bottom Line

Georgia is one of the most beautiful US states where opportunities and the nicest people galore. How can you not love the southern hospitality and southern cuisine here? That said, your location will play a big role in your overall experience. So, compare all your options based on your budget and requirements, and apply the information we’ve shared above. It will surely make the process a lot easier. Good luck!