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Paran Homes was honored to take part in HomeAid Atlanta’s Essentials Drive to benefit charitable organizations geared toward homeless populations. As the designated charity of the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association, HomeAid Atlanta endeavors to build new lives for homeless families and individuals through housing and community outreach.  Marking its 18th year, the Essentials Drive is HomeAid’s annual community-wide drive to collect “essentials” such as diapers, baby wipes, baby food, and formula for families in need. Held annually since 2002, the Essentials Drive has collected over a million critical baby items and has assisted hundreds of moms and babies in the metro Atlanta area. From April 29 to May 7, Paran Homes hosted a collection drive at our Corporate headquarters and seven of our Atlanta communities. Our visitors really came through and we want to say THANK YOU!

In addition to our Corporate offices, the drives were hosted at Traditions of Braselton in Jefferson; Oakleigh Pointe in Dallas; The Lakes of Franklin Goldmine in Cumming; Chestnut Farms in Kennesaw; The Woods of Midvale in Tucker; Heritage Pointe in Lawrenceville; and Kingsland in Atlanta. But we didn’t do it alone. Thanks to your help and the help of volunteers at Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage; Northwest Exterminating; McMichael & Gray, PC; Ganek PC; BMC; BB&T, and many others, HomeAid was able to collect approximately 170,000 items for Atlanta’s homeless babies including diapers, baby wipes, baby food, and formula for homeless infants and toddlers. The items were delivered to nearly two dozen nonprofits that work with homeless families in time for Mother’s Day.

“A lot of people aren’t aware that 40% of Atlanta’s homeless population is families,” said Whit Marshall, CEO of Paran Homes. “Everyday essentials are something a lot of us take for granted, but for a family who is living on the streets, out of a shelter or out of their car, items like formula and baby food are incredibly vital and too often scarce. Can you imagine living in fear that you might not have enough food for your baby from one day to the next? That’s the harsh reality so many people face day in and day out. The Paran Homes team is so proud to partner with HomeAid and the organizations it serves. We’d love to see them stamp out homelessness altogether. In the meantime, we’re happy to help bring relief to families in need however we can.”

In 2016, HomeAid Atlanta designated Paran Homes its Builder of the Year. This past year, Paran Homes was proud to take part in HomeAid Atlanta’s 2018 Project Playhouse. Serving in the role of Builder Captain, we worked closely with Kennesaw State University’s Department of Construction Management Program to realize the vision of Atlanta architect, Mike Hart of the Hartwin Group. The result was a charming 10 x 8 x 10 playhouse titled “Saltbox of the Earth” and valued at $13,500. It was placed on display at Avalon’s highly visible open-air market over the holiday season where shoppers could purchase raffle tickets in hopes of winning the playhouse. The project raised nearly $5,500 to benefit the charitable organizations HomeAid serves.

From all of us at Paran Homes, we’d like to say thank you to everyone who took part in the 2019 Essentials Drive. We truly appreciate your generosity and support of this very worthy cause! For more information about HomeAid Atlanta and their other initiatives throughout the year, please visit www.homeaidatlanta.org.

Spring is in the air and before long, farmers markets will begin popping up all over town. Whether you’re a foodie, a health-conscious cook or a champion of shopping local, farmers markets are an excellent way to meet your neighbors. Relax and spend some time picking up some produce and other locally sourced goods. Show your support for local farmers this weekend.

If you’re in search of the home of your dreams and access to great farmers markets is important to you, you might want to plan your house hunting trips around farmers market days. Then, you can get a feel for the local flavor, tour homes in a nearby neighborhood or two, and go home with some great farm-fresh finds. In the event that you’re particularly drawn to the innovatively planned interiors and expertly crafted exteriors by Paran Homes, you should plan your next domicile daytrip around one or more of the following farmers markets near a number of our metro Atlanta communities.

Chestnut Farms

(Kennesaw/Cobb County): Showcasing beautiful new homes in Kennesaw priced from the low $400s, Chestnut Farms offers its residents access to excellent schools, three acres of greenspace surrounding a tranquil pond at the heart of the community, convenience to the shops and eateries of The Avenue at West Cobb, and close proximity to the Kennesaw Farmers Market – which takes place at Depot Park every Monday from 3:30 – 7:30 p.m. between May 6-August 26, 2019 (closed May 27 and July 1). Additional farmers markets are hosted at the Marietta Square on Saturdays year-round from 9 a.m. to noon and on Sundays (May-October) noon to 3 p.m.

Heritage Pointe

(Lawrenceville/Gwinnett County): While there is not currently a traditional open-air farmers market near Heritage Pointe and its stunning collection of new homes in Lawrenceville – starting in the $270s, there is a Sprouts Farmers Market located at 1250 Scenic Highway in the Shoppes at Webb Gin, Nam Dae Mun Farmers Market located at 850 Dogwood Road  and a Super H Mart located at 2700 Lawrenceville Suwanee Road in nearby Suwanee. Instead of being seasonally based, these farmers markets offer regular hours throughout the year along with fresh produce, meat, seafood and more!

Kingsland

(Atlanta/Fulton County): Near one of our newest communities and its lovely new homes in College Park, the variety of farmers markets available to Kingsland residents is somewhat astounding. Fairburn Farmers Market – located at 15 SW Broad Street in Fairburn – is within 8 miles of the community and boasts live entertainment along with fresh fruits and veggies, honey, spices, organic meats, farm fresh eggs, goat milk, homemade pastries, and homemade jams. It’s open to the public every Friday from May 31 through August 16 from 5 to 8 p.m. Also within a 17-mile drive of the community are the Georgia Grown Welcome Center/Atlanta State Farmers Market (offering an astounding 150 acres of local farm products) and East Point Farmers Market and Food Truck Court – just for starters.

Magnolia Court

(Marietta/Cobb County): With 2018 marking Marietta Square Farmers Market’s best year to date, Magnolia Court residents can bank on this year being even bigger and better. Featuring an average of 65 vendors each week, this weekly market (twice-weekly seasonally) boasts everything from fruits and veggies to local honey and herbal soaps. The Marietta Square Farmers Market is open on Saturdays year-round from 9 a.m. to noon and on Sundays (May-October) noon to 3 p.m.

Established in 1834, this farmers market is just one of MANY exciting draws to this area – which is resplendent with history, unique boutiques, award-winning eateries, family-friendly events and so much more. If you’re looking for a new home in Marietta, be sure to add Paran Homes’ Magnolia Court and its gorgeous homes priced from the high $400s to your list of stops.

Oakleigh Pointe

(Dallas/Paulding County): Featuring resort-quality amenities and new homes in Dallas priced from the high $200’s, Oakleigh Pointe offers another exciting draw… its convenience to the Dallas Farmers Market. Hosted every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon between April 20 through September 28, the Dallas Farmers Market is located at 160 Confederate Ave near Dallas City Hall. In addition to fresh produce, the Dallas Farmers Market also showcases handmade crafts.

Seaboard Junction

(Loganville/Gwinnett County): Want to know what’s just as awesome as a farmers market? A working farm within two miles of your front door! Residents of Seaboard Junction are right up the road from Washington Farms, a family-owned and operated farm that offers strawberry picking from mid-April through mid-June. It’s open 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday but check their website for picking conditions before you go. For year-round shopping, there’s also a Sprouts Farmers Market within 6 miles of the community at 1250 Scenic Hwy in the Shoppes at Webb Gin in Lawrenceville. Featuring new homes in Loganville priced from the high $200s, Seaboard Junction is now open to pre-sales.

Sweetwater Landing

(Powder Springs/Cobb County): Showcasing beautiful new homes in Powder Springs priced from the high $200s, Sweetwater Landing also offers its residents access to a farmers market within 7 miles of the community. Austell International Farmers Market – located at 3565 Austell Road – is open year-round and housed indoors. It specializes in authentic, regional, fresh, and seasonal produce sold by farmers and makers direct to consumers at a central location. It also features international goods, seafood and more!

The Lakes of Franklin Goldmine

(Cumming/Forsyth County): In addition to family-friendly amenities and gorgeous new homes in Cumming priced from the mid $300s, The Lakes of Franklin Goldmine also offers its residents close proximity to the Cumming Farmers Market, located in the parking lot of the Cumming Fairgrounds at 235 Castleberry Road. The Cumming Farmers Market features fresh vegetables, sausage, pork, beef, handmade soap, crafts, bread, pies, boiled peanuts, and other items. Typically open on Wednesday and Saturday mornings throughout the summer. At the time of this article’s publication, the Cumming Farmers Market had not yet published Summer 2019 hours. Check their website or Facebook page for the latest updates.

Traditions of Braselton

(Jefferson/Jackson County): Poised between the Main Street Charm of both historic Braselton and downtown Jefferson, Traditions of Braselton residents get to benefit from not just one but TWO farmers markets nearby. Hosted at 9924 Davis Street on the backside of the iconic Braselton Bros Department Store, the Braselton Farmers Market is held every Friday in June, July and the first 3 weeks of August, and on the 3rd Friday September through November from 4-7 p.m. Additional months may be added (weather permitting).

Jefferson Farmers Market is hosted on the Jefferson Square and is typically held every Saturday 8am-12pm, June through September. At the time of publication, the 2019 schedule had not yet been released, so check back with their website. If you’re in search of a new home in Jefferson, GA and looking for a superlative lifestyle-centric community, be sure to add Traditions of Braselton to your list of stops. You’ll love the amazing amenities and easy access to both of these farmers market.

Happy House Hunting from your friends at Paran Homes!

Regional Builder to Host HomeAid Essentials Drive at Seven Atlanta Communities and Corporate Office April 29 through May 7, 2019

Paran Homes is proud to team up with the amazing folks at HomeAid Atlanta to provide much-needed relief to homeless babies, toddlers and their moms in time for Mother’s Day. Marking its 18^th year, the Essentials Drive is HomeAid’s annual community-wide drive to collect “essentials” such as diapers, baby wipes, baby food and formula for families in need. Held annually since 2002, the Essentials Drive has collected over a million critical baby items and has assisted hundreds of moms and babies in the metro Atlanta area. From all of us here at Paran Homes, we ask you to dig deep, go shopping, and then drop off your donations at the sales office or model home in one of seven communities through Metro Atlanta between April 29-May 7, 2019. We will also be accepting donations at our Corporate Office.

“Families come in all shapes and sizes, from a wide variety of backgrounds, with different sets of needs,” said Whit Marshall, CEO of Paran Homes. “Families are at the heart of everything we do at Paran Homes. Many of our team members have families of their own. It pains us all to think that there are mothers out there who aren’t sure where their baby’s next meal is coming from or where they might be sleeping that night. Being given basic, but sometimes costly essentials like diapers and formula could go a long way in making Mother’s Day a little happiers for homeless families in need throughout the Metro Atlanta community. We are truly honored to partner with HomeAid Atlanta on this effort.”

Suggested Items to Donate During the HomeAid Essentials Drive:

• Diapers (size 1 to 5)
• Pull-ups (size 4 & 5)
• Baby wipes
• Baby food (stage one to toddler)
• Formula
• Baby laundry detergent
• Gift cards (ex. Target or Walmart)

Paran Homes’ Communities Participating in the HomeAid Essentials Drive:

• Traditions of Braselton – 401 Delaperriere Loop, Jefferson, GA 30549 – Discovery Center Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00 am- 6:00 pm; Sun 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
• Oakleigh Pointe – 96 Oakleigh Pointe Drive, Dallas, GA 30157 – Sales Center Hours: Mon-Sat: 10am- 6pm; Sun: 1pm – 6pm
• The Lakes of Franklin Goldmine – 5610 Horsebarn Court, Cumming, GA 30028 – Sales Center Hours: Mon-Sat: 10am- 6pm; Sun: 1pm – 6pm
• Chestnut Farms – 825 Mars Hill Rd., Kennesaw, GA 30152 – Sales Center Hours: Sun-Mon: 1 pm-6pm; Tues-Sat: 10am-6pm
• The Woods of Midvale – 3686 Midvale Road, Tucker, GA 30084 – Sales Center Hours: By Appointment Only
• Heritage Pointe – 1547 Weatherbrook Circle, Lawrenceville, GA 30043 – Sales Center Hours: Mon-Sat: 10am- 6pm; Sun: 1pm – 6pm
• Kingsland – 3388 Amhurst Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30349 – Sales Center Hours: By Appointment Only
• Paran Homes’ Corporate Office – 3005 Breckinridge Blvd., Suite 200, Duluth, GA 30096 – Office Hours: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Donated items must be new and in their original packaging. All items collected will be distributed to local nonprofit organizations serving homeless families and children. Monetary donations can also be made directly to HomeAid Atlanta at www.homeaidatlanta.org. For your convenience, HomeAid has online baby registries at Amazon and Target, as well. You can look them up at Amazon.com/baby-reg OR Target.com/gift-registry – First Name: HomeAid | Last Name: Atlanta. Thank you in advance for your generosity and support of this very worthy cause! For more information about HomeAid Atlanta and their other initiatives throughout the year, please visit www.homeaidatlanta.org.  To learn more about Paran Homes, please visit www.paranhomes.com.

Now that Spring is officially underway, savings are “in bloom” at one of Paran Homes’ Metro Atlanta communities – The Lakes of Franklin Goldmine in the City of Cumming. For a limited time, Paran Homes is including up to $15,000* in Spring savings – which comprises up to $10,000 to use “Any Way You Want” from ordering blinds and appliances through our Design Center to discount points and rate buy-down for added savings on your new Paran home. Spring Savings also include up to $5,000 in Closing Costs with an approved lender. As if that’s not incentive enough to allure you and all other prospective homebuyers to this stunning Forsyth County community, here are some additional draws to The Lakes of Franklin Goldmine…

• Situated in one of the fastest growing counties in the nation!
• Homes in The Lakes of Franklin Goldmine start in the mid-$300’s and range in size from over 2600 square feet to nearly 3900 square feet, offering anywhere from three to five bedrooms and two to five and a half bathrooms
• Beautiful model home open to the public to tour
• Excellent amenity package that includes a swimming pool and clubhouse, lighted tennis courts, community firepit and playground
• Access to the highly touted Forsyth County school system
• Low Forsyth County taxes
• Convenience to GA 400
• Close proximity to Lake Lanier
• Fantastic network of family-friendly parks boast everything from walking and equestrian trails to skate and dog parks to boat ramps and a state-of-the-art aquatic center
• Dining in and around Cumming, shopping at The Collection at Forsyth and bargain hunting at the North Georgia Premium Outlets
• And so much MORE!

Featured properties for this promotion at The Lakes of Franklin Goldmine include:

Homesite 30 – 5965 Hidden Ridge Court: Priced at $444,787 and showcasing the Woodbury floor plan, this gorgeous 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom move-in ready home features a two-story great room, chef-inspired kitchen, sprawling owners’ retreat, full daylight basement and more bells and whistles than we could possibly list here!

Homesite 63 – 6010 Winding Lakes Drive: Priced at $427,916 and set upon a private wooded lot, the highlights of this stunning 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom move-in ready home include an expansive owner’s suite, three-car garage, full daylight basement and all of the many attributes of the popular Fayette floor plan by Paran Homes.

A number of additional homes – at various stages of construction – also qualify for these exciting incentives from Paran Homes. To tour the community and available homes at The Lakes of Franklin Goldmine, interested homebuyers and real estate professionals are encouraged to visit before these opportunities disappear.  Sales center hours are Monday-Saturday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm and Sunday 1:00 – 6:00 pm. To get to The Lakes of Franklin Goldmine from Atlanta, take GA 400 North to Exit 13. Take a left off the exit and travel 6.4 miles on Bethelview Road. Turn left onto GA Hwy 20 and travel approximately 2.7 miles to Franklin Goldmine Rd. on right. Travel an additional mile and the community will be on the left. For GPS users, the sales center is located at 5610 Horsebarn Court in Cumming. To learn more about The Lakes of Franklin Goldmine and other Paran Homes communities throughout Metro Atlanta, please visit www.paranhomes.com.

* Restrictions apply, offer can be withdrawn at any time. See onsite sales consultant for further details. Prices and specifications subject to change without prior notice.

Paran Homes Welcomes Buyers to Tour Available Inventory Homes and New Professionally Designed Model Home at Forsyth County Single-Family Home Community

Duluth, Ga, February 1, 2019 – Regional home builder – Paran Homes – gets a jump on Spring with six inventory homes at The Lakes of Franklin Goldmine in Cumming. All six homes are projected to be move-in ready by March 2019 – a terrific option for Metro Atlanta buyers seeking a quick closing. With Spring’s arrival on March 20, the Forsyth County community could have several new families moving in to host the first backyard barbecues of the season. Homes in The Lakes of Franklin Goldmine start in the mid-$300’s and range in size from over 2600 square feet to nearly 3900 square feet, offering anywhere from three to five bedrooms and two to five and a half bathrooms.

“With communities like The Lakes of Franklin Goldmine, it’s really no wonder why Forsyth County is one of the fastest growing counties in the nation,” said Michael Rosenberg, President of Paran Homes. “It’s been an exciting six months at the community with the debut of two new floor plans and the grand opening of the new professionally decorated model home. In addition to beautiful expertly crafted homes in a scenic setting, Franklin Goldmine offers an excellent amenity package that includes a swimming pool and clubhouse, lighted tennis courts, community firepit and playground. Homeowners here are also afforded access to the highly touted Forsyth County school system, low Forsyth County taxes, convenience to GA 400, close proximity to Lake Lanier and so much more. Depending on which inventory home they choose, there may still be time for buyers to select some of the interior finishes for their home at the Paran Homes Design Center – but they’ll need to hurry. We’re currently offering $10,000 in design options to buyers who select homes under construction.”

A fantastic network of family-friendly parks in the area boast everything from walking and equestrian trails to skate and dog parks to boat ramps and a state-of-the-art aquatic center. For adventures of an entirely different sort, Franklin Goldmine residents can enjoy dining in and around Cumming, shopping at The Collection at Forsyth and bargain hunting at the North Georgia Premium Outlets.

Metro Atlanta home buyers who wish to learn more about The Lakes of Franklin Goldmine and sneak a peek at available homes are encouraged to visit https://www.paranhomes.com/communities/georgia/atlanta/forsyth/franklin-goldmine/. Of course, the best way to get a true sense of which home might prove the ideal fit for one’s family is to visit the community in person. To get to The Lakes of Franklin Goldmine from Atlanta, take GA 400 North to Exit 13. Take a left off the exit and travel 6.4 miles on Bethelview Road. Turn left onto GA Hwy 20 and travel approximately 2.7 miles to Franklin Goldmine Rd. on right. Travel an additional mile and the community will be on the left. For GPS users, the sales center is located at 5610 Horsebarn Court in Cumming. Sales center hours are Monday-Saturday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm and Sunday 1:00 – 6:00 pm. To learn more about other Paran Homes communities throughout Metro Atlanta, please visit www.paranhomes.com.

About Paran Homes:  Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Metro Atlanta, Paran Homes boasts beautifully crafted homes and imaginative communities in some of the Southeast’s hottest housing markets. With a presence throughout Metro Atlanta, as well as in and Nashville, TN, Paran Homes seeks to build houses of uncompromised quality while delivering a stellar customer service experience – from the first community visit to closing. To match the needs and wishes of today’s home buyers, the placement of Paran Homes communities is based on access to great schools, major thoroughfares/interstates, local shopping, dining and entertainment. Beyond the allure of its homes and community locations, many Paran neighborhoods feature resort-like amenities including pools, walking trails, and clubhouses. To learn more about Paran Homes, view available homes and discover current communities throughout the Southeast, visit www.paranhomes.com.

The holiday season is officially upon us! Whether you are fortunate enough to already live in a Paran Homes community or a new home is on your holiday wish list and you plan to visit a Paran Homes community, you might want to add one or more of the holiday happenings listed below to your agenda. We often recommend a memorable adventure out in the surrounding area to our home buyers so they can get a true taste of what it might be like to live in one of our communities. This time of year, why not make your house hunting trip festive and fun?

Living or House Hunting in Metro Atlanta? Be sure to check out one or more of these seasonal-centric events:

Winter Wonderland Marietta: If you live in or plan to visit Chestnut Farms in Kennesaw or Oakleigh Pointe in Dallas this holiday season, you may want to make the short trek over to the iconic Marietta Square for Winter Wonderland Marietta. Nearly an entire month has been dedicated to the celebration of the season with caroling, live performances from local talent, story time, candlelight shopping on the Square, pictures with Santa, the lighting of the menorah, nativity scene on the Square and more. Most of the festivities will take place in Glover Park.

Holiday Shows at the Aurora Theatre: If you live in or plan to visit Heritage Pointe in Lawrenceville, you may want to purchase tickets to see a performance of several holiday-themed stage plays at this award-winning theatre. The line up of plays include A Christmas Carol (on stage through 12/22), This Wonderful Life (a charming adaptation of It’s a Wonderful Life – on stage through 12/23) and Reindeer Games (on stage through 12/30). While you’re there, you may want to pop by the Historic Lawrenceville Courthouse for visits and photos with Santa before or after the show.

Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Georgia: If you live in or plan to visit Sweetwater Landing in Powder Springs, you may want to allow a little extra time to pop by Six Flags Over Georgia for what they have declared as the “most wonderful time of the year.” Happening now through January 6, 2019 on select days, Holiday in the Park showcases many of the popular rides that you know and love paired with sparkling lights, festive shows, special treats like s’mores and hot chocolate, and – of course – the occasional appearance from the Jolly Old Elf himself.

Christmas in Cumming at the Cumming Fairgrounds: If you live in or plan to visit The Lakes of Franklin Goldmine in Cumming, there are a number of dates with which you may wish your visit dates to coincide. On 12/7-8, The Christmas in Cumming Arts & Crafts Festival takes over the Cumming Fairgrounds from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. presenting a great way to purchase original and unique gifts for anyone on your list. On 12/15 at 5 p.m., the Cumming Christmas Parade begins. Following the same route as the city’s 4th of July parade, the Christmas installment will end at the Fairgrounds with a huge Christmas festival and visits with Santa. Lastly, there will be plenty of chances to show off your ice skating skills now through January 7, 2019 at the Winter Wonderland in Cumming Rink at the Fairgrounds.

Stone Mountain Christmas: If you live in or plan to visit The Woods of Midvale in Tucker, you should definitely include Stone Mountain Park in your evening! Once the sun goes down, millions of dazzling lights go up on a truly stunning Christmas celebration that includes festive music, spectacular shows, a nightly tree lighting and Christmas Parade with appearances by Santa Claus AND the Snow Angel. Be sure to pop by the 4D theater for an immersive screening of The Polar Express and climb aboard the Scenic Railroad for a musical and magical ride around the mountain. If you plan to visit during the day, take advantage of the rare occurrence of SNOW in Atlanta thanks to Snow Mountain – offering a 400-foot snow-covered tubing hill and enormous snowy play area for building snowmen and igloos to your heart’s content.

Christmas Feast at Chateau Elan: If you live in or plan to visit Traditions of Braselton in Jefferson, there are a number of festivities to include in your holiday season house hunting trip. You could make the trip over to Lanier Islands for the famed Magical Nights of Lights and License to Chill Snow Island, you could hit the brand-new skating Rink at Mall of Georgia ORRRRR you could plan to spend your Christmas Eve or Christmas Day dining on decadent fare at the renowned resort and winery – Chateau Elan.

Living or House Hunting in the Greater Nashville Area? Be sure to check out one or more of these seasonal-centric events:

A Country Christmas at Gaylord Opryland Resort: If you live in or plan to visit South Haven, Stewart Creek Farms or Villages of Berkshire in Murfreesboro, you may want to make the drive over to Nashville to visit the beautifully bedecked Opryland Resort and Convention Center. This time of year, a beloved tradition for countless families throughout the South is to tour the interior of the opulent atrium, as well as the surrounding grounds to marvel at more than three million twinkling lights and festive décor, an indoor winter wonderland boasting more than 2 million pounds of ice and an indoor skating rink. Don’t miss your chance to catch a performance of Cirque Dreams Holidaze.

Happiest of Holiday Wishes to You and Yours from Paran Homes! 

We Look Forward to Seeing YOU Soon!