Moving to Atlanta: Your Essential Relocation Guide

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MOVING TO ATLANTA YOUR ESSENTIAL GUIDE
Quick tips to help you plan, relocate, and settle
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COST OF LIVING

• Housing Midtown costs more but shortens
  commutes suburban areas can save you money.
• Utilities Hot summers mean higher air
  conditioning bills. Mild winters lower heating
  costs.
• Groceries Dining Wide variety, from
  farm-to-table to local diners.
• Transportation Factor in gas or MARTA fares.

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WEATHER
Summer High heat and humidity (90F). Winter
Short, mild, with rare snow or ice. Spring
Fall Pleasant temperatures, colorful foliage.
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TAXES

• State Income Tax Up to 5.75.
• Sales Tax Around 8.9, varies by county.
• Property Taxes Depends on locationcheck local
  rates.

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NEIGHBORHOODS
Midtown Artsy, walkable, near museums and parks.
Buckhead Upscale shopping, active nightlife.
Virginia-Highland Tree-lined, small shops, cozy
homes.
Old Fourth Ward Historic, new breweries, access
to the BeltLine.
Westside Industrial-chic lofts, trendy eateries.
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TRANSPORTATION
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Driving Heavy traffic during rush hours.
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MARTA Trains and buses link major areas.
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Ride-Sharing Uber and Lyft are common.
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BeltLine Trails Great for walking or biking.
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HOUSING MARKET
Competitive Good homes lease or sell fast.
Variety Single-family homes, condos, and
townhouses.
Tips Check school zones, property taxes, and HOA
fees.
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JOB MARKET
Corporate Giants Delta, Coca-Cola, UPS, Home
Depot.
Tech Startups Thriving in Midtown, Westside.
Film TV Hollywood of the South for
production jobs.
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PROS CONS
Pros
Vibrant culture, green spaces, relatively lower
costs, welcoming vibe.
Cons
Heavy traffic, limited public transit range, hot
summers, rising prices in popular areas.
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BEFORE YOU MOVE
Make a budget
Visit neighborhoods
Plan commute
Transfer utilities
Explore healthcare and schools
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FUN FACTS

• MLKs birthplace
• City in a forest due to its tree cover
• Birthplace of Coca-Cola
• Frequent filming location
• Passionate sports culture

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CONTACT US
17329404200 contactus_at_movers.com www.movers.com 1
596 US Highway 130, North Brunswick NJ 08902
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