Georgia Living

In this episode of the Georgia Living Podcast, Chris and Céline recap their recent family trip to Savannah during St. Patrick's Day, share what it's really like traveling with kids, and highlight must-see spots like Forsyth Park and River Street. They also dive into what's happening around Cobb County this spring, from local festivals to community events, and wrap up with a real estate segment foc...

In Episode 52 of Georgia Living , Chris and Céline Evans share a little family life, a little community news, and a real look at today's Metro Atlanta real estate market. They open with stories from home, including the kids' beacon testing, bedtime battles, and a recent push toward healthier habits through better sleep and simpler food choices. From there, they cover several local stories making w...

In this episode of Georgia Living , Chris and Céline Evans announce that the podcast is officially moving to a bi-weekly format as spring business picks up and client demand continues to increase. They share how busy the start of 2026 has already become, with buyer consults, seller consults, rentals turning over, and multiple homes in motion.  They also highlight a new listing in Dallas, Georgia a...

Two weeks of cold weather in Georgia brought plenty of warnings, preparation, and a whole lot of anticipation. In Episode 50 of the Georgia Living Podcast , Chris and Céline Evans break down what really happened across Marietta and Cobb County, why some areas were hit harder than others, and how Southern winters create their own unique challenges. This episode dives into homeowner tips for prevent...

A big cold snap rolled through Metro Atlanta and reminded everyone why "a little prep" can turn into a lot of peace of mind. We break down the storm recap, what we did to prepare, and which items mattered most (portable generator, battery backup, lighting, and keeping supplies in one place). We also talk about how differently outages can hit depending on where you live—and why it pays to plan even...

Georgia might be staring down a rare snow day, so we're leaning into it with a list of fun, very Georgia ways to make the most of it. We also share a little "winter reset" energy from our house purge (yes, The Purge… with alarms). Then we shift into local news: Kiwanis Club of Marietta scholarship applications are open right now, HOA reform is gaining momentum at the Capitol, Acworth just opened i...

In Episode 47 of Georgia Living , Chris and Céline Evans cover a wide mix of family milestones, community highlights, and local news shaping life here in Cobb County and beyond. The episode opens with a family update, including the completion of a go-kart project and a meaningful service milestone: collecting 46.5 pounds of pop tabs for the Ronald McDonald House. It's a reminder that small efforts...

In this first episode of 2026, Chris and Céline Evans kick off the new year with family updates, local events, and a deep dive into Metro Atlanta real estate market trends. They break down December 2025 market data across Cobb County, Cherokee County, and the greater FMLS area, explaining what price stability, rising inventory, and longer days on market actually mean for buyers and sellers heading...

Step away from the serious stuff and join us for a lighthearted holiday special on Georgia Living 🎄 In this short bonus episode, Chris and Céline go head-to-head in a friendly game of holiday trivia covering everything from Christmas traditions and classic movies to surprising song origins and local holiday favorites right here in Metro Atlanta. No real estate deep dives, no heavy market talk. Ju...

The holidays are in full swing on Georgia Living . Chris and Céline share family updates, explain the difference between a Yankee Swap and a White Elephant gift exchange, and break down Victorian-inspired decorating tips that make entertaining easier year-round. They also cover East Cobb local news, including a zoning variance update, mail theft at the East Cobb Post Office, winter water main brea...

Please subscribe and share for local insights in Cobb and Cherokee Counties! The holidays are in full swing and the Evans home is buzzing again. Céline and Clare have returned from Japan, the kids are all in on Christmas mode, and Chris has officially learned how to weld — a dangerous new skill put to use as the family's go-kart project enters its final stretch. But today's episode doesn't stop at...

This week, Chris and Céline recap a deeply meaningful Veterans Day weekend, including a surprise Quilt of Valor presentation to Victor Higgins, the Veterans Day Parade in Marietta, and the Field of Flags installation in Roswell. They shift into Thanksgiving mode—sharing New England vs. Southern holiday traditions, fun childhood memories, why Chris wants a giant cornucopia, and the great debate of...

Halloween collided with a home football game, Kiwanis topped up the diaper drive, we discovered Smyrna's North Cooper Lake Park (kid-friendly bike skills loops!), and we unpack Cobb 101 + SPLOST basics. We also share why Santa at Phipps is an ATL tradition worth booking early, and we cover October's market snapshot for Cobb & Cherokee with practical winter strategies for buyers and sellers. Chapte...

In this episode of Georgia Living, Céline and Chris shine a light on Woodland Cove in Woodstock, a peaceful swim and tennis community of mostly single-story homes built by Pulte in 2014–2015. We cover what to know about HOAs, typical rental caps, and how communities like this fit into today's downsizing trend without age-restricted deed rules. We also run through upcoming Veterans Day plans, inclu...

In this episode of Georgia Living , Chris and Céline catch up after a busy week filled with conference chaos, cooler fall weather, and opening weekend for hunting season. They share laughs from family moments on the road (including a diaper emergency in Savannah!) before diving into community efforts like the Cobb Diaper Day drive — helping local families in need with donations through Sellect Rea...

In this episode of Georgia Living , Chris and Céline dive into a mix of family stories, community updates, and local history. From Japanese school sports day to pest control tips, genealogy surprises, and a deep look at the city of Kennesaw, this episode connects life, learning, and community in the heart of Cobb County. The pair share laughter over field day traditions, offer practical advice for...

In this episode of the Georgia Living Podcast , Chris and Céline Evans welcome fall in Georgia with a mix of family updates, community news, and an in-depth look at the Cobb and Cherokee County real-estate markets. They talk about mountain biking at Sope Creek and Blankets Creek, the latest zoning and school updates , and local community events including: Cobb Diaper Day Drive:  Donate diapers to...

If you love Marietta, this episode is for you. In Episode 36 of Georgia Living Podcast , we're celebrating everything that makes our hometown shine — from community leaders and local events to history and lifestyle. We'll take you inside the Strand Theatre's 90th anniversary, revisit Marietta's role in the Great Locomotive Chase, and share some practical October homeowner tips you can use right no...

This week on Georgia Living , we're celebrating Constitution Week and the freedoms it represents. We take you to the heart of Marietta Square , where a reproduction Liberty Bell—cast by London's legendary Whitechapel Bell Foundry , the same makers of the original Liberty Bell and Big Ben—has stood since the Bicentennial of 1976. We'll share the fascinating history of the foundry, the story of how...

From weeping statues to an elevator that "opens" onto a Civil War ward—this Halloween episode takes you inside Cobb County's most haunted corners with rich storytelling, real history, and can't-miss October events. We count down the Top 10 Haunted Places in Cobb (Kennesaw House, St. James' Mary Meinert, Concord Covered Bridge, Brawner Hall, the Old Mill, and more), then bring it home with a practi...

On this week's Georgia Living , Celine and Chris cover Cobb County's latest housing stats and why they matter in the bigger economy—from the lock-in effect to rising months' supply—plus a full rundown of September events (East Cobber Parade, North Georgia State Fair, Cool Cars & Cops, and more). We also preview a coming-soon 4BR ranch in Bethlehem and demystify buydowns, HELOCs, cash-out refis, AR...

Cobb County life—from courthouse corridors to cul-de-sacs. Chris and Céline Evans sit down with mortgage pro Rob Doerr (E Home Loan Advisors, Roswell) to unpack what today's rates mean for buyers and homeowners, why escrows adjust when property taxes jump, and how families are still moving up even in a 6–7% rate world. Plus: a peek inside Cobb 101 (citizens government academy), electronic-sniffing...

Chris & Céline Evans bring you another week of Georgia Living Podcast , your go-to Cobb County local podcast for community stories, family updates, sports, and real estate insights. This week we share our family update (including the best thing Céline cooked), preview Cobb County high school football games, and highlight some of the biggest upcoming events: the East Cobber Parade & Festival , Nort...

This week on Georgia Living , Chris and Céline Evans share family updates as the kids head back to school, with James joining the mountain biking team and the girls settling in to Elementary School again. We talk about setting up strong back-to-school routines, preview the full schedule of opening-week high school football matchups, celebrate Cobb County's Teacher of the Year Amanda Dillard at Pop...

Georgia Living Podcast: Episode 29 – Back from Hiatus: Alaska Adventures, Local Traditions, and Real Estate Insights Episode Overview: Chris and Céline Evans are back after an eventful summer break filled with family adventures in Alaska, humorous anecdotes, and insights into local traditions. They share their unique Fourth of July experience at an internationally renowned car-launching event in G...