Home + Design

Call in the Pros

Meet Tiffany Strawbridge, Owner CR3 American Exteriors Article by Alpharetta City Lifestyle staff For homeowners looking to invest wisely in home repairs and renovations, what are the tell-tale signs that it's time to call a pro? Investing in home repairs at the right time can save you money and prevent costly damage. Here’s when to bring in a professional: • Roofing – Missing shingles, leaks, or granules in your gutters suggest roof aging and potential water damage. • Gutters – Sagging...

Shopping

5 Tips

Finding a Tax Pro Article by Alpharetta City Lifestyle staff When using a tax return preparer, taxpayers should look for someone LOCAL. And, according to our friends at the IRS, these other considerations are tops. Availability and creds:  Look for a preparer who's available year-round in case questions come up after filing season is over. Understand the preparer's credentials and qualifications and review their history for complaints or disciplinary actions. Consistent service fees:  Ask...

Home + Design

In With Softness

L Reaves Interiors finds beauty in subtlety. Article by Corinne Cummings | Photography by Catrina Maxwell | CatMax Photography L Reaves Interiors is a boutique design firm based in Johns Creek. They specialize in renovations for clients in all stages of life, from young families to empty nesters. They’re passionate about designing homes that are as functional as they are beautiful, and accomplish this by getting to know their clients and how they live. Principal designer Lyn Reaves walks us...

Food + Beverage

A Cuppa Community

Article by Aleks Kapett | Photography by Kapett Collective Coffee isn’t just a drink—it’s a ritual, a gathering point. Really it’s the sole reason half of us are still alive. In Alpharetta though, that ritual takes place at Valor Coffee. What started as a mobile espresso bar fueled by a Kickstarter campaign has grown into a local favorite, now with two brick-and-mortar locations in Alpharetta and Dunwoody. But what makes Valor special isn’t just the coffee—it’s the people behind the counter...