Education

Pro Move

When (and When Not) to Convert to a Roth IRA Article by Ryan Snover | Photography by Ryan Snover, Managing partner, Aristia Wealth Management Roth conversions have become one of retirement planning’s most debated strategies. The appeal is clear: tax-free growth, tax-free withdrawals and no required minimum distributions (RMDs). But while powerful, a Roth conversion is not automatically the right move. At its core, a Roth conversion means moving pre-tax retirement dollars — typically from a...

Arts + Culture

Our City's Bright Future

Alpharetta CVB Grows Article and Photography by The Alpharetta Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) recently approved the appointment of two new members to its Board of Directors. Tristan Haas, General Manager of The Hamilton Alpharetta, and Alex Morales, General Manager of the Atlanta Marriott Alpharetta, will represent the city’s lodging industry, bringing valuable leadership and hospitality expertise to the board. As a destination marketing organization, the Alpharetta Convention &...

Event Planning + Services

To You, From You

How to (infrared) sauna like a pro Article and Photography by Infrared saunas are designed to transform your health from the inside out. Unlike traditional saunas that heat the air around you, infrared saunas use light wavelengths that penetrate directly into your skin, muscles, joints and tissues, raising your core body temperature for maximum therapeutic benefit. This deep cellular heating triggers profound detoxification, releasing heavy metals, chemicals and toxins through deep...

Arts + Culture

Accuracy and Acumen

Cambrean CPAs Article by Alpharetta City Lifestyle staff | Photography by Aleks Kapetanovic When a young nonprofit based in Atlanta hit a fundraising goal of $100,000, board members and staff celebrated, then made a big decision to find a CPA to care for the precious finances.  They turned to Cambrean CPAs and let out a collective sigh of relief. Cambrean has built a reputation as one of the top accounting firms for businesses and individuals. The team takes a practical, results-oriented...

Arts + Culture

Gathering to Grow

Ad partners, CL staff and friends gather Article and Photography by One of the most rewarding aspects of publishing City Lifestyle magazines is finding friendships, collaborations and partnerships within our advertising partners. Recently, we gathered at the pretty showroom of Classic Blinds and Shutters on Main Street. 

Arts + Culture

Big Bang or Small and Smart

Home renos for two budgets, both with an ROI that makes sense Article by Sue G. Collins Big and small, there are home renovation projects that will boost the value of the property and bring the homeowners joy. Both are important. Homeowners remodel, redesign and restructure their homes for a variety of reasons, with equal consideration for ROI and immediate satisfaction. We asked two home services providers to share two ways to invest, one extensive and one smaller and smarter.  Think Big ...

Food + Beverage

A Legacy in my Kitchen

Please meet my favorite and the greatest of all time cooking companions! Article by Sean O'Keefe Having been a private chef for many years and now cooking primarily at home for my family and guests, I’ve come to appreciate that great meals begin long before the first ingredient hits the pan. They start with the tools of the trade that you trust; those shaped by history, craftsmanship and experience. Pots and pans are the quiet partners in every successful dish, influencing flavor, texture and...

Arts + Culture

Grounded By Music

Article and Photography by Since opening in 2008, Ameris Bank Amphitheatre has become North Georgia’s premier live entertainment venue. After hosting 35 concerts in 2025 and with 17 events already on the calendar for 2026, this world-class venue is preparing to welcome more than half a million music fans to Alpharetta. “Pairing the highest quality production and everything the City of Alpharetta has to offer is what makes Ameris Bank Amphitheatre stand out as a concert venue,” says Trevor...

Arts + Culture

Building Community

Walking the walk with Habitat For Humanity Article and Photography by Habitat for Humanity North Central Georgia and North Point Ministries have joined forces in a powerful partnership that is changing the trajectory of life for one local family and strengthening the fabric of the community in the process. Through a $180,000 all-house sponsorship made possible by North Point Ministries’ Be Rich campaign, along with an extraordinary commitment of volunteer time, this partnership is helping...

Life + Culture

Polishing History

The Everett Hotel, Bryson City, NC Article and Photography by Sue G. Collins Leaning against the exposed brick wall of my pretty suite at The Everett Hotel, I closed my eyes and imagined the captains of industry who had, in this very space, built a bank and contributed to the growth of Bryson City in the early 1900s. Stanley W. Black and D.K. Collins built and managed Bryson City Bank, one of the few small banks able to survive the financial crises in the early 30s and pay the depositors in...