Known for its southern charm and progressive ideas, Atlanta is a metropolitan hot bed for industry, business and entertainment. The capital of Georgia, Atlanta boasts a metropolitan population over five million people, and has recently become and a place recognized as a focal point for international influence. Touting itself as “The City Too Busy to Hate,” Atlanta is seemingly a favorable location for a large amount of people and finds more and more residents flocking its way on a daily basis. Atlanta real estate agents are constantly busy due to the considerable demand this southern Mecca has seemingly become.

Opened to white settlement in 1823, Atlanta was originally inhabited by the Creek and Cherokee Native Americans. Recognizing the need for a railroad, The Georgia General Assembly began Construction on the Western and Atlantic Railroad line in 1836 – providing a trade route to the Midwest. As the American Civil War moved into full speed, Atlanta developed into a major military hub. In 1864 the city became a major Union target resulting in multiple battles. After the war, Atlanta was rebuilt and officially became Georgia’s capital in 1868. With the turn of the century, much development ensued and the city became an ethnic and cultural melting pot of diversity. Though racial tension occurred throughout the south, Atlanta was home to progressive efforts in human rights and set an early precedent for social reform.