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, done consistently, really do add up.

From there, the conversation turns toward America 250, the upcoming semiquincentennial of the United States. Georgia drivers can now participate in the celebration through a newly released commemorative license plate, available statewide beginning January 1, 2026. We talk about what the plate represents, how long it will be available, and why this anniversary matters locally as much as nationally.

We also touch on what's happening around town and how community involvement, history, and civic pride continue to shape the places we live and invest in.

As always, Georgia Living is about more than headlines. It's about understanding the stories behind them—and how they connect to everyday life in our communities.

00:00 – Welcome & intro
02:15 – Family update: go-kart project complete
05:40 – 46.5 lbs of pop tabs collected for Ronald McDonald House
10:30 – America 250 explained
14:00 – Georgia's new America 250 license plate
20:10 – Why local history and civic moments still matter
27:00 – Closing thoughts & looking ahead

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 into spring.

The conversation then shifts to a detailed explanation of Simply List—how it works, who it's for, how it differs from flat-fee MLS services, and why more homeowners are choosing flexible, lower-cost options without sacrificing MLS exposure.

This episode is part market update, part education, and part real-world strategy for navigating real estate in a post-2020 market.

00:00 – Welcome to 2026 & Georgia Living
01:00 – Kids back to school & holiday reset
03:40 – Ellijay trip, sunsets, and New Year traditions
04:40 – Go-kart saga and weekend projects
06:00 – Greenhouse reset & Japanese kitchen gardening
09:20 – Raising adventurous eaters (and fish talk)
11:25 – December 2025 market overview begins
12:10 – Median prices: Metro Atlanta, Cobb, Cherokee
13:45 – Why prices didn't crash (and won't)
16:00 – 2008 vs today's housing market
18:20 – Negotiation power, concessions, and buyer strategy
20:40 – Inventory levels and months of supply explained
22:00 – Days on market and what "healthy" inventory means
25:00 – Pending vs closed sales trends
27:40 – List-to-sale price ratios & concessions reality
29:00 – Seller pricing mistakes in today's market
33:50 – Why spring 2026 could bring a listing surge
34:10 – What Simply List is (and is not)
36:00 – With Help vs Without Help explained
39:30 – Who Simply List works best for
42:15 – Photography, lockboxes, signs & add-ons
47:30 – Cost savings compared to full service
50:10 – 2025 Simply List performance numbers
53:20 – Why Simply List is not a "true flat fee"
56:30 – Canceling, expiring, or withdrawing listings
1:00:00 – Are you a call center? DOJ & commission changes
1:02:15 – Timing, MLS exposure, and seller control
1:05:45 – Final thoughts for sellers heading into 2026

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. Just laughs, fun facts, and a festive break as we head into the holidays and close out the year.

Perfect for a quick listen while wrapping gifts, driving around town, or taking a breather during the busy season.

• Why eggnog used to be called milk punch 🥴

• The surprising origins of Jingle Bells

• Christmas tree traditions from Europe

• Local holiday moments around Marietta

• A few friendly disagreements and plenty of laughs

🎄 Thanks for spending part of your holiday season with us. We'll see you in the new year.