Jim Chapman, president of Jim Chapman Communities, began developing active adult communities in 2005 and has been closely involved in 50+ housing ever since. Recently, Chapman shared his knowledge at an education session during the International Builder’s Show in Las Vegas called 50+ Builder’s Forum: Capturing Your Share of the Market.

During the session, Chapman explained what type of products appeal to today’s active adults. His company’s one-level all masonry ranch condominiums are award-winning and popular with buyers. Homes are beautifully designed, superbly functional and located in sought-after metro Atlanta areas including The Springs at Sterling on the Lake in Flowery Branch, Brookhaven at Sugarloaf in Duluth, Brookhaven of East Cobb in Kennesaw, Brookhaven at Johns Creek in Johns Creek and Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge in Cumming. Additionally, each community is maintenance free and complies with the Easy Living Home building specifications. Features include wider doorways, ample maneuvering space in baths and showers and zero-step entries.

Chapman also discussed how to make homes stand out, how to avoid common mistakes and how to effectively serve 50+ consumers, even if it means building one home at a time. Overall, attendees learned that large national builders do not own a monopoly on the 50+ marketplace and that small-scale builders can be successful too.

Besides speaking engagements, Chapman is serving his sixth term on the board of the Atlanta 50+ Housing Council of the Greater Atlanta Home Builder’s Association and is the past Chairman. Chapman’s most recent honor is his appointment to the Board of Trustees of the National Association of Home Builder’s 50+ Housing Council.

For more information on homes built by Jim Chapman Communities, go to www.JimChapmanCommunities.com.

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Jim Chapman Communities is excited to announce that Kelly Dempsey, vice president of sales and marketing, has been named the 2013 president of the Atlanta 50+ Housing Council of the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association.

“I am honored to serve as president,” stated Dempsey. “I have the privilege to follow Jim Chapman, the president of our company, in the position. I look forward to helping develop interesting and educational programs for our members.”

The Atlanta 50+ Housing Council is one of the nation’s largest 50+ councils. The council represents housing professionals that are dedicated to the fastest growing population of the 21st century, the active adult.

As an active adult himself and a crucial member of Jim Chapman Communities, Dempsey understands the needs and wants of active adults.

“Our ranch level homes offer beautiful and functional plans,” explained Dempsey. “Each home is maintenance free and complies with Easy Living Home building specifications. Features include wider doorways, ample maneuvering space in baths and showers and zero-step entries from garages into homes.”

Communities include Brookhaven at Sugarloaf in Duluth, Brookhaven of East Cobb in Kennesaw and Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge in Cumming.

Priced from the $230,000s, communities offer all-brick and stone construction, inviting front porches, two and three bedroom floor plans and state-of-the-art amenities. These include heated pools, outdoor fireplaces and clubhouses with exercise rooms and kitchens.

Additionally, each community is minutes from nearby shops, restaurants and area recreation.

For more information on homes built by Jim Chapman Communities, go to www.JimChapmanCommunities.com.

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Recently, Jim Chapman Communities was featured on Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio. The show interviewed Kelly Dempsey, the vice president of sales and marketing, about working at the award-winning company, active adult lifestyle and buyer trends.

“As an active adult myself, I have enjoyed working with these buyers for the past seven years,” stated Dempsey. “We are exclusive to the Atlanta market, and I think we have one of the best active adult brands in the area.”

Jim Chapman Communities offers single-family ranch level homes and condominiums from the upper $160,000s to low $300,000s. Communities include The Springs at Sterling on the Lake in Flowery Branch, Brookhaven at Sugarloaf in Duluth, Brookhaven of East Cobb in Kennesaw, Brookhaven at Johns Creek in Johns Creek and Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge in Cumming.

These beautiful and functional one level homes feature two and three-bedroom plans and have 2,100 to 2,400 square feet. Interior appointments include granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, sunrooms, covered porches, hardwood floors, wider doors and zero-step entries. For grandchildren, overnight guests and even hobby rooms, 500 square feet suites above garages are available.

Besides gorgeous homes, the builder prides itself on the lifestyle it provides its home buyers. Each community has little to no maintenance, making it easier for residents to “lock and leave” or travel without worries. Also, a variety of amenities offer resort style living. These include heated pools, outdoor fireplaces and clubhouses with exercise rooms and kitchens.

Jim Chapman Communities is a proud member of the 50+ Council through the Atlanta Home Builders Association, with Dempsey serving as president next year. Through this organization, the builder stays on top of buyer trends. With a network of vendors and suppliers, the builder can support homes for grab bars, install dropped-down cabinetry and more in order for buyers to be able to age in place.

For more information on homes built by Jim Chapman Communities, go to www.JimChapmanCommunities.com.

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Jim Chapman Communities is excited to announce their participation in the second annual 50+ University Day, hosted by the Atlanta 50+ Housing Council. Held on Thursday, October 18 at the Crowne Plaza Ravinia Hotel, the conference will feature education sessions taught by leading industry experts.

Registration starts at 8 a.m., and sessions will be offered from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Topics that will be presented include “Design Trends: The Multigenerational Builder & Buyer” and “Marketing to the 50+ Buyer.” 50+ University Day is approved to earn up to six Builder License Credits and three GREC Continuing Education Credits. After the sessions, attendees can enjoy cocktails and networking until 6 p.m. At the event, Kelly Dempsey, vice president of sales and marketing at Jim Chapman Communities, will be announced as the council’s 2013 president.

“I am honored to be the upcoming president,” stated Dempsey. “I have the privilege to follow Jim Chapman, the president of our company, in the position. Helping to plan next year’s 50+ University Day is an honor as the programs have truly been beneficial to those that have attended.”

Jim Chapman Communities builds single-family ranch level homes and condominiums in metro Atlanta for active adults. These beautiful and functional one level homes feature maintenance free living, custom options and elegant interior appointments that include hardwoods flooring, open floor plans, wider doorways and zero-step entries.

Community is important to the builder, so each location has a variety of outstanding amenities that allows friends and neighbors to come together. Residents have access to award winning architecturally designed clubhouses, exercise facilities, heated swimming pools, caterer’s kitchens and great rooms with fireplaces. These places are perfect for socializing and holding community events.

To register for 50+ University Day, visit www.AtlantaHomebuilders.com. For more information on homes built by Jim Chapman Communities, go to www.JimChapmanCommunities.com.

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Jim Chapman Communities is excited to announce its newest active adult sales agent, Tim Parker, at Brookhaven at East Cobb.

Previously working as a sales agent of detached single family homes in Atlanta for Stonecrest Homes and at Arbor Green, an Acadia Homes & Neighborhoods active adult community in West Cobb, Parker has been in the housing industry since 2000. Working for over two years at Arbor Green, Parker is excited to continue to sell quality products as a professional at Jim Chapman Communities.

“Jim Chapman Communities is a great vocation and has an excellent product,” said Parker. “It’s a product that I can believe in.”

Parker represents active adult homes at Brookhaven at East Cobb, located in a desirable East Cobb location only one-half mile to I-575. Homeowners can enjoy dining, entertainment and shopping at Town Center Mall and Marietta Square. The community also offers easy access to downtown Atlanta and the Georgia mountains.

Brookhaven at East Cobb offers two- to three- bedroom elegant floor plans, including the “Super Master Bedroom” design with a spacious walk-in closet and oversized bathroom.  These homes feature all brick and stone construction with welcoming covered front porches, vaulted ceilings and optional bonus rooms with full baths.

Gated with remote openers, Brookhaven of East Cobb offers 100 percent fenced security and a low maintenance lifestyle with lawn and exterior home maintenance included.

For more information on these homes, visit www.JimChapmanCommunities.com.

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