Loganville, GA February 27, 2008 – Meridian Homes, based in Loganville, GA like many other builders continues to fight the negative press about the housing market. Most of the articles and numbers that are used in magazines and on television are based on the nation as a whole. Georgia is in much better shape than most other areas since home values and prices did not appreciate as wildly as other areas. Atlanta area builders constantly hear rumors of who is and who is not going to make it through the slower market. Meridian Homes is in great shape and sales continue at a consistent pace.

Most of metro Atlanta has experienced appreciation in the 3% to 7% range over the past several years. Although appreciation is low or flat now, the trend upward is likely to continue in the coming years. Housing is very affordable in Atlanta and much of the boom here was due to people moving from other parts of the Country to take advantage of the job and housing opportunities here. People continue to move to the Atlanta area and that along with a strong local economy will help this market turn around faster than others.

There is little doubt that we will see negative news locally and nationally in the coming months. It is important to remember that over time housing values will increase. Purchasing a home is a great investment in your future. It is a great time to buy a new home. With mortgage rates at historic lows, incentives available, beautiful communities and great prices, now is the time to buy.

Consistently ranked as one of the largest homebuilders in Atlanta, Meridian Homes has been recognized for overall quality and customer satisfaction. Meridian Homes currently has 23 communities in 7 counties in the East Metro Atlanta area as well as 4 communities in the Greenville/Spartanburg, South Carolina area. Visit www.meridian.com or call 1-86MERIDIAN for more information.