Hey Friends!
It is May, the sun is shining, and the graduates are coming! If you are anything like us your weekends are absolutely packed right now. Between birthdays, graduations, Mother's Day, Father's Day, and end of year celebrations, this season is full of parties, BBQs, and special moments worth celebrating.
We have picked up some really good tricks along the way and we are sharing all of them today!
The Cake Hack That Changed Everything
Cakes can get really expensive really fast. To cut costs, we order a plain round or sheet cake from Publix with all white frosting and white piping and ask them to leave it completely blank. No writing, no decorations. Then we head to Amazon, Dollar Tree, or Etsy and find fun toppers to make it feel totally custom. For a graduation party you could even cut out a photo of the graduate and turn it into a topper. It looks like you spent way more than you did and you saved money!
The Custom Banner That Will Stop Everyone in Their Tracks
Skip the store bought banners and make your own! Print out photos of your graduate, put a graduation cap on their head using Canva or PicsArt, and cut them out. You can also print out letters, balloons, or anything that fits your theme. Glue everything onto poster board, cut them out, and attach them to a ribbon or string with hot glue. It is completely free, completely personal, and we promise it will be the first thing every single guest walks up to at the party. The best part? It takes less than an hour and becomes a keepsake you will actually want to keep.
Want yours to look exactly like this? Use this AI prompt to turn your grad into banner ready artwork. Head to your favorite AI, upload your photo, and paste this exactly:
"I am uploading a photo of a person. Please add a realistic black graduation cap centered on top of their head, angled slightly like they are actually wearing it. Keep their face fully visible. Convert the entire photo to black and white. Do not change anything else about the photo. Return just the edited image with nothing else added."
DIY Your Backdrop or Balloon Display
You do not need to hire a decorator to have a stunning setup. Head to PS Helium and Balloons in Norcross to grab professional grade balloons the pros actually use, watch a quick YouTube or TikTok tutorial, and boom. Done. Or skip the balloons altogether and hang a simple backdrop with fresh flowers or greenery in front of it for an instant statement moment every guest will want a photo in front of.
Tomorrow is RED Day, Keller Williams' annual day of giving back to the communities we love, and this year we are raising money for the Forsyth County Senior Center.
Our goal is $4,000 and we are so close! If you can spare even a little bit it means the world to us and goes directly back into our community!
Venmo: @summer-berg-1
Zelle: 404-330-7549
Rightsizing Done Right: A Free Lunch and Learn for North Georgia Homeowners
Rightsizing is one of the most significant decisions a homeowner will ever make and you deserve expert guidance every step of the way.
Join us on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 from 12 to 2PM at Towne Club Windermere in Cumming, Georgia for a complimentary Lunch and Learn featuring a panel of trusted professionals. Our experts will cover the financial, legal, real estate, and lifestyle considerations involved in rightsizing so you can leave with clarity and confidence.
What is included: A complimentary lunch, expert panel presentations, and open Q&A.
Who should attend: Homeowners in Cumming, Forsyth County, and the greater North Georgia area considering rightsizing now or within the next few years. Also a great resource for adult children helping a parent navigate this decision.
Seating is limited. Reserve your spot today!
We would love to see you at one of our open houses this week!
Thursday, May 14
4-6 PM: 3610 Fleming Drive, Cumming
As always, we are here for all of your real estate needs!
With Gratitude,
The SB Realty Team