Ep. 25: Hashbrowns, Tariffs, and Deck Holes

Welcome back to the Georgia Living Podcast! In this episode, Chris and Céline share a glimpse into family life during spring break—complete with kids bouncing off the walls, boat maintenance mishaps (Clare versus the deck hole!), and Céline's new adventure in oil painting. They also dive deep into Georgia's population forecast through 2060, highlighting: The Top 10 FastestGrowing Counties (Gwinnett, Fulton, Forsyth, and more) Which rural counties are projected to lose the most residents? - How do Marietta and Cobb County fit into the big picture? From there, the conversation shifts to tariffs and the economy, exploring how ongoing trade policies might impact Georgians, especially around ports, manufacturing, and farming. If you've been hearing the word "recession" whispered around, don't miss Chris's 5 smart moves to prepare your finances in uncertain times: Build (or bulk up) an emergency fund Cut the "budget creep" (all those sneaky subscriptions) Delay big purchases, unless they're truly strategic Diversify your income Keep investing, but get smarter about it Whether you're a boat-loving family person, curious about Georgia real estate, or just want to navigate economic ups and downs like a pro, this episode's for you! Timestamps (Approx.): 00:00 - Intro & spring break madness 03:00 - Boat repairs & Claire's deck-hole fiasco 08:00 - Georgia population shifts: Top 10 growers & bottom 10 decliners 16:00 - Cobb County & high-density housing chatter 25:00 - Tariffs, trade talk & how it affects Georgia 35:00 - 5 recession-prep tips for your finances 55:00 - Wrap-up & "like and subscribe"