Real Estate Development Partner
Owner’s Representative + Real Estate Advisory + Design Coordination + Procurement & Vendor Oversight
The Alchemist’s Realty & Design (TARAD) is a Georgia-based real estate advisory, owner’s representation, and design coordination firm serving private owners, investors, nonprofits, and public-sector partners.
We guide projects from vision to delivery—coordinating licensed professionals, consultants, and contractors while protecting our clients’ interests, compliance, budgets, and long-term value.
We represent the owner. We align the team. We protect the outcome.

Marquita "Ta" Millen

REALTOR®
Transforming real estate dreams into reality!
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Values. Mission. Vision. Culture.
Integrity
We strive to do the right thing—especially when no one is watching. Our word is our bond, and trust is the foundation of every partnership we forge.
Innovation
We challenge convention with curiosity and creativity, blending art, technology, and strategy to transform complex challenges into visionary solutions.
Accountability
We take ownership of our work, learn from our outcomes, and measure success not only by what we build—but by the impact we create.
Respect
We value every individual, relationship, and environment we touch—cultivating dignity, fairness, and collaboration in every interaction.
Honesty
Transparency is our compass. We communicate openly, act ethically, and build relationships grounded in trust.
Passion
Our work is fueled by a relentless drive to serve, create, and leave a lasting legacy of excellence and empowerment.
Communication
We believe clarity builds confidence. Through listening, dialogue, and mutual understanding, we align visions and exceed expectations.
Fairness
We make equitable decisions that honor our clients, our partners, and our communities—balancing value with vision.
Mission Statement
At The Alchemist’s Realty & Design, our mission is to empower investors, developers, and/or agencies with economical, innovative, strategic, and sustainable real estate and asset solutions that enhance communities and streamline delivery. We blend real estate, management acumen, design and creativity, with intelligence and project management experience to serve as a trusted partner in acquisition, leasing, development, and procurement.
Through collaboration, creativity, and commitment, we simplify complexity—bridging the gap between vision and execution, and between private enterprise and public purpose. Whether we are managing assets, developing sites, or fulfilling procurement needs, TARAD transforms opportunity into impact—turning every project into a catalyst for growth, equity, and enduring value.
Vision Statement
Our vision is to redefine our environment and culture while inspiring others through acts of transformation and transmutation—creating spaces, systems, and partnerships that transcend convention and serve the greater good. We envision a future where real estate, contracting, and our networks or community are instruments of legacy and regeneration—fostering innovation, sustainability, and economic balance.
TARAD aspires to be a national model and an example for those seeking growth, legacy, and ascension., where every project we touch fuels prosperity, resilience, and generational legacy. We don’t just build structures—we engineer possibility, transforming needs into networks, properties into prosperity, and visions into enduring realities.
Company Culture
The culture at The Alchemist’s Realty & Design is rooted in radical innovation, intentional service, and transformative collaboration. "I Can't" does not exist. Being of good character is a non-negotiable. We are thinkers, builders, and problem solvers—driven by curiosity, anchored by authenticity, rooted in resilience and united by a shared purpose: to elevate how communities live, work, and thrive.
We thrive in a culture that is:
Innovative and Bold – We take creative risks and design solutions that challenge the status quo. Innovation isn’t optional—it’s our instinct.
Purpose-Driven – Every project serves a purpose greater than profit. We build for people, progress, and possibility.
Collaborative and Inclusive – We harness diverse voices, skills, and perspectives to generate powerful ideas and equitable outcomes.
Solution-Oriented – We don’t wait for problems to arise—we anticipate them, engineer systems, and deliver clarity where others see complexity.
Excellence-Focused – Precision, professionalism, and performance define our standard. We aim to exceed expectations—not just meet them.
Community-Minded – Every design, contract, and structure is an opportunity to strengthen the fabric of the communities we serve.
At TARAD, we build community and communities—turning vision into structure, and structure into systems of opportunity. We are alchemists of change, shaping the future through innovation, responsibility, and determination!

Affordable & Workforce Housing
The Alchemist's Realty & Design, in partnership with nonprofit Fertile Ground Incorporated, seeks to identify and transform properties through light rehab, rebuilds, or new construction to create dignified and transitional housing for workers, legal migrants, single mothers, LGBTQIA+, veterans and underserved communities. Investors can support this mission by connecting TARAD with property acquisition opportunities, donating or gifting assets, or funding projects that provide both equity and opportunity to those often left out of traditional housing systems. Click the link below to learn more about Fertile Ground and its transformative programs and mission.
WHO WE SERVE
TARAD SUPPORTS
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Property owners & developers
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Real estate investors
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Nonprofits & community organizations
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Small businesses & institutions
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Municipal & public-sector partners (as permitted)
Our clients rely on us to translate vision into executable plans, ensure regulatory alignment, and maintain clarity across complex projects.
What We Do
Owner’s Representation & Project Oversight
We act as the client’s advocate throughout the development and improvement process—coordinating stakeholders, monitoring progress, and supporting decision-making without assuming construction execution responsibilities.
Services include:
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Project oversight on behalf of the owner
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Coordination between licensed contractors, consultants, and vendors
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Schedule and budget monitoring
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Risk identification and mitigation support
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Third-party review and reporting
As a licensed Georgia real estate professional, TARAD integrates real estate strategy with development planning.
Services include:
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Site selection and acquisition guidance
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Entitlement and zoning coordination
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Development planning alignment
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Investor-oriented feasibility support
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Leasing and disposition coordination (where applicable)
Real Estate Strategy & Advisory
Design Coordination & Pre-Construction Planning
Get to Know Us
We support early-stage project clarity through structured planning and coordination.
Services include:
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Feasibility and concept refinement
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Scope definition and planning
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Design team coordination (architects, engineers, consultants)
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Budget alignment and constructability support
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Permit pathway coordination (in collaboration with licensed professionals)
We assist owners with identifying, engaging, and coordinating with properly licensed and insured professionals.
Services include:
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Vendor and contractor sourcing support
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Review of licensing and insurance documentation (administrative)
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Scope alignment among project participants
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Procurement coordination on behalf of ownership
Procurement & Vendor Engagement Support

How We Work
TARAD operates as a central coordination point, ensuring alignment between:
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Ownership goals
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Design intent
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Licensed construction professionals
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Regulatory requirements
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Budget and schedule realities
We do not self-perform construction.
We do not act as the licensed general contractor.
We ensure the right parties are in place to succeed.
Our Projects
Transforming ideas into reality, with a team of experienced contractors and vendors, this is where you turn when it comes to finding the perfect property and bring it to life. We bring value through acquisitions and property management, contracting and procurement, innovative development solutions and design conceptualization, construction management, residential and small commercial design-builds. When you are ready to make a move, our expertise and experience will assist you in making the best and most informed decision for you and/or your situation. With a personalized approach and custom-tailored solutions, we’ve architected our company structure to serve both conventional real estate clients and public sector buyers seeking reliable, scalable procurement of capital assets and services. When you engage with TARAD, one of the largest benefits is that we have the capability to deliver the full package: site planning, permitting, maintenance and repair, procurement, leasing and/or oversight and delivery — all in one house!

Our Philosophy
At TARAD, we believe successful projects are built on:
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Transparency
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Compliance
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Collaboration
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Stewardship
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Accountability
We approach every project with the mindset of an owner—because representation requires responsibility.
Licensing & Compliance Disclosure
The Alchemist’s Realty & Design, LLC is not a licensed General Contractor in the State of Georgia.
All construction services requiring a general contractor license are performed by independently licensed and insured general contractors contracted for those services. TARAD provides owner’s representation, project oversight, coordination, and advisory services only and does not self-perform construction or trade work.
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Cobb County | Paulding County | Douglas County
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Brokered By eXp Realty, Llc.
The Promenade II 1230 Peachtree Street
Suite 1900
Atlanta, GA 30309
Broker Office Number : 888-959-9461


























