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Soaring coffered and trey Ceilings, Hardwoods, High-end custom Trim and Wood Molding, 2 stone fireplaces + much more! Gourmet Kitchen w/Custom Cabinets, solid surface counters, Island, Walk in Pantry, arched doorways, Keeping Room with custom fireplace, Separate living room upstairs, Oversized Master Suite & Luxurious Bath, walk in closets, unfinished basement, 2 Car Garage, detached 2 bay building. This home will not last! Text R675329 to 52187

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OCONEE COUNTY! 5br/5.5ba with upgrades you canʼt imagine. Two master suites on main, large covered porch. $489,900...Call Bob 706-215-6848 today!

ATHENS WESTSIDE! 4BR/2.5BA. Fresh paint, move-in ready! $300K. Call Bob 706-215-6848

TRIPLE CREEK. NORTH OCONEE! 3br/3ba in Swim/Tennis Community.. $165K. Call Bob! 706-215-6848

EAST SIDE BEAUTY! 4 sided brick 3BR/2BA ranch on over 1 acre. 2440 sq ft. Must see stunning bathroom renovations and enormous kitchen. $245,000. Call Laura 706765-7999 or Text 54816 to 25678 for a virtual tour.

OCONEE SCHOOLS! OPEN FLOOR PLAN. Large lot. Up $5000 closing costs.

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STUNNING HOME IN WATKINSVILLE! $625,000 6 bedroom 5 bath home with a finished basement on 4.3 private acres.

Featuring wood floors and updated kitchen, this home is made for entertaining! Call Curt 706-614-1633 Text R407661 to 52187

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NORTH OCONEE BEAUTY! $289,900 4BR/2.5BA. Hardwood floors, kitchen w/ granite & sunroom.

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GENTLY SLOPING WOODED ACREAGE With Wonderful Old Hardwoods On Sweet Little Creek On One Border. Easily Subdividable Into 3 Or 4 Nice Sized Parcels. $435,000 Call Rose Sellers 706-255-0472 rsellersrealty@gmail.com

NEW LISTING ON EASTSIDE! Cozy 3 BD/2BA home, screen porch...soooo close to vet school, shopping, UGA. Call for an appointment. $139K Rose Sellers 706-255-0472

FARMHOUSE IN BISHOP/OCONEE CO! Beautiful, recently renovated 3BD/2BA home w/updated kitchen & hardwood floors! $299K Call Curt 706-614-1633 Text R657750 to 52187

2 HOUSES ON ONE PROPERTY. Total rent collected $1500 per month. Completely renovated. Great investment for new or experienced person. $129,900 Call Ethan 687-485-9198 Text R524820 to 52187

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BEAUTIFUL 100 YEAR OLD FARM CLOSE TO HISTORIC BOSTWICK -JUST OUTSIDE OF OCONEE COUNTY & CLOSE TO WATKINSVILLE. Can be made into a family estate or subdivide into several tracts. PECAN TREES, CREEK, & POTENTIAL TO OWN UP TO 90 ACRES WITH ADDITIONAL INVESTMENT. Text R656255 to 52187

OWN YOUR OWN PIECE OF A 100 YEAR OLD FARM. 27.74 acres near Oconee Co., Bostwick, & Watkinsville. Springfed pond and treelined creek onsite.

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100 YEAR OLD FARM CLOSE TO OCONEE COUNTY. SPRING FED POND & ADDITIONAL CREEK, paved road frontage. Great setting for home or investment. 74 acres or 20 acres with houses available. Text R656243 to 52187

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Should I Stay or Should I Go? HOW TO KNOW WHEN IT’S TIME TO SELL Part of being a homeowner is dealing with the intermittent thought, “Hmm, maybe I should put my house on the market . . .”

Obviously, deciding to sell your home is no small decision. In fact, it’s right up there with deciding to buy a home in the first place. Before making an irrational decision, it’s important to consider several factors that could influence your choice on whether now is the best time to sell.

Here are four indicators that can help you decide whether now actually may be a good time to list your home: YOU’RE OUT OF SPACE. While it might be nice to have more room for your shoes, does that warrant a new home? On the other hand, is there a baby on the way? An in-law moving in? If your household is getting ready to grow, it may be time to move on to a house that will accommodate your expanding needs. Make sure to think 10 years down the road when purchasing a bigger home.

YOU’RE IN A HOT MARKET. If “sold” signs are popping up frequently in your neighborhood and prices are rising quickly, it might be worth talking to your real estate agent. If now is the time you can potentially make a big return on your investment, you might want to consider making a move. If nothing else, you can add to your savings with the money made by the sale.

YOU’RE SICK OF YARD WORK. If raking leaves and restaining your deck are no longer considered fun projects, you may be at a stage where you’re looking to scale down to a more streamlined, less work-intensive living situation.

Consider townhomes with an HOA that includes yard work and upkeep as a part of dues.

YOUR LIFE HAS CHANGED. If you’ve had a major life event - marriage, separation, new job, retirement - it may necessitate a new home and/or a new location that makes more sense for your new life. Consider whether your current home is still the right fit.

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Must-Have Features to Look for When Shopping for a Home

By Mikkie Mills

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hen you're in the real estate market, you may have an idea of the type of property that you're looking for in a specific area. Although most people want plenty of square footage or a stunning bathroom, there are particular home features that are often considered to be must-haves. Here are a few essential home features to look for when shopping around:

1. Laundry Room

Many people want to own a home that features a laundry room due to the convenience that it offers. Laundry rooms are increasing in popularity because they provide a space to fold laundry and hang delicate clothes that need to air-dry. Today, laundry rooms often include a place for added storage or even pets’ belongings.

An enclosed space for the washer and dryer will also prevent the noise of the appliances from inconveniencing other family members who may want to spend time in a quiet setting. You also won't have to worry about having piles of clean laundry

in your living room or home office with a space that is designated for cleaning your clothes.

2. Patio

More and more people want to spend time outside and get use out of their backyard.

A patio addition is a desirable feature that makes it easy to spend more time outdoors.

Patios make for a great place to entertain when you want to barbecue or dine outside with your guests. You can also use the space to lounge around, read or relax while taking in the views. Most buyers look to buy a house that features a ground-level patio that is hardscaped and features plenty of patio furniture.

3. Hardwood Floors

Although carpet was a popular flooring material that was commonly used in residential properties in past decades, more people are looking for homes that have hardwood floors. Hardwood floors contribute to the design of the interior setting and can boost your home's value due to their

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durability and appearance. You won't have to worry about dirt or grime showing up in areas of traffic.

Those who are on a budget can look for homes that feature prefinished hardwood flooring, which is color-treated and has a high level of appeal.

4. Well-Maintained Neighborhood

It can be easy to fall in love with a home without taking a close look at the neighborhood. Check the surrounding area by inspecting the other lawns and houses to determine if they're in good condition.

You'll want to live in an area that is maintained well, which will affect the value of your home.

It's also necessary to determine the distance of the property to your job, local schools, and parks that are available. Some people don't want to travel too far when they need to shop for groceries or find a Christmas tree sale in the area.

5. Updated Kitchen

The kitchen is considered to be the most used room of the home where many people spend time with family or entertaining. The kitchen should be updated with new cabinets, a decorative backsplash, and an island that offers more storage space.

You should also have plenty of space to cook and prepare food with the amount of counter space that is available. Look for specifics such as the size of the island, if there’s enough space in the case of a remodel, and what type of stove top is currently in the kitchen.

When you're looking for a new property on the real estate market, it's important to look for features that are currently popular and are considered to be must-haves.

By finding a quality home to purchase, you can get more use out of the home and enjoy various aspects that will enhance your quality of life.

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Forecast: Is Inventor y Relief on the Way?

By Suzanne De Vita Ask the 60-some percent of brokers in RISMedia's 2017 Power Broker Survey: Almost every housing market is plagued by short supply.

In fact, inventory nationally for pre-owned properties is at 3.9 months, down 10.4 percent from last year, the National Association of REALTORSÂŽ (NAR) recently reported.

According to realtor.com, the challenge could moderate in the next year. The 2018 National Housing Forecast reveals that groundbreaking is projected to increase by 3 percent, with single-family starts accounting for 7 percent of those. The catch? Activity won't kick up until later in the year, and many builds will be higher to mid priced - not an ideal scenario in the short term. Lower-priced homes, which were hit hardest in the recession, will be the last to recover.

"We are forecasting next year to set the stage for a significant inflection point in the housing shortage," says Javier Vivas, director of Economic Research for realtor.com. "Inventory increases will be felt in higher-priced segments after home-buying season [in the fall], which limits their impact on total sales of the year."

Home prices will increase in 2018, but at a lesser pace than in 2017, the forecast shows: 3.2 percent. As with inventory, prices in the starter supply will take longer to lose steam.

Existing-home sales are expected to grow 2.5 percent. Considerable gains in prices and sales will be seen in: Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise, Nev.; Dallas-Ft. Worth-Arlington, Texas;

Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach, Fla.; Stockton-Lodi, Calif.; Lakeland-Winter Haven, Calif.; Salt Lake City, Utah; Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, N.C.; Colorado Springs, Colo.; Nashville-Davidson-Murfreesboro-Franklin, Tenn.; and Tulsa, Okla.

Realtor.com also anticipates 43 percent of buyers in 2018 will be millennials, up from the 40 percent projected for 2017. The biggest group of millennials is turning 30 in 2020, so their share is likely to continue tracking upward.

Expected to grow, as well, are mortgage rates, averaging 4.6 percent and possibly reaching 5 percent by year-end, the forecast states. Action by the Federal Reserve and economic factors, including inflation, will precede the rise.

Markedly, more first-time homebuyers were able to get a Federal Housing Administration (FHA) mortgage this year than last year, despite a rate uptick. The 30-year, fixed mortgage rate averages 3.92 percent at present, according to Freddie Mac. 2018's homeownership rate, meanwhile which has gone up thus far this year - is forecasted to land at 63.9 percent.

A potential wrench is tax reform. The forecast was made prior to the House bill passing and the Senate bill being voted on; as such, realtor. com cautions that certain cuts - among others, the mortgage interest deduction and the state and local tax (SALT) deduction - could lead to less in the way of prices and sales.

The forecast, however, is optimistic overall.

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OCONEE FARM

12+ ACRES.4 BR/3 BA. Amazing indoor and outdoor spaces. Organic garden spot. Pool, Cottage Office,Creek, Fencing, Pasture and hardwoods. Historic Building on site. $600,000. Call Lynn 706.224.4525.

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HOME NESTLED IN ONE OF OCONEE COUNTY’S PREMIER NEIGHBORHOOD HAS IT ALL! 5 Bed, 5 Bath with hardwood floors, an elegant kitchen & spacious bedrooms. Attached 2car & detached 2-car garage. Call Jane 706-296-0994 or Angela 706-255-3943. Text R382144 to 52187

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Minutes away from everything in Athens. $209,000 Call James Dunlap 770-630-9731. Text R563906 to 52187

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FIVE POINTS AT ITS FINEST! This 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom renovated cottage. 3,000 sq.ft., of finished living space, and .33acres in one of Athens’ most desirable neighborhoods.

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OCONEE COUNTY SWIM/TENNIS CHARMER! 4 bed/4.5 bath, freshly painted, refinished hardwoods, new appliances & carpeting & finished basement with a full kitchen, 2 lg. entertaining areas, & 3 smaller flex rooms.

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RECREATIONAL PARADISE ON 12.5 ACRES! 6000 SQFT ATHENS HOME INCLUDING POOL, MOVIE THEATER, 3 garages, bar & billiards area, motocross track. Stunning space! MLS#959558. Call Tina Lord 404-558-0286. Text R609831 to 52187

CUL-DE-SAC LOT

THIS IS THE ONLY REMAINING LOT IN OLD FARM (Cliff Dawson side)! Lot 9A is a 2.65 acres cul-de-sac lot facing wooded areas, extensively landscaped berm on one side. Build your dream home! Call Angela (706)255-3943 or Jane (706)296-0994! Text R461455 to 52187

CUSTOM NEW CONSTRUCTION

SPLIT FOYER” MLS 958463 4bed,3 bath, Granite counter tops with custom Kitchen cabinets in Huntington Shoals, close to everything. CALL JAMES DUNLAP 770-630-9731. Text R537959 to 52187

COUNTRY SIDE LIVING-CITY SIDE ACCESS

TRADITIONAL STYLE HOME WITH A RUSTIC FLAIR. 1 acre private lot in Chadwick Farms. 6bed/5.5bath. Master on main with large bath w/ Jacuzzi tub. In law suite w/full kitchen, bath & rooms to spare. Custom 980 sqft workshop. Call Linda 404-405-3729 Text R652626 to 52187

PRIVATE ESTATE ON THE WATER

CUSTOM BUILT HOME ON OVER 6 PRIVATE ACRES BOARDING BIGGER CREEK. Minutes to Athens in Madison Co. 6bdr/ 4.5ba including an in-law suite/apartment w/kitchen, LR & more! Breathtaking views! Call Kim Shupe 706-207-0823. Text R614862 to 52187

OCONEE CHARMER

4 BR,3.5 BATH HOME with full unfinished basement.

Master on main,open kitchen, deck overlooks a wonderful backyard. In one of Oconee’s prime swim/tennis communities. Kindly call Jane 706-296-0994 or Angela 706-255-3943. Text R671111 to 52187

NORTH OCONEE

BIG, BRICK, BEAUTIFUL BASEMENT HOME IN N OCONEE5 BED, 4 BATH, master downstairs, open kitchen, 2 story great room, fin basement, loaded with hw floors. Dining room & office on main. Close to shopping, level back yard.

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AMAZING FIND IN FIVE POINTS

ONE BLOCK FROM FIVE POINTS. Features Living Room with FP, Dining Room, Sunroom, 2 Br, 1 Ba, and a Large Fenced Yard. ADORABLE! $420,000 Call Mot 706-202-3901

BOULEVARD HISTORIC DISTRICT

TWO-STORY CRAFTSMAN WITH 4 BEDS & 3 BATHS ON NEARLY 2,000 SQ. FT. An open concept fiirst-floor 9’ ceilings. Main-floor bedroom with attached bath & private access to large screened porch. $400,000 Call Eric 706-207-9438. Text R547692 to 52187

EXQUISITE HOME ON 7+ ACRES!

SPACIOUS HOME WITH LOTS OF UPGRADES! 7+ gorgeous acres. Clarke County. $650,000. Call Judy 706-207-9083.

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OCONEE COUNTY W/ BASEMENT! FABULOUS HOME IN OCONEE COUNTY. 4BR/3.5BA. Spacious living room/kitchen.

Hardwood floors. Call Ashley 706-818-0178.

Text R464907 to 52187 TRI-LEVEL CONDO WITH EASY ACCESS TO EAST SIDE CAMPUS. Upstairs two bedrooms and bath. Main level living, kitchen, dining, half bath. Bottom is open area, additional room, full bath, and laundry. Complex features pool and extras. $84,900. Call Ina Miller at 706-380-9464 for appointment.

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JUST UNDER 47 ACRES located inside the city limits of Bogart! This fantastic piece of residentially zoned property is located near the Caterpiller plant! Lots of road frontage to accommodate a wide range of uses. Call David Hadden 352-339-0109. Text R612437 to 52187

PERFECT FAMILY HOME

BE A PART OF AN INTIMATE NEIGHBORHOOD with walking trails, lake & clubhouse! All brick, 3 bed 2 bath home with finished bonus room. $295,000 Contact Carol S. Williams 706-254-3716 Text R637106 to 52187

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GREAT COMMERCIAL OR OFFICE START UP LOCATION! Downtown location offers lots of possibilities. Roof is 4-5 years old. Security system. 20 desk/cubicles (cubicles stay). A bathroom on each level. Call Ina at 706-372-4034 or 706-380-9464. Text R411601 to 52187

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NORMAL TOWN/GENERAL HOSPITAL AREA CHARMING BRICK HOME with 3Br., 2Ba., Large eat in Kitchen, Dinning room, Sun room. Large fenced back yard, storage building. All for $342,000. Call for more details and to see! Vivian 706-224-7838. Text R609829 to 52187

PRIVATE FARMLAND

OWN YOUR OWN PIECE OF A 100 YEAR OLD FARM. 27.74 acres near Oconee Co., Bostwick, & Watkinsville.

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WATERFRONT HOME MINUTES TO TOWN AND GOLF COURSES. 5 BR/4 BA. Acre lot in great subdivision. $549,000. Call Lynn Harder 706-224-4525. Text R318408 to 52187

HOMEWOOD HILLS

SPACIOUS 4 BEDROOM UPDATED HOME WITH 2 LARGE DECKS that over look private backyard with small creek. 400 sq ft storage building w/electricity. Call Joey Tucker 706-207-3736. Text R656262 to 52187

BUILDER'S WARRANTY!

3BR/2BA ON 1.85 AC LOT. Modern appl pack. beautiful counter tops. LR, DR. Bfst. Room. plus add. lower level partially finished & stubbed for a BA. $158,000. Call Maria Cardarelli 706-255-5522. Text R637108 to 52187

100 YEAR OLD FARM

CLOSE TO HISTORIC BOSTWICK-small hometown feel yet close to great restaurants & shopping. 20 acres with renovated 3bed/2.5bath farmhouse, barn, and workshop. Call Denise Beck 706-614-1625. Text R656245 to 52187

LOVELY IN LOGANVILLE!

4 BEDROOM, 2.5 BATH HOME IN QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD! New roof & new kitchen appliances within the last three years. Large rooms w/plenty of bright light! Spacious, fenced backyard w/patio for the whole family to enjoy. Call Megan Panetta 770-362-7997. Text R625534 to 52187

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PALATIAL MEDITERRANEAN ESTATE NEAR COMMERCE. 6BR home on nearly 19 acres, fully fenced, w/pool & pool house, tennis court, stocked lake. No detail spared! A mustsee for anyone looking for luxury and privacy beyond compare. Call Geoff 706-206-3560 Text R614866 to 52187

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10 TIPS for MAKING AN OPEN HOUSE WORK

By Barbara Pronin With 92 percent of buyers using the Internet in their home search,* the value of open houses has been debated among today’s real estate professionals. It’s a full day’s work that includes marketing, preparing materials, placing and removing signs, and assessing the interest of neighbors, strangers, serious buyers, and lookie-loos with nothing else to do.

However, the benefits are clear - it does put your face and expertise in front of people you might not otherwise meet.

For savvy agents everywhere, the key to success is in orchestrating an open house that works. Here are ten tips that may help:

1. PLAN AHEAD Listing on the

MLS early in the week gives you time to plan a well-attended open house.

2. INVEST A SUNDAY Absent a listing of your own to show, offer to host an open house for a colleague. It’s always a good a way to meet prospects.

3. SPREAD THE WORD Promote it as widely as possible, using all available real estate and social media sites. Email your contacts and area real estate offices.

4. INVITE THE NEIGHBORS They’re a great source of referrals. With a new listing, one top agent we know knocks on doors in surrounding streets, leaving as many as 2,500 open house notices.

5. MAXIMIZE SIGNAGE Cover

an area well beyond the immediate, placing a generous amount of open house signs in surrounding areas, including nearby new home construction sites.

6. TAKE A BUDDY For safety’s

sake and to help interact with guests, take another agent, a trainee or two.

7. KEEP SIGN-IN OPTIONAL Offer a sign-in book, but be sensitive to those who avoid it. Introduce yourself, and invite questions, but don’t hover.

8. RESPECT THE COMPETITION Try to ascertain whether guests are working with another agent. If they are, respect the relationship.

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KNOW THE INVENTORY Be prepared to discuss competing listings in the vicinity as well as recent sales and price statistics. Your sensitivity and local market knowledge are the surest way to win clients

10. STAY IN TOUCH Leads won’t

pay off unless you pursue them. Check back with the neighbor who ‘might know someone,’ make all the callbacks you promised, and offer feedback and suggestions to the homeowner.

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Should You Build in the Winter?

BY MEGAN WILD

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aybe it has taken longer than expected to find the perfect house, or perhaps you've always wanted to build. You find construction exciting and adore the idea of designing a home from the ground up. Surprisingly, an ideally situated plot just landed on the market, and it's priced to sell. Unfortunately, there's an issue.

will not bind properly. If a brick structure is in progress, freezing temperatures may cause cracks to form as water in connective mortar expands.

This can significantly damage the structure's stability, resulting in the need to demolish and rebuild.

Variables unique to wintertime construction are worth consideration. Below we've compiled several things to consider to help you make well-informed decisions and implement effective project plans, even in freezing temperatures.

Rendering exterior walls, paving with asphalt and pouring cement are also problematic. It's vitally important to monitor both outdoor and ambient temperatures carefully, as well as future-forecasted probabilities. Delaying projects because of the weather can be costly, but perhaps not as much as having to redo them entirely if caution is not heeded. Some contractors find a happy medium setting up heat lamps or arranging portable fuel heaters. These temporary measures work well, as long as potentially dangerous fumes are vented out, and site electrical wiring supports added wattage.

Sub-Freezing Temperatures If the thermometer reads below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, any task that requires water is compromised. Mortar used in brickwork, for instance,

Other cold weather strategies include use of materials developed with year-round efficacy in mind. Precast concrete, for example, is cast and cured in a temperature-controlled factory set-

Winter is approaching, and it doesn't intuitively feel like a good time for building or renovating.

On the one hand, you're concerned about getting involved in a project challenged by cold weather conditions. On the other, you don't want to lose your auspicious real estate opportunity.

ting. From there, materials are shipped straight to construction sites for installation. Concrete panels for walls, flooring, beams and planks are guaranteed for strength and durability, as well as fire resistance.

Contractors can minimize such threats with a number of strategies including employment of overnight security guards, arranging for webcam surveillance and placing motion detector floodlights in strategic locations.

Extra Safety Considerations Contractors who work in winter bundle up. Extra layers of clothing, bulky jackets and insulated gloves all lend distinct safety concern to any cold weather project. Not only does added padding slow laborers down, but it also increases the potential for accidental clashes with running equipment and valuable materials.

Move-In Ready Consider broadening your definition of what constitutes move-in ready. If your preliminary home structure is up and passes inspection, you can move in. Put decorative touches such as exterior paint, fence installation, gateway erection and property landscape on hold for warmer months. By that time, after living in the house and familiarizing yourself with its flow, you may have a completely different vision altogether of how you'd like the outside to look.

Snow and ice onsite present another challenge.

Extra time to shovel out and sufficiently warm up machinery takes its toll on overall productivity, while great care must be exercised to avoid slipand-fall injuries.

Projected time loss, however, should be reviewed in comparison to cost. Many bid contracts that reflect lower pricing to secure work during the slow winter months. If your deadline is not urgent, consider saving on labor-related fees. As long as site safety remains the focus, together with flexible completion requirements, it's a win-win.

Early Nightfall Diminished daylight is an inevitable winter trademark. If proposed tasks take longer than expected - perhaps due to weather conditions or even the slow pace of bundled-up laborers - and require closure after nightfall, spot or floodlights may be needed. Again, this is a question of potential added cost versus overall bid, as well as all-important electrical support.

Batten Down the Hatches Early nightfall presents site-specific security risks. It is not uncommon for expensive machinery to be parked in the lot overnight. Metal scraps, hand tools and boxed appliances awaiting installation are easy enough to stow away in storage trailers, but large equipment and piles of heavy material remain outdoors, open to the possibility of criminal damage and theft.

Choosing to build in winter can be cost-efficient and advantageous as long as weather and safety-related issues are identified and addressed proactively. Go ahead—get that perfect piece of real estate. It'll make an unforgettable holiday project!

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5 Ways to Protect Your Home This Winter

Brrr! It's cold in here. When winter weather starts frosting, you're not the only one reaching for a sweater. Your home needs to be protected from the chill too.

Joe Todaro, director of operations of Gold Medal Service, offers these tips for homeowners so they can prepare their home for a cold winter: 1. Protect your outdoor unit: Your outdoor air conditioning unit needs a little help staying healthy throughout the winter. You may want to consider a cover for your unit not unlike the cover you use for a grill or a car. Covers can keep snow, ice and heavy rain from potentially damaging the unit.

2. Patch leaks around doors and windows: Check windows and exterior doors for any gaps or openings that would let cold air in or warm air to escape. Leakage like that may not only cause you to have cold spots in your home, but make your heating system run longer than necessary – costing you money on your energy bills. Naturally, having your heater tuned up by a professional for peak performance is a proven way of saving on energy bills as well.

3. Reduce heat loss through the fireplace: If the home has a fireplace, it's a good idea to keep the damper closed when it is not in use to prevent heat loss. Close any doors leading into the room when a fire is burning. If you have a gas fireplace, be sure that it burns cleanly, evenly, and safely.

4. Use sunlight to your advantage: You can naturally heat your home by opening curtains and window coverings on south-facing windows during the day. Closing curtains at night will protect your home from losing heat through those same window openings.

5. Prep the plumbing: As winter approaches, you'll want to make sure you don't have any water freeze-ups – those can potentially become a big headache. To eliminate that risk, drain any water from outdoor faucets, and arrange to have any in-ground sprinkler systems blown out.

Drain and roll up garden hoses and store them inside, in a garage, shed, or basement, to shield them from the severest temperatures. If any pipes in the home have been prone to freezing in past winters, consider using heat tape to keep them warmer during extremely cold weather.

Source: Gold Medal Service

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5 TOP MARKETING TIPS FROM TOP AGENTS 1. GOOD PHOT OGRAP HY In most instances, buyers see photos of your home before they see your home in person. Take well-lit, HD photos to spark the most interest in your home.

2. DON’T RELY SOLELY ON THE WEB TO SELL YOUR HOME Lots of people shop on the web for homes, and there are lots of homes on the web.

Stats say that 65 million shop for homes in the U.S. every month. However, only 5 million homes are sold in the U.S. every year. It’s a very crowded space, and your home should be on as many sites as possible. Make sure your agent also takes advantage of targeted print when advertising your home.

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3. MAKE SURE YOUR AGENT INCLUDES MOBILE TECHNOLOGY IN YOUR MARKETING PLAN

4. MARKET YOUR HOME OFFLINE—LOCALLY Good agents know where potential buyers of your home live, work, shop and play. They use local real estate publications, targeted direct mail, brochures, and other tools to ensure your home gets in front of local home buyers.

5. KEEP YOUR HOME LOOKING GOOD Part of the marketing plan for your home is in your court. This includes how potential buyers perceive it when they walk through the door. Living in a home and keeping it ready to show is a challenge, but it will pay off when buyers find your home more attractive than others they may be considering.

Today, we rely on our phones to look up everything, including real estate. Your home should have a marketing plan that includes mobile tools as a significant element. For example, your home should have a yard sign with a text code on it so that potential buyers driving by can look it up on their phone right away.

Put simply, don’t wait around for homebuyers to find you.

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780 Hwy 29 North Ste A • Athens, GA 30601 Toll Free (800) 353-8988

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Georgia Residential Mortgage Licensee #6540 • Stonegate Mortgage, NMLS# 169184

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604 Highway 98, West

Deborah Burdette Broker

Gerry Burdette (706) 207-2820

Zachary Kidd (706) 498-7804

Shirley Lightner (706) 296-7558

Danielsville, GA 30633

Patrice Luke (706) 202-0573

Gabe Martin (706) 338-3635

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CRAFTSMAN HOME ON FULL UNFIN BASEMENT. Owner suite on main. Spacious kitchen, granite, island w/breakfast bar & gas stove, laundry/mud room. Convenient to new Kroger. $269,000 Gabe 706-338-3635 Text R608482 to 52187

CUTE 3 BEDROOM 1 BATH HOUSE. 1 acre corner lot, private yet convenient. Large oak trees providing great shade for yard & home. Drilled well. $56,000 Amanda 706-680-1800 Text R191039 to 52187

THIS WOULD BE A GREAT MINI FARM. 25+ acres of pasture, 4 BR 2 BATH house with 2 barns, hay barn and 6 stall horse barn. Bring your horses and enjoy. $269,900 Gabe 706-338-3635 Text R414420 to 52187

COUNTRY LIVING AT IT’S BEST!!! 3BR/2BA Cape Cod on a full finished basement. $799,000 Gerry 706-207-2820 Text R563930 to 52187

CUTE RANCH STYLE HOME WITH NEW CARPET, fresh paint and new flooring in the living room. Fireplace, front covered porch and back deck. $124,900 Shirley 706-296-7558 Text R613780 to 52187

LOOKING FOR A HOME ON LAND? 10 beautiful acres with brick home just outside of Danielsville. Open and wooded, fenced, barn, creek along the back of property. $299,000 Gabe 706-338-3635 Text R617433 to 52187

FIXER UPPER WITH LAND. Land has some fencing . Home has natural gas line to the home, bored well. Metal roof. Good location. $50,000 Shirley 706-296-7558 Text R646936 to 52187

COZY COTTAGE WITH PINE FLOORS, 10 ft. ceilings & shiplap entry! Picturesque setting with two buildings used for storage + garage/workshop. $82,500 Shirley 706-296-7558 Text R639594 to 52187

BREATHTAKING PROPERTY ON 111 MOSTLY WOODED ACRES & 12 ACRE lake with large dock. 5000+ sqft home, 4BR 2 1/2 Bath, multiple fireplaces, in-ground swimming pool & large barn. $1,195,000 Gabe 706-338-3635 Text R125429 to 52187

PEACE AND QUIET AND LAND TO ROAM DESCRIBE THIS MOBILE HOME. New front deck, carport and garage/workshop. Land is mostly wooded. $79,900 Shirley 706- 296-7558 Text R668463 to 52187

MINUTES TO LAKE HARTWELL. 38+/- acre farm, 2500 sqft renovated farm house & large 40X48 shop or utility building. Pasture & woods with a small beaver pond. $299,900 Amanda 706-6801800 or Zach 706-498-7804 Text R489167 to 52187

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BEAUTIFUL 107 ACRE COUNTRY ESTATE. 3BR 2 BATH, all brick, 2 car garage, 2 equipment/hay barns. Mostly fenced pasture land & pond. Convenient to Winterville & Athens. $725,000 Gabe 706-338-3635 Text R292740 to 52187

ATHENS/CLARKE COUNTY

MADISON COUNTY

Near the loop, level parcel in industrial district.

Zoned E-1 $45,000 Deborah 706-207-2825

9.522 ac can be sub divided, good for office or warehouse. $380,880 Deborah 706-207-2825

Double road frontage.

High visibility! $500,000 Gerry 706-207-2820

43.017 ac can be sub divided, double road frontage $860,340 Deborah 706-207-2825

Private country setting, paved road frontage, minutes to Athens. $30,000 Deborah 706-207-2825 A1 zoning. Beautiful creek.

Multiple wells. WILL DIVIDE. $309,000 Deborah 706-207-2825 Wooded 4.14 acres, creek frontage.

Build or D/W. Great location! $27,000 Deborah 706-207-2825

Beautiful wooded tract mostly hardwoods with small pond. $112,500 Gabe 706-338-3635

8 acres of beautiful pasture land just off Hwy 441.$74,999 Gerry 706-207-2820

JACKSON COUNTY

Build your dream home!

Good hunting, wooded, stream, near schools. $78,250 Deborah 706-207-2825

30.45 acres of wooded land, easy access to I-85. $210,105 Deborah 706-207-2825

BANKS COUNTY

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