The Real Estate Book - Greater Athens Area - 40.11

Athens, Ga & Surrounding Counties

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Cindy Karp (706) 461-7253

Broker, GRI, ABR, WCR

Cindy@CindyKarp.com

Life Member of the Million Dollar Club Circle of Distinction

Women's Council of REALTORS Athens Network 2017 Member of the Year

Office: (706) 549-3200 www.CindyKarp.com Get Details Instantly!

Text Property Code to 52187

Arlene Williams (706) 431-8600 Arlene@CindyKarp.com

TANGLEBROOK URBAN SANCTUARY SITUATED ON CREEK WITH ROARING SHOALS takes the best of the outdoors home. 12� pine board floors, maple bookshelves, massive fireplace, master on main with his/her bathrooms & closets. Upstairs has huge bonus/ bedroom w/full bath. $675,000 Text R1256944 to 52187

ORIGINALLY BUILT 1863 & COMPLETELY RENOVATED IN 2012. 20 exterior doors lead to covered porches and look over the fields to watch a sunset, sunrise or the stars.

Historical features that are unique and must be seen! $899,000 Text R1062223 to 52187

UNIQUE PASTORAL 299 ACRES IN MADISON GEORGIA. One of a kind property with extensive hardwoods along Hard Labor Creek and two pristine lakes stocked with fish. Perfect get away or hunting grounds. 4BD/3.5BA home overlooks pond & pasture. $1,799,000 Text R1116031 to 52187

IMPRESSIVE 5.5 ACRE MINI FARM OR GRACIOUS ESTATE living in one of the Oconee County premier equestrian communities. 4BD/4.5BA with main on the main. $899,000 Text RBDFWFH to 52187

COMMERCIAL TWO ROOM OFFICE FOR SALE on the Atlanta Highway in Mission Square $58,000 as is Call Arlene

EXQUISITE CUSTOM 5BD/6BA HOME IN PRESTIGIOUS TANGLEBROOK SUBDIVISION in Oconee County. Open & inviting with entertainer's dream kitchen, palatial owner suite on main, Terrace level with Theatre, Rec Room and add' Kitchen. Don't forget the backyard oasis! $1,295,000 Text RBDBJZD to 52187

STEP BACK IN TIME WITH THIS CLASSIC REVIVAL. 6 BD, 3 BA and 2 half BA, exquisite details and currently being lovingly restored. This pastoral estate is on 3.78 acres perfect for a Bed and Breakfast, wedding venue or the perfect family home. $499,900 Text R1168261 to 52187

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Bridging the GAP in Real Estate 660 Meigs St, Athens, GA 30601

706-424-5741 RENTALS:

706-510-5189 SALES:

NEW CONSTRUCTION 4BR/3BA plus guest room and study, high end finishes, unfinished basement, corner lot. $369,500 Call Brad 706-714-3580 Text RBCRZHB to 52187

SPACIOUS 3BR/3BA, new carpet and fresh paint throughout, granite counter tops, fenced back yard, Timothy Rd. Elementary. $189,500 Call Brad 706-714-3580 Text RBCTVRW to 52187

NEWLY REMODELED WITH LARGE ADDITION, oak hardwood floors throughout, private owner’s suite, totally updated and turn key in Normaltown. $435,000 Call Brad 706-714-3580 Text RBCZSLP to 52187

CALL JENNIFER BRACKMAN 706-202-9886

New Construction, Low 200’s ... several different plans. Call Bob 706-215-6848!

4BD/2.5BA, Master on Main, Large Kitchen with Breakfast Area, Cul-de-sac lot with fenced backyard and shed. $250,000

FOR RENT 3BR/3BA TOWNHOMES! Oconee county schools.

Call Jerrod for more info! 229-412-5303

PEMBROOK ESTATES OCONEE COUNTY SCHOOLS 15 Lots Available • (Some Basements) 7 Different house plans to chose from $300k-500k+ Call Jerrod 229-412-5303

$139,900. 3BD/1BA - Completely remodeled home inside and out inside Jefferson city limits. All new exterior siding and trim, double pane windows, metal roof, HVAC, kitchen, bathroom, Luxury Vinyl Floors, fixtures, everything! Text RBCRZHN to 52187

CALL JENNIFER BRACKMAN 706-202-9886

READY TO MOVE IN! Completely renovated 5BR/3.5BA brick ranch complete with salt water pool on over 2 acres. $560,000 Call Jennifer 706-202-9886

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660 Meigs St, Athens, GA 30601

706-424-5741 RENTALS:

Text RBCRZHC to 52187

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HIGH RIDGE SUBDIVISION 4BR/2.5BA 4-side brick on corner lot. Fresh interior & exterior paint, new carpet, 2 living areas and ample storage. $328,400

COME HOME TO BRYCE LANDING! Owner's suite on main with impressive bath.

Family room with brick fireplace, open kitchen/ breakfast area and separate formal dining room. 1.24-acre lot.

CALL SHAVON Plenty of room inside and out!

706-247-1506 Text RBCVDVX to 52187

JUST LISTED IN MONROE! 4BR 3.5BA on basement.

Granite counters, stainless appliances, hardwood floors. 5 porches! $373,000.

Call Laura 706-765-7999 or text 54810 to 25678 for virtual tour.

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YOU'LL LOVE THIS 4 BD, 2.5 BA HOME ON OVER A HALF ACRE LOT. Fenced Backyard, 12 x 12 shed complete with electricity and custom built deck perfect for entertaining. Great floor plan inside with Kitchen open to Family Room and wood burning fireplace. Large Master Suite including 2 closets, double vanity, CALL JENNIFER shower and tub. $239,900 BRACKMAN Text RBCXQGV to 52187 706-202-9886

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4BR, 3 BA, 3/4 finished basement, separate DR & GR, Master on Main, gated community Jefferson Equestrian Estates, $578,500

706-510-5189

706-255-0316 (cell) manager4448@gmail.com https://huloo.georgiamls.com 660 Meigs Street • Athens, Ga

CALL LAURA 706-765-7999

JUST LISTED IN OGLETHORPE! 3BR 2BA on 1.8 acres.

Laminate floors, granite counters, stainless appliances.

Private fenced yard. Just a short drive to UGA & downtown Athens. Agent owned. For virtual tour, text 54813 to 25678 or call Laura 706-765-7999.

CALL TRISHA 678-233-7110.

ABSOLUTELY STUNNING! 4BR 4.5BA home with unfinished basement on 9 private acres. Elegant & updated. Text 54814 to 25678 for a virtual tour or call Trisha 678-233-7110.

Text RBCRZJR to 52187

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YOUR KEY TO BUYING SELLING INVESTING

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Ways It Pays to work with a REALTOR®

If youʼre looking to Buy or Sell this year, do you want to add these to your “To Do” list? Save time, money, and Peace of mind by working with a Professonal from the beginning.

RESEARCH MORTGAGE LENDERS.

Determine how much you can afford.

PUT EXISTING HOUSE ON MARKET.

FIND NEW HOME WITH ALL Get signed THE FEATURES YOU DESIRE. HIRE SURVEYOR TO contract to Schedule showings SURVEY PROPERTY. Seller. Price your existing home for your current without current market Review homeowner’s association house & also to expertise. documents for new home. see new ones.

Hire attorney or title company Arrange home & to complete closing research. CHECK

Host Open Houses to sell existing home.

Negotiate terms of sale or purchase, including repairs & concessions.

pest inspections on new home.

Research School Districts.

ORDER TITLE SEARCH.

draft contract.

CONDUCT FINAL

Decide where to advertise your house to reach the best potential buyers (& pay for it).

CONSIDER OFFERS ON CURRENT HOME.

CREDIT

Analyze comparable home sales & make offer REPORT. on new home.

Find attorney to

REVIEW & APPROVE WALK-THROUGHS CLOSING COSTS. OF HOME.

Secure homeowner’s insurance.

Meet home & pest inspectors for review of current home.

Review & approve all contracts. Obtain title insurance.

COORDINATE CLOSING WITH LENDER, TITLE COMPANY & BUYER OF YOUR HOUSE.

Research neighbrohoods REVIEW & SIGN & local amenities.

CLOSING DOCUMENTS.

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Contact One of Our Featured REALTORSÂŽ for All of Your Real Estate Needs

Barbie Pierce Eisenberg Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty 678-618-4323

Denise Beck Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty 706-614-1625

Marie Armour ERA Sunrise 706-340-2450

barbierealestate@gmail.com

denise.beck@coldwellbanker.com

mariearmour@ymail.com

Carole Queen Keller Williams Realty Atlanta Partners Queen's Choice Group 678-858-3745

Cindy Karp Cindy Karp Realty 706-461-7253 cindy@cindykarp.com

queenschoicerealestate.com

Mable Mitchell Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties 706-338-6930

Kim Laak Signature Real Estate Of Athens 706-255-6278 kimlaak@hotmail.com

Rhetta Howard Greater Athens Properties 706-540-0937

Tina McCullough Virtual Properties Realty 706-248-1227

Lynora Sapp The Leaders Real Estate Group 706-540-0626

rhetta56@gmail.com

MyHome@tinamccullough.com

lynora.sapp@gmail.com

Linda Porterfield Keller Williams Greater Athens 706-714-2800

Jennifer Brackman Greater Athens Properties 706-202-9886

Wynay Hand Anchor Realty Services 404-246-2313

Shavon Echols Greater Athens Properties 706-247-1506

lcporterfield@kw.com

jenniferbrackmanrealty@gmail.com

wynayhand@gmail.com

shavonsells@gmail.com

Chalise Sarazen RE/MAX TRU (404) 307-8728

Q. Daniel Elder Greater Athens Properties 706.380.3227

mable.mitchell@bhhsgeorgia.com

Yasmine Payne Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties 706-540-6845 yasmine.payne@bhhsgeorgia.com

Deandra Bailey Southern Classic Realtors 404-569-8847 deandra.bailey@gmail.com

Nancy Denney Carriage House Realty 706-540-4381 ncdenney@bellsouth.net

Carole Cape Greater Athens Properties 706.206.2033 carolecapesells@gmail.com

chalisesarazen@gmail.com

qdanielelder@gmail.com

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IS YOUR HOME GETTING LOST IN A SEA OF ONLINE LISTINGS?

Agents who advertise in The Real Estate Book work hard to get your listing in front of the right buyers, directly in the communities where they live, work, and shop.

Contact an agent from The Real Estate Book today and get your home sold!

Ready to Look for Your First Home?

Some Tips to Get You on Your Way You’re finally ready to make the leap from renting into home ownership, which is a very exciting time. But, hey, let’s face it—it can also be overwhelming, and even a little scary. But don’t worry, with the right preparation, you’ll be ready to take the home search head-on and find the perfect home for you.

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Here are some helpful ways to prepare yourself for your first house hunt: Take a class.

There are many first-time homebuyer education courses available, many of which are offered online. They provide potential homebuyers with detailed information, advice and budgeting tips on how to purchase a home. And upon completion, some provide a homebuyer certificate, which may allow consumers loan products that might otherwise be out of their grasp.

Save, save, save. And then save some more.

Prospective homebuyers need to save as much as possible toward the purchase price of the house and closing costs.

Though minimum down payments start around 5 percent, the greater the down payment the more favorable the borrowing terms.

If you can purchase a home with at least 20 percent down, you probably will save even more because you won’t need to buy private mortgage insurance (PMI).

Find an agent.

First-timers should ask around or look online to find a trusted real estate agent. An agent’s job is to know how much properties are worth, facilitate the sale process and bring an offer to the seller’s agent—and help guide you along the way.

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Research your mortgage options.

There are a lot of mortgage options out there, each with their individual pros and cons. If you’ re having trouble saving up for a larger down payment, check out: xx Conventional mortgages that conform to standards set by governmentsponsored entities Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac., which require as little as 3 percent down. xx Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans, which permit down payments as low as 3.5 percent. xx Veteran Affairs (VA) loans, which sometimes require no down payment at all.

Shopping around for your mortgage can lead to real savings. Saving even a quarter of a point in interest saves thousands of dollars over the life of a loan.

now that you know How to prepare, it’s time to get out there and start hunting for your first home!

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Mable Mitchell

Yasmine Payne

706-338-6930

706-540-6845

REALTOR®

mable.mitchell@bhhsgeorgia.com GRI, e-Pro, ABR

www.MableMitchell.com

REALTOR®

yasmine.payne@bhhsgeorgia.com Circle of Acheivement CertiÀed in Short Sells & Foreclosures

www.YasminePayne.com

524 Hill Street s Athens s (706) 613-6040 (office) TO VIEW MORE I NFO ON YOUR SMART PHONE USE TEXT CODES ON EACH LISTING BACK ON THE MARKET

PRICE ADJUSTMENT

BRICK HOME ON A VERY NICE LOT CONVENIENT TO WHITEHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. Beautiful hardwood floors, fireplace, 3 bedrooms & almost finished basement with pool table & bar. Reduced to only $158,900 Call Mable 706-338-6930 Text R933970 to 52187

GREAT WOODED LOT NORTH SIDE OF CLARKE COUNTY. Call Mable Mitchell 706338-6930 Text T1689106 to 52187

HOME AND EXTRA LOT Very nice location. Small home in need of some repairs with space to add on.

3+ acres. 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, living room and kitchen. Property is being SOLD AS IS. $34,900 Call Mable 706-338-6930 Text R623454 to 52187

LOTS AVAILABLE IN MADISON county to build out for. Think of sitting on your porch in the evening with a cool drink just chilling.

This is the place for you. Call Yasmine 706540-6845 Text R880732 to 52187

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GREAT COMMERCIAL INVESTMENT PROPERTY WITH TONS OF POSSIBILITIES. A very unique development opportunity. The property is at present a non functional 8 bay self service carwash. All utilities are available. $299,900 Call Mable 706-338-6930 Text R277913 to 52187

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LIVE IN ONE UNIT AND RENT THE OTHER UNIT! The larger unit has 2000+ sqft with large kitchen, large rec room, 3BD/2BA. Master bedroom has a sitting room & a sun room. $184,900 Call Mable 706-338-6930 Text R1208703 to 52187

FEELS BRAND NEW! New hardwood floors, stone counters for baths and kitchen, very well kept split bedroom plan. All appliances stay in the kitchen, custom cabinets, the great room is huge and great for entertaining. Exercise room or office, 3 bedrooms on the main floor, and a bonus/bedroom upstairs.Outdoor kitchen, outdoor shower, brick fire pitch and fenced backyard. New roof & the heating and air unit is 4 years old. Call Yasmine 706-540-6845

DO NOT PASS THIS ONE UP!! EVERYTHING YOU NEED OR WANT IN A RURAL SETTING. Beautiful home with hardwood floors, 2.06 acres and in a great neighborhood!

Huge great room with a masonry fireplace, oversized kitchen with breakfast bar, butlers pantry, huge tile laundry room and mud room. Stainless appliances: 2 dishwashers, refrigerator & stove. Master bedroom on the main with sitting area. Master bath has double vanities, shower & jetted tub with tile floors. Upstairs has a great separate millennial suite. Downstairs In-Law suite with full bath and kitchen with breakfast area and a split plan with another full bath and bedroom on the other side. Unbelievable at $384,900 Call Yasmine 706-540-6845 Text R1174041 to 52187

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LUXURY HOMES E S TAT E S & FA R M S

UNIQUE RIVERFRONT PROPERTY!!

300 YARDS OF NORTH OCONEE RIVER FRONTAGE AND 14.63 ACRES OF PRIVATE ROLLING LAND! Extremely open floor plan and large windows invite abundant natural light & gorgeous star filled night sky! 10 minute drive to downtown Athens & next to the UGA Vet school. $549,000 Text RBCZQMQ to 52187 MELISSA WILLIAMSON 706-424-1538 Chastain, Jenkins & Leathers

DESIRABLE GEORGIAN HILLS 6 BR/5BA AND ALL THE EXTRAS! Enjoy the views of the amazing garden from decks, balconies, and patios. Chef's dream kitchen, the owners suite has 2 walk in closets and there is a guest house with kitchenette, full bathroom & bonus room. 4 garage stalls. $680,000 Text RBDBJZG to 52187

MELISSA WILLIAMSON 706-424-1538 Chastain, Jenkins & Leathers

OASIS IN HOMEWOOD HILLS PRIVATE HOME ON 2.5 ACRES designed by master gardener with greenhouse, pool, guesthouse, fire pit, treehouse, outdoor kitchen, putting green, & water features. Spacious kitchen, incredible master suite, basement & bonus room. 1.5 miles to Normaltown. $724,900 Text RBDBJZF to 52187 MELISSA WILLIAMSON 706-424-1538 Chastain, Jenkins & Leathers

OCONEE COUNTY RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN CONTIGUOUS PARCELS WITH ROAD FRONTAGE ON DANIELS BRIDGE RD. One large parcel of buildable lots is 8.476 acres listed for $381,420. A second parcel is 6.241 acres listed for $280,845 with 614 feet on Barber Creek. Or own both large parcels for $675,000! Text RBCSDGN to 52187.

STEPHEN SMITH 706-248-8175 Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty 706-543-4000

JUST 15 MINUTES TO ATHENS 3BD/2BA HOME OVERLOOKS STOCKED ONE ACRE LAKE ON FULLY-FENCED 93 SPRAWLING ACRES, with 40 acres of pasture and 50 acres of hardwoods. Fully renovated, over-sized owner suite, full basement and 30 x 40-foot equipment barn. Truly a unique opportunity! $1,250,000 Text RBDCPGZ to 52187

STEPHEN SMITH 706-248-8175 Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty 706-543-4000

2 HOUSES ON 81+ ACRES BEST OF OCONEE COUNTY 81 acres of beautiful fenced pasture and woods with two very nice homes...Main house brick with full finished basement and a very nice guest house sitting in woods. Loaded with over 500 decorative trees and flowers, two ponds and a large creek. REDUCED $995,000 Text R943024 to 52187 DONNA ROSS 706-255-0305 STEPHEN SMITH 706-248-8175 Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty Donna Ross & Co. 706-543-4000 706-255-0305

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FIVE POINTS OPEN AND BRIGHT SOUTHERN LIVING FLOOR PLAN has been meticulously maintained and is in move-in condition. 4BD/4BA plus a bonus room (can be 5th bedroom), beautiful owner's suite, chef's delight kitchen. Flat manicured rear yard. $759,000 Text RBCZQNW to 52187 MARY CATHERINE SMITH 706-255-6091 Chastain, Jenkins & Leathers

MOVE IN READY EVERYTHING HAS BEEN REMODELED!! 5 bedrooms l 6 Fbaths l 2 full kitchens l 2 fireplaces l 2 Laundry Rms l Bonus room with FBath l Walk out Finished Basement l Hot tub overlooks huge private backyard l NO HOA $439,800 Text RBCZQHSto 52187 CHALISE SARAZEN 404-307-8728 RE/MAX TRU 770-502-6232

SOUTHERN LIVING PLAN 4 BEDROOMS, 5 FULL & 2 HALF BATHS WITH BASEMENT. 10 foot ceilings, heavy molding, well maintained hardwood floors and master on the main with 2 walk in closets! Gorgeous patio and pergola makes entertaining a breeze! $765,000 Text RBCZQNJ to 52187 MARY CATHERINE SMITH 706-255-6091 Chastain, Jenkins & Leathers

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ATHENS CLASSIC P R O P E R T I E S

1690 SOUTH LUMPKIN ATHENS, GA 30606

Matt Presnell Donna Phillips B. Presnell 706.207.0447 706.224-3436 706.540.0757

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FIVE POINTS TRADITIONAL - OPEN FLOORPLAN. Split BRS 4BR (split plan for Master), 3 BA, fenced back yard, all wood floors, gracious detailing. Location is key in this spacious custom built home. $399,900 Text RBCZQPN to 52187.

EASTSIDE LOCATION TO EASTSIDE UNIQUE TRADITIONAL on a corner lot.

Walk into an open layout with hardwood floors and eat-in kithen. Off the kithcen there is a large storage and laundry room. All bedrooms are on the main floor. Bring an OFFER! Text RBCZQPT to 52187

NESTLED IN THE HEART OF FIVE POINTS this house sits on a quiet dead end street walking distance to the Shops of Five Points and the University of Georgia.

Renovate this home to suit your needs or remove and build your dream home. Owners are licensed realtors in the State of Georgia. $399,000 Text RBCZQPR to 52187

CLASSIC GRACIOUS REVIVAL IN FIVE POINTS THIS HOME has it all - location, privacy, character, estate sized lot, pond with its own private dock, distinction of details and much more. This four bedroom, three bath home is the best kept secret in Five Points and Athens! $922,000 Text RBCZQPQ to 52187.

BEAUTIFUL HOME IN OAK GROVE COMMUNITY was planned and developed by Steve Greene, a master craftsman 'artisan' builder for design and construction. Originally used as a model and featured in Southern Living, it's open floor plan offers everything today's lifestyle desires. $445,000 Text RBCZQPS to 52187.

NEW CONSTRUCTION! Southern Living plan features luxurious, twolevel living. 3BD/3BA with owner's suite downstairs and an inviting upstairs office loft. Enjoy family time or entertain in the inviting outdoors spaces. Construction starting soon!

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AMAZING HOME READY FOR NEW OWNER. Pottery Barn meets Restoration Hardware in the 3BR charmer with bonus and gorgeous open plan!

217,900. Jane 706-296-0994. Angela 706-255-3943.

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STUNNING WEST ATHENS HOME!

FALL IN LOVE WITH THIS SPACIOUS HOME LOCATED within minutes of UGA, shopping and restaurants. With 5 bedrooms and 6 baths this home offers you space for a large family or a wonderful gathering of friends and family. Annie 706-248-8702 Text RBDKQQZ to 52187

DON'T LET THIS ONE GET AWAY!

2 STORY BRICK COLONIAL IN SWIM/TENNIS COMMUNITY. 4 bed/2.5 bath withfinished basement. Owner's Suite has a double vanity, separate tile shower, & a jetted garden tub. Large deck overlooks private wooded yard & flowing creek Melinda 706-410-4136 Text RBDGBKP to 52187

GEORGIA CLUB VILLAGE BEAUTY

CHARLESTON STYLE STUNNING HOME ON THE GOLF COURSE with privacy yet wide open views in the coveted Village community of The Georgia Club. Sidewalk community walk to club amenities. Call Denise for a private tour 706 614 1625 Text RBDJHXL to 52187

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION

3BR 2.5BA CUSTOM KITCHEN W ISLAND, eat in bar, dining room opens to gathering flm room while enjoying a cozy fire on the cool nights. Master suite through the inviting french doors.Patio for relaxing and enjoying the peace.

Call Alex Wall 706-202-9303 Text RBCZMQC to 52187

FIVE POINTS UNDER $500K!

RENOVATED FIVE POINTS charmer boasts 4BR/3BA w/master suite and additional bed/bath on main, sunroom, 2 car garage, basement & fenced back yard.

Don't delay, call today! Jane:706-296-0994 or Angela:706-255-3943 Text RBDFNRW to 52187

GREAT LOCATION IN WINTERVILLE!

ADORABLE 3/2 BRICK RANCH READY FOR THE FIRST TIME HOME BUYER or retiree looking for the simpler life. This great home gives you easy access to the University of Georgia and downtown Athens. Call Annie 706-248-8702 Text RBDFXXP to 52187

PRICE REDUCTION

CUSTOM BUILT 4BD 2.5 BTH, Master on main possible inlaw suite downstairs $269,500 call James Dunlap 770 630 9731 Text RBCRYQR to 52187

COMMERCIAL POTENTIAL 75K AC

LAND NEXT TO MERCEDES BENZ DEALERSHIP Very flat,beautiful,Ready for the next car dealership,medical office etc, or if you just want build your dream home. This tract to be sold with 0 Vend Dr $75,000/acre REDUCED !!

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10 ACRES - PRICE REDUCED

UNBELIEVABLE BEAUTIFUL 10 ACRES in Madison Co. of flat, open land. A great place to build your home or to keep animals. PRICED REDUCED TO SELL ONLY $69,OOO Call Alex Wall 706-202-9303 Text RBCRYRL to 52187

MAKE FAMILY MEMORIES HERE!

RETREAT TO THIS LOVELY COUNTRY HOME on a little over 2 acres, 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathes. Offers lots room for entertaining with 3 patios and a large in ground pool with slide and fountains, out building with full bath.

Deanna 706-255-7266 Text RBCYHRR to 52187

A HUNTING YOU WILL GO!

A LITTLE OVER 31 ACRES AND WILD LIFE ABOUND. Or, build your little cabin in the woods.

If it is land your looking for, look here. Call Deanna 706-255-7266 Text RBDKQRGto 52187

NEW CONSTRUCTION IN OCONEE

CUSTOM BUILT 5BD 4BATHS IN MEADOW SPRINGS with community pool, tennis courts.

Oconee County Call James Dunlap 770 630 9731 Text RBCXQGS to 52187

32.4 ACRES NEAR 316

"BETHLEHEM GA 32.4 ACRES • Great for subdivision or building your dream home on the Apalachee River, Big Oak Trees, Great Privacy for Peace, 2 Entrance • A Must See. Close to 316 and shopping. Call Barbie 678618-4323. Text RBCYNSK to 52187"

LARGE LAKE HOUSE ON ACREAGE !!

4+AC OFFERS A GAZEBO, fireplace, greenhouse, screened gazebo & deck. Large brick ranch over a finished basement. This home offers an in-law suite, or a 2 bedroom apt. and more! Call Kim 706-207-0823 www.shupeteam.com Text RBCRYXN to 52187

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ENCHANTING 5BR/3BA COTTAGE SURROUNDED BY HARDWOODS SITUATED ON CREEK! Fantastic location & Award Winning Schools!! includes access to the Sun Room w/ Oceanside Morgan Spa/Hot Tub. $209,900 Call Kim 706-207-0823 Text RBCTJNH to 52187

MAKE TAILGATING A BREEZE!

3 LOTS, TAILGATE STATION; gameday amenities inc. shuttle to & from Sanford, live entertainment, food, children's play area, security, & pavilion w/TVs, restrooms w/AC. Call Mackenzie 678-296-5053 Text RBCRYPV to 52187

NEW LISTING IN GOOD HOPE

CHARMING CAPE COD ON 1.23 ACRES, One Owner Custom Built Home w/ Detached Garage. Hardwood Floors, Kitchen w/ granite & sunroom. Owner’s suite on the main floor. Call Vicki Patterson 404.925.1676 Text RBDGHRY to 52187

MASTER ON MAIN

NEW CONSTRUCTION AND PRICED TO PLEASE! 3BR plus a flex room... gleaming granite in the kitchen.... open plan... fabulous Master Shower. $254,900. Jane 706-2960994, Angela 706-255-3943. Text RBCRYXWto 52187

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CLUB ESTATES 5BR/4BA. Mstr + add BR on main.

Keeping Rm.Huge kit w/ gas cooktop, island, ss appliances, walk-in pantry.Private screened porch. Covered rear porch. 3 car gar. $429,900 Call Ashleigh Baker 706-207-0691 Text RBDCHGK to 52187

NEW LISTING IN MADISON COUNTY

THIS 4BR/2.5BA WON'T DISAPPOINT!! On 2ac with upgrades throughout, stacked stone fp, hardwoods throughout main level plus more! Great location & Award Winning Schools! $250,000 Call Kim 706-2070823 www.shupeteam.com Text RBDCCBW to 52187

INCOME PRODUCING CHICKEN FARM

35 ACRES COMPLETELY FENCED IN. Just outside Nicholson with a lake.Two 38'x400' automated chicken houses on site as well.Profitable. Call Nathan for more information. Nathan 706-540-0550 Text RBCRYPQ to 52187

NEW LISTING IN GOOD HOPE

COMPLETELY RENOVATED, 3BD/3BA home with brand new HVAC on one Acre of land! Huge Master Suite.

Lots of character in a gorgeous country setting. Must See! Call Vicki Patterson 404.925.1676 Text RBDGHRZ to 52187

EAST SIDE CHARMER

LOCATED IN A QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD this one level 3 BR, 2-1/2 bath home offers a open concept floor plan great for entertaining.Lots of natural light.Call Jim Hodges at 843-991-2044. Text RBDKQRZ to 52187

NEW ON MARKET

SUPER CUTE 2BR/2BA one level on the eastside.Spacious living room w/fireplace.Beautiful back yard - perfect for entertaining!Located near UGA Vet School. $149,900 Call Ashleigh Baker 706-207-0691 Text RBDKQSC to 52187

BRING OR BUILD YOUR PLACE

GREAT COUNTRY ROAD TAKES YOU HOME TO A 1.94 ACRE HOME PLACE. Already in are a bored well and septic on a cleared gentle slope. The building on slab is a no-longer-in-use garage. Make your dream real today.

Call Ina Miller 706-372-4034 Text RBCSQLN to 52187

BRING YOUR HORSES!

AMAZING FARM ON 26 ACRES. Very nice custom brick ranch with 3BD/2BA sits on the back half of the acreage making it a very private and beautiful setting. Call Vicki 404.925.1676 or Denise 706.614.1625 Text R968833 to 52187

5 POINTS PROPER!

NESTLED ON A GORGEOUS LOT with its own English Gardens this charming 3BR/2BA cottage blends old & new perfectly, offers walkability to UGA, 5 Points, and the lifestyle you long for! Call Angela 706-255-3943 or Jane 706-294-0996 Text RBCRYWZ to 52187

MOVITATED SELLERS!

PRICED TO SELL! Over 11 acres in Oconee County!

Traditional 4BR/3BA home that has been well maintained. Additional 30x40 shop offers additional possibilities. Call Jim at 843-991-2044. Text RBCRZCF to 52187

NEED SPACE?

5 BEDROOM/ 3.5 BATH HOME + finished basement w/add BR/BA/Media Rm/Living Rm. Master on main.Located just off Timothy Rd.Convenient to loop 10, 316, Oconee, etc. $335,000 Call Ashleigh Baker 706-207-0691 Text RBCYYPJ to 52187

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MOVING WITH YOUR KIDS: WHAT MATTERS MOST

Home buying can be stressful enough.

When you’re in the market for a new home, there are many factors in the process that can be worrisome and even a pain.

And if you have children, it’s one of the major considerations of your home buying process and can add to the stress.

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Families with children under the age of 18 are confronted with a unique set of needs that play out in the home-buying and -selling process. Those include: A larger home. Buyers with children tend to purchase larger homes than their childfree counterparts. The average buyer with children under 18 purchases a 2,100-squarefoot home with four bedrooms and two bathrooms, while the average buyer with no children chooses a 1,750-square-foot home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

Both groups prefer a single-family, detached house.

Factoring in schools. The quality of a neighborhood school district is very important to buyers with children, while it probably isn’t much of a consideration to those without. In addition to the schools themselves, convenience and proximity to them is important as well.

Childcare. Childcare expenses can certainly delay the process of buying a home. Those expenses also have an impact on the buying process, forcing buyers with children to make compromises on the house they purchase, whether it’s the size of the home, the price of the home or the condition of the home.

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You may have to sell if your family grows.

Families with children are also more likely to sell their homes as they outgrow their current home – whether it be from having more children, or children growing up and needing more space.

And if you sell, you might have to sell more quickly. Urgent is the word that most often describes the selling situation of sellers with children. If you must enroll a child in a new school, or only have the summer to move, major decisions and moves will have to be made at a much faster pace.

Having children is wonderful, and it’s exciting to move into a new house that your family can call home. But it’s important to consider these factors during your search and when planning so that everything can go as smoothly as possible.

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Reasons You Should Consider Buying a New Home House hunting can be fun in the beginning. But now it seems like it’s dragging on. You’re exhausted. It seems like the search will never end and each home you view isn’t how you envisioned it. Whatever the reason: there aren’t enough bedrooms, or the home just isn’t your style. Face it - It’s tough to say you’re going to spend big bucks for a place that you just aren’t 100 percent in love with.

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However, there is another option.

You can always build.

Building a new home offers an array of options. You can customize it the way you like and plan it to your exact specifications. It gives you the freedom to make it yours- as opposed to building off someone else’s choices and ideas. Need some more convincing? Here other top reasons why you should build your new home: You get to choose the neighborhood.

Maybe you saw the perfect home, but the neighborhood was anything but ideal. It’s all about location, location, location! For some, location is even more important than what’s inside the home itself. When you build your own home, you get to choose the neighborhood.

The options are endless, which means you’ll get both the house you like and the ideal neighborhood you want.

You create the house layout. Again, it’s all about customization. When building a new home, you get to set things to your exact specifications. Do you want an open-concept home? You got it. Do you have a vision about how the kitchen will be set up? Voice it. Building a new home means you can pick and choose when it comes to the layout of the house and floor plans.

You get to select flooring, paint colors, and more! Building a new home means customization! It can be fun, and it can also help you feel like you have more ownership over your home. You become more immersed in the building and design process, which can, help you understand your home more and allow you to create a space you truly love.

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Newer energy-efficient systems will save you money. When it comes to older homes, water and electrical systems often aren’t up to par with the newest technology. Things like air conditioning, heat and water end up costing way more in an older home. In a new home, you can select the most energy efficient systems. This will help you save money on those monthly bills and in the long run.

It’s brand new, meaning no repairs are needed—at least not anytime soon.

Older homes frequently come with their fair share of repairs and necessary upgrades. With all the maintenance, suddenly owning a home can feel like a part-time job. When you build a new home, everything is new. You likely won’t have to pay for repairs or renovations for years to come. This means you’ll be able to sit back and relax and enjoy your new digs!

Start the process of building your new home today and take the first step towards your dream home!

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• Expansive open living room w/ soaring ceilings & fireplace • Gourmet kitchen, large breakfast area overlooking pool

• Main level 3rd bedroom/office/bonus suite • Main level laundry, two half bathrooms • Sunroom/study • 3 upstairs bedrooms with bathrooms • Upper level 3 car garage

• Main level huge master BR w/ both his/her baths & dressing room

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STEP UP YOUR

HOME SECURITY

BY HIRING A HOME WATCH SERVICE You’ve definitely heard of, and might even have, a home security system. You’ve likely also heard of services that come in and take care of a pet or walk them while the home owner is away. But what about hiring someone trustworthy to keep an eye on the entire property?

That’s where a home watching service comes in, and they are becoming a prolific business, which calls for some heightened awareness on the part of the consumer. Well-meaning neighbors and friends may be happy to check on things while you’re away, but a home watching service does a lot more than bring in your mail and turn the lights on and off.

A home watch service is especially important and helpful if someone has a vacation property or rental property they visit only seasonally.

Second home owners and rental property owners who are away from their properties (such as in another city or state) for extended periods of time would especially benefit from someone keeping a close and watchful eye on the property.

Home watch firms provide myriad services while they’re watching your home, and even inspect your house for things that might not have happened during their watch, checking out areas such as:

yy Exterior signs of damage, wear and tear, and yy The animal/pest intrusions.

yy Landscaping,

exterior lighting and patio/ porch areas to ensure everything is in its right place and working correctly.

interior of your home, paying special attention to ensure your appliances, HVAC units and water heater are in good condition.

yy Test lights and replace bulbs if needed. yy Thoroughly inspect the attic, garage

yy Signs of wood rot on the house. crawl spaces. yy Length of trees to ensure they are trimmed yy Test your smoke away from the house.

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condition. No leaks in the house, especially in the attic and around windows.

Some home watch professionals also offer prearrival home preparations and cleanings, postdeparture cleaning, hurricane and flooding notifications, storm preparations and more.

So, upgrade the security of your home near or far by contracting a home watch service.

If you do decide to contract a home watch

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and carbon monoxide alarms, and home security system if installed.

yy Ensure the property is properly secured and protected. service, consider one that is accredited through the National Home Watch Association (NHWA), which sets standards and provides accreditation for home watch services in the U.S. and Canada. Visit their website, to find a trusted home watch service near you.

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Gerry Burdette (706) 207-2820

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Shirley Lightner (706) 296-7558

Patrice Luke (706) 202-0573

Gabe Martin (706) 338-3635

Amanda Smith (706) 680-1800

LaKeisha Kelley 678-800-4966

PEACEFUL COUNTRY HOME WITH 44 ACRES containing plenty of fenced pasture and a pond. Move in ready brick home has been lovingly maintained and sits nestled amongst beautiful mature pecan trees. Come take a look! $329,000 Amanda 706-680-1800 or Zack 706-498-7804 Text RBDJHXK to 52187

GREAT LOCATION, well maintained and move in ready! Custom cabinets, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, bonus room, 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. $279,900 Call Deborah (706) 207-2825

GREAT PLACE TO START A SMALL BUSINESS. Currently a gun store. $69,000 Call Gabe 706-338-3635 Text R1035243 to 52187

LAND AND 2 BROILER HOUSES! Plenty of road frontage.

Great place to build and farm. Property consist of 3 tracts of land selling as one tract of 13.34 acres. $150,000 Gerry (706) 207-2820 Text RBDDLCF to 52187

95.63 ACRES OF PASTURE LAND, fenced and cross fenced, stream, double paved road frontage, near shopping and I85, 2 houses that are rented.

A1 zoning and in conservation. $629,900 Gerry 706-207-2820 Text R743263 to 52187

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HIGH VISIBILITY 2.49 ACRES, corner lot facing Hwy 29 and Hwy 98, Commercial, 2 rental houses, store front building, possibilities endless. City water and sewer. Call Gerry today! (706) 207-2820 Text R1200898 to 52187

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HOME AND LAND! Unwind in a true master suite with a large setting area. Enjoy outdoor living on back patio and screened porch overlooks the 64 acres. 3 water heaters and 4 heat/ air units! &569,000 Call Shirley 706-296-7558 Text RBCZDMX to 52187

SO MUCH POTENTIAL IN THIS 65+/- ACRE TRACT IN DANIELSVILLE. Frontage on Hwy 29 and the South Fork of the Broad River. Possibility of additional tract that would give you frontage on another road ( Veterans Dr. ) and a beautiful lake. $422,500 Amanda 706-680-1800 or Zach 706-498-7804

NEW CONSTRUCTION

UNIQUE RIVER PROPERTY & ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SPOTS IN FRANKLIN COUNTY. Perfectly manicured yard with gentle walk to the river and magnificent views. 3200 sq ft home with porch. You feel like you are in the trees listening to the shoals. Finished basement with separate living space for in law suite. Detached 2 car garage. This house is perfect for entertaining, events or would make a great Airbnb. $379,900 Amanda 706-680-1800 & Zach 706-498-7804 Text RBCZMPV to 52187

Covey Landing.

3BD/2BA, hurry to pick your colors! $196,000 Call Deborah 706-207-2825

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34.54 ACRES WITH OPEN PASTURE, WOODS, 2700+ ft of river frontage on South Fork of the Broad River. Well cared for brick home with basement & fenced in backyard. 20 mins to Athens. $425,000 Amanda 706-680-1800 Zach 706-498-7804 Text R1266649 to 52187

ATHENS/CLARKE COUNTY Commercial - 1.945 acres, double road frontage, Hwy 29 high visibility! $500,000 Gerry 706-207-2820

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5.99 acre lot in desirable lIa School district, wooded, paved road $45,000 Patrice 706-202-057 5 wooded acres in the Shiloh community, paved road $32,900 Amanda 706-680-1800 or Zach 706-498-7804 Commercial - 45.86 acres, level, open, on the corner of Hwy 98 & Hwy 172, great location $596,180 Gerry 706-207-2825 10 acre commercial tract on HWY 72 $140,000 Gerry 706-207-2820

43.02 commercial acres, can be sub divided, double road frontage, county water $860,340 Gerry 706-207-2820 9+ commercial acres, can be sub divided, double road frontage, level, high traffic count $380,880 Gerry 706-207-2820 4.976 wooded acres, great home site, D/W's are ok $30,000 Deborah 706-207-2825 Beautiful wooded tract of mostly hardwoods with small pond on back of property. $112,500 Gabe 706-338-3665 Last lot in Kingston Greens! .83 ac wooded corner lot. Only $39,000.

Deborah 706-207-2825 Lake lot in Brush Creek! Great 3.12 ac wooded, basement, lake lot on 90 ac lake. $69,000 Deborah 706-207-2825

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2 ACRES OF PEACEFUL SURROUNDINGS! Rustic cabin look on the inside with a spacious yard. Fencing in the back yard with an out building. Wooded area and field for gardening or a few animals. Call Sonya 706-207-5460 Text R1287305 to 52187

JACKSON COUNTY

Lots in Carlton area starting at $29,000 for 3+ acres.

Buildable lots on paved road frontage. Buy 1 or all 3.

Call Patrice at 706-202-0573

3 acre basement lot in Staghorn Subdivision $49,500 Deborah 706-207-2825

Level building lot in established subdivision. Paved county road, curb & gutter, underground utilities, & street lights. $35,000 Call Patrice at 706-202-0573

Tignall Lake lots Stillwater Coves, $29,500 Gabe 706-338-3635

LINCOLN COUNTY

FRANKLIN COUNTY

GREENE COUNTY

2 acre buildable lot in Tanglewood Subdivision $13,900 #969073 Amanda 706-680-1800 or Zach 706-498-7804

122 acre, fenced & cross fenced farm! Pond, stack house, zoned A1. $457,500 Gerry 706-207-2820

Knottywood Dr: 2 lots close to Haartwell lake and Tugaloo State Park, D/W's ok, $15,000 each call Patrice 706-202-0573

Lots of possibilities for this 54 acre of land with utilities on the street & different paved road access. $169,900 Shirley 706-296-7558

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POWER SAFETY BEFORE OR A F T E R M A J O R S TO R M S When a big storm hits, potential damage to your home is top-of-mind. One of the key areas of costly damage often comes from overlooked sources of electricity. Costly damage to residential electrical systems can be minimized or avoided, while ensuring human safety by following these important steps while preparing homes for an oncoming storm.

1. Before evacuating, unplug all appliances and turn off main power sources and all electrically powered equipment. If you do not have access to the main power, contact an electrician or your electric company to assist.

2. If you have an on-site generator, test it before the storm to ensure functionality. If you have a generator, be sure to keep it outside of your home, as it produces carbon monoxide.

Equip your home with a working, battery powered carbon monoxide detector as well, and test that it works before firing up the generator.

Following the storm, residents, rescuers and others in the area should take additional precautions, including: xx Do not enter a home or building that has xx Locate the main panel to see if any circuit standing water inside until it is confirmed that breakers or fuses have tripped if there is no the main power is shut off. electricity upon return. xx If there are any signs of smoke, fire or water xx If there is evidence of flooding but it is difficult damage near electrical outlets, immediately to determine if the main power has been unplug all items in the area and contact an turned off, do not attempt to turn it off. Contact electrician. an electrician or the local electric utility.

Electricity is a dangerous thing, and even more so when water is added to the mix. Pre or post storm do not hesitate to contact your electrician and enlist their help to prepare or help in the post-storm damage assessment.

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Don’t Wait for Winter

Service Your Furnace or Boiler Now Late fall or early winter is the time most of us begin to crank up our heat, hoping to get toasty right away. But if you have a boiler or furnace, that heat could not be working come the chilly part of the year. That’s why it’s important not to wait until the last minute to service your heating system.

L ots of homeowners have good

intentions when it comes to scheduling maintenance, but it’s easy to forget things like tune-ups when your equipment is still operating correctly. It only becomes an issue when something breaks or fails. The last thing anyone wants however, is to be without heat when the temperatures are below freezing.

So, while its on your mind now, schedule a tune-up for your furnace or boiler. You’ll also beat the crowd in getting it done now, as opposed to waiting until the weather cools. Additionally, there’s many other reasons to tune up your system: Prevent frozen pipes. It’s not unusual for homeowners to lower the thermostat while they’re away from home. However, residents should maintain a regular temperature in their home—around 65 degrees—to avoid bursting or frozen pipes.

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It prolongs the life of your furnace.

Regular maintenance can keep your furnace working at maximum efficiency and actually lengthen the life of the equipment. And you might not know this but skipping annual maintenance can often void a manufacturer’s warranty. So not only are you hurting the system, you’re potentially hurting your wallet.

It helps you stay safe. Most furnaces are gas-burning, which produces carbon monoxide. A leak could prove dangerous or even fatal. During routine maintenance, a technician will take preventative measures to ensure this can’t happen, such as changing the filter and giving the furnace a thorough cleaning. Install a carbon monoxide detector as well if you don’t have one already.

So, before the cold weather comes in the coming months, contact your local heating company to come perform a furnace or boiler check-up. You’ll thank yourself later.

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