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CONNECT WITH US NEW LISTING IN COBBLESTONE PARK In popular North Oconee School District, this lovely craftsman-style home offers 4bed/2.5 baths, master on main, lovely screen porch, detached garage and open concept in a swim/tennis community.

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JERRY CRAIG 524 Hill Street Athens, GA 30606

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IMMACULATE 5 BD, 3.5 BA HOME WITH BASEMENT ON 1.47 ACRES IN OCONEE COUNTY! UPGRADED FLOORING, upgraded beautiful gourmet kitchen, large Mstr on Main and secluded back yard. $475,000 Text R1055025 to 52187

LIKE NEW 4 BR/3.5 BA HOME IN HIGHLY DESIRABLE OCONEE COUNTY. Open floor plan, Mstr on Main, kitchen upgrades, large bedrooms, screened porch and large sodded back yard. $355,000 Text R1040482 to 52187

5BR/4.5BA PLUS BONUS RM AND OFFICE WITH FINISHED LOWER LEVEL. Hardwood Floors, Keeping Room, Mstr on Main w/sitting are, Bsmt with media/rec rooms. Aprrox 1.5 acre cul-de-sac lot in North Oconee School district in Swim/Tennis neighborhood. Great Value at $519,900 Text R1139001 to 52187

BRING YOUR BUILDER/PLANS AND BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME! 1.5 acre wooded lot in Lane Creek Plantation! View of lake and easy access to golf course, community pool & tennis courts. North Oconee School District. $87,500 Text R1045050 to 52187

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BEAUTIFUL FARM ON 841 +/- ACRES JUST SOUTH OF WATKINSVILLE & 30 minutes to downtown Athens. 3100 ft of Oconee River frontage, 450 ft of Hwy.15 frontage & 2+ miles of county road frontage, fields & timberland!

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BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED IN ALLGOOD FARMS! Check out this 6BD/4.5BA home w/ GORGEOUS kitchen, spacious basement, and fantastic screened porch. $585K Call Leah for a showing at 706-510-7155!

GREAT WEST SIDE LOCATION, 4BR/3BA, updated kitchen w/granite and SS appliances, hardwood floors, perfect patio for entertaining. Convenient to UGA, shopping and dining. $345K, Call Bob Text R1030629 to 52187

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Following bread crumbs to find your new home not working? $144,900. 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!

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PRIVATE WOODED LOT IN OGLETHORPE COUNTY - 2.43 ACRES WITH NO HOA! Drive by and imagine the possibilities! $14,500 Text R1070412 to 52187

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H AV I N G A H O M E I N S P EC T I O N ?

DON’T FORGET THE TREES When you buy a home, a professional inspection is a standard part of the process, designed to reveal any potentially dangerous and costly problems that may not be evident to the untrained eye, such as faulty electrical wiring or hidden mold.

But there’s more to inspecting a property than the actual home itself. According to the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA), it’s just as important to know the quality and safety of large trees on the property, as a mammoth branch coming through the roof during the first storm spent in your home is a problem no new homeowner wants to deal with.

Dying or decaying trees are usually easy to spot, especially when foliage is out, but you’ll need a qualified arborist to identify some of the above problems, such as healthy-looking trees with structural defects. A professional arborist can also provide advice about the future maintenance of trees on the property to help stave off long-term problems.

While beautiful, mature trees are probably part of what drew you to a property in the first place, the experts at TCIA advise inspecting the trees for the following issues. They could be telltale signs of an imminent problem:

Taking action on tree issues sooner than later is a wise course of action before they result in more serious and expensive problems. As Lew Bloch, a registered consulting arborist in Potomac, Md., says, “Large trees are usually an asset and a valuable amenity to the property, but weak, damaged or diseased trees are actually liabilities.”

xx Poor past care or previous topping xx Improper planting xx Too much mulch on the root system xx Damage during construction xx Wrong tree in the wrong place xx Insect or disease damage xx Overwatering from the lawn’s irrigation system, or limbs rubbing on the siding or roof

So if you or your home inspector notice an issue with a tree or trees, contact your landscaper, lawn service or a local arborist to provide the best advice and course of action, or to even remove the tree. It’s better to take care of problem trees now, before they run the risk of becoming a bigger issue.

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Here are five things around your home that you can leverage to increase its value: Appliances

Appliances can be tough to move, especially if they’re built into your kitchen or laundry room. Instead of planning to take them with you, include them in the price of your home. A word of caution: Be sure the appliances match, are (relatively) new and look immaculate. If you’re in a pricey neighborhood, buyers want move-in ready homes stocked with higher-end appliances.

Spring for expensive brands, and you may be able to get more money for your home when you sell.

Furniture

Light fixtures are usually customized for a space, so it’s better to leave them in your house. To successfully sell them with your home, go for modern fixtures that keep the space well lit. Avoid harsh fluorescent lights and choose LED bulbs instead, which can make a room look brighter while saving energy and heat at the same time. You can put in accent lighting to show off your home’s focal points. Add vanity lighting to the bathrooms and install path lighting along your outdoor areas for more light.

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When you move into your new abode, you’re not going to be taking your window treatments with you. But while you’re in your current home, it’s worth setting aside a few hundred dollars to replace the blinds, shutters and curtains. If you have older aluminum blinds or unattractive curtains, swap them with modern-looking roman or roller shades, or even faux wood shutters and blinds.

SURPRISING THINGS YOU CAN NEGOTIATE INTO YOUR HOME PRICE WHEN SELLING

Some buyers are looking for a truly turnkey home that’s completely furnished, especially in fast-moving cities like Los Angeles and New York City. The furniture they see staged at your open house will help them achieve that, and they’ll likely be willing to pay extra for it. By selling your furniture and decor with your house, you may be able to mark up your home listing by 30 percent.

Light Fixtures

Window Treatments

For a truly modern, convenient touch, install motorized shades that can be opened and closed with the touch of a button. When you’re selling your home, you can include these updated window treatments in your price.

Playsets

Many potential buyers have kids or plan on having kids, especially if they’re first-time homebuyers. Even if your own kids have outgrown the swing sets and play areas, consider keeping them in the yard. They have the potential to increase the price of your home and make it a more attractive option for your buyers.

Before you put your house on the market, be sure to consider these five aspects of your home. You may be able to boost the sale price by looking at these different features and leveraging them to your benefit.

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Abigail Sawyer is a senior social media specialist for Blinds.com. She’s a home improvement junkie who is currently restoring a 1972 cottage.

She writes on all things related to home decor and decorating. If you’re planning on selling your home and want to add new window treatments, you can find a wide variety on Blinds.com.

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SURPRISING THINGS YOU CAN NEGOTIATE INTO YOUR HOME PRICE WHEN SELLING

By Abigail Sawyer

When you’re ready to list your home on the real estate market, you conduct a thorough inspection and fix any problem areas. You make your house look shiny and new by replacing broken items, upgrading light fixtures, floors, cabinets and window treatments, cleaning every inch and staging your home perfectly for your open houses.

But aside from listing the typical selling points like square footage, the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, landscaping features and proximity to excellent schools, you can also list extra features to potentially boost the price.

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THE DOS & DON’TS OF DRAIN MAINTENANCE Does one of your drains always seem to clog? Can’t figure out the best way to keep your pipes clear? Four Seasons Plumbing offers the following guidelines for proper drain maintenance.

“A lot of our clients are worried about what they can and cannot put down their drains,” says Max Rose, owner of Four Seasons Plumbing. “The truth is—excluding grease, oils and chemicals—a properly designed and installed system will take just about anything you can fit down the drain. If you are experiencing issues with normal use, I recommend having a plumbing professional do an inspection, but in the meantime here are some dos and don’ts you can follow.”

DO USE A DRAIN GUARD.

Whether it’s in the kitchen sink or the bathtub, a drain guard can catch the bigger pieces of debris that tend to cause clogs.

DON’T FLUSH EVERYTHING.

Body waste and toilet paper are the only things that should be flushed. Paper towels, cotton balls and even “flushable” wipes should not be disposed of in the toilet.

DO USE A BACTERIA WASTE ELIMINATOR FOR PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE.

Bacteria and enzyme drain additives are safe, effective and great for septic systems.

DON’T POUR GREASE, OIL OR FAT DOWN DRAINS.

It may go down the drain as a liquid, but once it cools off, these fats solidify, causing blockages in pipes. It’s best to wait until the grease or oil has cooled into a solid and then dispose of it in the trash.

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DO FLUSH WITH HOT WATER.

Periodically fill the tub and/or kitchen sink about halfway with hot water and pull the plug. This will move the hot water down the plumbing and help clear lingering debris.

DON’T USE COMMERCIAL DRAIN CLEANERS.

Store-bought drain cleaners contain caustic chemicals that can be harmful to both your health and your plumbing. These cleaners may help remedy a clogged or slow-draining sink or tub, but it can erode pipes in the process.

Following these tips can help keep your drain and pipes clear and working well. But should you need drain repair, or even a check up on them, contact your trusted plumber today!

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BACK TO NATURE! Enjoy your 3 BD/ 2.5 BA, with farm kitchen and rustic brick and hardwood floors, as you look out over your deck into the woods. $179,900 Call Arlene Text R1112504 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. The interior holds historical features that are unique and must be seen! $899,000 Text R1062223

EXCEPTIONAL BRICK HOME ON 2.94 ACRES WITH 6-7 BD, 6+ ba and 3 FP. Terrace level with spa zone and so much more! $799,900 Text R650935 to 52187

6BD/4.5BA HOME IN PREMIER SUBDIVISION. Well maintained, all brick, Master on main & separate in-law suite. Fin basement with workshop. No HOA, 1 year home warranty. $569,000 Text R901262 to 52187

PRIVATE GATED OCONEE ESTATE ON 5.17 ACRES WITH 6 BD AND 6 BA. Master on main with finished inlaw suite on terrace level and custom theatre. $799,900 Text R988273 to 52187

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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 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.

Get out there and find them through advertising—both online and offline.

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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.

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CYPRESS MANOR LANE! LOVELY AND SPACIOUS 5 BR 5.5 BA HOME WITH FINISHED BASEMENT on quiet cul-desac. Call Eric 706-207-9438. Text R1117123 to 52187

WHAT'A VIEW!!!

THIS BEAUTIFUL HOME IS PERFECT FOR FAMILY GATHERINGS AND ENTERTAINING. And what a view. 4 bedroom 3.5 bath. Covered porch overlooking the pond and pasture. A must see. Call Deanna 706-255-7266 Text R992336 to 52187

IMMACULATE ON CUL-D-SAC

TWO STORY FOYER, DR, office, vaulted GR w/ fireplace. Kit w/ custom cabs, granite, & stainless w/ gas cook top. Master down w/ large bath. Upstairs 3 BR & a loft area, back stairs. Loaded w/ HW floors. Mike Geyer 706-202-1660 Text R1105445 to 52187

PLUS FULL BASEMENT APARTMENT

5BR/5.5BA, GRAND FOYER, DR, & LIBRARY. Open eat-in-kitchen/den wing, screened porch/sunroom.

Master on main, Terace level is a 2BR/2BA apt. Lake from $715,000. Call Mike Geyer 706-202-1660. Text R1045052 to 52187

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10 ACRES OF FLAT, OPEN LAND. A great place to build your home or to keep animals.

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PONCEY-HIGHLAND -FREEDOM PARK

THIS 1920’S ALL BRICK BUNGALOW FACES DIRECTLY ONTO FREEDOM PARK. Gorgeous views from the spacious front porch. 2 Beds/1 Bath. Just Reduced $559,900! Call Debbie for easy appointment.

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LOADED WITH UPGRADES

1-YR OLD HOME, 2471 SQ FT, 2+ AC LOT tops the new constr homes w/ all the upgrades, lower price & level lot in Estates at Hawks Landing! 1-year home warranty paid by seller w/ acceptable offer. Scott Nichols 706-202-2232. Text R1123911 to 52187

EXQUISITE ESTATE CRYSTAL HILLS

19.22 ACRE ESTATE WITH A CUSTOM BUILT HOME, 5 Acre Lake, 6 bed, 8 bath, 1 half bath, 6 fireplaces Guest house. This is a Southern Estate like no other.

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MEDITERRANEAN ESTATE

THIS STUNNING HOME BOASTS 5 BEDROOMS AND 5.5 BATHROOM, Wine cellar, large chefs kitchen, butlers pantry / bar. on approx. 1.52 acres, taking advantage of breathtaking views and flowing creek. Call Barbie 678-618-4323 Text R1075252 to 52187

GREAT LOCATION IN ATHENS!

WELCOME HOME! This ideal family home located in McNutts Creek subdivision offers you and your family a tranquil retreat with proximity to schools, restaurants and shopping Call Annie 706-248-870. Text R1064664 to 52187

ULTIMATE TAILGATE SPOT!

22FT LOT IN TAILGATE STATION: gameday amenities inc shuttle to & from Sanford, live entertainment, food, children’s play area, security, & pavilion w/TVs & climatecontrolled restrooms. 2 lots available: $11,250 & $13,500 Mackenzie 678-296-5053 Text R828171 to 52187

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3.47 AC.3 BR 2.5 BA + 4TH BR or playrm, office etc. Lg cvd ft porch and lg deck in back for gatherings, playing or the pups. This lg yard could host many things such as a garden space, swing, BBQ’s,enjoy the great outdoors.

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4 ACRES NORTH OCONEE

BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED & OPEN 4BR/3BA W/ ALL NEW KITCHEN! HW floors in mos of the main. Finished basement w/ 1BR/1BA + kitchen & den/rec room. New Roof & AC. Borders Beautiful McNutts Creek $399,900 Call Mike G 706-202-1660 Text R960324 to 52187

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LAND NEXT TO MERCEDES BENZ DEALER Ready for the next car dealership, medical office etc, or if you just want build your dream home. Call for more information. Call Alex 706-202-9303 This tract to be sold with 0 Vend Drive MLS#965693. Text R1121669 to 52187

TOTAL RENOVATION!

DON’T MISS THIS STYLISH AND SMARTLY RENOVATED 1 BD 1 BA cottage. Walk to UGA! Call Eric 706-207-9438. Text R1094875 to 52187

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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. Call Nathan 706-540-0550 Text R685530 to 52187

OCONEE COUNTY

BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED 3BR/2BA BRICK RANCH in super convenient Oconee subdivision on full mostly finished basement w/add BR & BA. Spacious rooms.

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POSSIBILITIES GALORE FOR THIS 58.6 ACRE TRACT IN CRAWFORD CITY LIMITS. High visibility traffic on Hwy 78, dual road frontage. Commercial potential. $580,000. Call Taylor Murray (706) 255-3782! Text R978602 to 52187

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5BR, 5BA, 2 HUGE MASTERS ON MAIN. hardwoods throughout; large eat-in kitchen; private fenced back yard & patio. 2 carports. text Bonnie 706-540-1263 Text R1101322 to 52187

SOUTHERN LIVING AND COMFORT

YOU WILL ENJOY THE 5 BR, 3 1/2 BA HOME IN GLENWOOD with space for all. Keeping Room, LR, Game Room, Grand Master Suite, Soaring Ceilings, Wooden Floors,Huge Sc. Porch, Fenced Yard. New Price $825,000.

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COMMERCIAL

4.78 ACRES OF PRIME COMMERCIAL LAND ZONED C4COMMERCIAL w/great road access & frontage. Perfect for hotel, storage units or other commercial uses. Ideal topography. Can’t beat the Georgia Square neighborhood. Build to suit available! Taylor 706-255-3782 Text R995236 to 52187

COTTAGES AT HOMEWOOD

BEST FLOOR PLAN IN THE HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER “COTTAGES AT HOMEWOOD”… Master on Main … plenty of space... and plenty of curb appeal! Call us today! Call Jane 706-296-0994 Text R1031792 to 52187

GREAT FARM LAND

GORGEOUS COUNTRYSIDE ACREAGE, fenced and ready for your horses, cows, or farming.gently rolling land with plenty of pasture edged by mature hardwoods. 21 + acres Call Kim Shupe 706-207-0823 www.shupeteam.com Text R1080852 to 52187

JUST LISTED

STUNNING 4BR/3BA ON FULL MOSTLY FIN BASEMENT. Large lot with room to roam! Master + add BR on main level. Super clean... move in ready! Just steps from Bear Creek Reservoir Ashleigh Baker 706.207.0691 Text R1073462 to 52187

EASY LIVING IN JENNINGS MILL

YOU WILL LOVE THE SPACE WITH A TOTAL OF 5 BR, 4.5 BA, KEEPING ROOM with a renovated kitchen, F/P, custom cabinets, huge master with F/P & sitting area, bsmt with a BR, BA,GR F/P, pvt.lot. $559,000. Call Mot 706-202-3901 Text R1109888 to 52187

OLD FARM ESTATES!

GREAT BASEMENT LOT W/ HARDWOODS. Bring your dream plans & experience this unique gated community. Protective Covenants Angela 706-255-3043 Text R106339 to 52187

NEW CONSTRUCTION

NEW CONSTRUCTION... Westside and under $250,000! 4 Bedrooms... open, gourmet kitchen... great neighborhood with amenities! Call us today!

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NEW LISTING

TOTALLY RENOVATED 5BR/2.2BA IN AWARD WINNING MADISON COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM. Great location!

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PRISTINE & BEAUTIFUL OCONEE COUNTY FARM ESTATE ON ROSE CREEK. 72+ acres & addʼl 102 acres available to purchase next door. Beautiful Custom Built Home, 5 bedrooms & 4 baths & 2 half baths with master on the main, amazing kitchen has a large entertaining granite island, Thermador 4 burner stove/oven with griddle, Monogram stainless double ovens, New subzero refrigerator/freezer, fabulous walk in pantry plus a butlerʼs pantry & coffee bar. Open floor plan with staircase which overlooks an amazing lanai with salt water pool & spa opening onto an outdoor living space with stone fireplace, outdoor kitchen & private bath access. 2 large home offices & media/rec room. 3 car garage & finished barn apartment with 4 garage access doors for storage. Just 7 minutes from downtown Watkinsville! Text R1058587 to 52187

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

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BUYING IN THE FUTURE? STA RT SAV I N G TO DAY

By Suzanne De Vita

With inventory low and prices rebounding, affordability has become one of the foremost housing issues—both for buyers entering the market, and homeowners looking for a new, but practically priced property after selling. According to new research, accumulating enough for a down payment can take over seven years—and even longer in pricey spots.

If the average buyer earning the median national income saved 10 percent of it per month, it would take 7.2 years to amass a 20 percent down payment on the average home in the U.S., according to an analysis recently released by Zillow. Buyers in California are in for the longest savings stretch: 18.4 years in Los Angeles; 18.3 years in San Francisco; and 21.8 years in San Jose—the longest of the markets in the report. Buyers have an easier path in Pittsburgh, where it takes 4.8 years, and in Cincinnati, Indianapolis and St. Louis, where it takes 5.1 years.

The disparity between earnings growth and home prices is substantial, the analysis shows. Incomes have increased 52.6 percent in the past 20 years, while appreciation has hit 98.6 percent.

“The simple fact that home values have far outpaced income growth, lengthening the time needed to save for a down payment, contributes to millennials’ struggles to enter homeownership,” says Skylar Olsen, director of Economic Research at Zillow. “Saving up

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for a down payment can be tough, especially when the cost of everyday life outpaces the money you put into the bank. It requires good budgeting and long-term planning. It’s one reason why more and more first-time home buyers are looking to family and friends for financial help when coming up with their down payment.”

While 20 percent down is ideal by many measures, it’s not a requirement; in fact, borrowers can be eligible for as low as 3 percent, depending on the loan and their situation. For guidance, contact your REALTOR®.

“Even if you don’t have plans to buy a home in the next year or two, it’s not a bad idea to start setting aside savings for a future home purchase,” Olsen says. “It’s also important to remember that there are many options for mortgages requiring less than 20 percent down.”

Suzanne De Vita is RISMedia’s online news editor. Email her your real estate news ideas at sdevita@rismedia.com.

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UNDERSTATED ELEGANCE. Features like crown molding and other wood accents such as chair rails are elegant upgrades that can elevate a home’s value with a relatively modest investment. An office or dining room is the perfect place to introduce these design elements to add a bit of formality to the space. You can also find crown molding in spaces like the living room, with the molding coordinating with built-in shelving flanking a fireplace.

COLOR CHANGE.

Although paint is one of the easiest ways to personalize your home, it’s also one of the least expensive, simplest ways to improve its value and appearance.

A fresh coat of paint, inside or out, can create an appealing illusion of newness no matter the age of your home. For maximum resale value, stick to neutral tones so future buyers can focus on envisioning the place as their own, without the distraction of your own vibrant choices. If you don’t like the thought of boring beige, consider adding accent walls for pops of color that can be easily changed down the road.

ADJUSTABLE LIGHTING.

A room’s ambiance can be completely transformed with lighting. For multi-purpose rooms, an option like dimmer switches lets you customize the lighting to fit the use, which can vary throughout the day.

A well-lit living room is essential for a large gathering or a small group gathered for game night. That same space can be equally

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inviting for an intimate conversation or a casual movie night with the lights turned down low. One of the best parts is minimal experience is needed to swap out standard switches for the more versatile dimmers.

Plus, in today’s technology-driven world, there’s an app for seemingly everything, including lighting. Homeowners can control the ambiance from their phones by installing smart light bulbs and lighting strips.

GRUNGE-FREE GARAGE. Even though a garage’s functionality is the top concern for most buyers, a dingy, unkempt space can be a real turn-off. One way to instantly brighten and refresh the space is an epoxy coating on the floor. Applying the coating is relatively easy and once dry it helps prevent unsightly stains and damage in the future.

Combine that with a thorough sweeping, wiping down walls and other surfaces, and organizing the clutter to create a more inviting space you can utilize to the fullest.

BETTER BATHROOMS. Many homeowners approach a bathroom upgrade with big projects in mind, like swapping out the vanity, replacing the tub or installing tile flooring. However, it’s possible to make a noticeable impact with much smaller changes. Simply updating bathroom fixtures and fittings such as shower heads, faucets, towel racks and lighting can transform the space with minimal effort and far less work and expense than a large-scale renovation.

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7 PROJECTS THAT IMPROVE RESALE VALUE Even if you have no immediate plans for leaving your home, it’s a good idea to approach renovations with resale value in mind. Upgrades that are likely to appeal to future buyers protect your investment while also improving your enjoyment of the home.

One key to a successful renovation is figuring out how to personalize the space without making it so customized that it’s not attractive to other potential owners. For example, eliminating a bedroom to create a giant walk-in closet may help achieve your dreams, but losing that bedroom can be a major hit to your home’s value.

These renovation ideas - which include both cosmetic touch-ups and more labor-intensive suggestions - can help boost your home’s value.

OPEN SPACE. Older homes were often that needs to be relocated. You’ll likely designed with a boxy, formal layout that is less conducive to most modern families’ needs. Today’s open floor plans offer functionality for everything from keeping an eye on the kids while making dinner to entertaining guests. This type of floor plan can also make small rooms feel larger and invite more light into darker parts of the house.

The most cost-effective way to create an open space is to remove non-load-bearing walls (load-bearing walls help support the roof; while they can be removed there’s typically quite a bit more time, labor and expense involved). Removing a wall may not be that complicated unless you encounter plumbing or HVAC ductwork

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have some electrical outlets to move, and both the floor and ceiling will need attention to remove lingering signs of the former wall.

CLIMATE COMFORT. Not every aspect

of home improvement is visible at first glance like a fresh coat of paint; some value-boosting upgrades are more behind the scenes. One example is climate management. If you renovate a space that needs better climate control, or if you add a new room where extending the existing ductwork is impractical, a splitductless HVAC system may be the perfect solution. The ductless design saves HVAC contractors time during installation, therefore saving homeowners money.

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EXPAND YOUR KITCHEN: TRY A SLIDING DOOR Your kitchen is the heart of your home. It’s a place where family and friends gather. It’s also a space where you may seem to need more space, whether you’re making breakfast for the kids or hosting a big dinner party.

Using innovative wall-mount door hardware, you can unlock your kitchen’s potential by freeing up the “real estate” traditional swinging doors take up. Due to their unique space-saving possibilities, versatility and aesthetics, wall-mount sliding doors can make your kitchen more open and inviting.

A standard hinged door consumes 10-14 square feet of floor space to swing open and shut, putting kitchen space at a premium. Single or converging wall-mount sliding doors allow you to utilize this floor space for kitchen furnishings, storage, extra mingling room for guests and more.

They also give kitchens a more spacious look and can enhance your home’s design flow, making it more welcoming and facilitating movement between rooms, which is essential for gatherings and larger families with children.

To maximize your kitchen’s footprint and optimize functionality, an option like wallmount door hardware from Johnson Hardware can provide a new world of architectural possibilities for your kitchen, regardless of size or layout. Ideal for wider kitchen entryways, converging wallmount door hardware allows doors to glide smoothly as they open whenever you want a free flow for entertaining, or close for privacy during meal preparation.

Converging doors can add sophistication or create a cozy feel, depending on the hardware configuration and door style you choose. Available with or without fascia in either clear satin or bronze anodized aluminum, the U.S.-made hardware and track exceed ANSI safety standards and can successfully complete 100,000 opening and closing cycles. You can also add your own valance to match the door material and trim.

Wall-mounted sliding doors also work well for kitchen pantries and large recessed shelving areas where you want to conceal clutter and ensure clean, streamlined spaces. With Johnson’s array of hardware configurations, you can create personalized looks that integrate the door designs and materials you desire with options for doors up to 125 pounds, which are equipped with wall-mounted jump-proof aluminum box tracks and adjustable door hangers for easy installation, as well as options up to 400 pounds, featuring wall-mounted, heavy-gauge I-beam tracks and smooth-rolling, ball-bearing four-wheel hangers.

Installing wall-mount sliding door hardware in your kitchen - and beyond - can be an easy yet high-impact improvement that reduces space constraints while adding warmth, functionality and appeal to your home. So contact your contractor or home remodeler today to have one installed.

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INVESTMENT PROPERTY! Commercial complex w/4 rental units. All units are leased. Room to grow with 3.83 acres total. High profile property on Hwy 29 just past Ingles & minutes from the new Kroger. $1,200,000 Gerry 706-207-2820 Text R860416 to 52187

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GREAT LOCATION FOR COMMERCIAL PROPERTY. There is office space, restrooms, a large room for a church sanctuary, conference room, play room, etc.

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2 TRACTS (1) 48+ ACRES, pasture, creek, pond, hay barn and a road side store. $389,760 (2) 64.967 acres of pasture that is fenced and cross fenced. Will make a great cattle, horse, goat or hay farm. $389,760 Amanda 706-680-1800 Zach 706-498-7804

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. $650,000 Gerry 706-207-2820 Text R743263 to 52187

GREAT PLACE TO START A SMALL BUSINESS. CURRENTLY A GUN STORE. $69,000 Call Gabe 706-338-3635 Text R1035243 to 52187

FALL IN LOVE WITH THIS BEAUTIFUL HOME! Great split floor plan & oversized bedrooms. Bring your horses, cows or goats! 4 acres of fenced pasture. Public water & a well. $249,900 Amanda 706-6801800 Zach 706-498-7804 Text R1097615 to 52187

BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED, SPACIOUS HOME W/TONS OF UPGRADES. 4 bedrooms, huge bonus room & separate 600 sqft in-law suite.

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BEAUTIFUL, WELL MAINTAINED 3BD/2.5BA HOME, bonus room could be a 4th bedroom in desirable Colbert neighborhood. Large private lot with fenced backyard. Lots of upgrades! $235,000 Amanda 706-680-1800 Zach 706-498-7804 Text R1080847 to 52187

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ATHENS/CLARKE COUNTY Commercial - 1.945 acres, double road frontage, Hwy 29 high visibility! $500,000 Gerry 706-207-2820 MADISON COUNTY 25.56 wooded acres with barn and drive way $175,031 Gerry 706-207-2820 5.99 acre lot in desirable lIa School district, wooded, paved road $45,000 Patrice 706-202-0573 5 wooded acres in the Shiloh community, paved road $32,900 Amanda 706-680-1800 or Zach 706-498-7804 49.2 acres, A1 Zoning, beautiful creek, well or county water, paved road $309,000 Gerry 706-207-2820 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 3 acres Wooded lot with well and septic $28,900 Shirley 706-296-7558 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 31.63 beautiful pasture acres, level, zoned A1, paved road $158,150 Gerry 706-207-2820 Hudson River frontage -147.6 acres, wooded and beautiful $708,672 Gerry 706-207-2820 29.5 acres, double road frontage, creek, open and wooded, beautiful home site $147,500 Gerry 706-207-2820

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CUTE, MOVE IN READY, BRICK HOME ON 1.53 ACRES. New roof, new HVAC, new windows, hard wood flooring, detached garage/shop.

Small town living, near to almost everything. $149,000 Shirley 706296-7558 Text R1103674 to 52187 49.75 acres, level, mostly open but some woods, creek, pond, great home site $273,625 Gerry 706-207-2820 4.976 wooded acres, great home site, D/W's are ok $30,000 Deborah 706-207-2825 11.78 acres wooded $71,858 Patrice 706-202-0573 Large building lot for your dream home. Convenient to Danielsville & Royston. $69,900 Patrice 706-202-0573 Beautiful wooded tract of mostly hardwoods with small pond on back of property. $112,500 Gabe 706-338-3665 Great wooded 2.48 acre lot in desirable part of county.

County water available. $23,000 Gabe 706-338-3665

Great tract of land close to new Kroger and Athens, double road frontage and creek frontage. $165,000 Gabe 706-338-3665 BANKS COUNTY 30.45 wooded acres, paved road, easy access to I85, $210,105 Gerry 706-207-2820 FRANKLIN COUNTY 2 acre buildable lot in Tanglewood Subdivision $13,900 Amanda 706-680-1800 or Zach 706-498-7804 JACKSON COUNTY 3 acre basement lot in Staghorn Subdivision $49,500 Deborah 706-207-2825 Tignall Lake lots Stillwater Coves, $29,500 Gabe 706-338-3635

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A Mortgage You Will Love, People You Can Trust Get a mortgage ortgage from the people e you can trust at Fidelity Bank Mortgage. We We are a direct ect lender with in-house processing ing and underwriting, which hich means loan decisions are made faster faster..

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OCONEE COUNTYSurrounded by natureʼs beauty and 6.69 ac with a creek. This beautiful custom home has over 5000 sq ft of living space. The designer kitchen w/ huge walk in pantry is a gourmet chefʼs dream, the owners suite has a sitting room & 2 full baths. So many extras throughout! Priced to sell quickly. $499,900. Call Lynora 706-540-0626Text R1125353 to 52187

EAGLEWOOD CONDOS - Great location off Lumpkin! Renovated and updated 2Br/2Ba, Hardwood and tile floors, solid surface countertops, fireplace. Deck overlooking neighborhood pond.

Two condos available. $89,500 ea. Call Lynora Text R904767 to 52187

MOUNTAIN VIEW. Beautiful wooded lot with stream.

4BD/4.5BA. Mammoth space with basement & workshop.

Upstairs has 9ʼceilings, hardwood floors & spacious kitchen. LR with FP. The second story has its own private suite complete with a full bath. Call Bob for more information on this well kept home. Westside location. $315,000 Text R1128213 to 52187

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