River Valley Real Estate & Home, March 2018

River Valley Real Estate

&HOME March 2018

Remarkable Country Estate

Custom built with Elegance & Comfort in mind Listed by Gaylene Calhoun, Keller Williams Market Pro Realty

River Valley Real Estate

&HOME

FEATURES

FORT SMITH HOME BUILDERS.........................................................................................................3 EARLY-BLOOMING SPRING FLOWERS .......................................................................................32 CRAWFORD COUNTY BOARD OF REALTORS ........................................................................38 HOW EMPTY-NESTERS CAN TRANSFORM THEIR HOME..............................................55 FORT SMITH BOARD OF REALTORS ............................................................................................62

March 2018

River Valley Real Estate

&HOME

Remarkable Country Estate

Custom built with Elegance & Comfort in mind Listed by Gaylene Calhoun, Keller Williams Market Pro Realty

Cover design by Christy Morrison

multi media sales executive

Monica Carter design coordinator

Christy Morrison

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The opinions and observations expressed in River Valley Real Estate & Home are those of the respective authors and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Times Record.

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Volume 10, Number 12 River Valley Real Estate & Home, a magazine of the TImes Record published 12 times a year.

First Financial Bank ........................................22-23

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Advertising information is available from Monica Carter at (479) 785-7786 or mcarter@swtimes.com

Ronald Ragon Realty ............................................33 Coldwell Banker Fleming Lau Realty ......56-59 Sagely & Edwards Realtors ..........................40-46

Greater Fort Smith Home Builders Assn .............63 Jimmy Bell Real Estate ...................................26-31

Sutherland Lumber Co ........................................59 SWBC Mortgage .....................................................64

JE Jones .................................................................14-15 Trinity Multifamily.................................................47 Keller Williams Market Pro Realty ...........12-13 Western Arkansas Title .......................................54

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Janet Matlock

Kim Kelly

Call 479.561.8177 479.484.5588 janetmatlock1@cox.net

Call 479.208.2028 479.484.5588 kimkellyrealtor@att.net et

479-484-5588

Janet Matlock Opening Doors for Buyers in Our Community

Licensed in AR & OK Residential, Commercial & Property Management

www.chuckfawcettrealty.com

4720 Rogers Ave • Fort Smith, AR 72903

Licensed in Arkansas

Your Realtor For A Lifetime!

442 Beverly Hills, Van Buren

Dreaming Of Space and Solitude? This is it! Panoramic view of mountains from this custom estate nestled on 4 1/2 acres. 6 bedrooms (2 master suites) 4 baths. Open floor plan and beautifully accented tile work in kitchen and all baths. Hard wood flooring, iron stair railing and crown moulding though out add to the eye pleasing ambiance of this home. Amenities include two living areas and both offer views, built-ins for additional storage and stylish lighting. This is a dream come true!

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Janet Matlock

Kim Kelly

Call 479.561.8177 479.484.5588 janetmatlock1@cox.net

Call 479.208.2028 479.484.5588 kimkellyrealtor@att.net et

479-484-5588

Janet Matlock Opening Doors for Buyers in Our Community

Licensed in AR & OK Residential, Commercial & Property Management

www.chuckfawcettrealty.com

4720 Rogers Ave • Fort Smith, AR 72903

Licensed in Arkansas

Your Realtor For A Lifetime!

11011 Hunters Point, Fort Smith If you’ve been waiting for that perfect river home, your wait is over! You’ll love every room in this 5 bedroom 3 bath home. Master Bedroom and Bath are to die for. Incredible Master Suite with luxurious spa like master bath with soaking tub. Two living areas w/cozy fireplaces, vaulted ceiling and a spectacular view of the pool and river. Beautifully landscaped with multi decks that have access to pool and backyard. Stunning eat in kitchen (with views) with stylish counters and center island with electric cook top. Schedule your viewing Will Not Disappoint!

Price Reduced!

3905 Jenny Lind Rd, Fort Smith

11808 Hwy 96, Greenwood

Three bedroom two bath with attached carport. Home has many updates and new roof and guttering in 2016.

Home to be sold “AS-IS”. Currently zoned R-3-MF. Application for commercial zoning can be made at the city of Fort Smith. $95,000

Beautiful home with great views on a fantastic lot. Enjoy awesome sunsets on the back sun room.

Huge 30 x 23 master suite with rock fireplace. Completely fenced, storage building and an over sized detached two car garage. Plenty of parking fro RV etc. This home is a must see and has been well maintained. On 1.39 acres over 3000 Sq Ft, out of city limits, 1 1/2 miles from downtown Greenwood.Up To $2,500 in closing costs paid with acceptable offer. $242,500

1310 Burnham Rd, Fort Smith

Accent on Value and Location! You will find this special home centrally located in Fort Smith just a hop, skip and jump to shopping and schools.

Home offers over 2,300 sq ft with 3 bedroom 1 1/2 bath. Bonus Room could be 4th bedroom. Living area, dining, master and bedroom have wonderful “REAL” wood floors. Large back yard for family summer fun.

Country Charm in the City.......ya’all come take a look.

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Specializing in Federal Housing Administration (FHA) Financing Since 1935

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Conventional, VA, FHA, and Rural Development Loans available.

USE THIS CHART TO ESTIMATE YOUR MONTHLY MORTGAGE PAYMENT. Interest Rate 2.500% 2.625% 2.750% 2.875% 3.000% 3.125% 3.250% 3.500% 3.750% 4.000% 4.125% 4.250% 4.375% 4.500% 5.000%

Repayment Term per $1,000 15 YEARS 6.67 6.73 6.79 6.85 6.91 6.97 7.03 7.15 7.27 7.40 7.46 7.52 7.59 7.65 7.91

20 YEARS 5.30 5.36 5.42 5.48 5.55 5.61 5.67 5.80 5.93 6.06 6.13 6.19 6.26 6.33 6.60

30 YEARS 3.95 4.02 4.08 4.15 4.22 4.28 4.35 4.49 4.63 4.77 4.85 4.92 4.99 5.07 5.37

Determine your loan amount and divide that amount by 1000.

Multiply that product by the number that corresponds with the interest rate and repayment term you have chosen. The ďŹ nal product will by your monthly principal and interest payment.

EXAMPLE : MPBO t JOUFSFTU SBUF 30 year repayment term 100,000/1,000=100 100x4.63=$463.00* *NOTE: Taxes, Insurance and Mortgage Insurance (if applicable) are not included in above calculation.

(Mortgage Credit CertiďŹ cate)

YOU COULD EARN UP TO $2,000 TAX CREDIT FOR A PRIMARY HOME PURCHASE. (DOLLAR FOR DOLLAR CREDIT)

MCC QUALIFICATIONS (Please call for additional details or prequaliďŹ cation.)

t Obtain a ďŹ xed rate Conventional, FHA, VA or RD loan for a purchase of a PRIMARY residence. t Purchase price must not exceed $250,000. t ALL types of income for ALL persons over the age of 18 who will be living in the residence must be reported. t The yearly tax credit can be received as long as the owner lives in the home, retains a mortgage, and has a tax liability. t Each year the tax credit is recalculated on the remaining principal balance.

SEBASTIAN COUNTY t Buyers may NOT have owned a primary home in the previous 3 years unless they are a Veteran.

Income Limits #of People Living in Household 1-2

Total Household Income $59,496

3-4

$68,420

CRAWFORD COUNTY t Buyers MAY have previously owned or currently own a home.

Income Limits - Waivers may be requested #of People Living in Household 1-2

Total Household Income $63,840

3-4

$74,480

** PLEASE CONSULT AN ACCOUNTANT FOR ADDITIONAL TAX DETAILS.

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TRACI WILHELM NMLS #733614 479-461-3799

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“Your Real Estate Team Professionals” Office: 479-782-7285 Fax: 479-782-2434

Glee Cosner - 479-883-7913 Sam Berry - 479-414-4681 Scan this QR Code to view all our Visual Tours!

8814 WILDWOOD WAY, FSM. Super Sharp & Clean! Warm wood floors w/beautiful rock fpl w/gas logs! Wooden shutters, fresh paint and new landscaping. Extra-large kitchen with a wonderful island, serving/eating bar w/spacious eating area. 3BD split with fenced back yard on the Southside of town.

4714 NO. N ST., FSM. Large corner lot. Home includes family room w/fpl & gas starter. Nice home w/3BD/2BA, open kitchen and dining rm.

Garage was enclosed as a 2nd living area. This home has lots of room for everyone and is a must see. To be sold “as is”.

112 FREE FERRY LANDING, FSM.

1454 NO. MAIN ST., GRWD., AR.

3025 GRAND AVE., FSM.

2 story home custom built in 2008. Home has 5199 sq. ft., 5BD/4.5BA, 3 single car garages, backup generator, safe rooms, SS appliances w/warming drawer, 5 burner gas range, 48” sub-zero refrigerator, irrigation, workshop.

Living room w/fpl, family rm, bonus rm, formal dining rm & eat-in kitchen. Security System & Sprinkler System.

Wonderful open with great view. This 3BD/2BA, split level home sits on 1 acre and comes with a new hot tub. 2015 New roof, new septic tank & lateral lines.

Seamless guttering and only 1 mile from Jr & Sr High School. Refrigerator, washer & dryer are all negotiable.

Wonderful location on Grand Avenue.

This large building has lots of potential. Kitchenette, bathrooms, partially divided. Also includes the 2 lots located directly behind building (3022 No. I) for additional parking. Currently being used as a resale shop.

108930 SO. 4767 RD., ROLAND, OK.

704 SO. ROLAND RD., ROLAND, OK.

300 E. DORCAS, ROLAND, OK.

This fabulous custom-built home has a lot to offer & lots of space and a wonder view! This 4BD/5BA, plus bonus rm.

Lays out so that one bdrm & bath could be a mother-in-law suite. All on one level except lg bonus rm w/screened porch & 1 bdrm/bath over garage, 3-car garage w/work area. Elevator goes to bonus rm too! Glee, 479-883-7913

What a buy and great location! This type property is not available very often home & rental property all on same 2+/- acres. 3BD/2BA. Home sits in the back of the property & to be sold w/2 Rented Commercial Buildings that are right on the main road! (middle commercial bldg. does not remain). Glee, 883-7913

Great Price for this 3 Bedroom, 2 bath home with living room, eat-in kitchen & fenced yard.

To be sold as is!

Glee, 883-7913

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410 E. WILSHIRE BLVD., SALLISAW, OK.

2131 PARKRIDGE DR., VAN BUREN

2508 SO. 22ND ST., FSM.

This is what you have been waiting for! A wonderful home place in Sallisaw sitting on approx. 6 acres, workshop, horse barn and more! Close to everything!

3BD/1.5BA, living rm, family rm w/fpl. (Home and 4 acres may be purchased, see MLS# 1010685 or 2 ac land only see MLS# 1010681). Glee, 479-883-7913

Absolutely beautiful well cared for home w/view.

Move-in ready. Featuring 3BD/2BA, split plan, granite counter tops, gas range. Living room, formal dining rm & eat-in kitchen.

His & her walk-in master closets.

Updated Park Hill home featuring oversized lot, 3BD/2BA, large living area w/original wood floors, vinyl dbl pane tilt in windows, storage building.

Newer AC (2016) & hot water tank (2012).

For all other listings in Arkansas & Oklahoma go to: www.gleeandsam.com

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