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www.lakeblackshear.com 2031 N. Slappey Blvd Albany, GA Allan Willcox 435-1717
Chuck Willcox 435-1717
Great Views on High Bluff! New roof and paint, 3 BR, 2 BA, garage, 300 ft on water $395,000
Vonnice Brown 344-4700
Jennifer Blount 349-0929
Great Weekend Place! $260,000, 2BR, 1BA, Dock / Seawall, Large Sunroom,
MLS# 130577
Tippin Heiden 395-0199
Paul Powell 347-9829
3 Br 2 Bath, 1500SF, with a Guest House ( Guest House has a Kitchen Area, BR / Living Room, Dock W/Boat Slip, Excellent Location, $257,900, MLS# 132213
Betty Townsell 881-2665
Kathy Slaughter 347-8650
435-1717
On The Lake! 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1800 Sq Ft, Dock With Boathouse And Boat Ramp, 75 Feet On The Water. $350,000
Come Enjoy The Lake! All Furniture Stays, 3BR, 2BA, Dock With Boat Slip, $184,000
MLS# 130535
MLS # 131150
SALE PENDING
On 1 Acre, 3 BR, 2 BA, 1500 SF, Hardwood Floors $79,900
Cedar Grove S/D ,1831 SF, 4 BR, 2 BA, hdwd floors and tile, double garage, eat in kitchen $155,000
MLS# 132201
Open floor plan, 4 BR 2 BA, 1784SF, eat in kitchen, newly painted, fireplace, dining area w/hardwood floors, large master bedroom, $154,900
MLS # 121646
MLS # 131650
3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Fenced Yard, Large Living Room, Dining Area, $117,500
3 Bedroom 2 Ba, 1962 Sq Ft, Formal Dining Room, Large Family Rm, Den $125,000
MLS# 131698
MLS# 130534
Northwest Albany, 2400 Square Feet, New Carpet And New Paint, Bonus Room, 3/4 Bedrooms, 2 Bath, Eat In Kitchen, Hardwood Floors, Fenced Yard $157,000
Lee County, Glendale S/D 3 Bedroom, 2 BA, 1519 Square FT, Fenced Yard, $99,500
4 BR 2 BA On 6.96 Acres! Large Family Room, Office, Double Garage, Built In 2006 With 2296 Square Ft, $164,900
3 Br 2 Ba In Lake Park School District, Hardwood Floors, Garage, Dining Area, Large Family Room, $119,900
Lots Of Privacy In On 3 Acres, Over 3000 Sf 4/5 Br , 3 Ba, Fenced Yard , Hardwood Floors, Sunroom & Large Family Room, Dining Room, Office $269,000
MLS # 132388
Main lake views with a Dock, Hardwood Floors, Metal Roof, Sun Room, 2BR $285,000
Great Rental Property $43,000, 3 Bedroom, Fenced Yard , 1375 SF 8 MLS # 132374
Duplex in Albany, 4 Bedroom 2 Bath, Great Investment , Brick, $60,000
LOTS FOR SALE LAKE BLACKSHEAR
694 SCENIC RT
108 Feet On The Water, Boatslip. $85,000 ...................................................................................................................CALL
SWIFT CREEK
ALLAN 886-2828
150 Ft. Of Water Front Property, Well Or City Water, Sep. Tank $53,750
1.6 ACRE LOT NORTH VALHALLA
150 Ft. Right On The Water. $89,500 .............................................................................................................................CALL
NORTH CEDAR CREEK
ALLAN 886-2828
Very Good Water Location. 196 Ft. Water Front. 1.16 Acre. $96,000
375 FLINTSIDE Custom Built Home on Pataula Creek, Great Views with 72 feet on water, 3 BR 2.5 BA, no corp line, 2356 SQ FT, Workshop and Entertaining Area, $325,000
Main Lake Lot, 80 Feet On Water, Dock. $159,500 .................................................................................................CALL
CHUCK 886-2521
1.11 Acres With More Than 280 Ft. Overlooking Water. $145,000 ...................................................................CALL
ALLAN 886-2828
Main Lake Lot, Crisp County, 75 Feet On Water, Seawall. $139,900 ...............................................................CALL
CHUCK 886-2521
Open Lot With More Than 120 Ft. Of Waterfront Property. Includes Dock. $159,000 ..................................CALL
ALLAN 886-2828
LOT 8 CANNON BRANCH 490 LAKESHORE WAY
475 NORTH CEDAR CREEK
CANNON BRANCH SUBDIVISION
Several Lots In New Subdivision. Restrictive Covenants, Excellent Neighborhood. Water Front Lots Start At $80,000
Foreclosure Cuthbert, $39,900 , 2400 Square FT, Hardwood Floors
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WHO’S WHO IN MORTGAGE LENDING NATIONAL BANK Member FDIC
Jamie Parker 364-4121
Mortgage Loan Originator
Jamie.Parker @abtgold.com NMLS: 215724
www.abtgold.com
Marilyn Odum 886-0137
Marilyn.Odum@abtgold.com NMLS: 510529
2815 Meredyth Avenue, Albany, GA
(229) 446-2265
©Regions Bank, Member FDIC. Regions is a registered service mark of Regions Asset Company and is used under license. Subject to qualification, required documentation and credit approval. Certain exclusion may apply. Loan terms and availability subject to change. The Annual Percentage Rate on all adjustable rate mortgages is subject to change after consummation period. 3/29/11
Patrick Williams Loan Officer
Mortgage Specialist
2609 Ledo Road ~ Albany, GA 31707 T: (229)436-9000 F: (229)483-9003 Cell: (229)395-3051 pwilliams@colonybank.com NMLS #740704 www.colonybank.com
2910 MEREDYTH DRIVE ALBANY, GA - (229) 903-1400
Lisa Cannon
Loan Officer ~ Office Manager 137 Robert B Lee ~ Leesburg, GA 31763 T: (229)759-2800 F: (229)759-2808 lcannon@colonybank.com NMLS #740761 www.colonybank.com
Lay the Foundation for a Financially Secure Future with the Right Mortgage
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Countdown to 2015: New ideas to get your home ready for the new year
(BPT) - The end of a year usually means one thing: endless resolutions. As you bid farewell to the holidays, it's all about what you want to change, upgrade and do better. Health and well-being are always the first things that come to mind, but don't overlook your home. In fact, sometimes it's the first place to start - from a total overhaul to the simplest design changes. Those major or minor design decisions can really impact not only how you live, but also the health and happiness of you, your family and your home. "As we move in to the New Year, it's about embracing function but also creating a space that's a strong reflection of the people who live there," says Nate Berkus, renowned decorator, designer and artistic advisor to LG Studio. "Forget fleeting trends - 2015 is all about integrating thoughtful elements that have a lasting impact," adds
clean up the clutter. Getting rid of all the clutter, which has probably been piling up all year, will allow a room to really shine again. It's all about editing throw out what no longer works to make room for things that are necessary to live well. High tech, high touch Berkus, who offers these tips: Get organized The first thing, and maybe the most important, is to clean the house. Don't underestimate how important that is, and what a difference it will make! Next,
Whether a gourmet chef or a total novice in the kitchen, take advantage of all the incredible high tech appliances out there. I'm obsessed with the LG Studio double wall oven, which includes 100 auto-cook recipes built in to its onetouch activation control system. It makes cooking a cinch even for someone like me! Brighten your outlook
Denise Ballard Dianne Barlow Lisa Bartlett 214-0005 886-4777 364-0450
883-6100
Judy Bowles Mark Daniels 347-3454 449-8710
Thomasine Dye-Thomas
432-5527
Mike Flynn 376-2361
Susie Hardin William Jackson Terri Kerrey Erica Nepote Jennifer Sanchez Raines Watkins Kristy Wingate 291-3977 291-5303 344-3029 395-4237 343-4663 894-3050 395-6861 New Listing!
$269,500 4BR / 2.5BA 3212 SF Newly Renovated and Totally Updated! Triple Garage, Wired Workshop
$191,500 4BR / 2BA 1912 SF Woodburning Fplace in Greatroom Beautiful Hardwood Flooring
$129,900 3BR / 2BA 1508 SF Den, Large Kitchen Private Deck, Storage Bldg
MLS# 132491 Owner / Agent
MLS # 132694
MLS# 132191
New Listing!
New Listing!
If there's one easy change to make in a home, make it the lighting. Maybe it's a pair of vintage lamps from the local flea market on the console that just pull the room together. Or perhaps it's a pair of statement sconces in the bedroom or a pendant light in the entryway. When it comes to design tricks, lighting is one of them. It can change the whole feel of a room in an instant. & A S S O C I A T E S R E A L T Y , L L C
1140 DAWSON ROAD ALBANY, GEORGIA 31707
www.ugottamove.com
229-883-3000
JOHN ANDERSON BROKER/OWNER APPRAISER
$79,000 .56 Acre Commercial Lot High Traffic Location 170 Ft Road Frontage
$129,900 3BR / 3BA 2760 SF 2 Master Suites, Dbl Garage Lots of Closets, Crown Molding
$28,300 1.25 Acre Lot in Brentwood S/D Priced Right for New Construction Electric Available
MLS # 132683
MLS # 131953
MLS # 132684
881-3331
TOMMY YORK MOBILE
347-3381
Changes that last Maybe 2015 is the year that you commit to that renovation. If thinking of a full kitchen remodel, I say go for it. It's one of the best investments to make in the home. Reach for things that will feel timeless, now and in the future because replacing your stove, or wall tiles, or flooring the next year or even after 10 years, is not an option. When it comes to the appliances, go for matching stainless steel; they have a forever feel that will absolutely up the style factor of the kitchen. Every appliance in the kitchen needs to be very hardworking. So, maybe it's a large-capacity Frenchdoor refrigerator, like the one from the LG Studio suite of appliances. I particularly love the Door-in-Door feature, especially for a large family, as it has easy access to your favorite foods and more room for storage. Be bold If you're not able to take on a full kitchen renovation this year, don't worry - it can be as simple as layering in some color. Adding in a bold accessory is one of the easiest ways to change the look and feel of a room. I always encourage people to go with what they love, and if what you love is a gold ottoman, bright purple throw pillows or a dramatic piece of art, then I say go for it. Color is such a great way to add personality, and accent pieces are the best way to make a statement; if by summer it's time for another refresh, those pieces are easy enough to change out.
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HOW MUCH HOUSE CAN YOU AFFORD?
MORTGAGE RATES
Determining how much “home you can afford” depends on several important factors including: •
You can get a very rough estimate of your affordable home price range by multiplying your annual gross income by 2.5. For example, if your annual gross income is $50,000, you may be able to afford a home worth $125,000 (this varies depending on current interest rates, your debt and credit history.)
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Your credit can affect your ability to qualify for a mortgage and your mortgage rate. Before you shop for a house or a mortgage, find out what your credit score is by visiting www.annualcreditreport.com or calling (877) 322-8228. Be sure to do this once a year because your score can be negatively affected if pulled too often.
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Mortgage rates change constantly based on the economic factors that affect the demand for mortgages among investors like Freddie Mac. You can track mortgage rate trends by following Freddie Mac’s Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
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You will have to make a downpayment of at least 5 percent of the home purchase price to qualify for a mortgage that meets Freddie Mac’s requirements. If you are able to put down 20 percent or more, you can avoid having to pay private mortgage insurance (PMI), reducing your monthly mortgage payment.
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If you are looking to buy a condominium, keep in mind that rates are typically higher for these loans and you’ll have to budget for the cost of your monthly condominium fee. You should consider your current living standards, as well as any future major expenses such as a wedding or college tuition. And, remember - buy what you can comfortably afford today, not five years from now.
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Remember to factor in the expenses and fees you will incur for a home appraisal, a home inspection and other professional services required to buy a home.
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KEY RATIOS LENDERS USE To determine how much you can afford, it is helpful to follow the guidance and key ratios lenders use : •
Lenders recommend that your mortgage payment (principal, interest, taxes and mortgage insurance) be less than 28 percent of your monthly gross income.
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Lenders look to see that all your other debts (credit cards, student loans, alimony, child support, car loans and housing expenses) are less than 30-40 percent of your monthly gross income.
For More Information
Subject To Change Upon Short Notice
LENDER
Dougherty County Public School System Lee County School System 431-1264 229-903-2100 (circulation dept.) 888-9322
Driver’s License Bureau 430-4251 Automotive Tag Office 431-3255 Voter Registration 431-3247 Correct Time 436-6121 Albany-Dougherty Chamber of Commerce 434-8700
(No Points) (No Points)
AB&T National Bank 229-446-2265
3.75
3.00
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Ameris 229-434-4555
3.875 3.125
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2.875
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Colony Bank 229-436-9000
3.625 2.875
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0
3.00
0
Flint Community Bank 229-903-1400
3.625
3.00
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3.50
0
3.125
0
Heritage Bank 229-878-2021 Northside Mortgage 229-878-1499
3.75
2.99
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3.25
0
2.75
0
3.99
2.875
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3.50
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Regions Mortgage Inc. 229-434-6817
3.875
3.00
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3.50
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3.625
Suntrust Mortgage Inc. 229-430-5494
4.125
3.10
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3.75
3.00
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12844 NML 166305 166418 28262
Synovus Mortgage 229-430-7037
4.00
3.50
Rates can be reduced with discount points. Rates are subject to change upon short notice, and discount points could change frequently. One discount point is equal to one percentage point of the loan amount and is paid when the loan is closed. Most lenders have a variety of programs. ORIGINATION FEE IS NORMALLY ONE ADDITIONAL POINT, BUT CAN VARY. Maximum amount for conventional loan is $417,000. To Participate in the column, call 888-9333. For information on specific mortgage programs call The Lender.
MORTGAGE PAYMENTS CALCULATOR Monthly interest, interest payments for 30-year, fixed rate mortgage. Escrow payments for taxes, insurance not included. Payments are rounded to the nearest dollar.
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City of Albany Georgia Power Mitchell EMC Sumter EMC 883-8330 436-3304 436-0070 759-2291 TELEPHONE AT&T Residential 888-757-6500 www.att.com Business 866-620-6000 INTERNET PROVIDERS AT&T (Dial-up 800-436-8638) (DSL 800-263-0241) www.att.com Plantel 1-800-342-7564 SurfSouth 878-6008 RECYCLING Keep Albany-Dougherty Beautiful 430-5257
30-YEAR 15-YEAR 1-YEAR ADJUSTABLE RATE (No Points) FHA and/or VA (30-Year) FHA and/or VA (15-Year) FIXED FIXED Life of USDA RATE Rate Annual Loan Margin 30 yr. Points 15 yr. Points 100% RATE
3.75%
4.00%
4.25%
4.50%
4.75%
5.00%
5.25%
5.50%
$50,000
232
239
247
255
263
271
277
284
60,000
278
287
295
303
311
319
327
332
70,000
325
335
345
355
365
375
387
398
80,000
371
382
393
403
413
423
442
455
90,000
417
430
444
458
472
486
497
512
100,000
464
478
492
506
520
534
497
512
110,000
510
526
542
558
574
590
553
568
120,000
556
573
591
609
627
645
608
625
130,000
603
621
641
661
681
700
663
682
140,000
649
669
689
709
729
749
718
739
150,000
695
717
738
760
782
804
774
795
160,000
741
764
788
812
836
860
829
852
170,000
788
812
836
860
884
908
884
909
180,000
834
860
886
912
938
964
939
966
190,000
880
908
936
964
992
1020
1050
1079
200,000
927
955
984
1011
1044
1067
1105
1136
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New year, new coat of paint: Success tips for DIY painting projects
(BPT) - Painting projects are more popular than ever with do-ityourselfers with 94 percent planning a painting project in 2015, according to a Sherwin-Williams survey of homeowners. DIYers are also planning their painting projects earlier in the year, with January, February and March marked as popular months to upgrade homes with color. If you plan to paint this year, here are some tips to help prepare you for success.
Choose colors with confidence
A fresh coat of paint in the right color can quickly transform the look and feel of any space. To help choose the perfect color for your space, take advantage of the easyto-use color selection tools available to help you find and try colors before you paint. Homeowners can use the online
Color Visualizer, for example, to virtually paint a space and try on different color combinations, making it easy to choose colors with confidence. Find color inspiration Choosing the perfect paint color is key to creating the look you want, but how do most people find the right color? More than half of DIYers (56 percent) say they look to nature for color inspiration, while more than a third (36 percent) take their color cues from Pinterest images. For added color inspiration, consider the 2015 SherwinWilliams color of the year: Coral Reef, described by the survey respondents as "cheerful," "upbeat" and "energizing." "A mix of pink, orange and red, Sherwin-Williams Coral Reef embodies the approach to design that we're seeing for the coming year," says Jackie Jordan, director
of color marketing at SherwinWilliams. "Its unexpected versatility brings life to a range of design aesthetics, whether traditional, vintage, cottage or contemporary. For a more relaxed look, it can also be paired with earthy neutral colors such as slate grays, medium-brown wood tones such as driftwood, and metallic finishes to complement its garden hue." Select the right finish Once you've decided on the perfect color, make sure you're getting the best finish for the space you are painting. For durability and washability, choose a semi-gloss paint. Semi-gloss is a good option for areas such as bathrooms and kitchens, as well as trim. For hightraffic areas, like a hallway or a kid's bedroom, satin and egg-shell paints are preferred as the finish is easy to clean and maintain. High
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Family Room
Kitchen
Formal Dining
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his week’s featured home is located in Lee County’s beautiful Hickory Grove subdivision just off highway 82. This gorgeous 3,212 square foot brick home is situated on a large lot with a privacy fence around the backyard. A concrete walking path leads from the street to the front door. The driveway to the left of the house leads to an impressive three-car garage. The front entrance of this home opens to reveal a traditional foyer with warm hardwood flooring. To the right of the foyer is a uniquely designed room with a vaulted ceiling and an arched window, which could be utilized as either a formal living room or an office. The huge window in this space floods it with natural sunlight! A ledge-style molding near the top of the walls is a great space to display awards or to show off beautiful decor. To the left of the foyer is a large dining room with a gleaming tiled floor. Two sunny windows reflect light off the tiles and add to the brightness of the space. Hanging at the center of the room is a large chandelier with an antique finish. Chair rail, wide base boards, and wide crown molding frame the walls nicely. A doorway at the rear of the dining room leads into the kitchen. Warm wood-toned cabinets, new granite counters, and light tile on the floor blend nicely together. A newly installed tile backsplash is lovely and makes for easy cleanup. The appliances are new and all stainless steel. Two fluorescent fixtures provide plenty of bright task lighting for meal preparation. Within the kitchen is a pantry closet, which provides plenty of storage for dry goods. An angled bar divides the kitchen from the breakfast nook and provides plenty of additional dining space. Two pendant lights hang over the bar. The oversized breakfast nook features the same tile as the dining room and kitchen, which allows these spaces to flow together. A decorative light fixture is at the center of the nook, and a double window streams light into the space. To the right of the nook is the door to the sunroom, which contains the entrance to the backyard. To the right of the breakfast nook and straight ahead of the foyer is the family room. This
spacious room features mid-toned hardwood flooring, two ceiling fans, and a bank of three windows overlooking the sunroom and backyard. The bedrooms are configured in a split design with the master suite being just off the breakfast nook and three additional bedrooms being off the family room. The master suite includes a spa-like bathroom and a huge walk-in closet. The master bathroom has every feature that you could want! A corner jetted tub is situated between two single sink his and hers vanities. The second vanity (hers!) makes a 90-degree turn and has additional counter space. A shower stall at the left of the room has cabinets overhead for linen storage. The additional bedrooms on the main floor share a full bathroom with a single sink vanity and a separate toilet/shower room. The first guest bedroom has a walk-in closet, the second has a standard closet, and the third has two standard closets. Upstairs is a fifth bedroom or bonus room with a full bathroom and four closets. The backyard features a patio with a walkway that leads to a wired workshop with covered outdoor storage. The backyard is spacious enough for kids and pets alike! A privacy fence surrounds the backyard. An all brick portion of the fence faces the street and has a wide wooden double gate. There’s new paint, hardware, plumbing fixtures, and lighting fixtures throughout! If you would like more information about this home or would like to schedule a private tour, please contact Danny Blackshear of Albany Realty Company at his office (229) 883-6100 or on his cell (229) 881-3030.
Sunroom
Back of Home
Master Bedroom
Master Bathroom
Wired Workshop with Covered Porch
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Gasp-worthy perils of bad indoor air - and what you can do about them
(BPT) - Cooler weather is on the way. You might think the seasonal demise of pollen-spewing flora, coupled with more time spent indoors, means allergy and asthma sufferers – not to mention the rest of us – can expect to breathe easier. Not so – if the air inside your home or office is polluted. Indoor pollutant levels can actually be two to five times worse – and sometimes more than 100 times worse – than what’s outside your house, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. When temperatures dip, Americans tend to spend more time inside and homes stay closed up as we attempt to keep warm, heated air inside. Exposure to indoor air pollution can cause a host of health problems, and it can be especially worrisome for people with existing respiratory concerns. What’s more, bad air can even cause damage to your home. Here are four gasp-worthy problems
that can stem from poor indoor air quality, and simple ways you can deflate the risk to your health and home: 1. It can make you sick. Indoor pollutants from radon (a naturally occurring gas) to dust, and volatile organic compounds (from furnishings and wall paint) to household chemicals and cleansers, have been associated with a number of health concerns. While the link between indoor air quality and respiratory ailments may
be obvious, some of the other potential health effects are not. Other problems associated with poor indoor air quality range from headache, nausea and dizziness to fatigue, dry eyes and skin, fatigue, fever and even hearing loss. What you can do: Take steps to remove stale, polluted air from inside your home or office. Good ventilation can make your home more comfortable and healthier. Opt to use a skylight for ventilation while you also reap the benefits of natural light. Energy Star-qualified solar powered fresh air skylights, like those made by Velux, can provide passive ventilation and abundant natural light. Passive ventilation through the natural chimney effect of skylights is a great way to remove fumes, odor and humidity from kitchens and bathrooms, and freshen air in other living areas of the home. What’s more, adding an energyefficient, remotecontrolled solar powered fresh air skylight complete with solar blinds can qualify you for a federal tax credit of 30 percent off the installation and equipment costs. Visit www.veluxusa.com to learn more. 2. It can damage your home. Excess moisture is one of the most damaging aspects of poor indoor air quality. Humidity not only creates breathing difficulty for people with existing respiratory problems, but it can promote the growth of mold and mildew, too, as well as lead to structural rot throughout the home. Mold can be a major problem, causing significant health woes. If mold
is present in your home, you may need to undertake costly repairs to remove it. What’s more, moisture can cause rot in areas of the home you can’t immediately see, such as inside walls, around windows or door frames and in the attic. Rot weakens a home’s structural integrity and may also require expensive repairs. What you can do: Always run vent fans in bathrooms and kitchens when you’ll be generating humidity. Supplement mechanical venting with passive airflow from fresh air skylights. If you live in a particularly damp climate, consider installing a dehumidifier on your heating, ventilation and cooling system to remove excess moisture from the air inside your home. Be vigilant for signs of mold and have any problems handled by a professional. For more tips on controlling condensation visit the Velux America site. 3. It can cost you your job. Poor indoor air quality can affect your job performance. A National Institutes of Health report cites a study in which researchers found that reducing indoor air pollution can improve workers’ performance. In fact, researchers found differences of 6 percent to 9 percent, leading them to conclude that it’s probably more cost effective for a business to reduce indoor pollutants than to increase the supply of outdoor air in a building. What you can do: If your performance at work suffers, it’s not unthinkable that an employer might look for a more energetic employee. Discuss concerns about indoor air quality with your company’s human resources team and ask what’s being done to ensure good air quality in your office. In your own space, consider environment-enhancing steps, including an ionizing air freshener, a desk lamp that mimics natural light and potted
plants that can act as natural air fresheners. 4. It can contribute to higher energy bills. Many of the pollutants that irritate your lungs and sinuses can also stress your home’s HVAC system by clogging filters. Clogged air filters force your heating and cooling systems to work harder to achieve their purpose. The harder they work, the more energy they consume. EnergyStar.gov says a buildup of dirt in a home’s HVAC system is the top source of inefficient operation and system failure. If your HVAC system is 10 years old or more, it may already be less efficient than a newer model, and indoor air pollutants can decrease its efficiency even more. What you can do: Regularly change your HVAC system’s air filters. Set a reminder on your smartphone to prompt you when it’s time to change the filter. If your HVAC system is older, consider upgrading it. EnergyStar.gov says upgrading to a newer, more efficient system could save you as much as $200 a year in heating and cooling costs.
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2, 3, & 4 BR Clean w/AC, $300/mo and up, $250 deposit Call 436-7108
2BR, CH/A, appliances, in quiet park. $265 mo./ $250 deposit. 439-8841.
3BR DW East RTO, Remodled, $525, 888-2000 759-8099
3BR East, RTO, remodeled. $395 888-2000 759-8099
3BR Lee RTO, remodeled, $550 CH&A 888-2000/759-8099
4BR/2BA, Lee Co. $725/mo. $725 dep. Call 229-349-1001.
LEE CO. 14x70 on private lot $585/mo. $585/Dep. NO PETS 229-438-9297 Pine Bluff Country Estates In East Albany Is Offering FREE 1st MONTHS RENT (with approved application) No Application Fee SE HABLO ESPANOL Large Homes, Large Yards Prices starting at $385 Call Today 229-894-3881 offer good now thru December 15th!
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Acreage........................................650 Commercial Property...................651 Condominiums/Townhouses............652 Duplexes......................................653 Furnished Apartments..................656 Furnished Homes.........................657 Hunting Leases............................658 MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE
‘91 Fleetwood MH 3BR/2BA, CH&A, stove & fridge, in S y l v e s t e r. $ 8 5 0 0 . C a l l 485-7820 Best Deals on New, Used & Repo‘d Mobile Homes, Call 229-436-7108, 288-8111 or 364-5517 FALL SPECIAL! 2008 DESTINY 16x70, 2BR/2BA, deck & carport. $29,500 or Rent for $600/MO. Gated Community. 888-0068
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Office Space................................660 Resort Property...........................663 Retail Space................................664 Roommate Wanted......................666 Room...........................................667 Rental Property Needed..............668 Unfurnished Apartments..............673 Unfurnished Homes.....................679 Warehouses/ Mini Warehouse. . . .681
DUPLEXES
3BR/2BA Winding Way Leesburg, 2BR/1BA Cromartie Beach Drive, Albany. No Pets; No Smoking; Call 229-894-6504. NEW
CONSTRUCTION DUPLEXES FOR RENT IN LEESBURG Located on N Magnolia St next to Lee Co Elem. NO GRAFA. 3BED/2BATH. $825/Month. Info and Applications on site or call 229-343-3455.
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1 & 2 BR, $85/wk. with utlities & appliaces, Downtown, 435-7646 DUPLEXES
1009 N Mckinley, 2BR/1BA, CH&A, Appl. $450/mo $450 dep. Call 229-438-7629
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OFFICE SPACE
D AW S O N R D R e t a i l / A l l inclusive office space 250-7,200 Sq.Ft. Call 432-7899
Beautiful Spacious, 3BR/2BA, off Lockette Station Rd. $700/mo Call Dexter 404-944-0408
MODERN OFFICE SPACE, Util. incl. Small & large, 1579 Hwy 19S Lee Co. Call 229-317-4183
Lee County Duplex, 112 C Winding Way, 3BR/2BA $600. 229-888-1904
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RETAIL SPACE
1200 SQ. FT. Retail, Lee Market/ Winn Dixie, Us 19 229-347-7655 1713 E. Oglethorpe. 436-3380
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Real Estate for Sale
Acreage Over 75..........................701 Acreage Under 75........................702 Commercial Buildings......................703 Commercial Lots.............................704 Condominiums/Townhouses............705 Duplexes......................................706 Homes Site..................................707
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FURNISHED ROOMS FOR RENT. Call Nancy after 4pm. 229-347-3137 ROOMS for reasonable price. Nice neighborhood. 1 Free meal per day. 229-364-6886/869-7837
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1, 2, 3 BR. Furnished, $85/wk. Downtown. Unfurnished $225-$375/mo, appl., 435-7646
1 room efficiency w/ appl. $225/MO + Dep 802 N. Harding. 436-7455 2BR East, CH&A, $455 Includes water/gas, 888-2000 759-8099 3BR/21⁄2BA Townhome 1370 sqft, $625/mo $300 dep. NOTTINGHAM APARTMENTS. Call 229-432-9351 FALL BLAST! Apartment for rent $0 deposit. Call 420-1673 FRESHLY REMODELED APTS. 1BR/1BA Crossbow Ct, quiet, Appl. $495/Mo $400 dep. Call 229-446-4400
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Homes for Sale............................708 Homes for Sale Information.........709 Investment Property.....................710 Real Estate Wanted.....................711 Rental Property............................712 Resort Property............................713 Warehouses.................................714
UNFURNISHED APARTMENTS
Woodplne Way Apartment Homes 421 South Westover Blvd, Albany, GA Clean, Quiet, & Safe 1,2 & 3 BRs W/D Connections - Call 420-4074 TDD# 800-548-2546 Westover Place Apartment Homes 419 South Westover Blvd, Albany, GAClean, Quiet & Safe 1,2 & 3 BRs W/D Connections - Call 435-5425 TDD# 800-548-2546
1BR/11⁄2BA, CH&A, East, $375 888-2000, 759-8099 1BR $475/mo and 2br/11⁄2ba $550/mo NW townhouse, appliances, $400/deposit 435-8476
GREENBRIAR APARTMENTS
3110 Graystone Lane - Off Beattie Rd.
MOVE IN SPECIAL 435-1017
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COUNTRY PLACE APARTMENTS
Call about our Specials!! 229-435-4325
RENT SPECIAL!! LG. 3 BR Starting at $550/MO CH/A, All Appl.,W/D Hookup, Willows Apts. 432-9585
Rivercrest Apartments. $250 DEPOSIT, $585/M, 3BR/2BA with appliances, W/D Connections Community Laundry facility, On Site Security, Pool, Playground, Basketball Court, Covered Picnic Area, Nearby Public Transportation. GHFA, DCA, HUD, Section 8, A A R C VA S H A c c e p t e d . 229-483-9400 NW ALBANY Rental Rates Cut $199 MOVE IN SPECIAL No Application Fee $ 00 1 BR...............................from ........ 389 $ 00 2 BR, 1 BA.............from ........ 439 $ 00 2 BR, 2 BA............from ........ 489 Townhome from $ 3 BR, 2.5 BA.............. 50900
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Lovely 2BR townhouse with 11⁄2BA, W/D connections, all appliances included, located in the historic garden district, include locally monitored alarm system. $450/mo + deposit. Flint Realty 888-2290
1203 Whispering Pines Albany, GA 31707 More Available @ www.rentalbanyga.com Mon-Fri 9am-5pm *DUPLEXES/TRIPLEXES /QUADS* 1406-B Davis 2BR/1BA(Special) $425/$350 103-B Gala 3BR/2BA (SPECIAL) $675/mo $585 dep 1127-B University 2BR/1BA (SPECIAL) $450/mo $350 dep. 104-F Winding Way 3BR/2BA (SPECIAL) $625/mo $500 dep. 935 17th Ave. 2BR/1BA (Special) $545/mo $445 dep. 140 Westcott Ln. 3BR/2BA (SPECIAL) $675/mo $400 dep. *APARTMENTS* 2110 Lennox #14, 12, 27 2BR/2BA (SPECIAL) $575/mo $500 dep 2024 Oglethorpe #11 (SPECIAL) 2BR/1BA $475/mo $400 dep. 1515 Palmyra #13 1BR/1BA (SPECIAL) $390/mo $295 dep.
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134 Laurelwood Ct., 3BR/2BA, granite/tile, $900/mo $900 dep. Lee Co. 886-4851 or 344-4174
*HOUSES* 714 Moultrie Rd. 3BR/1BA, (SPECIAL) $495/mo $350 dep. 108 Unicoi 3BR/2BA, (LEE CO) $895/mo $800 dep. 1623 Northwood Dr. 3BR/2BA $895/mo $700 dep. 224 Glade 3BR/2BA (SPECIAL) $845/mo $600 dep.
329-A STATION CROSSING 3BR/2BA $495/mo $495 dep. OFFICE SPACE: Individual Office Space for Rent, Location: 1120 Stuart Ave. (Geer & Associates) Utilities Included.
229-889-1040
UNFURNISHED HOMES
DEPOSIT IS SAME AS RENT
*AVAILABLE NOW* 2006 KEYSTONE
3BR-2BA $750/mo.
2324 B Jim Stokes 3BR-2BA $650/mo.
3006 Woodridge Ct 4BR-2BA $650/mo.
906 A VAN BUREN GRAFA APPROVED 2 BR 1 BA RENT 475 DEP 350
2533 Hilltop Dr.
2BR-2BA $600/mo. Special- 1/2 December’s Rent
1212 Edgerly
3BR-1BA $550/mo.
1105 ELEVENTH
GRAFA APPROVED 2 BR 1 BA RENT 550 DEP 400
631 W. Lincoln
3BR-2BA $495/mo.
710 N Van Buren
2BR-1BA $495/mo.
2308 B JIM STOKES 3 BR 2 BA RENT 650 DEP 450
306 Elsom St.
1 or 2BR-1BA $400-$450/mo.
1001 W. Residence 1204 B Colquitt
3 BR 2 BA RENT 765 DEP 600
2BR-1BA $300/mo.
Storage 2520 N. Slappey Blvd 8X8X20
$50.00/mo.
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1212 Dawson Road Albany, GA 31707
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FOR SALE
5917 Hardup Road, 3BR, 2BA, $66,500 112 Honeysuckle, 3 BR, 2 BA, $87,820 111 Northampton, 4 BR, 2BA, Pool, $180,000 702 Cherry (vancant lot), $5,000 2201 Friar Tuck, 4BR, 2BA, $67,500 2704 Joshua, 2BR, 1BA, $14,000 304 Tremont, 3BR, 1 BA, $25,000 5601 Ironwood (vacant lot), 3.34 acres, $55,000 2015 Sharon, 3BR, 2BA, $49,900 906 Holloway, 3BR ,1BA, $50,000 1216 Mulberry 2BR 1 BA $15,000 214 Main St(Sasser), 3BR, 3 BA, $159,000 903 Mercer, 4BR, 3BA, $85,000 203 S Valencia, 4br, 2ba, $24,999 3504 Royal Scot, 4BR, 3BA, $74,000 2800 Capers Ln. 3BR, 2BA, $74,200 3945 1st Ave (Arabi,Ga) 3br 3ba $44,500
PENDING
3438 Plantation 3BR, 2BA $950per mo.
125 Laurelwood 3BR/2BA (SPECIAL) $845/mo $650 dep. 2723 Westgate 3BR/2BA $895/mo $795 dep.
Deposit Is Same As Rent
1926 Dawson Rd.
2303-B Dominion Ct 3BR/2BA $725
2304-A Dominion Ct 4BR/3BA $895 606 N. Cleveland
B&B Rental Agency Since 1946 605 Pine Ave • 435-5216
Upstairs 1BR $285
608-A N. Cleveland 2BR/1BA $385 Window A/C
132 ROBERTSON (LEE) 3BR $1095 mth/$900 dep
1008-A N. Davis
1402 9TH AVE 3BR $750 mth/$700 dep
1BR/1BA $345
1312-B Whitney
1213 9TH AVE 2BR $650 mth/$600 dep
2BR/1BA $325/mo
111 HILLSIDE (LEE) 3BR $875 mth/$750 dep
506 S Valencia
888-5843 2BR/1BA $435/mp
168 NACOOCHEE (LEE) 3BR $795 mth/$750 dep 172 A PELHAM (LEE) 3BR $595 mth/$500 dep 2814 B FALCON 2BR $595 mth/$500 dep
2BR-1BA $350/mo.
149 PELHAM
FOR RENT
3BR/1BA CHA, Appl. $650/MO + Dep 1201 Stephen 435-6088
3BR, Lee, HW floor, remodeled, $895 888-2000 759-8099
2202 E. Alberson
925 SOCIETY
Albany Property Management
3BR-2BA $795/mo
3BR-2BA $750/mo.
UNFURNISHED HOMES
2304 Dominion Ct. 4BR/3BA, $895/mo $895 dep. 888-5843 APM
3BR/2BA 3206 Harvest Ln. Albany $800/Mo + $800/dep 229-432-8442 229-291-5271
Dougherty County 3600 Mayfair Ct.
GRAFA APPROVED 2 BR 1 BA RENT 395 DEP 200
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Webster County
2156 Spanns Mill Rd
GRAFA APPROVED 3 BR 1 BA RENT 460 DEP 350
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FOR RENT 1107 N Madison Street
920 11th Avenue
Apartment 3 bed, 2 bath Hardwood Floors, Sunroom Updated, Large Rooms Washer & Dryer Included 1 Block from Hospital $700/month
House 3 bed, 1 bath DCA Accepted Laundry Room, Fenced Yard $600/month
Townhouse, 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath, All Updated, All Appliances Included. $550/month
Duplex 2 Bed, 1 Bath. DCA Accepted Large Rooms, Hardwood Floors Fireplace, Fenced Yard $575/month
2514-C Buck Court
1002-B 7th Avenue
435-5467 110 N. WESTOVER BLVD ALBANY, GA
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3BR/2BA in NW ALBANY, $800/mo $500 dep. Call 229-881-5092
Country Home, 3BR/2BA, $850/mo $1000 dep 776-3020 776-7750
4BR/3BA, Devon Village, all appls, no pets, 1 Yr Lease. $1400/mo Call 430-0166
GLENDALE, Lee Co. 147 Creek Dr. 3BR/2BA, garage. $700/mo $700 dep. no pets. call 436-0039
4BR Lake Park, HW floor, remodeled, $1200 888-2000
LEE CO, 125 Laurelwood, 3BR/2BA, $895/mo No Grafa! 344-6529
508 Willard Ave, off S. Madison. 3BR/1BA, $375/mo $375 dep. 894-5902
Westwood 3BR/2BA $895/Mo No pets/Grafa 432-1551
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Lee Co. 3&4 BR Avail. 435-1327 LEESBURG, Lease or Rent-toOwn, 3BR/2BA, 2 acres, 2300 sqft, 2 car carport + 2 car garage/workshop. $1550/mo $900 dep includes lawn care. Call 229-395-1473 New Home For Lease 3BR/2BA in the City of Leesburg. $1200/mo. Call 229-343-0900.
903 9TH Ave
3 Bd/2 Ba Fenced Yard/Back Porch $675 Sec Dep/$675 Rent
314 Hobson St, Sylvester 3 Bd/2 Ba Carport/Fenced Yard $625 Sec Dep/$625 Rent
1536 DOUGHERTY AVE, ALBANY, GA
229-420-8929 Ext. 2101
Purchasing used items may be good for the wallet, but such purchases also can benefit the environment. Used items go on sale every day, whether they’re preowned cars or used clothing. Saving items from landfills prematurely reduces the number of new things that need to be manufactured, saving energy as well as money. There are so many ways to make the most of used merchandise and find the things you need. Here are some ways men and women concerned about the environment can look to preowned items to benefit the planet and their pocketbooks. Garage sales, tag sales, yard sales, and flea markets are great places to find preowned items. Men and women who are both bargain- and eco-conscious can organize their own neighborhood sales where several houses around the neighborhood pool their items for one large sale. Bargain hunters can then peruse the collected merchandise and feel good knowing their purchases are benefitting the environment.
1001 W. Oglethorpe
115-C Winding Way (Lee Co) 3BR/2BA…$625RNT/350DEP
184 Huntington Dr (Lee Co)
3BR/2BA…$1300RNT/$900DEP
127-D Winding Way (Lee Co) 3BR/2BA…$625RNT/$350DEP
1405 11TH Ave
3BR/2BA…$750RNT/$450DEP
124 Mosseydale
3BR/2BA…$700RNT/$400DEP
3101-G & J Crepe Myrtle
1BR/1BA…$450RNT/$300DEP
2503 Redwood Ct #2
2BR/1.5BA…$595RNT/$350DEP
2811-A Partridge
2302-B Jim Stokes
3BR/2BA…$695RNT/$400DEP
2312-A Dominion Ct (RENT SPECIAL)
3BR/2BA…$695RNT/$400DEP
1002 Hobson
3BR/2BA…$550RNT/$400DEP
1326 Mobile
3BR/2BA…$625RNT/$400DEP
503 Flamingo
3BR/2BA…$995RNT/ 950DEP
Mayfair Units
(RENT SPECIAL)
2309-B Old Dominion
3BR/2BA…$695RNT/$400DEP
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ACREAGE OVER 75
Drawdy Properties for rent 3605 - 07 Mayfair 3BR/2BA $750/MO $600/Dep 2313 Cascade 3BR/1.5BA $795/MO + $600/Dep, 2609 Costner Ct. Townhouse $625/MO + $500/Dep. 432-0317
Publisher’s Notice
LEE CO, 4BR/2BA, $890/MO & 3BR/2BA, garage, $1250/MO. The Wright Co. 435-0654 WORTH CO Country Living, 665 Evergreen Rd. 2BR/2BA, remodeled. Call 229-343-4501
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ACREAGE OVER 75
165 ACRES, West Dougherty Co. Paved Rd, surrounded by plantations, private/pretty. Call Craig Brown, Southestern Hunting Services, Inc. 229-432-1010 Danfair Hunting Plantation, 172 acres, Sumter County GA, Famous quail and deer and turkey hunting . Beautiful Lodge and other buildings, planted pines and hardwoods, creek frontage, food plots. Visit www.jdurhamauctions.com to view pictures, maps and plat. C a l l J o e D u r h a m 229.436.2733. to schedule an appointment. $2990.00 per acre.
EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertised in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1988 which makes it illegal to advertise any preference limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin or any intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.
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107-B Embleton
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2BR/1BA…$325RNT/$50DEP
3BR/2BA…$595RNT/$400DEP
ACREAGE OVER 75
115.6 acres, Webster County, (at the Terrell County line) , just off Hwy 520, planted pines, nice pond, hardwoods, large cabin (cabin needs to be finished) electricity on property. Abundant deer , turkey and ducks. Visit www.jdurhamauctions.com to view pictures, plat and aerial map. This property is BANK OWNED!! Call Joe Durham 229-436-2733 for more information. $2250.00 per acre.
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Don't let hitchhiking pests spoil your holiday season New Year
(BPT) - As the days get shorter and a wintry chill sets in across the country, families are beginning to prepare their homes for the most wonderful time of the year. Though it is all too easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the busy holiday season, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) urges homeowners to take precautions against hitchhiking pests such as rodents, ants, spiders and mites that may be hiding in holiday decorations. "The holidays are a time for families and friends to come together, and pests are not a welcome part of that equation," says Missy Henriksen, vice president of public affairs for the NPMA. "Insects and arachnids, and their eggs, can use
Christmas trees, wreaths and firewood to hitch a ride into your home, while rodents may take up residence in decorations that have not been stored in pest-proof containers." The NPMA offers the following tips for keeping pests outdoors this holiday season: * Shake off trees, wreaths and garlands outdoors and carefully inspect them for pests or eggs that may be hiding deep in the branches. * If copying a DIY natural decoration from Pinterest or another craft site, thoroughly inspect all foliage and greenery outside the home before beginning the project. * Store firewood on a raised structure that is located at least 20 feet away from the home and check the wood for pests before
bringing it indoors. * After pulling decorations out of storage, unpack them outdoors to check for pests, such as mice. Look inside boxes for signs of rodents such as droppings or gnaw marks, especially on strings of lights, to ensure the wiring is fully intact. * When it comes time to pack up decorations after the holiday season, use durable, sealed containers that pests can't chew through instead of cardboard boxes or plastic bags.
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gloss paints are also extremely durable and easy to clean, making them perfect for windows, doors and trim. For spaces that have something to hide, a flat finish will work to your advantage. Paint your space in the correct order
* For more information and holiday decorating tips, visit PestWorld.org. Following these easy pest prevention tips will go a long way in protecting your home and your family's health this holiday season. For information about common pests and how to prevent them, visit www.pestworld.org.
When planning your painting project, also consider the order in which you paint your space. Start with the ceiling, followed by the walls. If two coats of paint are needed, finish both coats before moving to the next step. Then, paint the windows from top to bottom. After the windows, paint the baseboards, trim and doorframe. Finally, paint the door. Following this order will help ensure a smoother painting process and will require fewer cleanups. For more help in planning your next painting project, visit your local Sherwin-Williams store or www.sherwinwilliams.com.
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1009 8th Avenue
Florist Shop Since 1985 Well Established Customer Base, Churches, Funeral Homes, Schools & Hospitals Includes Inventory & Used Equipment $51,000 - Business Only
JEFF POOLE 733-4680 GOOD LIFE REALTY 436-3353
NEW LISTINGS
EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY
New Listings $ 1000 Each
FOR SALE OR LEASE
1604 Oakridge Drive
5,700 SF, 2.5 AC, Loading dock, easy Access to Newton Road and Us Hwy 19. Owner is a licensed Real Estate agent in the state of Ga. MURRAY M. WEBB & ASSC. 0-229-446-8802 / C-229-343-0243
99 S Harney Street $34,900, MLS# 132693 3BR, 1.5BA, 2,221 sqft Victorian style home in Camilla. What a great buy! Pam Nelson: 291-1565 COLDWELL BANKER WALDEN & KIRKLAND 436-8811
955 Pine Avenue $74,900, MLS# 132698 3BR, 2BA, 1,192 sqft In great shape and ready for a new owner!! Mary Linda Cotten: 347-0953 COLDWELL BANKER WALDEN & KIRKLAND 436-8811
383 Martindale Drive $219,900, MLS# 132714 4BR, 2.5BA, 2,500 sqft Great brick home in Callaway Lakes S/D! Ann Brunson: 881-5600 COLDWELL BANKER WALDEN & KIRKLAND 436-8811
2495 Old Smithville Road $149,500, MLS# 132719 3BR, 2BA, 2,179sqft, Convenient to Lee Co. schools, but away from the hustle and bustle! A must see! Cindy Martins: 347-7002 COLDWELL BANKER WALDEN & KIRKLAND 436-8811
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