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435-1717

www.lakeblackshear.com

Vonnice Brown 344-4700

Chuck Willcox 435-1717

Allan Willcox 435-1717

Jennifer Blount 349-0929

2031 N. Slappey Blvd Albany, GA

Mandy Chambers 886-1853

Tippin Heiden 395-0199

Paul Powell 347-9829

Kathy Slaughter 347-8650

Betty Townsell 881-2665

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Lake Blackshear, Great Excellent Location! Furniture Come enjoy the lake! Dock Circle - Large lot with Dock Great Weekend Place! COME ENJOY THE LAKE! Views on High Bluff! New All Furniture Stays, $235,000, included 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, with boat lifts, 90 Feet on the and Boathouse, over 100 roof and paint, 3 BR, 3 Bedroom, 2 BA, 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Sunroom, Dock with boat & water, 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, feet on water, 3 Bedroom, 2 BA, garage, 300 ft on Dock with boat slip, Dock / Seawall, jet ski lifts, Screened Porch, Tiled floors, Metal roof. Seawall , $395,000 water $395,000 $192,500

$345,000

MLS# 130666 $329,000

MLS# 129728

Call Chuck 886-2521 MLS# 130667

$197,900, 4BR / 2BA, Hickory Grove , 4 Bedroom, 3 bedroom 2 bath 2028 SF. Beautiful Hickory 2.5 Baths, Built 2010, Over with bonus room, fireplace, Grove home on quiet cul-de- 2000 square ft, Fenced vaulted ceilings sac with his/her vanity, wood Yard, Open floor plan and fenced yard. floors, fenced yard and more! $ 210,000

$105,000

MLS # 131178

Large Sunroom,

MLS # 131150

Leesburg - $89,900, completely updated! On 1 acre, All appliances, 3 BR 2 BA, eat in kitchen, brick home, carport plenty of cabinets space and storage.

MLS# 130577

$177,900 Leesburg, North Highland Lee County beautiful brick Crossing S/D, 3 Bedroom, home in Doublegate SD. 3br 2.5ba, fireplace, screened 2 Bath over 1600 Square FT, Updated, $139,900 porch, fenced yard, on one acre lot! MLS #130027

MLS # 130108

MLS# 130799

FORECLOSURE LAKE PARK S/D, $178,500 , 4500 Square FT, 4 Bedroom, Mother In Law Suite

Beautiful brick home 4br 2.5ba with bonus room, fireplace, granite counters, eat in kitchen, pool, hot tub, wet bar, 2 car garage & more! $185,000 MLS#130576

883-6100

Dianne Barlow 886-4777

Lisa Bartlett 214-0005

Judy Bowles 449-8710

Mark Daniels 347-3454

Thomasine Dye-Thomas

432-5527

Mike Flynn 376-2361

Susie Hardin 291-3977

William Jackson 344-3029

Terri Kerrey 894-3050

Erica Nepote 395-6861

Raines Watkins 291-5303

Kristy Wingate 343-4663

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Reduced Great Investment! $36,900 3 bedroom 1 bath, 1400 Square ft

Northwest Albany Foreclosure, $87,900, 2031 Square FT, 3 Bedroom, Fenced

Northwest Albany, 3 Bedroom 2 BA, 1962 Square FT, Formal Dining Room, Large Family RM, Den $125,000

MLS# 130363

MLS# 130824

MLS# 130534

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100 ft. on the Water. Great Views Call Chuck 886-2521

150 ft. Right on the Water. Call Allan 886-2828

Lake Park, $107,000, 1798 SQ. FT. 3 BR, 2 BA

$259,900 4BR / 2.5 BA 2610 SF Speciality Ceiling, Fireplace Large Master Suite, Split Floor plan

$136,000 3BR / 2BA 1964 SF Custom Built Entertainment Center 3ft Brick Patio Wall , Gas Fplace

$84,900 2BR / 2BA 1092 SF Convenient Condo Location Patio w/ privacy Fence

MLS # 130966

MLS # 127301

MLS # 131310

$84,500 3BR / 2BA 1362 SF Living Room , Eat in Kitchen Paved Alley Entrance to Carport

$117,500 3BR / 2BA 2191 SF Beautiful Sunroom, Updated Kitchen Open Floor Plan, Fenced

$25,000 4BR / 2BA 1776 SF Investor Special, Long Term Tenant Duplex made into Single Family Home

MLS # 131628

MLS # 130109

MLS # 131615

LOTS FOR SALE LAKE BLACKSHEAR Open lot with more than 120 ft. of waterfront property. Includes dock.

150 ft. of Water Front 1.11 acres w/more than Property, Well or City 280 ft. Overlooking Water. Very Good Water Location. 196 ft. Water Front. Water, Sep. Tank

Call Allan 886-2828

Several Lots in New Subdivision. Restrictive Covenants, Excellent Neighborhood. Water Front Lots Start at .

130 ft. on Main Lake. Call Chuck 886-2521

1.16 acre,

100 ft. Water Front, 0.8 Acre

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INSURANCE COSTS PROPERTY TAXES Home Value

Contents Value

Monthly Premium

$100,000

$80,000

$24

125,000

100,000

150,000

120,000

175,000

140,000

200,000

160,000

225,000

180,000

250,000

200,000

Home Value $

Based on 1999 Brick Veneer home in Albany. Includes replacement contents with $300,000 Liability. Has $500 deductible. Compliments of Copelan Insurance Agency, Inc.

60,000

Lee

Dougherty

7581

7539

6749

7249

5949

5319

80,000

10468

10052

8999

9666

7932

7092

100,000

13086

12565

11249

12082

9915

8866

150,000

19629

18848

16873

18124

14873

13299

200,000

26172

25131

22498

24165

19831

17732

250,000

22165

327

314

281

302

247

Calculations based on 2002 mileage rate -- monthly payments multiply value of home times 40%, multiply answer time mileage rate divide by twelve for monthly payment These are ESTIMATED tax rates. They are based upon 2002 millage rates for each city and county and include school tax. The Homestead Exemption discount is not included.

HOW MUCH HOUSE CAN YOU AFFORD? Monthly Gross Income

Maximum • Mortgage Payment

Maximum •• Monthly Debt

MORTGAGE RATES

Mitchell

Albany Leesburg Smithville County County County

House Value † 30 Year Mortgage

House Value‡ 15 Year Mortgage

Subject To Change Upon Short Notice

LENDER AB&T National Bank 229-446-2265

3.75

3.25

Ameris 229-434-4555

4.125

3.25

3.75

Colony Bank 229-436-9000

4.00

3.125

3.625

2.875

4.125 3.125

3.75

3.25

4.00

3.25

3.75

3.25

Heritage Bank 229-878-2021

4.125

3.25

3.75

3.00

3.99

3.00

3.50

EMG Mortgage 229-420-9364

65,164

50,028

648

73,309

56,281

2,000

560

720

81,455

62,535

2,200

616

792

89,600

68,788

2,400

672

864

97,745

75,042

2,600

728

936

105,891

81,295

2,800

784

1,008

114,036

87,549

Northside Mortgage 229-878-1499

3,000

840

1,080

122,182

93,802

12844 NML 166305 166418 28262

3,200

896

1,152

130,327

100,056

3,400

952

1,224

138,473

106,309

3,600

1,008

1,296

146,618

112,563

3,800

1,064

1,368

154,764

118,816

4,000

1,120

1,440

162,909

125,070

4,200

1,176

1,512

171,055

131,323

4,400

1,232

1,584

179,200

137,577

4,600

1,288

1,656

187,345

143,830

4,800

1,344

1,728

195,491

150,084

5,000

1,400

1,800

203,636

156,337

5,200

1,456

1,872

211,782

162,591

5,400

1,512

1,944

219,927

168,844

5,600

1,568

2,016

228,073

175,098

5,800

1,624

2,088

236,218

181,351

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

SCHOOL INFORMATION Dougherty County Public School System Lee County School System 431-1264 229-903-2100 DAILY NEWSPAPER (circulation dept.) 888-9322 OTHER IMPORTANT NUMBERS 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

To Advertise in the Real Estate Showcase contact Debi Griffin at 888-7653 or debi.griffin@albanyherald.com

30 yr.

576

AT&T Residential 888-757-6500 Business 866-620-6000

Rate

504

www.att.com

Rate

Cap

448

TELEPHONE

Cap

3.00

1,800

ELECTRICAL & NATURAL GAS COMPANIES City of Albany Georgia Power Mitchell EMC Sumter EMC 883-8330 436-3304 436-0070 759-2291

(No Points) (No Points)

4.00

$1,600

• Determined by multiplying gross wages by .28, a common method used by lending institutions. •• Determined by multiplying gross wages by .36, a common method used by lending Institutions. † Based on an average interest rate of 7.5% ‡ Based on an average interest rate of 7.25% This table is intended only as a guide. For more specific information, contact a local lending institution.

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

Flint Community Bank 229-903-1400

3.875

Regions Mortgage Inc. 229-434-6817

4.125 3.125

3.75

3.00

3.75

Suntrust Mortgage Inc. 229-430-5494

4.125

3.10

4.00

Synovus Mortgage 229-430-7037

4.00

3.00

3.50

3.25

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.

$50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 160,000 170,000 180,000 190,000 200,000

$252 309 365 422 479 536 593 649 706 763 820 876 933 990 1047 1104

260 317 373 430 487 544 601 657 714 771 828 884 941 998 1055 1112

268 325 381 438 495 552 609 665 722 779 836 892 949 1006 1063 1120

276 333 389 446 503 560 617 673 730 787 844 900 957 1014 1071 1128

284 341 397 454 511 568 625 681 738 795 852 908 965 1022 1079 1136

292 350 409 467 525 584 641 700 759 817 875 934 992 1050 1109 1167

$300 360 420 480 540 600 660 719 779 839 899 959 1019 1079 1139 1199

$308 369 431 493 554 616 677 739 800 862 924 985 1047 1108 1170 1231

$316 379 442 506 569 632 695 758 822 885 948 1011 1075 1138 1201 1264

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Things to consider before downsizing your home COURTESY OF METRO CONNECTION

The decision to downsize a home is often bittersweet. Many couples who downsize their homes do so after raising a family. A home might be filled with memories, but downsizing a home helps couples save more money, and that financial flexibility often allows men and women to more fully enjoy their retirement. But in spite of the financial impact of downsizing a home, there's more than just money at stake for homeowners thinking of downsizing their homes. The following are a handful of factors homeowners should consider before downsizing to a smaller home. Real estate market The real estate market can be a seller's friend or foe. Many sellers have a sale price in mind when they decide to sell their home, but the real estate market can be fickle, so homeowners should do their research before putting their home up for

15 PER LISTING PER WEEK

These homes have been reduced by $5,000 or more.

REDUCED TO $174,500

REDUCED TO $89,900

2204 CHAPMAN MLS#131375 3/4BR, 3BA, 2426 SF Great Lake Park Home, Granite Hardwood - Nice! DEBBIE FULFORD 343-4200 RE/MAX OF ALBANY, INC 434-1600

3205 AUTUMN MLS#131072 3BR, 2BA, 1497 SF Little Cash Needed - Acre Lot, Immacute - Low Payments DEBBIE FULFORD 343-4200 RE/MAX OF ALBANY, INC 434-1600

REDUCED $30,000

REDUCED $10,000

242 WIREGRASS WAY $429,900, MLS#130670 3BR, 3.5BA, 3911 SF Custom, Executive Home In Callaway Lakes CHRIS FAULK 886-3285 COLDWELL BANKER WALDEN & KIRKLAND 436-8811

308 COOKVILLE $324,900, MLS#128416 4BR, 3BA, 3362 SF, GR w/FP, Gourmet Kitchen w/FP & island, Luxury MBR, 8.92 acres, stocked pond, fenced SUE WOODS 886-1446 RE/MAX OF ALBANY, INC 434-1600

REDUCED $10,100

Contact

sale. Will the current market make it easier for you to get the most for your home, or will you have to settle for less than you prefer? How fast are similar homes in your area selling? When studying the real estate market, it's also a good idea to study the market for smaller homes. If you plan on moving into a condominium but the market is not flush with properties, you might end up paying more than you want to for your new home, which might negate the savings you can expect from downsizing. Furniture When downsizing to a smaller home, many couples realize their current furniture is unlikely to fit into a smaller home. That means couples will have to sell or donate their current furniture and then buy all new items for their new home. If it's been a while since you purchased new furniture, you might be in for some sticker shock on your first visit to the furniture store. Another thing to consider regarding your furniture is which items you simply can't live without. An antique dinner table might have been the centerpiece for your family holidays over the last several decades, but there's no guarantee it will fit into your smaller home. You may want to pass this down to your son or daughter, but that's only possible if he or she has the room for it. Before deciding to downsize, consider your attachment to certain items that you may or may not be able to take with you to your new home and the emotional toll that selling such items might take if you're left with no other options. Proximity to family When downsizing to a smaller home, many couples move out of the suburbs and into cities or towns with more ready access to culture and restaurants. While that accessibility is great, grandparents may find that it comes at the cost of less time with their grandchildren. That's a steep price to pay for doting grandparents, See Downsizing, page 6

Multimedia Representative Albany Herald 112 ORCHARD HILL $139,900, MLS#130412 3BR, 2BA, 1792 SF, lrg GR w/FP, Kit w/island & brkfst area, DR, new HVAC & Water Htr, dbl garage & lrg patio SUE WOODS 886-1446 RE/MAX OF ALBANY, INC 434-1600

today to run your listing next Sunday 229-888-7653

DEALS • DEALS

Gorgeous waterfront home that sits on 1 acre. 5BR, 4BA, 4091 Sq Ft, large updated kitchen w/ granite & stainless steel appliances, vaulted ceiling in GR w/ FP & hdwd flrs, Fabulous Master Suite, 2 bonus rooms. 300 ft covered porch, fenced backyard & dock area. $424,900.

of albany, inc.

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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

Contact Debi Griffin today for Next Sunday 888-7653 working with you to make your dream of homeownership a reality.

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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and it may also impact your children if they frequently rely on grandma and Continued from page 4 grandpa for babysitting. Before downsizing, consider if you're willing to move further away from your family. If not, you likely can still find a smaller home in close proximity to your current home and any nearby family members. Medical care Many older men and women must also consider the effect that moving may have on their medical care. Downsizing to a home in the country may make it harder to maintain contact with your current physician, and rural areas typically have less medical practitioners than more densely populated towns and cities. In addition, if you have been visiting the same physician for years, you may not want to move and have to start all over again with a physician who is unfamiliar with your medical

Downsizing

1500

PER LISTING PER WEEK

$189,500 MLS#131374 2BR, 2BA, 1420+SF quiet waterfront setting boathouse - great fishing!

Contact Debi Griffin Multimedia Representative Albany Herald to run a Lake Blackshear Listing in next week’s HOMES

229-888-7653

$119,900 MLS#129459 150’ water frontage in peaceful, serene setting offering your own private concrete boat ramp, new dock, and cleared for building.

debi.griffin@albanyherald.com

www.needmoreproperties.com

history. Consider how much maintaining your existing relationship with your physician means to you, and if your next home will provide the kind of access to medical care you're likely to need. Downsizing a home is not just about moving into a smaller property. To ensure you're making the right decision, many factors must be considered before downsizing.

OPEN HOUSE 2- SU 4 N pm

2014 Weymouth Drive

West On Gillionville, Right On Weymouth, Home On Right

4818 Marlborough $299,000 MLS#131336 5 BR/3BA/2half BA, 4382 SF CROFTON SUBDIVISION in immaculate condition Sunroom, sprinkler system, plantation shutters, & many more extras! Debbie Satterfield 343-6307 Needmore Properties 439-1837

8455 Graves Highway PRICE REDUCED! $169,900.MLS# 127160 3BR/2BA Lovely/Ready to move in! Hardwood Floors, storage shed and pole barn PLUS entertainment pavilion with bath and outdoor kitchen. Debbie Satterfield 343-6307 Needmore Properties 439-1837

$129,900 MLS#129320, 3 BR/2 BA, 2118 SF Beautiful, updated all brick home. A must see! ALICE JOLLEY 869-0358 COLDWELL BANKER WALDEN & KIRKLAND 436-8811

OPEN HOUSE LISTINGS $

Starting at

15.00

2- SU 4 N pm

612 Ingleside Drive

Dawson Rd To Magnolia, Left On N. Ingleside, Last House On The Cul-de-sac

$199,500, MLS# 131022, 3BR, 2full & 2half BA, 3201 SF, Completely Remodeled in NW Albany! Gourmet kit w/ all new appliances, full basement w/kit., wired workshop CALLIE HUGHEY WALKER 344-5261 HUGHEY & NEWMAN, INC. 436-0212

To place your Open House call Debi Griffin Multimedia Representative Albany Herald

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325 Willow Lake Dr, Leesburg

Article and Photos by JENNIFER KING jennifer.king@albanyherald.com ocated in Lee County just off Highway 82 is a charming white house in the Hickory Grove subdivision. This four bedroom, two and a half bath home was built in 2010 and has tons of desirable features! The covered front porch is spacious enough for seating. At its center, the front door opens to a traditional foyer with hardwood floors and chair rail. Both of these features run throughout all of the living spaces and the master bedroom. Directly to the left of the foyer is the formal dining room. At the center of this space is an up-light chandelier, which illuminates the room

nicely. Two bright windows allow natural sunlight to flow. Crown molding and chair rail add lovely finishing touches. Adjacent to the dining room is the custom designed kitchen. Granite countertops gleam in here as they reflect light from the recessed fixtures. White cabinets brighten up the space and flow nicely with the stainless steel appliances. A breakfast bar offers plenty of casual dining space. On the opposite side of the breakfast bar is a lovely breakfast nook with a large window for veiwing the fenced backyard. The hardwoods continue from the kitchen into this space. The door to the screened porch is

located in the nook. Just off the kitchen is a hallway that leads to the master suite, the laundry room, a half bath, and the garage. The master suite is to the right. The suite features hardwood flooring, a seating area, and a private bathroom. A double tray ceiling in the bedroom is a unique architectural feature! The private bathroom offers two walk-in closets, a jetted tub, a large tiled shower stall, and a separate water closet. At the heart of the home is the living room. Here you will find hardwoods, a tray ceilng, and a fireplace.This is a spacious place to gather and relax with your family!

$210,000 Three guest bedrooms are located just off the living room. Each room offers plenty of closet storage. A guest bathroom with a granite topped vanity is shared among the bedrooms. The screen porch on the rear features stamped concrete, which resembles tile. The screen door leads out to a deck and into the grassy backyard. The backyard is fenced and offers plenty of playing space for children and pets! If you would like more information about this home, please contact Allan Willcox of Willcox Realty Company at his office (229) 435-1717 or on his cell (229) 886-2828.

Formal Dining Room

Master Bedroom

Screened Porch

Living Room

Kitchen

Guest Bedroom

Guest Bathroom

Breakfast Nook

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How to repair dead grass

COURTESY OF METRO CONNECTION

A patch of dead grass on an otherwise lush lawn can be a frustrating eyesore for homeowners. Whether lawn care is your passion or just something you do to maintain the value of your home, dead grass can be exasperating. But as unsightly as dead grass can be, addressing it and restoring the dead patches can be somewhat simple. Before you can restore grass, however, you must first identify the source of the problem. Grass often dies because of urine damage, which is typically characterized by a dead spot surrounded by otherwise green grass. Grub infestation might be at fault when dead grass appears, and such an infestation often produces patches of light brown grass that are scattered throughout the lawn. It's also possible that dead grass is a result of human error. If your lawn was overfertilized, then patches of graygreen grass may appear. Fungal disease is another common culprit behind dead grass, and such disease can manifest itself in different ways. Once you have identified why the grass is dead, which may require the help of a professional, then you can begin to treat your lawn. Urine damage Urine damage is often limited to a particular area of the grass where your family pet routinely relieves itself. Once a particular patch of grass has worn down, the pet may move on to another spot. But if you quickly notice a dead spot due to urine damage, you can train the animal to urinate elsewhere, limiting the damage it causes. When repairing

the grass, dig a hole that's roughly four inches deep and fill it with fresh soil until it's level with the soil surrounding the dead patch. Then you can sprinkle seed on top of the freshly laid soil and water the spot.Grass should grow in and stay green so long as you prevent further urine damage.

JOHN ANDERSON

BROKER/OWNER APPRAISER

www.ugottamove.com

881-3331

TOMMY YORK MOBILE

347-3381

CAROL YORK MOBILE

347-3433

229-883-3000

2808 Reeves Lane Cute & well maintained, 3 BR, 2 BA, 1308 sq. ft. Call agent today for appt.

2711 Sylvester Rd 3BR, 2BA, Brick, on 0.75 ac., Fenced rear yard. REDUCED

2025 W. Broad, Albany Motivated Seller, 3BR, 1.5 BA, screened porch.

2015 Old Dominion DR Immaculate and spacious 4 BR, 2 BA, remodeled with open floor plan, situated on 2.7 ac. Large laundry room. Double garage. A lot of extras.

17.0 Acres at intersection of Nelms & Palm. $85,0000

Insect damage Addressing dead spots caused by insect damage can be a little more complicated, and some homeowners may prefer to hire a professional. If you want to handle the problem on your own, apply pesticide to the affected areas so the insects behind the problem are killed. Once the insects are no more, cut the grass, raking the affected area to remove the dead grass and any additional debris. Scatter grass seed over the affected areas and then apply an appropriate fertilizer and water immediately. Professionals may know just the right fertilizer for your lawn, so even if you want to go it alone, visit a local lawn care center to ask for advice about addressing your particular problem. Fertilizer damage Fertilizer damage can also prove difficult to address, as applying fresh

seeds too soon can kill any freshly growing seedlings. So grass that has been damaged by overfertilization must first be allowed to fully die. Once that has happened, the grass can be cut and any remaining debris or dead grass can be removed. Seed can then be scattered, and you can even add some additional soil before laying down an appropriate amount of fertilizer and watering the lawn immediately. If you don't trust yourself to use fertilizer correctly, then hire a professional to do the job for you. This will cost a little more, but you likely won't wake up to more dead patches of grass down the road. Dead grass can be unsightly and turn an otherwise lush lawn into a patchy eyesore. But addressing dead grass can be easy and can quickly restore a lawn to its green grandeur.

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600

MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT

14 Wide, Furnished 2BR, Spring Flats Rd., CH&A, $400/mo + dep. Call 776-3962

2, 3, & 4 BR Clean w/AC, $300/mo and up, $250 deposit Call 436-7108

2BR/2BA, Lee Co., $550/mo $550 dep, Call 229-349-1001

2BR, CH/A, appliances, in quiet park. $265 mo./ $250 deposit. 439-8841.

4 B R / 2 B A , L e e C o , RTO $595/mo. 888-2000 or 881-2000

5BR/2BA, $570/mo $250 dep. 776-3020, 776-7750

LEE 3BR/2BA, $525 & $575. RTO. 888-2000/881-2000

LEE CO. Nice 3BR/2BA, CH&A, ceiling fans, professional management, responsive maintenance, pest control, no pets. $550/mo $550 dep. Call 881-5447

601

MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE

LEE 2BR/2BA, 1BR/1BA No Grafa/Pets. Lease, 432-1551

5BR/3BA Used Home, 11⁄2 Acres, $69,900. 864 Florida Shourt Rt, Sasser Ga. Financing Available. Call Abbi or Stevie 229-888-9285

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Albany, Heartwood Ln. 3BR/2BA Mobile Home, 1104 sqft, Nice Lot, Lease or Cash. Call For Details 855-664-8357 Best Deals on New, Used & Repo‘d Mobile Homes, Call 229-436-7108, 288-8111 or 364-5517 Nice Mobile Home in Lee Co. 3BR/2BA, screen porch, Call Glenn 229-854-1775 Single wide Mobile Home 1980 model 14X70 on 3.39 Ac in Worth Co. $30,000 894-5077 Well & Septic COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS

Mid-town Albany, Office/Retail Space As low as $850 per month Call RMS 229-639-0171 Vi l l a g e G r e e n S h o p p i n g Center, 8753 sqft, $5/sqft. Call 881-5447

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DUPLEXES

2008 DESTINY 16x70, 2BR/2BA, Carport & deck. Spring Special, $32,500 or Rent for $650/MO. Gated Community. 888-0068

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105 Wesscott 3BR/2BA $750/Mo $750/Dep All Appl, CHA, 894-9444

Lee Co.100B Winding Way 3BR/2BA $625. 291-8510 FURNISHED APARTMENTS

1 & 2 BR, $85/wk. with utlities & appliaces, Downtown, 435-7646 1BR Furnished Apt. All utilities furnished $600/MO $300/Dep. 1yr lease required. No Pets/ No Smoking. 439-0355

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1200sqft with private offices, recently renovated, reasonable rent, 2214 Palmyra Rd. Lamarr Parr Center 888-0130 DAWSON RD Retail/ Office Space 250-7,200 Sq.Ft. Call 432-7899

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2 PANAMA CITY BEACH Condo’s in Regency Towers FOR RENT, 435-0604/881-6202

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1200 SQ. FT. Retail, Lee Market/ Winn Dixie, Us 19 229-347-7655 Shopping Center 1713 E. Oglethorpe. 436-3380 Summit NW Shopping Center 1300sqft 229-347-7655

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1, 2, 3 BR. Furnished, $85/wk. Downtown. Unfurnished $225-$375/mo, appl., 435-7646 1BR/1BA Crossbow Ct, Updated, quiet, Appl. $495/Mo 446-4400 1BR $475/mo and 2br/11⁄2ba $550/mo NW townhouse, appliances, $400/deposit 435-8476 2&3BR $675 & $775 + Dep. No Pets. 224-4549 3BR/21⁄2BA Townhome 1370 sqft, $625/mo $300 dep. NOTTINGHAM APARTMENTS. Call 229-432-9351 722 W. 2nd Upstairs. $550/mo + dep. 883-3993 or 869-2661 COUNTRY PLACE APARTMENTS

Call about our Specials!! Let‘s Heat it up with a $299 Move-in special, $0 dep! Flintside Apts. 2BR/1BA Call 229-420-1673 MOVE-IN SPECIAL for 2BR Apartments. $450-$625/mo All appliances. 229-430-0166

Rent Special 2 BR/ 2BA $495/mo WESTWOOD APARTMENTS 2 & 3BR Townhomes NOW AVAILABLE

Lee County Duplex, 112 C Winding Way, 3BR/2BA $600. 229-888-1904 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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Yard Sale Kit $3

2507 Nottingham Way Northwest Albany

“Call For More Info”

439-8109

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ROOMS for reasonable price. Nice neighborhood. 1 Free meal per day. 229-364-6886/869-7837

the

2BR/2BA 910 20th Ave, Albany; 3 B R / 2 B A W i n d i n g W a y, Leesburg. No Pets, No Smoking. Call 229-894-6504.

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Furnished Rooms, clean, quiet, cool & comfy! $120/wk. Util paid. 344-5977

2010 W. Broad Ave 229-432-5967

1BR/1BA Baldwin Dr. adjoining Merry Acres, Stove & refrigerator, $400/Mo $300/Dep 888-7900

4 B R / 2 B A W i n d i n g Wa y, $700/mo Call 229-638-1926

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229-435-4325 RETAIL SPACE

128 Westcott Ln. 3BR/2BA, tile/wood floors, yard service provided, $695/mo $695 dep. Call 888-0886

3BR/2BA Duplex FOR RENT. Call 435-0604

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1703 Acker St. Albany 4 Sale or lease Owner Finance $1000/Mo Call for details 229-291-8510 203 Independent E. Albany 4BR/2BA CHA, $650/MO + Dep 883-6318

1203 Whispering Pines Albany, GA 31707 More Available @ www.rentalbanyga.com Mon-Fri 9am-5pm *DUPLEXES* 123 Westcott 3BR/2BA(Special) $750/$600 1100-A Blaylock St. 2BR/1BA (SPECIAL) $375/mo $250 dep. 2322-A Jim Stokes 3BR/2BA (Special) $650/mo $500 dep. 914-C 20th Ave. 2BR/1BA, (SPECIAL) $550/mo $400 dep. 1112- B Wingate 2BR/1BA (SPECIAL) $275/mo $195dep. 1107 N. Madison St. #2 3BR/2BA (SPECIAL) $725/mo $600 dep.

1017 RELSWOOD TER 2BR/1BA $575/mo $575 dep. OFFICE SPACE: Individual Office Space for Rent, Location: 1120 Stuart Ave. (Geer & Associates) Utilities Included.

229-889-1040

(2) 3BR Mobile Homes 3/4 AC ea. $565/MO 4 Miles S. of Airport. Very Nice! 436-2647

3BR/2BA Lake Park $925/Mo No Pets, No Smoking, No Grafa, 420-4267

Walden and Kirkland Rentals Providing professional real estate rental services in Albany and surrounding areas.

*APARTMENTS* 2211 Gillionville Rd. #17, #2 & #14, 1BR/1BA $495/mo $400 dep. (SPECIAL)

3BR/3BA house w/ 2,304 sqft $1,700/month

701 9th Ave. #5, #11, #14 (SPECIAL) 1BR/1BA $275/mo $200 dep.

3BR/3BA house w/ 1,932 sqft $1,300/month

2705-B Doncaster 1BR/1BA (SPECIAL) $450/mo $400 dep.

3BR/2BA house w/ 1,312 sqft $850/month

*HOUSES* 703 Center Ridge Ct 3BR/2BA, (SPECIAL) $850/mo $700 dep.

3BR/2BA house w/ 1,220 sqft $825/month

723 Shamrock Dr 3BR/2BA, (SPECIAL) $925/mo $700 dep.

2BR/1BA house w/ 1,128 sqft $750/month

126 Twelve Oaks Ct. 3BR/2BA (LEESBURG) $850/mo $650 dep. 221 & 223 Glade 3BR/2BA (SPECIAL) $845/mo $650 dep. 3903 lpswitch 3BR/2BA (SPECIAL) $865/mo $865 dep. 145 White Oak Ln. 4BR/2BA Lee Co. $1325/mo $1325 dep.

218 W Doublegate Dr 3529 Tarva Rd

193 Pelham Dr

2414 Schley Ave 1408 5th Ave

2308-A Dominion Ct

3BR/2BA duplex w/ 1,466 sqft $750/month

1111 9th Ave

2BR/1BA house w/ 1,190 sqft $650/month

2604-B Colonial Dr

2BR/1BA duplex w/ 795 sqft $500/month

(229) 446-9985 601 N. Slappey Blvd Albany, Ga

www.waldenandkirklandrentals.com

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602 Tenth 3/1 CHA, fenced, $550 R/Dep. 806 Rood St. 2/1 $400 R/Dep. 1601 Whis Pine 3/1.5,CHA,new paint/carpet $725R/Dep. 925 Story Rd. Ashburn GA, 3 brm, 2 ba home, CHA, 2 acres $550 R/Dep. Call 229-395-5802 9am-7pm. No pets! Ask about discount for Seniors 65 and up.

DEPOSIT IS SAME AS RENT Dougherty County

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College Park 4br/3ba 2514 Toni Lynn, Albany $159,000 rent $1400/mo! 2408 Gibson Rd. Albany 2br/2ba MH 1ac $52,000 rent $525 454 Wiggins Rd, Smithville, Sumter Co. 5bd/3ba 3.7ac $55,000 rent $650/mo SBO Homes,Lots, or Tracts Lease with option 888-1220 INFO at RogerDSmith.com

**AVAILABLE NOW** 104 ALMOND 3 BR / 1 BA 400 RENT 200 DD

2226 A Bedford Ct. 3BR-2BA $725/mo.

1709 W GORDON 3 BR / 1 BA 500 RENT 300 DD

4855 Pinto Dr.

3BR-2BA $650/mo.

2529 Hilltop Dr. #1

1011 B DAVIDSON

607 Heartwood Lane

2531 HILLTOP

2 BR / 1 BA 450 RENT 300 DD

2BR-2BA $600/mo.

2 BR / 2 BA 625 RENT 625 DD

3BR –2BA $525/mo.

2307 B JIM STOKES

819 W. Highland

2/3BR-1BA $500/mo.

2 BR / 2.5 BA 650 RENT 450 DD

808 Edgewood Drive

2112 J GORDON 2 BR / 1.5 BA 400 RENT 200 DD

1BR - 1BA $375/mo.

1204 B Colquitt

**COMING SOON** 2102 INDICA TRAIL

2BR-1BA $300/mo.

203 Patrol #3

1BR-1BA $275/mo. Rent includes Water & Sewer

3 BR / 1 BA 525 RENT 300 DD

2613 B POINTE NORTH 3 BR / 1 BA 650 RENT 550 DD

Storage

3806 DOMINION

2520 N. Slappey Blvd 8X8X20

3 BR / 2 BA 850 RENT 750 DD

**Spring Special $40/mo.**

(229) 883-6155

1212 Dawson Road Albany, GA 31707 229.883.6100

www.albanyrealtyco.com

ANN THOMAS 436-6628

GRI

FOR SALE

4102 Harris Rd, 10 ac (vacant land) $65,000

PENDING

702 Cherry (vancant lot), $5,000

721 N Broad St. (Doerun), 3BR, 2BA, $44,000

1608 Orchard, 2BR, 2BA, $84,900

2704 Joshua, 2BR, 1BA, $25,000

210 Waverly, 3BR, 1BA, Den, $34,000

5601 Ironwood (vacant lot), 3.34 acres, $55,000

2306 Lamar, 3BR 2BA $44,900

906 Holloway, 3BR 1BA $50,000

5018 Faceville Hay(Bainbridge) 3Br 2Ba $90,000 214 Main St(Sasser) 3BR 3 bath $216,000

FOR RENT

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524 Gowan 3BR, 2BA, $450per mo.

“Yes, you can buy a home, ask me”

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3BR/2BA, w/garage, executive home, Lee Co, Wisteria Subdv. $1250/mo. Call REC 435-7790 E. 2BR sep D-room, CHA, New Carpet, Tile Floor, Carport, Fence. $550 888-0142 House 4BR 3BA 1202 Augusta, ST ANDREWS COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES $1500/mth New Master Suite added Everything is new! Fenced yard w/storage bldg bldg. APT-2BR 2BA tile floors in living areas, carpet in bedrooms, Large closets, outside storage room. Quiet cul-de-sac road behind All American Fun Park $625/mth $500 deposit. 229-854-5433

1001 W. Oglethorpe

185 WISTERIA (LEE CO) 4BR-2BA…$1300RNT/800DEP

173 TALLASSEE TRL (LEE CO) 3BR-2BA…$900RNT/$500DEP

133-A RAVENWOOD (LEE CO) 3BR-2BA…$750RNT/$400DEP

127-D WINDING WAY (LEE CO) 3BR-2BA…$625RNT/$400DEP

118-A AUGUSTA CT (LEE CO) 3BR-2BA…$650RNT/$400DEP

184 HUNTINGDON DR (LEE CO) 3BR/2BA…$1300RNT/$900DEP

109 LIVINGSTON RD (SMITHVILLE) 3 BR 2 BA…$775 RNT/$450DEP

BAM Property Management, Inc.

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511 EUGEMAR 2BR-1BA…$395RNT/$100DEP

712-A EIGHTH AVE 2BR-1BA…$450RNT/$300DEP

1108 3rd Avenue

Dougherty County 1110 WINGATE AVENUE 3BR/1Bath $500/Mo $400/Dep 808 PATTERSON AVENUE 2BR/1Bath $600/Mo $600/Dep 2202 PEMBROKE DRIVE 3BR/1.5Bath $750/Mo $750/Dep 903A 8TH AVENUE 2BR/1Bath $450/Mo $450/Dep 806 RESIDENCE AVENUE 3BR/1Bath $400/Mo $200/Dep 2003 GARY AVENUE 3BR/2Bath $925/Mo $925/Dep 308A CARRIAGE LANE 3BR/1Bath $450/Mo $0.00/Dep 312B CARRIAGE LANE 2BR/1Bath $400/Mo $0.00/Dep 406 VICK STREET 3BR/1Bath $450/Mo $300/Dep Lee County 284 LINDEN ROAD 2BR/2Bath $525/Mo $525/Dep 300 THUNDERING SPRINGS RD 3BR/2Bath $600/Mo $600/Dep

More at bamrentals.com

503 FLAMINGO 3BR-2BA…$1050RNT/ 500DEP 3608 MAYFAIR 3BR-2BA…$750RNT/$400DEP

1027 SUMMITT 3BR-3BA…$1100RNT/$700DEP

2302-B & 2308-A OLD DOMINION 3BR-2BA…$725RNT/$400DEP 1012-A DAVIDSON 2BR-1BA…$400RNT/$200DEP

GARDNER, WHITING, & MALONE 2BR-1BA…$325RNT/$200DEP 1108-B AUBURN 2BR-1BA…$475RNT/$300DEP 1710 DORCHESTER 3BR/2BA…$975RNT/$650DEP

1010 2ND AVE 2BR/1BA…$425RNT/$300DEP

2607-B POINTE NORTH 2BR/1BA…$525RNT/$300DEP

436-9620 344-5037

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FOR RENT

Albany - House 3 bed / 2 bath, living & dining room, den with fireplace, sunroom, double car garage, fully fenced yard. $995/month - $995 deposit.

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Lake Park 4BR/2BA No pets/Grafa/Smokers $1095/Mo 432-1551 References.

142-A N. DOUBLEGATE (LEE CO) 3BR/1.5BA…$625RNT/$350DEP

2523 Morehouse Lane

www.1key4me.com 1013 Pine Ave. Albany GA 31701

908 Dorsett 2BR, 1BA, $25,000

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2515-D Buck Court Townhouse, 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath, $550/month

417 Johnny Williams Road 409-B Station Crossing Dr.

3 Bed, 1 Bath, Duplex, 3 Bed, 2 Bath, large eat-in kitchen, DCA Accepted, carport. DCA Accepted. $575/month $575/month Police Officers $500/Month

135 Querecho Lane, Albany - Lee County - House 3 bed / 2 bath, fireplace, double car garage. $850/month - $850 deposit.

435-5467 110 N. WESTOVER BLVD ALBANY, GA

LEE CO, 4BR/2BA,Garage New Construction $1300/MO The Wright Co. 435-0654

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Albany Property Management 1926 Dawson Rd.

Deposit Is Same As Rent

3717-B Mayfair, 513-A Lucille 2BR/1BA $435/mo 606 N. Cleveland Upstairs 1BR $285 512-A W. Residence 1BR/1BA $275/mo 2709 W. Doublegate 4BR/3BA $895/mo

New Home For Lease 3BR/2BA in the City of Leesburg $1,100/mo Call 229-343-0900.

B&B Rental Agency Since 1946 605 Pine Ave • 435-5216

2305 A OLD DOMINION 3BR $675 mth/$600 dep 2208 JEWELL 3BR $525 mth/$500 dep 1009 B 1ST AVE 2BR $495 mth/$400 dep 333 A CREEKSIDE (LEE) 3BR $595 mth/ $500 dep 126 RAVENWOOD (LEE) 3BR $725 mth/$600 dep 1412 E MERCER 3BR $650 mth/$650 dep 132 TOCCOA (LEE) 3BR $875 mth/$750 dep

3BR/2BA 2000 sqft $1295/mo

1008-A N. Davis 1BR/1BA $345 1925-A Buck Lane 3BR/2BA $625 506 N. Carroll

888-5843

2BR/1BA $295

CLASSIFIEDS 888-9333

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Lee County 3BR Available 435-1327

4BR

120 Friendship Trail Moultrie 3BR/2BA, MLS#S903189A $164,900 Norris Bishop Realty, LLC Moultrie 229-890-1186

502 Mitchell Ave

1536 DOUGHERTY AVE, ALBANY, GA

229-420-8929 Ext. 2101

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214 Aspen Lane 3BR/2BA Worth Co MLS# 904058 $136,500 Norris Bishop Realty, LLC Moultrie 229-890-1186

Blakely, GA warehouse space for Rent. Great location in city. 6.51 ac fenced w/60K sqft of space, 2 loading docks, plenty room for employee parking. Formally clothing mfg. 2000sq ft ofc space in front w/reception area. $2000/month. Call 646-831-0629.

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HOMES FOR SALE

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HOMES FOR SALE

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HOMES FOR SALE

3 BD/2 BA $500 Dep/$500 Rent 3 BD/1 BA $425 Dep/$425 Rent

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1601 Cool Springs Rd. Norman Park Ga 4BR/4BA $269,000 MLS#S903511A Norris Bishop Realty, LLC Moultrie 229-890-1186

2000 Wiregrass Cir. Moultrie 3BR/3BA MLS# S903242A $249,900 Norris Bishop Realty, LLC Moultrie 229-890-1186

FSBO, Great Buy in the City of Leesburg, 3BR/2BA, Open Floor Plan, Privacy Fence, Great Neighborhood! 2-Car Garage. Call 229-347-0845

FSBO 3BR/2BA in the City of Leesburg, Split Floor Plan, Privacy Fence, Eat-In Kitchen, Laundry Room, Nice Front Porch, 2-Car Garage, Call 229-343-0900 Interested in Hud Home‘s Call me about the $100 down hud program. Must have 580 credit score. Call me at One Key Realty Bob Andrews 229-321-9047

3BR/2BA Worth Co. 6111 Ruben Ln. 28X64 Double wide on 1ac land, den w/ fireplace, LR. 894-5077 Reduced Price! FSBO Lake Park 408 Whippoorwill Rd. 3BR/2BA 1812 sq. ft. Updated Kitchen & Baths, Sprinkler System$142K 395-2898

Lake Blackshear Cannon Branch 2600 sqft. 170ft on water, boat house, thousands below market. Limited time. 229-273-6948

Lee Co. 3BR/2BA Updated! 126 Upatoi Rd. $124,900 439-0891

Publisher’s Notice

3131 Pebble Hill Dr. 3BR/2BA Tifton MLS# 903350 $175,000 Norris Bishop Realty, LLC Moultrie 229-890-1186

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.

HOMES FOR SALE

Hardwood Floors, 3 BR/2BA, Open Floor Plan, Eat-In Kitchen with Pantry, Walk-in Closet and Garden Tub in Master, Call 229-291-0708

ACREAGE OVER 75

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.

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Commercial Lot For Sale. Great Location 2901 Gillionville Road. Call 229-343-0900.

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1227 Lincoln Ave

COMMERCIAL LOTS

Lee Co. Fixer upper, 3BR/2BA on 3.5 ac, pond, barn, above ground pool, deck, $65,000 229-496-9042

REAL ESTATE Deadline

3BR/2BA on 1AC, off N. Slappey. Fenced Yd, Pool, A s s u m e VA L o a n $ 1 2 3 K Balance. 229-854-0641

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3BR/2BA, Sprinkler System, Bonus Room Upstairs, Large LR, Spacious Laundry Room with Cabinets, Privacy Fence, Nice Landscaped Backyard. Call 229-886-3006

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3BR/2BA, Upstairs Bonus Room could be 4th BR, Large LR, Spacious Kitchen with walk-in Pantry, Split Floor Plan, 2-Car Garage with Storage. Call 229-343-1412

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COURTESY OF METRO CONNECTION

What to expect with a tree removal

Trees serve many purposes for a landscape, providing shade and habitats for birds and other animals and serving as natural blinds between two homes. Trees are often beautiful elements of a natural landscape, adding aesthetic appeal to a property or even an entire community. But there are times when a tree must be removed, an action that, in many instances, requires the services of a professional tree service. A tree with roots invading the

foundation of a home or infringing on a patio or walkway can become a safety hazard. Other trees may cast shade where a pool is planned or cause disagreements between neighbors when the tree straddles a property line. These are instances when tree removal will be necessary, and a reputable service can advise as to the best methods for ridding the property of the troublesome tree. Homeowners will need to do a bit of planning and research to remove trees

Linda Turpin ~Realtor

Lcturpin@att.net / Lindaturpin.com

2010 Award

Consecutive Gold Life Member Presidential Achievement Society

(229) 434-1600 (229) 317-4330 Direct (229) 881-1529 Cell

safely and securely. It is best to contact a variety of different tree removal services and compare their offerings and prices. The cost of a tree removal will vary depending on various factors, including the height of the tree, its width, the number of branches it has, its location on a property and the proximity of that location to potential hazards like power lines. Tree removal may range from a few hundred dollars to several thousand. When a tree is being removed, most of the branches will be removed to make the tree more manageable. Trees are rarely chopped at the base and allowed to fall, as there simply isn't enough room to safely take this approach. Sections of the tree will be cut, roped off and slowly lowered. A climber will scale the tree or use a cherry picker machine to reach the top of the tree to facilitate the process. The pieces of the tree will be loaded into a wood-chipper for grinding before they are hauled away. Larger, heavier portions of the stumps may need to be moved later on with machinery. Hauling trees off the property may cost extra, so it is important that homeowners read

their contract thoroughly before signing on the dotted line. Additional costs may be factored into the bill. These can include stump-androot grinding. Trees will be cut down to the stump. To prevent eyesores or tripping hazards, some homeowners opt to have the stumps ground down into sawdust. This will not remove all of the roots but will take care of most of the above-ground portion of the remaining stump. It is usually up to the homeowner to discard the sawdust or use it as a mulching material. Expect the ground around the former tree to be soft, and there may be a depression depending on how much stump grinding took place. Some people prefer to wait a season for the ground to recover before planting something new. It may take a while for grass to sprout where a tree was once located, and there may be bare spots when grass starts to grow in. Tree removal can be an expensive venture but is necessary for different reasons. Be sure that tree-removal services are fully insured before signing a contract.

New Listings $ 1000 Each 163 Dunaway $149,900, MLS#131618 3BR / 2BA, 11904SF Acre Lot - Lee County, Hardwood Through Out - Screened Porch Debbie Fulford 343-4200 RE/MAX OF ALBANY, INC. 434-1600

103 Tallassee Trail $124,500, MLS#131632 3BR / 2BA, 1390SF Laminate Wood Floors Throughout, Includes Additional 1/4 Acre Debbie Fulford 343-4200 RE/MAX OF ALBANY, INC. 434-1600

2017 Acker $86,900, MLS#131663 3BR / 2BA, 1620SF Incredible Value! Many New Features! Debbie Fulford 343-4200 RE/MAX OF ALBANY, INC. 434-1600

104 Attwater Dr $144,900, MLS#131557 4BR / 2BA, 1640SF New Construction Lee County Huntingdon Subdivision Danny Blackshear 881-3030 ALBANY REALTY COMPANY 883-6100

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

2016 Acker Dr $84,500, MLS#131628 3BR / 2BA, 1302SF Northwest Albany Paved Alley Entrance Mark Daniels 347-3454 ALBANY REALTY COMPANY 883-6100

Contact Multimedia Representative Albany Herald 512 Shadowlawn Drive $49,000, MLS#131593 3BR / 1BA, 988SF Great Investment Opportunity! Missy Hancock 881-0434 COLDWELL BANKER WALDEN & KIRKLAND 436-8811

144 Hawkstead Drive $175,000, MLS#131619 3BR / 2.5BA, 1819SF Fabulous Home In Great Neighborhood! Call To See Today! Iris Cobb 347-8800 COLDWELL BANKER WALDEN & KIRKLAND 436-8811

2101 Beacon Court $299,900, MLS#131621 4BR / 3.5BA, 2923SF Wonderful Family Home In Desirable NW Albany Neighborhood! Penni Ivy 347-0554 COLDWELL BANKER WALDEN & KIRKLAND 436-8811

2002 W Lakeridge Drive $119,900, MLS#131633 3BR / 2BA, 1886SF Great Condition With Many Upgrades! A Must See! Ann Brunson 881-5600 COLDWELL BANKER WALDEN & KIRKLAND 436-8811

today to run your

listing next Sunday 229-888-7653