Sunday, March 8, 2015
FEATURED HOME
2103 Beacon Ct, Albany
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Article by JENNIFER KING jennifer.king@albanyherald.com
his week’s featured home is located on a quiet cul-de-sac in Albany’s Merry Acres West neighborhood. With four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms, this spacious home is great for a growing family! The exterior is brick, and the yard is nicely landscaped. A covered front stoop opens to reveal a traditional foyer with hard surfaced floors. To the right is a doorway trimmed with decorative molding which leads to the formal living room or home office. This space, like the rest of the home, features wide crown molding. A double window allows plenty of natural light into the space. This room can be closed off
from the rest of the home by French doors for added privacy. On the opposite side of the foyer is the formal dining room. A dramatic tiered chandelier denotes the center of this space. Judges panels on the walls, wide crown molding, and plantation shutters add lovely finishing touches to this dining area. Just off the dining room is a large designer kitchen. The custom cabinets have a beautiful antique finish. A tiled backsplash and granite counter tops are aesthetically pleasing and easy to clean! A built-in desk provides a great place for managing household finances, and a breakfast bar allows for casual dining or socializing. The floors within the kitchen and continuing into
the breakfast nook are hard surfaced. At the heart of the home is a huge great room with a gas fireplace and built-ins. The black built-ins flank the columned opening to the tiled sunroom. Because of the home’s split floor plan, the master is on one end of the home and the guest bedrooms are on the opposite end. Two of the guest bedrooms share a Jack and Jill bathroom, and the third guest bedroom has a mother-in-law suite design with a private bathroom. Each bedroom features ample closet and living space. The master suite has a bedroom large enough for oversized furniture and extra seating. The private bathroom has every perk you could ask for: a corner
jetted tub, a separate shower stall, a double vanity, and a large walk-in closet. The floors are tiled, and a glass brick window beams sunlight into the space. French doors in the sunroom lead out to a large covered wooden deck out back. Built-in bench seating doubles as outdoor storage. This is a great space for both entertaining and relaxing! The backyard features privacy fence and plenty of space for kids or pets to play safely. If you would like more information about this home or to schedule a private tour, please contact Allan Willcox of Willcox Realty Company (229) 435-1717 or on his cell (229) 886-2828.
(229)723-5463
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for more information on these and many more exciting listings!
$399,000, 3BR / 2.5BA, 1988 SF, Jabez Subdivision Exquisite Mediterranean Style features waterfront views of Lake Walter F. George/Eufaula & Gourmet Kitchen w/ Thermador gas range, appliances & island seating. French doors open onto tiled porch & walkway to covered dock. Vaulted ceilings, gas log fireplace & security system.
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Westwood Apartments 2010 W Broad Ave, Albany, GA
(229) 432-5967
$180,000 3BR, 2BA, 1,500 SF, Gopher Ridge Subdivision Gentle-sloping .68-acre lot features waterfront views of Lake walter F. George/ Eufaula. Open kitchen w/new cabinets, granite countertops & appliances. Insulated windows & gas log fireplace in Sunroom. Sea wall w/boat rails; new heat pump & roof (2010) $281,000, 3BR / 2BA, 2300 SF, Bonapartes Retreat Living room & Master Suite on ground floor. Large great room w/stone fireplace, 1BR, 1BA, Kitchen & sleeping loft on second floor. Berber carpet & stone flooring. Waterfront views of Lake Walter F. George/Eufaula from open porch & screened porch. Garage, boat shelter & dock. $69,500, 2BR/2BA, 16’x76’ Destiny Model (1997) This like-new Mobile Home is being sold completely furnished w/APPLIANCES & is located between George T. Bagby State Park & Meadowlinks Golf Course. New metal roof (2008), 2 decks & 24’ x 38’ workshop w/automatic garage door also featured. 1.08 acres. $175,000 2BR/2BA, 14’x65’ Palm Harbor Model (1987) Mobile Home comes furnished & features addition & 1BR/1BA Guest House. Gentle-sloping, .92-acre lot located on Lake Walter F. George/Eufaula near mouth of Pataula Creek comes w/covered 20’x24’ boat shelter, fish-cleaning area, tool house & dock w/metal roof.
$69,500, 2BR/2BA, 14’x66’ Mobile Home (1990) 6-acre property located near Cool Branch boat ramp features new laminate flooring & large screened porch. APPLIANCES INCLUDED & furniture negotiable. Lot is half open & half wooded featuring a metal double-boat shelter & additional storage building.
Available Apartment Sizes: 1 BR, 743 sq ft 2 BR, 1143 sq ft 3 BR, 1453 sq ft Apartment Floor Plans: 1 BR/1 BATH 2 BR/2 BATH 3 BR/2 BATH
Amenities: POOL PICNIC AREA/ GRILLING SELF-CLEANING RANGE REFRIGERATOR W/ICEMAKER DISHWASHER PEST CONTROL MONTHLY Move-in Specials: CALL FOR DETAILS
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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. 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.
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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.
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.
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Flint Community Bank 229-903-1400 Heritage Bank 229-878-2021 Northside Mortgage 229-878-1499
12844 NML 166305 166418 28262
Suntrust Mortgage Inc. 229-430-5494 Synovus Mortgage 229-430-7037
3.75
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3.75
3.875
3.50
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.
For More Information •
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 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
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.
KEY RATIOS LENDERS USE •
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
Regions Mortgage Inc. 229-434-6817
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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Subject To Change Upon Short Notice
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WHO’S WHO IN MORTGAGE LENDING NATIONAL BANK Member FDIC
Mortgage Loan Originator
Jamie Parker 364-4121
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
2910 MEREDYTH DRIVE ALBANY, GA - (229) 903-1400
ADVICE YOU CAN TRUST. PEOPLE YOU CAN COUNT ON. 721 N. Westover Blvd. Albany, Georgia Member FDIC Equal Housing Lender
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
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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Redefine a space with an interior decorator's help COURTESY OF METROCONNECTION
Though it may seem like interior decorators are a luxury reserved exclusively for the rich and famous, interior decorators work with people of all budgets. Homeowners sometimes wrestle with the practicality of hiring a decorator, wondering why they should spend the money when they can do the work themselves. But just like homeowners may hire professional electricians or landscapers, hiring a professional interior decorator can ensure the job is done right, within budget and completed within a reasonable amount of time. Those who have already invested quite a bit of money into their homes but want to add some finishing touches would be wise to hire interior decorators or designers. Homeowners often have no
idea where to begin when attempting to establish flow from room to room in their homes. Decorators can help homeowners tailor the interiors of their homes to the homes produce the desired vibe. Hiring a designer can help a person avoid making potentially costly design errors. An aesthetically appealing house also can increase the home's value, setting a property above others in terms of appeal. Even though the designer will charge a fee, the investment may be well worth the expense when the room is done right the first time. Interior decorators have numerous resources at their disposal. Fine tuned to the world of design, they understand which trends will come and go and also which design ideas have staying power. In addition, decorators
will be in touch with vendors in the industry, connecting homeowners with the best of the best in terms of providing furniture, housewares, photography, and additional special touches that help make a house a home. In addition to expertise and resources, interior decorators have eyes that will be trained on things homeowners may not have noticed or even realized can be done. A designer may envision removing a room to create more space or knocking a wall down to let more natural light into a room. Designers and decorators are trained to think differently and spatially to achieve concepts homeowners may never have envisioned for themselves. They can help tell stories through design and improve spaces immeasurably.
BANK OWNED ON-SITE Real Estate Auction Albany Single Family Home 200 Martindale Drive 3 BR, 2 1/2 Bath, 1711 sq ft - SFR Sale Date - Saturday, March 28, 2015 11:00am FREE BROCHURE 1-800-260-5846 www.auctionservicesintl.com Maurice Barfield GA-AU001102 ASI-FM.AUC002852 5% Buyers Premium
www.lakeblackshear.com 2031 N. Slappey Blvd Albany, GA Allan Willcox 435-1717
Chuck Willcox 435-1717
Vonnice Brown 344-4700
Jennifer Blount 349-0929
Tippin Heiden 395-0199
Paul Powell 347-9829
Betty Townsell 881-2665
Kathy Slaughter 347-8650
435-1717
Custom Built Home With 218 Hugh Price Reduction! 3 Br 2 Bath, 1500SF, with a Very Well Maintained 2 BR, 2 BA, Feet On Main Lake! 5 Bedrooms, Guest House ( Guest House has $219,000, Lots Of Space Hardwood Floors, 1820 Sqft, On Main Lake, 5 or 6 Bedrooms, Over 5000 Square Ft, Hardwood a Kitchen Area, BR / Living Over 150 Feet On Water With A Floors, Bonus / Rec Room, 5 Baths, 3600 Square Ft, Room, Dock W/Boat Slip, Nice Double Boathouse, Garage Double Boathouse, Master Boatramp And A Dock, Excellent Location, And Storage $315,000 Bedroom Donstairs $595,000 100 Feet On The Water $245,000, MLS# 132213
On 1 Acre, 3 BR, 2 BA, 1500 SF, Hardwood Floors $75,000 MLS# 132201
Foreclosure, $91,900! 3 Bedroom, 2 Ba, 1900 Square Ft
Cedar Grove S/D ,1831 SF, 4BR, 2BA, hdwd floors and tile, double garage, eat in kitchen $155,000 MLS # 121646
Merry Acres West S/D, 4BR, 3.5BA, 3114 Sf, Granite Countertops, Split Bedroom Design, Covered Porch $315,000
3BR 2BA,1550 Sqft, Brick Home, Living Room, Den, Eat In Kitchen, Fenced Yard $99,900
Lee County, Glendale S/D 3 Bedroom, 2 BA, 1519 Square FT, Fenced Yard, $99,500
Excellent Location With 89 Feet On Water, 3 Bedroom 2 Ba Metal Roof, Dock, Screened Porch, $299,000
Great Location Near Publix, 3 Bedroom, 2 Ba, Recently Updated, Fenced Yard, $94,900
Main lake views with a Dock, Hardwood Floors, Metal Roof, Sun Room, 2BR $285,000
4 Bedroom, 2 Ba, Acre Lot, 2300 Sqft, Living Room, Den $125,000
3BR 2BA In Lake Park 2400 Square Feet, New Carpet 4BR, HW Floors, Plenty of Duplex in Albany, And New Paint, Bonus Room, School District, Hardwood Storage, Gameroom, 4 Bedroom 2 Bath, 3/4 Bedrooms, 2 Bath, Eat In Floors, Garage, Dining 3600 Square Feet, Great Investment , Brick, Kitchen, Hardwood Floors, Area, Large Family Room, $60,000 Fenced Yard $157,000 $109,900
694 SCENIC RT
LOTS FOR SALE LAKE BLACKSHEAR
108 Feet On The Water, Boatslip. $85,000 ...................................................................................................................CALL ALLAN 886-2828
SWIFT CREEK
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 ALLAN 886-2828
NORTH CEDAR CREEK
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
LOT 8 CANNON BRANCH
1.11 Acres With More Than 280 Ft. Overlooking Water. $145,000 ...................................................................CALL ALLAN 886-2828
490 LAKESHORE WAY
Main Lake Lot, Crisp County, 75 Feet On Water, Seawall. $139,900 ...............................................................CALL CHUCK 886-2521
475 NORTH CEDAR CREEK
Open Lot With More Than 120 Ft. Of Waterfront Property. Includes Dock. $159,000 ..................................CALL ALLAN 886-2828
CANNON BRANCH SUBDIVISION
Several Lots In New Subdivision. Restrictive Covenants, Excellent Neighborhood. Water Front Lots Start At $80,000
51 Acres With Pond, Income Producing Pecan Trees, Farm Equipment, Home With 2BR/2BA, 1500 Sq Ft $385,000
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Secrets to keeping an organized shed COURTESY OF METROCONNECTION
Despite other intentions, homeowners often turn their garages into storage centers for random, little-used items, leaving little to no room for the tools and even vehicles that actually belong in a garage. Such homeowners may turn to sheds to store their garage overflow and keep yard equipment at the ready, but storage sheds are not immune to clutter, and homeowners may find the very structure erected to keep them organized requires a bit of organization itself. A well-organized shed can save homeowners time and energy, as it's easy to abandon or delay a project if you can't find that pair of work gloves you stashed. The first
step to any organizing project is to take everything out of the shed and determine just what needs to go back in. Items that do not belong in the shed should be moved to their rightful locations or tossed in the trash if they're no longer needed. Make a pile of anything that will be kept, a separate one for donations and a third for garbage. Take inventory of what you have so you know whether you're missing any items or you have something and do not need to purchase another. Now that the entire shed is empty, you can assess just how much room you have. Utilizing vertical and overhead space effectively can free
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up areas on the floor for larger equipment. Shelving, racks, pegboards and any other materials that enable you to hang or store items off the floor are good investments. Visit your nearby home improvement retailer to find items that can simplify your storage. You also may be able to put scrap wood to use to make your own storage shelves or a work bench. Extra kitchen cabinets can be installed in the shed to organize additional items. In order to remember where items go, label or sort them accordingly. Some people like to take organization a step further by tracing the outline of tools hung on the wall so they can be
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
$171,500 4BR / 2BA 1912 SF Woodburning Fplace in Greatroom Hardwood Floors, Brkfast Area
$315,000 3BR / 4BA 2689 SF Enormous Master Closet and Bath In-Grnd Pool, Massive Stone Fplace
$83,900 3BR / 2BA 1288 SF Convenient Location, Lr AND Sep. Den Sunny Eat in Kitchen w/white cabinets
MLS # 132694
MLS# 132933
MLS # 133023
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placed back in the same spot after use. This also serves as a visual reminder of which tools are missing and which ones need to be purchased. Don't forget to utilize shed doors as additional storage space. Hang frequently used tools, such as rakes and shovels, on the inside of the doors so they will always be easily accessible. You also can repurpose storage solutions designed for
other areas of the home. For example, magnetic knife holders can be mounted to a shed wall to keep paintbrushes organized. These holders also can be used to keep many small metal tools tidy. Metal funnels can hold twine and string. Thread through the narrow end of the funnel for a handy dispenser. Keep dangerous substances off the floor and out of reach. Gasoline, chemical fertilizers and other potentially dangerous REDUCED
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1140 DAWSON ROAD ALBANY, GEORGIA 31707
www.ugottamove.com
229-883-3000
JOHN ANDERSON BROKER/OWNER APPRAISER
$105,900 3BR / 2BA 1588 SF Bonus Room Upstairs overlooking Greatoom Stone Fplace in Greatroom, Covered Patio
$37,900 2BR / 1BA 1040 SF Investor Special, Needs some TLC Fenced Backyard, Storage Bldg
38 ACRES OF PRIME COMMERICAL LAND
MLS # 132204
MLS # 133215
MLS # 133228
Across from East Albany Shopping Center Rd frontage on Cordele & Clark Ave
881-3331
TOMMY YORK MOBILE
347-3381
2808 Reeves Lane Cute & well maintained, 3 BR, 2 BA. Great location in NW. Wonderful neighborhood and convenient. Call agent today for appointment.
substances should be stored high up to keep pets and children safe. Make sure the shed floor is sturdy and level. This makes it easier to neatly store larger items. Roll in the lawnmower, wheelbarrow and any other cumbersome items. Now that more things are mounted vertically, you should find that you have more area to move around. Taking the time to clean and organize a shed can help make anyone more productive.
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Southwest Georgia
Veggie garden tips 5 easy kitchen and bath upgrades that take only hours to complete for beginners
COURTESY OF METROCONNECTION
Planting a vegetable garden can be a worthwhile endeavor for anyone who has an available patch of land. Gardens need not take up much space, and even apartment dwellers without yards can plant small gardens in containers they place on terraces or window boxes. Although establishing a garden is easy enough, beginners may make a few mistakes along the way. Those who already have paved the garden way before can offer novice gardeners some worthwhile tips. One of the first decisions novice gardeners must make is which crops to grow. This will help determine how much land you will need and which supplies or soil amendments will be necessary. According to The Old Farmer's Almanac, a common error for beginners is planting too much and more than anyone could ever consume, so it's best to start small and be proud of that small garden. Plants such as peppers, squash and tomatoes produce throughout the season, so you may not need many plants to provide for your needs. Less prolific plants may require a greater investment to produce a similar yield. Locate your garden in an area that gets adequate sun. Many vegetables need between six and eight hours of sunlight per day. Without enough light, they will not bear as much and could be susceptible to insect infestation. Vegetables and fruit also need plenty of water because they're not very drought-tolerant, so keep gardens close to a water source. Another good tip is to locate the garden near the house or barbecue grill. This way you can easily harvest fresh produce and use it when cooking. Soil preparation is also key. Till the soil and remove debris like rocks, sticks and hard clumps of dirt. Work with organic material, such as manure or compost. Apply mulch after planting to help maintain moisture levels in the soil. Plant the tallest crops at the rear of your garden bed. Work forward with shorter crops. Try to leave a foot or more between planting rows. It's easy to get a garden started and enjoy fresh food for many months to come.
(BPT) - Do your kitchen and bathrooms look a bit drab? If you don't have the time or budget for a full remodel, there are still many simple updates you can do to refresh these spaces and invigorate each with impressive style. From affordable faucet updates to pretty paints, each takes one day or less to complete, instantly providing a dramatic effect. Freshen the faucet Almost anyone who enters the bathroom or kitchen will use the faucet, which means it's a functional focal point of the space. Installing a new faucet is a simple way to redefine interior design and reflect your own personal style. The new line of Kohler faucets available at Home Depot offers exceptional quality at an affordable price. For example, set the ambience in your bathroom with the Georgeson line of faucets, inspired by the Gatsby era with chic detailing and unique shapes to provide a decorative, eclectic touch. For those who prefer traditional silhouettes, the Mistos kitchen faucet's soft lines and classic aesthetic provide a timeless, upscale look. Update hardware and accessories Cabinet hardware and other accessories do for a
room what jewelry does for an outfit - they provide the finishing touches that really elevate the space. Fortunately, it's simple and economical to swap out dated hardware for new handles, knobs and pulls. Popular metal finishes include brushed nickel, oilrubbed bronze and chrome. For bathrooms, update accessories to match your new Kohler faucet - each line includes coordinating accessories like towel bars, showerheads and tub fillers.
Experiment with paint Paint is one of the most affordable ways to dramatically change the look and energy of a space. If you have dated tile, research if tile paint is an option for your kitchen or bath. Don't be afraid to experiment with color - a rich or vivid color on a focal wall can add instant style, like on the wall behind the tub or stove. Don't forget the fifth wall: a fresh white ceiling instantly brightens the area and visually heightens the room, which can make the space feel larger and more modern. Frame the mirror Every bathroom has a mirror, and some kitchens and adjacent dining
spaces feature mirrors as well. A mirror provides a focal point while reflecting light to make it appear brighter. But if you have a builder-grade mirror, you're probably longing for more style. Instead of investing in a costly new mirror, simply add a new frame around your current one. You can buy a prefabricated frame or create one yourself fairly easily from supplies at your local craft store. Your boring old mirror will be transformed immediately into an upscale alternative. Swap light fixtures and bulbs
If your current bathroom and kitchen light fixtures evoke nostalgia from a lost era, it's time for a swap. Pick out a new overhead fixture to instantly dress up the room - modern chandeliers, track lighting and recessed lighting are popular options. For bathrooms, installing task lighting by the mirror can help streamline daily routines. Keep in mind, cool, bright white bulbs with a high color-rendering index (CRI) closely reflect natural light and therefore are a good option for bathrooms as well as cooking spaces.
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1803 South County Line Rd $164,900, MLS#132505, 3/BR 3/BA 1920sqft, Country home on 10 acres! Excellent condition! Beautiful front & back porch views! Debbie Satterfield 343-6307 Needmore Properties 439-1837
15+/- Acres Dougherty Co.
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Byron Plantation Road $235,000 MLS #131040 Make an Offer! Bob Dutton 894-7373 Needmore Properties 439-1837
229-434-1600 www.remaxofalbany.com of Georgia
Congratulates
ReMax of Georgia congratulates Molly Swan for being the top sales agent at ReMax of Albany for 2014, the 8th year that she has achieved this prestigious award. At the recent awards banquet in Atlanta, the Top Producers in each office received their individual production awards. First and foremost, Molly thanks her customers and clients who helped her obtain this honor. There are many others who assisted her with this award including those who sent her referrals, whom she especially extends her deep appreciation. She has been active in the real estate profession and a member of the Active Lifetime Member of the Presidential Achievement Award since 1986. She was The Albany Board of Realtors Realtor of the Year in 1999 and also received the Professionalism Award in 2002.
mollyswan@remax.net 434-1600 ext. 117 • 344-2268
of Albany, inc. Each Office Independently Owned and Operated
2535 Lafayette Plaza Drive, Suite D Corner Of Old Dawson Road & Westover Road