The Real Estate Book of NE Georgia - 43.3

Northeast GA & Surrounding Counties

HOME & LIFESTYLE GUIDE Volume 43, Issue 2

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East Jackson Home! Easy flow from Living Room into Kitchen and Dining Room. Master Suite features walk in closet with built in organization system, and bath with double vanity.

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EXPERIENCE LUXURY AND PRIVACY WITH THIS STUNNING, GATED LAKEFRONT PROPERTY LOCATED ON BEAR CREEK RESERVOIR. 175 EVANS DRIVE, BOGART | $1,150,000 Enjoy 8+ Acres and over 1000 feet of shoreline with an additional 420 feet of private road frontage along the water to load and unload your fishing boat, kayak or pontoon boat (electric only). The home on the property is a remodeled 3 bed, 2 bath with granite counter tops, bamboo flooring throughout, and Life-proof flooring in the kitchen area. New stainless-steel appliances and farm sink. You'll notice the beautiful custom-built Trek wood front porch as you step out to take in the panoramic lake views.

This could easily serve as your temporary hub while building your dream home. Beautiful trees and landscape.

Several workshops and outbuildings to store all of your toys and equipment. Also featured is a spacious, custom Craftsman style-built barn with central heating and air that's ready to finish with your personal touches becoming a potential income property, in-law suite or guest house.

Relax with the most Gorgeous Sunsets and Sunrise at this meticulously maintained property by the same owner for the past 34 years. This is a must see, one of a kind property and moon lover-astrologers dream! Horses are permitted on the property. From November to March the lake is closed to the public.

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QUESTIONS TO ASK DURING YOUR PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING Embarking on a remodeling project is an exciting endeavor—you’re finally going to get that new kitchen or finished basement you’ve been longing for. But going under the knife, so to speak, is also a stressful prospect. That’s why scheduling a pre-construction meeting with your remodeling professional is so important.

According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), the pre-construction meeting is a key opportunity for the remodeler to explain exactly what will be done, as well as how the job will progress. It also provides a chance for both parties to define their expectations and flag any problems that may arise. The goal is to alleviate as many surprises in advance as possible.

With peak home remodeling season right around the corner, now is the time to contact your trusted contractor or home remodeler to discuss a remodel. Here are just some of the issues the NAHB recommends you discuss with your remodeling professional during the pre-construction meeting: Are you okay with signs on your property? In addition to acting as a marketing tool, signs help contractors and suppliers locate your home. Decide now whether you will agree to this.

If you have an alarm system, determine how it will be handled. Will you give the construction crew a key, or do you plan on having someone on the premises to let them in?

Ask if any utilities will be interrupted during the remodel, such as water or electric, and if so, for how long. This will help you decide whether you will need to find other accommodations for a period of time.

What are your rules concerning workers using your landline for local calls? What about using your bathroom?

Figure out a plan for removal of trash. Agree upon where the dumpster will be located.

Discuss which areas of your home will be off limits to workers. You may discover that workers need access to certain rooms for part of the project.

What will take place in terms of daily cleanup? Make sure your expectations are in sync with what will actually take place.

When will work begin and end each day?

Where will workers park? Once you find out, be sure to let neighbors know.

Let your remodeler know what your rules are when it comes to smoking, profanity and music.

Laying all of this out in advance will help make for a smooth project and a pleasant working relationship for all. So contact your local home remodeler or contractor today to start getting everything planned out.

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5 Ways to Impress

Prospective Buyers If you think a mansion-like size, a swanky neighborhood or lavish grounds are the only way to impress visitors to your home, think again. While those characteristics can certainly be awe-inspiring, it’s really the small details that create ‘wow’ moments for guests.

Consider some of the following ideas for evoking oohs and aahs from guests or would-be buyers if your home is on the market:

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PAINT. The right paint color will completely change the feel of your home, both inside and out. While neutrals are both attractive and safe, being a little daring with on-trend shades will really evoke the ‘wow.’ Try one of the many popular shades of gray, go bold with a jewel tone, or create a moody tone with a muted shade of blue. Also think outside the box when it comes to how you paint— for example, instead of bright white, paint the ceiling an eyepopping color; or create a patterned effect with painted stripes in a powder room. Go for a dramatic look in the kitchen by painting upper cabinets white and lower cabinets deep navy or charcoal.

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MATERIALS. Using interesting building materials in surprising places is a great way to spark interest. Try framing the interior of your front door in stone or using tongue-and-groove wood planks for a bay windowsill. Flooring is available in many unique options, such as ceramic tiles or laminates that mimic beautifully shaded wood.

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GARDENS. If you’ve got a green thumb, your biggest 'wow'

may seem, the right lighting will create mounds of atmosphere and immediately elevate your home into the ‘wow’ category.

Use bulbs that are the right temperature to create a warm, glowing effect as opposed to a glaring, harsh experience. Then place your lighting strategically to highlight the most unique features of your home, such as two sconces or lanterns by your front door, or ground lights shining up into beautiful trees.

Pathway lights help create a welcoming feel and string lights on a porch or patio instantly up the entertainment factor.

‘wow’ moment is by showcasing your most prized decorative pieces. Show off a painting or photograph with a bold matting and frame, and add a picture light if appropriate. Incorporate special antique furnishings into the mainstream mix of your home, as opposed to hiding them in out-of-the way places. Fill your sparkling crystal vases with fresh blooms or greenery and place them in the center of your dining and coffee table to be admired by all rather than letting them go unnoticed in the china cabinet.

factor may be your home’s landscaping. A beautifully planted, well-maintained garden is a sight to behold no matter how small it may be or how large your yard. Help showcase your garden with carefully placed decoratives, such as a bird bath, trellis, slate path or stone bench. This will add a welcoming, artistic feel to your patch of landscape.

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REASONS YOU SHOULD CONSIDER

BUYING A NEW HOME House hunting can be fun in the beginning. But now it seems like it’s dragging on. You’re exhausted. It seems like the search will never end and each home you view isn’t how you envisioned it. Whatever the reason: there aren’t enough bedrooms, or the home just isn’t your style. Face it—It’s tough to say you’re going to spend big bucks for a place that you just aren’t 100 percent in love with.

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However, there is another option. You can always build.

Building a new home offers an array of options. You can customize it the way you like and plan it to your exact specifications. It gives you the freedom to make it yours‚—as opposed to building off someone else’s choices and ideas. Need some more convincing? Here other top reasons why you should build your new home: You get to choose the neighborhood. Maybe you saw the perfect home, but the neighborhood was anything but ideal. It’s all about location, location, location! For some, location is even more important than what’s inside the home itself. When you build your own home, you get to choose the neighborhood. The options are endless, which means you’ll get both the house you like and the ideal neighborhood you want.

Newer energy-efficient systems will save you money. When it comes to older homes, water and electrical systems often aren’t up to par with the newest technology. Things like air conditioning, heat and water end up costing way more in an older home. In a new home, you can select the most energy efficient systems. This will help you save money on those monthly bills and in the long run.

You create the house layout. Again, it’s all about customization. When building a new home, you get to set things to your exact specifications. Do you want an open-concept home? You got it. Do you have a vision about how the kitchen will be set up? Voice it. Building a new home means you can pick and choose when it comes to the layout of the house and floor plans.

It’s brand new, meaning no repairs are needed - at least not anytime soon. Older homes frequently come with their fair share of repairs and necessary upgrades. With all the maintenance, suddenly owning a home can feel like a part-time job. When you build a new home, everything is new. You likely won’t have to pay for repairs or renovations for years to come. This means you’ll be able to sit back and relax and enjoy your new digs!

You get to select flooring, paint colors, and more!

Building a new home means customization!

It can be fun, and it can also help you feel like you have more ownership over your home. You become more immersed in the building and design process, which can, help you understand your home more and allow you to create a space you truly love.

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EASY SWAPS TO GIVE YOUR HOUSE AN

INSTANT UPGRADE

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ometimes the simplest decorating swaps can yield the biggest returns. These one-hit-wonder changes will invigorate your spaces with minimal effort on your part.

But be forewarned: One swap may make you want to do another ... and another. But that’s what makes decorating fun, right?

Swap standard-issue pillows for something with personality.

Ditch the pillows that came with your sofa and layer in a contrasting color or pattern. But don’t toss the old pillows into the donation bin just yet. Oftentimes these pillows have reusable forms and will fit inside new covers. Or if you’re handy with a sewing machine, stitch new covers to size and you’ll save the expense of new pillow forms.

Swap a cluttered, utilitarian nightstand for something prettier.

Bring some luxury to your life by simply giving your nightstand a little love. Clear out the unnecessary clutter (we mean that pile of receipts and five random pens) and add a few pretty accessories that make your bedroom feel more like a retreat and less like a dumping ground. Designate a drawer for the basics, such as chargers.

Swap a plain lampshade for a patterned cousin.

Most lampshades are plain white, which can stick out like a sore thumb in a room where color or muted neutrals reign. Do your whole room a favor and replace these offending lampshades with something that blends in better.

Swap a coffee table for an ottoman.

This swap is particularly effective if your coffee table is part of a matched set with your end tables. An upholstered ottoman softens a furniture arrangement and provides another opportunity to add pattern and color. Add a large tray to the top as a stable spot for drinks and accessories.

Swap silver for gold.

The gold trend is here to stay, so what are you waiting for? Start small and work in a few gold accessories to a specific spot. If you want to start riding the next trend, go with copper or rose gold.

Swap solid curtains for patterned counterparts.

Ditch plain window treatments for something a little livelier.

Keep the new curtains within the same color family as your old ones, and use the existing patterns in your room to determine the scale of the new window treatments. For example, if you have small- and large-scale patterns in your room, opt for curtains in a medium-scale pattern.

Swap bulky furniture for airy pieces.

Heavy, solid-frame accent furniture (such as end tables and ottomans) can weigh down a space. Replacing this dead weight with less-bulky pieces will make a space feel lighter and more refined.

Swap basic hardware for a custom combination.

Who says all hardware needs to be the same? Forge your own path with a mixed-and-matched set of knobs, pulls and bars. ©2022 Meredith Corporation. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

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Laura Leiden

JESSICA CARTER Director of Membership

JOE COZART Treasurer

678.736.9065

706.247.0505

Virtual Properties Realty

Mable Mitchell

Cozart Realty

Jacki Macker

Keller Williams Greater Athens

Greater Athens Property

Chastain, Jenkins, and Leathers

706.540.4181

706.338.6930

706.372.1996

Chuck Searcy

Classic Home Inspection Services

706.202.1155

Brenda Thompson

Mary Claire Wallace

Carriage House Realty, INC

Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty

706.540.3613

706.988.4988

the Athens Network!

Voted Camden’s TOP Real Estate Company 2015 ~ 2016 ~ 2017 ~ 2018 2019 Recipient of the ERA National Customer Service Satisfaction Award

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Where can you go and buy a new 1568 +/- sq ft home for this price on an acre in the country? This is a never lived in home with all new Amana stove, refrigerator and dishwasher. Laminate flooring throughout is durable and makes clean up easy. Schedule your showing so you can get in this home and start living the country life!#9030952 Text RBHBHGZ to 52187

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MEDITERRANEAN STYLE 4BD/2BA split plan. Large fully equipped kitchen w/SS Appliances & double pantry. Two spacious living spaces w/addt'l dining area. Recently Renovated Master Suite w/private en-suite-double walk-in closets, sep shower & tub.#20008850 Text RBHLVGN to 52187

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COUNTRY LIVING 3BR/2.5BA ON 0.87 ACRES. LIVING RM, DINING RM, KITCHEN & BONUS/FLEX RM. RELAX & TAKE IN THE NATURE VIEWS ON THE SPACIOUS FRONT PORCH OR SIDE DECK DURING THE PEACEFUL EVENINGS. STORAGE RM OFF OF DECK & FENCED BACK YARD.#9075781 Text RBHJBXR to 52187

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GREAT HOME BOARDERING ST MARYS HISTORIC DISTRICT. NEEDS SOME TLC BUT WILL MAKE A GREAT OWNER OCCUPIED PROPERTY, VRBO OR SECOND HOME. GORGEOUS LOT. BRING YOUR IMAGINATION AND DREAM OF WHAT IT CAN BE. CARPORT.#10001038 Text RBHJSNZ to 52187

TRANQUILITY 4BR/2BA OPEN FLOOR PLAN. LIVING/DINING COMBO BOASTS STUNNING WATER VIEWS. KITCHEN W/SOLID SURFACE COUNTERS, ISLAND, BREAKFAST BAR & SS APPLIANCES. PRIMARY SUITE W/DOUBLE VANITY, TUB/SHOWER & WALK-IN CLOSET. BACK PATIO TO RELAX BY A PEACEFUL 24-ACRE LAKE.#20002763 Text RBHKKVS to 52187

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Wow! What a find! Spacious, split floor plan, featuring 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Slate Fireplace, 2 car garage, large fenced yard and patio. Move in Ready!

Beautiful kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and island! Large great room for entertaining! Schedule your private tour today!

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GOLF COURSE COMMUNITY 4Bd/3Ba on a lake lot w/inground screened pool. Formal LR & DR. Great room w/ high ceilings & FP. Split floor plan. Owners retreat w/high ceilings private bath w/sep shower, whirlpool tub, large walk-in closet.#20011872 Text RBHMLQC to 52187

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WELCOME HOME! 3BR/2BA ON .48 ACRES. LIVING RM W/ FP, DR & KITCHEN W/BREAKFAST BAR. PRIMARY BR W/WALKIN CLOSET, DBL VANITY, WHIRLPOOL TUB & SEP SHOWER. LAUNDRY RM. ROCKING CHAIR FRONT PORCH & LARGE FENCED BACK YARD.#20012511 Text RBHMQNY to 52187

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1612 Boone Street, Kingsland, GA 31548 912.729.2266 | erakingsbay@tds.net | www.erakingsbay.com

"GATEWAY TO THE OKEFENOKEE SWAMP" Situated amongst old live oaks laden with Spanish moss sits this majestic 2 story home with a basement and 7 bedrooms. Meticulously cared for and elegant. Attached 2 car garage and a detached 3 car garage/workshop as well. #8909902 Text RBGFXPT to 52187

˜e Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) is the highest Designation awarded to sales associates in the residential sales field.

Lynn Harder

Nancy Denney

(706) 224-4525

(706) 540-4381

lynn.harder@coldwellbanker.com Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty

ncdenney@bellsouth.net

Faye Doster

Carol Bitner

706-540-0319

(706) 202-9358

FayeDoster@gmail.com

Faye Doster Real Estate

˜e Council of Residential Specialists is an aÿ liate of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

Carriage House Realty, Inc

carolbitner47@gmail.com

Keller Williams Greater Athens

CRS is the symbol of excellence in residential real estate. Our members have proven they have the experience, training and commitment to be among the best in their profession.

Since 1977 the Council of Residential Specialists has been conferring the CRS Designation to agents to meet its stringent requirements.

POWER THROUGH YOUR CLEAN-UP LIST WITH A PRESSURE WASHER

Do you have a lot to clean this summer and not a lot of time to do it? Consider pressure washing (also known as power washing). Pressure washers aren’t just for cleaning your home’s exterior before painting or getting gunk off the roof – they can be used to clean much more. While not cheap, you can purchase or rent one, or reach out to a local pressure washing service to do it for you.

Clean patio furniture. Has your deck or patio furniture built up pollen or grime this summer? Forget the scrub brush, soapy water, and elbow grease and make quick work of cleaning wood and iron furniture with a pressure washer. Just don’t spray too close. See that the washer tip is held a few feet away – otherwise it can strip paint or other finishes.

Banish weeds and dead plants. If you have deep-rooted weeds or dead grass entrenched between pavestones, slate tiles, or concrete cracks in your yard or on your patio, don’t bust your knees bending down to pull them out or risk spraying harmful chemicals. Blast them with a pressure washer to remove weeds right down to the root.

Restore the shine to glass. Remove the film and stains that accumulate on outdoor glass tables or windows with your power washer, making it sparkle like new again.

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Make stonework gleam. While you’re removing weeds, blast the pavestones and tiles with a pressure washer to remove dirt from them as well. And quickly remove dirt and mildew from stone or concrete planters, birdbaths and garden statues by hitting them with the pressure washer as well.

Clean your deck or patio. Has your deck or patio been in high use this summer? Give it a mid-season refresh with a pressure washer to get rid of stains from things like grease from the grill. If you need to really spruce up the deck, pressure wash those fading stains away, and re-stain it.

Spend more time this summer actually enjoying the weather by hiring a pressure washing service or renting one yourself. You can check off more boxes on your To Do list and even tackle your home’s exterior or roof as well.

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