The Real Estate Book of North Florida by The Real Estate Book of North Central Florida

PRSRT U.SECRWSSSTD.POSTAGEPAIDEDDMRETAILPOSTALLOCAL CUSTOMER Volume 22, Issue 9 North Central Florida HOME & LIFESTYLE GUIDE For Advertising Information, Contact: RONNIE LAYTON 405-850-2984 MORE INFORMATION ON PAGE 2 Samantha PRUETER386-623-1217 sales@uclifestyleproperties.com UNITED COUNTRY REAL ESTATE LIFESTYLE PROPERTIES

Samantha 386-623-1217PRUETER sales@uclifestyleproperties.com Office: 386-938-1300 1279 Hamilton Ave., Jennings, FL, 32053 JASPER Beautiful Furnished Country Log Home in North Florida! This 3bed/3bath home is what dreams are made of. New shingle roof. New front & back composite deck. New ceiling fans. Two A/C units replaced in 2020. Enjoy cozy ﬁre on a crisp cool evening under the stars. Wood ﬂoors throughout. Stainless steel appliances. Bring the guests - 2 Full RV hook-ups. One RV hook-up has concrete parking pad. Detached 2-car garage & workshop. One horse stall barn with paddock. Enclosed tack room. Fenced & cross fenced. 3 Chicken Coops. Playhouse. Greenhouse & garden area. Close to the Alapaha River & Suwannee River. Make this your home, getaway, or venue? MLS#116712. $588,000 Text RBJDBNR to 52187 JASPER 3 bedrooms, 3 baths. 2510 sq ft. 1.69 acres Beautiful Country Home in Hamilton County, FL! MLS#116302. $359,000 Text RBHZWQD to 52187 UCLifestyleProperties.com Jeromey 352-256-3785WARD jward@UCLifestyleProperties.comREALTORBROKER 2 JASPER 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. 1618 sq ft. 12.18 acres Country Living in North Florida! This manufactured home sits on 12+ acres. MLS#116844. $199,900 Text RBJDPNY to 52187 JASPER 4 bedrooms, 2 baths. 2103 sq ft. 0.5 acre Beautiful home with inground pool on corner lot MLS#116598. $275,000 Text RBJCJVM to 52187 JENNINGS 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. 1413 sq ft. 17.95 acres Beautiful Property in North Florida! Enjoy hunting in your own backyard. MLS#116623. $249,900 Text RBJCPRJ to 52187

www.HallmarkAdams.com 540 WEST DUVAL ST., LAKE CITY, FL 32055 - (386) 755-6600 3 LAKE CITY. Mature planted pines. Nice home site! Convenient to town but has the "living in the country" feel. This 5.29 acres is part of a larger. Part of a family farm that was farmed many years ago. MLS#116609. $59,900. Janet L Creel 386-719-0382 O'BRIEN. Looking for peace and solitude? Here it is....Your little piece of paradise. Check it out before it's gone. They're not making anymore land. Hurry up! MLS#116140. $110,000. Anita Tonetti 386-697-3780 TEXT RBJCLBB TO 52187 TEXT RBHYVSV TO 52187 LAKE CITY. Home located close to downtown with a large Florida room. 3 bedroom 1 bath home. Living room. Kitchen. Oversized laundry room. 1 car covered carport. MLS#116767. $119,000. Tanya Shaffer 386-397-4766 LAKE CITY. Beautiful home inside & out, perfectly maintained ready to move into. Brick work shop that matches home. Split floor plan, large kitchen w/newer appliance, step in shower, canopy blinds, air unit 3 yrs old, all ductwork has been cleaned. MLS#116284. $649,000. Paula Lawrence 386-623-1973 TEXT RBJDMBP TO 52187 TEXT RBHZTDZ TO 52187 LAKE CITY. Commercial lot next to Pizza Hut, across from the VA MLS#115709. $165,000. Amanda Lamb 386-288-6090 FORT WHITE. Open, airy and beautiful estate with plenty of room inside and out! Upgrades throughout including luxury flooring, granite countertops, fresh paint, stainless steel appliances. MLS#116177. $625,000. Angel Rogers 386-288-9383 TEXT RBJDMBQ TO 52187 TEXT RBHZCKG TO 52187

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3. INVEST IN A WELL-MAINTAINED LAWN Another major element of curb appeal you should never underestimate is the power of a well-cared-for-lawn or front yard. These have a huge impact on the overall desirability of your home. "My general rule for landscaping is that the home should look at least as nice as the neighboring homes," says de Jong. "At the very least, home sellers should have the lawn mowed, trees pruned, weeds pulled and garden spruced up with some colorful seasonal flowers, because curb appeal is essential to selling a home." An unmaintained lawn, on the other hand, is not only a curb-appeal deterrent; it also sends a red flag to potential buyers that the home wasn't taken care of, de Jong adds.

4. CONSTRUCT A FIRE PIT. Fire pits soared in popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic while we were all stuck at home, and they continue to be a major outdoor landscape attraction that increases property value. "A fire pit is an arguably universally beloved home feature, perfect for families, young couples and anyone who loves to host and entertain guests," says de Jong. "When built using less expensive materials ... homeowners can increase the ROI of a fire pit to more than 80% and recoup 78% of the costs," adds de Jong.

2. SPRUCE UP THE FRONT WALKWAY. Your walkway is part of a potential buyer's first impression. So, spend some time making your walkway and entrance look pictureperfect. "If the walkway is well-decorated, it instantly creates a good ambiance for the house," says Dawn Templeton, owner and real estate broker with Idaho-based Templeton Real Estate Group. "Plant flowers by the two sides of the walkway, and keep the walkways illuminated properly. It will create a dramatic beauty."

T hough the real estate market is booming and home prices are already at record highs, it can't hurt to maximize the value of your property, particularly if you're considering listing it for sale. One of the ways to accomplish this is by investing in a well-chosen landscaping project, one that impresses potential buyers and entices them to pay a bit more to close the"Whendeal. it comes to getting the best price for your home, the power of landscaping to increase your home's value can't be overlooked," says Beatrice de Jong, broker and consumer trends expert for Opendoor. "First impressions are everything, and curb appeal is what potential buyers notice first. ... It will signal to buyers that they can expect the same from the interior and bones of the house." Here are five landscaping projects that industry experts say are worth the investment to boost your home's value.

1. PLANT TREES. One word: trees. It's the landscaping project nearly every expert recommends for increasing a home's value. "Trees can add up to $9,000 to your home's value, but you should grow them a distance from the septic system, driveways and the house itself to prevent any potential interferences," suggests Bryan McKenzie, co-founder of Bumper Crop Times. "Otherwise, the value of your home can be decreased as buyers may anticipate costly issues." What he's referring to is potential root damage to the home's foundation, falling branches or more. Wisely placed trees, however, have consistently proven to be a smart investment, says Dan Beaulieu, real estate agent, contractor and founder of Burlington House Buyers.

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MLS#115112. $239,900 Jackie Taylor McCrary 386-397-3479

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Text: RBHWVQM To: 52187 Come make this your dream home. 3/1.5 bath on .309 acres, close to VA, shopping, doctors, back is fenced nice patio area for a BBQ. 2 car carport, Garage has been closed in to make a 4th bedroom or sitting room. 1324 sq feet. Hot water heater replaced 5/22. Outside has been painted. MLS#116425. $160,000 FMI Becky Justice 386-590-3013

Great Investment opportunity. 58-unit Mobile home park,14 Unit mobile home park and 5-unit mobile home park plus additional properties all being sold in one package. Properties are in Jasper & Live Oak. 2 acres located on Highway 90 What a find! What a bargain! Located close to town, shopping, doctor's offices. Old home on property has no value.

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MLS#115326. $264,900. Jackie Taylor McCrary 386-397-3479

Historic home located downtown Lake City, Near parks, shopping, restaurants. A must-see home 3/2 with lots of Island charm, landscaped to perfection. Large porch welcomes visitors inside. The home is being renovated 90% finished. Space for everyone including a home office.

MLS#115363. $105,900 Jackie Taylor-McCrary 386-397-3479 Taylor SW Birley Avenue Lake City, FL 32024 retro vintage charming home on corner lot. Original hardwood floors, large family dining rm, bedrooms, private fenced back yard with 2-story future workshop, office, etc. MLS#114909. Only $204,900 Jackie Taylor McCrary 386-397-3479

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Text: RBHVLLW To: 52187 Listings Shown By Appointment Only 3/2 with large family room, fireplace, Over 2000 sq feet under roof, garage has been closed in 2 car carport, Property is high and dry, Home Needs total rehab. Cash only offers. MLS#116366. $225,000. Jackie Taylor McCrary 386-397-3479

Text: RBJBCJP To: 52187 1.93 acres in Three Rivers Estates. Access to the private areas & boat ramp with the $125 HOA fee. See TREPO.NET for more information. Close to Sante Fe River, Itchetucknee River, and Suwannee River. Easy access to I-75. MLS#115786. $43,900 Jeff Taylor 386-365-1712

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Lake Front 3/2 brick home built in 1969, with over 1900 sq feet. Large kitchen with lots of cabinets and dining room, large living room, 2 car garage, Large screened back porch, Looks out over the lake. Tile flooring throughout. Property backs up to Lake Isabelle. Located on a corner lot.

386.497.3305 www.countryrivers.com 7699 S.W. US 27 • FORT WHITE, FL 32038 - CRR@COUNTRYRIVERS.COM COUNTRY RIVERS Realty, LLC FORT WHITE 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. 1200 sq ft. 4.1 Acres MLS#114565. $142,900 Text RBHPTRP to 52187 FORT WHITE 10 acres of North Florida countryside already fenced and ready for your home and animals. MLS#116721. $149,000 Text RBJDCFG to 52187 FORT WHITE 4 bedrooms, 2 baths. 1344 sq ft. 5.14 Acres MLS#116743. $149,000 Text RBJDDKX to 52187 LAKE CITY 10.01 acres beautifully cleared with plenty of trees left for privacy and shade. MLS#116093. $199,900 Text RBHYNSR to 52187 PROVIDENCE 4 bedrooms, 2 baths. 2048 sq ft. 5 Acres Gorgeous setting for this stunning custom log home nestled in the heart of North Florida and just 25 minutes to Alachua, Gainesville or Lake City! MLS#116564. $599,000 Text RBJCFQW to 52187 11

FUN WAYS TO ENHANCE YOUR AT-HOME ExperienceSwimming

The Ocean Blue Cascade Fountain (www. doheny.com) makes an arcing spray when attached to the side of your pool. Add several to create a spray tunnel that not looks elegant and is fun for kids to swim through.

The TRC Recreation Super Soft Adjustable Recliner (www.amazon.com) puts your favorite living room chair in the pool. Fully recline or sit upright. With wide arms that hold drinks, you'll get that full lounge chair experience.

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SWIM-UP MOVIE THEATER Fire up then grill, and then put up your own outdoor movie screen (Amazon.com) in the backyard. Toss in some glow-in-the-dark floats and host your own swim-up movies on a backyard movie screen.

A COOL CONTAINER Clean up and keep the pool area from getting cluttered with a handy (www.improvementscatalog.com).organizerCorral your floats, pool noodles, goggles and swim gear in the Pool Toy Storage Bin with Noodle Organizer, where your toys and supplies fit neatly and are always at the ready.

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POOLSIDE WINE

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FLOATING SPRAY

NIGHT LIGHTS There's no reason you can't have fun once the sun's gone down. Make a fun night of swimming with glow-in-the-dark pool floats (www.jet.com). These glowing floats are as fun as they look.

With a float called the Ocean Blue Wave Rocker SeeSaw Inflatable (www. poolsupplyunlimited.com), kids can be active and teeter-totter to their heart's content.

FUN WITH FOUNTAINS

T here's no question that spending a hot summer day in the swimming pool with a tall glass of lemonade is one of the great joys of life. It's really fun with the variety of pool floats now available: all the oversized pastries, birds and fruits you can toss in the water. But what else can you do besides adding a giant pink flamingo to dress up your pool and enhance your swimming experience? Try these ideas.

Add some flair to the pool with a Sparkling Standard 3-Tier Swimming Pool Fountain (www.intheswim.com). Think of it like running through a sprinkler, but only in the pool. The spray fountain is pretty, elegant and fun, and it sprays up to 16 feet high.

After the day's fun and frolicking what could be better than a cool glass of rose? How about the Swimline Inflatable Rose Wine Pool Float? Spend your happy hour with a chilled wine glass in your hand and a whole bottle to float on (www.orientaltrading.com).

Give your pool an upscale resort look with the Belton Resin Towel Valet (www.wayfair.com). It holds folded towels and has a large basket below to hold used towels oh so elegantly.

Nothing says high-end pool experience like the cabanas you have to reserve at expensive resorts. Create your own resort experience, and get a little shade too, with a canopied

2806 W US Hwy 90 #101 Lake City, FL www.danielcrapps.com32055 386-755-5110 LAKE CITY (COLUMBIA COUNTY) Dreamy 52.5 acres already fenced with lots of possibilities! 3BR/2BA DWMH with large porches; large, detached carport with multiple bays; $750,000 DANIEL CRAPPS 386-397-3002 MLS#116692 Text: RBJCXPL To: 52187 LIVE OAK (SUWANNEE COUNTY) 3BR/2BA 1,875 SqFt home on 60 acres. Enjoy the aboveground pool; several storage houses/sheds; appx 25 acres young pines on back of property $564,900 DANIEL CRAPPS 386-397-3002 MLS#114399 Text: RBHNYDQ To: 52187 O’BRIEN (SUWANNEE COUNTY) SPACIOUS 3BR/2BA 1,920 SqFt home on 20 acres w/ covered patio & pool deck w/large above-ground pool, detached 2-car garage & storage shed on concrete slab $339,900 BAYNARD WARD 386-397-6859 MLS#115093 Text: RBHSKVL To: 52187 WELLBORN (SUWANNEE COUNTY) SCENIC parcels just off CR-137, south of Wellborn; Several lots available, 10- & 20-acre tracts, call for details! (Owner Financing Available) $85,085 EVAN CRAPPS 386-209-4393 MLS#116805 Text: RBJDMNS To: 52187 16 WELLBORN (SUWANNEE COUNTY) HOME IN "LIKE NEW" CONDITION! 36+ acres w/6 wooded acres fronting CR-137, 40x48 horse barn, 30x30 detached office...so many amenities inside & out! $894,000 DANIEL CRAPPS 386-397-3002 MLS#116305 Text: RBHZWKH To: 52187 LAKE CITY (COLUMBIA COUNTY) Great open floor plan in Emerald Cove S/D! Granite countertops, vinyl plank flooring, split bedroom plan; super location just west of US90/I-75 interchange. $350,000 DANIEL CRAPPS 386-397-3002 MLS#116581 Text: RBJCHCG To: 52187 LIVE OAK (SUWANNEE COUNTY) 5 ACRES on SR-51! If you are looking for more acreage, we have (4) additional 5-acre tracts fronting SR-51 and (2) 12.29-acre tracts just behind ($105,000/ea). $60,000/ea DANIEL CRAPPS 386-397-3002 MLS#114702 Text: RBHSMPT To: 52187 LAKE CITY (COLUMBIA COUNTY) Absolutely gorgeous 1-acre lot off scenic Butler Glen for site-built homes only. Want more land? Double the size w/ its sister lot MLS#115505! $69,500/ea DANIEL CRAPPS 386-397-3002 MLS#115504 Text: RBHVHPX To: 52187 REDUCED AGAIN REDUCED

MLS#103221 LAKE CITY (COLUMBIA COUNTY) Great location for a professional office! Has reception area, 2 conference rooms, 6 private offices; 3 bathrooms; kitchen w/dining area $500,000 MLS#114797 LAKE CITY (COLUMBIA COUNTY) US-90 EXPOSURE! 6,645 SQ FT commercial bldg currently split into 3 units; Use 1 for personal use and lease the other two $295,000 MLS#116517 LAKE CITY (COLUMBIA COUNTY) 125.24 ACRES INSIDE CITY LIMITS with over 845' frontage on I-10! Utilities are stubbed out both sides; 12" water loop, 8" force main, 6" gas loop; master lift station that can be expanded. $50,000/acre MLS#114758 LIVE OAK (SUWANNEE COUNTY) Zoned Residential-Office, 4,014 SqFt under roof. It can stay a private residence or be used for business/professional offices. Could be residence and office combined. $425,000 MLS#109310 LAKE CITY (COLUMBIA COUNTY) Excellent location in city limits with easy access to two major arteries of Lake City (US-90 & Baya); will consider lease-purchase at $2,000/mo + taxes & insurance. AS IS. $995,000 MLS#97180 LAKE CITY (COLUMBIA COUNTY) Rare opportunity! 1.544 acres & 350+ ft frontage on SW Main Blvd (US-41), ideal for many commercial uses; zoned CG & in city limits of Lake City w/access to city utilities $189,500 MLS#114694 LAKE CITY (COLUMBIA COUNTY) FOR LEASE! 2,950 SqFt office or retail space on Main Blvd inside city limits $2,500/Month MLS#113562 LAKE CITY (COLUMBIA COUNTY) Prime commercial property with ample exposure on SR-247 just north of the I-75/SR-247 intersection; zoned CI & RMF-1 $699,000 2806 W US Hwy 90 #101 - Lake City, FL 32055 - 386-755-5110 Daniel Crapps (386) dcrapps@danielcrapps.com397-3002 Tom Eagle (386)tomeagle45@gmail.com961-1086 Visit our Loopnet/CoStar website for more details! 17 REDUCEDREDUCED

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Shellie 386-234-0233RealtorYoungcell Shellie@SouthernIntegrityRealty.com Brooke 386-466-6381RealtorBusschercell Brooke@SouthernIntegrityRealty.com Nancy 386-867-1271Broker/OwnerRogers-GRIcell Nancy@SouthernIntegrityRealty.com Bill 386-697-1917RealtorHowe cell William@SouthernIntegrityRealty.com 19 386-867-1271www.SouthernIntegrityRealty.com LISTINGS NEEDED! WeallSOLDhaveours! 2007 split floor plan hardiboard home with 1768 sq ft of heated living space. Open and spacious with too many upgrades to list. Fenced backyard with covered patio. Call today for a virtual tour and or set up your showing. Located in Whispering Pines in TimberWalk. No sign as per owner, feel free to drive by, 13584 SW 81st Circle Ocala, FL. Close to I75 and Florida Turnpike. MLS#116320. Text RBHZYJP to 52187 for more information This 4/2 home is located on the south side of Lake City. Situated on almost an acre and a corner lot with beautiful majestic live oaks as a backdrop. Roof was new in 2017, and the entire house has been beautifully updated. All new stainless appliances. MLS#114807 Text RBHQYJG to 52187 for more information 1900 SQUARE FEET. Zoned CG High traffic count near intersection of Baya and Main Blvd. Entry and exit from Main or Alamo Drive. ADA Handicapped. Owner will make modifications to suit right tenant. This is NOT a triple net lease. Great Exposure! INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY Calling all Investors 4.87 acre parcel with 4 mobile homes 4 septics and one well. Income producing, tenants are month to month but most have been there long term. Building your portfolio? Look no further. MLS#115924. Call Shellie Young 386-234-0233 Text RBHXNQM to 52187 for more information RESIDENTIAL LOT LOCATED IN LAKE CITY. 0.44 acres with road access on 3 sides. MLS#116428. Call Brooke Busscher 386-466-6381 Text RBJBMSH to 52187 for more information INVESTOR SPECIAL. This 3/2 has the potential of a 4th bedroom, renovation was started but not completed. Inside the historic district in Lake City. Great flip or rental potential. Bring us your best offer. Beautiful DWMH on 10 acres with large pond in the back.. Newly remodeled. Home also includes a Barn. Call for more info! 386-867-1271 OCALA $274,900 LAKE CITY $219,900 COMMERCIALLEASE INVESTMENT PROPERTY $260,000 RESIDENTIAL LOT $26,000 SOLD! COMING SOON! CALL TODAY! Beautiful 2013 DWMH with large family room, living rm, dining rm & split floor plan all on a little over 4 acres in Live Oak . Horse Barn with 4 stalls, feed & hay room. Call Brooke Busscher for more information 386-466-6381

DIY HOME PROJECTSIMPROVEMENTTOTRYTHIS Summer

2 Refresh your house with paint. Summer is the perfect season for bigger paint projects. If you have areas in your home that you’ve been meaning to repaint, such as entire rooms or the exterior, summer is the time to do it–and a little paint could go a long way in transforming your space. The warm weather lets the paint cure properly and ensures that it will last longer. “I think painting is one of the best DIY projects because it can be easily corrected if you make any mistakes,” says Chicago-based real estate developer Bill Samuel. “It really has a huge impact on the overall space when you take your time to repair any blemishes and do a quality job.” Dulles recommends painting parts of your home (or all of it) white to make it look bigger and brighter.

3 Check gutters. This might not be the most fun or creative home improvement project, but it’s an important one to protect your home for the winter months ahead and against summer storms. “Winter, followed by a rainy spring, can take a toll on your gutters and downspouts,” says Bailey Carson, a home expert at Angi. “If they’re ignored, you could end up needing to replace them altogether or, worse, dealing with foundation damage, interior flooding, driveway cracks or landscape erosion.” The damage would end up costing you way more than cleaning your gutters. All you need (if you don’t have this equipment already) is a gutter-cleaning attachment for your garden hose, a ladder, a bucket, a gutter scoop and heavy-duty gloves. You could also buy a gutter guard to protect your gutters and prevent leaves from gathering in them.

S ummer is a great time for home improvement projects and DIY updates around the house. Set some time (and money) aside this summer to give your home some TLC. Not only will it increase the overall value of your home, but little upgrades here and there can also save you a lot of money down the line. While some home improvements can be expensive, such as adding central air conditioning or remodeling an entire room of your house, there are more affordable projects that can give you the same effect for a much lower cost. Lumber costs are skyrocketing right now, so if your project calls for it, you’re going to want to plan ahead. Here are some simple, affordable home improvement projects to try this summer that won’t break the bank.

4 Spruce up outdoor areas. Give your yard some attention too – chances are, you’re probably spending a lot more time in it to enjoy the beautiful summer weather. While the cost of renovating your outdoor space varies depending on the project, there are simple DIY improvements you can make to elevate your backyard or front yard for a lot less. Maria Vaamonde, a commercial real estate investor and founder of Property Cashin, suggests landscaping your front yard. “Gardens make homes more aesthetically pleasing, and they also can add to the property value. Summertime is the perfect time to plant perennials, a variety of beautiful-looking flowers that are low maintenance,” says Vaamonde. She also suggests lupines and hydrangeas as other beautiful (and lowmaintenance) additions to your garden.

1 Declutter your home. Organize your entire house if you really want to go all out, or pick a place in your home that needs it most and get to work. Decluttering doesn’t cost anything, and you can earn some money by selling items you no longer use. Plus, you can use your earnings toward other home repairs. “It costs nothing except a week or two of your time, and the ability to let go and part ways with unneeded clutter that no longer brings you or your home joy,” says Emilie Dulles, a lifestyle design expert and founder of Dulles Designs. Your clutter is actually costing you money, and getting rid of things you don’t use can make a lot of room in your house and even give you ideas for other improvements. Because of the warm weather, summer is a good time to declutter and air out those oft-forgotten areas, like the garage, an outdoor shed or the basement, that tend to be used less during colder months.

Take advantage of historically-low interest rates and high demand to sell your home for top dollar. Trust a professional agent found in The Real Estate Book to provide expert services for navigating the home-selling process. Avoid the hassle and get your home sold for the highest value. There’s never been a better time to sell! ARE YOU LOOKING TO SELL YOUR HOME IN THIS MARKET? Learn more: www.RealEstateBook.com

(386)1-800-333-4946752-6575 The Darby-Rogers618 SW Florida Gateway Drive Lake City, FL www.c21Darby-Rogers.com32055 www.century21.com Smarter. Bolder. Faster. TM JENNINGS 1.99 acre lot in Timberlake Subdivsion MLS#116478. $19,900 Call Cindy Carter at 386-965-1997  Text RBJBVKD to 52187 LIVE OAK 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. 2383 sq ft. 4.87 Acres MLS#116412. $540,000 Call Jeb Stewart at 386-965-8059  Text RBJBKZT to 52187 LAKE CITY 3 bedrooms, 3 baths. 1932 sq ft. 0.5 Acre MLS#116345. $349,900 Call Michael Myles at 386-365-7753  Text RBHZZYR to 52187 LIVE OAK 4.1 Acres. Peaceful well thought out subdivi sion. MLS#114223. $65,000 Call Cindy Carter at 386-965-1997  Text RBHNFNN to 52187 CRYSTAL SPRINGS 2 bedrooms, 2 baths. 990 sq ft. MLS#116104. $169,999 Call Austin Shingleton at 386-628-8479  Text RBHYQFH to 52187 MCALPIN 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. 1742 sq ft. 3.87 Acres MLS#116370. $620,000 Call Michael Myles at 386-365-7753  Text RBJBCJQ to 52187 SOLD ✓ Purchases ✓ Construction - One Time Close ✓ Refinancing - Rate/Term - Cash-Out *All loans are subject to credit approval. Information and pricing are subject to change at any time and without notice. Not all applicants qualify. This is not an offer for extension of credit or a commitment to lend. Individual buyer’s financial circumstances may be different and may result in different interest rates, costs, and payments. Please consult your licensed Loan Originator and ask for an official Loan Estimate before choosing your loan. Drummond Community Bank NMLS#806172. Chani Walker Mortgage Loan Officer NMLS# 1688420 386-487-1354 cwalker@drummondbank.com - FHA - USDA - VA - Portfolio - Land OnlyLendingAnConventionalExceptionalExperience 23

www.HitsonRealty.com (386)www.HitsonRealty.com792-1688HITSONInc.REALTY, 102 Hatley St W, Jasper, FL 32052 24 POOL HOME! Completely remodeled 5 bedroom, 3 bath brick home located minutes to Jasper. New metal roof, heating and air condition, carpet and bathrooms. Screened in swimming pool for the hot summer days. Additional building could be converted to pool house or mother in-law suite. MLS#116746. $395,000 TEXT RBJDDKY TO 52187 BEAUTIFUL 2,650 SQ FT 5BD/3BA HOME located on a paved road in Hamilton County. Two story home has plenty of space for a growing family. Great room with wood ﬂooring, paneling and ceiling has large brick ﬁreplace for the cool winter nights. Master bedroom has private balcony for viewing the property. Home is on 3 acres of land just a short drive to Jasper, Valdosta and I-75. Building in back could be converted to workshop or she-shed. MLS#116742. $395,000 TEXT RBJDDKZ TO 52187

ASK THE BUILDER WATER FEATURES IN YOUR YARD CREATES PEACE & TRANQUILITY

Y ou know you can’t magically summon a body of water to appear on your property, but you can enhance your yard, patio or deck with a water feature as small as a fountain or bird bath, or large enough to dunk a VW Beetle. I’ve had small koi or fish ponds at my last three houses, and I have one at my current home in New Hampshire. The Internet is full of advice on how to build a pond. I’ve tried all sorts of methods. I believe I’ve finally come up with a formula that creates a natural-looking pond and keeps pond maintenance to a minimum. The first pond I built 45 years ago was made with concrete. I dug a depression in the backyard that was the size of a two-person jacuzzi. Fortunately, I had enough fall that I could put a drain in the bottom to empty out the water. This allowed me to clean the pond. The concrete was 3 inches thick, and I put chicken wire in it to strengthen it. The day after I poured the concrete I applied a 3/4-inchthick layer of cement stucco over the fresh concrete. I pressed thousands of pieces of rounded gravel into the stucco to make it look better. This pond worked really well, but it was not easy to reach down to unscrew the drain plug. There was no electricity to the pond so I didn’t have a pump or waterfall. This pond would transform to a green swamp in no time. It was a maintenance nightmare, and the fish would die from lack of oxygen. My next pond project involved a cheap plastic liner that had two different water levels in it. This is a good idea because, as you’ll discover, the key to having clear pond water is to have certain aquatic plants that work to keep the pond healthy and the water clear. The house I currently live in has a magnificent pond that I didn’t build. The previous owner had it installed. The liner of the pond is a giant sheet of black commercial rubber roofing. It’s been installed now for 20 years and has never leaked. Installing the rubber is simple. You just dig a hole that’s the size, depth and shape of the finished pond you desire. Be sure to incorporate different levels. You then unroll the rubber and set it in the depression with enough excess to lap up onto the ground surrounding the pond. I have about 16 inches of rubber ringing my pond. It’s covered with granite boulders, plants, moss and so forth in order to completely hide the rubber.

If you really want to go whole hog, you might want to build a small stream that has several small waterfalls within it. This stream eventually feeds into the pond.

D o you want to build a new wall inside your home? Perhaps you're trying to create a new small space for a home office or hobby room, or maybe you have a bigger appetite and are transforming a dank basement into a finished living space. But you have no idea where to start. I've been there. I've experienced your anxiety. Every now and then it's interesting to go back in time. I clearly remember having to build my first partition wall inside a house. I was a soaking wet-behind-theears carpenter working for a small remodeling company. One of my college professors, Dr. Larsen, had asked me to install a half bathroom in his home. I had no idea what to do, so I told him that my boss could do the Oncejob.the simple plans were drawn and the contract signed, I was sent to my professor's house to start the job. I had painted the outside of the home three years before, and Dr. Larsen and his wife trusted me. Little did they know, I had no clue how to build the three simple walls needed for the small new bathroom. I survived with the help of a few phone calls to my boss. It was a humbling experience as I discovered you don't know what you don't know. Keep in mind this was decades before the Internet and YouTube. You have no idea what an advantage you now have when you have to educate yourself about how to repair and build things around your home. Count yourBuildingblessings!anew interior wall in an existing house can be much different from doing it on a new home job site. When we carpenters build a wall for a new home, we typically build it flat on the floor. Once all the studs are nailed to the bottom and top plates, we tilt the wall up and secure it so it doesn't fall over. You can't always do this in an existing home, especially if the ceilings in the room are finished with drywall or plaster. As you tilt the wall up, it binds against the ceiling. If you're challenged by a finished ceiling, you'll most likely have to install your top and bottom plates, making sure the plates are plumb in the same plane. You'll then cut each wall stud to fit snugly between the plates and toenail them in place. Drill angled pilot holes in the ends of the wall studs for the nails. Use no less than 3-inch-long 16d sinker nails to connect the wall studs to the plates. If there is no ceiling, you can tilt the wall up so long as you orient the wall in the same direction as the floor joists above. You simply make sure the top of the wall rises up in between two parallel floor joists. Once the wall is vertical, you can then slide it into position under of drywall off so you Measure of the door where theframemuchofmeasurement.theattachedthetodoor.Addyourroughthehangdoor.In be trimming when you you want just between the the top of your You can height of the just one-quarter the factory Trust me, the install andgapdrywalloverwillbetweenthebottom ©2021 Tim Carter. Content Agency, Building a new interior wall in an existing house can be much different from doing it on a new home job site. When we carpenters build a wall for a new home, we typically build it flat on the floor. By Tim Carter 1

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I also have a waterfall. This waterfall does three things. It adds oxygen to the pond water. The falling water makes a relaxing sound. And the splashing water makes the surface of the pond move ever so slightly, drawing your eye to it. Frogs, chipmunks, squirrels, litter peeper frogs and who knows what else are attracted to this oasis. It’s very soothing to sit by the pond reading a book or just relaxing as a breeze blows by. If you really want to go whole hog, you might want to build a small stream that has several small waterfalls within it. This stream eventually feeds into the pond. A recirculating pump in the ponds sends water to the top of the stream. Think about it. When you go on a hike and come to a moving stream, you almost always stop to watch the water move. Most humans are mesmerized by moving water. I have my own thoughts as to why, but it really doesn’t matter. You know that the babbling sounds of water moving through a stream fills you with happiness. That should be your goal: Create a water feature on your property that will bring a smile to your face every day.

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1. INTRODUCE OPEN SHELVING. If you've got a massive blank wall to fill, you might want to consider adding some shelves. They're a great way to show off your beautiful glassware, a collection of serving ware, or gorgeous cookbooks – and they'll give the room even more storage space. Add sculptural or minimal brackets for that extra touch of elegance.

LITTLE WAYS TO UPDATE YOUR KITCHEN WITHOUT RENOVATING HOME IMPROVEMENT

6. RETHINK YOUR CABINET SPACE. If the main reason you're wishing for a reno is to gain more storage in your current space, reconsider the cabinets you currently have. Double your cabinet space by purchasing graduated shelving inserts, dividers or a turntable. Just assess your storage needs before going nuts at The Container Store.

2. PAINT THE CABINETS. Yes, painting your cabinets is quite a bit of work, but it's incredibly affordable! It's the cost of a can or two of paint (plus primer!) and some elbow grease if you're doing it yourself. Whether you opt for a dramatic black or a soft dove gray, a couple of coats of paint will completely transform the look of the entire space.

W hile we all might have visions of our dream kitchen dancing in our head or multiple images pinned to a Pinterest board, doing a full-scale renovation might not be in the budget at the moment. But that doesn't mean that there's nothing you can do. Here are a few easy ways to update your kitchen – no remodeling necessary.

4. ADD UNDER-CABINET LIGHTING. Give this space some drama while showing off pretty display pieces. You can find a bunch of options, including LED battery-operated versions that just stick on. It's a softer lighting option than overhead lighting – and it creates a warm ambiance at night.

7. COVER YOUR COUNTERTOPS. Unfortunately, we don't all have the countertops of our dreams. A quick way to refresh is by covering a section of your counter with an oversized cutting board or a slab of marble. This idea works especially well if you'd like to camouflage a damaged spot until you're ready to redo the entire countertop.

5. PAINT THE WALLS. Maybe you love your cabinet color, but the rest of the kitchen is feeling a little blah. Punch it up with a new color on the walls. Whether you opt for a bright white or a darker hue, just make sure to pick a color that complements your cabinets.

3. SWAP OUT THE HARDWARE. You won't believe how quick and easy it is to give your old, outdated hardware a refresh. Warm up your finishes with a brass option in a sleek, modern shape. This will instantly make your kitchen look on-trend, but it won't cost a fortune to achieve.

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