River Valley Real Estate
&HOME HOME January 2020
Stunning Custom Built Home! Crowne Point, Hackett
River Valley Real Estate
&HOME HOME
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FORT SMITH HOMEBUILDERS ASSOCIATION ........................................................................3
January 2020
FORT SMITH BOARD OF REALTORS ............................................................................................13 CRAWFORD COUNTY BOARD OF REALTORS ........................................................................24 TRANSFORM BATHROOMS WITH TECHNOLOGY .............................................................25 WHICH RENOVATIONS ARE WORTH AN INVESTMENT .................................................28 10 TIPS FOR WINTER SAFETY ..........................................................................................................31
Stunning Custom Built Home! Crowne Point, Hackett
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Advertising information is available from Sharee Shelton at (479) 785-7700 ext 1322 or sshelton@swtimes.com
Assurance Realty ....................................................18-19 Medlock & West Realty...............................................10 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices......................12 Quantum Property Services ...................................8-9 Boss Bins...........................................................................26 RE/MAX Executives .....................................................17 Chuck Fawcett Realty...........................................14-16 Ronald Ragon Realty .....................................................7 Citizens Bank..................................................................32 Stoneshire .......................................................................29 Cobblestone ....................................................................11 Trinity Multifamily........................................................27 Coldwell Banker Fleming Lau Realty .................4-6 Weichert Realtors - The Griffin Company...20-21 First Financial Bank .....................................................30 Western Arkansas Title ..............................................31
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Welcome Home! Fort Smith, Arkansas 479.646.7444
,800
8 $33
8200 Donnington Court
Come see this beautiful 2092 sq. ft., 3 bdrm 2 bath cottage-styled home features an open plan, coffee bar/butler’s pantry, stainless steelvappliances, quartz counter tops, interior brick accents, mud room andvdesk, large covered patio with outdoor gas logs fireplace and irrigation. Call Robin @ 479-719-0593 for your showing. Owner/Agent.
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9 $27
9508 Shire Valley Court
Come tour this gorgeous 1,670 sq. ft., 2 bdrm 2 bath cottage-styled home featuring spacious open living, large kitchen, stainless steel appliances, interior brick accents, wood/tile/carpet floors, large rear entry garage, irrigation and covered patio. Call Paul @ 479-651-5266 for your showing. Owner/Agent.
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8404 Donnington Court
This 2,577 sq. ft., 4 bdrm 3 full bath home features an open plan with a huge walk in pantry, large 3 car garage, wood floors through social areas and carpet in bedrooms/closets, tile in wet areas, interior brick accents, quartz counter tops, custom cabinets and stainless steel GE appliances. The home is also 95% gas furnace with gas logs fireplace, 16 Seer AC, instant hot water, custom blinds, irrigation, gutters and large outdoor covered patio. Call Robin @ 479-719-0593 for your showing. Owner/Agent.
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8207 Donnington Court
Tour this 2,173 sq. ft., 3 bdrm 2 bath, cottage-style home with spacious interior featuring open living, barn doors, brick accents, quartz countertops, lockers, custom lighting and luxurious master suite. Located in the new Valley of Stoneshire community, this home also includes year-round lawn care and maintenance. If you dream of being surrounded by nature offering walking trails and biking trails in the convenience of the city then your dream has come true!!! Call Paul @ 479-651-5266 for your showing. Owner/Agent.
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9205 Shirecrest Drive
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Take a look at this 3,615 sq. ft., 4 bdrm 4 bath, custom home featuring formal dining, sitting room /study or 5th bedroom, fully operational media room, large walk-in pantry/mudroom/laundry, spacious master suite with enormous closet, the latest custom cabinets, lighting and paint colors, gutters and irrigation, oversized tandem 3-car garage plus large covered outdoor living area surrounded by mature hardwoods. Call Rocky @ 479-651-6118 for your showing. Owner/Agent.
8409 Stoneshire Drive
Located on a corner lot, this unique 2,830 sq. ft., 4 bdrm 2.5 bath, home features open living with hip-vault beamed ceilings in living and master bath, geothermal heating and air, stained heated concrete floors and counter tops, 2 pantries, breathtaking custom lighting, mudroom with key desk and lockers plus outdoor living area with kitchen and fireplace. The luxurious master suite is a must-see and while you’re there check out the fully equipped media room! Call Rocky @ 479-651-6118 for your showing. Agent.
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5604 Graystone Drive
5708 Graystone Drive
700 Candlestick Court
Well maintained and move-in ready! This 1,900 sq. ft., 3 bdrm 2 bath, split floor plan home features formal dining, granite, pantry, custom faux paint finishes, master bath with double vanities and 2 walk-in closets plus relaxing backyard with covered patio. Call Robin @ 479-719-0593 for your showing. Agent.
One owner 2,210 sq. ft., 4 bdrm 2 bath home, with 3 car side entry garage on a corner lot in south Ft Smith. Huge living room, formal dining, double ovens, raised kitchen bar, 2 pantries, unbelievable storage everywhere, private master suite with enormous walk-in closet, separate laundry/utility, stg building with concrete floor and electric, covered patio, irrigation system, plus garage with epoxied floor and utility sink are just a few of the features you’ll want to check out. Call Rocky @ 479-651-6118 for your showing. Agent.
This 1,283 sq. ft., 3 bdrm 2 bath home would make a great starter or downsize home. The home features new kitchen appliances, new kitchen sink, NO CARPET, new wood laminate floors, covered patio and huge fenced backyard. Call Rocky @ 479-651-6118 for your showing. Agent.
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From All of Us At Fort Smith Board of REALTORS® 2020 Board of Directors
DEBBIE DOLAN
President Chuck Fawcett Realty-Greenwood
ORVAL SMITH
Director Elite Pest Control
AARON BREWER President-Elect Mountain Vista Real Estate
WAYNE KING
Director Weichert Realtors The Griffin Company
SHARLA LAU
Vice President Coldwell Banker Fleming Lau Realty
ASHLEE MILTON
SHANA BROWN
RHONDA BLACK
Secretary-Treasurer Quantum Property Services
Past President Keller Williams Platinum Realty
MICHELLE LINAM
GLEE COSNER
Director Chuck Fawcett Realty
Director Jimmy Bell Real Estate Company
RACHEL CANNAVA-BROWN
JONELLA GRAHAM
Director Bradford & Udouj Realtors
Director Weichert Realtors - The Griffin Company
Director Coldwell Banker Fleming Lau Realty
CLIF WARNOCK
Director Warnock Real Estate
Visit our website to look up a list of any of our REALTORS®. www.fortsmithboardrealtors.com
01301104-01
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3920 Rogers Avenue | Fort Smith, AR 72903 479-242-4000 | WeichertGriffin.com
Alex Pugh
Amber Dunham
Brandi Heydenreich
Calissa Titus
Charlotte King
Chris King
479-462-4872
479-965-6537
479-651-5203
479-357-9364
479-461-6700
479-650-8658
Realtor®
Realtor®
Realtor®
Realtor®
Realtor®
Realtor®
Alex.Pugh@WeichertGriffn.com
Amber.Dunham@WeichertGriffin.com
BrandiH@WeichertGriffin.com
Calissa.Titus@WeichertGriffin.com
Charlotte.King@WeichertGriffin.com
Chris.King@Weichertgriffin.com
Chris Welk
Dave Adams
Doug Elmore
Drew Fortson
Elisha Hankins
Enrique Bravo
479-747-3739
479-883-6778
479-806-9816
870-834-9396
479-670-0385
479-652-1248
Realtor®
Realtor®
Realtor®
Realtor®
Realtor®
Realtor®
Chris.Welk@WeichertGriffin.com
Dave.Adams@WeichertGriffin.com
Doug.Elmore@WeichertGriffin.com
Drew.Fortson@WeichertGriffin.com
Elisha.Hankins@WeichertGriffin.com
Enrique.Bravo@WeichertGriffin.com
Eric Wilson
Janet Richards
Jeff Marks
Jonella Graham
Jordan Johnson
Justin Rogers
479-769-5217
479-414-3304
479-414-1193
479-459-5079
479-849-6894
479-629-1733
Realtor®
Realtor®
Realtor®
Realtor®
Realtor®
Realtor®
Eric.Wilson@WeichertGriffin.com
Janet.Richards@WeichertGriffin.com
Jeff.Marks@WeichertGriffin.com
Jonella.Graham@WeichertGriffin.com
Jordan.Johnson@WeichertGriffin.com
Justin.Rogers@WeichertGriffin.com
Keith Hollingsworth
Kevin King
Larry Ruth
Laura Colburn
Laura Parker
Laurie Hales
479-206-3193
479-650-0130
479-806-6406
479-883-8051
479-650-0899
479-650-7315
Realtor®
Realtor®
Realtor®
Realtor®
Realtor®
Realtor®
KeithW@WeichertGriffin.com
Kevin.King@WeichertGriffin.com
Larry.Ruth@WeichertGriffin.com
Laura.Colburn@WeichertGriffin.com
Laura.Parker@WeichertGriffin.com
Laurie@WeichertGriffin.com
Lisa Elmore
Margie Newberry
Marty Anderson
Melissa Hallmark
Nancy Weaver
Robin Fagan
Realtor®
479-651-5189
Realtor®
Lisa.Elmore@WeichertGriffin.com
479-207-3656
Margie.Newberry@WeichertGriffin.com
Rudolph Shores Realtor®
479-551-4724
Rudolph.Shores@WeichertGriffin.com
Realtor®
479-719-0923
Marty.Anderson@WeichertGriffin.com
Sarah Bravo 479-652-1247
479-285-0871
MelissaH@WeichertGriffin.com
Sarah Newton
Realtor®
Sarah.Bravo@WeichertGriffin.com
Realtor®
Realtor®
479-218-2363
Sarah.Newton@WeichertGriffin.com
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Realtor®
479-462-5644
Realtor®
Nancy.Weaver@WeichertGriffin.com
Wayne King Realtor®
479-461-5156
Wayne.King@WeichertGriffin.com
479-926-5008
Robin.Fagan@WeichertGriffin.com
Xavier Laster Realtor®
479-629-1539
Xavier.Laster@WeichertGriffin.com
NEW LISTINGS Barling
Laura Colburn 479-883-8051
Barling
1018 Mourning Dove Way $225,500
1024 Mourning Dove Way $215,540
ML#1029972
ML#1029973
4 BEDS | 2 BATHS 1,725 S.F.
Barling
Laura Colburn 479-883-8051
Charleston
1010 Mourning Dove Way $209,950
522 S School Street $95,000
ML#1029971
ML#1029796
3 BEDS | 2 BATHS 1,615 S.F.
Fort Smith
Melissa Hallmark 479-285-0871
3 BEDS | 1 BATHS 1,120 S.F.
Sarah Newton 479-218-2363
Fort Smith
3313 S 41st Street $159,900
919 S 17th Street $45,000
ML#1030160
ML#1030140
3 BEDS | 2 BATHS 1,575 S.F.
Greenwood
Jonella Graham 479-459-5079
3 BEDS | 2 BATHS 1,658 S.F.
Laura Colburn 479-883-8051
Jonella Graham 479-459-5079
4 BEDS | 3 BATHS 2,434 S.F.
Van Buren
309 W Gary Street $159,900
402 Drennen Street $55,000
ML#1029872
ML#1029912
4 BEDS | 3 BATHS 2,514 S.F.
Melissa Hallmark 479-285-0871
3 BEDS | 2 BATHS 1,576 S.F.
Serving Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley FORT SMITH 479-242-4000 · SPRINGDALE 479-756-1003 · FAYETTEVILLE 479-935-4090 · BENTONVILLE 479-268-5500
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DISCOVER YOUR STYLE! Immerse yourself in the quality and character of Stoneshire, located in the heart of Chaffee Crossing in Fort Smith, Arkansas. This secluded and private neighborhood features historic detailing, complemented by modern, open floor plans ranging from cottage style to larger one-acre estates. Enjoy a walk or run just outside your door on one of the many trails in Chaffee Crossing and nearby Ben Geren Park. Spend your leisure time riding a bike or go fishing at Wells Lake or Torriane Lake, both only minutes away.
LEARN MORE AT
STONESHIREATCHAFFEE.COM LOCATED ACROSS FROM STONEHOUSE AT THE INTERSECTION OF MASSARD ROAD AND SHIRECREST
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Specializing in Federal Housing Administration (FHA) Financing Since 1935 Conventional, VA, FHA, and Rural Development Loans available.
USE THIS CHART TO ESTIMATE YOUR MONTHLY MORTGAGE PAYMENT. Interest Rate 4.250% 4.375% 4.500% 4.625% 4.750% 4.875% 5.000% 5.250% 5.500% 5.750% 5.875% 6.000% 6.250% 6.375% 6.500%
Repayment Term per $1,000 15 YEARS 7.52 7.59 7.65 7.71 7.78 7.84 7.91 8.04 8.17 8.30 8.37 8.44 8.57 8.64 8.71
20 YEARS 6.19 6.26 6.33 6.39 6.46 6.53 6.60 6.74 6.88 7.02 7.09 7.16 7.31 7.38 7.46
30 YEARS 4.92 4.99 5.07 5.14 5.22 5.29 5.37 5.52 5.68 5.84 5.92 6.00 6.16 6.24 6.32
Determine your loan amount and divide that amount by 1000. Multiply that product by the number that corresponds with the interest rate and repayment term you have chosen. The final product will by your monthly principal and interest payment.
EXAMPLE :
MPBO t JOUFSFTU SBUF 30 year repayment term 100,000/1,000=100 100x4.92=$492.00*
(Mortgage Credit Certificate)
YOU COULD EARN UP TO $2,000 TAX CREDIT FOR A PRIMARY HOME PURCHASE. (DOLLAR FOR DOLLAR CREDIT)
MCC QUALIFICATIONS
(Please call for additional details or prequalification.)
t Obtain a fixed rate Conventional, FHA, VA or RD loan for a purchase of a PRIMARY residence. t Purchase price must not exceed $270,000. t ALL types of income for ALL persons over the age of 18 who will be living in the residence must be reported. t The yearly tax credit can be received as long as the owner lives in the home, retains a mortgage, and has a tax liability. t Each year the tax credit is recalculated on the remaining principal balance.
SEBASTIAN COUNTY
t Buyers may NOT have owned a primary home in the previous 3 years unless they are a Veteran. Income Limits #of People Living in Household 1-2
Total Household Income $63,480
3-4
$74,060
CRAWFORD COUNTY
t Buyers MAY have previously owned or currently own a home. Income Limits #of People Living in Household
*NOTE: Taxes, Insurance and Mortgage Insurance (if applicable) are not included in above calculation.
1-2
Total Household Income $70,800
3-4
$82,600
** PLEASE CONSULT AN ACCOUNTANT FOR ADDITIONAL TAX DETAILS.
FIRST FINANCIAL MORTGAGE IS PROUD TO BE THE #1 MCC LENDER IN ARKANSAS SINCE 2011. ETHAN ADAMSON Branch Manager/ Loan Originator NMLS #924274 479-459-3719
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