7 Home Care Tips February 2018 in the Greater Athens Area

You can keep your home in top shape with simple tasks throughout the year.

(Information via Keller Williams)

This month, be sure to:

  1. 1. Clean the vent duct for your clothes dryer. Fires created by clogged dryer vents are one of the most common causes of house fires.
  2. 2. Test your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms.
  3. 3. Make sure you and your family members know the location of all gas shut-off valves.
  4. 4. Examine your thermostat. Clean the heat sensor, contact points, and contacts; check your thermometer’s accuracy and replace if necessary.
  5. 5. Pull out your refrigerator and clean behind the unit. Be sure to clean off the coils.
  6. 6. Replace or clean furnace filters.
  7. 7. Check your fire extinguishers. Refill or replace as needed.
  8. Thinking about buying or selling your next dream home? We’d be happy to help with the process! Give us a call today, or submit a request for contact. We’ll provide you with a customized purchase or sale plan for your home in the greater Athens area,

This Month in Real Estate February 2018

Learn about current market trends, and what’s going on in your neighborhood

(Information and graphics via Keller Williams)

 

Interested in what’s going on in your neighborhood in the Greater Athens area? Give us a call today, or submit a request for contact. We’d be happy to provide you with a custom home valuation guide and home sale or purchase plan.

February 2018 Market Update decorative image Monthly VideoAccording to the National Association of REALTORS®, existing home sales slipped slightly in December. Looking at the entirety of 2017, a modest 1.1 percent increase was posted. While housing demand remains high in many parts of the country, the limited number of available homes for sale has significantly stunted overall growth.
  Interest Rates decorative image   Monthly VideoAccording to Freddie Mac, 30-year fixed rates rose from 3.99 percent to 4.15 percent. This rate remains well below the historical average of 8.90 percent.
  Home Sales decorative image   Home Sales Graph   The National Association of REALTORS® reported home sales at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of approximately 5.6 million homes during the month of December. This was a decrease of 3.6 percent from November and an increase of 1.1 percent from December of last year.
  Home Prices decorative image   Home Price Graph   The median home price decreased to $246,800 in December, which was down 0.2 percent from November and up 5.8 percent from December of last year. The median home price has increased by approximately $13,500 in the past year alone.
  Inventory decorative image   Inventory Graph   There was a 3.2-month supply of housing inventory in December, which was an 8.6 percent decrease from November. The total number of available homes for sale has decreased by 11.1 percent compared to December of last year.
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Real Estate on the River Country Financial Athens

Pet Insurance, Community Fundraisers and More

In this week’s segment of Team JWA’s Real Estate on the River, Brandon with Team JWA talks with Greg Simpson of Country Financial about pet insurance, upcoming community events and fundraisers, and more! Be sure to follow our JWA blog to be the first to see the next Real Estate on the River! Interested in purchasing your next dream home or ready to move? Submit a request for contact or give us a call today!

SOLD U SO!! 210 Talmadge Lane, Arnoldsville, Georgia

Cute split foyer home on large 1.5 acre lot with fenced rear yard!

The home features three bedrooms on the main/upper level, along with two baths, great room with fireplace, kitchen with all appliances, breakfast room and formal dining room. The lower level offers two additional rooms with potential for a home office and den, as well as a full bath, laundry room and large storage closet. ALL NEW laminate wood flooring throughout the home!

LISTED AT: $145,000 SOLD

 

4 Ways To Help Make Your Home As Pet Friendly As You Are

Adding pet friendly features to your home in the greater Athens area

(information and photo via Keller Williams)

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Is Your Home as Pet Friendly as You Are?Pet ownership is at an all-time high, with 65 percent of U.S. households owning a pet. That shakes out to more than 79 million homes. Whether you own a pet (which you likely do!) or if you’re thinking of selling your home in the future, adding these 4 pet friendly features to your home will boost its value – both with potential home buyers and your four-legged friends!

1. Sturdy fence. Pets need a secure, sturdy fence to keep them, well, fenced in. Look for solid materials and a height of at least six feet, and make sure the end structure is escape-proof.

2. Safe plants. Certain plant varieties are toxic to cats and dogs, so look up the names of all plants – whether for indoors or out – before you purchase them to determine their toxicity rating.

3. Easily cleaned flooring. A durable, easily cleaned floor will make any potential pet accidents less of a problem. Carpet may be soft, but it tends to trap hair, allergens and stains.

4. Mudrooms. With pet ownership on the rise, dedicated pet owners are in the market for special features like mudrooms that include handheld pet showers or utility sinks.

Looking to buy, sell or invest in real estate? Let’s talk about it. Call us today to send us a request for contact to arrange a personalized consultation.

River Shoals Dr

JUST REDUCED!! 9 River Shoals Drive, Athens, Georgia

This custom home is tucked away in one of
Athens’ private gated neighborhoods!

This gorgeous home features a warm and inviting floor plan with heart pine floors, a gourmet kitchen with breakfast nook and keeping room, a formal dining room, and a great room with stone fireplace and french doors leading to the covered stone patio with pool and spa. The owner’s suite is on the main level and also offers access to the private pool space. Upstairs, there are three additional bedrooms, an office and a huge media/bonus space with separate access to the outside.

This home offers a wooded and private location but is still just minutes to all Athens has to offer!

LISTED AT: $785,000

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SOLD U SO!! 1645 Harperfield Drive, Bogart, Georgia

Located in the popular North Oconee school district!

This beautiful traditional home features an open and inviting floor plan with a great room with fireplace, and a large kitchen with breakfast room, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. The owner’s suite is on the main level and has access to the rear deck overlooking the large, level backyard. There is a second bedroom with full bath located on the main level as well. Three additional bedrooms with large closets are upstairs, along with storage space. Located just around the corner from the Harperfield neighborhood pool!

Shows well and easy to show!

LISTED AT: $350,000 SOLD

 

Team JWA Real Estate on the River – TLE Inspections

TLE Worry Free Home Inspections Joins Us for This Week’s Segment

This week, Team JWA’s Brandon McEachern talks with K O’Dowd from TLE Worry Free Home Inspections about what to look for in home inspections in the greater Athens area, upcoming bike races, and more! Follow our Jennifer Westmoreland and Associates blog for future updates from the river!

SOLD U SO!! 1164 Blakewood Lane, Bethlehem, Georgia

Congrats to the Crispino Family!