SOLD U SO!! 531 Lacebark Drive, Athens, Georgia

Under Construction- The Knox Plan

Popular east-side swim & tennis community!

This open and inviting plan offers a great room with fireplace, formal dining room, and a kitchen with granite counter tops and  breakfast room. The master suite is on the main level, along with 3 additional bedrooms and 2 additional full baths.

LISTED AT: $278,000 SOLD

 

SOLD U SO!! 175 Highland Drive, Athens, Georgia

Perfectly located close to shopping, schools and restaurants!

The home offers formal living and dining rooms, a kitchen with breakfast nook, a small office space off of the kitchen and a family room with fireplace! The split level floor plan offers all living areas on the main level, while three bedrooms and two full baths are located upstairs, and a den/large laundry and fourth bedroom and full bath are on the lower level. Large lot with storage building and fenced area in rear yard. In good condition but ready for your updates.

LISTED AT: $225,000 SOLD

SOLD U SO!! 152 Snapfinger Way, Athens, Georgia

Adorable ranch home in convenient Eastside neighborhood!

This home offers one level living with an open floor plan and split bedroom arrangement. There is a great room with fireplace that is open to the kitchen and a formal dining room. A huge screened porch overlooks the private back yard and deck/grilling area.

LISTED AT: $235,000 SOLD

Rent or Buy in the Greater Athens Area

Is now the right time for you to buy a home?

 

(Information and photo via Keller Williams)

You have many options to consider and choices to make. Buying a home is a big responsibility, financially and emotionally, but, most people want to own a home. Homeownership often is referred to as “The American Dream.” Why is it so special? Among the reasons: Real estate often is an excellent investment, perhaps the number one source of wealth-building for families.

 

“…Owning a home also qualifies you for tax benefits that may assist you in dealing with your new financial responsibilities…”
Owning a home has many benefits. When you make a mortgage payment, you are building equity – and that’s an investment. Owning a home also qualifies you for tax benefits that may assist you in dealing with your new financial responsibilities – such as homeowners’ insurance, real estate taxes, and upkeep, which can be substantial. But given the freedom, stability, and security of owning your own home, they are definitely worth it! Owning your own home also can be a great source of pride and stability.

But homeownership may not be for everyone. It’s a big financial commitment – starting with the initial shock of your purchase (including a down payment and fees paid to a real estate agent, the lender and others) followed by years of monthly mortgage payments, real estate taxes, property insurance, and maintenance costs. When you decide to purchase a home, you accept responsibility for paying for these expenses. They are additional costs to your monthly mortgage payment and should be included in your budget estimates: Property Taxes and Special Assessments, Home/Hazard Insurance, Utilities, Maintenance, Home Owner Association (HOA) Fee if applicable.

One of the advantages of renting is being generally free of most maintenance responsibilities and the flexibility of moving almost as soon as you decide. But by renting, you lose the chance to build equity, take advantage of tax benefits, and protect yourself against rent increases. Also, you may not be free to decorate without permission and may be at the mercy of the landlord for your housing needs. Consider these 4 questions when making your choice:

  1. Do you want to spend several years in a house and in a neighborhood?
  2. Do you enjoy lawn and garden work?
  3. Might you need to move suddenly to care for family?
  4. Do you want to keep your assets accessible in the bank, or do you want to invest long-term in a home?

Interested in learning more about the home buying process? Submit a request for contact or give us a call today. We specialize in knowing all about the greater Athens area, and would love to be your local agent!

SOLD U SO!! 2419 Hoods Mill Road, Commerce, Georgia

Adorable cottage in the woods!

This home sits on a private, 8+ acre, wooded lot with river access. There is a great room with fireplace, kitchen with dining area, two bedrooms with two full baths, plus a fenced rear yard, deck and storage building! Great condition and minutes to Jackson County schools!

LISTED AT: $150,000 SOLD

Real Estate on the River – Country Financial and JWA Part 2

Brandon with Athens Team JWA is Back With Greg From Country Financial

Greg with Country Financial is back on the river with Brandon from Team JWA. This week, we’re talking about what you need to know in the greater Athens area about water and your home! What would you like to know more about, or anyone you’d like to see on the next video segment of Real Estate on the River? Let us know today!

Home Environmental Features in Athens Real Estate

Helping Your Home Be More Efficient in the Greater Athens Area

(Information  and graphic via Keller Williams)

When you’re ready to sell your home, it’s important to know what features home buyers are looking for. Whether their motivation is to save the planet or just to save money, buyers in today’s market are looking for energy efficiency in their homes.

What features do buyers say are most important to them?

Upgrading your home with environmentally friendly and energy-efficient features can attract more buyers to your home and increase your home’s value. Before investing in any upgrades, give our team a call or submit a request for contact and we will help you customize which upgrades are most appealing for your home to buyers in the greater Athens GA area.

Take Team JWA With You This Summer

Show your JWA gear on your travels away from Athens

What fun trips outside of the greater Athens area do you have planned for the Summer of 2018? Or are you planning on staying close the the classic city and enjoying some of the sites, tastes and events that Athens has to offer? We want to hear from you! Be sure to stop by and pick up your Team JWA logo merchandise like koozies, tumblers and more, before you start your big adventures. We would love for you to share your travels by showing your Jennifer Westmoreland and Associates gear wherever you go!

Be sure to tag Jennifer Westmoreland and Associates so that we can be sure to see it and thank you for your share! Who will have the most interesting Summer trip or event, and who will travel the furthest? We hope you have a safe and happy traveling season!

SOLD U SO!! 1061 Hearthstone Way, Athens, Georgia

Gorgeous traditional home
in the desirable North Oconee school district
with an Athens address!

1061 Hearthstone Way has a bright interior, offering a two story great room, keeping room, formal dining and living rooms, and a main level owner’s suite, plus three additional bedrooms and a loft area upstairs. The home also offers a finished basement with full bath, and more unfinished space for expansion.

Great lot with invisible fencing installed.
You can join the neighborhood pool, if desired.

LISTED AT: $450,000 SOLD

SOLD U SO!! 189 Whisperwood Lane, Athens, Georgia

Convenient East Athens location in a great neighborhood!

189 Whisperwood Lane features an open great room and kitchen, plus a formal dining room. The home also offers a split bedroom arrangement with three bedrooms on the main level and one bedroom upstairs. Minutes to schools, shopping and restaurants. New roof (only 1 year old), plus a large fenced in back yard!

LISTED AT: $200,000 SOLD