Tag Archive for: selling my house

7 May Home Care Hints in the Greater Athens area

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7 Tasks for the month of May to help maintain your home

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. Check all decks, patios, porches, stairs and railings for loose members and deterioration.
  2. 2. Check plumbing shut-off valves. Ensure that they turn off and on freely.
  3. 3. Service your kitchen disposal by grinding several cups of ice cubes.
  4. 4. Check vents, louvers and chimneys for bird nests and squirrels.
  5. 5. Check your sprinkler system for leaky valves and exposed lines.
  6. 6. Inspect your home’s exterior siding for mildew. Scrub off as necessary.
  7. 7. Check your air conditioning unit and have it serviced before summer temperatures arrive.

    As always, I appreciate referrals from my friends and past clients. If you know of anyone who is looking to buy or sell real estate, please send them my way! Interested in buying or selling your next home? Submit a request for contact or just give us a call!

Real Estate on the River – Athens Area Humane Society

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Jennifer Westmoreland & Associates Goes on the Road to the Athens Humane Society!

Team JWA’s Jennifer and Brandon take a road trip to our friends at the Athens Area Humane Society on this week’s episode of Real Estate on the River! This week, we talk with Executive Director Jane Stewart of the AAHS on current adoptions, their upcoming Great Catsby fundraiser at the State Botanical Gardens, and more! Be sure to follow our JWA blog for upcoming Real Estate on the River episodes.

Interested in tickets to the AAHS Great Catsby fundraiser on April 27th? Visit their event page for more information. We’re proud to support the AAHS as the presenting sponsor for this fantastic upcoming event. Visit our event page for additional details as well!

JWA Real Estate on the River Fences by Todd

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Team JWA’s Brandon Talks With Todd Dellinger of Fences by Todd

Get your greater Athens area fence installation questions answered on this week’s JWA segment of Real Estate on the River! This week, Team JWA’s Brandon McEachern talks with Todd Dellinger from Fences by Todd. Take a look at the video below to learn more about fence requirements for your home, the upcoming golf tournament and more! What would you like to see in upcoming Real Estate on the River segments? E-mail Brandon at brandon@thejwa.com or give us a call today! Ready to learn more about selling your current home, or interested in learning what’s currently on the market? Submit a request for contact today.

The Importance of Home Listing Photos in the Greater Athens Area

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Selecting the best photos to highlight your home

When preparing to sell your home, it can be important to capture the best of your home via the listing photos! There are several details that shouldn’t be overlooked when planning on showing your home as best it can be seen. Hannah and our team at the JWA are specialists at staging and photography of your home! Give us a call today or submit a request for contact for your custom home or sale plan.

Don’t Forget To Spring Forward in the Greater Athens Area

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Daylight Saving Time begins this Sunday

(Information and photo via Keller Williams)

Daylight Saving Time begins at 2:00am on Sunday, March 11th. Make sure to turn your clocks ahead one hour. It can also be a good idea to check the batteries on your smoke detectors this time of year. Follow our blog for additional monthly home maintenance hints in the greater Athens area!

Greater Athens Area Golf Tournament to Benefit the Athens Community Council on Aging

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Support the ACCA with a day of golf in Athens!

You’re invited to a golf tournament at the UGA Golf Course to benefit the Athens Community Council on Aging. Registration begins at 11am with lunch at 12pm and 1pm Shotgun start. Teams of 4 are $400 and additional sponsorships are available! At Jennifer Westmorleand & Associates, we’re happy to be the presenting sponsor of this event!
 
Entry Includes free range balls, lunch, and scoring party dinner plus prizes, with proceeds of the event benefiting the ACCA. Invite friends and join us for a day or fun for a wonderful cause! Registration form below, or contact us for more information.

How Much is my Home Worth in the Greater Athens Area

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Are you ready to sell your home?

(Information and photo via Keller Williams)

If you’re considering selling your home, you’re probably interested in one big question – How much is your property worth?

Determining the market value of your home is complex and working with a local market expert like me can help you determine the right price to get you top dollar when you’re ready to sell.  Whether you’re looking to move quickly or just want to explore your options, we are happy to help. We can provide you with a customized home value plan for your individual home. Simply click here and provide some basic information. We’ll provide you with a custom home valuation guide.

Interested in learning more, but not quite ready to buy or sell? Submit a request for contact or give us a call today so we can discuss our current greater Athens area real estate market and the value of your home – 706-389-9953.

7 Home Care Tips February 2018 in the Greater Athens Area

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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,

Real Estate on the River Country Financial Athens

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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!

Team JWA Real Estate on the River – TLE Inspections

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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!