Your Athens Georgia Expert - 05/31/07 11:45 PM
As the broker of Success Realty, Michelle DeRepentigny is proud to lead a group of enthusiastic & ethical Realtors in providing premium customer service to all our clients.
Michelle believes that true success is about more than just money. Many clients have asked her why the name "Success Realty"? Her reply … (0 comments)
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Blairsville Scottish Festival and Highland Games - 05/30/07 11:03 PM
The 4th annual Blairsville Scottish Festival and Highland Games are coming to the North Georgia Mountains the weekend of June 8, 9 and 10 2007. The sound of bagpipes can be heard throughout Meeks Park while Scottish athletes compete in events tracing back to early Scotland when Scottish men tested their … (1 comments)
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Blue Ridge Mountain Ride For Life 2007 Poker Run - 05/26/07 10:59 AM
The News Observer's 7th Annual Ride For Life Poker Run will be held June 2, 2007. Registration starts at 9 a.m. at the Blue Ridge Kiwanis Fairgrounds.Registration is $25 and includes one poker hand, one lunch, and one T-shirt (to the first 100 who register). Additional poker hands are one for … (0 comments)
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Experience the Heritage and Sounds of the North Georgia mountains - 05/26/07 10:48 AM
For the first time, the rich traditions and the distinctive sounds of the north Georgia mountains are coming together for an unforgettable event, the Georgia Mountain Roots & Music Festival. The Festival will take place June 8 - June 10 at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds. Tickets for the musical performances … (0 comments)
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Extremely Private Log Home - 05/24/07 09:47 PM
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4 Dangers of the Short Sale - 05/22/07 03:13 PM
Beware of the Dangers of the “Short Sale” As the real estate market has slowed down, you are faced with two different types of sellers. There are those who want to sell, whether they think they are at the “peak” of the market or simply want to move on to … (3 comments)
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Tips for Planning a Smooth Move - 05/22/07 08:32 AM
Planning is the key. Even if your move is within the same general area, there are several actions that can expedite the procedure. A month before the move, fill out change of address forms for the post office, the IRS and any others that need to be notified. If you intend … (1 comments)
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Ivy Ridge Estates Grand Opening - 05/22/07 05:45 AM
Ivy Ridge Estates Grand Opening. Ivy Ridge has beautiful 1+ Acre lots ranging from 65K to 145k. Many Great Lots are Still Available. This Estate community is an all wood siding community destined to be one of North Georgia Premier Communities. Ivy Ridge is conveintly located between Blue Ridge and McCaysville … (0 comments)
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5 Ways A Clean Sweep Can Floor A Buyer! - 05/22/07 05:18 AM
The floors in your house can project a powerful image, positive or negative, to a potential buyer. Following are some simple and inexpensive steps you can take to increase your home’s marketability from the bottom up. 1) Do not sweep things under a rug or carpet! The carpet or rug … (0 comments)
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My minutes refuse to Rollover...How do you train yours? - 05/19/07 08:36 AM
I am sure I am not the only one but I am constantly trying to tweak my cellphone plan so it will suit me best. I am currently a Verizon Wireless Customer and they provide great service. Except, their plans are more expensive than the next available carrier AT&T (formerly Cingular) … (4 comments)
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What About Earnest Money - 05/17/07 08:13 PM
With the exception of court-ordered sales, you are not required by law to make a deposit of a certain size, or any deposit at all. Nevertheless, most sellers tend to measure the seriousness of a buyer’s intention by the size of the deposit. A seller could refuse to consider an offer … (0 comments)
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7 Tips to Selling Your Home in Georgia During The Spring and Summer - 05/17/07 02:45 PM
If you could sell your home under ideal conditions, your life and that of your real estate agent would be much easier. But that’s not always possible. Even though summer is traditionally a period of high sales activity, certain conditions can make a summer home sale difficult. If you hope to … (0 comments)
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Ellijay Saturday Farmers’ Market scheduled to Start on May 26th - 05/17/07 02:07 PM
The Ellijay Farmers’ Market will begin on Saturday May 26th in the parking lot of Gilmer County Farm Bureau and continue the market through Labor Day Weekend. The Farm Bureau is located down by Pepsi on River Street. This year vendors will be allowed to set up beginning at 7:309 a.m.m … (0 comments)
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4th Annual ETC Bluegrass Festival & Apple Blossom Auto Show. - 05/16/07 12:37 PM
June 2 4th Annual ETC Bluegrass Festival & Apple Blossom Auto Show. Held at the Lions Club Fairgrounds from 9am to 9pm. Great entertainment from Honi Deaton & Dream, Mike Snider, Carolina Blue Grass, The Barker Brothers, Blue Ridge Grass, Ducktown Station and More! Car show registration is 8am to 12 … (0 comments)
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Youth Fishing Days - 05/16/07 12:33 PM
Just love this! Youth Fishing Days - 5/19/2007 at 8:30 - 4 pm Children and their special "big person" can fish in one of two ponds, stocked with catfish, bass, and bream. Fish caught in the ponds can be kept and staff are available to assist. Bring your own bait for … (0 comments)
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Mountain Flower Art Festival - Dahlonega Ga - 05/16/07 12:28 PM
Great Time Every Year at this Festival
Mountain Flower Art Festival - 5/19 - 5/20/2007 at 10 am - 6 pm Enjoy 2 days of Fine Art and wildflowers . This festival celebrates local and area mountain wildflowers so abundant in North Georgia this time of year. Artist and skilled … (0 comments)
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To Remodel or Not: 5 Deciding Factors - 05/16/07 12:13 PM
While every real estate market is diverse, you perhaps already know quite a bit about your area’s real estate market just because you live there. With that knowledge and an understanding of the 5 D’s of remodeling, you must be in a position to sort out all the suggestion you’ll … (0 comments)
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7 Ways to Find a Home with Resale Value - 05/15/07 02:03 PM
If you are looking to buy a new home, try to find a home that will have a good resale value down the road. This concept applies to first time home buyers who are just looking for a “first home” as well as home buyers who plan on living in … (0 comments)
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Foreclosure Partial Payment Information - 05/14/07 05:11 PM
Foreclosure Partial Payment Information Make Partial Payments on your Mortgage if the Lender Will Accept Them. If you can afford to make partial payments on your mortgage and want to try to arrange a workout, you should start submitting partial payments to the lender. You can the try to formalize partial … (0 comments)
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Truth About MLS Listings - 05/13/07 04:25 PM
On a daily basis we get the question why do we need to use a MLS alert service when I can just get the information from Realtor.com or other services. Well, you can’t. You don’t receive all the information, and the part that you do receive isn’t the whole story. And … (0 comments)
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Upcoming Events in Ellijay Next Weekend - 05/11/07 06:10 PM
May 19th
Friends of the Gilmer County Library spring books sale at the library on 103 Dalton Street, just off the squre in Ellijay from 10am - 1pm. Stock up on great books for your summer reading. All books are slightly used. Benefits the library.
Arts Around the Square. GAHA artists … (0 comments)
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Understanding Seller Financing in a Buyers Market. - 05/09/07 06:43 AM
Also Titled - Benefits of owner financing for buyers
Seller financing was common in the late 70’s and early 80’s, when market mortgage rates were high and sellers had to help buyers if they wanted to make deals at all. As rates dropped in the late 80’s owner financing … (0 comments)
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6 Ways to Keep Water Out of your Home - 05/09/07 06:34 AM
Heavy rains make it challenging for homeowners trying to keep water out of their houses. To prevent leaking roofs and wet basements, try these preventative measures: 1. Keep gutters clear of leaves and debris.
2. Extend gutter downspouts to at least 10 feet away from the house.
3. Repair cracks … (0 comments)
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Refinancing to Prevent a Foreclosure - 05/08/07 01:56 PM
With the rapid rise of Foreclosures in the Real Estate market Especially in Ellijay Georgia and Blue Ridge Georgia refinancing your existing mortgage is a good viable alternative to Foreclosure.If your existing mortgage is at a high interest rate or if there is just a short term left on your mortgage, … (0 comments)
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History of Fannin County - 05/08/07 07:13 AM
Source - http://www.blueridgemountains.com/history.html Cherokee Indians controlled the area today known as Fannin County when the first white settlements appeared. Unlike much of the rest of Georgia, Fannin County's first settlers did not come from the East, but from the north. Written accounts date these earliest settlements to 1790. Crossing the Appalachian … (2 comments)
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First Impressions Count - 4 Tips to Staging Your Home to Sell! - 05/07/07 03:19 PM
1. Curb-to-Door Cleanup. Prune Shrubs and tree branches, keep the yard mowed and clean edges and, in the right season, add a s how of color with annual bedding plants. Fresh coat of paint on the front door and buy a new welcome mat. 2. De-Clutter. Get rid of everything that … (0 comments)
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Luxury Log Home - 05/07/07 11:17 AM
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Great Mountain Getaway - 05/06/07 11:11 PM
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Fannin County is a Gorilla Haven - 05/06/07 10:41 PM
Many People don't know that Fannin County is home to the Gorilla Haven. They Facility located in on 326 acres in Morganton just recently celebrated it's 4th Anniversary. Gorilla Haven's goal is to rehabilitate Gorillas in North Georgia Mountains which has a friendly environment for these Gorillas. However, Gorilla Haven isn't … (0 comments)
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Log Home with Breathtaking Views - 05/06/07 10:26 PM
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A Buyer's First Impression Turns "For Sale" Into "Sold" - 05/06/07 08:11 PM
If you are trying to sell a home in today’s market, you may have noticed the fact that some homes sit and sit. They just don’t sell. If homeowners just apply a little effort they can appeal to a wider audience. What I mean by this is that staging your … (0 comments)
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Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - 05/06/07 06:06 AM
This is a Great Way to Experience the Blue Ridge Mountains. Blue Ridge Scenic Railway is a 3 1/2 hour, 26 mile round trip that winds along the beautiful Toccoa River in vintage climate controlled or open air railcars. The relaxing ride starts at the historic depot, built in 1905 in … (0 comments)
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31st Annual Arts in the Park Blue Ridge - 05/06/07 05:48 AM
This is one of the Great Festival that happens in Blue Ridge Every Year. A good time and come visit.Arts In The Park, Blue Ridge, Memorial Day Weekend Features over 200 arts, crafts and food booths Arts in the Park is located in downtown Blue Ridge City Park. The best in … (0 comments)
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12 Ways to Prevent Foreclosure - 05/05/07 07:01 PM
Potential loss of your home is the single most urgent problem you may face if you are having financial difficulties. For most, foreclosure means loss of shelter but also loss of many years of investment to create home equity. You will almost always want to treat a foreclosure problem as … (0 comments)
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UpComing Balloon Race. - 05/05/07 08:25 AM
I love living in the Mountains all year round. I love the Winters because of the snow and beauty. And really love the warm months because it means festival time. One of my all time favorite events in the area is Alpine Helen Balloon Race.
Alpine Helen Balloon Race - … (0 comments)
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Pickin in the Park - 05/02/07 09:53 PM
Every Thursday Evening May 3 through the end of September 2007 Enjoy live acoustic music including traditional Appalachian, Bluegrass, Blues and Jazz music every Thursday from 6:00pm - Dusk during the months of May through September alongside the Toccoa River at Ron Henry-Horseshoe Bend River Park in McCaysville, Georgia. Pickin' … (1 comments)
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Selling Your Home - The Dangers of Pricing Too High - 05/02/07 09:41 PM
You probably have lots of emotion “built in” to your house. Maybe you fixed it up, or you raised your children there. Your home is your “special” place. However, when it’s time to sell, don’t let emotion play a roll in your pricing decision! Many sellers don’t understand that overpricing … (0 comments)
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Why is the House Been On the Market so Long? - 05/02/07 09:10 PM
A common question that Buyers ask is how long a house is on the market. If it is too long, interest is lost quickly. It is a natural reaction to not be interested in something that no one else is interested in. The natural assumption is that there must be … (0 comments)
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