brandon ms: Brandon MS holds 24th Annual Brandon Day in May - 04/13/10 12:24 PM
Get ready for Rankin County's largest event, Brandon Day, to be held at Shiloh Park May 6-8, 2010. The outdoor festival will feature arts and crafts, carnival rides, food, fireworks, and day-long entertainment.
The headliner for this year's event is country music superstar Aaron Tippin, performing Saturday night. Also performing May 8 is Crossin' Dixon, a Mississippi country band.
Friday night's entertainment are two Christian groups -- Sidewalk Prophets and Addison Road.
Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the gate. For more information regarding Brandon Day, visit www.brandonday.org.
This event will be fun for the entire family. Hope to see … (0 comments)

brandon ms: Easter Egg Hunt in Brandon MS - 04/09/09 11:36 PM
The City of Brandon held their Annual Easter Egg Hunt Thursday evening at Shiloh Park. Hundreds of children came to the ball fields to race for the colorful eggs and to jump in the giant inflatables. Four ball fields contained over 2000 eggs each to accommodate the excited children. The well-organized hunt enabled the younger children to collect eggs in their own age category while the older children played until their turn on adjoining fields.

Several lucky participants grabbed the "prize" eggs and received special Easter baskets filled with stuffed animals, candy, and other treats.
Although many cities held their hunts … (0 comments)

brandon ms: Sleep Interrupted - A Day in the Life - 03/11/09 09:22 AM
Today was my self-appointed day to sleep in. I deserved it. The last two work days had been 12-plus hours each, both late-nighters, and I had no early morning appointments scheduled for today. Ahh, with no alarm set to awaken me, I can grab an extra hour of shut-eye.
It was not meant to be.
My phone rang before 7:00 a.m. My daughter-in-law was frantic because her youngest (age 2) had locked her out of the house and refused to let her in. Once fully awakened by the call, I assure her I'll be right over to unlock the door. Staggering to my closet, … (17 comments)

brandon ms: Foreclosure Friday - Premiere Edition - Tips to Buying a MS Foreclosure - 03/06/09 08:47 AM
This post marks the inaugural issue of a series featuring Mississippi Foreclosures. Since HUD announces their new listings, price revisions, etc., on Fridays, my weekly post will aptly be named Foreclosure Friday.
First, a brief introduction into buying a foreclosed property:
Anyone can buy a foreclosure, if you have the cash OR can obtain a loan (mortgage). In the past, prospects have called to ask whether foreclosed homes are available to rent (the answer is NO) or if financing is available to people with credit issues, bankruptcies, etc.
Although anyone CAN buy a foreclosure, you still must QUALIFY for the mortgage. It is strongly advised if you are looking … (7 comments)

brandon ms: Realtor Open House Gives an Unexpected Surprise - 02/25/09 08:08 AM
Yesterday I held a Realtor Open House in a popular Brandon MS neighborhood (Crossgates). Several Realtors combined efforts to open our listings for two hours to let agents tour the properties, have lunch, and register for door prizes. A preferred lender sponsored my door prize and accompanied me to the open house.
About 30 minutes into the open house, there was a loud, persistent knock at the door. When I answered, a REAL LIVE PROSPECT asked if he could look at the home. I explained it was for Realtors only, and asked if he could schedule an appointment to return later.
Are you kidding me? ha!
I … (15 comments)

brandon ms: First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Available for Mississippians - 02/22/09 11:10 PM
First Time Homebuyers in Mississippi have heard about the $8,000 tax credit offered by the federal government to assist in buying a home. The new regulation is an improvement over the $7,500 tax credit for 2008. Details are depicted in the following chart.
Major changes in the policy eliminate the repayment clause, and as long as homebuyers keep (and occupy) their home for three years, no recapture is made of the tax credit! To be eligible, you must be a first-time home owner or have not owned a home during the last three years. When in doubt, please consult your tax advisor.
Rankin, Hinds, and … (0 comments)

brandon ms: Brandon, MS: Realtor Open House, Crossgates Subdivision - 02/22/09 06:28 PM
Several Realtors have combined efforts to sponsor a Realtor Open House Tuesday, February 24th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Crossgates Subdivision of Brandon, MS.
I am participating with this exceptionally clean and well-maintained home at 67 Summit Ridge Drive.

All brick exterior, mature landscaping, large fenced lot

Large workshop with paved driveway and covered boat storage
Features of the 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath home include:
Approximately 2200 square feet heated & cooled Granite countertops in kitchen, stainless stove and built-in microwave Formal dining room plus breakfast area Living room with hardwood flooring Den with fireplace and … (6 comments)

brandon ms: Jackson (MS) Association of Realtors Launches New MLS System - 02/18/09 10:48 PM
The Jackson Association of Realtors released their new MLS system a couple of weeks ago. The program, List-It, is provided by Solid Earth, a real estate technology company based in Huntsville, Alabama.
Realtors have been experimenting with the new site since it went "live" on February 5th. As expected, the transition has been challenging, but the new MLS appears to be superior to the previous system and has some quality enhancements that should prove more user-friendly to Realtors and consumers alike.
For the consumer who wishes to search homes in the Metro Jackson area, the prospect can run MLS searches, save searches, set up … (6 comments)

brandon ms: Courthouse Racquet and Fitness Club - Multiple Locations in Metro Jackson, MS - 02/18/09 04:51 PM
Looking for a gym to fulfill your New Year's Resolution, or perhaps you've just moved to the area and are looking for a place to work out? Try one of the numerous locations of Courthouse Racquet and Fitness Club. With locations in Jackson, Byram, Flowood, and Madison, you are sure to find a location near you.

Personally, I've been interested in joining a yoga class for quite some time. Today I toured the Lakeland Courthouse because I heard their facility had a yoga program. Depending on your schedule, they have classes Monday-Wednesday evenings, Thursday mornings, three sessions on Saturday, and one … (4 comments)

brandon ms: Maximize your Exposure to Home Buyers via the Internet - 02/17/09 11:38 PM
The real estate market in Mississippi, as it is throughout most of the U.S., is competitive. Sellers compete with each other to attract and hold onto the few qualified buyers who are prepared to buy a home during the current economic downturn. Likewise, Realtors compete for listings and buyers to acquire those listings.
If you need to sell a home in the Metro Jackson area, when you list your home with me, it is placed on numerous search engines as well as the new, user-friendly Jackson MLS system. In addition to being listed on my company's site, http://McIntoshandAssoc.com, and my site, http://PatStarnes.com, your home is … (16 comments)

brandon ms: Pearl MS Open House, 111 Lake Pointe Drive, A Super House Before the Super Bowl - 01/29/09 12:04 AM
Come See a Super House Before Your Super Bowl Party Sunday, February 1, 2009   2:00 - 4:00 p.m.  
111 Lake Pointe Drive, Pearl, MS
Priced to Sell at $229,900 Custom Built Located on the lake and 9th Fairway 3 BRs/2 Baths, Approx 2300 Square Feet Side entry Double Garage Study/Office with built ins Wall of windows overlook water in family room & breakfast room Very Open Floor Plan Granite and Stainless Steel in Kitchen Lots of Storage and Much, much more! Visit my site to see my virtual tour and search Brandon and Pearl Homes  Pearl address but in Brandon School District … (3 comments)

brandon ms: Castlewoods Country Club in Brandon, MS - 01/26/09 12:15 PM
Castlewoods Country Club is located off Highway 25 in northwest Rankin County. This locally owned club features an 18-hole golf course, "The Bear", designed by the Jack Nicklaus' Group.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Drive down Castlewoods Blvd., and you'll see the clubhouse, lake, and the 8,500 square foot deck. The clubhouse has a pro shop, a snack bar and grill, and provides members a place to relax after a round of golf or a long day.
 

 
 
The club can host weddings, receptions, or meetings.
 
 
 
Castlewoods offers tennis courts and an olympic sized … (0 comments)

brandon ms: Open House vs Super Bowl Sunday... Will anyone come? - 01/23/09 10:53 AM
Open Houses aren't always an effective use of time, but occasionally there are listings that warrant them. Years ago I read an article about Open Houses and it made sense to me...only hold a house open if it's in a PRIME LOCATION, i.e. high traffic area or if the property has certain characteristics that make it unique or will be a big draw.
I've listed such a house. My plan was to have an Open House next Sunday. It was listed too late to advertise in my local newspaper THIS week, so Sunday, February 1 is my target date.


 
 
 
 
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brandon ms: 111 Lake Pointe Drive, Pearl, MS - House for Sale - 01/22/09 04:53 PM
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brandon ms: Patrick Farms Golf Course - 01/22/09 04:07 PM
Avid golfers in the Brandon/Pearl area will want to visit Patrick Farms Golf Course, located 2 miles south of I-20 at Exit 54 (Crossgates).

The entrance to the course is off Greenfield Road. Golfers new to the area can map the location here. Patrick Farms Golf Course is an 18 hole, par 72 course with wide fairways and challenging greens, and they have active leagues for men, ladies, and couples.


Patrick Farms is open 364 days a year. They have optional dual membership that includes Whisper Lake Country Club in Madison, MS.
 
Members enjoy prime tee times, and … (2 comments)

brandon ms: 67 Summit Ridge, Brandon, MS House for Sale - 01/09/09 08:50 PM
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brandon ms: Going the Extra Mile - 01/09/09 07:13 PM
This week, I spent a lot of time with out-of-town sellers, who came to prepare a home for sale. They are a most delightful, elderly couple. During their visit, I made some recommendations for improvements to their property and volunteered to pick up a few of the needed items at Home Depot. They were at the house waiting on a plumber and didn't want to miss him.
While shopping, my client called and asked me to pick up a few more items. Flagging down a friendly store clerk while still on the phone with my seller, we located a cart and carried the purchases to my SUV. … (13 comments)

brandon ms: Paint Calculator - Estimating Coverage - 12/14/08 11:04 PM
My newest project, a fixer-upper, needs to be repainted. The living room, 15 feet by 23 feet, has 12 foot ceilings. I wondered how much paint to buy.
By searching Google, I found a website that has a paint calculator. The site, MIstupid.com, provides a lot of useful information. If you have time to spare, you can read about vitamins,  use a currency converter, and much more. Surf the content section for information on sports, history, geography, health, technology, etc.
Back to my dilemma and how much paint to buy... According to the chart, I'll need 4.56 gallons of paint for two coats. I would have guessed (hoped) three gallons would be … (8 comments)

brandon ms: Snow Day in Brandon, MS - 12/11/08 01:34 PM
It rarely snows in Mississippi, so when it does, it virtually causes all activity to cease. School was either cancelled or dismissed early due to the winter storm that hit central Mississippi today.

 

 

Rain, sleet, and snow pelted the Jackson Metro area early this morning, and noon time temperature reached a mere 36 degrees today. It is quite a slushy mess. Bridges are iced over, and a Winter Storm Warning is in effect until 6:00 p.m. today.
Since the southern states are not equipped to handle snow and ice accumulation, it is recommended that you stay indoors unless absolutely … (4 comments)

brandon ms: Brandon MS: New Kroger Supermarket has Opened - 10/16/08 04:31 PM
The Kroger Company opened their new 64000 square foot supermarket at 1070 Spillway Circle in Brandon's Reservoir area a week ago. The long-awaited opening was extremely well received by hundreds of local residents.

My two visits to the store thus far were positive shopping experiences. Kroger has an impressive selection in their produce department, the organic section is awesome, and their fresh seafood section; yum!
 

There is a sushi bar, prepared fresh daily, a soup and salad bar, and an olive bar. (I highly recommend the sushi.) 
 

The store opened at the corner of Spillway Road and Northshore Parkway in northwest … (0 comments)

 
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