athens: PRUDENTIAL REAL ESTATE TO FEED FOR-SALE PROPERTY LISTINGS TO PROPSMART.COM, ZILLOW.COM - 07/24/08 02:52 PM
For Immediate Release Contact: Sheila Bridgeforth, (973) 802-6852
sheila.bridgeforth@prudential.com
PRUDENTIAL REAL ESTATE TO FEED FOR-SALE PROPERTY LISTINGS TO PROPSMART.COM, ZILLOW.COM
– Marketing agreements further expand Prudential Real Estate’s presence on the Web
IRVINE, Calif. – Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, Inc., a Prudential Financial, Inc. [NYSE: PRU] company, today announced … (0 comments)
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athens: How to Lower the Cost of Driving - 07/22/08 01:06 PM
Given that most people tend to drive at least 20,000 miles per year, rising gas prices are hitting them hard in the wallet. Bernice Ross, real estate columnist for Inman.com, offers these ideas for mitigating your driving costs: "Consider working from home a couple days per week, which could save upwards of … (0 comments)
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athens: LONG- AND SHORT-TERM MORTGAGE RATES TAKE A WELCOME PLUNG - 07/18/08 01:01 PM
For Immediate Release
July 17, 2008 CONTACT: corprel@freddiemac.com or (703) 903-3933
LONG- AND SHORT-TERM MORTGAGE RATES TAKE A WELCOME PLUNGE
Market Speculation About the Fed's Future Actions Allows Rates to Drop
McLean, VA – Freddie Mac (NYSE:FRE) today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®) in which the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage … (0 comments)
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athens: Oconee County Veteran's Memorial - 07/17/08 04:31 PM
"The expression of gratitude is but a paltry acknowledgment of our debt to those who have served our nation with honor both at home and abroad, the debt continues to mount." Oconee County Commission Chairman Melvin Davis.
After nearly ten years of herculean efforts, amidst scandal and scrambling for donations, … (6 comments)
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athens: Tips for Pricing Your Home - 07/17/08 03:06 PM
· Consider comparables. What have other homes in your neighborhood sold for recently? How do they compare to yours in terms of size, upkeep, and amenities? To determine these questions you might check county records. A building permit, tax appraisal information, or even information from the sellers themselves can … (0 comments)
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athens: 30-Year Mortgage Rates Fall to 6.42% - 07/17/08 12:10 PM
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athens: Search the Athens GA Area MLS - 07/17/08 08:38 AM
New Facebook Group under "Business; Real Estate"
* A publicly accessible site; you don't have to be a Facebook member to access this Facebook Group page
*FREE link to the Athens and Surrounding Area MLS
Go to link;
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=17137713729
or you can find the link on the List of Links under my photo on the … (0 comments)
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athens: Take the Stress Out of Home Buying - 07/15/08 08:20 PM
Buying a home should be fun, not stressful. As you look for your dream home, keep in mind these tips for making the process as peaceful as possible. 1. Find a real estate agent who you connect with. Home buying is not only a big financial commitment, but also an emotional … (2 comments)
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athens: The Georgia Club; Atlanta and Athens Real Estate - 07/15/08 11:24 AM
New Facebook Group under "Business; Real Estate"
* A publicly accessible site; you don't have to be a Facebook member to access this Facebook Group page
*links to current events
*pictures of the property
*links through Trulia to current listings at The Georgia Club for both new construction and resale
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athens: Choosing the Right Community for You - 07/14/08 01:00 PM
By Hank BaileyPrudential Blanton PropertiesIf you are buying a home, one of the first things your real estate professional will do before taking you on home tours is interview you to determine the type of house you want such as a 2,000-square-foot four-bedroom, split level with a formal dining room … (0 comments)
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athens: Why You Should Work With a REALTOR® - 07/13/08 05:29 PM
Not all real estate practitioners are REALTORS®. The term REALTOR® is a registered trademark that identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION of REALTORS® and subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics. Here are five reasons why it pays to work with a REALTOR®. 1. Navigate … (0 comments)
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athens: Athens Georgia - Growth Abounds - 07/11/08 07:03 PM
Athens - Growth Abounds
According to the U.S. Census Bureau Athens, GA and the surrounding counties are growing at a significantly higher rate than most of Georgia. With the University of Georgia and it's music scene the Athens area is seen as a desirable community with a high quality of life.
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athens: "Follow Me to Tennessee" - 07/09/08 10:17 PM
Southeast Tennessee boasts some of the most beautiful country in the United States. In Athens, TN located approximately midway between Knoxville and Chattanooga along I-75 one can experience a wide variety of natural beauty and pleasure. From beautiful Watts Bar to the west to the Cherokee National Forest on the East … (2 comments)
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athens: New Loan for that New Construction Completion Project or Fixer Upper - 07/08/08 09:47 AM
If you have been looking at the foreclosure market thinking, "I have got to invest in a foreclosure," there is a new loan for that Construction Completion Project or Fixer Upper. For primary residential or qualified second home purchases, there is a loan in our marketplace that is targeted toward … (0 comments)
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athens: The Lending Climate has Tightened but There Are Options - 07/08/08 09:29 AM
Some would-be buyers in today’s market might think that mortgages just aren’t available to them in today’s tighter lending climate, but buyers who are reasonable credit risks have more financing options than they might think. For starters, Federal Housing Administration loans are back. According to NAR data, FHA loan originations saw … (0 comments)
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athens: MORTGAGE RATES REVERSE TREND AND FALL OFF THIS WEEK - 07/03/08 03:46 PM
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athens: Hank Bailey is Linkedin - 07/02/08 09:41 AM
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athens: LONG-TERM RATES LITTLE CHANGED THIS WEEK - 06/29/08 11:50 PM
For Immediate Release
June 26, 2008 CONTACT: corprel@freddiemac.com or (703) 903-3933
LONG-TERM RATES LITTLE CHANGED THIS WEEK
ARMs Up in Anticipation of Fed Actions
McLean, VA – Freddie Mac (NYSE:FRE) today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®) in which the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.45 percent with an average … (0 comments)
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athens: Prudential partners with Cyberhomes, Google Base - 06/27/08 03:53 PM
Prudential listings go to Cyberhomes, Google Base, Oodle Citing their popularity with consumers, Prudential Real Estate Affiliates Inc. said it's begun sending listings to Cyberhomes, AOL.com, Google Base and Oodle, and will purchase display and banner ads on Cyberhomes and Oodle. Prudential Real Estate, which claims more than 2,100 franchise offices and … (0 comments)
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athens: Facebook Badge; Hank Bailey - 06/25/08 04:59 PM
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athens: What’s the Role of a Title Company? - 06/25/08 09:44 AM
By Hank Bailey, REALTOR® Prudential Blanton Properties
Title companies provide title insurance services to buyers, sellers, lenders and developers, essentially anyone who has an interest in real estate. Services vary throughout the country, depending on local practices and laws.
In many states, title companies handle escrow as well as perform and … (0 comments)
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athens: It’s Their First Time - 06/25/08 08:32 AM
In some ways, market conditions in many areas of the country favor first-time home buyers; they have more choices and access to financing at near historic low rates, and they don’t have to sell an existing home to take advantage of current opportunities. This has not been lost on many new buyers – NAR research estimates that in 2007, first-time home buyers purchased approximately … (0 comments)
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athens: THE GOALS OF EFFECTIVELY MARKETING A HOME IN ATHENS GA - 06/24/08 11:02 PM
There is always the question of "do I just sell my house myself or take it to a real estate agent?" Let me provide some insight from a REALTOR'S point of view as to what we do on a daily basis to get property sold. Please remember, these thoughts and concepts are … (0 comments)
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athens: Things not to Forget when buying Foreclosures - 06/20/08 08:04 AM
Buying a foreclosed home just like buying any piece of property has no guarantee of success. You don't want to be the kind of purchaser who isn’t knowledgeable and careful and ends up losing money. I would advise finding a Real Estate professional in your area that deals with foreclosures … (0 comments)
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athens: Tips for First-Time Homebuyers - 06/19/08 09:28 PM
Home-price adjustments in markets around the country have opened doors of opportunity for many renters. If you are transitioning from renter to homeowner, the prospect of making such a large investment may be exciting, while at the same time overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be.
Here are six common mistakes to … (1 comments)
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athens: Greenbrier - A Quiet and Affordable Gem - 06/16/08 07:34 PM
Greenbrier - A Quiet and Affordable Gem of a Neighborhood
Located on the eastside of Athens, just 7 minutes away from downtown and the University of Georgia is a small subdivision named Greenbrier. Mature trees and landscaping provide the setting for homes located on lots approximately 2/3 acre in … (2 comments)
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athens: PRUDENTIAL TO TAKE PART IN YAHOO! REAL ESTATE’S NEW ONLINE LISTINGS - 06/04/08 10:10 PM
Prudential Real Estate announced that it will participate in Yahoo! Real Estate’s new, online property listings program. The agreement will enable Prudential Affiliates to market their full catalog of property listings on Yahoo! Real Estate, and to capitalize on leading interactive marketing services.
Technology has always differentiated Prudential and … (0 comments)
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athens: Can You Afford That House? - 05/30/08 11:02 PM
By Hank Bailey, REALTOR
Prudential Blanton PropertiesBefore you start searching for your dream home, you first need to determine a price range you can afford. According to the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), depending on the consumer’s current debt ratio, most people can typically afford to pay 31 percent of their … (4 comments)
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athens: Agua Linda Mexican Restaurant - Athens, GA - 05/27/08 05:27 PM
If you are traveling to Athens, GA, whether for business, relocation , to attend a UGA game or just to visit, there are a number of excellent restaurants you might enjoy.
My wife's favorite food is Mexican. (Ok, I admit, I enjoy it also). That is why we were so … (6 comments)
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athens: Athens, Georgia - Housing Market Picking Up? - 05/14/08 07:26 PM
Yep, that's so, at least according to the Athens Area Association of Realtors. The last month has shown a significant upturn in listing and buying activities. This mirrors the activity we have seen at the office I work out of, Keller Williams Realty of Greater Athens. Athens (and it's surrounding areas) has … (5 comments)
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athens: Good News in Athens - 03/31/08 09:29 AM
The media has been spreading some good news for us in Athens, GA.
The Athens Banner Herald had an article published on February 28 that confirms that Athens will be ahead of the rest of the state in economic growth this year. More specifically the article states that … (2 comments)
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athens: BUYER'S REPRESENTATION -- REAL ESTATE SELLERS HAVE AN AGENT - DO YOU? - 01/27/08 09:37 PM
In this complicated world of Real Estate, shouldn't you, as a BUYER, have a real estate professional representing your best interest and advising you through the home buying process? Just as the homeowner has contracted a real estate professional to assist him and act in his best interest to market and sell his home, you … (2 comments)
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athens: Athens, GA - Classic City Mortgage Adds a New Team Player! - 11/16/07 02:58 AM
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athens: 107 Covington Place, Athens, Georgia 30606 - 10/31/07 12:52 AM
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athens: Reduce Your Energy Bills - 10/03/07 08:45 AM
If you're like me, the last thing you want to do when you get home in the evening or on a weekend afternoon is work around your house ... you consider your home a peaceful place to find some rest and get away from work, right?Well, what if I told you … (1 comments)
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athens: Athens GA - Perfect Home? - 09/06/07 01:53 AM
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athens: We are new to Barrow County Georgia Blogging! - 08/12/07 04:23 PM
We are new to Barrow County Georgia Blogging! But we are excited to show wonderful information concerning this great county! I (Teresa Johnson) started selling Real Estate in Barrow county in 1990. I showed a lot of chicken houses and along the Mulberry River. I would drive into Auburn from Highway 8. … (1 comments)
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athens: No House For You in Athens GA! - 07/27/07 09:48 PM
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athens: Small City Spotlight: Athens, Georgia - 07/16/07 01:28 PM
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athens: Athens, Georgia: Vibrant and sophisticated small city full of Southern charm! - 06/22/07 08:32 PM
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athens: Lot 5 South Main Street, Winterville, GA 30683 - 04/05/07 01:02 AM
Craftsman Styled, New Construction in Winterville, Georgia, minutes from downtown Athens, Georgia!
$199,9003 Bedrooms2 BathsHardwood & Tile FloorsOpen FloorplanCustom, Raised Panel CabinetsFinished Bonus RoomCovered PorchRear Deck1+- Acre, level lot
Marketed by: Michelle DeRepentigny, Broker
706-543-1553 Office
706-207-2502 Cell
Visit Success Realty website
Michelle@SuccessRealtyGa.com
Athens, GA and the surrounding area has received a great deal … (5 comments)
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athens: Mortgage Fraud- Do's and Dont's - 04/03/07 08:35 PM
Information Compliments of:
DO:
-DO provide your confidential financial and personal information only to someone you trust and know works for the Lender. If you have doubts, call the Georgia Department of Banking and Finance at 770-986-1136 and ask if the Lender is licensed and in good standing before giving out any information.
-DO … (8 comments)
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athens: IS PMI really tax deductible? - 03/30/07 01:21 PM
Here is what you need to know about mortgage insurance tax deductibility
First, I am the owner of Classic City Mortgage in Athens, Georgia. I am not a tax advisor or an attorney. Please consult them regarding your particular circumstance. This is for informative purposes only.
In December of 2006, the United States Congress voted … (5 comments)
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athens: 174 Stonybrook Court, Athens, Georgia 30605 - 03/19/07 10:51 PM
$148,200
3 Bedrooms
2.5 baths
Huge, bi-level deck
Cul-de-sac Lot
Fenced Rear Yard
Wooded, Private Yard
Fireplace
1 Garage Attached
Nestled in the woods in East Athens Georgia you'll find this featured home that is brick on 3 sides & vinyl on front only! Superb cul-de-sac lot with wooded, private, fenced rear yard and spectacular deck! This is THE wooded … (8 comments)
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athens: Athens Georgia Real Estate Market Report - 03/12/07 10:18 PM
The weather has been sunny with today hitting 74 degrees in Athens, Ga and tomorrow's high expected to be 81 degrees....and the outlook for real estate in Athens, Ga is just as sunny.
Residential sales are gearing up for a strong spring to summer season with the average price of Athens, GA … (1 comments)
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athens: Navy Supply Corps School Redevelopment - Athens, Georgia - 03/12/07 09:37 PM
For more information on the critical issue of what is going to happen with this large land mass in central Athens, GA visit:
http://www.navyschoolathens.com
The fate of the Athens Navy Supply Corps School, which houses 1 of only 11 Navy Museums in the United States is final...it will be closed. Be a part … (1 comments)
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athens: Athens, Georgia and Surrounding Counties School Information - 03/12/07 08:46 PM
For other counties or general information and report cards, visit the Georgia Department of Education: http://public.doe.k12.ga.us/
Clarke County School District (Athens, GA)
P.O. Box 1708
Athens, Georgia · 30603-1708
24-Hour Telephone Hotline: 546-7721 EXT. 306
http://www.clarke.k12.ga.us/
Oconee County School System
34 School Street
Watkinsville, Georgia 30677
Phone: 706-769-5130
http://www.oconee.k12.ga.us/
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athens: Reasons To Relocate To Athens, GA.....What Others Say About Athens, GA! - 03/12/07 03:54 PM
Let us help you make your decision to consider a move to the "Classic City of the South", Athens, Georgia.
Athens, GA has received a great deal of recent, national attention, including:
Athens: One of Seven Cool Cities, Kiplingers Personal Finance, October 2005 Athens: One of Five Best Places to Retire 2005, Money Magazine, … (0 comments)
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athens: 117 Buckeye Branch, Athens, Georgia 30605 - 03/12/07 12:06 AM
229,9004 Bedrooms2.5 BathsCasual & Formal Entertaining AreasHardwood FloorsTile FloorsBerber CarpetWooded Lot - 0.75+- AcresLarge Rear DeckFormal Dinig RoomLarge Breakfast Nook
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athens: Lot 4 South Main Street, Winterville, Georgia 30683 - 03/09/07 12:19 AM
Craftsman Styled, New Construction in Winterville, Georgia, minutes from downtown Athens, Georgia!
$199,9003 Bedrooms2 BathsHardwood & Tile FloorsOpen FloorplanCustom, Raised Panel CabinetsFinished Bonus RoomCovered PorchRear Deck1+- Acre, level lot
Marketed by: Michelle DeRepentigny, Broker
706-543-1553 Office
706-207-2502 Cell
www.SuccessRealtyGa.com
Michelle@SuccessRealtyGa.com
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athens: Today I Toured My Home Town.... - 03/07/07 10:11 PM
I just joined Active Rain yesterday and was instantly enamored with Localism.com to the point that I spent today touring my hometown, just as a relocating client would!
My goal was to shoot photos to upload and get information for articles to upload. The results of my trip to today was to fall … (7 comments)
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athens: Crocs - 09/21/06 10:33 AM
I found thee most comfortable shoes in the world. They are called Croc's Athens and they are the most comforable flip flops you ever put on. I was in Key West this last weekend and what else besides drinking can you do but SHOP. I walked into a store that had … (10 comments)
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