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Lots of color can be added to the décorby using inexpensive and colorful accessories suchasrugs, flowers, matching towels, curtains, and so on.This works better than trying to add color with paint, carpet,tile or countertops.
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Make sure the doorbell or door knocker works and is in new condition. Many buyers have commented on a non-working doorbell with something like:I wonder what else in this house isn’t working”. Their"problem-finding" radar switches to high beam immediately.
- You never want a buyer to pause and wonde rif something is or can be a problem. Clutter tends to make buyers think defensively and wonder what all that stuff is hiding.
- As one experienced home decorator put it: making a home attractive to the buyers is one-third de-cluttering, one-third cleaning, and one-third prepwork.
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When you use terms in your advertising like discounted, best offer, moving must sell, and so on all you do is attract price shoppers who make low offers. Your client will net more money if instead you show them how to make their home more attractive and highlight the home’s desirable features in your ads.
- If you are working with up scale properties, most sellers will interview agents not only on their selling skills but also your showcasing skills so you can walk through their home and list the problem areas and help them get the most for it.
Interesting websites for decorating and showcasing ideas:
www.interiordec.about.com
www.hgtv.com
www.getdecorating.com
www.homeandgardenmakeover.com
www.cozylighting.com
www.housekeepingchannel.com
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Incandescent bulbs are out, more efficient options are in. Find out how a small change can make a big difference on your energy bill.
In
January, the Energy Independence Security Act began phasing out
production of general-purpose incandescent bulbs, starting with 100-watt
bulbs. Exceptions will be made for some incandescent, however, including 3-way, appliance, and ceiling fan bulbs. Fortunately,
the alternatives are more energy efficient, better for the environment
and provide similar - or better - light quality.
LED LIGHTS Cost: Estimated
cost per year is $1.58 compared to $7.90 for a 60-watt incandescent
bulb (there are currently no 100-watt equivalent LED bulbs on the
market).
Life: 25,000 hours
Pros: Most energy efficient and long lasting. Many dimmable options. Instant on. No mercury. Great for hard-to-reach locations.
Cons: Costs more to purchase, but you make up for it in energy savings over the life of the bulb. Technology is still evolving.
COMPACT FLORESCENT Cost: Estimated
cost per year is $3.42 compared to $13.17 for a 100-watt incandescent
bulb.
Life: 10,000 hours
Pros: Most cost-effective, energy saving option. Produces low heat. Many color temperature options are available.
Cons: Contains mercury. Requires safe disposal. Most models are not dimmable (check packages). HALOGEN Cost: Estimated
cost per year is $9.48 compared to $13.17 for a 100-watt incandescent
bulb.
Life: 1,000 hours
Pros: Produces highest light quality. More efficient than incandescent bulbs, while delivering similar performance.
Cons: High heat. Not as energy efficient as CFL or LED. Courtesy of Lowe’s Creative Ideas for Home and Gardens
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How can you remodel a kitchen while keeping an eye on the
bottom line? Today, a variety of
products and remodeling methods help homeowners change or update the look of
their kitchen for far less than the thousands of dollars it may cost to gut a
kitchen.
When contemplating a kitchen remodel, one rule of thumb
suggests never spending more than 15% of a home's current value on the
project. In fact, spending less while
creating a more functional and elegant room is possible if the project is
researched and budgeted carefully.
One way to dramatically change the look and style of a
kitchen can be accomplished by resurfacing kitchen cabinets. In fact, some manufacturers offer
peel-and-stick veneer for do-it-yourselfers to make the job simpler. No matter if it's peel-and-stick veneer or cut to size, it is always better to measure twice and cut once. The job can also be outsourced to professional kitchen remodelers. In this
case, carpenters remove doors and drawer fronts and cover all exterior surfaces
with a veneer of prefinished wood. The new doors and drawer fronts are made to match. With this method, costs may range from $100 to $300 per linear foot of
cabinetry.
Thermofoil doors are another relatively inexpensive option. These doors are created by using
heat and pressure to seal a thin layer of plastic coating to fiberboard,
resulting in an incredibly durable door. The doors can be made to match any interior design or décor.
It is also possible to replace just the panels on cabinet
doors, while leaving the boxes intact and in place. Filler panels available today include glass
that can be clear, etched, tinted, or patterned. Metal doors are also becoming popular and can
be made from stainless steel or patterned tin. Even replacing cabinets altogether is less expensive than gutting a room and moving plumbing and electrical lines. A smaller change that can leave a big impact is concentrating on one major upgrade in the kitchen; such as new window treatments or adding colorful pendant lights to create a stunning effect.
New countertops can also provide a dramatic change in a kitchen, and prices can range from very inexpensive to costly, depending on the materials chosen. Laminates are among
the most economical of countertop surfaces, and are considered stain and heat
resistant. Solid surface countertops made from acrylic are stain, moisture and heat resistant, and inhibit the growth of bacteria. Because this material is molded, a sink can be integrated into the countertop for a seamless installation. Granite continues to be a popular, although a more expensive choice, because of its strength, stain and scratch resistance, and the visually pleasing effect of natural veins, specks, and swirls. A change in flooring color and material can make a kitchen feel brighter and even larger, often for surprisingly less. Vinyl flooring is affordable,moisture-resistant and durable.
For a larger investment, ceramic or natural stone floors are also a good choice for a kitchen. Ceramic tiles are produced by firing of clay in a kiln at high temperatures. Different types of clay are used to produce different textures and colors. Tiles made from natural stone are also a
popular choice, including marble, granite, and slate.
To finish the remodel, bold colors can make a statement and tie various kitchen accents together. Rather than using color sparingly, it can be spread across the entire kitchen. Some of today's most popular colors include teal and mushroom.
Source:Nashville
Home Inspection, John Watkins
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We have received several inquiries about how rent payments are being
reported and reflected on your credit report. To help answer some of
your questions, please refer to the information below courtesy of
Experian Credit Bureau.
In December 2010, Experian became the first credit reporting agency
to include positive rental payment histories on its credit profiles.
Information is collected by Experian RentBureau and with this data,
millions of Americans can build or repair their credit scores. Simply
by paying their rent on time, responsible renters should get credit for
managing their rental payments and also may now have the opportunity to
gain access to mainstream credit products they deserve.
Experian has partnered with property management companies across
the country to offer renters this unique opportunity to build credit
through consistent on-time rental payments and create an opportunity for
consumers to have a positive credit history. In order for this data to
be included in your credit file, your property management company must
contribute its rental history to Experian RentBureau. As your current
property management company or any apartment community you are
considering living in if they contribute their data so that you get
credit for paying your rent on time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why type of rent information is on my credit report?
Only positive rental history has been added to your credit report.
If available, it will display the 25 most recent months of rental
payment history information. No derogatory information will be
displayed because any negative rental information, such as collection
amount, is already reported through collection agencies.
How will Lenders use my rent information?
Lenders may use your rental obligation as one of the factors when
determining your ability to pay any new debt. Because your rental
payment history is now part of the standard credit reports, it may also
be incorporated into credit scores used by Lenders to make
credit-granting decisions. Each credit grantor decided what standards
you must meet for it to grant you credit.
Will my rent payments affect my credit score?
Because your rental payment history is now part of your standard
credit report, it may be incorporated into certain credit scores. This
will allow many who previously didn't have credit to become "scoraeable"
for the first time and begin building and rebuilding credit through the
responsible payment of rent.
Why are my payments not on my Credit Report?
In order for your rental payment history to show up on your credit
report, your property management company must submit your payment
information. You can refer your property management office to
Experian's RentBureau at www.experian.com/rentbureau/rental-history.html.
Can I submit my own rental payment information?
No, you cannot report your own rental payment history. Only property management companies can report rental payment data.
Why does my rent appear as an Installment Loan?
Your rent is intended to be similar to an auto lease, which is
considered installment credit. Installment credit consists of paying
regular installments of a fixed amount over a set period of time,
usually measured in months or years.
Why does my credit report show a credit limit for my lease when it is not a line of credit?
Experian calculates an "original loan amount", which represents
the sum of the total payments over the entire period of the lease
agreement. For example, a 12-month lease with a $1,000 monthly rent,
would add up to $12,000 (12 months x $1,000).
Why does my credit report show any outstanding balance for my lease when I don't owe any money?
An outstanding balance or current balance amount on your rental
payment history represent the sum of all rental payments left on the
lease. The balance denotes the total amount for which the consumer will
be responsible over the remainder of the lease. As you pay your rent
each month, the outstanding balance will continue to decrease.
For more information about rental payments on your credit report, visit the Rent and Credit Section in the Experian website.
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If you or someone you know are in the market to buy and are facing any of the following: - Had a short sale or foreclosure in the past 24 months lowering your credit score - now renting
- Credit score not high enough for other reasons - but have good renting history
Please read this article from the New York Times and feel free to pass it on to anyone you know that can benefit from the information.  Borrowers who have a history of paying rent on time may see a boost to their credit score. Experian, a leading credit report company, added a section to its credit reports last year that reflected on-time rent payments, which helped give a boost in the credit scores to some on-time rent payers. Now the two other major credit reporting companies are following suit. CoreLogic and FICO recently announced they are also adding a score that reflects payment histories from landlords, The New York Times reports. “Evidence of positive rental payments could be a plus for consumers,” Joanne Gaskin, FICO’s director of product management global scoring, told The New York Times. Nearly half of high-risk consumers saw an increase of 100 points or more after their rental history was added to their credit report, says Brannan Johnston, the managing director of Experian’s rent bureau. Consumers with average or higher credit scores, on the other hand, did not see any major difference to their scores. For former home owners who lost their homes to foreclosure, they may be able to rebuild their credit histories more quickly now by showing they are “very responsible renters,” Tim Grace, senior vice president of CoreLogic, told The New York Times. Source: The New York Times
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Understanding the Guidelines of the Appraisal Process
The appraisal process often puzzles our clients. They may feel that their home is worth a lot more, so they don’t always agree with the appraised value. It is important to know that the appraiser is completely independent from lenders, buyers, sellers, and real estate agents. The guidelines to which they adhere are dictated by the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and Fannie Mae. In most states, the mortgage lenders must also disclose the purpose of the appraisal (i.e. sale, refinancing, court settlement, etc.) because each transaction has its own sets of rules & regulations to follow. These principal guidelines help appraisers put a fair market value on homes based on comparable sales in the same area, and the home must be similar in size and value. For example, there is no set value for a property with a great view, pool, spa, bathroom upgrades, etc. If a homeowner installs a custom pool that cost them $30,000, but the local marketplace supports the value of a pool at $15,000, then that item will be priced at about $15,000 on the appraisal. Upgrades can usually be expressed at a higher percentage of their value in newer homes because the only way to obtain the upgrades was to put more money into the cost of building the home. On the other hand, the upgrading or remodeling of an older home is rarely reflected in full in the final appraisal. This is because typically 25-40% of the project involves demolition and the fixing of issues that aren't uncovered until the project has already begun, such as plumbing or wiring that may need updating. In the end, the value of the upgrades must be supported by comparable examples within the same market. These comparisons must be drawn from current market activity within the last six months. This prevents appraisers from attaching too high a value to the home in question, and opening up the appraisal for review. This guideline further states that appraisers can only base their opinion on the value of home sales that have actually closed. Source: Mortgage Master Service Corporation – Kent, WA http://www.mortgagemasterwa.com/appraisals.htm
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First impressions make or
break potential sales. Buyers will judge
the integrity and honesty of a seller based on the condition of the property
they visit. If you do not take care of
small repairs, buyers may assume that bigger repairs have likewise been
neglected. Eliminate buyers' doubt by
ensuring that your property is clean, tasteful, and attractive before the open
house.
Touching up
- Freshen up interiors with new paint. Use neutral colors like light tan and cream.
- Light up rooms.
- Remove outdated wallpaper and textured
ceilings.
- Resurface or paint dated or used cabinetry in
the kitchen.
- Fix and replace damage floors, leaky
fixtures, and defective lighting.
- Patch up cracks in the sidewalk. Caulk windows and doors. Replace leaky roofs.
- Mend broken locks, door knobs, and fences.
- Add new towels, knobs, and shower curtains to
make the bathroom attractive.
Clean & Declutter
- Organize closets, basements, and attics.
- Eliminate clutter. Donate things that you have not used in over
a year.
- Emphasize spaciousness.
- Wash windows thoroughly, inside and out.
- Remove odors and do not use perfumes to cover
up odors. Perfumes may trigger allergic
reactions.
- Clean bathrooms until they sparkle.
- Get rid of any insects or pests.
Curb Appeal
- Prune shrubs, trim trees and lawns and plant
seasonal plants and flowers.
- Paint the front door and make sure the house
number is visible to visitors.
- Make sure walkways are clear of debris.
- Clean gutters.
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The
list below contains "TO DO" items you will need to complete when buying a home.
* Request
your credit report and check it for accuracy.
Correct errors if necessary.
* Figure out how much
house you can afford - use a Mortgage Calculator to help you determine this amount.
* Find a reputable
lender who is offering a competitive rate.
* Consider
pre-qualifying for a home loan.
* Make a list of what
you are looking for in a home and take it with you as you begin your search
with a Real Estate Agent.
* Once you have found
a home, you will want to make sure that all your paperwork is complete before
making an offer. Once you have made an
offer, be prepared to negotiate.
* If your offer is
accepted, you will want to have the home inspected. Make sure you get a termite inspection.
* Once you have
reached a deal, an escrow account will be established. Be sure to include any special instructions
you may have in the sales contract.
* Complete your
mortgage loan process.
* Find a homeowner's
insurance company. Ask your Real Estate
Agent for recommendations.
* Attend the closing.
* Move in and enjoy
your new home!
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1) Before
Selling or Listing
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Research
the neighborhoods to which you plan to relocate, and then get pre-approval for
a home loan before pricing yours on the market.
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Calculate
your current mortgage payoff. Get your
home appraised to estimate its current worth.
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Calculate
the costs of selling and buying a new home, and figure out the estimated
proceeds.
2) For Sale by Owner
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Study
housing markets and prepare professional fact sheets, contracts, and
forms. Assemble documents and get home
repairs and cleanup in order for the sale.
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Familiarize
yourself with the neighborhood so you can answer questions & price your
home accordingly with comparable properties.
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Consider
listing our home for a flat fee with the Multiple Listing Service (MLS).
3) Interviewing Real Estate Agents
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Ask
how many years they have worked in the real estate business, and how many homes
have they sold in the area?
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Ask
how many total homes they have sold, and what percentage were sold at the
original asking price or better?
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Ask
what are the commission rates, and if they are negotiable?
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Ask
how the home will be marketed and how will meetings with potential buyers be
coordinated?
4) Pre-listing Inspection
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Hire a
license or certified Home Inspector to help set realistic price expectations
and to see the home through a third party.
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Inspections
provide opportunities to make repairs and prevent delays in obtaining use and
occupancy permits.
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It
establishes trust and peace of mind, alleviating a potential buyer's concern or
suspicions about the property.
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Make
copies of the inspection and repairs available to buyers.
5) Disclosures
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Note
"material" problems to the buyer in writing.
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Disclose
plumbing or electrical issues; hazards such as asbestos, radon gas or lead
paint; foundation, roofing, pests and heating and ventilation issues;
alterations to the properties without a building permit.
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Shift
as much responsibility as possible to a paid professional.
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Check
your state's housing authority for legal disclosure rules.
6) Creating First Impressions
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Conduct
curb-to-door cleanup. Prune shrubs and
trim trees and lawns, paint the front door and plant seasonal plants to enhance
the attractiveness of the home.
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Remove clutter and make the home look
spacious.
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Depersonalize - let the buyers imagine the
home as their own.
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Remove religious, political, and social
artifacts before showing the home.
7) Setting a Price
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Prices
can vary for comparable structures and depend on current market
conditions.
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Take
current market conditions into consideration when pricing your home for
sale. Is it a buyer's, seller's, or
balanced market?
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Study
market listing no more than half a mile away from your home for pricing
guidelines. Look for common patterns.
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1) Finding an Agent
· Talk
to friends and relatives to see if they can refer a trusted realtor.
· Check
with a local trade association.
· Be
sure to “interview” prospective realtors.
Find out how long they have held their license and the number of homes
sold.
· Consider
working with a “Buyer’s Agent”.
2) Shopping
for a House
· Determine
how long you plan to live in your next home.
· Make
two lists – one of “must haves” and another of “prefer to haves”. Rank items according to their importance.
· Use
the internet to search for information on prospective neighborhoods. Many websites offer information on tax rates, schools, and crime.
3) Applying
for a Loan
· A loan
officer can help cut down the amount of leg work you need to do.
· If
possible, order copies of your credit report before starting the home buying
process.
· Make
sure you get a complete list of fees before applying.
· Always
research the different types of loans available.
· If using
a “Buyer’s Agent”, they can help you determine a good offer.
· Research
the selling price of comparable houses in the area.
· Considering
whether the market is “hot” or “cold” will help you know whether to make your
offer high or low.
· Be
prepared to negotiate.
4) Making an Offer
· If using
a “Buyer’s Agent”, they can help you determine a good offer.
· Research
the selling price of comparable houses in the area.
· Considering
whether the market is “hot” or “cold” will help you know whether to make your
offer high or low.
· Be
prepared to negotiate.
5) The
Sales Agreement
· The
sales agreement is a legally binding contract issued between the buyer and
seller. It outlines all the details of
the sale.
· Consult
an attorney before signing a sales agreement.
· Know
what options you have and determine whether an “escape clause” is necessary.
6) Home
Inspections
· A home
inspection is a way for buyers to know exactly what they are purchasing by
searching for faults and defects.
· Information
found in a home inspection can help you renegotiate the selling price of the
home.
· You
can find home inspectors either through your real estate agent or listed in the
yellow pages.
7) Closing
· The
closing is where the actual sale of the home takes place.
· By
law, you must receive a list of all your closing costs prior to the sale. Speak with your lender if you are unclear
about any charges.
· It is
a good idea to have your lawyer accompany you to the closing.
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Rural, Clarksville - Announcing a price reduction on 1039 Eljie Rd, a 2,871 sq. ft., 3 bath, 3 bdrm single story. Now MLS® $329,000 - Reduced!. Property information
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If you live in the area and are interested in finding more information on this subject, check out the following article by Thea AgnewApril 23rd, 2010 by Thea Agnew
Update: On April 22, 2010, A representative from The Rogers Group admitted to an Oakland Hills resident that called on behalf of the stopthequarry movement the plot outlined in the satellite photo IS one of the two sites they are considering in the Todd County!I was called from a neighbor a couple of days ago about a problem that might be arising that will affect all the homes off Exit 1 around the Trenton/Tylertown Roads. She went to Kentucky yesterday to get a plat of where this Quarry will be built. It is shocking how close it is to our subdivisions on the North side of Interstate 24! Below I have placed a copy of the plat, so you can see if it will affect your area. We understand that this is being built right inside the KY line but they will be using Trenton and Tylertown Road to get to the Hemlock. Not to mention the blasted that will shake all of our homes! 
Taken from the new site about this development, I have been given permission to quote what has been brought to the surface. What we know:
The Rogers Group based in Nashville, TN has shown an interest in developing a rock quarry in the Todd County area. They are the company interested in the tract of land in question (below). The Rogers Group is deciding between two locations and hopes to acquire the quarry location in order to supply the Hemlock plant with the quarried limestone. (Tylertown Road would be the most direct route of delivery.) Apparently, core samples have been taken and some surveying has been done in preparation for the development of a quarry. However, on a positive note, no mining permit has been applied for with the state of Kentucky. Kentucky does not have zoning restrictions – meaning there is no barrier between development and the state. No planning commission, no re-zoning red tape. Companies applying for a mining permit in the state of Kentucky DO have to submit a public notice to the most heavily circulated newspaper within a 50-mile radius of the intended mining site. This is, of course, the Kentucky New Era based in Hopkinsville, would be the appropriate publication. We need to show The Rogers Group they aren’t just going up against a small group of Tennessee homeowners and a handful of Kentucky farmers; they are going against a united front of more than 7 large Clarksville neighborhoods consisting of more than a thousand Tennessee homeowners willing to support those bordering their intended quarry! We need to contact them RELENTLESSLY voicing our opposition to their potential quarry before it legally becomes our newest neighbor! We need the support of Clarksville neighbors not affected to stand in the gap for the homeowners who can’t be here due to be deployed. Will you help us take a stand? Channel 4 News came to Clarksville and did a piece on this developing story. Facts:The Rogers Group out of Nashville is planning to start quarrying limestone to supply the Hemlock plant. The land that is the subject is owned by Paul Cooper Core samples and surveying have been done on the property No new deeds have been filed in Todd County No mining permit has been applied for in the state of Kentucky The Rogers Group will have to notify the public via the New Kentucky Era for 30 days as part of the permit process No notification has appeared in the paper as of yet No zoning restrictions in Kentucky – NO planning commission The Rogers Group has been trying to access limestone in Todd County for a few years now without much success The Rogers Group moved a projected quarry site in Huntsville, AL due to public fallout Woodstock residents and Kentucky farmers are not happy Tylertown/Oakland Hills residents are just now finding out Tennessee officials have no power in Kentucky, it’s up to our residents to make a change The EXACT location of the quarry – Woodstock farms (right next to Woodstock subdivision) The land consists of 500 +/- acres and crosses HWY 108
Rumors and Speculations:Property has been sold to The Rogers Group
To view updated information about this developing story please visit STOP the Quarry! If you know a resident that is deployed, stand in the gap for them! Please forward this to everyone you know to help us stop something that could hurt our economy and to educate others on what is going on right outside our back doors!
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We've all had that experience with a client where you drive up to a house and they don't even want to go inside. It's an immediate "un-appeal." You may know the inside of the house shows much better, but you just can't convince them to spend the time to even go inside. In today's market with lots of homes available to the buyer, why should they? Here is a little list I give my clients to help them change the "un-appeal" to "curb-appeal". Some are easy, inexpensive fixes that will help create that outside look of the buyer's "dream home" and get the seller one, giant step further to a sale. 1. Paint or stain the front and garage doors, especially if they show any weathering. These are the first visuals where a potential buyer focuses. If garage doors are metal and dented, they may need to be replaced. 2. Any old, basically abandoned sheds or small structures, must be removed, the area graded and the grass replaced. 3. Change any dated and/or non-operational, outside light fixtures. 4. Fix that driveway. If it is blacktop, make sure cracks and crumbling areas are dug out and filled and then the whole driveway sealed. If it is cement, have large cracks filled and repaired professionally. The buyer must at least feel they can drive the moving truck in confidently! 5. Make sure landscaping bricks are in their proper placement. Mowing, weed-whipping sometimes moves them and this is something the homeowner rarely notices, but makes the property look unsightly. 6. Fill in bare dirt under large shade trees. Plant shade-tolerant plants in defined planters or groundcover. Landscape properly for that area. 7. All landscaping beds should be cleaned out and updated for the time of year it is in your region. Place new bedding material down. 8. Have trees and bushes pruned and trimmed. If a bush or tree is looking old or about to expire, remove it and replace it with a similar size and type if you can. If there is a tree limb(s) over the roof, have them removed.
9. If the house needs painting and a full paint job is not in the cards; have it touched up professionally in the worst, most visible spots. Paint shutters and fix them if they are hanging crooked. At least this may help get your client in the front door, even if they negotiate a full paint job into the sale later. 10. If the house is sided, have it power-washed and have gutters and windows cleaned. Window cleaning inside and out makes the house feel updated and fresh, rather than old and dingy. 11. Make sure grass is in good shape, weeds are removed, trimming done regularly. So many sellers fall down on this job the minute the house is listed, and this is critical to selling a house quickly, especially one where the owners have already moved out. In snowy climates, removal must be done regularly too. If owners have moved out, make sure you have an HWA Home Warranty to re-assure buyers. 12. Keep garbage and recycle containers inside the garage, along with all toys and equipment. Make sure the garage is neat and organized. Painted walls and floors also go a long way in this area and are inexpensive to do. 13. Decks should be washed and repainted or re-sealed; plantings around them cleaned, weed-free and looking good. Patio furniture should be in excellent condition. Even though it is in the backyard, this is the area where the family can envision enjoying the warm days and the new yard. 14. If the roof has missing shingles and they can be replaced inexpensively, suggest this be done as it may save negotiation over a completely new roof. Roof repair needs and costs should be minor or the homeowner might as well replace the entire roof. 15. If the homeowner wants to do a bit more, suggest solar lights lining the driveway or installing a more attractive front door with lead glass inserts and replacing plain doorknobs with something more custom. 16. If you have an evening showing, make sure lights are on outside and inside the house. This is warm and inviting.
17. If it's a holiday season, by all means decorate the home! Just like sugar cookies or vanilla scent on the inside of the house, this really says "it's a home" and I can see myself enjoying life here! In the least, always have some greenery or flowers for the season on the front step or porch; even a birdbath with a little garden around it says home. Each house is different and might not need all of the items listed done to it. But if there are items that need to be done, do it! And remind the sellers that, most home buyers cannot visualize even these simple changes and clean ups in a house. And the ones who can ... will be looking for a reduced price. So to sell the house at top dollar and quickly, make it "appeal" to the many who will be seeing it! And don't forget to update the pictures on the internet once everything it's done!
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Are you a golf fan and either live in the Clarksville TN / Ft. Campbell KY area or are planning to move here? Want to know about our golf courses and what they have to offer? Below is some basic information on some of our golf courses. Swan Lake Golf Course 581 Dunbar Cave Road Clarksville, Tn 37043
Swan Lake is an 18-hole, 6,065-yard course located at beautiful Dunbar Cave State Natural Area. This par-71 course features dining facilities and annual green fees. Daily green fees are $16.00 (18-holes) and $9.00 (9-holes) weekdays. Daily green fees for weekends and holidays are $21.00 (18-holes) and $11.50 (9-holes). Cart rentals are $11.00 per person (18-holes) and $5.50 per person (9-holes). Private cart fees are $9.00. (Map & Directions) Mason Rudolph Golf Course, 1514 Golf Club Lane Clarksville, Tn 37043 Named for former PGA tour member Mason Rudolph, a Clarksville native, is a 9-hole, 2,008-yard course located at 1514 Golf Club Lane. This par-30 course also features annual green fees. This short layout will reward good shots and provide a fun golf outing for everyone. Online tee times may be available at Mason Rudolph Golf Course or at nearby golf courses, usually offered at a discount from the normal rate of approximately $12. Also a driving range is available. Country Club Golf Course, 334 Fairview Lane Clarksville, Tn 37043 Clarksville Golf & Country Club is an 18-hole regulation length golf course in Clarksville, Tennessee. This medium-length layout features 4 sets of teeboxes for the enjoyment of golfers of all skill levels. Online tee times may be available at Clarksville Golf & Country Club or at nearby golf courses, usually offered at a discount from the normal rate of $57. Eastland Green Golf Course, 550 Clubhouse Lane Clarksville, Tn 37043 The Eighteen Course at Eastland Green Golf Course is an 18-hole regulation length golf course in Clarksville, Tennessee. This medium-length layout has adequate length for a regulation course. Some holes are quite challenging and interesting, but overall it can be somewhat forgiving. There is another course at this same golf club, the Nine Hole Course. Online tee times may be available at Eastland Green Golf Course or at nearby golf courses, often at a substantial discount from the going green fees rate of approximately $25-$34 The Nine Hole Course at Eastland Green Golf Course is a 9-hole regulation length golf course in Clarksville, Tennessee. This championship layout provides for a fun golf experience for golfers of all skill levels. Difficulty level of the course is unknown at this time, but will be provided soon. There is another course at this same golf club, the Eighteen Course. Online tee times may be available at Eastland Green Golf Course or at nearby golf courses, often at a substantial discount from the going green fees rate of $22-$25 Senior Citizens - Both courses offer a discount on weekday green fees to players 55 years of age or older. There is also a senior discount on annual green fee. Students - Mason Rudolph Golf Course offers students a discount on daily green fees. For any additional information you can contact the following: City Golf Courses Main Office 581 Dunbar Cave Road Clarksville, Tn 37043 (931)648-0479 (931)553-2411 Fax
Golf Course Information - courtesy of: Meli Gerogianis Real Eastate Consultant 931-378-9601

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I've represented several buyers in the last few months that purchased new constructions. I always make it a point to tell them about home inspections and the benefits of it. Some of them are reluctant to pay for an inspection since the house they're buying is brand new, (what could be wrong?) and most of them have a minimum 1 year builder's written warranty so they think that will cover everythin!. That is great but I got news for any "would be buyers" out there. 
Two months ago one of my clients agreed to pay for a home inspection and among the things the inspector found incomplete were both attic space and crawl space had partial insulation done. Part of the crawl space was missing the insulation under the floor, and part of the attic had insufficient insulation. And this was a new construction! Last month I had another client that purchased a new construction and I had a hard time dealing with the builder. The inspector found among other things that the yard was graded wrong, so the the rain water was going toward the house instead of away from the house. The builder refused to fix it claiming it was fine the way it was. I wanted to make sure that my buyer was protected so I advised him to put a specific clause in the builder's warranty that if at anytime during the next 12 months there was standing water in the yard or water was coming in the crawl space, the builder would have to come and correct that! And this too was a new construction! So, new or not, always get an inspection. When buyer does his or her walk thru and check the house out, they think that is enough. However, there are many things that you cannot see with the naked eye or without knowing what to look for or where to look (Would your buyer crawl under the house? or climb in the attic? or check out the electric system or plumbing? - most likely NO) The small investement of a few hundred dollars upfront, would save you a lot of money in the long run and a lot of headaches too! 
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