tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-341395592024-02-28T03:35:17.033-05:00Moving To Athens GeorgiaSpecializing in Athens Georgia Real Estate including Watkinsville, Winterville, Jefferson, Statham, Danielsville, Bogart and surrounding counties of Athens-Clarke, Oconee, Madison, Jackson, Barrow, and Oglethorpe.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-82864976241252426442012-09-23T13:10:00.000-05:002012-09-23T13:10:56.986-05:00RE/MAX Georgia Top Agents
Jerri Stracener #20 in RE/MAX Georgia Top 25 IndividualsYear to Date - July 2012
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-55225443359077381332012-09-22T11:41:00.000-05:002012-09-22T11:48:10.447-05:00Cooper the Reggae Dog
Musician Joe Maniscalco visited our friend (and RE/MAX broker), Faye Kemp this week. We were invited for dinner and "Joe Jam" and had a great time. The music was wonderful and we especially enjoyed hearing and watching Joe play the steel drum... fascinating! We all had an unexpected surprise when Faye's dog, Cooper, decided to dance! Hilarious!
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-37615068673733204652012-09-16T20:23:00.002-05:002012-09-16T20:23:36.067-05:00Bank of America offers relocation assistance for short salesBank of America is offering relocation assistance to sellers who successfully complete a short sale. Bank of America will set a pre-approved short sale price prior to submitting an sales contract. That should eliminate the risk of losing a buyer when the lender takes too long to get approval. Call JERRI STRACENER WITH RE/MAXASSOCIATES ATHENS for help in getting this application Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-59976480250635780242010-07-25T11:58:00.000-05:002010-07-25T11:58:45.293-05:00Another pre-approved short sale listing220 Jeremy Drive
Colbert, GA
1.53 acre lot plus many upgrades!
large kitchen with lots of storage, black appliances
family room with rock fireplace
This home has been pre-approved for short sale at a price of $107,000. Currently, a price of $103,000 may be accepted as adjustments are allowed during 2nd and 3rd month of marketing. The home is on 1.53 acres and sold in 2008 Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-19162398054914190592010-07-25T11:37:00.000-05:002010-07-25T11:37:53.486-05:00Our current short sale listingsPre-approved short sales
401 Gladiola Drive
Auburn, GA 30033
4 bedrooms, game room and office!
Kitchen w/tile floor and plenty of cabinets
Great room w/ hardwood floors
This list price of this home is pre-approved through the pre-foreclosure short sale program offered on FHA loans. The lender has set the price at $108,000, but we are currently in the time frame to accept an offer Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-32855439275490253912009-11-25T09:09:00.002-05:002009-11-25T09:18:35.406-05:00Avoid ForeclosureLooking at these statistics helps to understand the current housing market in our country. If you are behind on your mortage payments, or just know that you soon will be, call me. I have the experience to help you determine the best options available. It may be a loan modification, deed in lieu or short sale. I can help you make an informed decision. 706-296-4395INDUSTRY STATISTICSMortgage Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-31219239617609788452009-03-28T14:51:00.006-05:002009-03-28T15:21:52.310-05:00Short SaleThe current economy has cause many people to have loans that they can't afford to repay. The banks are not usually willing to continue with the loan if they are not getting the monthly payments.I have been working with a company for about a year now that sends me on assignments to visit with homeowners that are behind on their payments. This has given me some excellent experience in dealing withAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-79596013793907948832009-02-27T11:22:00.002-05:002009-02-27T11:32:09.475-05:00Homeowner AfordabilityThe new stimulus package addresses homeowners that owe more on their mortgage than the home is worth. Also, changes in income that have affected a homeowners ability to stay current on their mortgage payments have been addressed. According to the article by the National Association of Realtors 3-4 million homeowners will be helped. The $75 Billion Homeowner Stability Initiative will reach up Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-84496132412994323132009-02-02T11:45:00.011-05:002009-02-02T13:09:25.590-05:00Foreclosure ReliefIt seems that everyday we are hearing more and more news about the economy and the uncertainty of the housing market. If you are behind on your mortgage payments, this is an excellent time to negotiate with your lender. The banks don't want your house. They will try to work out a repayment plan but you must be able to show that you can pay the monthly payment. Unfortunately, many times, the Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-41652094287443533252009-01-01T22:33:00.002-05:002009-01-01T22:50:26.117-05:00Short Sale vs. ForeclosureIf you are behind on your mortgage payments, you may be able to work out a new payment plan with your mortgage company. If you no longer have income to support the mortgage payment, you may be getting close to foreclosure... There are other options to consider. A short sale is when the lender agrees to accept less than the amount owed on the loan as payoff for the loan. This will still hurt Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-63524616816189808422008-12-01T17:09:00.002-05:002008-12-01T17:16:14.648-05:00Mortgage FraudCheck out this video regarding mortgage fraud. Take the advise and don't ever do anything to give up control of your property. If you are not able to make the payments, contact your mortgage company to work out a plan. Anyone telling you that they can eliminate your deliquency is not telling you the truth. Others may help you but the final control is with your lender.We work with homeowners to Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-40039601598124871272008-11-01T15:31:00.009-05:002008-11-03T08:46:53.243-05:00Tips to Avoid ForeclosureIf you are unable to make your mortgage payment, you may have 2 or 3 months before the bank starts the foreclosure process. They will contact you by phone and mail to try to collect the past due balance. If they are not able to contact you, this tends to speed up their process. If you will talk with the bank, many times you can work out a new payment plan. These days, banks are more willing to Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-12565727182416101872008-10-08T06:21:00.005-05:002008-10-08T06:42:54.745-05:00RE/MAX Associates Athens - Sold On A CureJennifer Westmoreland, Evie Brassie, Carol Bitner and Jerri Stracener -- Sold On A Cure - RE/MAX Associates Athens We will walk 60 miles at the Breast Cancer 3-Day over the weekend of October 24-26. Each of us must raise a minimum of $2,200 in order to walk. As a team, we've raised over $10,000 so far -- and have a goal to raise $12,000 by October 24.The walk starts in Alpharetta and ends at theAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-9123419265652351392008-07-25T14:40:00.006-05:002008-07-25T15:14:07.673-05:00Athens GA - How to avoid foreclosure If you're past due on your mortgage payments and won't be able to catch up, here are some options that may help. Typically, you need to be 3 payments past due before you can start the process to get help from the lender.1. Call the lender and see if they are willing to work out a new payment plan. Many times they will forgive the past due amount completely or add it to the existing balance of Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-85856803565027227802008-07-09T14:17:00.004-05:002008-07-09T14:27:40.148-05:00Countdown to KickoffThe third annual Countdown to Kickoff! charity event is in two weeks at the UGA practice fields.Former UGA players Matt and Jon Stinchcomb and David Greene are hosting the event. Fans will be able to get pictures, autographs and run drills with current and former UGA and NFL players.This fundraiser will be held on July 18 and 19th and is to benefit the following:Georgia Transplant Foundation, Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-59777013611351795462008-06-19T18:08:00.003-05:002008-06-19T18:14:48.239-05:00AthFestWhat is AthFest?AthFest is a non-profit annual music and arts festival in downtown Athens, Georgia that largely showcases the Athens area musical and artistic community. Much of AthFest is free while wristbands or cover charges are required for certain events. AthFest's mission is to educate citizens and visitors about music and arts in general, and about Athens music and arts in Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-18927574274399510762008-06-09T16:14:00.004-05:002008-06-09T16:21:17.396-05:00New method for searching the Athens GA MLSIn the next few days, we will have a new MLS search tool on our website. I will set up different searches, such as "Athens GA condos", "Oconee County homes from $150,000-$250,000","East Athens $80,000-$150,000", and more. I will probably do a breakdown by neighborhoods in Clarke and Oconee counties. After I learn to use the new system, I can provide you with lots of information without you havingAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-17162888914893733762008-06-04T16:18:00.009-05:002008-06-04T17:07:20.739-05:003-day Walk Benefiting Susan G. Komen For The CureI am a 3 -Day Walker! It's a 60 mile walk (over 3 days) to benefit the Susan G. Komen Foundation for Breast Cancer Research. It started on Saturday night -- at a party, an agent in our office mentioned that she has always wanted to do this walk. Another agent said, "so, let's do it". Well, it seemed like a good idea at the time, but the next morning, I got nervous about raising the money to Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-5542290046445194132008-06-04T15:48:00.005-05:002008-06-04T17:10:33.779-05:00Ashford Manor Saturday Sounds of SummerAshford Manor is a beautiful Bed & Breakfast in downtown Watkinsville. The grounds are fabulous and the rooms are individually decorated with very unique themes. Onn Monday nights during the summer, they have music on the grounds. You can bring food and your own chairs -- or rent a table and order dinner from Donderos' Kitchen. Today, I received an e-mail with this new schedule of once a Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-58167928456433139132008-05-23T05:55:00.004-05:002008-05-23T06:03:11.514-05:00Southworks 2008SOUTHWORKS 2008 ARTS FESTIVALMAY 24th & 25th 10 AM to 5 PM each daySouthworks 2008 is this weekend in Watkinsville. There will be over 60 artists and live music by various bands. It's always lots of fun and a good time to help support our local artists.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-21248572634106425142008-04-24T10:13:00.011-05:002008-04-24T10:34:50.973-05:00Buyers MarketWe have seen a slow down in sales in the Athens market... so, that makes it a great time for buyers. Not all sellers are going to be willing to sell their home at a reduced price but with a wide selection of homes on the market, it it easier for buyers to find a good deal. We have been working on "short sales" and some foreclosed properties lately. Unfortunately, these homes have an effect on allAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-70588929429509578842008-03-01T17:42:00.000-05:002008-03-01T17:43:53.099-05:00Athens to beat state in economic growth rateMorris News Service Story updated at 12:05 AM on Thursday, February 28, 2008ATLANTA - The Athens area will avoid a recession this year and grow at twice the rate of the rest of the state, according to Georgia State University's Economic Forecasting Center.In a quarterly outlook released Wednesday, Georgia State economists predict metro Athens will add 1.6 percent more jobs - compared to the Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-82321524113821526722008-02-01T12:43:00.001-05:002008-02-01T18:54:12.675-05:00New listing in east AthensCheck out the virtual tour to a home we've just listed in east Athens. The home has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and it's listed for $129,900. It has hardwood floors, a new roof, new interior & exterior paint, fenced yard and beautiful landscaping! Let us know if you want more information or if you'd like to set an appointment to see theis great house.http://www.classifiedflyerads.com/vt/widget.php?idAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-92216794670949247802008-01-12T07:49:00.000-05:002008-01-12T08:06:40.887-05:00Continuing Education at UGATwice a year, we get a catalog from The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education. They offer a variety of classes for everyone. Some of the main categories are Business & Career Development (Accounting, Customer Serivce, Real Estate), Certificate Programs (Executive Coaching, Personal Proerty Appraisal), Creative Expressions & Personal Enrichment (Dance, Golf, Home Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34139559.post-19388239918756920632008-01-05T17:29:00.000-05:002008-01-05T17:29:03.448-05:00Moving To Athens Georgia: Foreclosures in Athens GAMoving To Athens Georgia: Foreclosures in Athens GACall Jerri at 706-296-4395 for information on buying or selling a pre-foreclosure property.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923352291974022392noreply@blogger.com0