This Week's Featured Property

Bank Owned

12/31/08 Reduced to $374,900!

And the price keeps dropping.

This home was built in 2006 and is in brand new condition. It has a beautiful view, (in the wintertime, you can see my farm from the deck, ha!) and is in Broadview Acres. This is a quiet and gently rolling neighborhood just outside the City limit near Glen Falls. It was reduced again this week and is now at $429,000. I'm about ready to make an offer myself, but want to give all of you the opportunity first! If it's still around in November, I'm going for it!

Please know that I have experience with bank owned properties and can maneuver through the process and take you to closing smoothly. Negotiations can seem endless but persistence can pay off. This property is being shown a lot and is definitely on my radar. As of today, it's still available!

“I skate to where the puck is going to be, not to where it has been.” Wayne Gretzky

"A simple rule dictates my buying: Be fearful when others are greedy, and be greedy when others are fearful."

Warren Buffet on the stock market and

America’s future prosperity as published in

The New York Times October 16, 2008.

This Week's Featured Property

Mount Lori Drive in Highlands

Oh, what a great re-do on this in-town home. Today's Realtor open house will definitely get this house shown and under contract quickly. I'm particularly impressed with the 2 beautiful stone faced fireplaces and the view of Mirror Lake.

The place was totally renovated and feels fresh and functional but it doesn't take away any of the cabin charm that is so "Highlands."

The main level has beautiful hardwood and tile floors, beamed cathedral ceilings, master suite and guest powder room. The kitchen is equipped to the max and the covered decks are especially inviting for meals or snacks outside.

The lower level is perfect for weekend guests. It has 2 large guest rooms, a terrific great room, fireplace, kitchenette and a wine tasting room too!

I love this house. It's always my pleasure to sell that old Highlands charm when it's coupled with what we all like in modern conveniences. If you'd like more info, I can easily email whatever you need along with additional pictures. But really, you just need to see this one personally because it's got character that just won't translate over the internet!

It's listed exclusively with Country Club Properties for $695,000 and has only been on the market a few days.

It would be my pleasure to show it to you.

Sincerely,

Linda

The Economy and the Real Estate Climate here in Highlands

Statistics Report

Highlands - Cashiers Board of Realtors

Compiled on October 8, 2008

For Highlands City and Highlands Township

Comparing 2007 to 2008 YDT:

New listings are Up 43.89%
Sold Listings Down -5.08%
Volume Sold Down -1.46%
Average Sale Price Up 3.63%
High Sale Price Down -15.80%
Low Sale Price Up 216.67%
Average Days on Mkt Down -5.39%

My comment on this will be brief: Highlands is in fact in America afterall! If there is any good news, it is that

it's a great time to buy!

The rapid and significant price reductions like we've seen this summer are unprecedented in my experience. And why? I think it best to leave my political views out of my real estate blogs and just report the facts ma'am!

It's Rainin' Men!

Amen! Oh yay, we are getting a very nice soaking rain today. The drought is such a worry for all of us here. Hope that they don't cancel the High School Soccer Game tonight though. Oh well.

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# 2 kicks balls!

and heads 'em too!

(Who's kid is that anyway?)

Beautiful New Listing in Highlands

Private, Peaceful, and Minutes from Town
This lovely tract lies in the upscale,

Cotwolds Community.

Boasting 2+ acres and a gently sloping grade, this

lovely view property

is ready for your dream home. The community offers underground utilities, water, and moderate homeowner association restrictions. Take a short drive from Main Street and meander through the rural Webbmont Community up to The Cotswolds. Be inspired by majestic, undeveloped views through National Forest lands and beyond. Asking price $499,900.00 MLS # 66410

Isn't This a Lovely Room?

Nestled in the treetops, this 4 bedroom, 3 bath private mountain retreat with spectacular natural resources is in peaceful Whiteside Cove. Bordered between 2 rippling streams and abundant native flora, this home on 4.38 acres would make a fantastic Bed & Breakfast! The main floor boasts a spacious great room, 3 bedrooms all with views, cathedral ceilings and a river rock fireplace. Out on the wrap around deck is a wonderful greenhouse. Below is a thriving Evo frog pond with waterfall and an organic vegetable garden.
The lower level has a complete apartment with kitchen, living room, bedroom, bath, fireplace, private entrance and deck. See this FUN, low maintenance home before you build or buy.

It’s wheelchair accessible on both levels.
The owner is extremely motivated – kids grew up, moved away, and the house is just too much for her alone. Was formerly listed for $499,000 but now, she will entertain all offers so please, don’t hesitate!

Commercial Offering with Shortoff View!

Located off the Cashiers Road

Land in The Meadows with views of Shortoff Mountain, these two 1+ acre lots are zoned for either commercial or residential use. Lot #24 is currently leased to Highlands Cable Group and includes a warehouse building. Asking price $499,000. Lot # 45 is currently leased to Mountain Hardscapes, asking price $298,800. Sellers are very motivated and negotiable!

Let's go to the Lake! New Offerings at Mountain Harbor Club.

Includes seven lots with deeded Lake Glenville access. Six have potential lake views and the seventh has commercial possibilities. All just steps from highway #107 and just a short drive from the Cashiers Crossroads. Asking $198,800 for each.
Adjacent 8.22 acres with both lake and highway frontage available for $3,998,000. Owners are very negotiable and encourage any and all offers.

Early October at Loma Linda Farm

So nice to wake up to!

The colors are only just beginning to change. Taylor Christian Parrish - Senior, Highlands High School

David Kelly Parrish aka Buddy-Boy - Junior, UNCG

Linda in the loft
Oh yeah, I always dress like this when I'm chuckin' hay. Scroll down to see who's standing in the front side!

The view from Glen Falls Road