Movie Night Under the Stars Breaks the Winter Doldrums in Richmond Hill The long winter months never seem quite as long in Richmond Hill, Georgia! While folks in colder climates try in vain to keep warm, folks down here still have their lawn chairs at the ready! And why not? The winter weather here is just fine! In fact it is so good, that the folks at the Ice Cream Stop in Richmond Hill sponsor a new movie every Saturday night! That’s right, just bring your lawn chair, a sweater and some goodies to eat and you can see a new movie every Saturday night in January (12, 19, 26th)! The fun all happens at: 13300 GA Hwy 144, Richmond Hill at 7:30pmThere is one small hitch. The good folks at the Ice Cream Stop tend to be a bit secretive, so you might just have to wait until the show begins to ... 01/18/2013

Now that its 2013, real estate stats and predictions are in! Home sales were up 6 percent in 2012, which was the first time since 2005, and home prices are predicted to increase this year by 6 percent.Mortgage rates are also forecast to increase as the housing market continues to recover. What that means is that if you want to buy a Richmond Hill, GA home, now is the time to do it! Will you be new to the Richmond Hill area? Allow me, as your Richmond Hill real estate agent, to fill you in on the area! To view this blog post in its entirety, please click here. Kim Rahn RE/MAX Accent Visit My Website "Like" Me on Facebook Follow Me on Twitter Connect With Me on LinkedInContact me  01/18/2013

Are you shopping for a new home in the Richmond Hill real estate market during the holiday season? Smart move! Reports all show that now is the ideal time to buy a home. With that said, your new Richmond Hill home could make the perfect holiday gift this year! But what else should be on your wish list? You probably would like an upgraded kitchen, spacious bedrooms, a sturdy roof and ample storage. Perhaps youd like a large backyard, or you need a home office. While those are all great features for your home-buying wish list, there are some other factors that might slip your mind. To read the rest of this post in its entirety, click here. Kim Rahn RE/MAX Accent Visit My Website "Like" Me on Facebook Follow Me on Twitter Connect With Me on LinkedInContact me  12/18/2012

In other places around the country, people are starting to crawl under blankets inside their homes with hot chocolate, fireplaces and movies. Luckily, while that is an option here in Richmond Hill, GA, it's also warm enough to still enjoy a plethora of activities! The holiday season is just beginning, and from here until the end of the year, it'll be nonstop fun in Richmond Hill! As your Richmond Hill real estate agent, I want to ensure that you're enjoying your homes surroundings as much as possible. So, I've gathered a list of upcoming events for you to look forward to. To view this blog post in its entirety, click here. Kim Rahn RE/MAX Accent Visit My Website "Like" Me on Facebook Follow Me on Twitter Connect With Me on LinkedInContact me  11/19/2012

You probably bought your Richmond Hill, GA home for many reasons. Maybe you new you enjoyed being in Richmond Hill, GA. for a while and wanted to live somewhere more permanently. Maybe you wanted a large place to raise a family. Whatever your reason, one component of buying a Richmond Hill, GA home probably had to do with financial investment. Buying property is a good way to invest your money. In order to best capitalize on that investment, it is important to keep your property well-maintained. To read the rest of this blog post, click here. 10/18/2012

Where is Richmond Hill Georgia Richmond Hill is a city in Bryan County, Georgia southwest of Savannah, Georgia.  It is about a 30-minute commute from Richmond Hill to Savannah.  There are a number of planned developments east and outside of the city of Richmond Hill. The entire South Bryan area depends on Richmond Hill city for basic services.  Leaving Bryan County you must travel through Richmond Hill via U.S. 17 or I-95. Richmond Hill Georgia Surroundings Bryan County contains marshes, riverfronts, ocean coastlines, and Fort McAllister Historic Park.  Fort McAllister is a 1725-acre park on the south bank of the Ogeechee River and the Atlantic Ocean.   The Census counts Bryan County as part of the Savannah Metropolitan area.  It is a suburb of Savannah Georgia even though it is in anot... 08/31/2012

No matter how much experience you have had with the process, there's no denying that selling a home is a big step for anyone. Part of the reason why I feel that my job as a Richmond Hill real estate agent is so important is because I get the opportunity to help people through a stressful and major phase of their lives. If I can do anything to make their home sale and move less anxiety-provoking, I will. A good real estate agent will go through the motions, but a GREAT one will have the right balance between optimism and honesty and will do everything that they can to serve your best interest. I feel that I encompass all of these qualities, but I also realize that you might not go with my services.Even if you choose to use someone else for your Richmond Hill real estate transaction, I st... 05/30/2012

Richmond Hill, Georgia stands out for the exceptional quality of Southern living and charm found here. Many take advantage of the great coastal location and marvel at the number of things that you can do outdoors. Spring is especially beautiful here and now that the flowers have begun to spring up and the trees have taken to leaf, it’s time to go outside and connect with the nature so abundant in our area. One great outing can be found at the Green Creek Interpretive Trail.  Back in the day (the 1920’s), Henry Ford ordered his work crews to dig the creek to aid in the drainage of lands he purposed for forestry and farming. Today, Instead of a swamp or wood, you’ll find an abundance of birds and wildlife that have adapted to the area taking advantage of all the dirt mounds left behind by... 04/03/2012

Christmas in Richmond Hill Georgia What's coming up this month? The annual Christmas Stroll and Holiday Market. There's no better time to get into the Christmas Spirit than the first week of December in Richmond Hill Georgia. Sponsored by the Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce, this annual event, along with the city of Richmond Hill brings together local businesses and residents for the 3rd annual Christmas Stroll and Holiday market. This yearly event is located on 510 Cedar Street in Richmond Hill on December 10th. The Christmas Market will be held at J. F. Gregory Park and all the businesses in the area will have their doors open and hours extended to offer sales, prizes and gifts to strolling guests. There will be a grand prize give away. This is a perfect chance to not only do some C... 12/08/2011

 The DeVaul Henderson Recreation Park is a great investment in the future of Richmond Hill, GA. With so much budget cutting and expense control we can really be proud of our community Richmond Hill for sticking with the plan and getting this valuable resource in place for the future growth of our community. The DeVaul Henderson Park is now open for its second season of sport, and just as well as the 20,000 residents of this small town like being outdoors, like exercise and like their sport. This state of the art sport and recreation facility currently boasts:- 2 Full size, floodlit football/soccer fields- 2 Full size, grass turf soccer fields- 6 baseball diamonds- a beautiful walking tail around a lake that is perfect for family fishing. In the future as we grow into this new facility t... 03/24/2010

This is an excerpt quoted from the March 9, 2010 edition of a Barron's article by Steven M. Sears: "At long last, the market for luxury real estate is coming back to life. In Greenwich, Conn., realty brokers say, the final months of 2009 were almost record-setters for sales volume, as two years of pent-up demand was unleashed. Even the megadeal is back. In Beverly Hills, film producer Jeffrey Katzenberg just plunked down $35 million for an 8,700-square-foot home on six acres. There's nothing like a stabilized economy and a huge rebound in stocks to send folks looking for the perfect manse. The return of hefty Wall Street bonuses hasn't hurt, either. Prices are way down-40% off the peak in some locations. Seemingly at or near bottom, they are starting to attract the first wave of bargain... 03/12/2010

Set amidst the centuries old Live Oaks, in the Silk Hope neighborhood of The Ford Plantation is a wonderful organic garden...but it is more than that. Executive Chef, Juan Carlos points out it is about an attitude, a commitment and a lifestyle that is inherent in the DNA of The Ford Plantation, its staff and its members. Juan explains that the organic farm is just one (and happens to be the most visible) of many ways in which The Ford Plantation supports the environment, and healthy living. Chef Juan explains that they try not to use chemicals or highly processed foods so they grow their own organic vegetables when seasonable possible. They also raise a few dozen "Silver Lay" chickens which produce about enough eggs to make all the homemade pastas served in the dining venues, as well a... 01/22/2010

                Recently the Ford Plantation Equestrian center was a hive of a different sort of activity. The arena was completely revamped in an exercise which included the removal of the entire arena surface and sub surface. More modern footing mediums where then used to rebuild the arena to modern world classs equestrian arena standards, simultaneously drainage and irrigation were upgraded. The arena is now ready for the winter season and no doubts the riders and horses will be delighted with the upgrade and we look forward to seeing the dressage, jumping, trail riding and training at the new arena at The Ford Plantation Barn this season. 11/06/2009

On Tuesday, October 27th a group of about 30 members of The Ford Plantation had a rare opportunity to go behind the scenes of Championship Golf Course Management and Maintenance Program.  Nelson Caron (Golf Course Superintendant) gave a very professional tour of the golf course and specifically talked about the challenges of irrigation and drainage of a low country golf course, greens keeping (and maintaining putting surface consistency from green to green), daily course maintenance decision making, various breeds of grasses (and their pros and cons), specific challenges currently being addressed at the golf course (greens, drainage and irrigation). Nelson also gave us some tips, which sound simple but I must admit I had it wrong on a few of these pointers. Like how to properly fill in... 10/29/2009

The brand new fourth quarter real estate report has just been released. You can download a free copy at this link. The report contains everything you will ever need to know about The Ford Plantation: Sales, Promotions, Events and Current Listings. Enjoy! Real Estate Report 10/20/2009

This morning about 40-50 people attended the first public meeting is support of the I95 / Belfast Keller Interchange. (Bryan County, Georgia). Steve Croy chaired the meeting and explained that this interchange was extremely valuable as it has a great location on the I95 / only 13 miles from the port of Savannah (one of the busiest ports in the US) and the interchange has a railhead, not to mention the value that it could add to Ft. Stewart Military base for deployments and emergencies. Jimmy Bursed - Bryan County Chair and Commissioner - Noted that of the 8 points required to justify an interchange, we already have 7 checked off. Also that this was not a transport initiative butt and economic development initiative which could bring 10 000 rooftops to Richmond Hill and help with Georgia... 10/16/2009

Today about 55 realtors from Keller Williams Coastal Area Partners visited The Ford Plantation. The group enjoyed an overall tour of the community amenities and also previewed a few specific properties, including: 543 McAllister Landing, 531 McAllister Point, 1354 Dublin Drive, 70 Little Lulu Lane and 652 Silk Hope Drive. This was a great opportunity for the Keller Williams Realtors from all three of the regional offices to become more familiar with the beautiful properties for sale at The Ford Plantation. This orientation will serve to help them match these properties and The Ford Plantation lifestyle to the needs of future potential buyers. After the tour a wonderful lunch was enjoyed by everyone at The Clubhouse; where the General Manager (Bob Gusella) and his staff did and excellent... 09/22/2009

One of the things that I love about being a realtor is the wonderful freedom that you have to control your schedule, spend time with you family and every now and then sneak off in the middle of the day to just plain have some fun! This post falls into that category. For weeks now I have been eagerly anticipating hearing stories that "the shrimp have arrived on the Georgia coast". But alas I have heard nothing! So yesterday I was on my way to preview a beautiful new listing at The Ford Plantation (652 Silk Hope Drive) which happens to be in the exquisite marina. On arrival at the marina I noticed that the tide was exceptionally high and that water from the Ogeechee River was flooding into Lake Clara at a very high rate. Don't be alarmed, this is a good thing. You see when the water from ... 09/21/2009

Tuesday - 22nd September, 2009 10.45 am - Directly after the Keller Williams Coastal Area Partners team meeting. Please join the Keller Williams - Ogeechee River Group for a tour of The Ford Plantation. Preview a few lovely estate homes for sale; and then join us for a complimentary lunch at The Ford Plantation Clubhouse. At lunch we will have the opportunity to meet The Ford Plantation General Manager who will briefly address and welcome the group to The Ford Plantation. This is a catered event and security is tight at The Ford Plantation, so we need to have accurate numbers on attendees.  Any Keller Williams agents interested in attending please R.S.V.P.  by calling Mark Arlow or Chandie Hupman at (912) 445 0160 or send us an email at info@ogeecheegroup.com . Dress, businesss casual. 09/10/2009

Richmond Hill Homes For Sale Richmond Hill is a family oriented community located south of Savannah.  A quiet and safe neighborhood with its southern hospitality that will make you feel right at home.  It offers wonderful educational opportunities and activities for children.  There are plenty of activities for the whole family.  They offer parks and recreation areas, boating and fishing, marinas, campgrounds, golf, and more!  Richmond Hill has a lot of  history, so if you're a history enthusiast you could head over to The Richmond Hill Historical Museum which was built in the 1930's. Richmond Hill GA 04/16/2009