Warner Robins Open Houses: January 30, 2011: Visit here weekly to view open houses in Warner Robins, Perry, Kathleen, Byron, Bonaire, Centerville, Macon and all of Middle GA. We will be updating our Warner Robins Open Houses weekly and giving details of our promotions and door prizes for the weekend, so please check back here often. Open houses are a great way to check out homes for sale and have all your questions answered by an experienced REALTOR. All Warner Robins open houses are from 2 - 4pm unless noted. Sunday January 30, 2011: 2 - 4pm _______________________________ 1. 101 Cheshire Drive, Warner Robins, GA 31088 $215,000 Open Saturday and Sunday!!!! Brick & stone home with the "Craftsman" style. Formal living room and dining room, plus large great room with fireplace. Extra larg... 01/27/2011

Warner Robins GA Open Houses - Open Houses in Warner Robins GA ColdwellBanker SSK is hosting 6 Open Houses in Warner Robins GA and the surrounding communities this weekend (29-30 Jan). Buyers...Now is the perfect time to purchase a home in Warner Robins GA, Houston County GA, or a surrounding middle GA community. Come out and preview your next home.116 Amber Drive, (Byron), 2:00-4:00pm, Sunday108 Creekwood Drive, (Bonaire), 2:00-4:00pm, Sunday101 Oakland Height Parkway, (Fort Valley), 9:00am-2:00pm, Saturday, Commercial Property106 Wainscott Court, (Perry), 2:00-4:00pm, Sunday2052 Hiwassee Drive, (Bonaire), 3:00-5:00pm, Sunday122 Pershing Place Court, (Warner Robins), 2:00-4:00pm, SundayVisit my Warner Robins Real Estate website to preview Homes for Sale in Warner Robins or to Search fo... 01/27/2011

Things to do in Middle GA - Visit the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame The Georgia Sports Hall of Fame is located at 301 Cherry Street in Macon Georgia and is both the official sports muesum and the largest state sports museum for the state of Georgia.  The museum stretches over 43,000 square feet and displays over 3,000 sports related memorabilia from Georgia and around the world.   Sports history, interesting displays, pristine artifacts, inductee tidbits, and a host of other interesting sports items await. The museum currently showcases two temporary exhibits, the Art of Jack Davis (co-creator of Mad magazine) and Super Men: Georgia Football Greats in the NFL's Biggest Game.  The Georgia Sports Hall of Fame's first floor permanent exhibits include: the Hall of Fame Corridor, which serves ... 01/26/2011

Just Sold Foreclosures in Warner Robins GA - Warner Robins Real EstateWarner Robins GA Buyers...Your Warner Robins GA Realtor just sold 2 more foreclosures in town.  That's right, two less Warner Robins GA Homes For Sale are available, courtesy of Anita Clark, ColdwellBanker SSK Realtors in Warner Robins GA.   Both of these starter homes were sold "as is" and are move in ready.  In addition, both were purchased for far less than market value.             Why mess around...you need a Realtor who knows the Warner Robins Real Estate market and will work to get you the best possible deal. Visit my Warner Robins Real Estate website to preview a complete list of Homes for Sale in Warner Robins or to Search for Homes in Houston County GA.Call me today at (478) 960-8055 for all your Warner Robi... 01/25/2011

Going to college in middle Georgia is both affordable and easy.  Whether you're fresh from high school, headed back to college after a break, or jumping in as a mature adult there are many local schools to choose from.  Below are colleges within 30 miles of Houston County GA.Middle Georgia State University has a 419 acre main campus located on College Station Drive in Macon, Georgia. The college also has a 71 acre campus on the corner of University Drive and Watson Boulevard in Warner Robins, as well as an area at Robins Air Force Base in building 905.The college was originally a junior college but is now the largest undergraduate school in the area. It offers Associate and Bachelor Degrees, Certificates, and Career Programs. The college currently offers 18 Bachelor's Degrees with 31 ma... 01/24/2011

Warner Robins, GA is one of the best places in the US to buy a home.  The ranking, according to a  study by Wallet Pop on MSNBC.COM, was due largely to Warner Robin's affordable homes, strong economy, convenient location and wonderful amenities.   According to the study... "Located midway between Atlanta and Savannah, Warner Robins' housing affordability is the big draw. The median price of a home is $110,000, while the median family income is about $63,000. That leaves some extra dough to hit the local aviation museum, motor speedway and golf club. The city's main employer is the military (home of Robins Air Force Base), bringing engineers and employees from around the globe, so the population is eclectic. The city fared well during the recession." High rankings are nothing new to War... 01/24/2011

Warner Robins GA Open Houses - Open Houses in Warner Robins GA ColdwellBanker SSK is hosting 6 Open Houses in Warner Robins GA and the surrounding communities today and tomorrow (22-23 Jan).  Locations/Times/Hosts/Schools are listed below.    Buyers...Now is the perfect time to purchase a home in Warner Robins GA, Houston County GA, or a surrounding middle GA community. Come out, meet local agents, and preview your next home.101 Oakland Height Parkway, (Fort Valley), 9:00am-2:00pm, Saturday, Connie Rainey100 Gilchrist Drive, (Warner Robins), 2:00-4:00pm, Sunday,  Shabreia Mackey209 Arrowhead Trail, (Warner Robins), 2:00-5:00pm, Sunday, Jennifer Barbee804 Westwood Drive, (Warner Robins), 2:00-4:00pm, Sunday, Becky Jenson513 Wiltshire Court, (Warner Robins), 2:00-4:00pm, Sunday, Su Brooks... 01/21/2011

Things to do in Middle GA - Visit the Georgia Music Hall of Fame The Georgia Music Hall of Fame is located in downtown Macon GA at 200 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.  Whether you're a casual music listener, have a song in your heart, or just out exploring what the the area has to offer, the Georgia Music Hall of Fame will leave you awe inspired.  Fabulous displays, interesting artifacts, history, inductee tidbits, and a host of other interesting music items await. Tune Town is the main exhibit and looks like a downtown street with various settings showcasing a variety of instruments, costumes, and music.  Other permanent exhibits include: Backstage Alley, Billy Watson Music Factory, That Great Gretsch Sound, Gospel Chapel, Gretsch Theater, Jazz & Swing Club, Rhythm & Blues Revue, Ski... 01/20/2011

Warner Robins Open Houses:  January 23, 2011:  Visit  here weekly to view open houses in Warner Robins, Perry, Kathleen, Byron, Bonaire, Centerville, Macon and all of Middle GA.   We will be updating our Warner Robins Open Houses weekly and giving details of our promotions and door prizes for the weekend, so please check back here often.   Open houses are a great way to check out homes for sale and have all your questions answered by an experienced REALTOR.          WARNER ROBINS OPEN HOUSES:  1/23/2011   Visit here weekly to view open houses in Warner Robins, Perry, Kathleen, Byron, Bonaire, Centerville, Macon and all of Middle Georgia. Open houses are a great way to check out active homes for sales and ask an experienced REALTOR any questions you may have.  We will also post our upcom... 01/19/2011

Warner Robins Foreclosures:  What you need to know before buying a foreclosure in Warner Robins. Purchasing a foreclosure or Real Estate Owned (REO) home can be a great investment.  Many local "house flippers" are making huge profits, even in this declining market.  However, foreclosures are very risky.  Instead of a making money, you could easily end up with a money pit.  As with most investments, the more you educate yourself, the better your chances are at success. Here are some tips you should know before buying a foreclosure or REO property. 1. Do your homework!   Find out as much info about the home as possible.  There are numerous free or low-cost websites available to assist you. Start with your local tax assessor. (Houston County, Bibb County, Peach County, GA Tax Assessor Sear... 01/19/2011

There are currently 100 active foreclosure listings in Warner Robins and Houston County, GA. With prices ranging from $19,000 to $725,000, there is a bank owned property to fit everyone's budget and needs. Whether you are looking to buy a foreclosure for your personal home, to flip, or for a rental property, email me at: ethanhutten@gmail.com and I will send you current listings that match your criteria. No need to register or pay for foreclosure listing sites. I will do all the legwork for you. For more info on purchasing a foreclosure, please read this post: What you need to know before buying a foreclosure: To search all active foreclosure and REO homes for sale in Warner Robins and all of Middle GA, please visit: Warner Robins Foreclosure Search 01/18/2011

Established in 1821, Warner Robins was initially a farming community called York.  In 1865 the railroad came and established a route north to Macon GA.  The town was so appreciative, it changed its name to Wellston in honor of the railroads chief engineer.  In 1941, the U.S. Air Force established a military depot in Wellston and the depot eventually grew into Robins Air Force Base (RAFB).  RAFB covers 6,400 acres and is Georgia's largest single employer, providing an important economic boost to central Georgia.  In 1943, Wellston was renamed Warner Robins.  Both Robins AFB and the city are named after Brigadier General Augustine Warner Robins.Since 1968, the city has been officially designated Georgia's "International City" because of the diversity of the inhabitants.  Always willing to... 01/17/2011

Below are the 2010 Houston County GA sold property statistics for MLS listed properties, according to the Central Georgia MLS.  While the depressed housing market had an impact, Houston County GA Realtors sold a total of 1595 MLS listed properties in 2010.  The totals below do not reflect REO, Bank Owned, or Foreclosure properties. Number of Houses Sold in Houston County GA in 2010: 1218 1188 Single Family Detached 15 Mobile/Modular 9 Condominiums 6 Townhouses Least Expensive House Sold in Houston County GA in 2010: $9,000 606 2nd Street (Bonaire) - Lashley Subdivision Most Expensive House Sold in Houston County GA in 2010: $625,000 109 River Valley Court (Kathleen) - Royal Oaks Subdivision Smallest House Sold in Houston County GA in 2010: 725 finished square feet 320 Joseph Avenue (War... 01/16/2011

"So, what schools are the best in town?", was one of the first questions my new buyers asked me yesterday afternoon before we went out viewing houses.  It was a simple question, asked innocently by customers who I believe want the best education for their children.  Unfortunately, I was unable to provide a direct answer to their question because my opinion could have been construed as steering which is a violation of The Fair Housing Act. I clearly explained why my opinion could unfairly sway them to/away certain neighborhoods and fortunately they understood.  As I always do, I provided them with the web address to two sites that could help them make a more informed school decision based on their families needs.  Houston County Board of Education - The authoritative source for schools i... 01/14/2011

Warner Robins 5 bedroom home with in-law suite and theatre. Looking for a 5 bedroom home in Warner Robins with a 2nd master or in-law suite?  This Carlton Ridge beauty has it all.  Master bedroom with attached theatre or living room, and a 2nd master/in-law suite with full-bath.  Home also features: eat-in kitchen with plenty of cabinet space, formal dining room, tiled floor, wet bar, fireplace, wired workshop, two patios w/one ready for a hot-tub and one perfect for grilling, privacy fence, expanded driveway with parking pad.  Convenient location, close to I-75 and minutes to Robins Air Force Base (Robins AFB). Carlton Ridge subdivision is one of Warner Robin's best selling neighborhoods, featuring all-brick homes zoned for Houston County High.  Popular with military families, Carlton ... 01/13/2011

Just prior to a recent closing, the soon-to-be homeowner asked me, "What proves I own this house?"  Good question, that I answered this way... In Georgia, at closing the transfer of title/deed is signed over to you by the seller.  Because you have a mortgage, the title/deed is held by the lender.  Within 30 days after closing you should receive a copy of the warranty deed.  The warranty deed is a guarantee made by the seller that the title is clear and they have authority to sell the property.  Keep your copy of the warranty deed in a safe place. I also recommended that 60 days after closing the buyer should check the county courthouse records to make sure the title has been recorded in their name.  Many offices now provide the ability to perform this check online. As a failsafe in-case... 01/12/2011

This is a re-blog of a post I did a couple of weeks ago...wanted to give this event a little more exposure.  The Museum of Aviation does so much for our community so I'm hoping they get a huge turnout.Sponsored by the Museum of Aviation and the Robins Pacers Running/Walking Club, the 15th Annual Museum of Aviation Foundation Marathon/Half-Marathon/5K Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, January 15th, on Robins Air Force Base.All administrative functions (registration, awards, etc.) will take place at the Museum's Century of Flight Hangar.  Picture ID is required to pickup race packets.All 3 courses are USA Track and Field certified (Boston Marathon qualifier) with chip timing used for all races.  Last years race had over 1,000 participants. Start Times Marathon and Half-Marathon - 8:00am ... 01/12/2011

The following Houston County GA real estate statistics are a weekly snapshot (Jan 3-9) of activity.  Data was accumulated from the Central Georgia Multiple Listing Service. New Listings: 31 Expired Listings: 11 Price Reductions: 46 Pending: 20 Sold: 21 Sold Properties in Houston County: Days On Market (High): 352 Days On Market (Low): 0 Days On Market (Avg): 95 List Price (High): $490,000 List Price (Low): $104,900 List Price (Avg): $201,790 Sold Price (High): $456,760 Sold Price (Low): $90,000 Sold Price (Avg): $195,944 Houston County GA Buyers don't miss out.  There are low interest rates and plenty of activity in middle Georgia.Now is the perfect time to purchase a home in Houston County, Warner Robins, or a surrounding middle GA community. Visit my Warner Robins Real Estate website ... 01/10/2011

Immaculate and cozy townhouse near Warner Robins, GA in quiet Byron community.  Only minutes to Warner Robins and Robins Air Force Base.  This wonderful home in Houston County, GA is low-maintanence and perfect for a first-time buyer or someone looking to downsize. Affordably priced to sell at only $112,000!  Located at 103 Vining Way, Byron, GA.  This home is convenient to I-75, Macon, Byron, Warner Robins and Perry.   Well maintained and decorated, this beautiful townhouse is spacious yet cozy.  Enjoy the relaxing screened porch which provides tranquil living space.  Immaculate interior with many upgrades.   2 bedrooms and 2 baths. Upstairs master bedroom has 2 walk-in closets and large master bath.   Home also features a large great room with fireplace & eat-in kitchen with plenty of... 01/10/2011

With apologies to Popeye..."Shiver Me Timbers", it's mighty cold outside today.  You see, living in middle GA we don't get much snow, not even the tainted yellow variety.  That changed today. We are in the midst of a full-fledged, five alarm, batten-down-the-hatches, BLIZZARD!  Yes, a blizzard.  With 3/4 of an inch of SNICE (snow/ice) blanketing the ground, any minute I'm expecting to see National Guardsmen telling us to stay inside.  No argument here; it's doubtful we'd even be able to get the doors opened because of the SNICE bank that's forming. Luckily, we still have the Christmas box of sausage/cheese that someone re-gifted to us so there's no chance we'll starve.  Caught a break there!  Even the cats can sleep with both eyes shut...no Donner Party activity on my watch.  Can you sh... 01/10/2011