Protecting Your Home From Termites Tiny termites can do a huge amount of damage to your home. The problem is that you may not even know you have them since they hide so well. In spring, termites become more visible as they fly in swarms to create new colonies. You can’t prevent termites, but these tips can help you identify an infestation and discourage an invasion. In the U.S., you’re most likely to see two kinds of termites: subterranean termites, which live deep underground, and drywood termites, which feed off the wood they inhabit. So, where should you look for termites? Anywhere their tiny bodies will fit, which means crevices, cracks, front door entries, garage openings and more. Termites hide well, so look closely. Be especially mindful of areas where water tends to pool. Here a... 05/05/2014

Cinco de Mayo Themed Recipes                                                 Fun Fact: The date is observed to commemorate the Mexican army‘s unlikely victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862 #1AVOCADO DIP2 large ripe avocados, peeled & seeded1 T lemon juice¼ small onion, finely chopped1 small tomato, finely chopped, without skin and seeds(1 t salt)4 T sour cream1 T jalapeño pepper, finely chopped1 T fresh cilantro, finely choppedTortilla chipsMash avocados with a fork. Add lemon juice, onion, tomato, salt and sour cream. Stir in jalapeño pepper and cilantro. Serve with tortilla chips. #2JALAPEÑO CHEESE SQUARES1½ sticks butter, melted 1 c flour, sifted(1 t baking soda)4 eggs, beaten1 c cottage cheese8 oz bag shredded mozzarella cheese(1 t salt)½ c jalapeño peppe... 05/05/2014

Open Houses in Grand Oaks, Starkville MS ~ Starkville Home Team Open Houses in Grand Oaks, Starkville MS ~ Starkville Home Team Looking for more information on Starkville, MS Real Estate ?  Email (stephanie@starkvillelife.com) , (kim@starkvillerealestate.com) , (tricia@starkvillerealestate.com) , Text/Call (Stephanie @ 662.769.0721, Kim @ 662.312.7763, Tricia @ 662.418.2128 , Tweet (@JitzGrrl) , Facebook (stephanieatkinsarnett), Website (StarkvilleLife.com), or (StarkvilleHomeTeam.com) 05/02/2014

Market Update for Starkville, MS 4/23-4/30 New Listings, Pending & Closed Homes in Starkville, MS New Listings   Pending   Closed   Market Update for Starkville, MS 4/23-4/30 Looking for more information on Starkville, MS Real Estate ?  Email (stephanie@starkvillelife.com) , (kim@starkvillerealestate.com) , (tricia@starkvillerealestate.com) , Text/Call (Stephanie @ 662.769.0721, Kim @ 662.312.7763, Tricia @ 662.418.2128 , Tweet (@JitzGrrl) , Facebook (stephanieatkinsarnett), Website (StarkvilleLife.com), or (StarkvilleHomeTeam.com) 04/30/2014

Open Houses in Starkville, MS: Grand Oaks Subdivision   Open Houses in Starkville, MS: Grand Oaks Subdivision Looking for more information on Starkville, MS Real Estate ?  Email (stephanie@starkvillelife.com) , (kim@starkvillerealestate.com) , (tricia@starkvillerealestate.com) , Text/Call (Stephanie @ 662.769.0721, Kim @ 662.312.7763, Tricia @ 662.418.2128 , Tweet (@JitzGrrl) , Facebook (stephanieatkinsarnett), Website (StarkvilleLife.com), or (StarkvilleHomeTeam.com)       04/30/2014

Plant Power Plant Power Looking for more information on Starkville, MS Real Estate ?  Email (stephanie@starkvillelife.com) , (kim@starkvillerealestate.com) , (tricia@starkvillerealestate.com) , Text/Call (Stephanie @ 662.769.0721, Kim @ 662.312.7763, Tricia @ 662.418.2128 , Tweet (@JitzGrrl) , Facebook (stephanieatkinsarnett), Website (StarkvilleLife.com), or (StarkvilleHomeTeam.com) 04/25/2014

A New Season for Housing APR 24 Posted by Starkville Home Team @ Coldwell Banker SRE A New Season for Housing   A New Season for HousingWill First-Time Buyers Face Challenges?      Spring is officially here. The warmer season will hopefully bring a much-needed warm-up to the housing market, which suffered from the harsh winter weather. Weather, tight credit, and higher home prices were the cause for stagnant housing in recent months, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). February Existing Home Sales fell by 0.4 percent from January to 4.60 million units on an annualized basis. While this figure was in line with estimates, it was still 7.1 percent less than the number of Existing Home Sales registered one year ago. Weather was also blamed for lower-than-expected Housi... 04/23/2014

WINE DINNER at The Veranda, Starkville MS ~ Starkville Home Team WINE DINNER by The Veranda WINE DINNER at The Veranda, Starkville MS ~ Starkville Home Team Looking for more information on Starkville, MS Real Estate ?  Email (stephanie@starkvillelife.com) , (kim@starkvillerealestate.com) , (tricia@starkvillerealestate.com) , Text/Call (Stephanie @ 662.769.0721, Kim @ 662.312.7763, Tricia @ 662.418.2128 , Tweet (@JitzGrrl) , Facebook (stephanieatkinsarnett), Website (StarkvilleLife.com), or (StarkvilleHomeTeam.com) 04/21/2014

Hot Weather Is On the Way. Can Your A/C Handle It?       To Check your A/C   1. Turn on air conditioner   2. Let it run for 30 minutes   3. If there are any issues call your central heat and air repair man   Hot Weather Is On the Way. Can Your A/C Handle It? Looking for more information on Starkville, MS Real Estate ?  Email (stephanie@starkvillelife.com) , (kim@starkvillerealestate.com) , (tricia@starkvillerealestate.com) , Text/Call (Stephanie @ 662.769.0721, Kim @ 662.312.7763, Tricia @ 662.418.2128 , Tweet (@JitzGrrl) , Facebook (stephanieatkinsarnett), Website (StarkvilleLife.com), or (StarkvilleHomeTeam.com)   04/16/2014

Super Bulldog Weekend & Cotton District Arts Festival Is Here!   This week in Starkville, we welcome our Bulldog family home for spring homecoming. It’s SUPER BULLDOG WEEKEND filled with plenty of Hail State fun! Take a look at some of the great events happening this Savor Our South weekend, and we hope you’ll also enjoy a visit to some of your favorite shops and restaurants… Visit the Cotton District Arts Festival website at www.cdafestival.com, Mississippi State athletics website at http://www.hailstate.com to find out more about SBW and the GSDP website at http://www.starkville.org to find out about this weekend + many other fun events planned! GO DAWGS!   SUPER BULLDOG WEEKEND!       COTTON DISTRICT ARTS FESTIVAL! (One of the top 100 events in North America)    Graphics by Small Pon... 04/11/2014

Market Activity in Starkville, MS for the Week of 4/2-4/9     NEW LISTINGS CLOSED AND PENDING (the two highlighted are closed)   Market Activity in Starkville, MS for the Week of 4/2-4/9 Looking for more information on Starkville, MS Real Estate ?  Email (stephanie@starkvillelife.com) , (kim@starkvillerealestate.com) , (tricia@starkvillerealestate.com) , Text/Call (Stephanie @ 662.769.0721, Kim @ 662.312.7763, Tricia @ 662.418.2128 , Tweet (@JitzGrrl) , Facebook (stephanieatkinsarnett), Instagram (Starkvillehometeam) Website (StarkvilleLife.com), or (StarkvilleHomeTeam.com) Market Activity in Starkville, MS for the Week of 4/2-4/9 04/08/2014

NEW LISTING; 150 Southgate in Southgate Subdivision This 2 story brick home has a rich history and scads of updates! Built in the 30’s and moved in the 90’s it has 4 bedrooms and 2 baths with character galore. Dining room, den, living room, and great kitchen! Covered back porch. In ground pool. 3 acres. Easy access from the by-pass and SSD.   150 Southgate Starkville, MS 39759 Price: 266,000 Property Type: ResidentialArea: 22 – Starkville Sep. School DistrictTotal Bedrooms: 4Total Bathrooms: 2Total SqFt.: 2947Garage Stall: 0Garage Type: None MLS #14-654   NEW LISTING; 150 Southgate in Southgate Subdivision Looking for more information on Starkville, MS Real Estate ?  Email (stephanie@starkvillelife.com) , (kim@starkvillerealestate.com) , (tricia@starkvillerealestate.com) , Text/Call (St... 04/07/2014

Don’t forget Our Open House on Sunday! Open House at 62 Ridgeland from 2-3:30 0n Sunday April 6! Address:62 Ridgeland Starkville, MS 39759 Price: 295,000 Property Type: ResidentialArea: 24 – Starkville NE County (Alexander School Dist.)Total Bedrooms: 3Total Bathrooms: 2.50Total SqFt.: 3100Garage Stall: 2Garage Type: Garage Attached MLS #13-2047 PRIVACY IS… a 3,000 square foot, 3 BR, 2.5 bath custom, contemporary tucked away in Valley Hills S/D. Expansive master suite. Sheltered by towering trees, the grounds offer walking paths, a goldfish pond, mature landscaping. Entertain with two living area, wet bar, & screened porch. A place to refresh yourself. Seller will pay up to $5,000 on closing costs for any sale paying the asking price. Don’t forget Our Open House on Sunday! Looking for m... 04/04/2014

Open House Sunday in Valley Hills Subdivision 2-3:30   Address:62 Ridgeland Starkville, MS 39759 Price: 295,000 Property Type: ResidentialArea: 24 – Starkville NE County (Alexander School Dist.)Total Bedrooms: 3Total Bathrooms: 2.50Total SqFt.: 3100Garage Stall: 2Garage Type: Garage Attached MLS #13-2047 PRIVACY IS… a 3,000 square foot, 3 BR, 2.5 bath custom, contemporary tucked away in Valley Hills S/D. Expansive master suite. Sheltered by towering trees, the grounds offer walking paths, a goldfish pond, mature landscaping. Entertain with two living area, wet bar, & screened porch. A place to refresh yourself. Seller will pay up to $5,000 on closing costs for any sale paying the asking price.   Open House Sunday in Valley Hills Subdivision 2-3:30 Looking for more information on Starkvi... 04/01/2014

 To Renovate or Relocate Are you running out of room in your home? Or, do you need to make some updates? If you’re trying to decide between renovating your home or buying a larger one, here are some things to consider to help you make the right move. What works with your budget?Whether you remodel or relocate, there are plenty of expenses to consider. Depending on the scope of the renovation, you may be dealing with the cost of the contractor, the architect, building materials or the possible rise in your homeowner taxes. Upgrade to a larger home, and you’ll pay more for your mortgage and taxes. That’s in addition to closing costs and moving costs, real estate commissions and finance charges. Do you love the neighborhood?Your neighborhood is almost as important as the house you live in... 03/31/2014

Join us for lunch and a tour of 807 West Lakeshore in Browning Creek Subdivision tomorrow!   Address:807 West Lakeshore Starkville, MS 39759 Price: 325,000 Property Type: ResidentialArea: 25 – Starkville SE County (E. Okt. School Dist.)Total Bedrooms: 4Total Bathrooms: 3Total SqFt.: 2586Garage Stall: 3Garage Type: Garage Detached MLS #13-2068 Exquisite Hilltop View of Browning Creek Lake ~ This Four Bedroom, Three Bathroom Home Offers Two Living Areas, Loft Living Space & Two Master Bedrooms ~ Hardwood Floors ~ Living Room w/Wood Burning Fireplace ~ Open Dining Area ~ Internal Vacuum System ~ Hidden Storage Area ~ Two Year Old Appliances ~ Wrap Around Porch, Wrought Iron Railing & Extra Large Lot ~ 2.3 Acres Join us for lunch and a tour of 807 West Lakeshore in Browning Creek Subdivisio... 03/28/2014

PICNIC OPEN HOUSE ON SATURDAY In Browning Creek! MAR 27 Posted by Starkville Home Team @ Coldwell Banker SRE PICNIC OPEN HOUSE ON SATURDAY in Browning Creek!   PICNIC OPEN HOUSE ON SATURDAY in Browning Creek! Looking for more information on Starkville, MS Real Estate ?  Email (stephanie@starkvillelife.com) , (kim@starkvillerealestate.com) , (tricia@starkvillerealestate.com) , Text/Call (Stephanie @ 662.769.0721, Kim @ 662.312.7763, Tricia @ 662.418.2128 , Tweet (@JitzGrrl) , Facebook (stephanieatkinsarnett), Website (StarkvilleLife.com), or (StarkvilleHomeTeam.com) 03/27/2014

Housing Market Activity in Starkville, MS for the Week of 3/19-3/26 MAR 26 Posted by Starkville Home Team @ Coldwell Banker SRE Housing Market Activity in Starkville, MS for the Week of 3/19-3/26 New Listings, Closed Listings and Pending Listings NEW LISTINGS PENDING LISTINGS NO CLOSED LISTINGS THIS WEEK   Housing Market Activity in Starkville, MS for the Week of 3/19-3/26 Looking for more information on Starkville, MS Real Estate ?  Email (stephanie@starkvillelife.com) , (kim@starkvillerealestate.com) , (tricia@starkvillerealestate.com) , Text/Call (Stephanie @ 662.769.0721, Kim @ 662.312.7763, Tricia @ 662.418.2128 , Tweet (@JitzGrrl) , Facebook (stephanieatkinsarnett), Website (StarkvilleLife.com), or (StarkvilleHomeTeam.com) 03/25/2014

OPEN HOUSES THIS THURSDAY IN STARKVILLE, MS OPEN HOUSES THIS THURSDAY IN STARKVILLE, MS Looking for more information on Starkville, MS Real Estate ?  Email (stephanie@starkvillelife.com) , (kim@starkvillerealestate.com) , (tricia@starkvillerealestate.com) , Text/Call (Stephanie @ 662.769.0721, Kim @ 662.312.7763, Tricia @ 662.418.2128 , Tweet (@JitzGrrl) , Facebook (stephanieatkinsarnett), Instagram (starkvillehometeam) Website (StarkvilleLife.com), or (StarkvilleHomeTeam.com) 03/24/2014

Market Activity in Starkville, MS for the week of 3/12-3/19 CLOSED, PENDING, NEW LISTINGS CLOSED PENDING NEW LISTINGS Market Activity in Starkville, MS for the week of 3/12-3/19 Looking for more information on Starkville, MS Real Estate ?  Email (stephanie@starkvillelife.com) , (kim@starkvillerealestate.com) , (tricia@starkvillerealestate.com) , Text/Call (Stephanie @ 662.769.0721, Kim @ 662.312.7763, Tricia @ 662.418.2128 , Tweet (@ih8meat) , Facebook (stephanieatkinsarnett), Website (StarkvilleLife.com), or (StarkvilleHomeTeam.com) 03/19/2014