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Hot Springs Village is the perfect place to spend a fun-filled summer vacation. Come for a visit; stay for a lifetime.
Remember, I can help you get luxury accommodations at HUGE discounts.
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4 Reasons to Buy This Summer!
Here are four great reasons to consider buying a home today, instead of waiting.
1. Prices Will Continue to Rise
CoreLogic's latest Home Price Index
reports that home prices have appreciated by 7.1% over the last 12 months. The same report predicts that prices will continue to increase at a rate of 4.9% over the next year.
The bottom in home prices has come and gone. Home values will continue to appreciate for years. Waiting no longer makes sense.
2. Mortgage Interest Rates Are Projected to Increase
Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey
shows that interest rates for a 30-year mortgage have remained around 4%. Most experts predict that they will begin to rise over the next 12 months. The Mortgage Bankers Association, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac & the National Association of Realtors are in unison, projecting that rates will increase by this time next year.
An
increase in rates will impact YOUR monthly mortgage payment. A year from now, your housing expense will increase if a mortgage is necessary to buy your next home.
There are some renters who have not yet purchased a home because they are uncomfortable taking on the obligation of a mortgage. Everyone should realize that, unless you are living with your parents rent-free, you are
paying a mortgage - either yours or your landlord's.
As an owner, your mortgage payment is a form of 'forced savings' that allows you to have equity in your home that you can tap into later in life. As a renter, you guarantee your landlord is the person with that equity.
Are you ready to put your housing cost to work for you?
4. It's Time to Move on with Your Life
The 'cost' of a home is determined by two major components: the price of the home and the current mortgage rate. It appears that both are on the
rise.
But what if they weren't? Would you wait?
Look at the actual reason you are buying and decide if it is worth waiting. Whether you want to have a great place for your children to grow up, you want your family to be safer or you just want to have control over renovations, maybe now is the time to buy.
If the right thing for you and your family is to purchase a home this year, buying sooner rather than later could lead to substantial savings.
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Home Ownership Is a Good Financial Investment!
According to a
recent report by Trulia,
"buying is cheaper than renting in100 of the largest metro areas by an average of 33.1%." The report may have some people thinking about buying a home instead of signing another lease extension, but does that make sense from a financial perspective?
Ralph McLaughlin, Trulia's Chief Economist
explains:
"Owning a home is one of the most common ways households build long-term wealth, as it acts like a forced savings account. Instead of paying your landlord, you can pay yourself in the long run through paying down a mortgage on a house."
The article listed five reasons why owning a home makes financial sense:
- Mortgage payments can be fixed while rents go up.
- Equity in your home can be a financial resource later.
- You can build wealth without paying capital gains.
- A mortgage can act as a forced savings account.
- Overall, homeowners can enjoy greater wealth growth than renters.
Bottom Line
Before you sign another lease, let's get together and discuss all your options.
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Magellan Golf & Lake Balboa Neighborhoods
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RE
/MAX of Hot Springs Village
presents...
Hot Springs Village. It's a great place to live.
"Escape to the Ouachitas" is a resource to learn more about all that Hot Springs Village and the Ouachita Region have to offer. From our nine world-class golf courses and more than 30 miles of trails, to 11 beautiful lakes and various sporting clubs, we think you'll find something that appeals to you. Our residents are an eclectic bunch, hailing from across the country and around the world.
Visit Hot Springs Village once and we think you'll want to stay for a lifetime.
Click on the image above to begin your Ouachita Adventure. Stop by our office to pick up a copy today.
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Friends and neighbors get together throughout the year for community events and holiday celebrations including dances, karaoke, Rock Porch sessions, Farm-to-Table events, and more. The Woodlands Auditorium is the performing arts center and has musicals, dramas, and dance, vocal and choral presentations. Way Point at DeSoto Marina is home to Basecamp and the setting for events such as Rock Porch sessions, Crawfish boils and more. Grove Park is an outdoor venue and home to the farmers' market, artisan market, live outdoor concerts, holiday celebrations and community events.
Check out the event calendar or buy tickets by clicking the image.
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June/July 2017 |
Hot Springs Village Homes Magazine The RE
/MAX Collection
Click the magazine picture to view the latest Hot Springs Village Homes Magazine.
The Ouachita Mountain area's natural beauty: Breathtaking vistas, blossoming forest and gleaming lakes, combined with its mild climate, reasonable property taxes and low cost of living make it the perfect place to call home.
Available real estate spans from very affordable to affluent, with homes priced from under $100,000 to over $1 million. The variety of homes ranges from golf-front to lake-front, mountain-view or wooded. RE/MAX offers an assortment of quality property lots for sale, commercial real estate and long-term rental properties too.
Check out my
Featured Listings for this month below!
Email to schedule a private tour or learn more about these great properties.
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MLS # 16030655
4 Bd., 4.5 Ba. 4,449 Sq. ft.
$389,900 |
14 Nina Drive
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You will enjoy luxurious living in this fantastic Magellan Golf Course home with covered Trex Deck overlooking the #7 Fairway with brick trimmed driveway & 2 water features! Each Bedroom has a private bath with tiled shower, Master Bath Jacuzzi tub with built-in TV, Extra jets in shower, Brazilian Cherry Wood Floors on main level, (no carpet anywhere) cherry wood built-in cabinets, central vac, lower level game room, wet bar with wood laminate throughout PLUS Radiant Heated Floors and Wine Cellar!! MUST SEE!
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MLS # 16023809
3 Bd., 3 full Ba. 3,690 Sq. ft.
$384,900 |
11 Madrid Way
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Enjoy beautiful sunsets with this fabulous Lake Desoto home that has been completely updated with Granite Counter Tops, newer HVAC, Water Heater & Roof. This home offers an abundance of storage, fabulous landscaping front and back, & a lovely covered deck, sun room, two boat docks one covered & one swimming dock with a board walk along the water's edge. You will appreciate the tender loving care this homeowner has provided - move-in ready. Start living your dream with this gorgeous Lake Desoto home.
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MLS # 15026231
3 Bd., 3 Ba., 2,868 Sq. ft.
$314,900 |
60 Loyola Drive
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Beautiful one level Diamante Golf Course Home built in 2003, located on the 18th tee with fantastic views of #17 Pond and Fountain offering lots of privacy. This home has almost everything including granite counter tops, tile floors, formal Dining Room, Breakfast Room, Two family rooms, study, wet bar, three car garage, sunroom (recently added) and includes split bedrooms, fantastic kitchen, volume ceilings, situated on a 3/4 acre lot.
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MLS # 16033216
3 Bd., 3 Ba. 2,746 Sq. ft.
$289,900 |
12 Fiero Lane
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The moment you arrive, you will fall in love with this lovely Isabella Golf Course home located on #5 fairway of the Pinta Golf Course, with a beautiful view of the pond. This immaculate home has everything including 3-car garage, open floor plan, volume ceilings, wood floors, granite, gas fireplace, upstairs bedroom, bath and exercise room, zoned heating, covered deck and water feature.
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MLS # 17013556
3 Bd., 2 Ba. 1,977 Sq. ft.
$249,900 |
222 Pizarro Drive
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You will spend all your free time on this gorgeous covered back deck overlooking the Isabella Golf Course. If you must go inside, you will enjoy stainless appliances & backsplash, over/under counter lights, granite counters, pull outs, split bedrooms, separate dining room, breakfast room & breakfast bar, volume ceilings, plantation shutters, wood floors, tray ceilings lovely decorator colors throughout. Double vanity, jetted tub, & walk-in shower complete the package along with an oversized two-car garage
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MLS # 17002159
3 Bd., 2 Ba., 1,755 Sq. ft.
$179,900 |
80 Salvatierra Way
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You will LOVE this adorable move-in ready 1999 Keaton built home. Your guests will enjoy the totally level lot, the low maintenance landscaping, drip irrigation, a water feature, & HUGE TREX deck in back to enjoy Arkansas wildlife. Plus oversized garage, with workshop, common property, brick patio, recirculating hot water, recessed lighting, upgraded fireplace, split bedrooms, custom closets, Murphy bed, double vanity, Jacuzzi tub, large walk-in shower, 5 ceiling fans, new roof in 2015... Near East Gate!
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Community Calendar
Check out the Hot Springs Village Community Calendar (click on the image)
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Outdoor Adventure
Hot Springs Village Basecamp is your launching point to outdoor adventure.
If you enjoy life outside, you'll want to be part of Basecamp. Keep an eye on the calendar and Facebook announcing upcoming events, local activities and road trips. Then, grab your gear and get ready to enjoy the great outdoors!
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Sporting Traditions
The Ouachita Rod & Gun Club is focused on bringing folks together to celebrate sporting traditions. We believe in good fun, food and fellowship in the great outdoors. It doesn't matter if you are seasoned by years in the outdoors or just want to meet some new friends. There is a place for you in the Ouachita Rod & Gun Club.
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Mortgage Calculator
There are two types of mortgages popular in Arkansas. Fixed-rate mortgages, or FRMs, are those that include principle and interest in the monthly payment amount and are stable throughout the life of the loan, and adjustable-rate mortgages, or ARMs, are loans that include principle and interest that change periodically throughout the life of the loan. Both FRMs and ARMs are available in 10, 15, 20, 30, and even some 40 year increments, and can be either first mortgages, second mortgages, or refinance options.
Click on the image above to connect to the Mortgage Calculator and learn more about mortgages in Arkansas.
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The Hot Springs Village State Weeks promotion allows guests from across the country to enjoy our amenities at reduced rates during their state week.
While here, discover all that Hot Springs Village has to offer; schedule a community tour with me!
Check out the State Week calendar by clicking the USA image.
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Visit our RE/MAX of Hot Springs Village office conveniently located at
1400 DeSoto Boulevard
on the corner of Desoto Blvd. & Ponce de Leon Drive.
***FREE***
Village Information
Cup of STARBUCKS!
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Recipe of the Month
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White Chocolate Blueberry Lasagna
For the Crust:
36 Golden Oreo cookies (whole cookies with filling)
6 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
For Cream Cheese Layer:
8 oz. cream cheese-softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 ¼ cup Cool Whip
1 to 1 ½ cup blueberries fresh or thawed
For Pudding Layer:
2 - 3.9 ounce packages White Chocolate Instant Pudding
3 cups cold milk
2 oz. freeze-dried blueberries- powder (pulse blueberries in a food processor to make the powder)
For Topping:
1 ½ cups Cool Whip
White chocolate bar to make the curls (or sprinkle with 1 ½ cups white chocolate chips)
Instructions
- In a food processor ground whole Oreo cookies with the filling to get fine crumbs.
- Combine Oreo crumbs with 6 tablespoons melted butter and stir until evenly moistened. Press the mixture into the bottom of 9 x 13 inch dish. Set in the fridge to firm while making the filling.
- In a bowl mix together cream cheese, ½ cup softened butter and powdered sugar and beat well. Mix in 1 ¼ cup Cool Whip. Fold in blueberries. NOTES: If you use frozen blueberries you must thaw them first and rinse with water if you don't want to get dark purple color for your filling, then drained them well with several layers of paper towels.
- Spread the mixture over the crust. In a medium bowl, combine white chocolate instant pudding with 3 cups cold milk. Whisk for a few minutes until the pudding starts to thicken, then mix in pulverized freeze-dried blueberries. Spread over cream cheese layer. Set in the fridge to firm.
- Spread 1 ½ cups Cool Whip on top.
- Top with white chocolate curls, shavings or white chocolate chips.
- Refrigerate at least 3-4 hours before serving.
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BJ Conner Associate Broker GRI, RCC | RE/MAX of Hot Springs Village
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