Buying a New Home in Hinesville, Georgia

New Construction Homes in Hinesville – Move in Ready!

If you are looking for a New Construction Home in Hinesville, Georgia, you are in Luck.  The Lisa Scales Sales Team is featuring the Suffolk Floor plan built by Patriot Homes (www.PatriotHomesOnline.com) in the Oak Crest Subdivision just outside of Fort Stewart.  This home features 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, and Formal Living Room/Sitting Room and a Formal Dining Room.  The new home buyers will enjoy over 2400 square feet of heated living space and a 2-car garage.  The home is located just 5 minutes from Fort Stewart and is in a community that features a community pool, sidewalks, streetlights and lots of “green space.”

In addition to this awesome deal, you will want to check out the Rebate/Discounts that are available when you choose the Lisa Scales Sales Team to assist you in your home purchase.   Lisa Scales is the #2 Homes for Heroes Affiliate (www.HomesForHeroes.com) Nationwide and services Hinesville, Fort Stewart and surrounding areas.  Feel Free to stop by the Hinesville Home for Heroes Affiliate Office at 202 E.  General Stewart Way, Hinesville, Georgia 31313.

Lisa Scales
The Lisa Scales Sales Team
Keller Williams Realty, Coastal Area Partners
912-877-7100 (Office Telephone)
912-356-5001 (Market Center Telephone)

Purchasing a Home in Hinesville, Georgia

Home-buyers purchasing a home in Hinesville, Georgia are enjoying an interesting trend. New foreclosure homes are entering the market every day, existing homes sales are sluggish, and New Construction communities are popping up everywhere. Subdivisions that once sat idle are now bursting with activity and expanding to “Phase II” and “Phase III”.  As builders answer the demand from buyers for more affordable homes, better values, the demand for new homes is experiencing a radical change. When was the last time you saw a NEW HOME listed for $62 per square foot?  (HEATED!) Just a few years ago, it was not uncommon to purchase a 2500 square foot home for around $250,000; now, you can easily find a 3000+ square foot home for around $200,000.  Combine an affordable purchase price with extraordinarily low interest rates, and you could conceivably pay less on a house note than you would to rent an apartment.

Some professionals say, “This trend can’t last” and others even say, “It is hurting home values”.  I wish I had the answer. I don’t. My recommendation: if you are ready to purchase a new home as a “First Time Buyer” or if you are ready to “Step Up”, now is the time. Check out the new wave of affordable housing and enjoy the ride.  www.hsHomesOnline.com.  Don’t forget to check out the many programs that are still available that will help you save money on your purchase.  Homes for Heroes is a program that provides extra discounts/rebates for qualified Home Buyers.  In Hinesville, Georgia, call Lisa Scales for more information.

Lisa Scales

912-877-1262

Keller Williams Realty, Coastal Area Partners

https://www.homesforheroes.com/affiliate/lisa-scales

Georgia Trend Named Hinesville One of the 8 Renaissanse Cities in Georgia

Georgia Trend, a magazine devoted to business, politics, and economic development in Georgia since 1985, has named Hinesville to their list of 8 cities currently undergoing successful downtown revitalization. With the help of the Georgia Municipal Association, an organization devoted to helping provide leadership, tools and services that assist local governments in becoming more innovative, effective and responsive; these 8 cities were chosen to highlight the best that Georgia has to offer.

Georgia’s Renaissance Cities by Georgia Trend
Stories by Candice Dyer, Patty Rasmussen and John W. McCurry 

The following is an excerpt from the article. 

 

Hinesville: Successful Partnerships

For a city that’s actively pursued downtown revitalization for little more than eight years, Hinesville is proving an apt pupil. In 2004, the city created the Hinesville Downtown Development Authority as part of a comprehensive plan for the city. Vicki Davis serves as executive director. She says a recommendation made by two county commissioners serving on the board in its early years, locating a new county government building in the downtown historic district, laid the groundwork for successful downtown revitalization.
“Keeping that building in the walkable district, the historic core, was the greatest thing they could have done,” Davis says. “Our government services, police station, fire department, city hall, justice center and historic courthouse serve as the anchor there.” The historic core, complete with retail shops and restaurants, greenspace and sidewalks, has become an attraction and a meeting place for people in Hinesville and nearby Fort Stewart, an integral part of the Hinesville community.

Because of Hinesville’s proximity to Fort Stewart, the city wisely takes advantage of the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) Military Zone Tax Credit, a boon to small business development in the downtown district. “If new jobs are created (within designated boundaries), it’s $3,500 dollars per year the business can take for five years, with just a minimum of two jobs,” says Davis. “That’s a huge incentive for a small business owner.”

 Hinesville also had a formal relationship with Fort Stewart from 2007 until 2010, through the Army-Community Heritage Partnership Program developed in part by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. “The partnership was specifically put in place to develop the downtown area for the betterment of the military family and the community as a whole,” Davis says. “As a result we routinely have receptions, activities and events for the leadership of the military and civilian communities throughout the year. Attendance at all our events by our military has increased significantly.”

Events like the Small World Festival, seasonal and holiday events and a weekly farmers market draw participants from both communities, military and civilian. And it’s having the desired effect. “Bringing people to downtown for our events has made them more aware of the small businesses in that walkable district,” Davis says. “It has a snowball effect. They come for the events, they see the businesses and they want to know what other businesses are there. They begin to shop local.” – Patty Rasmussen

Community Events for October 2012

Hinesville, and it’s surrounding cities, have a wide variety of activities and opportunities for both young, old, and everything in between. The community as a whole takes great pride in being close-knit and friendly; welcoming newcomers and visitors alike with a warmth much akin to coming home for a party. 

It is with this attitude that we come together throughout the summer to support our local economy at the Hinesville Farmer’s Market in downtown Hinesville. Local farmers and artisans sell their wares alongside local seafood, flowers, and baked goods every Thursday evening from 4pm to 8pm in Bradwell Park on Commerce Street. October 25th will be the last evening for the summer market, but the fall market starts on November 1st and runs every Thursday through the 15th.

Following the last evening of the summer market, Hinesville is playing host to the Scarecrow Stroll and Beggar’s Night on October 26th in Bradwell Park from 4-6pm. This family-friendly event allows kids to fill goodie bags with treats from a variety of downtown businesses including us at Keller Williams Realty! This fun and busy event draws large numbers, last year’s estimate was around 10,000 in attendance, and isn’t just an evening for the accumulation of treats! Booths will be set up in Bradwell Park for activities and vendors, so come ready for fun! We’re looking forward to seeing you there!

With the spirit of community so alive, Operation Homefront is conducting their annual coat drive which ends October 26th. They are accepting new and gently used coats to be distributed November 3rd by Operation Homefront. Donations can be made from 9am-4pm at 400 North Main Street Operation Homefront in Hinesville. Clean out your closet and help someone in need this winter.

Exemplifying their commitment to service, the Hinesville Fire Department is offering and CPR/First Aid class Saturday, October 20th. This 2-year certification through the American Heart Association costs $20 per person and the class runs from 8am to 5pm.  Visit the Hinesville Fire Department at 103 Liberty Street before October 17th to sign up and pay for your space in this valuable class.


Ongoing Events
Mondays from 9am-12pm, the Service Corps of Retired Executives offers free confidential business counseling at Liberty County Chamber of Commerce on 425 W. Oglethorpe Highway, in Hinesville. Call (912) 368-4445 for details.

Tuesdays at 10:30am Hinesville Library hosts a preschool story time. Story times are also available at surrounding area libraries, check out their website for a library close to you!

Who Qualifies for a VA Loan to Purchase a Home?

     Who Qualifies for a VA Loan to Purchase a Home?  --VA Loans are available as a benefit to active duty military and prior service members.  Qualified Veterans can use their VA Loan to purchase New or Existing homes throughout the United States.  VA loans do not require a down payment or mortgage insurance and offer competitive interest rates.  Veterans are qualified based on their length of service and credit history.  In general, a veteran current or past and must have completed one of the following:

·        * Serve 181 days of Active Duty Service

·        * Serve 91 Days of Active Duty Service during Wartime

·        * Serve more than 6 years in the Reserves or National Guard

     Veterans can also qualify for special programs provided by government and private organizations.  Ask a member of the H&S Real Estate Team for details. We specialize in Military Relocation.

For more information, visit the Department of Veterans Affairs FAQs website or give us a call. We would be honored to assist you. H&S Real Estate Team, 202 E. General Stewart Way, Hinesville GA 31313. 912-877-1262. Lisa.hsRealtor@yahoo.com

Keller Williams Realty,
The Advantage Team, Affiliated with Coastal Area Partners