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        <title>What Every Buyer Wants to Know:  Should I wait to buy a home?</title>
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We had the pleasure of sitting down with the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast to discuss the current real estate market and why now is the time to buy a home


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Peggy Slappey Properties, Inc. is a Metro Atlanta real estate brokerage celebrating 40 years of experience in real estate sales and marketing.  From new home construction to resales and so much more, we are a trusted market leader.  To see our current listings, visit cwww.psponline.com and call us for expert advice at 770-271-5555.  Keep up to date with the latest PSP events and offers by checking in on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/peggyslappeyproperties and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/peggyslappeyproperties.


 
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        <title>Celebrate July 4 with Closing Cost Freedom, Price Reductions at Oak Grove Road in Loganville – LIMITED TIME OFFER</title>
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Ironwood Homes has just announced big, limited time incentives on new Oak Grove Road homes near Vines Botanical Gardens. Spend your weekend discovering the features of these beautiful homes and select the one perfect for your family, and you could get $5,000 in closing costs (with preferred lender) and a $1,000 broker bonus. Now you’re really free to jump into these move-in ready homes with high-end features like hardwoods throughout main level, full unfinished basement, high-end finishes, and 3 car garage.


One more thing - these move-in ready homes have significant price reductions as well, and are in sought-after Gwinnett County. With 5 bedrooms, even a large family has plenty of room to grow and make memories. You can still be moved well before school starts, and experience the peace of mind in knowing how much money you saved


Make it a priority to come out to Oak Grove Road this weekend, and you just might find the house of your dreams, and financial freedom to go with it.
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Loving yourself is not about arrogance or narcissism. It’s about believing the value that you provide others and the world. 


I believe in you and your value. 


It’s time you believe in your value at the highest level. The most powerful way to develop this loving relationship with yourself is… To love on others. 


Here are 10 Ways to c: 


1. Listen without interrupting. You might be someone who wants to get to the bottom of the issue right away. If you can spare one more minute you might hear concerns and answers you wouldn’t have before. 


2.Speak without accusing. Be respectful. Understand that you can’t control what is said or done to you but you can control how you react. Do you think people will love you if you’re constantly accusing them of doing wrong? Make a TEAM effort to resolve the issue. 


3.Give without sparing. It’s not a matter of how much, just give generously.


4. Pray without ceasing.  There is immense power in letting it go and knowing there is a larger, greater plan that you have yet to know anything about. 


5. Answer without arguing. Ah, pride. “Yes, but…” Sound familiar? Are you so busy constructing your answer that you can’t focus on the relationship? Are you happy about how you ‘showed up’ to a situation? Take a breath. Wait a beat. This will do more for you than a hasty reply ever will. 


6. Share without pretending. ‘Wounds from a friend can be trusted, but an enemy multiplies kisses,’ or in other words ‘Hurt me with the truth but never comfort me with a lie.’ We’ve all been there. You make plans to get along with the crowd while simultaneously making plans to get out of them. If you want to say NO to going out on Friday because you want to say YES to a gym/spa day Saturday, start with the honesty from the start. It’s better to share your honest thoughts rather than flaky excuses later. 


7. Enjoy without complaint. Another Morning=Another Miracle. Enjoy every breath. Enjoy your health. Enjoy that flat tire because you have a car to change a flat tire. Enjoy that you have to go grocery shopping AND do laundry because you have the money, clothes and means to do so. Enjoy every single day and all the things we simply overlook. Isn’t it a great day? 


8. Trust without wavering. Trust yourself. Completely. Trust in your abilities, your power and your will. Have unwavering trust that you’re exactly where you need to be, doing what you need to be doing. Trust in your team and those around you that they’re doing their duties to the best of their ability. 


9. Forgive without punishing. It’s just spilled milk. Your child will remember how you reacted, they won’t remember it spilled on your new dining room chairs. 


10. Promise without forgetting. When dealing with clients you should always underpromise and overdeliver. Remember when the family said they loved the kitchen in their new home and surprise them with an engraved knife as a closing present. A wonderful gift they’ll use and remember you every time. 


“Act Without Expectation.” ~ Lao Tzu. 


Be Love. Do Generosity. Have Prosperity. 


Act without Expectation. Give without Hesitation. 


Receive without Guilt. Prosper without Fear. 


Love without worry. 


Love… there’s enough for everyone. 


Take as much as you want 


Spread the Love, Share this message with those you Love. 


 
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    <pubDate>Thu, 14 Feb 2019 17:36:00 -0500</pubDate>
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        <title>OPEN HOUSES THIS SATURDAY AT THREE BEAUTIFUL COMMUNITIES BY EMC HOMES</title>
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EMC Homes invites you to attend Open Houses happening this weekend at three of our beautiful communities in Atlanta


 


McIntosh Place is a premier community located in Lawrenceville, the heart of Gwinnett County. You’ll be just a short drive from Sugarloaf Parkway and nearby shopping at Sugarloaf Mills and the Mall of Georgia. Families will love the excellent Gwinnett County schools, including the highly ranked Archer High School 


We invite you to visit this move-in ready home available now at McIntosh Place


1230 Grayson Oaks Drive5 bedrooms and 3 bathsWooded lot on a cul-de-sacHand-scraped hardwood flooring in foyer, kitchen, and breakfast areaGourmet kitchen with granite countertops and large island$269,900


Visit McIntosh Place during our Open House this Saturday, February 2nd The Sales Center is located at 1143 Ida Woods Lane in Lawrenceville. Click here for directions.


Anthony’s Creek is a beautiful community of new homes in Gwinnett County from the mid $250’s. This established community offers large homesites and a variety of home designs to fit your family’s lifestyle. Anthony’s Creek is located in the heart of Gwinnett County, with access to the best shopping, dining, and entertainment in nearby Snellville and Loganville. Families will love the top-rated Gwinnett County Schools 


We invite you to visit these homes available for purchase now at Anthony’s Creek


Each home is three-sides brick on a level lot and includes hardwood flooring, luxurious master suite with trey ceilings, double vanities, and separate tub and shower, and gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, huge island, tons of cabinetry, and recessed lighting – and much more


3979 Anthony Creek Drive5 bedrooms and 3 baths$264,900


4158 Anthony Creek Drive4 bedrooms and 3 baths$264,900


4049 Anthony Creek Drive4 bedrooms and 3 baths$266,900


Visit Anthony’s Creek during our Open House this Saturday, February 2nd and Sunday, February 3rd The Sales Center is located at 4190 Peace Rose Place in Loganville. Click here for directions. 


Crescent View offers amazing value in a great location. This beautiful community is located in sought-after Rockdale County and priced from the $100s to mid $200s. Homes at Crescent View are situated on wooded lots and built with superb craftsmanship. The community is located near I-20 and convenient to shopping, dining, and entertainment in Conyers, including the fantastic Georgia Horse Park. 


This move-in ready home is available now at Crescent View


1912 Crescent Moon Drive4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathsLarge wooded lot nearly 1 acre in size and full unfinished basementGourmet kitchen with L-shaped island and granite countertopsSpacious master suite with trey ceilings, walk-in closet, double vanities, and relaxing garden tub$249,900


Visit Crescent View during our Open House this Saturday, February 2nd The Sales Center is located at 1927 Crescent View Drive in Conyers. Click here for directions.


Plus, for a limited time, receive $5,000 in closing costs and $1,000 selling broker bonus with the purchase of these new homes*


For more information, contact New Home Specialist Pamela Senkowitz at 678-522-8886 or psenkowitz@psponline.com.


EMC Homes builds beautiful new homes in Atlanta. We help people achieve their dream of homeownership by offering well-constructed homes at affordable prices, designed with you in mind For more information on new communities by EMC Homes, visit us at EMCHomesGa.com.


*Valid on homes closed between 1/1/19 and 2/28/19. Please contact Peggy Slappey Properties onsite agent for full details.
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Join Peggy Slappey Properties and EMC Homes as we tour three amazing new home communities this Saturday and Sunday, June 16th and 17th, from 1pm to 4pm.


Saturday From 1pm-4pm


Tour Sugar Hill’s Barrington Estates, where Homesite 48, the Georgian Plan on a slab, is complete and waiting for the right buyer. This home has three bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, a spacious bonus room, and a great, open concept design. Listed at $244,900, the island kitchen overlooks the breakfast area and family room – great for entertaining. The master suite features a walk-in closet, double vanity, and tons of room to relax. The home also has a private back deck that backs up to George Pierce Park


Ideally located in Sugar Hill, Barrington Estates is just minutes from Lake Lanier and convenient to several Gwinnett County parks, as well as shopping, dining, and entertainment. Plus, the community has a great amenities package. Don’t forget to ask about current incentives, including $5,000 any way you want it* Call Jaime Thompson at 678-920-3552 for more information on the community, the Tour of Homes this Saturday, and Homesite 48.


Tour is Homesite 44 in Olde Hickory Village, located in Snellville. EMC’s Farnsworth Plan, this ranch on a basement has four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms, including a finished bedroom, full bath, and media room in the basement. Listed at $304,900, this beautiful new home has granite in the island kitchen, stainless steel appliances, and a spacious pantry.


The home is four sides brick, with a covered deck on the main level and a patio on the basement level. Olde Hickory Village is located conveniently near shopping and dining in Snellville, just a short drive to area attractions, hospitals, and parks. When you’re there, ask about the available $4,000 incentive any way you want it.* For more information, call Pamela Senkowitz at 678-522-8886.


Sunday From 1pm-4pm


Finally, check in at Homesite 77 in Creekside at Monarch Ridge, Gainesville’s hidden gem, on Sunday, June 17th.  Listed at just $279,900, it’s hard to find a better value. The Charleston Plan on a basement, this home has four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and an amazing open floor plan. The island kitchen includes a breakfast area that overlooks the living room, where the focal point is a beautiful, wood-burning fireplace. The home also has a great bonus room, perfect for a kids’ play room, a home office, or a home gym. The spacious master bedroom has a trey ceiling, walk-in closets, and separate vanities in the master bath.


Creekside at Monarch Ridge is a well-established community close to Lake Lanier but still convenient to downtown Gainesville, with its great restaurants, businesses, and shopping. Plus, EMC Homes is now offering a $4,000 incentive any way you want it For all the details on Homesite 77 and how to participate in Sunday's Tour of Homes, call Pamela Senkowitz at 678=522-8886 today.


We hope to see you this weekend, June 16th and 17th, from 1pm to 4pm as we tour these three amazing communities, where EMC Homes is opening doors for new homeowners


*Incentives are available only on the homesites listed and are subject to qualifying factors. All information contained herein is believed to be correct but is not guaranteed and is subject to change and/or revocation without notice. For complete details, please see on-site agents. 


Peggy Slappey Properties, Inc. is a Metro Atlanta real estate brokerage with 35 years of experience in real estate sales and marketing.  From new home construction to resales, we can help you find the home of your dreams.  To see our current listings, visit www.psponline.com and call us for expert advice at 770-271-5555.  Keep up to date with the latest PSP events and offers by checking in on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/peggyslappeyproperties and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/psponline.
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Just one week ago, Peggy Slappey Properties visited Mountain View High School in Lawrenceville to provide lunch to the teachers and staff on the final day of school.  We handed out a few prizes and celebrated the end of another successful school year with these amazing people who prepare our kids for so much of what the future might hold.


Everyone has a story or two about teachers who impacted their lives.  It was our privilege to pay it forward by bringing lunch and a few laughs to these teachers and administrators who work so hard each and every school day.  We hope the summer months bring rest and relaxation to them all.


We know there are several teachers and families looking to move into the Mountain View High School District, which is award-winning in both academics and extracurriculars.  A great place to raise a family, Peggy Slappey Properties has two great communities with new homes available NOW in this central Gwinnett location.


 


The Orchards at Sunny Hill – JSS Homes


JSS Homes invites buyers to tour The Orchards at Sunny Hill, where homes start in the mid $200’s, with several floorplans available.  These are up to 6-bedroom/4-bathroom homes with a bedroom on the main level.  Basement lots are available, and 3-car garages can be added. Homes feature popular design elements like granite, hardwood flooring, tilework, and custom trim.


The Orchards at Sunny Hill is literally within walking distance of Mountain View High School Not only does it boast this ideal location, but the community also has a swimming pool and access to the nearby lake.  Even better, shopping, dining, and entertainment in Lawrenceville are just a short drive away. 


JSS Homes is a well-respected Metro Atlanta home builder, and the company is excited to bring versatile, elegant floorplans to this excellent Lawrenceville location. Don’t miss your opportunity to visit this new community and hand-pick the home of your dreams.  Call the on-site sales agent, Chelsey Jordon, at 678-300-0705 today


Nichols Glen – Richardson Housing Group


Also located in the Mountain View HS District, Nichols Glen is just minutes from HWY 316, I-85, local hospitals, and the Mall of Georgia.  The community’s gentle topography and sidewalks are great for those who love an evening stroll, and the size of the neighborhood means it’s easy to get to know your neighbors and enjoy a true sense of community. 


In Nichols Glen, main-level living starts in just the $250’s. These hard-to-find ranch-style and master-on-the-main homes include beautiful standard features like hand-scraped hardwood floors, granite countertops, an oversized kitchen island, and tile flooring in the bathrooms. They are complete with stainless steel appliances and gorgeous trim in the entryway, dining room, and master bedroom.  Exteriors are 4-sides brick with great Craftsman style details for easy, maintenance-free care.


Richardson Housing Group is an award-winning Metro Atlanta home builder with over 40 years of experience in the residential building industry.  Richardson is excited to build in Nichols Glen, a beautiful community with opportunities like no other.  For more information on RHG, please visit www.rhghomes.com.


Don’t miss your chance to own one of these hard-to-find floor plans in such a convenient location For more information on Nichols Glen and homes available today, contact the onsite agents: Wayne Kelley at 770-33-5978 or Phil Nardone at 678-794-0431.


It was our privilege to celebrate the end of the 2016-17 school year with the teachers and staff at Mountain View High School.  We look forward to great relationships in this amazing community, and we wish you all a happy summer break


Peggy Slappey Properties, Inc. is a Metro Atlanta real estate brokerage with over 30 years of experience in real estate sales and marketing.  From new home construction to resales, we can help you find the home of your dreams.  To see our current listings, visit www.psponline.com and call us for expert advice at 770-271-5555.  Keep up to date with the latest PSP events and offers by checking in on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/peggyslappeyproperties and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/psponline.


 


 


 
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This coming Monday, May 29th, we will observe Memorial Day, when we gather with family and friends to remember soldiers who died while protecting our country.  The official federal holiday was originally called “Decoration Day,” a day of remembrance enacted immediately following the Civil War.  In 1968, Congress established Memorial Day as the last Monday in May, and now it is a three-day weekend that marks the unofficial start of the summer season. 


Parades celebrating armed service members take place every year on Memorial Day in Chicago, New York, and Washington, D.C.  For local parades and events on Memorial Day in and near Metro Atlanta, visit http://www.atlanta.net/events/seasonal/memorial-day/.  


Several local communities will host live music, craft fairs, and fireworks to celebrate and remember our troops. Two of our favorites a little closer to home are the Fireworks at Lanier Islands and the Stone Mountain Memorial Day Weekend Salute the Troops, a weekend-long celebration that includes a laser show.


Americans across the globe will stop at 3pm (local time) on Monday, May 29th to observe a national moment of silence in recognition of the ultimate sacrifice paid by our soldiers.  We at Peggy Slappey Properties will be joining them, and we encourage you to do the same.  We wish you all a safe and happy Memorial Day weekend 


Peggy Slappey Properties, Inc. is a Metro Atlanta real estate brokerage with over 30 years of experience in real estate sales and marketing.  From new home construction to resales, we can help you find the home of your dreams.  To see our current listings, visit www.psponline.com and call us for expert advice at 770-271-5555.  Keep up to date with the latest PSP events and offers by checking in on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/peggyslappeyproperties and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/psponline.


Source: http://www.history.com/topics/holidays/memorial-day-history


 
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For American families who have chosen to serve our country through military service, These loans are designed to save veterans money and allow them to buy their piece of the American Dream when they return home.  But not every veteran is eligible.  There are four qualifying groups:




     Active Duty Service Men and Women.  The qualifying person must serve at least 90 days in the military during a time when the country is at war.


     Active Duty During Peace.  The qualifying person must have served at least 181 days as full-time military personnel during a time when the country was at peace.


     National Guard or Reserves Service.  The qualifying person must have served at least six years in either the Reserves or the National Guard.


     Surviving Spouse.  The qualifying person must be a surviving spouse of a person that either perished while serving in the line of duty or died due to a disability related to their service.




VA loans may even allow veterans with less-than-perfect credit to qualify  If you are one of the brave Americans who has chosen military service, a VA loan could help you get into the home you’ve always wanted.  As we prepare for Memorial Day 2017, we’d like to do everything we can to help those who have volunteered to keep the rest of us safe at home.


For help determining your eligibility, you can contact Peggy Slappey Properties’ preferred lender, Sylvia Taylor at Fidelity Bank, at 770-649-4946.  You can also read more on VA Loans by visiting the US Department of Veterans Affairs HERE.


Peggy Slappey Properties, Inc. is a Metro Atlanta real estate brokerage with over 30 years of experience in real estate sales and marketing.  From new home construction to resales, we can help you find the home of your dreams.  To see our current listings, visit www.psponline.com and call us for expert advice at 770-271-5555.  Keep up to date with the latest PSP events and offers by checking in on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/peggyslappeyproperties and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/psponline.


Source: http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/getting-va-loan.aspx


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Home Site 159 in Castleberry Hills is Richardson Housing Group’s “Brooklyn” floor plan, complete with Craftsman style details, a large, covered back deck, and a full basement.  This home is packed with modern, high-end finishes, like 5-inch hand-scraped hardwood floors, site-finished hardwood stairs with wrought iron pickets, and stainless steel appliances in the kitchen.


This 4-bed, 2.5-bath home also has granite countertops in the kitchen and all bathrooms.  Heavy trim in the dining room and entryway gives way to 2-piece crown molding, recessed lighting, and pendant lights over the kitchen island. The over-sized master suite includes a sitting area and a custom tiled master shower.  Listed at just $299,950, Home Site 159 is a gem waiting for the right family to make it home. 


For the month of May, Richardson Housing Group and Peggy Slappey Properties are offering a 4 Selling Broker Bonus AND window blinds and a stainless steel refrigerator for the buyer on Home Site 159, located at 4190 Towncastle Lane in Buford. 


For your personal tour of this amazing featured home, contact the Castleberry Hills onsite agents, Wayne Kelley (770-330-5978) or Phil Nardone (678-794-0431) today, and don’t forget to ask about these great incentives


Click for Virtual Tour of property





About Castleberry Hills


Situated just around the corner from the Suwanee Town Center and minutes from the Mall of Georgia and Lake Lanier, Castleberry Hills is ideally located for anyone who likes shopping, dining, entertainment, and outdoor activities.  The local schools – Sugar Hill Elementary and Lanier Middle and High Schools – are top-rated and award-winning.  Homes in Castleberry Hills start in the high $200’s and feature hardwoods on the main level, granite in the kitchen and bathrooms, and beautiful covered back porches. 


About Richardson Housing Group:


RHG is an award-winning Metro Atlanta home builder with over 40 years of experience in the residential building industry.  Family owned and operated, RHG understands the importance of community and industry involvement.  They maintain strong ties to the Home Builders Association and participate in several philanthropic endeavors in the communities where they build.   Richardson is committed to building homes of distinction that create happy customers.  For more information on RHG, please visit www.rhghomes.com.


Peggy Slappey Properties, Inc. is a Metro Atlanta real estate brokerage with over 30 years of experience in real estate sales and marketing.  From new home construction to resales, we can help you find the home of your dreams.  To see our current listings, visit www.psponline.com and call us for expert advice at 770-271-5555.  Keep up to date with the latest PSP events and offers by checking in on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/peggyslappeyproperties and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/psponline.


 
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It’s almost here:  summer vacation, when kids get excited because school is out and parents fear the moment they run out of ideas to keep them entertained.  Luckily, we live in a beautiful state where there are plenty of area attractions, parks, hiking trails, and activities to keep the kids busy all summer long.


Downtown Atlanta


Venture downtown this summer to visit Zoo Atlanta, the Georgia Aquarium, The World of Coca-Cola, or The Children’s Museum of Atlanta, or Stone Mountain Park.  There are plenty of summer camp opportunities for kids who want a more in-depth experience, and you can check websites like Groupon to save money on admission with great discount codes.  For thrill seekers, don’t forget Six Flags Over Georgia, where you can beat the heat in the waterpark or let your hair down on a roller coaster.


North Georgia Mountains


Sometimes you need to escape the traffic, crowds, and noise of city life and experience the quiet of nature.  There are countless hiking trails, waterfalls, and state parks (some of which are pet-friendly, too) all within an hour or two of the city. You can even float on an innertube down the Chattahoochee  Check out Georgia’s official tourism page HERE for some fantastic day-tripping ideas.


Lake Lanier/Lake Hartwell


A day at the lake can make all your worries disappear – and it’ll keep the kids entertained all day, too Public access beaches and parks at both Lake Lanier and Lake Hartwell only require a small admission/parking fee, and you can pack a cooler for a picnic to have a truly economical, fun day at the lake.  If you enjoy the full waterpark experience, check out Lake Lanier Islands, where you can have a true stay-cation at the resort or purchase one-day passes.


Movie Theater Cheap Seats


Most local movie theaters run specials over the summer months (June and July) for families stuck at home on rainy days.  Check your closest theater for a schedule of discounted movies, usually run early in the day and rated G or PG for the littles.  Rates can be as low as $2 – a savings so incredible, you can have your popcorn and eat it, too


We hope these suggestions inspired you to take advantage of Metro Atlanta’s many area attractions. It’s a great place to work, live, and play Enjoy the summer months with your families, and create some lasting memories together.


Peggy Slappey Properties, Inc. is a Metro Atlanta real estate brokerage with over 30 years of experience in real estate sales and marketing.  From new home construction to resales, we can help you find the home of your dreams.  To see our current listings, visit www.psponline.com and call us for expert advice at 770-271-5555.  Keep up to date with the latest PSP events and offers by checking in on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/peggyslappeyproperties and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/psponline.


 


 
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