Start your new year off with a new Shumaker home in Columbia SC

Columbia SC new home builder Shumaker Homes is offering a sweet deal on one of their new homes to start off the new year. A $1000 Visa card at closing to buy a new TV (or whatever tickles your fancy) and 50% off options which can lead to a saving of up to $10,000. Check out the attached flyer for more details. What would you do with your $1000 and up to $10,000 savings on your new home?

Shumaker Homes is everywhere you want to be from NE Columbia, Blythewood, SE Columbia, West Columbia, Lexington and Irmo South Carolina. Check them out in the following neighborhoods: Ashbrook, Baneberry Place, Beach Forest Village,  Beasley Creek, Congaree Downs, Eagles Rest, Farrow Pointe, Jasmine Place, Longtown Place, Patriot Landing, Sage Creek, Stonemont, Wellesley, Westcott Ridge and Willow Tree.

Our team does not represent the builder but YOU the new home buyer, ensuring you get the best service and the BEST DEAL! We can assist you in the purchase of any home, new or existing, in the Columbia South Carolina real estate market.

Contact Adrian La Fosse, the Columbia New Home Buyer team leader, by calling (800) 620-1323 or email at sales@greatercolumbiahomes.com.

Did you know that you can buy Columbia SC new 4 bedroom homes priced from the $150’s and below?

A week doesn’t go by here in Columbia, SC without being asked, “What is a FROG?”

I am almost tempted to not to write this article. Hey, I am a salesperson. I want people to have a reason to call and consult me. My sly side wants to make up some hokey acronym. Okay, enough stalling. The answer is…

Finished Room Over Garage!

Check out this video for more

Here's a direct link to the video: http://youtu.be/LtRQHlWh6q0

In the Columbia market an extra living space over the garage is called a FROG. It is also an alternative to basements, which are very uncommon for our market. That is for another article to explain the reason.

FROGs are usually larger than a secondary bedroom, sometimes substantively. They can be 12’ x 14’, 14’ x 15’, 14’ x 18’ or larger. They sometimes have different “subsections” as well. They often do not have a closet but if they do, they can be considered a bedroom. Part of the ceiling line is actually the roof line. Usually the roof line starts about 4 or 5 feet above the floor. They can be in one and two story houses. They are part of the house and included in the square footage because they are heated and cooled.

If a house has a FROG, it will be listing in the house details. It is also known as a bonus room. Well now the mysterious FROG has been revealed!

Get the best deal and representation when buying a new home

The Columbia New Home Buyer team doesn’t represent the builder but the buyers of new homes ensuring they get the best deal and service.

To find out about current homes for sale, the latest builder incentives and more visit the most complete website online dedicated to everything about new homes in Columbia South Carolina.

You can contact team leader Adrian La Fosse with the Columbia New Home Buyer team with any of your new home questions. Adrian can be reached on his cell a 803-622-9731 or toll free at 800-620-1323.

The Fort Jackson Home Team wishes to thank all veterans for their service and sacrifice to our country. And let's not the forget the families that support them. To find out more about our team that serves those that serve us, visit the Fort Jackson SC Home Central or call us at (800) 620-1323.

Check out the discount and deals available to active duty military and veterans.

Applebee’s – free meal, Friday, Nov. 11: Last year, Applebee’s served 1,024,000 million free meals to military veterans and active service members. Applebee’s is again offering a free meal to military veterans and active-duty service members on Veteran’s Day, Friday, Nov. 11, 2011. There will be 7 entrées to choose from. Military ID or proof of service required. Find locations at http://applebees.com/.

Chili’s – free meal, Friday, Nov. 11. Chili’s is offering all military veterans past and present their choice of one of 6 meals. This offer is available during business hours on November 11, 2011 at participating Chili’s in the U.S. only. Dine-in from limited menu only; beverages and gratuity not included. Veterans and active duty military simply show proof of military service. Visit their website to find locations.

Golden Corral – Free meal, Monday Nov. 14: The 10th annual Golden Corral Military Appreciation dinner will be held on Monday, November 14, 2011 from 5 pm to 9 pm in all Golden Corral Restaurants nationwide. The free “thank you” dinner is available to any person who has ever served in the United States Military. If you are a veteran, retired, currently serving, in the National Guard or Reserves, you are invited to participate in Golden Corral’s Military Appreciation Monday dinner. For more information visit http://www.goldencorral.com/military/.

Special thanks to Golden Corral: To date, Golden Corral restaurants have provided over 2.5 million free meals and contributed over $4.3 million to the Disabled American Veterans organization.

Hooters – Free Meal, Friday, Nov. 11. Hooter’s is serving up a free meal to military veterans all day on Veterans Day. Offer good for all veterans and active duty military personnel. Choose one of the new specialty items on the Hooter’s menu. Offer valid at participating Hooters only; open to all active duty and military veterans with valid military ID or proof of military service. Drink purchase required. For more information, visit, www.HootersVeteransDay.com.

Krispy Kreme – Free doughnut. Available only at participating Krispy Kreme stores. Offer available to all active-duty, retirees & veterans on Friday November 11th. Be sure to call ahead to verify your local Krispy Kreme is participating.

McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants – free lunch or dinner, Sunday Nov 13, 2011: McCormick & Schmick’s is celebrating their 13th annual Veteran’s Appreciation Event on Sunday, November 13th. Veterans will be able to choose a complimentary lunch or dinner entrée. Veterans must provide proof of military service. Be sure to contact your local McCormick & Schmick’s as this is valid at participating restaurants only. Also, Space is limited and reservations are highly recommended. For more information visit: M&S Veterans Appreciation Event.

Outback Steakhouse – A week of Free Bloomin’ Onions and Cokes Monday Nov. 7 – Friday Nov. 11. Outback Steakhouse is honoring America’s military veterans by offering active duty military and veterans a free Bloomin’ Onion and a Coca-Cola product during the week leading up to Veteran’s Day. This offer is available to Military Personnel who have one of the following forms of identifications: U.S Uniform Services Identification Card, U.S Uniform Services Retired Identification Card, Current Leave and Earnings Statement (LES), DD form 214 Veterans Organization Card (i.e., American Legion and VFW), Photograph in Uniform, Wearing Uniform. For more information, visit, http://outback.com/companyinfo/veteransday.aspx.

The Outback understands commitment. For the past two years, The Outback, with the help of their patrons, has donated $2 Million to Operation Homefront, a non-profit organization providing everyday and emergency support for active troops, wounded warriors and their families.

Subway – Free Six Inch Sub. Select Subway locations offer a FREE six inch sub to military veterans on Veteran’s Day. However, Subway restaurants are franchises, so this offer may not be available everywhere. Please call ahead.

Texas Roadhouse – free meal, Friday, Nov. 11. Offer varies by location; our local Texas Roadhouse is offering a free meal from opening until 4pm. Other locations may vary in offer, hours, or availability. Call ahead to your local restaurant for more information.

T.G.I. Friday’s – Buy one get one free Nov 11-14. At participating locations for anyone with an old or current military ID. November 11-14.

Uno Chicago Grill, Friday, Nov. 11. Uno’s is offering a free entree or individual pizza with a purchase of an entree or pizza of equal or greater value. Offer good for all military  for veterans and active duty military. ID or proof of service required: Show up in uniform (if your service permits), provide military ID, show a picture of yourself in uniform, or have other ID showing proof of service. More info here.

Home Depot and Lowes Coupon Updates

Update: Home Depot and Lowes 10% Military Discount Available Everyday.

Home Depot: The Home Depot(R) is offering all active duty personnel, reservists, retired military, veterans and their families a 10 percent discount off their purchases in honor of Veteran’s Day. The offer is valid on purchases of up to $2,000 for a maximum of $200 and is available at The Home Depot stores, The Home Depot Design Center locations, Yardbirds and EXPO Design Center(R) locations. The 10% discount is available everyday for active duty and retirees, but not all veterans. Home Depot makes this offer available to all veterans on most military holidays. You can also find Home Depot discounts online.

Lowes: Lowe’s Companies, Inc. will offer all active, reserve, honorably discharged, retired military personnel and their immediate family members a 10 percent discount on in-store U.S. purchases made during the Veterans Day holiday. The discount is available Nov. 7 – Nov. 11. The discount is available on in-stock and special order purchases up to $5,000. To qualify, individuals must present a valid military ID or other proof of service. Excluded from the discount are sales via Lowes.com, previous sales, and purchases of services or gift cards. Like Home Depot, Lowes offers this discount daily to active duty military members, but not to veterans. However, they extend the offer to military veterans on military holidays. You can also find exclusive discounts at Lowe’s.com.

Free Park Admissions for Veterans Day

Here's to the Heroes

Anheuser-Busch Parks. Anheuser-Busch Parks offers Active Duty Service Members free admission for them and up to 3 dependents to any of their parks once a year. Throughout 2011, members of the military and as many as three direct dependents may enter SeaWorld, Busch Gardens or Sesame Place parks with a single-day complimentary admission. The Here’s to the Heroes program is only available to Any active duty, activated or drilling reservist, or National Guardsman. Eligible parks include: Adventure Island, Busch Gardens (Tampa Bay or Williamsburg), SeaWorld (Orlando, San Diego, or San Antonio), Sesame Place, and Water Country USA. Not valid at Discovery Cove and Aquatica. Christmas Town at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, Va. is not included as part of this program. For more information and to register, visit: Free admission summary, and ticket application.

Colonial Williamsburg Free Admission. Colonial Williamsburg offers free weekend-long admission tickets to active-duty military, reservists, retirees, veterans, and their immediate dependents from Friday, Nov. 11 through Sunday, Nov. 13th. The complimentary ticket incudes admission to Colonial Williamsburg exhibition sites, art museums, and most daytime programs, as well as free parking and use of the shuttle bus system. Tickets are only available at on-site ticket sales locations. Tickets are also available to families of deployed servicemembers. Tickets available on the following dates: Nov. 11-13.

Historic Jamestowne – Free Admission. The National Park Service commemorates Veterans Day with Fee Free days at Historic Jamestowne November 11-13. Free admission for everyone. See events calendar.

Knotts Berry Farm Military Tribute Days – Free Admission. Knott’s Berry Farm has an annual Military Tribute event in which they offer military members past and present by offering free park admission. This year the Military Tribute Days run from November 1 – 24 November (Thanksgiving Day).  Veterans or current serving military personnel plus one guest get in FREE with proper ID presented at Knott’s turnstile (DD214, Veterans Administration Hospital ID or Active Military Service ID). Purchase up to six additional tickets for just $17 each. More info.

Fee Free Day at National Parks. To honor America’s service men and women, Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar announced that areas managed by the National Park Service would not charge entrance fees for Veteran’s Day weekend – November 11-13, 2011. Over 100 national Parks will be participating in this event.

San Jacinto Monument and Museum (La Porte, TX). November 7-13: Free admission to the theatre, Observation Floor, and (on November 12-13) the special exhibit to all veterans and their families. More info.

Bed and Breakfast for Vets

In the third year of the program, B&Bs for Vets has organized over 485 (and counting) participating Bed and Breakfasts and Inns across the US and Canada which will be offering veterans a free night’s stay on November 10th, the night before Veterans Day. This offer is available to both active duty military members and veterans with ID, but space is limited. Each Inn and B&B has at least one room available for this promotion and reservations must be made directly through the participating Inns and B&Bs. For more information visit B&Bs for Vets.

Free Hugo® Canes for Veterans

 Sam’s Club® locations nationwide will distribute 36,000 Hugo® canes free of charge on November 9th, 10th, 11th, 2011 to U.S. military veterans in need of mobility assistance. Limited quantities available, while supplies last. Sam’s Club® Membership is not required, but proof of military service may be required. For more information, visit HugoSalutes.com.

Other Veteran’s Day Discounts

Here are some additional Veteran’s Day Discounts. In all cases, be sure to provide proper ID or proof of service. In addition, some of these stores are franchises, so verify participation before assuming the discount is in place.

• Free Car wash. Thousands of car washes around the country are offering vets a free car wash on Veterans Day. Find a list at Grace for Veterans, which helped veterans receive 101,537 FREE Washes on Veterans Day in 2010.
• Amazon.com – Discount “Veterans Day Honor” MP3 album download. This downloadable album includes 12 songs as performed by the military bands and ensembles of the U.S. Armed Forces. Visit Amazon on Veteran’s Day to download the album.
• Netflix – One Month Free Trial.
• Sport Clips – FREE haircut to active-duty military & veterans. Offer only available at select locations. Please call to verify local participation.
• Tim Hortons – all US locations are offering a free donut to all veterans (check out the Star Spangled donut!).

Peachtree Communities of Columbia SC offers FREE Smart House system, IPAD and 50% off options through August

You can take advantage of this deal by buying a new home in one of their new home neighborhoods of Kingston Ridge in SE Columbia, Longcreek in NE Columbia and Spring Knoll, Autumn Woods and Cobblestone Farms in Lexington.

All new homes built by Peachtree Communities include STANDARD: Brick front with Cementuous siding, Full Appliance Package with Refrigerator, Stove, Microwave, Washer/Dryer, 9 Foot Ceilings on the main floor with smooth ceilings, 2″ Blinds and Spacous Bedrooms with Vaulted or Trey ceilings. WOW! That's a LOT of standard "upgrades"!

Buy your new Columbia SC home with Columbia’s best representation

Our team does not represent the builder but YOU the new home buyer, ensuring you get the best service and the BEST DEAL! We can assist you in the purchase of any home, new or existing, in the Columbia South Carolina real estate market.

Contact Adrian La Fosse, the Columbia SC New Home Buyer team leader, by calling (800) 620-1323.

Did you know that you can buy Columbia SC new 4 bedroom homes priced from the $150’s and below?

Columbia SC New Home Builders and Preferred Lenders

Here's a video by Columbia New Home Buyer Team leader Adrian La Fosse explaining how home builders and preferred lenders work. Be sure to check out their YouTube channel for video home tours and answers to more common questions that you need to know about buying a new home in Columbia SC.

Our team does not represent the builder but YOU the new home buyer, ensuring you get the best service and the BEST DEAL! We can assist you in the purchase of any home, new or existing, in the Columbia South Carolina real estate market.

Contact Adrian La Fosse, the Columbia New Home Buyer team leader, by calling (800) 620-1323 or filling out the form below.

Dateline: Columbia SC Real Estate

How long should you consult with a Real Estate agent before going to view homes? How to avoid pitfalls in buying your new home. Watch this video to get the skinny for the month of April 2011.

Here’s a direct link to this video: youtube.com/watch?v=Zy8d1wfpYUQ&feature=channel_video_title

Did you know that you can buy Columbia SC new 4 bedroom homes priced from the $150’s and below?

Peachtree Communities - New home communities in Columbia, Lexington, Fort Jackson and Blythewood SC

For just the first 5 contracts in each of its 6 new home neighborhoods, new home builder Peachtree Communities is offering 50 percent off select options. This makes an awesome deal on a new home even more awesomer! Is that a word? Well it is now!

All new homes built by Peachtree Communities include STANDARD: Brick front with Cementuous siding, Full Appliance Package with Refrigerator, Stove, Microwave, Washer/Dryer, 9 Foot Ceilings on the main floor with smooth ceilings, 2" Blinds and Spacous Bedrooms with Vaulted or Trey ceilings.

Buy your new Columbia SC home with Columbia’s best representation

Our team does not represent the builder but YOU the new home buyer, ensuring you get the best service and the BEST DEAL! We can assist you in the purchase of any home, new or existing, in the Columbia South Carolina real estate market.

Contact Adrian La Fosse, the Columbia SC New Home Buyer team leader, by calling (800) 620-1323.

The community of Lake Carolina SC is known for many things, including its massive yard sales held each spring and fall. The spring addition is Saturday April 9th starting at 7 a.m. You can go by the Lake Carolina welcome center next to the water fountain for an address list of participating homes.

If you are a Lake Carolina resident and want to be on that list, please email events@lakecarolina.com with your name, address and an abbreviated list of what you'll be selling by April 1st.

While you are out looking for that great find, you'll also drive by some great homes for sale too. Ready to go look inside or need more information? Contact the Columbia SC Home Buyer Team at 803-622-9731 or 800-620-1323. Mabye we'll see you out there next Saturday!

Chandler Hall in SE Columbia SC - New Homes by Holiday Builders

New home builder Holiday Builders announces that is has 6 new homes ready now or the next 30 days in the neighborhood of Chandler Hall. The neighborhood is located just 1.8 from Fort Jackson making it ideal for military families. Also close to the VA Hospital, downtown Columbia, the University of South Carolina and only 28 minutes to Shaw AFB.

We don’t represent the builder but you the new home buyer. Tell us what you are looking for in a new home by filling out the form below on by calling me, Adrian La Fosse, the Columbia New Home Buyer Team leader at 800-620-1323.

Did you know that you can buy Columbia SC new 4 bedroom homes priced from the $150’s and below?

Dateline: Columbia SC Real Estate

How many buyers really search for homes on the internet? Selling your home in the Winter and how to take advantange of internet buyers. Watch this video to get the skinny for the month of February 2011.

Here's a direct link to this video: youtube.com/watch?v=CHmWkFE7e2o

Did you know that you can buy Columbia SC new 4 bedroom homes priced from the $150’s and below?

Build Wealth by Buying a Columbia SC New Home, Yahoo Said SO

I just read an article on Yahoo Finance about 9 steps for building wealth in 2011. Here's what it said about real estate:

Want to build wealth in 2011? Buy a home, Phipps says. Mortgage rates are low, selection is great, prices are about one-third lower than five years ago, "and, by the way, you can live in the investment," he says.

Homeownership remains a long-term vehicle to financial independence and wealth, Phipps says.

Tip for success: Even though it sounds "pretty elementary," it's especially vital to "use common sense when buying and selling," Phipps says. "Price at the market to sell. Buy what you need and can afford."

Here's the full article: finance.yahoo.com/retirement/article/112185/9-ways-to-build-wealth-in-2011?mod=retire-planning

Hey, if Yahoo says so...

I'll tell you what... THIS IS THE BIGGEST REAL ESTATE SALE in the HISTORY of AMERICA. Interest rates are SO LOW. If you ride the fence waiting to see if prices will go up or down, you just might out think yourself as interest rates go up. Give the Columbia New Home Buyer Team a call and talk to team leader Adrian La Fosse about purchasing that dream home. He can be reached at 800-620-1323.

You can also visit their Columbia SC new homes website.

Columbia SC New Home Warranties

I find that many people considering buying a new home don't realize that new homes come with some pretty extensive warranties. You'll be covered for years to come. To find out more, take a look at this video.

Here's a direct link to this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o10W_7jp0PI

Did you know that you can buy Columbia SC new 4 bedroom homes priced from the $150’s and below?

Columbia South Carolina new home builder Great Southern Homes has inventory homes at great prices. Check the list here. Oh, the Columbia New Home Buyer Team doesn't represent builders, but the buyers of new homes. This ensures you get the best deal and service. You can reach us at 800-620-1323 or fill out the form below the inventory list.

Did you know that you can buy Columbia SC new 4 bedroom homes priced from the $150’s and below?

Columbia SC new 4 bedrooms at Incredibly Affordable prices! Less than your rent?

The Columbia SC New Home Buyer Team has created a new service for home buyers looking for great new 4 bedrooms priced from the $150′s and BELOW. This video was produced for the week of January 10th, 2011. For updated videos and this exclusive list of new 4 bedroom homes,

sign up at www.ColumbiaNewHomeReports.com.

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Many of these new homes are loaded with upgrades including Granite counter tops, Hardwood floors, Tankless water heaters, Sprinkler systems and MORE. Don’t forget all the home warranties, piece of mind and pride you get too by buying your own new family home.

To receive an EXCLUSIVE free weekly list of these homes every week, just sign up below, at www.ColumbiaNewHomeReports.com or

call the FREE 24 Hour New Home Hotline at (800) 620-1323 x101.

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Fort Jackson SC - Search by map to find OVER 3000 homes for sale near Ft Jackson

Are you pcs'ing to Jackson? Are you going to take advantage to your VA loan and BAH? Don't know the area and just trying to find homes for sale near Fort Jackson?

You've come to the right place! Click on this map to start your home search

http://fortjacksonhomecentral.com/category/search-by-location/greater-columbia/?submit=view

Need some help finding your family's new home? Just ask for help from the Fort Jackson Home Team! Fill out the form below.