Desmond Meade’s Blog

• Mortgage rates are near a historic low. 
• Take advantage of the housing market before its to lateRates are near 5.5 % for a 30 year mortgage
• Contact me today for all of your housing needs
• dmeade@kw.com 
• 803-319-2703

                          Search Columbia Homes For Sale

Explore Brand new Homes From the $120’s.  New Homes Convenient to Fort Jackson, Shaw Air Force Base McEntire and The City of Columbia

Military Incentives:

Get $5000 in options and upgrades or off the price of the house.

 Traditional New Homes- Separate Formal Dining Area, Smooth Ceilings, Screened    in Back Porch, Double Car Garage, Storm Door and Much More
Search Columbia SC Homes for Sale
Contact me today for more details
Desmond MeadeRealtor  803-319-2703

dmeade@kw.com

Here are the latest of some of the Builders Incentives in the Columbia area :

• 5.5% or $7500 of the price of the Homes
• 42″ Flat Scree. TV ($1000 Best Buy Gift Card)
• iPhone 3G ($300 Apple Gift Card)
• iPod Nano ($150 Apple Gift Card)

For a limited Time

• Free Smooth Top Stove
• Free Side by Side Refrigerator
• Free Built-In Upgraded Dishwasher
• Free Built-In Microwave
• Free Washer and Dryer

Builder Pays All Closing Cost with Builder Approved Lender and Closing Attorney
Contact me today for more details  803-319-2703 or email dmeade@kw.com
Search Columbia Free MLS Homes for sale at www.dmeadehomesforsale.com

There are many factors to consider when selecting a home and neighborhood that are right foryou. Below are just a few of the many components that you should keep in mind, but you maythink of others that are important to you.Neighborhoods have characteristic personalities designed to best suit single people, growingfamilies, two-career couples, or retirees.Scout the Neighborhood!Whenever you are looking to purchase a house, it is important to scout the neighborhood inperson. Remember, you will be living in more than just your house. While in the area, but sureto:

•  Talk to people who live there. Drive through the entire area at different times of the day, both during the week and on

weekends.

•  Look carefully at how well other homes in the area are being maintained; are they

painted, are the yards well cared for; are parked cars in good condition, etc.?Neighborhood Factors to Consider

•  Look for things like access to major thoroughfares, highways, and shopping.

Listen for noise created by commerce, roads, railways, public areas, schools, etc. Smell the air for adjacent commerce or agriculture. Check with local civic, police, fire, and school officials to find information about thearea. Research things like soil and water. Look at traffic patterns around the area during different times of the day and drivefrom the area to your work. Find out if the neighborhood is near parks, churches, recreation centers, shoppingcenters, theaters, restaurants, public transportation, schools, etc. Find out if the neighborhood belongs to a homeowner’s association.Home Factors to Consider Look for things that you like about your current home; similarly, watch out forthings you don’t like about your current home. Watch for the exterior features you want—yard size, garage, pool, etc. Find out if the house has the number of bedrooms, bathrooms, and other rooms thatyou want, etc. Look for homes with adequate room for the size of your household, your pets, andall of your belongings

Now that we have a New President taking office, how do you think this election will affect the housing market. Lets here here from you.Desmond803-319-2703

If you are in the market for a New Home, take advantage of this Great Offer
$5000 off the purcahse price of selected new homes. You can Also used this money towards the Closing Cost.  Let your friends, family and Neighbors know. This offer expires on 31 December 2008.

Contact me for more details

Search here for homes on the market

Desmond Meade
Realtor
First Sergeant Retired
dmeade@kw.com
803-319-2703

This the first month of the What Sold in your Neighborhood Report.
If your neighborhood is not on this list, contact me for your Neighborhood Report.

                            Average List Price          Average Price Sold         How Many Sold

The Summit:               $146,738                   $145,688                      10

Lake Carolina:              $253,295                   $248,297                       8

Brookhaven:                $154,700                   $153,910                       4

Find out the Value of Your Home

Desmond Meade
Realtor
First Sergeant Retired
dmeade@kw.com
803-319-2703

Welcome to Desmond Meade’s Blog! This blog will provide you with valuable information, tips, and general insight into the real estate market in Columbia.