Fresh and New!

Spring always issues forth the Fresh and New!


295 Woodland Brook, Madison, Mississippi (Fresh New Price!)
3 bedrooms/2 baths
For more information, contact Su Morris 601-942-8235.






541 Florence Drive, Madison, Mississippi (Brand New Listing)
4 bedrooms/3 baths
For more information, contact Rosemary Stovall 601.955.1522

Spring Brings New Listings!

Four brand new listings have just sprung up! Some lucky buyers should snap 'em up!

250 Honours Drive in Reunion, Madison, MS
4 bdr/4 ba
Listed by Rosemary Stovall 601.955.1522



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103 Highbury Cove in Cedar Green, Canton, MS
3 bdr/2 ba
Listed by Rosemary Stovall 601.955.1522




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110 Hartfield Court in Hartfield, Madison, MS
4 bdr/3 baths
Listed by Kathy Bryan 601.540.8899



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624 Berridge Drive in Wendover, Ridgeland, MS
5 bdr/4.5 baths
Listed by Jo Ann Dossett (601) 613-2481

Prudential National Award Winners!

Prudential Gateway Real Estate is proud to announce our agents who have won national awards this year!


The Prudential Leading Edge Society Award is given to the top 7% of the company's 54,000+ agents nationwide. We're proud to congratulate our owner/broker Rosemary Stovall and Team Walker: Rashida and Felix Walker!


The Prudential Honor Society represents the top 11% of all company sales professionals. Inducted this year were Glo Baker, Jo Ann Dossett and Vicki Walker.

Brand New Listings!

New to the market!!


236071
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131 BRISTOL DR., MADISON, MS - $439,900



This gorgeous one-owner home in Reunion of Madison has so much to offer! Wonderful 4 bedroom/3 bath floor plan features a formal dining room and a large family room with fireplace, beautiful wood floors, large windows and door leading to the screened porch. Walk through a brick archway to the kitchen and keeping room to find a wood burning fireplace, granite countertops, loads of storage and workspace. Elegant master suite is done in neutral colors. Great tiling in master bath, his/her vanities and super use of space! Beautiful landscaping throughout this very private lot complete with a wrought iron fenced back yard. Split bedroom plan; 3 car garage. Owners have been transferred and hate to leave this great home!

MLS 236290
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7 EASTBROOKE I CIR, MADISON, MS - $875,000




This home is full of character and special detail work. 4 bedrooms 4.5 baths, family room with vaulted ceilings with pine beams and gorgeous 20'stone fireplace. "Safe room", office, media room, Gourmet kitchen with antique brick floors, 3 car garage, Situated on 1.6 acres in the gated subdivision of Eastbrooke in the heart of Madison this beautifully landscaped back yard has a jacuzzi overflowing into a beautiful 19'X38' swimming pool, brick fireplace, outdoor cooking area. The list goes on and on.

MLS 236004
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311 PINEHURST CIR, RIDGELAND, MS - $1,400,000



This combination of space and beauty in the Wrenfield subdivision of Ridgeland has it all! Custom-built, one-owner home with top-of-the-line everything and exquisite detailing! Breathtaking from the grand setting on a hill, through the glorious entryway and into the formal rooms. Even the more casual areas are "plussed" in every way. The Viking kitchen is warm and bright and perfectly designed for entertaining. Awesome master suite is like resort living everyday! The back of the home is just as beautiful with it's double porches, inviting patio, and large, fenced yard. Need a mother-in-law plan? This would work perfectly! Approximately 8436 square feet heated and cooled. So much for the money! 

Rosemary Stovall rosemary.stovall@gmail.com Prudential Gateway Real Estate T: 601-853-0414 F: 601-853-8787 C: 601-955-1522 W

Featured Listing: Trade Opportunity

Price Reduction: from $985,000 to $939,000.

Owners will consider a trade for something smaller in the Madison-Ridgeland area.

131 Bridgewater Crossing in Ridgeland is a gorgeous custom-built, one-owner home conveniently located in Bridgewater subdivision. Large, beautiful, wooded lot perfectly designed for entertaining featuring an outdoor living area, fireplace and winding brick walkways. Inside is breathtaking with it’s dramatic foyer and gourmet kitchen! Separate guest area could be a playroom, office or true mother-in-law suite. 4 or 5 bedrooms/5.5 baths.

Take a Virtual Tour!

For more information, give me a call!
Rosemary Stovall, Owner/Broker
Prudential Gateway Real Estate
601.955.1522

2 Sellers Will Trade

Two of my sellers will happily consider a trade!

MLS #228353
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101 RIDGE ST, MADISON, MS - $599,500 (Reduced by $69,500!)



Owners are willing to trade for property in Bridgewater, Reunion or Silas Meadow in Dinsmor!

LOST RABBIT of Madison. This beautiful custom-built home features a great floor plan with covered porches on 2 levels plus a separate screened porch! Awesome streamlined kitchen with custom cabinets, top-of-the-line appliances, SubZero fridge with cabinet panels. Each bedroom boasts walk-in closets. Large bedroom and bath over garage is perfect for guests or a mother-in-law suite. Fenced backyard. 5 bdr/4.5
baths.

MLS #211629
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575 JOHNSTONE DR, MADISON, MS - $1,195,000



 Owners are willing to trade for a large home in Northeast Jackson in proximity to First Pres or Jackson Prep.

JOHNSTONE of Madison. Gorgeous, one-of-a-kind, custom home! Situated on the large lake, this 5 bedroom, 5.5 bath home has it all. Wonderful floor plan designed with 2 bedrooms down and 2 bedrooms up and a large bonus room over the garage that could be an additional bedroom with bath. Grand kitchen is sure to please any cook plus an outdoor kitchen and fireplace on the screened porch makes this home perfect for entertaining year round! 4+ acre lot.

Contact me for information or to discuss options!

Rosemary Stovall, Owner/Broker
Prudential Gateway Real Estate
601.955.1522

5 Factors That Decide Your Credit Score

Credit scores range between 200 and 800, with scores above 620 considered desirable for obtaining a mortgage. The following factors affect your score:

1. Your payment history. Did you pay your credit card obligations on time? If they were late, then how late? Bankruptcy filing, liens, and collection activity also impact your history.

2. How much you owe.  If you owe a great deal of money on numerous accounts, it can indicate that you are overextended. However, it’s a good thing if you have a good proportion of balances to total credit limits.

3. The length of your credit history. In general, the longer you have had accounts opened, the better. The average consumer's oldest obligation is 14 years old, indicating that he or she has been managing credit for some time, according to Fair Isaac Corp., and only one in 20 consumers have credit histories shorter than 2 years.

4. How much new credit you have. New credit, either installment payments or new credit cards, are considered more risky, even if you pay them promptly.

5. The types of credit you use. Generally, it’s desirable to have more than one type of credit — installment loans, credit cards, and a mortgage, for example.

For more on evaluating and understanding your credit score, visit www.myfico.com.

5 Things to do Before Putting Your Home on the Market

1. Have a pre-sale home inspection. Be proactive by arranging for a pre-sale home inspection. An inspector will be able to give you a good indication of the trouble areas that will stand out to potential buyers, and you’ll be able to make repairs before open houses begin.

2. Organize and clean. Pare down clutter and pack up your least-used items, such as large blenders and other kitchen tools, out-of-season clothes, toys, and exercise equipment. Store items off-site or in boxes neatly arranged in the garage or basement. Clean the windows, carpets, walls, lighting fixtures, and baseboards to make the house shine.

3. Get replacement estimates. Do you have big-ticket items that are worn our or will need to be replaced soon, such your roof or carpeting? Get estimates on how much it would cost to replace them, even if you don’t plan to do it yourself. The figures will help buyers determine if they can afford the home, and will be handy when negotiations begin. 

4. Find your warranties. Gather up the warranties, guarantees, and user manuals for the furnace, washer and dryer, dishwasher, and any other items that will remain with the house.

5. Spruce up the curb appeal. Pretend you’re a buyer and stand outside of your home. As you approach the front door, what is your impression of the property? Do the lawn and bushes look neatly manicured? Is the address clearly visible? Are pretty flowers or plants framing the entrance? Is the walkway free from cracks and impediments?

Featured Property: Huge Price Reduction and/or Trade

101 Ridge Street in Lost Rabbit of Madison

HUGE price reduction to $599,500 (that's $69,500 lower)! And another thing to consider is: the owners are willing to trade for property in Bridgewater, Reunion or Silas Meadow in Dinsmor!

This beautiful custom-built home features a great floor plan with covered porches on 2 levels plus a separate screened porch! Awesome streamlined kitchen with custom cabinets, top-of-the-line appliances, SubZero fridge with cabinet panels. Each bedroom boasts walk-in closets. Large bedroom and bath over garage is perfect for guests or a mother-in-law suite. Fenced backyard. 5 bdr/4.5 baths.

Click here for more pictures and details about this property.

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View the Virtual Tour below!

Give me a call to answer any questions you may have about this great home! I'd love to arrange a personal tour for you.

Rosemary Stovall, Owner/Broker
Prudential Gateway Real Estate
601.955.1522

5 Property Tax Questions You Need to Ask

There are some great deals to be had out there right now but as always, we all need to be informed consumers. Before you sign on the dotted line, make sure you know the answers to these property tax questions.

1. What is the assessed value of the property? Note that assessed value is generally less than market value. Ask to see a recent copy of the seller’s tax bill to help you determine this information.

2. How often are properties reassessed, and when was the last reassessment done? In general, taxes jump most significantly when a property is reassessed.

3. Will the sale of the property trigger a tax increase? The assessed value of the property may increase based on the amount you pay for the property. And in some areas, such as California, taxes may be frozen until resale.

4. Is the amount of taxes paid comparable to other properties in the area? If not, it might be possible to appeal the tax assessment and lower the rate.

5. Does the current tax bill reflect any special exemptions that I might not qualify for? For example, many tax districts offer reductions to those 65 or over.

There is much to think about in real estate and I'd love to help guide you through the process! Give me a call.

Rosemary Stovall

Prudential Gateway Real Estate

601-955-1522

Summer Selling!

MLS 231212 Click Here for Details 131 BRIDGEWATER CROSSING, RIDGELAND, MS - $985,000 BRIDGEWATER of Ridgeland. Gorgeous custom-built, one-owner home. Large, beautiful, wooded lot perfectly designed for entertaining featuring an outdoor living area, fireplace and winding brick walkways. Inside is breathtaking with it’s dramatic foyer and gourmet kitchen! Separate guest area could be a playroom, office or true mother-in-law suite. 4 or 5 bedrooms/5.5 baths.

MLS 231149 Click Here forDetails 117 CEDAR WOODS CV, MADISON, MS - $1,499,000 REUNION of Madison. Stunning home both inside and out on the water! 5 bdr/5 ba/2 half ba with gorgeous views and a multitude of amazing features throughout. Media room, wine cellar, storm shelter, boathouse and more! Exquisitely detailed and elegant appointments at every turn. Must see to truly appreciate!

MLS 230770 Click Here for Details 110 IVY BROOK DR, MADISON, MS - $499,900 REUNION in Madison. 3 is the magic number for this 3 bdr/3ba home located on fairway #3 on the Reunion Golf Course! Large screened porch, 3 level deck, beautifully landscaped backyard, wrought iron fencing. Formal living/dining rooms, gourmet kitchen with large keeping/breakfast area, office with plenty built ins. Large master suite downstairs and 2 guest rooms up.

MLS 230700 Click Here for Details 132 KNIGHTSBRIDGE DR, MADISON, MS - $429,000 KIGHTSBRIDGE in Madison. One-owner, French Acadian style home in gated community, large cul-de-sac lot, fenced backyard, covered porch and patio, separate seating area with firepit. Master suite and 3 guest bedrooms on lower level. Upstairs 5th bedroom would also make a great bonus room for crafts, play or a private office! All the elegant elements you’d expect 5 bdr/4 bath

MLS 230095 Click Here for Details 107 LANGDON BEND, MADISON, MS - $1,195,000 REUNION of Madison. This custom built, one-owner home goes above and beyond what you’d imagine! Beauty, top-of-the-line features, craft room, storm shelter, utility rooms both up and downstairs, workshop and 4 fireplaces! Exterior is just as impressive with a beautifully landscaped pool area, outdoor kitchen, several flagstone patios, fire pit, and carriage porch. 5 bdr/5 full ba/2 half ba on a 1 acre lot.

MLS 229311 Click Here for Details 25 ST. ANDREWS DR, JACKSON, MS - $879,000 NORTHPOINTE ESTATES in Jackson. Situated on a beautifully landscaped, wooded lot, this one-owner home has 3 separate courtyards, gazebo, deck, beautiful in-ground pool. Wine cellar, formal living & dining plus family & sunroom. Mother-in-law suite could also serve as office. Wonderful upstairs playroom and large sewing room has numerous possibilities thanks to its size and natural light. 3 car garage, 4 or 5 bdr/4.5 ba.

MLS 230883 Click Here for Details 105 THORNBERRY CV, MADISON, MS - $995,000 WILDWOOD in Madison. Gorgeous home on corner lot. Approx 6600 sq. ft. heated and cooled. In-ground pool with 8’ brick wall from privacy, outdoor fireplace, sitting area, screened porch. Inside there’s 10 & 11’ ceilings, sunroom, tornado “safe room,” heart pine floors, cypress ceilings, top-of-the-line Viking kitchen granite counters and MORE! 4 bdr/4.5 ba/4 car garage.

Rosemary Stovall rosemary.stovall@gmail.com Prudential Gateway Real Estate A: 7708 Old Canton Road , Madison MS 39110 T:             601-853-0414       F: 601-853-8787 C:             601-955-1522       W: http://www.prudentialgateway.com

Location, Location, Location!

by Rosemary Stovall, Owner/Broker

There's no arguing this old adage is very true but sometimes it's hard to find a great home in a great location. The neighborhood of Dinsmor is ideal with many great homes and I'm fortunate to have this one listed: 333 Indian Gate. The convenience of shopping near-by and quick access to I-55 paired with this great home means you’re all set for “happily ever after”! Grand vaulted ceilings, eat-in kitchen, formal dining and large master suite downstairs. 3 bedroom, 2 baths and and office/bonus area upstairs. Relax outdoors on the screened porch overlooking a large, private backyard. 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths.

Take a virtual tour and then give me a call (601.955.1522) for your personal tour!

Buyer's Market: Deal of the Year!

It's nobody's secret that it's currently a buyer's market in real estate but before you jump in to snatch up a great deal, you need to do your research. A CMA (Comparative Market Analysis) is usually prepared by a REALTOR when helping sellers decide on a price for their property. Simply put, it's a report that lists recently sold properties that are similar to theirs in the same neighborhood. This ensures your home is not grossly over- or under-priced right from the get-go.

However, buyers need to know this information as well and that's when an informed REALTOR is indispensable! That being said, I have a listing that is easily the best buy in Reunion: 212 Ivy Brook Court. One can rarely use the words "elegance" and "value" in the same sentence yet here is the perfect opportunity! In my humble opinion, the buyer who gets this one will be getting the Deal of the Year!



Open House: Sunday 03/06/2011 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

Rosemary Stovall is owner/broker of Prudential Gateway Real Estate.

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CrumbTracks iPhone App

While Prudential Gateway Real Estate provides pictures, video, and text descriptions for all of their listings, not all real estate companies do. And if you're on the hunt for the perfect home, you may find details you want to remember that others may overlook. Here's a way to keep it all organized... CrumbTracks iPhone app.

Take Your Own Photos/Videos
Agents take general shots of each room but what about specific details that appeal to you? Elegant mouldings? Gorgeous light fixtures? High-tech sprinkler system control panel? Create a file for each property and store details such as address, asking price, number of bedrooms/bathrooms, garage spaces, etc. Within each file, there are sections to store photos, video and make notes.

Handy Map Feature
Use the Map button to give you directions from your current location to the property and see nearby parks, schools, etc.

Design Gallery
You haven't found the perfect home yet BUT you may have discovered decorating ideas that appeal to you. Snap a picture and store it in your design gallery for later reference.

Keep a Cool Head with the Mortgage Calculator
There's nothing like falling in love with a house only to find out later that the monthly payments are not what you budgeted. With the handy mortgage calculator, you can quickly estimate monthly payments on the spot and save yourself some heartbreak or give you power to make a fair offer!

Prudential Gateway: First to Offer QR Code Technology in Metro Jackson

Rosemary Stovall, owner/broker of Prudential Gateway Real Estate, has been on top of technology in the Real Estate industry from the beginning! "I remember when MLS was first going online and it scared everyone to death! Some resisted but I knew it would only get bigger so I called Helen Pinkerton at Computertots (now known as Computer Explorers) who sent teachers to get us up to speed!"

And true-to-form, Rosemary's company is the first in the area to implement the use of QR Codes (Quick Response Codes) in the real estate industry. (Louis Gubitosi does a great job of explaining QR Codes in this article.)

Give it a try!

 

The most obvious use of QR Codes in real estate will be adding them to the yard signs. An interested buyer can scan the code and immediately receive property details and a direct link to an virtual tour! This is much more information than can fit on a paper flyer and it's "green". Many REALTORS avoid brochure boxes today because they just aren't cost effective. In theory, the idea is good but printed material is expensive, limited and this particular use offers virtually no return on your investment. QR Codes on signs will be like brochures on steroids without generating paper waste!

And true-to-form again, Prudential Gateway won't stop with typical uses! The agents have numerous plans for these little gems for 2011! "QR Codes are all about relaying more information... more conveniently," says Rosemary.