There is so much newspaper and magazine print as well as television talk about Buyer's Markets and Seller's Markets but most Realtors don't take the time to educate the public on how the definitions are determined.  The fundamental measure of market conditions is an absorption rate.  To define for the consumer an absorption rate, think of a method to use a mathematical equation to represent the relationship between supply and demand of property.  The total available number of homes is divided by the number of homes sold in a certain period of time. My preference in reviewing absorption rates is on an  annual basis.  Therefore divide the number of homes sold in the last year in an area by 12 to calculate the number of homes sold in a month.  Then take that particular area's current listi... 08/30/2008

Kindsouth Construction and Chapman Realty are pleased to announce the sale of another home in Majestic Oaks by The Chapman Realty Builder Team.  Kingsouth Construction represents the third generation of the Dostie Family building companies. Founded in 2004 by Christopher C. Dostie, the company strives for excellence and value in each and every home it skillfully builds. Christopher Dostie is the founder and president of Kingsouth Construction. Most recently, Kingsouth built a successful 49-unit suburban office park on Jacksonville's Southside. A graduate of The Bolles School in Jacksonville and Auburn University, Christopher Dostie is the sixth Dostie family member to build a successful construction company. His grandfather, his father, his uncles and his brother are all successful buil... 08/30/2008

165 Gallery Way, Brunswick Georgia..... Chapman Realty and Overholt Homes are pleased to announce another home SOLD by the Chapman Realty Builder Team.  Located on the 5th Fairway of the Coastal Pines Golf couse, these uniquely designed homes are crafted by Overholt Homes,LLC (building since 1969). Standard features include hardiboard siding copper seamed roof on front porches and bay windows, brick accents including brick pavers on porches and in driveways and sidewalks, white picket fences in front yards, fully landscaped lawn with sprinkler system, fireplace, hardwood and ceramic tile floor, owner's retreat with jetted tub with ceramic tile surround, ceramic walk-in showers, marble vanities, island kitchen with beautifuly crafted custom cabinets with granite or solid surface counters... 08/30/2008

Senator Saxby Chambliss will be in town on Friday August 29, 2008 for a meet and greet at Mudcat Charlie's in Brunswick, GA.  Senator Chambliss is up for re-election this November.  Come join the Senator for this wonderful event on Friday. Glynn County Meet and Greet with Senator Saxby Chambliss   Friday, August 29th, 2008 4:30 - 5:30PM   Mudcat Charlie's Darien Highway Brunswick GA 31525 (912) 261-0055   This is an informal meet and greet.  There is no charge for this event and it is open to the public. We hope you will join us! 08/28/2008

Another Home SOLD by the Chapman Realty Builder Team....290 Long Way, Brunswick, Georgia. This new home offers interior appointments including open kitchen with breakfast bar, ceramic tile, volume ceilings and owner's retreat with two walk-in closets, garden tub and separate walk in ceramic shower with tile glass surround. Exterior appointments include hard coat stucco exterior, oversized covered lanai, pavered driveway, and fully sodded and landscaped lawn with irrigation system. This home is brought to you by Kingsouth Construction, the third generation of the Dostie Family building companies. For more information, call Chapman Realty at 1-877-221-0088 or email Chapman Realty at chapmanrealty@yahoo.com.  Brunswick Georgia Real Estate Information Homes Brunswick Georgia New Homes Bruns... 08/26/2008

The Chapman Realty Builder Team is pleased to announce this new home constructed by Overholt Homes, LLC in Somersby Pointe is SOLD   Somersby Pointe offers landscaped entrance, swimming pool, playground, sidewalks, curb, gutter, custom street signs, streetlights and mailboxes. This 4 bedroom 2 bath home offers 12' ceilings and hardwood flooring in daylight living areas as well as crown moldings, over-sized kitchen with Shirestone counters and over-sized keeping room,  formal dining room with coffer ceiling, chair rail and picture molding, screened in rear porch, owner's retreat with jetted garden tub, separate walk-in ceramic shower with glass doors, dual vanities and his and her walk in closets in master bath, hardwood and ceramic tile flooring, two car garage and split bedroom floor p... 08/25/2008

26 Bradford's Crossing, Brunswick, GA - Another Home Sold by the Chapman Realty Builder Team send this to a friend LAKEFRONT! print this page 3BR/2BA Single Family House   offered at $214,500 Year Built 2007 Sq Footage 1,770 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size Unspecified HOA/Maint $12 per month DESCRIPTION New home on the lake at Hunters Pointe Subdivision..Come see the many upgrades such as hardwood flooring in great room and dining room, ceramic tile in kitchen and dining area, trayed ceilings and lots of crown molding. Outside entrance to 8x10 storage room. Remote control retractable screens on covered back porch overlooking the lake. Vacant and easy to show..Agent on duty in S/D from noon to 6:00 pm..   Photo 1 click on thumbnail to enlarg... 08/25/2008

The Brunswick News Real Estate Section's feature story on The Gallery by Overholt Homes tells about this unique community in Brunswick and the Golden Isles of Georgia along with giving information about builder Overholt Homes.  This community is located on the 5th fairway of the Coastal Pines Golf Course and each home includes a 5 year membership to the Coastal Pines Golf Course.  Coastal Pines Golf Course Home by Overholt Homes located in The Gallery. Golden Isles Blog Brunswick and the Golden Isles of Georgia Real Estate Information 08/22/2008

Cumberland Island is an amazing National Sea Shore managed by the National Park Service.  An island larger than the size of Manhattan Island allowing a maximum of 300 visitors per day keeps it beautifully pristine.  There was so much to do on Cumberland Island is just a day trip that I couldn't cover everything in the one post, so see my Cumberland Island, Georgia Part I - about Cumberland feral horses.  Below is a photo taken from the ferry as we traveled to Cumberland from Saint Mary's, Georgia.  The view as you are arriving to the island from the ferry are beautiful.  Upon arrival, you are greeted by park rangers who give you the option of self guided tours or a guided tour.  My husband and I elected to take the guided tour to hear about the island's history which is documented back ... 08/22/2008

Another home SOLD by the Chapman Realty Builder Team in Brunswick and the Golden Isles of Georgia.  Conrad Unnerstall of the Chapman Realty Builder Team represented the buyer of this new home in The Lakes Subdivision located off Highway 82 near Exit 29 and I-95.  This lakefront home was constructed by Ross Homes.        Golden Isles Blog Brunswick and the Golden Isles of Georgia Real Estate Information 08/21/2008

The Plantation at Golden Isles is an new community offering protective covenants, streetlights, underground utilities, county water and sewer as well as curb and gutter. The Plantation is the place to be when you like to be close to everything. The Plantation's location is just minutes from Exit 38 and I-95 at the intersection of the Golden Isles Parkway and Highway 99. These new homes are convenient to Coastal Pines Golf Course, the mall, water sports, theatre, grocery shopping, restaurants and schools. Home designs range in size from approximately 1282 to 1576 square feet of living space plus 2 car garage and porches. These homes include an array of outstanding features included with every home. When you enter The Plantation, you will immediately notice that the street appeal of thes... 08/20/2008

The Retreat At Golden Isles Single Family Attached Homes from the $120,000's The Cottages at Golden Isles Single Family Homes from the $130,000's The Plantation at Golden Isles Single Family Homes from the $150,000's The Estates at Golden Isles Single Family Homes from the $150,000's Sitting in a quiet, country setting among a beautiful landscaped entrance with curbed and guttered street located in Brunswick and the Golden Isles of Georgia.  Centrally located to restaurants, shopping, golf, I-95, FLETC and more. With something for everyone, and a common amenities center you can relax everything except you expectations.  Golden Isles Blog   08/19/2008

Looking for that small piece of paradise but at affordable prices.....look no further than Brunswick and the Golden Isles of Georgia.  Brunswick and the Golden Isles of Georgia has a very diverse economy made up of tourism, a growing port facility, a Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, industrial plants and a healthy mix of retirees. The area enjoys a mild sub-tropical climate. The average temperature is 68.4 degrees and average rainfall of 54.7 inches per year. Glynn County offers over 14 miles of beaches and 225 holes of golf, boating and historical sites. Golden Isles Blog Real Estate Information Brunswick and the Golden Isles of Georgia 08/18/2008

121 Tupelo Circle, Brunswick was placed under contract in 6 days by Chapman Realty. This 4 bedroom, 3 bath home offers over sized lot with beautifully landscaped lawn, mature landscaping, front and rear porches.  Interior appointments include fireplace with gas logs, vaulted ceilings, hardwood flooring as well as recently remodeled kitchen and baths. For more information on listing your home, contact Chapman Realty at 1-877-221-0088 or 912-280-0088.             Golden Isles Real Estate Blog Brunswick Georgia Real Estate Information and Multiple Listing Service   08/14/2008

The Gallery, located on the 5thhole of the Coastal Pines Golf Course off Highway 99 west of I-95 offer 30 unique home by Overholt Homes LLC with golf course, lagoon and greenbelt privacy rear locations. Coastal Pines offers all of the qualities of a traditional neighborhood, from quiet streets, street lights as well as golf course and greenbelts surrounds.      The Gallery features homes custom designed for The Gallery at Coastal Pines Standards include Hardiboard exteriors with old world Brick accents and copper seamed roofs on front porches.  Interior appointments include solid surface or granite counter tops, custom cabinets, beautiful crown molding and upgraded trim, fireplace, hardwood flooring, owner's retreat with ceramic walk-in shower and jetted garden tub with ceramic tile su... 08/06/2008

The Landings at Golden Isles is a community of 38 single-family home sites. The Golden Isles Investment Partners (owners Ron Sluder, Keith Ross and Doys Osteen) offer this community as both developer and builder.  The Landings at Golden Isles is an intimate community offering protective covenants, streetlights, underground utilities, county water and sewer as well as curb and gutter. The Landings is the place to be when you like to be close to everything - work, shopping, restaurants and countless other leisure and entertainment opportunities.  The Landing's location is just minutes from Exit 38 and I-95 at the intersection of the Golden Isles Parkway and Highway 99.  These new homes are convenient to Coastal Pines Golf Course, the mall, water sports, theatre, grocery shopping, restaura... 08/06/2008

Located in the heart of Brunswick and the Golden Isles of Georgia, Somersby Pointe offers landscaped entrance, swimming pool, play ground, sidewalks, ponds with fountains, greenbelts filled with live oaks, curb, gutter, custom street signs with matching street lights and mailboxes.  Located adjacent to the Satilla Marsh Elementary School and close to shopping, restaurants and I-95, Somerby Pointe is convenient to everything.  Some of the standards in these homes include hardwood and ceramic tile floors, granite kitchen counters with custom cabinetry and tumbled stone back splash, covered screened rear porch,  master suite with a jetted tub with tile and tumbled stone surround, separate walk-in ceramic shower, cultured marble  vanities, fireplaces, crown molding, ceiling fans in great ro... 08/02/2008

Among the lush landscaping lies The Villas at Golden Isles, a unique, gated community tucked away in a quiet area of Glynn County. Each unit boasts exquisite Old World sophistication, while preserving a contemporary panache. Revere the tranquil, resort-style atmosphere that provides carefree maintenance. Enjoy a leisurely stroll down the sidewalks throughout The Villas at Golden Isles or take a splash in the pool near the fitness center and tennis courts. Each villa includes a screened lanai, some of which overlook the lagoons and fountains. Shopping, restaurants, golf, and many other activities are only a short distance from The Villas at Golden Isles. Just a short drive to the St. Simons Island and Jekyll Island beaches allow you to appreciate our "Golden Isles". Each unit offers its ... 07/31/2008

If you are thinking of going antiquing anytime soon in Brunswick and the Golden Isles of Georgia, here is a list to get you going.......... Brown's Antiques 1328 Newcastle St, Brunswick, GA - (912) 265-6099 Piddlers  1505 Martin Luther King Blvd, Brunswick, GA - (912) 265-0890 Market of New Castle  1624 Newcastle St, Brunswick, GA - (912) 554-7909 Victorian Place  1412 Gloucester St, Brunswick, GA - (912) 265-3175 Downtown Antiques/Collectibles 1208 Gloucester St, Brunswick, GA - (912) 264-2322 Rags & Riches Miniatures 1503 Gloucester St, Brunswick, GA - (912) 261-0771 Brunswick Repair Shop  3707 Emanuel Ave, Brunswick, GA - (912) 264-3254 Fizzwhistle Antiques 4738 New Jesup Hwy, Brunswick, GA - (912) 261-1125 Friendly Custom Upholstery 967 Old Jesup Rd, Brunswick, GA - (912) 265-6985 ... 07/31/2008

Jekyll Island Golf Resort, Pine Lake 18 holes over 6,802 yards with a par of 72 (Public)  322 Captain Wylly Rd Jekyll Island, GA 31527-0813 (912) 635-2368  Jeykll Island Golf Course, Indian Mound 18 holes over 6,596 yards with a par of 72 (Public)  322 Captain Wylly Rd Jekyll Island, GA 31527-0813 (912) 635-2368  Brunswick County Club 18 holes (Private Equity)  4041 Darien Hwy Brunswick, GA 31525-2171 (912) 264-4377  Coastal Pines Golf Course 18 holes over 6,800 yards with a par of 72 (Public)  1 Coastal Pines Cir Brunswick, GA 31525-8907 (912) 261-0503  Photo of Coastal Pines Golf Course     Oak Grove Island Golf Course 18 holes over 6,941 yards with a par of 72 (Public)  126 Clipper Bay Rd Brunswick, GA 31523-8922 (800) 780-8133  Sea Island Golf Club, Seaside 18 holes over 6,945 yards... 07/29/2008