About Waleska's Lake Arrowhead

Anyone interested in mountain or lake front property should consider Lake Arrowhead, GA, an 8,000 acre preserve nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. The lake, described by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources as one of the cleanest lakes in Georgia, with water they describe as "drinkable," covers 540 acres.

A private, gated community and a great spot for fishing, boating, or relaxing, Lake Arrowhead, GA offers both new homes and resales. Those interested in golf will appreciate the newly rennovated course and new clubhouse. For nature enthusiasts, there are miles of hiking trails and an abundance of wildlife.

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Lake Arrowhead, in Waleska Georgia, has recently opened several miles of hiking trails for it's residents and property owners. I hope that if you are able to visit our gorgeous mountain community, that you will take the time to either walk along the new nature trail located in Phase II by the new swimming pool complex or at least stroll the almost level trail along the lake which was part of the original golf course and cart path. Whichever area you choose, you will be impressed with the absolute beauty that Lake Arrowhead has to offer.

Last week, I was pleasantly surprised as I parked my car at the new pool & mailbox complex, parking lot, and walked across the road, to hike on the newly opened nature trail. As I walked along the side of a grassy hill on a narrow and less than inviting path, I was pleasantly surprised as I entered the forest from this trail. I just couldn't beleive the beauty of this wooded sanctuary, complete, with Mountain Laurels, wild & exotic ferns, huge bolders, and a crystal clear mountain stream, of which you get the opportunity, to cross over at least 4 times. With dense evergreens including Hemlocks and Pines, and the changing leaves of the hardwood trees, I wanted to give up my very existence for the opportunity to live among this gorgeous piece of earth.

What a difference, a nature hike can make in our lives. I hope you will have the opportunity to experience why moving to the mountains, in a private gated community, with a pristine spring fed mountain lake, and nature trails......is allll about!

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Jodi Payne

Once the time has come to make an offer on a home, buyers must try to remain objective and remove their emotions from the process. The following tips may be helpful.

1. Don’t make an unreasonably low offer. The seller may be so turned off that they will refuse to negotiate. This doesn’t mean that you should not try to get the best deal possible. If you have educated yourself about pricing, you’ll know what the home is worth and should expect to pay somewhere in that neighborhood. Your offer should be below what you think the home worth, but not so much as to offend. Then, you can include additional concessions for the seller to make.

2. Don’t expect everything in your offer to be accepted. Sellers expect purchasers to ask for more than they are willing to accept. But, do ask for everything that is important to you and a few things that aren’t. You might, for instance, ask the seller to pay a portion or all of the closing costs or to make needed repairs.

3. Don’t say, “This is my final offer.” Even if it is, keep your cards close to your vest. You may change your mind, and reversing can be awkward and costly.

4. Don’t sign an offer unless it contains all the specifics you have agreed upon. Remember the two rules of verbal agreements. “They aren’t worth the paper their written on.” and, “If it isn’t in writing, it isn’t.”

When the offer process has begun, keep your cool. Don’t panic if a response doesn’t come as quickly as expected. The seller may be slow to respond because of an emotional attachment to their home. Don’t push them for an answer unless you are also pressed to finalize your decision. Respect the seller by being patient and polite.

Make sure your offer contains a contingency regarding financing, not just the standard one that says you must qualify for a loan, but that the interest rate will not be above your pre-determined maximum rate.

Finally, if there are serious differences between you and the seller, don’t be afraid to walk away. Not every deal is a great one, and not every offer will result in a signed contract. There is never only one home that is right for a purchaser. Buying a home is always a compromise. Be willing to do so and you’ll benefit in the end.

The new Lake Arrowhead Highlands Golf Course is OPEN! It is a beautiful course, with 18 championship holes meandering through the mountains and along beautiful creeks.

Boat rentals are now available: pontoons, sail boats, paddle boats and fishing boats!

The county and developer have signed a joint development agreement to build a new fire station inside Lake Arrowhead.

The Lake Arrowhead Chapel is a wonderful part of the community, supporting many worthwhile causes with their upcoming charity golf tournament, which I am proud to sponsor.

Several of the new Lake Arrowhead hiking trails are open and they are fantastic, like being in the Blue Ridge mountains, with mossy covered rocks, wide noisy creeks, mountain laurel, and ferns.

I recently partnered with McGarry & Spencer homes to sell their model home and spec homes INSIDE Lake Arrowhead. My team will have the model home open on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Of course, we will help all buyers find just the right fit, showcasing All Becky's Listings (new & resale).

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Craftsman Style Lake Arrowhead

• 2 bath, 3 bdrm single story "Craftsman Style" - MLS® $199,900 - New Construction

Lake Arrowhead, Waleska - New construction in Lake Arrowhead. Gated, security at gate, golf, lake, club house, resturuant, swim, tennis, stable, etc. Kitchen level garage. Craftsman style home. Great open floor plan.

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