July 4th has come and gone…and folks on Lake Martin had a blast over the long weekend. The weather was hot, the afternoon showers came and went, the boat parade was fun, the fireworks were awesome, and there were cookouts everywhere! In addition, great progress has been made in removing debris along the shoreline following the April 27 tornado.
Besides enjoying the best holiday on the lake, I, and many real estate agents were fielding phone calls and showing property to visitors. It doesn’t get any better than this! We do know how to celebrate the nation’s birthday at Lake Martin, and we love helping people find just the right spot.
If you missed this holiday, don’t worry - we have plenty of other weekends and a long season to enjoy the lake. As we like to say…”if you’re lucky enough to be at Lake Martin, you’re lucky enough.”
You may be hearing from your mortgage company that your property is in a flood zone - and that you need flood insurance right now! In a nutshell, FEMA has issued new flood maps for Tallapoosa County. This has already been done in Elmore County. Just about anyone who owns property that touches Lake Martin may be in a flood zone. If you have a mortgage - be prepared!
Here’s what you need to do:
1. Purchase FEMA Flood Insurance (available through most insurance agents)
2. Hire a surveyor or civil engineer to do an elevation survey and apply to FEMA for an exception.
3. Once you receive the exception, cancel your flood insurance for a full refund!
Yes, it’s a lot of trouble but this is the way to resolve the issue.
On April 27, an F4 Tornado hit Pace’s Peninsula on Lake Martin. As volunteers for Pace’s Point Fire and Rescue, my husband and I saw the devastation first hand. Approximately 50 homes were badly damaged or destroyed in our area. While there were some injuries, there were no fatalities on Pace’s Peninsula.
The response to our community by volunteers was amazing. Pace’s Point Fire and Rescue in concert with Voluntary Organizations Assisting in Disasters (VOAD) processed over 80 requests for assistance and sent out over 400 volunteers in the days following the storm. The work is still in progress; however, cleanup and rebuilding will take a long time.
The storm path came across the lake from Children's Harbor to Windermere to Paces Peninsula. The majority of the home and business owners I've spoken with plan to rebuild. Prior to the storm, property sales on Lake Martin were strong. This activity only slowed for a day or two and folks continue to inquire about property here.
The lake is full and Memorial Day is just around the corner...so give me a call and we'll find the cabin or castle of your dreams!
Yes, the water level is rising and folks are shopping for great buys on Lake Martin. There are quite a few properties to choose from - but it’s important to know what you want. My favorite saying is - you can get the house OR you can get the lot - but probably not both. That holds true unless your price range is unlimited.
So, learn about the lake - and find out what you like: a big view, a quiet cove, flat terrain or a mountain-top retreat. Will you be boating and swimming - or just looking at the water? Remember - age can dictate your needs: young children and older folks may have different requirements! There are lots of things to consider. One thing is certain. Lake Martin has something for everyone!
Area residents have always known that Lake Martin is a treasure. Now it’s official! Governor Bob Riley and the Alabama Department of Environmental Management have declared that Lake Martin is a Treasured Lake. This is a new designation created by ADEM and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency that will apply to lakes that meet special quality standards for cleanliness and nutrient enrichment. Actually, the Governor signed an executive order creating the designation Treasured Alabama Lake. And, Lake Martin is likely the first lake in the state to achieve this status. While this is great news for Lake Martin, it’s just not a surprise to those of us who love the lake!
And, the Wall Street Journal has reported that Vacation Home Sales are ON THE RISE! Come visit Lake Martin and get your piece of this Treasure.
Cabins to Castles, it all starts here...Toni Adcock specializes in Alabama real estate for Lake Martin, Dadeville, StillWaters, Alexander City, Eclectic, Equality, and Jackson's Gap.
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