100% Financing Available in The Golden Isles Communities in Brunswick, Georgia and less than 100 days to use the $8,000 Federal Tax Credit, The USDA Rural Housing Guaranteed and Direct Loan Programs are available in eligible portions of Glynn County and all of most of the surrounding counties.   The Wall Street Journal's recent article on USDA housing allows for a good overview of this program that still allows a buyer to buy with no money down and with no private mortgage insurance.  The USDA Rural Housing Guaranteed and Direct Loan Programs have helped a lot of people in Georgia realize the dream of owning their own home. This is a basic overview of the loan programs:  502 Guaranteed Single Family Housing Program:  Loans for families to purchase homes.  The program is 100% financing, ... 01/23/2010

The Landings at Golden Isles is an intimate community of 28 single family home sites in Brunswick, Georgia 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, theater, grocery shopping, restaurants and new schools in Brunswick, Georgia. When you need the convenience of modern life right at your doorstep, but you prefer the privacy of a peaceful communi... 01/23/2010

The Gallery at Coastal Pines, Brunswick, Georgia is located on the 5th Fairway of the Coastal Pines Golf course.  The Gallery is an enclave of 30 uniquely designed homes crafted by Overholt Homes, LLC (building since 1969).  This home has been reduced to $249,900.    This home, located at 122 Gallery Way, Brunswick Georgia offers 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.  Interior appointments in this home include fireplace, hardwood and ceramic tile floor, owner's retreat with jetted tub with ceramic tile surround, ceramic walk-in showers, marble vanities, island kitchen wi... 01/17/2010

Located in Brunswick, Georgia - the Estates at Golden Isles is an intimate community offering protective covenants, streetlights, underground utilities, county water and sewer as well as curb and gutter.  The Estates at Golden Isles is the place to be when you like to be close to everything.  Just minutes from Exit 38 and I-95 at the intersection of the Golden Isles Parkway and Highway 99 in Brunswick, Georgia, these new homes are convenient to Coastal Pines Golf Course, the mall, water sports, theater, grocery shopping, restaurants and schools.  Starting prices now reduced to $179,900. When you enter the Estates at Golden Isles, you will immediately notice that the street appeal of these single-family homes is extraordinary with stucco exteriors, architectural shingles and beautifully ... 01/17/2010

Chapman Realty is pleased to announce this new home is under contract.....125 Dekan Street, Brunswick, Georgia This new home is located in The Estates at Golden Isles is an intimate community in Brunswick, Georgia.  The Estates at the Golden Isles offers homes in a setting with protective covenants, streetlights, underground utilities, county water and sewer as well as curb and gutter. The Estates is the place to be when you like to be close to everything. The Estate's location is just minutes from Exit 38 and I-95 at the intersection of the Golden Isles Parkway and Highway 99 in Brunswick, Georgia. These new homes are convenient to Coastal Pines Golf Course, the mall, water sports, theater, grocery shopping, restaurants and schools. When you enter The Estates, you will immediately noti... 01/17/2010

January Events Jekyll Island Georgia 225 Holes of Golf in Brunswick and the Golden Isles of Georgia - (Jekyll Island, Saint Simons Island, Sea Island) Virtual Treasure Hunt sponsored by Jekyll Island, Georgia....anyone can win Wesley Memorial Garden on Saint Simons Island, Georgia Recycle your old computers and monitors on Saint Simons Island on January 16, 2010 01/15/2010

There are lots of activities to do in Brunswick GA. this weekend!  From listening to the smooth sounds of a saxophonist, to canoeing, to watching a demonstration at Fort King George.  There are tons of activities for the whole family! For a complete listing of events, please scroll down to the calendar below.   Friday, January 15th- Music from the Marshes Redux-  Saxophonist Michael Hulett will begin playing at 6 p.m. at the Brunswick Library. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Music, Song and Praise Jubilee-  Begins 7 p.m. at Burroughs-Molette Elementary on Lee St. in Brunswick GA   Saturday, January 16th- Canoe Trip along the Altamaha River and Barrington Lake.  Will begin at 9 a.m. at the Fort King George Historic Site in Darien GA.   Sunday, January 17th- "Colonial Medicine and Weapons" wil... 01/14/2010

    The cold may finally be breaking over Brunswick GA!  Its time to thaw out!  I cannot begin to explain how happy I really am about this forecast.  I looked on The Weather Channel's website, www.weather.com, and found my zen moment.  One more night of near freezing temperatures and then its mid-60s weather for us here in the Golden Isles!  Now some of our friends that live in other parts of the country may laugh at this.  However, Brunswick GA is known for its humid subtropical climate.  The average temperature in January, which is our coldest month, is 63 for a high and 44 for a low.  After spending the last two weeks at temperatures that have hit a high of mid 50s and lows have been into the 10s, I am personally ready for some warmer weather!!   High / Low (°F) Precip. % Tonight Jan... 01/13/2010

Being from South Georgia, we don't see a tremendous amount of cold weather.  In fact this cold spell that the nation is currently engaged in, makes me long for somewhere with a more caribbean feel.  What can I say, we aren't used to bundling up!!   Event Calendar for Brunswick GA. 225 Holes of Golf in Brunswick and the Golden Isles of Georgia Cumberland Island, Georgia.....a national seashore off Georgia's Coast  Sapelo Island, Georgia.....Part of the Coastal Georgia by Jet Ski Series  Off Road Biking Paths Added to the Blythe Island Regional Park in Brunswick, Georgia   01/10/2010

This weekend marks a busy time for Brunswick, GA.       Starting at 5 p.m. and running until 8 p.m. on Friday, Downtown Brunswick will be holding its monthly "First Friday".  This is a time when local businesses will stay open longer hours and give people time to peruse the streets, stopping in at the vendor stores, visiting local restaurants, and enjoying the internationally acclaimed southern hospitality!      The Casino Theatre on St. Simons Island will be showing Agatha Christie's "Witness for the Prosecution".  Showing times will begin at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evenings as well as 3 p.m. on Sunday afternoon.  It will run until the weekend of January 24th.   Ticket Prices are $20 for Adults and $5 for people under 18.       On Saturday January 9th, the 2010 Miss Golden Isles ... 01/08/2010

Chapman Realty is pleased to announce another successful short sale at 193 Lakes Drive in Brunswick, Georgia. A palm tree and live oak lined entrance greets you as you drive into the Lakes subdivision. With ponds, greenbelts, and oversized lots, you get privacy as well as beauty when you live in The Lakes. The home plan offers foyer, living room with trayed ceiling, formal dining room, kitchen w/ breakfast bar and breakfast area, split bedroom plan, large bonus room and master retreat offering trayed ceilings, sitting area, owner's retreat with double vanity, large walk in closet, garden tub and separate shower. For more information on this short sale or other homes in Brunswick, Georgia, call Chapman Realty at 912-280-0088.  01/06/2010

After years of petitioning, pet owners have a new resource to utilize.  The Parks and Recreations department has announced that on December 24th, they opened the Blue Streak Dog Park.         Located in the Howard Coffin Park, Blue Streak is a off leash dog park.  With a 6 foot fence enclosing the 1.25 acre park, dog owners have the opportunity to take thier pets into a fenced area, allow them to play off their leash, and socialize with other owners.  Your pet must be on a leash going into and out of the fence area.      Dogs have reported that they love the facility!  They love the fact that they are allowed to run free without having to worry about where their owners are or what they are getting into.  There are bags and a trash can provided for the owners to clean up after their pets... 01/06/2010

  Hanover Square in Downtown Brunswick Georgia On Tuesday, January 5, 2010 visit The Brunswick Library at 208 Gloucester Street in Brunswick, Georgia and enjoy events for children.  Other things to in Downtown Brunswick, Georgia include viewing Hanover Square shown above and visit The Brunswick Marina shown below. *At 10:30 a.m. enjoy "Goodnight, Sleep Tight" children's storytelling time. *2:00 p.m. see "Heroes of the American Revolution" with performers treating you to portrayals of historical figures of the American Revolution These events are free to the public and for more details, call The Brunswick Library in Brunswick, Georgia at 912-267-1212.   01/03/2010

Model home for sale in Brunswick, Georgia now under contract by Chapman Realty.   Interior appointments include owner's retreat with corner garden tub; separate walk-in ceramic shower with glass surround, over sized walk in closet and dual vanities. The open kitchen and great room look into a fireplace with built in book shelves and offers hardwood flooring in daylight living areas. This spacious home offers a flex room in-between the two guest bedrooms as well as a sun room that opens into the screened lanai. Alarm system, pavered driveways and walk ways, 10 ft ceilings through out. This home is brought to you by Kingsouth Construction, a third generation builder of the Dostie family construction companies. For information on this home or other homes in Brunswick, Georgia, call Juile ... 12/29/2009

Why rent in Brunswick Georgia?  Not when there is an option of 100% Financing, Interest Rates as low as 4.75% fixed on USDA Rural Housing Loans as well as Federal Tax Credits. The USDA Rural Housing Guaranteed and Direct Loan Programs are available in eligible portions of Glynn County and all of most of the surrounding counties.   The Wall Street Journal's recent article on USDA housing allows for a good overview of this program that still allows a buyer to buy with no money down and with no private mortgage insurance.  Add this to the $8,000 Federal Tax Credit that has been extended until April 30, 2010.  For more information, program specifications and requirements, visit http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/ or contact Chapman Realty and we'll direct you to the lenders for pre-qualifying.  The... 12/28/2009

Emulating Oglethorpe's Squares in Savannah, Georgia, six squares were included in the original city play of Brunswick in 1771.  Hanover Square is one of the six square that were an integral part of social and community events. The history of Hanover Square provided by the non-profit organization Signature Squares of Brunswick offers insight into the historical importance of renovating Hanover Square. Signature Squares of Brunswick did a beautiful job of the renovation and the pictures don't do their work justice.  It was well worth the trip downtown to see this historical renovation.  12/21/2009

Mistletoe Cottage on Jekyll Island, Georgia.....Holiday Island On line Treasure Hunt sponsored by Jekyll Island, Georgia......anyone can participate Unfinished Dreams....a play by Mary Miller....performed in Downtown Brunswick until December 31 Visit the Wesley Memorial Garden and other historical monuments on Saint Simons Island, Georgia 225 holes of Golf in Brunswick and the Golden Isles of Georgia 12/20/2009

Chapman Realty is pleased to announce the sale of the home located at 299 Stutts Road in Brunswick, Georgia.  This beautiful home is lcoated on oversized lot and interior appointments include hardwood and ceramic tile flooring, island kitchen with granite kitchen and stainles steel appliances.  This easy living floor plan offers formal living room, formal dining room, family room as well as 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.   For more information on short sales in Brunswick, Georgia or other short sale or foreclosure homes in Brunswick, Georgia, call Julie Chapman at Chapman Realty. 12/18/2009

Chapma Realty is pleased to announce the closing of another Short Sale in Brunswick, Georgia - 148 Wellington Place, Brunswick Georgia - Somersby Pointe  Short Sale Sold by Chapman Realty in Brunswick, Georgia.  This home, located in desirable Somersby Pointe features 14' covered entry porch, formal dining, and living room w/9' ceilings and fireplace, kitchen w/ breakfast bar, pantry and open to breakfast room.   The owner's retreat in this short sale features 10'' tray ceiling, bath with dual walk in closets, dual vanities, garden tub and separate walk in shower.   Exterior features of this home include 2 car side load garage, rear patio, sodded lawn, and landscaping and irrigation system.   For information on this short sale and other homes in Brunswick Georgia, call Julie Chapman, Ch... 12/18/2009

  As a Realtor, when I assist people in purchasing a home, one of the areas that I always get questions about is the loan process.  With so many options out there, what should a prospective buyer ask about?  While nothing can replace the advice of a qualified mortgage professional, I have created a couple of tables to answer some of the more basic questions that can arise in relation to mortgages. Loan Type-  Minimum Down Payment Needed Interested Parties Contributions (Amount of Closing Costs that Seller can Pay)* Days Needed in Escrow  (Amount of Time Needed Between Contract Signing and Closing) USDA (Guaranteed Loans)- Not Available In All Regions 0% (Loan may be for total purchase price) 100% (Seller may pay all closing costs) 60 Days? (Can be longer depending on work load) FHA (Fed... 12/11/2009