As co-chairman and on behalf of the entire Building Green Works Committee at the Home Builders Association of Jackson I’d like to thank Mississippi Home Corp for their efforts in promoting affordable resource efficient housing in Mississippi. Our HBAJ Green Committee includes builders, associate members, utility companies and government agencies. We’re proud to have them serve on our committee.As a certified NAHB Verifier I believe this contest will not only promote energy efficient construction, but will offer Mississippi residences affordable homes that help them save water, live more comfortably in cleaner air, save money through lower maintenance cost and will encourage the public to save our planet’s natural resources.In support of the contest, I would also like to announce that th... 01/31/2009

Madison Among '10 Best' For Families In U.S.   Family Circle has named Madison, MS, one of the Top Ten Towns for Families in America. Family Circle Magazine, working in conjunction with On Board, a New York City based research firm, delved into the things Americans most want in a hometown. Their results culminated from "a first of its kind investigation to identify the best communities across the country that combine big city opportunities with suburban charm." They sought out "locations that offer an ideal blend of good jobs, top rated schools, wide open spaces and a lot less stress." Their findings and the ten cities selected will appear in the August 2007 issue of Family Circle which will be on the newsstands July 10th. The Family Circle and On Board's ten top towns came from "a list... 01/16/2009

Before the days of gun powder and lead the mighty shield was used for protection from unwanted elements during battle.In our struggle to save energy consider using one of the most protective and cost effective "shields" developed. The Radiant Barrier.It's a foil backed product that's placed in the attic of your home, foil side down, to help protect you from the sun's radiating heat that drives your energy use up and the size of your pocket book down. A radiant barrier: is placed foil side down in your attic (opposite of the way you think a shield should face!) will lower the cost of your cooling dollars by 40% will not effect your roof warranty (when installed as roof sheathing) can be installed directly onto your attic insulation lowers the negative effects of high heat on stored artic... 01/08/2009

If you were shopping for a home and found one that was… well-built comfortable had lower-than-average monthly energy costs was easy to maintain required no additional income to pay for it Would you stop shopping? I have good news! This kind of home is being built today. How can you afford the purchase? That’s Easy!  Get an EM - Energy Mortgage. The mortgage is unfamiliar to many homebuyers and believe it or not to many real estate agents. How does it work?  An EM increases your buying power by enabling the mortgage lender to count the monthly energy bill savings that a home’s energy efficient features deliver as extra income. There are two kinds of energy mortgages: Energy-Efficient Mortgages Credits the savings from a home that is already efficient into the loan qualification process a... 01/01/2009

Alot of people that I have talked to in the past couple of weeks have been confused between the differences of FHA and Conventional loans.  So, I hope this simple explanation helps with all of your questions dealing with mortgage loans. FHA requires less money down - 3.5%. Conventional (Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac) loans require at least 5% down.FHA’s monthly mortgage insurance is much cheaper than conventional loans, usually about half and much more in many cases.FHA’s interest rate is not tied to credit score. If you have a 620 or better you are eligible for the best FHA rate.  For conventional loans you need at least a 720 score for the best rate and scores less than 720 have higher rates. Or you pay more points to get best rate.FHA loans can only be used to buy your primary residence... 12/30/2008

131 Belle Pointe Dr.Madison, MS 39110 Waterfront BeautyOffered at $495,000MLS Number 192121 Status: ActiveType: ResidentialBedrooms: 3Baths: 3Living Area: 3166 Square Ft. Listing AgentDonna Spoonerinfo@herringtonrealtyco.com601-977-1114 More Photos Printable Flyer Virtual tour Map Property on Yahoo! request an appointment Loan Calculator email this Property WATERFRONT BEAUTY located on Lake Caroline's 835 acre fishing lake. Serenity describes this 3/3 home with 3166 sqft of luxurious living. Decorated to perfection w/lovely ceramic tile floors,greatroom w/wood burning fp,dining room,spacious kitchen with viking cooktop,bosch dishwasher,winecooler & sub-zero fridge,wetbar w/ice maker. Immaculate mastersuite & fantastic sunroom offer an awesome view of the lake. Beautifully landscaped by... 12/22/2008

Did you know that bath fixtures made before 1992 can waste up to 3 gallons of water each minute you spend in the shower? The shower and the toilet are the two areas in the bathroom where you can keep your money from going down the drain! Take an empty gallon pale and turn your shower on full blast. Wait 2 minutes and check the pale. If it's overflowing you're wasting water! Change the shower head to a low flow model. Shower heads start at about $10.00 and changing it is a very simple task.Plumbing leaks account for about 15% of water usage. It's a good idea to check your toilet for leaks. Here's how: Lift the tank cover and drop about 5-10 drops of food coloring into the tank. Now don't flush yet! Wait about 15 minutes, lift the toilet seat and check the water color. A leaky toilet will... 12/06/2008

Remember when you were a kid and your mom always yelled, "Are you still in the shower? You're wasting water."? Well not only were sending gallons down the drain but spending hard earned cash heating more water. Ready-Set-Go ... Get a Timer: Use a shower timer and try to keep your shower limited to below five minutes, the shorter the better – sometimes just being aware of how long you have been in the shower will help you keep your shower time shorter. This may be very difficult, especially since we Americans average close to ten minutes, but any time that you can trim off will help. Don't Be a Dope When You Soap: Turn the water off when you soap up! While you are shampooing your hair or soaping your body, you do'nt need the water running down the drain. In fact, it is almost easier if t... 11/30/2008

What factors will you consider in selecting, locating, and installing windows in your new home? When selecting windows you should choose those with low potential for condensation. For best results in Mississippi, windows must have a U value less than or equal to 0.50 and a solar heat gain factor (SHGF) less than or equal to 0.40, or must be Energy Star® or NFRC labeled. The location of windows in your new home is also important. Daylighting is a technique of using natural light from the sun and the sky and incorporating it into your home via the windows. Using daylight is free and efficient, which translates to lower energy consumption and utility savings. When using daylighting, be mindful of the seasons. In the summer, the sun’s rays are more intense. To avoid over-heating, window cov... 11/30/2008

  When you price your home above its market value, fewer buyers will show interest in your property. When you price your home below market value, you increase the number of interested buyers. In the end, the price you set and the interest you create should reflect your selling goals. What is a Comparative Market Analysis?  A CMA can vary from a two page list of comparable home sales to a 50-page comprehensive guide.  A Standard CMA report will include: Active Listings:  Active listings are homes currently for sale. These listings matter only to the extent that they are your competition for buyers. They are not indicative of market value because sellers can ask whatever they want for their home. It doesn't mean any of the prices are realistic. The offered sales prices do not reflect mark... 10/27/2008

We are so thankful to have the opportunity to live in the safest city in Mississipp, Madison the Cityi!  This is attributed to a wonderful task force of dedicated police officers and city officials that care about what they do with a passion.  To show our thanks to these fine men and women my local church, Parkway Pentecostal Church, put on a law enforcement appreciation lunch! We had a wonderful turnout of well over 100 law enforcement personnel. I think that was in part by having four cooks from, Jerry's fishouse, that attend our church to cook over 100 pounds of catfish filet! It was so yummy!  While there I was able to talk to some of the officers, and I didn't realize that each applicant has to have 60 hours of college credit and some were even working toward there masters degree.... 10/26/2008

YOUR TICKET TO FAMILY FUN DATE:  TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28TH TIME:   6-9 P.M. FIREWORKS 9 P.M. HEADLINER:  THE TOKENS PLACE:  LIBERTY PARK, MADISON MS Madison families and friends will be chugging into FreedomFEST station at Liberty Park with a ticket for a trainload of fun, festive entertainment. Not just another whistle-stop for fall festival goers, this year's event promises to "top the charts" in musical entertainment with one of the most treasured doo wop bands of the 1960's....The Tokens. Family entertainment and wholesome fun is what FreedomFEST 08 is all about. The traditional Pumpkin Decorating Contest for children, kindergarten through eighth grade, will again be a place for little artists to display their talents. Judges will award prizes to three age groups in the categories of "s... 10/25/2008

It has been a busy two months in real estate at least for me and my clients! In the month of September I closed two homes, one in Brandon, and one in Ridgeland! I sold this in TWO months!                               I sold this within ONE month!        I sold this and closed the second week of October 08!  If your looking to buy or sell a home in the metro Jackson area call the Number #1 Realtor that will work hard for you! Jeffrey Dillon Realtor Jeffrey@herringtonrealtyco.com Office: 601-977-1114 Fax: 601-977-6205Read TestimonialsMeet Jeffrey    10/23/2008

Madison MS Real Estate - FSBO If you wish to sell by owner and save money get used to graciously accepting buyers' comments, feelings, and quirks.  Always be businesslike and pleasant.  Let them know you are willing to discuss their concerns as buyers.  Work on creating a negotiated win-win transaction with everything in writing. Selling your home can be a very exciting event.  Selling can also be complex, confusing, and frustrating, not to mention one the Biggest financial decisions you'll ever make.  The most important thing to remember is, DON'T OVERPRICE!  Pay for an appraisal.  If you don't like it, you don't have to use it, but if you like it and anyone offers you less, you can wave it in their face.  You can also ask agents for a Competitive Market Analysis. Disclose every defect... 10/22/2008

    Welcome to Cross Creek Subdivision, one of Madison Mississippi's finest family neighborhood.  Cross Creek of Madison MS  is conveniently located in close proximity of shopping, dining, churches and schools.  This gorgeous neighborhood features a clubhouse, playground & pool.  Cross Creek Subdivision is  a beautifully designed residential community located in Madison County, Mississippi. Neatly landscaped with groves of tall trees and a lovely lake, Cross Creek, Madison MS features spacious homes with distinctive achitecture. At Cross Creek, residents experience country living with a prestigious address.    Cross Creek was developed by Matt B. Jenson  and includes 398 homes and over 1,000 residents. Cross Creek of Madison MS is located a short distance from I-55 at the Madison exit.... 10/18/2008

What Is My Home Worth? Madison MS Real Estate- Panther Creek Off Hwy. 22 sits the formal, gated entrance of Panther Creek of Madison, MS!  The entrance and gate are nicely manicured with architectural lights and professional signage.  Drive in to one of Madison Mississippi's finest getaways from quaint home sites nestled in the woods to large estate sized homes on the lakes.  Turn off the main road at 182 Lakeshire Parkway, Madison MS and go a couple hundred feet and there is entrance with a manicured flowerbed.  Come up the gravel drive and to your left is the 3-stall horse barn with tack room imported from California.  A little ways further sits the main house, which comprises of approximately 2700 square feet full of charm!  When you walk in your greeted warmly with a large family r... 08/19/2008

  The Opportunity NEUMARKT DESIGNER OUTLET SHOPPES & SHOPPING DISTRICT is located in Madison County, Mississippi. The surrounding communities are best described as Quality living with convenience and serenity as well as diversity. Whether taste belongs to the rural minded or those with an in-town preference Neu Markt will offer a pleasant shopping and dining experience. Strategically Located with direct access and visibility from the new I-55/Sowell Rd Interchange and positioned just 12 miles North of Jackson, MS - it's the perfect stop for travelers driving from Memphis to New Orleans. Daily traffic count exceeds 49,000 vehicles per day. Situated in one of the most affluent residential areas of Madison County - with an average household income over $96,000 within 3 miles. The largest,... 08/09/2008

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Two Madison County, MS cities are considering swapping out their five-day work week for four-day work week to combat high energy prices. City officials in Ridgeland, MS and Canton, MS said that shortening the work week in favor of 10-hour days and three-day weekends, as Southaven and Pearl have done, is an option on the table. "We have department heads looking at how this might work for us," Ridgeland, MS Mayor Gene McGee said. "We will not do it as a knee jerk reaction if it will not save money for the city as well as employees. We also have to be sure (not to) compromise the services to our citizens." These talks come after Ridgeland, MS city officials appropriated nearly $200,000 in gas money from its budget in recent weeks to bail out the Police Department, Public Works and Recreati... 08/04/2008

      Enjoy living the peaceful life in this exquisite WATERFRONT located on Lake Caroline's 835 acre fishing lake in Madison County, MS. Serenity and complete elegance describes this 3 bedroom, 3 bath home with 3166 sqft of luxurious living. Decorated to perfection with lovely tile floors in the greatroom with a wood burning fireplace. Enchaning formal dining room with soaring ceiling just off a huge spacious kitchen. This beautiful kitchen is a chef's delight with top of the line viking cooktop, bosch dishwasher, sub-zero fridge, wetbar w/ice maker and winecooler. Step into the lovely master suite with windows overlooking Lake Caroline. Enjoy the relaxing and inviting sunroom with awesome views of the lake. Beautifully landscaped by Robert Poore, The waterfall is spectacular with bea... 07/21/2008