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Choose a Professional When Building Your New Home

BASE SALES PRICE: $234,900 FINISHED SQUARE FOOTAGE: 2,810 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms SCHOOL DIST: Richland Two

Anyone interested in buying a new home wants to find a quality house built by a professional. While professionalism may mean different things to different people, generally there are guiding principles by which home building professionals conduct business. Look for these qualities in any home builder you choose to build your dream home. • Building professionals believe that homes should be well designed, well constructed and well located in attractive communities with accessible educational, recreational, religious and shopping facilities. • They feel a strong responsibility to their customers and their community. • Honesty is their guiding business policy, and they believe in dealing fairly with their customers, employees, subcontractors and suppliers. • They try to build high standards of health, safety and sanitation into every home.

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An important indicator of professionalism is whether or not the builder or contractor belongs to the Building Industry Association. Becoming a dues paying member of a building industry association typically means that a builder is an established member of the community. Builder associations encourage their members to research and develop new materials, building techniques and equipment, and improve methods of home financing so that home buyers receive the greatest possible value for their money.

Builder associations and their members care about their industry and building a quality product that will serve the homeowner and community for years to come. The quality of a new home will in large measure be determined by the skill of the building professional that constructs it. You should evaluate your builder as carefully as you would select the options and features of your new home. When you buy a new home, you are purchasing more than just a structure-you are buying a package of services, and the quality of those services will have an important effect on your enjoyment of the house.

You will communicate frequently with your builder during and after the construction process, so choose a builder with whom you will feel comfortable working and you feel best understands your needs.

One of the best ways to find out about the professionalism of a builder is to ask previous customers. Visit some of the builder’s previous communities and ask homeowners about their experiences. By doing your homework, you will be able to shop for a home with a sense of confidence and the knowledge that will help you to make the correct decision for your family.

For many people, buying a new home will be the single largest purchase you’ll ever make. Make sure that you protect that investment by buying your dream home from a qualified professional builder. For more information about professional builders in the Columbia area, visit www. BIAofCentralSC.com or call the Building Industry Association of Central South Carolina, (803) 256-6238. SPECIAL FEATURES:

❏ 4 Bedrooms 3 full baths ❏ Guest Bedroom on main ❏ Open floor plan ❏ Huge island ❏ Spacious Loft ❏ Large Master Suite

❏ His/Her closets in master ❏ Guest rooms with walk-in closets ❏ Covered Porch ❏ Gas Range

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Sales by Stanley Martin Homes Peaches Holmes, 803-397-7099

CROSSBRIDGE 1042 Sandy Oaks Road Elgin, SC 29045

Directions: Directions: Take I-20 East to Exit 82 Spears Creek Church Rd. Turn Right on Jacobs Millpond Rd. Turn Left onto Woodcreek Rd. to Jonesboro Lane.

BASE SALES PRICE: $380,000 FINISHED SQUARE FOOTAGE: 2,986

4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms SCHOOL DIST: Richland Two

Sawgrass III

BASE SALES PRICE: $389,900 FINISHED SQUARE FOOTAGE: 3,079

4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms SCHOOL DIST: Richland Two

SPECIAL FEATURES:

❏ Owner’s suite on main level ❏ Golf course views at

Woodcreek Farms ❏ Tile floors in baths and laundry ❏ ‘Zero’ entry curbless shower ❏ Open concept entertaining ❏ Energy saving features ❏ Additional storage and large closets ❏ Yard maintenance community ❏ Loft SPECIAL FEATURES:

❏ Owner’s bedroom on main level ❏ Optional 3rd car garage available ❏ Hardwoods, tile and luxury finishes ❏ ‘Zero’ entry curbless shower ❏ Universal Living and CHIP

Certified ❏ Spray foam insulation for superior energy savings ❏ Large bonus room with choice of features ❏ Yard maintenance community ❏ Gated and private community ❏ Loft and bonus room

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Sales by Coldwell Banker Realty Nicole Davis, 803-760-5016

CLUB RIDGE AT WOODCREEK FARMS 452 Club View Drive Elgin, SC 29045

Directions: Take 1-20 to exit 82. Turn left on Spears Creek Church Rd. Turn right on Jacobs Millpond Rd. Go 2.6 miles and turn right at the traffic circle on Deer Park Drive. Take a left on Club Ridge Road. Left on Club View. Home is at 452 Club View on the right. MAIN LEVEL UPPER LEVEL

Sales by Coldwell Banker Realty Nicole Davis, 803-760-5016

NORTHWOODS VILLAS AT WOODCREEK FARMS 304 Dormie Lane Elgin, SC 29045

Directions: Take 1-20 to exit 82. Turn left on Spears Creek Church Rd. Turn right on Jacobs Millpond Rd. Go 2.6 miles and turn right at the traffic circle on Deer Park Drive. Go .4 miles and Northwoods Villas at Wood Creek Farms is on the right (gated community).

Torrey Pines I

BASE SALES PRICE: $359,900 FINISHED SQUARE FOOTAGE: 2,389

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms SCHOOL DIST: Richland Two

The Bradley B

BASE SALES PRICE: $247,900 FINISHED SQUARE FOOTAGE: 3,040

5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms SCHOOL DIST: Kershaw

SPECIAL FEATURES:

❏ One-level living ❏ Flex room/study/office ❏ Hardwoods, tile and luxury finishes ❏ ‘Zero’ entry curbless shower ❏ Universal Living and CHIP

Certified ❏ Spray foam insulation for energy savings MAIN LEVEL Nicole Davis, 803-760-5016 NORTHWOODS VILLAS AT WOODCREEK FARMS 308 Dormie Lane Elgin, SC 29045 ❏ Large laundry room ❏ Custom built cabinets ❏ Yard maintenance community ❏ Gated and private community SPECIAL FEATURES:

❏ Walnut Creek is a Pool

Community! ❏ Low Kershaw County Taxes! ❏ Convenient Location to I-20 and Village at Sandhills! ❏ Award-Winning Schools! ❏ Green Smart Homes! ❏ The Bradley B offers a large, open plan with up to 5

Bedrooms! ❏ Plenty of family living space and playing space! ❏ An ideal house and

Sales by Coldwell Banker Realty

community for families!

Directions: Take 1-20 to exit 82. Turn left on Spears Creek Church Rd. Turn right on Jacobs Millpond Rd. Go 2.6 miles and turn right at the traffic circle on Deer Park Drive. Go .4 miles and Northwoods Villas at Wood Creek Farms is on the right (gated community). MAIN LEVEL UPPER LEVEL

Sales by Coldwell Banker Realty Philip Reames/Jackie Montgomery 803-427-0058/803-309-0507

WALNUT CREEK 28 Texas Black Way Elgin SC 29045

Directions: From I-20 take Exit 87 (White Pond Rd) towards Elgin. Right at the 4-Way Stop. Left on Main St. Right on Bowen. Left on Watson. Walnut Creek community is on your right. From Two Notch Road: North on Two Notch Road (US-1 North) towards Elgin, SC; left on Ross Road and travel 1/2 mile to stop sign at SC State Road 28-120. Take a right, the entrance to Walnut Creek is on your left.

BASE SALES PRICE: $239,900 FINISHED SQUARE FOOTAGE: 3,175 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms SCHOOL DIST: Kershaw BASE SALES PRICE: $150,900 FINISHED SQUARE FOOTAGE: 1,519 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms SCHOOL DIST: Sumter

SPECIAL FEATURES:

❏ Over 3100 sq. ft. ❏ 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths ❏ Main floor living ❏ Spacious formal dining room ❏ Large open kitchen ❏ Tucked away second floor staircase SADDLEBROOK 3 Leatherwood Drive Lugoff SC 29078

❏ Massive loft ❏ Walk-in attic Storage ❏ Spacious secondary bedrooms ❏ All walk-in closets SPECIAL FEATURES:

❏ New beautiful townhomes now available in Sumter SC! ❏ Located less than 3 miles (5 minutes) to Shaw AFB!

❏ 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths with 1,519 square feet of great living space! ❏ Walk-In Closets! ❏ Green Smart technology! ❏ 2-car garages! ❏ Built by the #1 builder in

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Sales by Stanley Martin Homes Teresa McKinney, 803-479-5329

Sumter!

Directions: Take I-20 East to Exit 87 White Pond Rd. Follow White Pond Rd and US-1/Main St. to Leatherwood Dr. MAIN LEVEL UPPER LEVEL

Sales by RE/MAX Summit Jim Comeau, 803-847-3119

TOWNHOMES AT HUNTERS CROSSING 2969 Old Field Road Sumter SC 29150

Directions: The Townhomes at Hunters Crossing are located two turns to Highway 378. From Old Field Road, turn left onto Stanley Livestock Road, then right on Highway 378. Shaw Air Force Base is five minutes away via Hwy 378.

BASE SALES PRICE: $229,400 FINISHED SQUARE FOOTAGE: 3,040 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms SCHOOL DIST: Sumter County BASE SALES PRICE: $158,900 FINISHED SQUARE FOOTAGE: 1,818 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms SCHOOL DIST: Richland One

SPECIAL FEATURES:

❏ Great home for entertaining! ❏ Spacious Kitchen with all the treatments, plus formal dining room! ❏ Huge loft upstairs! ❏ Large Owners Suite with impressive Owners Bath! ❏ Green Smart home!

❏ Bluetooth enabled! ❏ HERs score of 62! ❏ Come see how a new home can save you money on your energy bills! ❏ Built by the #1 builder in

Sumter! SPECIAL FEATURES:

❏ Over 1800 Sq. Ft. ❏ 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bath ❏ Main Floor Open Concept

Living ❏ Large Kitchen Island

❏ Spacious Bonus Room ❏ Walk-in Master Closet ❏ Corner Pantry ❏ Luxury Living on an Economy

Budget

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Sales by RE/MAX Summit Sandra Ford, 803-972-3038

POCALLA SPRINGS 100 Masters Drive Sumter, SC 29154

Directions: From Loring Mill Road, left on Wedgefield Road, right on West Liberty, left on McCrays Mill Rd, right on Lewis Road, continue on Lewis go through roundabout, left on Talisker, left on 100 Masters Drive Model Home. MAIN LEVEL UPPER LEVEL

Sales by Stanley Martin Homes Katie Howser, 803-609-7692

HONEY TREE 148 Honey Tree Rd. Columbia SC 29209

Directions: Take I-26 E to I-77 North. Take Exit 9A-9B to merge onto Leesburg Rd. Turn Right onto Trotter Rd. Continue straight onto Padgett Rd. Turn Left into Honey Tree.