When a client writes a recommendation for your business, it is both personally and professionally rewarding. The seller had moved out of state when he contacted me, so we met over Thanksgiving weekend. He needed to make repairs that he wasn't thrilled with having to make, but it made the difference between sitting on the market stagnant, or receiving multiple offers. He did everything I asked of him. Here's what my client said:  Pat was the second agent I worked with after attempting to sell my property for six months with another agent came to frustrating results.To summarize, Pat sold the property in less than two months and I couldn't be happier to have selected her! Here is what you can expect from Pat: • Proactive, go-getter o Within first two weeks of signing with her, she staged ... 02/18/2020

The Central MS Realtors 5K Color Run, held Saturday, February 23, was a success. The rain held off until mid afternoon, so we dodged the deluge of rain.The Fun Run and 5K benefited Sunnybrook Childrens Home. Mix 98.7 and Y101 broadcasted live on site, while food trucks and a DJ were available after the race. Home base was the parking lot at Fondren Baptist Church.Color stations were set up along the route and volunteers took pleasure in dousing participants with non-toxic colored powder. Front Gate Realty Participants include Selena Lovejoy, Jeffrey Dillon, Shellye Barnes (kneeling), Pat Starnes, Sandye Blalock, Mary Evelyn Breland, Jennifer Murray, Mercedes Smith and Nikki Duncan. Realtor Pat Starnes and Attorney James Renfroe pose before the race Thanks to the sponsors who made the Ka... 02/23/2019

While showing homes in Belhaven, I noticed the Japanese Magnolias in full bloom. I've always heard them referred to as "tulip trees". Their beautiful pink blossoms indicate Spring will arrive soon. (It won't be soon enough!) The same day, I was greeted by a funky musician propped beside the mailbox. Since Belhaven is known for its historic neighborhoods, art and cultural opportunities, this guy was right at home.  It's fun to capture interesting photos while touring neighborhoods and showing homes to clients. I hope you enjoy. Learn more about Belhaven by visiting Greater Belhaven. Search homes for sale in Central Mississippi  02/20/2019

Front Gate Realty is participating in the Central MS Realtors Kaleidoscope 5K Color Run Saturday, February 23rd at 9 a.m. There is still time to register for the 5k or Fun Run benefiting Sunnybrook Children's Home. The entrance fee for the 5K is $40, while the one mile Fun Run is $15.Parking will be at Fondren Church (Woodland Hills Baptist Church) 3327 Old Canton Road Jackson, MS 39216. Participants are encouraged to arrive by 8 a.m. as the kids Fun Run begins at 9:00 a.m. Photos will be taken before and after the race and shared on Instagram with the hashtag #cmr5krun. I will participate in the 5K and invite anyone who is interested to join me. I'll share photos following the event. There will be a block party following the run from 10:00 a.m. until noon.  For anyone who doesn't know ... 02/19/2019

Downtown Jackson is rich with architecture from the MS State Capitol to the Governor's Mansion, and the most delightful time to tour Historic Downtown is at Christmastime. Guided tours are available at the MS Governor's Mansion throughout the year, but I had the opportunity to visit the Governor's Mansion this weekend during the 23rd Annual Christmas by Candlelight Tour.Governor Phil Bryant and First Lady Deborah Bryant were gracious to greet visitors and pose for photos in front of the 12 foot Leyland Cypress Christmas tree while piano music wafted through the halls. Miss Mississippi as well as Miss Teen Mississippi were also on hand for photos. Jolly Old Saint Nick was there, too.From left: First Lady Deborah Bryant, Marti Richardson, Pat Starnes, and Governor Phil Bryant Several hist... 12/12/2018

Belhaven Art Travel Fortification Street in Jackson MS and you'll do a double-take when you pass this two story home. I wish I knew the buildings' history, but I admire it whenever driving by.If any local Jacksonians follow my blog, please let me know the history. My internet search only reveals its' current use as an apartment building. It's located near New Stage Theater in Belhaven.  08/04/2017

Exercise has never been particularly compelling to me. I was fortunate to inherit good genes and a healthy metabolism. But as we age, metabolism slows, and Father Time introduces us to a few aches and pains we have never experienced. I wasn't ready to slow down. A few months ago, I started making small changes. I became more aware of what I ate and made healthier choices, plus I began walking. Yesterday, I completed my FIRST 5K during the Hal's St. Paddy's Day Parade in downtown Jackson! The weather was perfect, and because the scenery was beautiful, I captured a few photos along the way. Our state's capital truly has some incredible architecture. Stately trees and blooming azaleas lined our path.You can see from the outfits that dressing for St. Paddy's Day is half the fun! In fact, Ha... 03/19/2017

Unusual Yard Art ~ Mama Said There'd Be Days Like This! When I saw the unusual landscaping in the front yard of this Jackson MS home, I had to circle the block to snap this photo.I've seen creative uses of found objects before in my everyday travels, but this one may win the prize of "most unusual find".The property is located in the trendy Fondren area of Jackson.If you'd like to share your unusual yard art photos, I'd love to see them. Please send them to me, and let me know if I can borrow them for future features.  11/17/2010

Credit Repair in Mississippi National Credit Fixers: 330 Roberts Street Suite 402 East Hartford CT 06108 phone: 860-282-6181. National Credit Fixers boasts of 14 years experience repairing low FICO scores. Whether your credit has been damaged by a foreclosure, bankruptcy, slow credit, collections, judgments, repossessions, etc. we can help. We are the experts in credit restoration and credit repair. We have helped numerous residents of Mississippi and are experts in Mississippi credit repair. National Credit Fixers boasts of 14 years experience repairing low FICO scores. Whether your credit has been damaged by a foreclosure, bankruptcy, slow credit, collections, judgments, repossessions, etc. we can help. We are the experts in credit restoration and repair.  When your whole life depends... 10/31/2010

Come enjoy chili at the Keller Williams Chili Cook-Off on November 18th in Jackson, MS at the Mississippi Ag Museum. Our local Keller Williams Realty office is sponsoring the 3rd Annual Chili Cook-Off as a fundraiser to support our national non-profit organization.  KW Cares is a charitable corporation designed to assist Keller Williams associates and their immediate family members in case of emergency or hardship. Not only does KW Cares support its own members financially through personal tragedy or hardships, but KW Cares also donates to other charities, like M.D. Anderson Cancer Center. Tickets for the Chili Cook-Off are $5.00 and can be purchased in advance or at the door. Teams will compete for bragging rights (and trophy) for the best chili. Area celebrity judges will select the f... 10/27/2010

Mistletoe Marketplace, a Jackson Shopping Tradition, is coming to MS Trade Mart November 4-6, 2010. This event, sponsored by The Junior League of Jackson, is a three-day shopping extravaganza that marks the beginning of the holiday season. Over 160 merchants from across the U.S. bring their wares and artwork to sell at Mistletoe Marketplace. Speaking from personal experience, this is a must attend event, and a terrific opportunity to secure some unique and treasured Christmas presents from talented artisans. General admission begins Thursday, November 4th from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday's hours will be 11 a.m. - 8 p.m., and Saturday shopping will be from 9-5 p.m. Admission is $10 per day, or a three-day pass can be purchased for $20. Buy tickets here for Mistletoe Marketplace. Check the M... 10/25/2010

Mississippi's 151st State Fair is underway at the Mississippi Coliseum and State Fairgrounds in Jackson MS. The fair opened Wednesday, October 6th and will remain open until the 17th.                                 A group of KW agents went during lunch today to consume corn dogs, fried potatoes, grilled corn on the cob, and of course, funnel cakes. If there is any doubt as to this author's personal favorite, check out this photo. (If you don't believe me, you should see the dusting of powdered sugar in my car!) Some of the entertainers for the 2010 MS State Fair include Hank Williams, Jr., Boyz II Men, Ronnie Milsap, and 38 Special. General admission to the fair is $5.00 for adults, but if you go before 1:00 p.m., there is no charge for entrance or parking. Daytime termperatures may b... 10/08/2010

The Historic King Edward Hotel, a landmark to many local Jacksonians, is open once again after a major rehabilitation that began in 2008 and was completed in 2009. Now known as the Hilton Garden Inn, the hotel has 186 hotel rooms and 64 luxury apartments, in addition to a coffee shop, restaurant, and lounge. The King Edward Hotel is rich in history. The original structure was built in 1861 but was destroyed two years later during the Civil War. A second structure, built on the same site a few years later, became a popular meeting place for social and political affairs in the late 1880s to early 1920s. In 1923, the second structure was demolished to make room for the 12-story building that occupies the space today. Although the King Edward Hotel was a meeting place for many political eve... 07/16/2010

OK, folks! It's time for the annual Mal's St. Paddy's Day Parade and Sweet Potato Queens March in downtown Jackson MS! This event is so much fun and draws over 50,000 people (surely a conservative estimate) annually. Mark your calendar...the date is Saturday, March 20 at 1 p.m. for the parade, but there are activities all weekend long that benefit Blair E. Batson Children's Hospital. Enjoy some of the photos from last year's festivities, and have a wonderful St. Paddy's Day weekend! 03/17/2010

Selling your home is a huge decision.  It will be one of the biggest decisions of your life. Therefore, to maximize your gain, you need to be sure your Jackson, MS home is in great condition when it comes time to place it on the market.  If it's not in the best possible condition, you most likely won't get the best value out of it.  There are several things you should do to your home prior to placing it on the market.  And although no two home sales are exactly the same, many of the selling steps are similar.  Here is a basic outline that will help you understand what to expect during the sales process:  * The decision to sell - Once you decide to sell your home, it will become a financial asset you will be moving away from.  At this point, you have determined it's time to sell your pro... 03/08/2010

It's finally time for the biggest party in Jackson, Mississippi.  The Mal's St. Paddy's Parade is just weeks away, set for March 20th.  The parade will begin its roll through downtown Jackson at 1:00 pm.  And, this year's theme is "It Ain't Easy Being Green." The parade will begin its route from State Street to Capitol Street, from Capitol Street to Lamar Street, from Lamar Street to Court Street, and from Court Street back to State Street.  This is the second year the parade will take this route. There will also be lots of events to participate in throughout the day.  Here is a complete line-up the day's events: * 8:00 am - St. Paddy's Day Run begins at Bancorp South Building at Capitol and State Streets.  All runs including the 5k Run, 5k walk and 1 mile fun run will be included. * 9:... 03/01/2010

As the first month of 2010 has already come and gone, it seems that a growing trend with aging Mississippi home buyers has already begun.  The most current trend shows that aging Mississippi buyers want comfortable, easy maintenance homes with the master bedroom on the first-floor. It's looking as though the baby boomer generation is now hitting their 50+ years.  And these baby boomers make up around 28% of the population with very interesting statistics.  BabyBoomerMagazine.com says this group is wealthier than any other in the nation, accounts for 40% of consumer demand and controls almost 70% of the total net worth of American households. When MetLife Mature Market Institute did a survey on people between ages 55 - 64, they found some interesting data and strong similarities.  Accord... 02/01/2010

Price: $119,900 FIZBER.com ID 13678273 Single Family with 2 bed, 1.5 bath, in 790 Lorraine Jackson, MS, 39202 http://www.fizber.com/13678273/ 790 Lorraine - For Sale By Owner Property Details: Type: Single Family Address: 790 Lorraine, Jackson, MS, 39202 Sq footage: 1100.0 Floors: n/a Bathrooms: 1.5 Bedrooms: 2 Year built: 1940 View full property details and seller's contacts. View more Mississippi homes for sale. Homes for Sale by Owner. Description: Completely Remodeled, 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, 1 half bath, hardwood floors and ceramic tile, family room, kitchen with stainless appliances, concrete countertops, dining room, laundry room, front and back decks, privacy fenced yard. This home is a must see and will move fast. More Photos: 01/27/2010

Price: $239,900 FIZBER.com ID 13678274 Single Family with 3 bed, 2.0 bath, in 5324 Suffolk Jackson, MS, 39211 http://www.fizber.com/13678274/ 5324 Suffolk - For Sale By Owner Property Details: Type: Single Family Address: 5324 Suffolk, Jackson, MS, 39211 Sq footage: 3100.0 Floors: n/a Bathrooms: 2.0 Bedrooms: 3 Year built: 1964 View full property details and seller's contacts. View more Mississippi homes for sale. Homes for Sale by Owner. Description: WOW!!! What a House! One owner home with great pride in ownership. Great layout and design throughout. 3 large bedrooms, 2 full baths, master suite with updated bathroom, double vanities, 2 small closets and a huge walk-in closet, formal dining room, formal living room, huge den with vaulted/beamed ceilings, pictureque window across back,... 01/13/2010

Price: $129,900 FIZBER.com ID 13678275 Single Family with 3 bed, 2.0 bath, in 428 Dunbar Street Jackson, MS, 39216 http://www.fizber.com/13678275/ 428 Dunbar Street - For Sale By Owner Property Details: Type: Single Family Address: 428 Dunbar Street, Jackson, MS, 39216 Sq footage: 1583.0 Floors: n/a Bathrooms: 2.0 Bedrooms: 3 Year built: 1940 View full property details and seller's contacts. View more Mississippi homes for sale. Homes for Sale by Owner. Description: Completely remodeled, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, den with fireplace, sun room or office, kitchen with stainless appliances, concrete countertops, and new fixtures, dining room, hardwood floors, ceramic tile, all new baths, new fixtures, all new windows, large back deck, located next to a park, this house is a must see More Photos: 01/12/2010