"Bringing people and dreams together one home at a time."

 

 

 

 





"We weren't sure if we were in the financial situation to buy, but because of Susie's knowledge and expertise, we are living our dream in our beautiful lake home.  We would definitely refer our friends to Susie."   
 
 ~Kelly and Lorraine Dedrick 

 

Understanding a real estate contract is essential for making sure the contract meets your expectations. A real estate contract is written to be easy to understand, but as a legally binding contract, it's important that you understand what you are signing. Misinterpretation can be costly, and once signed you limit your options for making changes later.

When buying or selling a home, be sure to discuss the aspects of the contract, including what items are part of the sale. When in doubt, I am more than happy to answer any questions you may have about the specifics of your contract.  My ultimate goal is to make the process as simple and pain-free as I can for you.

Sincerely,

Susie and Nichola

 #1 Green On Ponce de Leon Golf Course!
 
14 Ponce de Leon Circle
$224,000
3 Bed / 2 Bath
2186 Approx. Sq. Ft.
Built 2000
MLS# 17033764


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Location! Location! Location! Drive your golf cart to 4 courses. Enjoy watching them putt on the #1 green of the Ponce de Leon Golf Course from your deck with cart path on the other side. Cooper Cambridge plan with built ins in the breakfast area, divided bedrooms, good size side load garage and level drive way. Large windows bring the view in to the home as well and allow you to enjoy all the natural beauty of the Village.
  

Spacious, Updated Townhome!

 60 Perralena Way
$79,900
3 bed /2 bath
1784 SF
Built 1976
MLS #18002600





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Are you looking for a great rental opportunity, week end get away or full time residence -  this updated townhome is waiting for you. Spacious unit were the remodeling has been done. Main floor master with two guest bedrooms on lower level.  Abundant storage! Being sold furnished so all you will need is your toothbrush to begin enjoying all the Village amenities. Conveniently located to the West Gate conveniences of restaurants, golf, lake, shopping and medical. Walking distance to trails and DeSoto Marina.


If it's not in the written contract, it may not be part of the sale.


The day has finally come.  You've signed every last closing document and you're standing in the living room of your new home.  You make your way into the kitchen and you realize it looks different.  There is a gaping hole where the stainless steel, Wi-fi-enabled  refrigerator once stood.  It had been a major selling point.  You were torn between this home and a similar one down the street, but this one had the awesome frig and outdoor, custom fire pit.  You look outside to check for the pit and there it is, a perfectly round patch of scorched earth.  
 
It's no secret that social media and the internet have drastically changed the way real estate is bought and sold.  More often than not, people are starting their search online.  Buyers scour MLS listings, brokerage-firm websites, social media posts and sites such as Zillow and Trulia to learn more about properties. Just because an item appears in the listing, doesn't necessarily mean it is included.  If it's not in the written contract between the buyer and seller, it can become a problem.  

The message to buyers and sellers is simple:  Avoid heartaches, headaches and complaints by b eing sure to discuss these subjects with your agent and reducing the exact agreement of the parties in writing, even when it comes to refrigerators and fire pits.  

 
~Courtesy of House to House, ARA


Buyers, Sellers both have options when home inspector finds problems.


 
You have signed a purchase contract for a home and made your offer contingent upon getting a satisfactory report from a home inspector.  The inspection report states the home has major plumbing problems, which will cost about $6,400 to repair.  Is the seller required to pay for the work because your offer was contingent on an inspection?

The answer is no.  The seller is not obligated to make the repairs in order to close the sale.

An inspection contingency allows buyers to cancel a sale and get their deposit/earnest money back if the report uncovers previously undetected problems, such as a badly leaking roof or a plumbing system that needs a complete overhaul.  It does NOT, however, require a seller to fix any problems that the inspector might find.  When problems are discovered, buyers have four basic options:

  • Renegotiate with the seller to have the needed repairs made before close.
  • Ask for a lower sales price so the buyer will have the money to make the repairs after moving in.
  • Purchase the property "as is".
  • Cancel the sale and have their deposit/earnest money returned.

If you still want the house, contact two or three professional plumbing companies and ask for written estimates for the cost of the work.  Then, you can show these bids to the seller in an effort to make him pay for some or all of the work, or to maybe lower the price so you can afford to take care of the problem after you move in.

If the seller won't renegotiate, you'll have to decide if you accept the home in its current condition and pay for the repairs yourself, or to instead exercise your contingency to cancel the sale and demand that your deposit/earnest money be returned.



                                         ~Courtesy of About Real Estate by David Myers                                          

Free Upcoming HSV Events                   Click HERE for tickets.

*If you would like to stay up-to-date on Village news and happenings, click HERE  to sign up on the Property Owners Association website.*

Green Market, Arts and Crafts:
The farmer's market is now closed until the first Thursday of May 2018. Thanks to everyone who shopped and sold produce this season!  
 
 
 
 
 
 


Waypoint and the Desoto Marina Have New Hours!
Desoto Marina & Waypoint - 120 Marina Road
Fall/Winter Hours: The Waypoint is now open seven days a week from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., with grill items available from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Hot dogs and chicken salad may be purchased until 4 p.m. Watercraft may be rented at the marina until 2 p.m. so that rental items may be used and returned by 4 p.m. 


Lake DeSoto Sunset Cruises:  DeSoto Marina now offers Sunset Cruises on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, beginning at approximately 30 minutes before sunset. There is a four guest minimum and eight guest maximum per cruise. Exact start times vary depending on the time of sunset on a given day. The cost is $10 per person. To arrange a cruise or to inquire about times, please call DeSoto Marina at 501-922-5511. 


Friends of the Coronado Center Library (FOCCL) would like to assist
Houston residents in rebuilding the Harris County Library System.  Many books and materials were lost during Hurricane Harvey.  Please be the generous book lovers that you are and contribute to this worthy cause.  FOCCL will match your contributions up to $2,000.  Contributions can be made at the library.  

2018 Library Cards  can be purchased at the library or the POA.  If purchased from the POA, please show the orange library card to the library volunteers during your first visit of the New Year so they can update your account.


Martial Arts Fitness
Coronado Fitness Center - 160 Ponderosa Way
Monday Evenings (on-going) - 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
First month 50% off.  $50 per month after initial month,  Contact Victor Rodriguez at 501-240-5179 or [email protected].  Click here to view flyer.


 
HSV Escape Room - Island Excursion Gone Bad!
Coronado Community Center - 150 Ponderosa Lane
January - March 15, 2018
You left your cruise ship to go on a one-day excursion on an island beach;  swimming and snorkeling - having fun.  Now it's one hour before you need to return to the cruise ship and board. So, you get out of the water only to find your beach bag is missing- no wallet and no passport.  Good luck finding your beach bag within the hour!  Call 501-922-5050 to book your excursion.


Diabetes Empowerment Education Program (DEEP) 
Coronado Community Center - 150 Ponderosa Ln Mondays, January 8 - February 12, 2018 - 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
  Classes meet every Monday for six weeks.  This program is free, but registration is required. To register, please call Oaklawn Center on Aging at 501-623-0020.


Branson's Cassandre' and Timothy Haygood
Woodlands Auditorium - 1101 Desoto Boulevard
Friday, February 2, 2018 - 7:00 p.m.
The Kiwanis Club of Greater Hot Springs Village presents Cassandre' and Friends starring Cassandre' Haygood, "The Voice of an Angel", and featuring Tim Haygood, lead performer in The Haygoods show in Branson.  Come join us at the Woodlands Auditorium on February 2, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. General Admission tickets are $25.


John McEuen & Friends: Will the Circle Be Unbroken
Woodlands Auditorium - 1101 Desoto Boulevard
Sunday February 4, 2018 - 6:00 p.m.
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band's founding member John McEuen has assembled a unique cast for a special night to share the music and memories of the landmark platinum album "Will the Circle Be Unbroken" and the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band's incredible career.  His multi-media show with archival photographs, film, 'Circle' session photos and early NGDB music take us on their incredible 50-year journey - interwoven with Dirt Band favorites, hot bluegrass, rare early NGDB music, and music from his new album "Made in Brooklyn."  Join John and Friends as they share hits and stories behind the music, especially that of "Will the Circle Be Unbroken," a Grammy Hall of Fame album that the Library of Congress lists as one of the most important American Recordings.   The POA invites all ticket holders to present their ticket at Granada Grill for 10% off dinner before the show!  Click  here  for a glance at what this evening in acoustic overdrive holds for you.  Tickets are $25, $27.50, and $30.  Hover your mouse over the section to see seat pricing. 


Knee Pain Breakthrough Seminar
Coronado Fitness Center - 160 Ponderosa Lane
Saturday, February 3, 2018 - 10:00 a.m.
Do you suffer from Knee Pain?  Have you tried drugs, shots, or even surgery with little to no relief?  Attend the Knee Pain Breakthrough Seminar to discover a painless, non-surgical approach to treatment offered at Arkansas Spine & Joint Pain Clinic.  Click HERE for more information! Sign up now! Limited seating.
Sign up at http://arspinejointpain.com/kneeseminar/ or call (501) 881-4407.


Desoto Club Event - Common Ground Band
DeSoto Club - 100 Clubhouse Drive
Saturday, February 3, 2018 - 6:30 p.m.
An eclectic blend of folk, Celtic, bluegrass, early rock and country.  This is a free event.  See you at the Desoto club! 


HS/HSV Symphony Guild: A Magical Evening
Coronado Community Center - 150 Ponderosa Lane
Friday, February 9, 2018 - 5:30 p.m.
The Hot Springs/Hot Springs Village Symphony Guild invites you to a sophisticated and fun filled evening at the Coronado Community Center on February 9, 2018 beginning with cocktails at 5:30 p.m. The evening includes a wine pull, an amazing magician, a musical minstrel, and enticing auction items, followed with an elegant meal prepared by Chef Johnna. Tickets are $50.00 per person with tables of eight.


HSV Audubon Meeting
Coronado Community Center - 150 Ponderosa Lane
Friday, February 9, 2018 - 10:00 a.m.
HSV Audubon will host Janet Carson presenting "Planting/Gardening for Birds" with specific plants and gardening/landscaping tips, on Friday, February 9, 10:00 a.m. in the Coronado Center Auditorium.  HSV Audubon welcomes visitors to their monthly programs, at no charge. For more information visit their website hsvbirds.org or call Karen Geiger 501-922-0645.


"The Heart Within" Water-Soluble Pastel Painting Class for the Beginning
Artist
Ponce de Leon Center - 1101 Desoto Boulevard
Saturday, February 10, 2018 - 9:00 a.m.
This class is designed for you to be able to release the artistic spirit within you that you've always wanted to explore.  Click here for details.  Registration for this class is $30.00 plus $7.00 for supplies and is limited to 25 artists.


Country Dancers with Scotty Mack
Coronado Community Center - 150 Ponderosa Lane
Saturday, February 10, 2018 - 7:00 p.m.
Music starts at 7:00 p.m. with the bar open at 6:30 p.m.
Free dance lesson at 6:45--Couples line dance "The Cotton Eye Joe"
 
Valentine's Day with Ken and Jackie
Coronado Community Center - 150 Ponderosa Lane
Wednesday, February 14, 2018 - 6:30 p.m.
Valentine's Day presented by Ken Goodman and Jackie Beaumont. Come and enjoy an evening of Love, Laughs, and Phenomenal Music by two of the best entertainers in Central Arkansas. Ken and Jackie are coming together to entertain you with their amazing talents of music, comedy and will have you on your feet to dance the night away. The tickets for the show are $35.00 per person which includes dinner (served at 6:30 p.m.), show, and dancing. It is a night that will have the Village talking.


HSVCA: Presley, Perkins, Lewis & Cash
Woodlands Auditorium - 1101 Desoto Boulevard
Wednesday - Friday, February 14 - 16, 2018 - 7:30 p.m.
Presley, Perkins, Lewis & Cash pays tribute to and celebrates the legendary artists Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis & Johnny Cash.  You will get the feeling you're a witness to a rock and roll royalty jam session with the music and talent that has stood the test of time. From "Blue Suede Shoes" and "Hound Dog" to 'Great Balls of Fire" and "Walk the Line" the show energizes and exudes pure 1950s rock and roll. Woodlands Auditorium, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $30.00.


Meet and Greet - Special Escape Room Night!
Coronado Community Center - 150 Ponderosa Lane
Thursday, February 15, 2018 - 5:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
For couples and singles in the Village who don't have their own escape team --join us for this special escape room "Meet and Greet" and take on "Island Excursion Gone Bad".  To reserve your spot, go to hsvticketsales.com or call 501-922-5050. Tickets are discounted from the normal $15 to $10 for this event only.  Click here for more information.


Merry Mixers - Village Big Band - Valentine's Dance
Coronado Community Center - 150 Ponderosa Lane
Saturday, February 17, 2018 - 7:00 p.m. 
Doors and bar open at 6:30 p.m.; Dance lesson at 7:00 p.m.; Band takes stage at 7:30 p.m.  $10.00 at the door.  Call 501-915-8111 for more information.


The Wild Frontier: What Made the West Wild
Coronado Community Center - 150 Ponderosa Lane
Tuesday, February 20, 2018 - 1:00 p.m.
This is a two part class that will meet on Tuesday, February 20th and Tuesday, February 27th.  $39.00 per person.


Life Line Screening Event
Woodlands Auditorium Lobby - 1101 Desoto Boulevard
Wednesday, February 21, 2018 
Click here to see flyer or call 888-653-6450 to pre-register.


Bebopper Dance
Coronado Community Center - 150 Ponderosa Lane
Saturday, February 24, 2018 - 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Cash bar...bring food...period dress optional.  $5 at the door.


HSVCF Presents "The Liverpool Legends"
Woodlands Auditorium - 1101 Desoto Boulevard
Tuesday, February 27, 2018 - 7:30 p.m.
Hot Springs Village Community Foundation's 13th Annual Benefit Concert is proud to present a return performance by "The Liverpool Legends", sponsored by Ike Eisenhauer State Farm Insurance. This Branson based act is made up of 4 incredibly talented musicians hand-picked by Louise Harrison, sister of the late George Harrison of the Beatles.  They will bring the complete Beatles experience!  Reserved seats are only $25. Proceeds from this concert will benefit local non-profits.

Events Around Arkansas

Looking for something fun to do? Click here to search the events shared online by the Arkansas Department of Parks & Tourism, using a handy search feature that allows you to customize the dates, city/region, distance, and category of events you're looking for. It's a great way to find a reason to get out and explore our beautiful state! 


Bacon Penne Alfredo

Ingredients
16 ounces uncooked penne
1 (16oz) pkg. sliced bacon
1 (8oz) package sliced fresh mushrooms
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup grated parmesan
2 cups whipping cream
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/2 cup sliced green onions

*Cook pasta according to package directions.  
 
*Cook bacon in a large skillet until crisp, drain on paper towels.  Reserve 2 tablespoons of drippings in skillet.  Crumble bacon and set aside.
 
*Saute mushrooms and garlic in hot drippings for about 3 minutes or until tender.
 
*Stir in pasta, Parmesan cheese, whipping cream and pepper.
 
*Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer, uncovered, until sauce is thickened, stirring often.

*Stir in crumbled bacon and sliced green onions; serve immediately.

**Makes 4 to 6 servings**
 
 
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GOLF DEPARTMENT 

Golf Course Maintenance: As the temperatures drop, it signals the beginning of the season where frost delays may occur. Frost is frozen dew that has formed on the grass, making it hard and brittle. When frost is present, Golf Course Superintendents delay play until the frost has melted. This is done to prevent damage that affects the quality of the playing surface and could potentially be very expensive to repair.

Shotgun Season: This will begin on Wednesday, December 1. Balboa, Granada, and Magellan golf courses will start at 11 a.m. each day. Please see member portal for instructions on lottery requests during shotgun season. 
 
Twilight Golf:   Twilight golf now begins at 1:00 for members and 2:00 for the public.   The Twilight rate will be offered to members, their families, and accompanied guests.
 
On-site Golf Cart Service: Jerry Pate Company will offer specialized preventive maintenance service for members with private golf carts, at Magellan Golf Club, on Wednesday, January 10, by appointment only.  Click here to review services and costs. Email [email protected] to pre-register.

Golf Rates:  Pricing for members, accompanied member guests, and family is posted on the member portal home screen. Click   here  for daily golf rates at all HSV golf courses.


Snowman Tournament:  The 2018 MGA Snowman Tournament will be held Tuesday, February 13 at Granada instead of Isabella. The shotgun start will be at 10 a.m. Deadline for sign-up is Wednesday, February 7. Click here for an entry form. Please sign up in the Golf Department. 


Medical Flags:  To save property owners money, Medical Flags will no longer be needed. After discussions with members, Director of Agronomy Gary Myers, the Golf Committee and the Golf Department, we will give golfers more opportunities to ride on the golf courses, weather permitting. The discontinuation of the Medical Flag program is not the removal of a benefit, but rather represents a choice not to charge anyone for a flag that does not provide an added value as a return on the expense. 


HSV State Weeks: 
Invite your friends and family to play and save in Hot Springs Village! Guests who play during their designated state's week play at member rates. This includes golf fees, fitness center day passes and tennis court reservations. The 2017 HSV State Weeks calendar is available online. 
Click Here to view the calendar and learn more about the program.
  

Nine Hole Reservations:
Golfers may now book 9-hole tee times in advance of the day of play beginning at Noon (12:00 p.m.) the day Prior to The Day of Play. For reservations you may call Central Tee Times at 501-922-2858 or the Pro Shops. The fees will be 9-hole green fees and 9-hole cart fees


A Troon Golf Destination
Hot Springs Village has always been a golfer's destination, and now to keep its golf program at the top of its game, HSV recently teamed with Troon Golf, the industry's leader in upscale golf courses. As one of the newest additions to the Troon family of golf destination, Hot Springs Village delivers an exceptional golf experience! Plus, Village members can take advantage of the  Troon Member Advantage Program and have access to upscale courses around the world.

Troon apps are available for seven of our nine courses. The apps have many benefits and extras: Scorecards, Facebook link, GPS caddie and pro tips, range finder, swing tips, weather, Troon special offers and the ability to book tee times through the PlayOST app! For Apple smart phones and tablets, search by the Golf Course Name for the free app in the Apple Store and then download. For Android smart phones and tablets, search and download from the Play Store. Or access them easily via key links on each individual golf course page.


Ouachita Sports Trail
Eight of the nine golf courses in Hot Springs Village are part of the Ouachita Sports Trail, spotlighting the best outdoor recreation in the area. Swing through as many as 207 holes of golf at some of the best courses in the state: Two in Hot Springs, one in Glenwood and eight in Hot Springs Village. Book your tee times online at great rates and sign up for exclusive golf specials.


Hot Springs Village Visitor App:
HSVPOA announces our "new" HSV Visitor App. Benefits of the free apps include: 
  • Community event calendar and tickets.
  • Book tee times or link to our golf course apps featuring scorecards, pro golf tips and more.
  • Explore local attractions.
  • Real-time social media interaction.
  • Village map, attraction directions and GPS-based car locator feature.
  • HSV photo gallery.
  • Rate your stay survey.
  • Weather checker.
Download our new HSV Visitor App today. Search 
"Hot Springs Village" for the free App in the Apple Store then download.

HSV Golf Apps:
Bring your game to a new level. Download Free HSV Golf Apps courtesy of Troon Golf. For Apple smart phones and tablets, search by the golf course name for the App in the Apple Store then download. For Android smart phones and tablets, search and download from the Play Store.The App features and benefits include: Scorecards, Facebook link, Book Tee Times through the app via PlayOST, GPS, Caddie and Pro Tips, Range Finder, Swing Tips, Weather and Troon special offers. Apps are available for all HSV courses, except Coronado. 
  
For information on the many other recreational activities, such as the Dog Park, fitness center, beaches, lakes, fishing, tennis, pickleball, and many more, click Here.

Sound decisions can only be made with accurate and reliable information, and I am happy to be a trusted resource for you. Thank you for the opportunity to provide you with my monthly Newsletter. I look forward to answering any questions you may have and the opportunity to be your REALTOR®.

I Love Referrals!
Please contact me if your friends or family members would appreciate my services or would like to join my emailing list. I know the HSV market well and I can show and sell any home here.
 

Susie Burns, GRI

Realtor
Office: 501-922-3777
Fax: 501-922-4066
Toll Free: 888-828-9478
Cell (direct): 501-922-8989

Visit My Website for information, photos, and links to the Village and surrounding area as well as listings in the MLS and a link to my past newsletters.
 
 " The Susie Burns Team"
Susie & Nichola 


Links and Information

A look at the POA, Fitness Center, Golf, Woodlands Auditorium & Coronado Community Center events.
 
Recreation fees for property owners and guests.

  
  
Pickle Ball   
  
Trails 
  
 
HSV outdoor enthusiasts who want to play and explore, providing exciting outdoor opportunities for residents and sponsored guest.
 
 

Order tickets online and have them emailed directly to you.

Golf
For any and all HSV golf information.

State Weeks 
Info on golf in the Village for non-property owners!!

The latest issue of RE/MAX Homes for sale in the Village. I can show and sell anything in this issue as well as all property listed for sale in the Village.
Videos of Village residents from around the country.

View the masterplan and other Village information.
 
The day-to-day running of the POA is handled by an average of 500 employees assigned to one of six departments: Administration, Golf, Planning & Inspections, Public Safety, Public Works and Recreation & Club Services. POA job openings here.
 
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