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Hodnett Cooper Joins Berkshire Hathaway

As the GoldenIsles News reports,

The name Hodnett Cooper Real Estate has long been a mainstay in the Golden Isles real estate market. But in the spring that will change.

The company will join Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, part of the HSF Affiliates LLC family of real estate brokerage franchise networks. In the spring, the company will officially begin operating as Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Hodnett Cooper Real Estate.

The family-owned brokerage, led by broker/owner Pat Hodnett Cooper, the daughter of its founder, operates three offices with more than 50 agents. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices is America’s fastest-growing real estate brokerage network with more than 42,350 agents and 1,270 offices admitted to the brand since its founding in September 2013.

When presented with the opportunity to join the firm, Hodnett Cooper said she jumped at the chance.

“Very few times in your life do opportunities present themselves that are life changing; this is certainly one of those times,” she said.

“I am so excited for the future of our real estate company and for what our franchise affiliation with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices will mean for our business.”

She feels that aligning the real estate brokerage with a large and recognizable firm like Berkshire Hathaway Inc. will bring good things in the years ahead.

“The name will resonate well with clients in all market segments and with real estate professionals in our area; we’re proud to represent this terrific brand and look forward to growing with the very best,” she said.

With their transition, Hodnett Cooper Real Estate agents will gain access to Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices’ Global Network Platform, a powerful tool suite focusing on lead generation, marketing support, social media, video production/distribution and more. The brand also provides national and international marketing support, listing syndication to consumer search sites in 35 countries, professional education and the exclusive Luxury Collection for high-end and resort listings.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CEO Gino Blefari is also optimistic about the move.

“Pat is a well-respected leader throughout the St. Simons Island and Golden Isles marketplace,” he said. “We are thrilled to welcome them to the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices family.”

The company’s new Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices yard signs are expected to populate the Golden Isles this spring. Hodnett Cooper Vacation Rentals, Inc., however, will continue operations as the largest vacation rental company on St. Simons Island and will not be part of the franchise affiliation.

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HGTV Dream Home 2017 on St. Simons Island

Have you heard? HGTV 2017 Dream Home is on St. Simons Island! HGTV is no stranger to St. Simons featuring our small but beautiful island on many of their shows throughout the years. St Simons was featured on Island Life, where a couple and their children from California move across country for a slow paced, more relaxed coastal lifestyle. One of Hodnett Cooper’s very own, Lisa Wilson was the Real Estate agent featured on the show to help the lovely couple find their perfect island home. In addition, St. Marys, just a few miles away was also the 2004 HGTV Dream Home. This year, in the heart of the island at Sea Palms subdivision sits the 3,600 square foot Dream Home. The home was originally built in the 1980’s but was completely remolded and turned into a modern day fairy tale. In addition to the lucky winner receiving the beautiful home they also win a Honda Pilot and $250,000 in cash, not bad right?! In previous years they have opened the Dream Homes for public tours and we are keeping our fingers crossed they will do the same this year! The contest starts December 28th and ends February 17th. You can vote twice a day every day, in years past there has never been a winner who did not vote twice a day every day… so make sure you enter daily!!! The winner of the contest will be announced in late February or early March.

HGTV 2017 Dream Home

HGTV 2017 Dream Home

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Hodnett Cooper Welcomes New Director of Marketing

Hodnett Cooper is excited to announce Catherine Maybank has joined the team as Director of Marketing. Catherine brings a wealth of knowledge from her previous experience in hospitality management, real estate marketing, and management at Frederica. In addition to her business experience Catherine holds a Bachelors of Business Administration from the University of Georgia and a Masters of Business Administration from the University of North Florida. She is a Licensed Real Estate Agent in the State of Georgia and is a 2003 Leadership Glynn Graduate.

Catherine comments, “I am excited to start a new challenge with Hodnett Cooper and look forward to working with the team to further solidify their position in the market as the #1 Vacation Rental and Real Estate Firm in the Golden Isles. I am fortunate to join such a wonderful family of professionals.”

Pat Cooper, President and Broker of Hodnett Cooper, shares, “Catherine’s experience and industry knowledge make her a key addition to the Hodnett Cooper family. Her appointment is a sign of our commitment to being the leading real estate firm and vacation rentals firm in the Golden Isles. Our plans for the future are exciting and Catherine will play a key role in implementing our vision.”

Catherine is originally from Albany, GA, but has called St. Simons home since 1993. She and her husband Steven are thrilled to be active members of the community and are blessed with two children, Anna and Lucas.

 

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Brunswick, Georgia featured in Wall Street Journal “Bargain Mansions” Article

 

On October 3, 2014, the Wall Street Journal released an article titled “Bargain Mansions: Luxury for Less” detailing markets where luxury buyers can find high-end homes in affordable cities. The homes profiled were in St. Louis, Detroit, Toledo and Brunswick, Georgia.

As the WSJ author Adam Bonislawski says, “It isn’t news that money goes further in some real estate markets than others. Just how much further, though, can be striking.”

In the Midwest and Northeast, historic homes built during a manufacturing boom have suffered along with the economy. Jed Kolko, chief economist at Trulia says “The places where we see this [kind of property] are markets that historically had a lot of industry and a lot of money but slower economic growth recently and therefore more affordable housing.”

But the bargain mansions are not limited to the Midwest and Northeast. Just a 10-minute drive from the beach, Historic downtown Brunswick, Georgia is emerging as a “low-cost alternative” to other coastal towns like Savannah, Georgia and Charleston, South Carolina. The article profiles the Desrosiers who moved from Charleston to Brunswick, getting “twice the space for half the price.”

Hodnett Cooper Real Estate Associate Broker, Katie Brown, listed the home the Desrosiers purchased. And has another historic home listed just down the block at 716 Union Street, also featured in the article.

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716 Union Street

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About the Wall Street Journal article, Katie Brown says, “this shows you get a lot of bang for your buck in Brunswick. It doesn’t hide the downfalls of living in a historic district, but shows the passion buyers have for craftsmanship, classic details and style.”

 

For more information on home values in Historic Downtown Brunswick or to learn more about current listings in Brunswick, St. Simons Island and the Golden Isles contact Hodnett Cooper Real Estate.

Katie Brown Associate Broker

Katie Brown
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Katie Brown, Associate Broker

About Katie: Katie Brown grew up in Brunswick, Georgia’s Historic District and has a familiarity of the area that only comes from being a lifelong resident. Katie is a graduate of University of Georgia where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences with an emphasis on Housing. In 2006 she brought her knowledge of the area and education to the real estate field. Katie enjoys being in a dynamic industry that focuses on relationships. Whether buying or selling, Katie makes the process enjoyable with guidance and local expertise. Katie deals with all types of property, but has a special place in her heart for historic homes.

Katie is a member at First Baptist Church of Brunswick and active in the Brunswick Junior Womens’ Club. Katie enjoys playing tennis and plays the harp. And she can often be found walking her dog, Blanche Devereaux, on the beach.

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Hodnett Cooper Voted “Best Of” by Elegant Island Living Readers

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St. Simons Island has been filling up our trophy case lately! Travel + Leisure readers named St. Simons Island “America’s Favorite Beach Town” in their annual America’s Favorite Towns Survey. Coastal Living Magazine ranked St. Simons Island among “America’s Happiest Seaside Towns.” Travel + Leisure readers also named St. Simons Island “America’s Most Romantic Town.”

While our destination is enjoying the limelight, Hodnett Cooper has some great news to report as well.

Our locally-published magazine, Elegant Island Living, conducts its own readers’ poll each year. In July, the eagerly-awaited “Best Of” awards are announced in categories including dining, shopping, cocktails, favorite landmarks and more.

For 2014, the votes are in and we are pleased to report that Hodnett Cooper Vacation Rentals was voted “Best Vacation Rentals.”

And Hodnett Cooper Real Estate was voted “Best Real Estate Firm.”

Being the best in America’s Favorite Beach Town sure feels nice. We strive to exceed expectations every day and are pleased to have earned your vote. From all of us at Hodnett Cooper Vacation Rentals and Hodnett Cooper Real Estate, thank you!

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Barron’s Identifies Sea Island, Georgia as Top Luxury Second Home Market

In a recent article in Barron’s, the financial magazine reports that luxury home sales and construction are picking up in some markets. Overall, the media sales price of $1 million-plus homes dropped 3.6%, but several markets saw substantial increases.

Barron’s identifies Sea Island, Georgia as the top luxury second home market. With median prices that increased 31.8% over the previous year, the Sea Island improvement bested other luxury markets like Palm Beach, Pebble Beach, Kiawah Island and Scottsdale.

While Sea Island, adjacent to St. Simons Island,  is a unique sub-market in the Golden Isles, the improvement spills over to our local economy and second-home sales in area neighborhoods.

Where America’s Top Retreats Stand in 2013* (for the full article and market list, click here to visit Barrons)

Retreat

Median Sales Price

% Change
1. Sea Island, Georgia

$2,175,000

+31.8%
2. Palm Beach, Florida

$3,360,500

+13.0%
3. Hanalei, Hawaii

$1,806,250

+28.2%
4. Pebble Beach, California

$1,537,500

+17.1%
5. Martha’s Vineyard, Mass

$2,306,667

+13.2%
6. Park City, Utah

$1,726,000

+13.4%
7. Vail, Colorado

$2,602,875

+7.6%
8. Kiawah Island, South Carolina

$1,650,000

+6.5%
9. Scottsdale, Arizona

$1,445,833

+4.6%

*Source: Barron’s

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South St. Simons Island – A Unique Real Estate Market

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The south end of St. Simons Island is unique with characteristics that appeal to people near and far. Known as “S1” in the Glynn County MLS, the south end of St. Simons Island is close to the beach, unique shopping and locally-owned restaurants. Today, ownership opportunities range from condominiums in the low $100s to a 6 bedroom, 7 bathroom waterfront home at $3.9 million. With vacation rental programs offering income-producing potential, it’s also an attractive market for second home ownership. Hodnett Cooper is the expert in this unique market and our Island office is conveniently located in the heart of the village area at 520 Ocean Boulevard.

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Missy Neu Joins Hodnett Cooper Real Estate, Inc

Neu_Missy_NewWebHodnett Cooper Real Estate, Inc. is pleased to announce that Missy Lane Neu has joined the leadership team as Vice President of Business Development and Associate Broker.

With over twenty years in the real estate industry in the Golden Isles, Neu is a Life Member of the Golden Isles Association of Realtors Circle of Excellence and was the “Realtor of the Year” in both 2001 and 2006. Neu served as the President of the Golden Isles Association of REALTORS in 2001 and 2005 and has served in a multitude of leadership roles at local, state and national REALTOR Associations.

As a lifelong resident of the Golden Isles, Missy actively dedicates her time and resources to organizations that make a measurable difference in strengthening the local business environment, increasing the availability of educational opportunities and improving the quality of life in Coastal Georgia. Prior to joining Hodnett Cooper Real Estate, Inc, Neu served as President and CEO of the United Way of Coastal Georgia. Under Neu’s leadership, the United Way exceeded its fundraising goals in each of her four years, raising over $6.5 million during her tenure. In addition, under her leadership, United Way of Coastal Georgia was awarded a 4-Star rating, the top award, from Charity Navigator in 2012 in recognition of strong governance and financial responsibility.

“Missy’s leadership, experience and community involvement make her an asset to the Hodnett Cooper Real Estate team,” said Pat Cooper, President and Broker. “Missy has a vision and perspective of Coastal Georgia that few others share. We are fortunate to have her on our team in both business development and listing and selling real estate.”

Missy Lane Neu holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Georgia Southern University, is a graduate of the 2008 Leadership Georgia class and is committed to the community through her involvement with the Brunswick-Golden Isles Chamber of Commerce, The United Way of Coastal Georgia and The College of Coastal Georgia.

“I am excited to rejoin the real estate industry as part of the Hodnett Cooper Real Estate team, a company that is equally ingrained the fabric of our community and a market leader,” said Neu.

Missy and her husband Marc consider themselves blessed to be natives of the beautiful Golden Isles. They share their home with two spoiled dogs and a fearless cat.

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Business Insider Names Brunswick, Georgia One of the 15 Best Housing Markets for the Next Five Years

On November 29, Business Insider released its list of the 15 Best Housing Markets for the Next Five Years. Using Fiserv Case-Shiller data, the Top 15 Cities are ranked by the projected annualized change in home prices between Q2 2012 and Q2 2017.
Brunswick, Georgia ranked based on the following data:

  • Annualized expected growth from 2012 – 2017: 7.9 percent
  • Home prices in Brunswick have tumbled 32.3 percent since their Q4 2007 peak.
  • It has a population of 112,923, an unemployment rate of 10.4 percent, and a median family income of $50,500, that is below the national median.

For the complete article and list of markets, visit Business Insider.

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