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Savannah's very own local leaders in new home construction, Hallmark Custom Homes and Jerry C. Wardlaw Construction have teamed up again to give residents pride in the new master planned communities being developed.

Homeowners know when they buy a new home in one of Landmark 24 communities that they are dealing with local builders and people who care about quality and value for the Savannah area, and who are committed to a pleasing environment, family safety, and maintaining their investment in southern living.

Architectural excellence, quality, value, and individual choices for families are evident in these design-built homes of the future. One can attain an easy lifestyle among peaceful, natural surroundings, long winding roads, and country club amenities.

"Today's buyer has become much more sophisticated and demand high quality and design in construction," noted Steve Hall of Hallmark Custom Homes. "We strive to deliver both architectural quality in our communities along with meeting their desires for lifestyle amenities and a convenient location to schools and shopping."

In a Landmark 24 master planned community, families will live in a prime location that is increasing in value daily, as this major industrial and real estate boom continues in Chatham, Bryan and nearby counties of Greater Savannah.

In one of the fastest growing areas of the Coastal Empire, Landmark 24 developed communities include single family homes, some of which you will find at The Villages at Godley Station, The Villages at Berwick, and Bradley Point South. Forest Lakes, a private, gated community features estate homes and patio homes. The award winning Forest Lakes Model Home, built by award winning builder, Steve Hall of Hallmark Custom Homes, another partner of Landmark 24 master planned communities, showcase exquisite custom designs that a buyer can buy as their truly new dream home.

With a focus on variety for every homeowner, new home buyers make choices from more than a dozen flexible floor plans, house designs, and upgrade options in this upscale community.

Landmark 24 master planned communities are near major economic development centers where many new strip malls, office buildings, restaurants and service businesses are now built or under construction. All of the communities are minutes from downtown Savannah, I-16, and I-95. Some are a short drive to the Savannah/Hilton International airport.

Last Thursday evening on April 28th, Landmark 24 held their first broker party for the Board of Realtors and special guests. The party was held at The Villages of Godley Station clubhouse where guests were entertained by live music, delicious food, and a trolley ride to the private, gated- community Forest Lakes' clubhouse and the Parade of Homes Forest Lakes Model. "We are really excited to offer an incentive program to agents who support Landmark 24 communities. We really look forward to seeing them soon with their clients," said Judy Nease Ganem, Sales Director for the Northside communities. This incentive program is the New Homes Seller's Club that gives agents a cash gift for closing on new homes in Landmark 24 communities.

Homeowner Value and lasting Quality -- the #1 Objectives of Landmark 24 master planned communities

We were thrilled to find a home so quickly," commented Shannon and Frank, who recently moved into a new homes community built by JCW Construction, one of the partners of Landmark 24 master planned communities. "I particularly loved the spacious floor plan. It is so open and the cathedral ceilings give us a feeling of freedom. We have room to have a climbing tree for our cat near one of the half round windows."

"As a first time homebuyer, we love the built-in area for a media center above the fireplace," Shannon said, "and the extended patio for outdoor entertaining." Frank acknowledged both of them found the neighbors warm and friendly. "I like to run, and I find running around the neighborhood a pleasant experience. Everything is new, easy to keep clean, and people take care of their property," Frank said.

Jerry C. Wardlaw, President of JCW Construction and builder member of the year, stated, "We want to provide value, comfort, and affordability to families. The lifestyle of a new homeowner today requires a serene community with the pleasurable, maintenance-free amenities of country club living."

These maintenance-free amenities include a large clubhouse, fitness center, resort style pool, playgrounds and playground equipment for children, and tennis courts. Jack Wardlaw, Vice President of JCW and the Homebuilders Association of Greater Savannah added, "We strive to meet the needs and desires of young professionals, families with young children, and even retired couples who look forward to less demanding yard work. We have a community for every family's budget and wishes across Chatham County and nearby counties."

Landmark 24 sales agents are there to guide prospective buyers--some of whom are first-time buyers who are probably making the largest investment of their lives--into easy, attainable, and affordable homeownership.

The agents are experienced, home-grown professionals, and many of them live in these communities. Sales Director, Steve Petro, leads agents in the Southside communities. They are there to answer frequently asked questions and advise families on aspects of the area so familiar to them. They know the school system and other educational opportunities, as well as the whereabouts of local community organizations, veterinarians, and services close to home.

"We offer true value," said Petro who has been in the real estate business for over 25 years. "We are making people happy."