Harbor Club Blog

In celebration of the upcoming Masters tournament, and our famed Masters Week at Harbor Club on Lake Oconee, we wanted to share some fun facts regarding the event. Just an hour away from us, Augusta National Golf Club is the famous site for the Masters. Believe it or not, 2016 marks the 80th year of the tournament, one of the biggest golf championships in the world. With so many years of rich history, there are plenty of interesting facts to share, some of which will surprise you.

If you are planning to retire soon, is Georgia on your mind? If not, it really should be. It’s not just the sunny, warm weather that makes people flock to the Peach State. Georgia has a lot going for it, particularly for retirees who desire to stretch their income and get the most bang for their buck. Georgia is very tax-friendly, especially for retirees So much so, that Kiplinger Magazine rated it #5 on it’s list of 10 Most Tax-Friendly States for Retirees. Here are some interesting statistics to keep in mind:

We are so excited to introduce to you Kathy Phillips, our new Director of Sales for Harbor Club on Lake Oconee! Kathy, with her 30 years of sales expertise, will be handling several important strategic tasks to help continue the upward momentum of the real estate sales at our unique community. Since we are now celebrating our 25th year of successful operation, Kathy will be busy creating fresh, new sales and marketing plans and residential product recommendations that will introduce and attract even more great people to Harbor Club. If that wasn’t enough, Kathy will also be providing support for loan financing coordination and the recruiting and training of our sales support team. She’s going to be one busy lady! One of the many things we love about Kathy is her a wealth of expertise and knowledge in the real estate industry. Prior to working at Harbor Club, Kathy was the On-Site Sales Specialist for The Georgia Club. From 2012 to 2015 she sold an impressive $41.8 million in new and resale homes at that prestigious Atlanta community. Kathy has also earned multiple awards and accolades in her professional career. Here are just a few:

Deciding on a first, or even a second home is one that requires a tremendous amount of thought and due diligence. It’s almost like buying a stock, with the exception of the fact that you don’t actually LIVE in a stock certificate! So it’s that much more important that you choose wisely, not only for yourself but for your family too.

Have you been to the Clubhouse Restaurant at Harbor Club lately for a meal? If not, you’re in for a real treat. Not only has our decor been refreshed, so has our menu, thanks much in part to our fantastic new Executive Chef, David Butler. You’ll find our delectable dishes better than ever!

If you are lucky enough to live at Harbor Club at Lake Oconee, then you already know that it comes with tons of wonderful benefits. For those that are not quite as fortunate (yet!), here are the top reasons why you should consider taking up residence here ASAP: