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by Blake Jarrett, Galingayle

Galingayle, a private lake club and equestrian Lake Oconee community continues pre-development success with over $4 million in real estate sales reservations and only 11 founding memberships remaining.

Madison, GA — June 30, 2008 — Galingayle, a private lake club and equestrian Lake Oconee community continues its early success in the competitive market for lakefront homes in the Atlanta area. Located just an hour east of Atlanta and 15 minutes from downtown Madison, GA, Galingayle enjoys more than 300 acres and nearly two miles of pristine waterfront real estate near the northern end of Lake Oconee. To date, Galingayle has filled all but 11 of the available reservations in their Founder Program, with incentives worth up to $70,000 on a limited collection of waterfront homesites, multi-acre equestrian estates and private lakeside cottages.

The centerpiece of the community’s private Lake Club will be a 90-slip marina on Lake Oconee’s widest and best waters for skiing and wakeboarding. The Lake Club’s grand lakeside Clubhouse will boast a resort-style pool and kids’ water park, as well as a private beach, fitness center and open patio. In the heart of the 300-acre property, The Stables at Galingayle will feature a state-of-the-art equestrian facility, with 20-stall barn, riding arena, boarding, leasing, lessons, kids camp programs and several training and riding programs. An 80-acre fenced riding pasture will surround the Stables, with access to the community’s hiking & bridle trails.

With wooded waterfront homesites, multi-acre equestrian estates and a collection of private cottage lots available, the community plan features ownership opportunities for a variety of buyers. The community will be home to approximately 230 families, leaving more than 100 acres of open space and pristine hardwood forests for everyone’s enjoyment. Throughout the property, comprehensive architectural guidelines will ensure a consistent style and natural community atmosphere.

Even in the early pre-development stages, demand is high for Galingayle’s unique lakefront offering, with over half of the reservations already filled for the development’s exclusive 25 Founding Members. Reservation holders can choose from an exclusive release of prime waterfront homesites, multi-acre equestrian estates and private lake cottages with incentives worth up to $70,000. These incentives include 18 months interest paid, full sponsorship of club memberships, no fees for 3 years and preferred pricing on boat slips for off-water homesites.

To date, over $4 million in real estate has been reserved through the Founder Program, with just 11 spaces left before the program closes. The early success has even led to the hiring of an additional full-time sales person in the Galingayle Sales & Information Center, located in downtown Madison.

“We’ve enjoyed an incredible response, especially considering the slow real estate market,” says Blake Jarrett, Director of Sales at Galingayle. “Once people visit the community, they understand the value in our product and the incentives being offered; it makes sense for both second home and primary residence lifestyles. There’s just no other development that offers such easy access to the lake, Madison and Atlanta.”

For more information on becoming a Founding Member of Galingayle, visit www.Galingayle.com or visit the Galingayle Sales & Information Center in historic downtown Madison at:
202 W. Washington St.
Madison, GA 30650
706.342.1559
Hours of Operation
Monday - Saturday from 10 am - 7 pm
Sunday from 12 pm - 6 pm
And by appointment

About Galingayle
Just an hour from Atlanta and 15 minutes from Madison, Galingayle is an exclusive lake club community featuring multi-acre estates, private cottages and waterfront homesites on Lake Oconee. Set on approximately two miles of constant-level waterfront, a select number of families will enjoy more than 100 acres of preserved open spaces, a 90-slip marina, state-of-the-art equestrian facilities, hiking & bridle trails, fitness center, tennis center and a lakeside clubhouse and water park with spectacular views across the widest part of the lake.
www.Galingayle.com

by Grant Whittenberger, Buffington Signature Homes

Successful Austin home builder continues growth into one of area’s most sought-after communities

Austin, Texas - June 16, 2008 — Buffington Signature Homes announces the opening of their Sales Information Center in Forest Oaks, one of the most sought-after locations for new homes in Cedar Park. Located near 1431 and 183A, homes in Forest Oaks offer a beautiful community setting with convenient access to Austin, Round Rock and surrounding areas.

Buffington Signature Homes is a locally-owned and operated home builder that combines innovative floor plans, skilled craftsmanship and an exceptional buying experience for customers in the Austin area. Through exacting construction standards and a collection of truly original, distinctive home designs, Buffington has created a unique space within the competitive Austin market.

“Our approach is very different from the national builders,” says Grant Whittenberger Vice President of Sales for Buffington Signature Homes. “We’ve assembled a team of experienced leaders from many of these national firms, so we understand where their processes succeed and where they fall short. We spent a lot of time on product development, making sure our designs and our features pick up where the others guys drop off.”

A key differentiator for Buffington Signature Homes is something they call Signature Features, more than 90 high-end fixtures, finishes and features that they include standard in every home. These include a 3rd car garage, island kitchens with granite countertops and custom cabinets, rounded corners, energy efficient appliances, covered patios and fully sodded yards, all standard in the price of the home. Customers can also choose from a collection of Signature Options, optional designs and features to further personalize their homes.

The Forest Oaks community is quickly emerging as one of the premier locations for Cedar Park new homes. Located just 16 miles northwest of Austin, Cedar Park enjoys the convenience of proximity with the luxury of living outside the city. Located at the edge of the Hill Country, Forest Oaks features gently rolling hills filled with live oaks, red oaks and plenty of wildflowers. In the midst of this natural setting, the community offers residents incredible amenities and a great selection of homesites. Buffington’s Forest Oaks Sales Information Center allows prospective buyers a chance to check out the company’s innovative floor plans and designs, as well as an opportunity to tour their incredible selection of homesites. The company’s model home is scheduled to open in early July, offering customers a chance to truly experience the difference of a Buffington Signature Home.

Buffington Signature Homes currently offers 40 prime homesites in Forest Oaks, with a variety of lot locations and sizes to meet any family’s needs. The homesites are a minimum of 80 feet wide, and include cul-de-sac, corner and greenbelt lots. The community boasts a great HOA, which includes two neighborhood pools, a fantastic community center, and a neighborhood park with an entertainment pavilion. The park also offers multiple picnic spots and some of the best greenbelts in the area, with a two-and-a-half mile hike & bike trail. With highly rated Leander schools (LISD) and a low 2.44% tax rate, Forest Oaks is quickly becoming one of the Austin area’s premier communities.

“This is a very active, family-friendly community,” explains Brenda Wendel, Forest Oaks Sales Executive for Buffington Signature Homes. “We’re very excited to open our new Forest Oaks Sales Center, where our customers can tour the homesites and take a closer look at our innovative floor plans and designs. Once you see it in person, it’s easy to understand how beautifully our designs fit into this location.”

The Forest Oaks Sales Center is located at:
1200 Shiloh St.
Cedar Park, TX 78613

Hours of Operation
Monday - Thursday & Saturday, 10am to 7pm
Friday & Sunday, 11am to 7pm

Buffington currently offers homes in three other highly sought-after communities in the Austin area: Silver Leaf, located just off Gattis School Road in Round Rock and two premier South Austin communities, The Bridges at Bear Creek and Southpark Meadows.

About Buffington Signature Homes
Buffington Signature Homes is dedicated to building homes that will last a lifetime. A locally owned company with a wealth of experience, Buffington Signature Homes combines innovative floor plans, skilled craftsmanship and an exceptional buying experience to deliver homes with value that each and every customer is proud to live in. Proudly building fine communities and new homes in South Austin, Round Rock and Cedar Park. Home prices vary per community, from the $210’s to the mid $300’s, ranging in size from 2000 to 3700 sq ft with new plans in the works to go over 4000 sq ft. www.mybuffington.com.

by Blake Jarrett, Galingayle

Galingayle is proud to announce that their new sales center is open for business.

Madison, Georgia - June 16, 2008 — Galingayle, an exclusive lake club and equestrian community on Lake Oconee, continues its early success with a beautiful new sales center in downtown Madison, GA. Surrounded by Madison’s popular antique stores, boutiques and restaurants, the Galingayle Sales & Information Center offers visitors a chance to experience the style and character of Lake Oconee’s newest waterfront community. The Sales & Information center is now open daily, Monday through Saturday from 10 am to 7 pm and Sunday from noon until 6 pm.

“The sales center gives us a chance to share the distinctive lifestyle of Galingayle with future residents,” explains Blake Jarrett, Director of Sales at Galingayle. “It’s a great place to come learn more about our lake club and equestrian amenities, as well as the incredible selection of homesites, estates and cottages. And if they want, we can also take prospective buyers out for a private tour of the property, which is just 15 minutes away.”

Halfway between Madison and Greensboro, Galingayle enjoys nearly two miles of pristine waterfront near the northern end of Lake Oconee. The community’s private Lake Club will feature a 90-slip marina and boat docks on the widest part of the lake, offering residents access to the best waterskiing and wakeboarding waters in the area. The Lake Club’s grand lakeside Clubhouse will boast a resort-style pool and kids’ water park, as well as a private beach, fitness center and open patio. In the heart of the 300-acre property, The Stables at Galingayle will feature a state-of-the-art equestrian facility, with 20-stall barn, riding arena, boarding, leasing, lessons, kids camps and several training and riding programs. An 80-acre fenced riding pasture will surround the Stables, with access to the community’s hiking & bridle trails.

With wooded waterfront homesites, multi-acre equestrian estates and a collection of private cottage lots available, the community plan features ownership opportunities for a variety of buyers. The community will be home to approximately 200 families, leaving more than 100 acres of open space and pristine hardwood forests for everyone’s enjoyment. Throughout the property, comprehensive architectural guidelines will ensure a consistent style and natural community atmosphere.

Even in the early development stages, demand is high for Galingayle’s unique lakefront offering, with reservations quickly filling for the development’s Founder Program. The Galingayle Founder Program features an exclusive selection of waterfront homesites, equestrian estates and lakeside cottages to just 25 buyers. Founding members will enjoy the first selection of Galingayle’s incredible homesites with special incentives worth up to $70,000.

For more information on becoming a Founding Member of Galingayle, visit http://www.galingayle.com/ or visit the Galingayle Sales & Information Center in historic downtown Madison at:
202 W. Washington St.
Madison, GA 30650
706.342.1559
Hours of Operation
Monday - Saturday from 10 am - 7 pm
Sunday from 12 pm - 6 pm
And by appointment

About Galingayle
Just an hour from Atlanta and 15 minutes from Madison, Galingayle is an exclusive lake club community featuring waterfront homesites, multi-acre estates and private cottages on Lake Oconee. Set on approximately two miles of constant-level waterfront, a select number of families will enjoy more than 100 acres of preserved open spaces, a 90-slip marina, state-of-the-art equestrian facilities, hiking & bridle trails, fitness center, tennis center and a lakeside clubhouse and water park with spectacular views across the widest part of the lake.