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Client Story #3 – Dottie Wanted To Move West

2008-08-25T12:38:00Z

Situation I received a call from a home owner wanting to sell their home in Forrest Oaks. Dottie was retired and wanted to move to the Western part of North Carolina. She had learned about me from my website, www.NCRealEstateWeb.com , and gave me a call. Dottie had been trying to sell her house for almost a year. She was very frustrated and had recently withdrawn her listing agreement with another brokerage. During our meeting we discussed how I work, why I do the things I do, and exactly what I...(read more)

Open House in Forrest Oaks on Sunday

2008-08-19T18:24:00Z

Forrest Oaks, Rocky Mount - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 1020 Brandywine Lane on August 24 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

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New Mortgage Law Has Buyers Scrambling

2008-08-19T12:31:00Z

Housing industry observers expect that prospective buyers will scramble to take advantage of seller-funded down-payment assistance before a federal ban on such programs takes effect on Oct. 1. The federal housing bill signed into law in July sews up a loophole that allows nonprofit organizations to gift mortgage down payments, and industry experts believe markets that have relied heavily on the programs could see new-home sales cut by as much as half. Seller-funded downpayment assistance has served...(read more)

Nobody Is Looking At My House

2008-08-18T14:15:00Z

Many times I am called by sellers who have had their home previously listed with other Realtors©. These sellers want to sell their house but want to know what I will do differently than what has been done already. One of the questions I always ask is “How many showings did you have?” If they only had a few showings than one, some or all of the following were not in proper alignment: Marketing Marketing is an extremely important part of the process. In a buyers’ market we have...(read more)

Single Story For Sale in Northgreen

2008-08-16T18:45:00Z

Everything you want!

• 1,540 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm single story - MLS® $140,000 - The Price Is Right!

Northgreen, Rocky Mount - Relax in your private retreat in this beautiful home that backs to the fairway of a popular golf course community. Pride of ownership shows in this model-like home in a country-like setting that is minutes from shopping, restaurants, medical, US64 and I-95.

Put your rocking chairs and a swing on the inviting wraparound front porch that beckons you inside to a spacious, open floor plan that flows easily around the centrally located gaslog fireplace. Neutral colors throughout, along with white plantation shutters, offer a truly airy feel to this pristinely maintained home.

You’ll enjoy cooking and entertaining in the bright, graciously appointed kitchen and dining area. Abundant cabinets offer plenty of storage space; a French door leads to the screened back porch.

The master suite boasts two walk-in closets and a glamour bath featuring a garden tub with tile surround, separate enclosed seamless shower, double vanity, and ceramic tile flooring. Two secondary bedrooms are roomy and provide plenty of closet space.

The hallway with the main bathroom, shelved pantry, coat closet, and laundry area completes the layout. Additional storage is provided in an attached area at the rear of the home.

Golf whenever you like just outside your back door. Include this home on your must-see list – your golfing buddies will be envious that you found this gem first!

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Rocky Mount, North Carolina Area - Market Statistics for July 2008

2008-08-11T10:22:00Z

The following are indicators of the Greater Rocky Mount Area Real Estate Market. These statistics were gathered from data contained in the Rocky Mount MLS system and predominately cover Nash and Edgecombe Counties in North Carolina. Active residential listings totaled 1086 properties. This is an increase of 30 properties, or 2.7%, from 1056 in May. Inventories typically fall this time of year as buyers take advantage of large inventories and the summer moving season. However, this did not happen....(read more)

Single Story For Sale in Forrest Oaks

2008-08-08T18:23:00Z

The Reachable Dream

• 1,381 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm single story - MLS® $116,000 - The Price You Hoped For

Forrest Oaks, Rocky Mount - The Good Life awaits you and your family in this 3 BR, 2-bath home in a friendly neighborhood.

Flawlessly maintained landscaping with lush grassy lawn, mature trees and shrubs, welcomes you to the front door of this neat and tidy home.

The living room features built-ins on either side of the gaslog fireplace and brick surround; a picture window; beautiful wood flooring; and, exposed ceiling beams and chair rail which extend into the eat-in kitchen. The laundry room is conveniently located adjacent to the kitchen, and an exterior door leads to the large screened porch. This shaded porch can easily become your favorite place to enjoy your first cup of coffee and listen to the sounds of nature, and to relax at the end of your day. The master bedroom has plenty of closet space (large double-doored closet, and bonus closet) and the master bath features an enclosed shower stall, vinyl flooring. Two secondary bedrooms, linen closet, pantry, and full bath complete the layout.

An attractive storage shed provides additional storage for your seasonal items and/or outdoor equipment.

Pristinely maintained, move-in ready! Perfect for empty-nesters, young families, or anywhere in between. Convenient to shopping, medical, US64 and I-95.

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Foreclosure Rescue Scams on the Rise

2008-08-08T11:18:00Z

Foreclosure rescue scams, in which con artists prey on struggling home owners, are becoming more of a problem, according to the Federal Trade Commission. The FTC has already filed three major foreclosure rescue cases this year, compared with zero a year ago; and one case involves thousands of victims and property worth millions of dollars, according to FTC regional director Brad Elbein, who heads the agency's foreclosure rescue campaign. Some scammers promise to negotiate with a lender for a...(read more)

How the New First-Time Buyer Tax Credit Works

2008-08-07T10:09:00Z

Under the new housing bill, home buyers who have not owned a home in the last three years will be eligible for a tax credit equal to 10 percent of the property up to a maximum of $7,500. Here’s how it works: The credit is $3,750 for married couples filing separately. Unmarried people who jointly purchase a home will be able to divide the $7,500 credit. This program is actually a loan, which home buyers must repay over 15 years at zero percent interest beginning in the second year after they...(read more)

Open House in Spring Hope on Sunday

2008-08-06T11:33:00Z

Spring Hope, Nash County - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 207 Hopkins Avenue on August 10 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

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Simple Repairs That Will Help Your Home Sell

2008-08-04T11:41:00Z

Home improvements tend to inspire thoughts of large, expensive projects. Yet, it is often the little things that add so much value. Do you want to improve your home for resale or personal pleasure but don't want to spend a lot of money? Here are 10 improvements for under $100 each. Mailbox A tired old mailbox detracts from your home's appeal. Replace it with a new one made of quality materials. Depending on the style that best suits your home, you can choose brass, iron, or other materials....(read more)

Single Story For Sale in Spring Hope

2008-08-01T23:10:00Z

Priced to Sell

• 1,980 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm single story - MLS® $98,000 - Move In Ready

Spring Hope, Nash County - Newer 3BR/2BA double-wide mobile home in move-in condition. Neutral colors throughout, plantation blinds, plenty of storage throughout.

This home offers a spacious, open floor plan with master suite on one end. Large LR with wood-burning fireplace opens to kitchen and DR. Kitchen has abundant oak cabinetry, over-sized island, large picture window over sink. Adjacent dining room overlooks large back yard.

Master suite features large bedroom; large bath with double sinks, soaking tub, separate shower; huge walk-in his & hers closet w/built-ins.

Two large bedrooms occupy opposite end of home, each with a large walk-in closet. Full bath; two wire-shelved hall closets; and, large laundry room w/built-in cabinets and rear entry complete this area.

Home is vacant and ready for you and your family!

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President Signs Housing Rescue Bill

2008-07-31T11:20:00Z

President George W. Bush signed into law a bipartisan housing stimulus bill Wednesday that is expected to bring greater stability to housing markets nationwide. The bill, strongly supported by the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®, will help some 400,000 home owners refinance into affordable, government backed loans and offer a temporary first-time home buyer tax credit, which is expected to serve as an attractive incentive to buyers and help reduce high inventories of unsold homes. The temporary...(read more)

Senate Passes Housing Rescue Bill

2008-07-30T12:45:00Z

The U.S. Senate on Saturday passed a bill that would stem foreclosures by allowing some 400,000 home owners refinance into affordable, government-backed loans. The bill, strongly supported by the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®, passed by a margin of 72-13. The House of Representatives approved the bill on Wednesday in a 272-15 vote. "This bill must get to the president quickly, and we urge him to act immediately to sign it into law," NAR President Dick Gaylord said in a statement...(read more)

Little-Known Loans for Buyers

2008-07-29T11:07:00Z

Just because low- and no-down-payment conventional loans are hard to come by doesn’t mean home buyers with little cash can’t get a deal. Two lesser-known federally-sponsored mortgage programs are still available for home buyers with steady jobs, but no savings. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Development program will lend up to 102 percent — maybe more — on a property in a community with a population that is less than 10,000 and non-metro communities with populations...(read more)