Pleasure Island Real Estate

Sept. 22, 2012

Should I, as a Seller, get a Home Inspection?

Part of our job as a real estate agents is educating and protecting my clients. Many of my clients get nervous about home inspections. They often ask: “Should I have a home inspection before I put my home on the market?” Here’s my take on the pre-listing inspection:

Knowing …

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Sept. 22, 2012

Stress, Gratitude & Real Estate

"Most human beings have an almost infinite capacity for taking things for granted."

-Aldous Huxley, (1894 - 1963) English writer

Do you have a practice for dealing with daily stress? I thought I’d share a simple and surprisingly effective exercise you can do each day that will not only boost your …

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Sept. 22, 2012

What Does the Future Hold For New Homebuyers?

What Does the Future Hold For New Homebuyers?

Sep 19, 2012

What Does the Future Hold For New Homebuyers?

As the presidential election approaches, one thing is clearly on the next president’s agenda: affordable housing. While numbers compiled from various sources indicate recovery for the housing market, many things remain to be repaired. It will be up to …

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Sept. 21, 2012

Carolina Beach Homes for Sale - Beach Cottage with Guest Suite

Call 910-458-9119 for a showing today, or visit www.CoastwalkRealEstate.com for more info -- Home sweet home! 200 S Fifth Ave in Carolina Beach offers a super location that's a short walk to the beach -- and in a nice residential area of town. Here's what really special about …

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Sept. 18, 2012

Will the 3.8% Tax on Real Estate Affect You?

Will the 3.8% Tax on Real Estate Affect You?

By Phyllis Brookshire

As you may have heard, the federal government has implemented a new tax on real estate transactions that will become effective January 1, 2013. There are many misconceptions about properties and taxpayers that will be subject to …

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Sept. 18, 2012

Homes in Kure Beach for sale

Kure Beach is a great place to buy a home. There are nice reasturants and shops, and beatuiful beaches. It has Ft Fisher to the south, which is a historic site, along with an aquarium and ferry. To the north is Carolina Beach, which offers a more bustling nightlife. 30 …

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Sept. 18, 2012

New Hands-Only CPR Is Easy, Saves More Lives -- Helpful Info

New Hands-Only CPR Is Easy, Saves More Lives 

An adult suddenly collapses in front of you.  Will you feel helpless or know what to do to save his or her life?  You’ll be glad to know that the American Heart Association has simplified things so anyone can save …

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Sept. 17, 2012

Wilmington NC Sales for August 2012

Wilmington NC Real Estate sales

 

Here is a summary of sales for the Wilmington area according to WRAR.

As you can see, sales ahve increased with regards to the number os untis SOLD. Prices have dropped slightly, on average by 3%. From what I have  personally seen, homes in the higher price rnagesa re …

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Sept. 17, 2012

New Disclosures Required Beginning Oct. 1

New Disclosures Required Beginning Oct. 1

Dear Forms Guy: We’ve heard that the Offer to Purchase and Contract (form 2T) has to be changed soon to include a seller disclosure about oil and gas rights. Is that correct? Sincerely, Frick and Frack

Dear Frick and Frack: Yes, that is correct …

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Sept. 13, 2012

Bonds are up 118 bps …and rising. Holy Smoke! Hard to imagine rates getting even lower…….

NEWS ALERT!!!!!

 Bonds are up 118 bps …and rising. Holy Smoke! Hard to imagine rates getting even lower…….

Thu, Sep 13 - 3:20 PM ET
The 3% coupon hits a fresh all-time high of 104.44.

2:33 PM ET - With a 1.70% rise in the S&P today to …

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