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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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Sept. 13, 2012

My Favorite things abut Kure Beach

Fall is my favorite time of year at the beach! The weather is perfect, the water is still warm, there are some good waves, and there are lots of activities happening around the island!

This week I wanted to share some of my favorite things to do (and places to …

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Sept. 12, 2012

Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition Coming to North Carolina

For Immediate Release


Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition Coming to North Carolina
Titanic Exhibition
Courtesy of: "Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition"

RALEIGH, N.C. ... Titanic, the ship of dreams, still fascinates anyone who has heard the tragic tale, even 100 years after an iceberg sent the now-legendary ship to the bottom of the icy …

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Sept. 10, 2012

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 a life. This new CPR method doesn’t require …

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Sept. 10, 2012

Save Thousands On College With These 5 Financial Aid Secrets

Do you have a senior in high school this year?  If you do (or know someone who does), it’s time to start applying to colleges and seeking the financial aid and scholarships you’ll need to help pay for their education. 

Here are five secrets to pay less for …

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Sept. 10, 2012

Q. How do I get the best home for the lowest price?

Real Estate Corner…

 

Q.   How do I get the best home for the lowest price   

 

A.   Price is only one of several factors to consider when you purchase a home.

 

  • Preferences:  Make two lists with one outlining your needs and the other …
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Sept. 10, 2012

3 Easy Steps To Make Your Home ‘Green’ and Save $ - from September 2012 - Coastwalk Real Estate

3 Easy Steps To Make Your Home ‘Green’ and Save $

 

Step #1:  Change the light bulbs.  Replacing one light bulb with a compact fluorescent or LED bulb can save almost $50 over its lifetime.  Shop for environmental products at: www.greenhome.com.

 

Step #2:  …

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Sept. 10, 2012

5 Simple Memory Tricks - from September 2012 - Coastwalk Real Estate

5 Simple Memory Tricks

 

It’s frustrating not remembering where you put important items or forgetting basic details.  Use these tricks to keep track of things:

 

v      Cluster numbers:  Help your brain process the numbers “2, 8, 4, 9” by clustering them into “twenty eight, forty nine …

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