Monday, June 28, 2010
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Homes with Boat Slips
If you would like a home wiht a boat slip, please click here!
Homes available in Wilmington, Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, Wrightsville Beach.
Homes available in Wilmington, Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, Wrightsville Beach.
FOR SALE - Water front properties
Here are some great water front properties for sale. If you are interested in taking a look please call me!
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Friday, June 25, 2010
How to Finance a Home?
We have great loan programs available through our lender partners, check them out:
100% - 100% USDA Financing (wow)!
90% - 90% LTV upto $1,500,000 (doctors program)
** Interest Rates as of 6/25/2010 @ 4.625 for a 30-year fixed!
** FHA 30-year fixed @ 4.75% (96.5% financing available)
These are super rates. Of course you will need to be credit worthy and the property will need to appraise for the purchase price.
If you would like more information please call your mortgage lender, or give me a buzz and we can talk!
100% - 100% USDA Financing (wow)!
90% - 90% LTV upto $1,500,000 (doctors program)
** Interest Rates as of 6/25/2010 @ 4.625 for a 30-year fixed!
** FHA 30-year fixed @ 4.75% (96.5% financing available)
These are super rates. Of course you will need to be credit worthy and the property will need to appraise for the purchase price.
If you would like more information please call your mortgage lender, or give me a buzz and we can talk!
Monday, June 21, 2010
Market Data - KURE BEACH, NC
FULL REPORT: http://www.coastwalkrealestate.com/blog/post/2010/06/13/Market-Data-Kure-Beach-NC.aspx
The median sales price for homes in Kure Beach NC for Mar 10 to May 10 was $275,000. This represents a decline of 26.1%, or $97,000, compared to the prior quarter and a decrease of 20.3% compared to the prior year. Sales prices have depreciated 38.8% over the last 5 years in Kure Beach. The average listing price for Kure Beach homes for sale on Trulia was $585,192 for the week ending Jun 09, which represents an increase of 0.5%, or $2,734, compared to the prior week and a decline of 0.4%, or $2,515, compared to the week ending May 19. Average price per square foot for Kure Beach NC was $219, an increase of 6.3% compared to the same period last year.
The median sales price for homes in Kure Beach NC for Mar 10 to May 10 was $275,000. This represents a decline of 26.1%, or $97,000, compared to the prior quarter and a decrease of 20.3% compared to the prior year. Sales prices have depreciated 38.8% over the last 5 years in Kure Beach. The average listing price for Kure Beach homes for sale on Trulia was $585,192 for the week ending Jun 09, which represents an increase of 0.5%, or $2,734, compared to the prior week and a decline of 0.4%, or $2,515, compared to the week ending May 19. Average price per square foot for Kure Beach NC was $219, an increase of 6.3% compared to the same period last year.
Market Data - CAROLINA BEACH, NC
FULL REPORT HERE:
http://www.coastwalkrealestate.com/blog/post/2010/06/13/Market-Data-Carolina-Beach-NC.aspx
The median sales price for homes in Carolina Beach NC for Mar 10 to May 10 was $195,000. This represents a decline of 18.1%, or $43,000, compared to the prior quarter and a decrease of 22% compared to the prior year. Sales prices have depreciated 35.6% over the last 5 years in Carolina Beach. The average listing price for Carolina Beach homes for sale on Trulia was $394,393 for the week ending Jun 09, which represents a decline of 1.9%, or $7,644, compared to the prior week and an increase of 5%, or $18,610, compared to the week ending May 19. Average price per square foot for Carolina Beach NC was $175, a decrease of 7.4% compared to the same period last year.
http://www.coastwalkrealestate.com/blog/post/2010/06/13/Market-Data-Carolina-Beach-NC.aspx
The median sales price for homes in Carolina Beach NC for Mar 10 to May 10 was $195,000. This represents a decline of 18.1%, or $43,000, compared to the prior quarter and a decrease of 22% compared to the prior year. Sales prices have depreciated 35.6% over the last 5 years in Carolina Beach. The average listing price for Carolina Beach homes for sale on Trulia was $394,393 for the week ending Jun 09, which represents a decline of 1.9%, or $7,644, compared to the prior week and an increase of 5%, or $18,610, compared to the week ending May 19. Average price per square foot for Carolina Beach NC was $175, a decrease of 7.4% compared to the same period last year.
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
The Importance of Kitchens
The kitchen is the most important room to stage in your home. Potential home buyers will want to view it void of unnecessary countertop appliances and clutter. By showcasing your kitchen in the best possible light, you can potentially sell your home faster and increase the closing price. Even in a slow real estate market, making your kitchen attractive to a buyer could make the difference.
Clean up the kitchen
Studies have shown that one of the dirtiest places in the home is the kitchen. Before you list, pull out those rubber gloves and give everything a good scrub so that the kitchen sparkles. Replace unsightly floor tiles, or in a worst-case scenario, consider a complete floor makeover. Pay special attention to the cabinetry; in older homes, it is common to see cracks in the beaded caulking between the ceiling and the trim above the cupboards. For less than $10, you can buy a pre-mixed tube of crack filler and make it look like new. Also, to give the kitchen an inexpensive facelift, consider replacing the fixturing – an affordable way to give doors and drawers a second wind.
Clutter is a kitchen killer
Kitchens are the focal point of almost every home. A great rule of thumb for the staging of a kitchen is to leave no more than two appliances on your counter. After you have uncluttered the kitchen counter, brighten and soften the space by adding some fresh fruit, new dishtowels, a cookbook, and plants or flowers.
Modernizing today will help you sell tomorrow
Modernizing your kitchen can help you sell your home for years to come. Renovating your kitchen now will let you enjoy new appliances while boosting the value of your home for the future. While you may want to take specific appliances with you, stainless steel can make almost any kitchen sing. Another way to add value to your kitchen is to install concealed appliances – hiding the dishwasher and fridge, for example, can really spice up your kitchen for buyers. Also popular are dual microwave/convection oven (prices can vary between $200 - $900 for higher-end stainless built-ins) – another appliance quickly becoming a staple in most modern kitchens.
If you can’t replace appliances, be sure to have them repaired and cleaned. It’s also a good idea to clean your fridge and stove, as buyers will almost always open oven and fridge doors.
Lighting
Take the time to make sure all the existing light fixtures have working light bulbs. Make sure the blinds are open on all the windows and, if required, add a small table lamp or two to accent a dark corner.
… And the kitchen sink
Another kitchen remodeling idea is to upgrade your “sinkware.” New faucets, soap dispensers and sinks (whether you are reglazing or replacing altogether) are affordable ways to give the kitchen an immediate facelift. Don’t forget, buyers love to turn on the kitchen faucet when touring a home.
The kitchen is the most important room and biggest selling feature in your house. Staging it properly can make every potential buyer say, “this could be my kitchen.”
Clean up the kitchen
Studies have shown that one of the dirtiest places in the home is the kitchen. Before you list, pull out those rubber gloves and give everything a good scrub so that the kitchen sparkles. Replace unsightly floor tiles, or in a worst-case scenario, consider a complete floor makeover. Pay special attention to the cabinetry; in older homes, it is common to see cracks in the beaded caulking between the ceiling and the trim above the cupboards. For less than $10, you can buy a pre-mixed tube of crack filler and make it look like new. Also, to give the kitchen an inexpensive facelift, consider replacing the fixturing – an affordable way to give doors and drawers a second wind.
Clutter is a kitchen killer
Kitchens are the focal point of almost every home. A great rule of thumb for the staging of a kitchen is to leave no more than two appliances on your counter. After you have uncluttered the kitchen counter, brighten and soften the space by adding some fresh fruit, new dishtowels, a cookbook, and plants or flowers.
Modernizing today will help you sell tomorrow
Modernizing your kitchen can help you sell your home for years to come. Renovating your kitchen now will let you enjoy new appliances while boosting the value of your home for the future. While you may want to take specific appliances with you, stainless steel can make almost any kitchen sing. Another way to add value to your kitchen is to install concealed appliances – hiding the dishwasher and fridge, for example, can really spice up your kitchen for buyers. Also popular are dual microwave/convection oven (prices can vary between $200 - $900 for higher-end stainless built-ins) – another appliance quickly becoming a staple in most modern kitchens.
If you can’t replace appliances, be sure to have them repaired and cleaned. It’s also a good idea to clean your fridge and stove, as buyers will almost always open oven and fridge doors.
Lighting
Take the time to make sure all the existing light fixtures have working light bulbs. Make sure the blinds are open on all the windows and, if required, add a small table lamp or two to accent a dark corner.
… And the kitchen sink
Another kitchen remodeling idea is to upgrade your “sinkware.” New faucets, soap dispensers and sinks (whether you are reglazing or replacing altogether) are affordable ways to give the kitchen an immediate facelift. Don’t forget, buyers love to turn on the kitchen faucet when touring a home.
The kitchen is the most important room and biggest selling feature in your house. Staging it properly can make every potential buyer say, “this could be my kitchen.”
Color plays a big part in selling a house.
Color plays a big part in selling a house. How you decide to dress your walls can convince a buyer that your home is move-in ready or leave them looking elsewhere. If the goal is to see the sparkle of “love at first sight,” consider picking the right paint palette to suit a range of buyer tastes.
Proper Preparation
When you paint your walls, make sure you prepare the walls properly. Before you start, use a pre-made crack filler or drywall compound to fill in minor cracks and old picture hook holes. Lightly sanding baseboards, window frames and doors is also a great way to ensure that your paint will adhere to the surfaces properly. Make sure you are using the same base paint that currently exists on the surface you are repainting. Latex on latex, and oil base on oil base.
Picking The Magical Colors
Color choices are plentiful, as are the types of paints. When selecting interior colors, consider how you use each room or the feeling that you want to create for the space. White is a great accent, but for walls it is a harsh and cold color. Instead of white, choose warm, inviting and neutral paint colors such as yellows, warm beige and olive tones.
The best rule of thumb for home remodeling is to stick to a color palette that isn’t too bland but also isn’t too bold. For smaller spaces, such as bathrooms, choose colors that make the room look bigger such as warmer whites. For the bigger rooms, select a paint that is a couple shades darker to create a cozy atmosphere. For bedrooms, calming paint colors work best.
Make sure the palette you create flows from room to room. At paint stores, purchase a smaller can of paint and test it on the walls before committing to the color for the entire room.
Wallpaper Can Be A "Turnoff"
Potential homebuyers don’t always like wallpaper or at least the wallpaper you may have chosen 15 years ago. They want simple, clean, warm and inviting rooms and not the potential headache of steam cleaners and wallpaper removal. It is a good idea to consider removing wallpaper or at the very least painting over it where necessary in order to open the space and make the room feel fresh and clean.
Don’t Forget To Look Up
Potential buyers notice water stains and old-fashioned ceilings. If you have a home with a stucco ceiling, it can date your home to a buyer. Before you show your home, consider painting the ceiling with flat white paint. If you have crown molding, make sure you use the same ceiling paint for a consistent professional look.
Learn From The Experts
Choosing a wall color can be overwhelming. If you don’t know or are unsure, ask the professionals. A Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate sales associate can help you make some of these decisions. Additionally, the mega hardware and home decorating locations have experts who are ready to help you with your decorating dilemmas. When reading magazines, tear out photos of rooms that look appealing and inviting and match the wall colors at the store. Paint color can help you sell a house faster. A fresh coat of paint makes the walls fresh and clean to create an inviting environment for a homebuyer.
Proper Preparation
When you paint your walls, make sure you prepare the walls properly. Before you start, use a pre-made crack filler or drywall compound to fill in minor cracks and old picture hook holes. Lightly sanding baseboards, window frames and doors is also a great way to ensure that your paint will adhere to the surfaces properly. Make sure you are using the same base paint that currently exists on the surface you are repainting. Latex on latex, and oil base on oil base.
Picking The Magical Colors
Color choices are plentiful, as are the types of paints. When selecting interior colors, consider how you use each room or the feeling that you want to create for the space. White is a great accent, but for walls it is a harsh and cold color. Instead of white, choose warm, inviting and neutral paint colors such as yellows, warm beige and olive tones.
The best rule of thumb for home remodeling is to stick to a color palette that isn’t too bland but also isn’t too bold. For smaller spaces, such as bathrooms, choose colors that make the room look bigger such as warmer whites. For the bigger rooms, select a paint that is a couple shades darker to create a cozy atmosphere. For bedrooms, calming paint colors work best.
Make sure the palette you create flows from room to room. At paint stores, purchase a smaller can of paint and test it on the walls before committing to the color for the entire room.
Wallpaper Can Be A "Turnoff"
Potential homebuyers don’t always like wallpaper or at least the wallpaper you may have chosen 15 years ago. They want simple, clean, warm and inviting rooms and not the potential headache of steam cleaners and wallpaper removal. It is a good idea to consider removing wallpaper or at the very least painting over it where necessary in order to open the space and make the room feel fresh and clean.
Don’t Forget To Look Up
Potential buyers notice water stains and old-fashioned ceilings. If you have a home with a stucco ceiling, it can date your home to a buyer. Before you show your home, consider painting the ceiling with flat white paint. If you have crown molding, make sure you use the same ceiling paint for a consistent professional look.
Learn From The Experts
Choosing a wall color can be overwhelming. If you don’t know or are unsure, ask the professionals. A Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate sales associate can help you make some of these decisions. Additionally, the mega hardware and home decorating locations have experts who are ready to help you with your decorating dilemmas. When reading magazines, tear out photos of rooms that look appealing and inviting and match the wall colors at the store. Paint color can help you sell a house faster. A fresh coat of paint makes the walls fresh and clean to create an inviting environment for a homebuyer.
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