Tuesday, March 29, 2011

10 Things To Do or Not to do if Your House has been on the Market a while.

Has your house been on the market a while? Be sure to avoid these common mistakes.
If you’ve got a house that’s been on the market for an extended period of time, regardless of the reason, there may be a few things you should double check to avoid any issues when you do get a contract.
  1. Make sure the tax data is for the current year. You want to be sure the tax rate, assessed value or taxes due are all listed accurately.
  2. Update the remarks section. If you made improvements a year ago, it’s not really accurate to say “brand new” anymore. Be sure to keep your description fresh or potential buyers may think the listing has been abandoned!
  3. Get fresh pictures. If you listed in the winter, get some spring time photos with greenery. It may be just want you need to get a few inquiries on the home.
  4. Make sure the Association Fees are accurate. On occasion these dues will go up or down and there could even be some confirmed or pending special assessments that need to be disclosed.
  5. Be sure the advertised appliances are still working and still conveying. If there was a freezer in the basement that has since died, be sure to take it out of the listing or you may be buying one at closing.
  6. Home Inspections reveal material facts. If the home was under contract at one time, a home inspection was done, defects were uncovered, yet the deal fell apart…the listing now needs to reflect any material facts that are now known. Be sure those get disclosed.
  7. Open House or Price Reduction dates. My personal pet peeve is to see an MLS description with severely outdated Open House dates or news of a price reduction that’s 3 months old. This practice just makes the listing look neglected.
  8. “THIS HOME WON’T LAST!” 295 days later, it’s apparently lasting. If the home is still at the original listing price and it’s STILL on the market, it’s time to remove those words from the remarks!
  9. Showing instructions need to be monitored as well. If when you listed the home the owners or tenants were there and now it’s vacant, it could be easier to show now. Let the world know about it!
  10. Appraisals are technically only good for 1 day! Why? Because anything and everything could change tomorrow causing the value to change. If you had an appraisal done before you listed the home ONE YEAR ago, it’s so out of date it’s not even worth mentioning. There’s no value to a potential buyer to claim a value of the home in a declining market from a year ago or longer. It only amplifies once again how long you’ve been trying to sell the home.

It’s vitally important to keep updating and refreshing your listing information. Remember, what’s advertised is what the buyer is expecting. There’s no reason to end up in a dispute over something so easy to monitor and correct!

Monday, March 28, 2011

New Price on 161 Yaupon Trail, Southern Shores!!

 NEW PRICE!!!
161 Yaupon Trail -- $599,000
Southern Shores, NC
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4 Bedroom / 2 Baths / 2,000 Sq ft
MLS #70038

This property is one of the most desirable sites on the Outer Banks and has been called "the loveliest spot and best view" on Currituck Sound. Owner has decided to sell after 28 years of enjoyment as a second home. House has been typically occupied only about 5 to 7 weeks each year, and is in pristine condition. The location is in a secluded residential neighborhood on a quiet lane, just two miles from U.S.158. The .79 acre lot is wooded, with 200 feet of road frontage along a wide canal, and 185 feet of bulkheaded waterfront on Ginguite Creek at its juncture with Currituck Sound. An 80-foot pier provides excellent fishing, crabbing, boat docking, and access to watersports. Although deep enough for most boats, the shoreline and pier area are shallow enough for young children to play in the water safely. The house is 2-story, brick and cedar siding, with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. A large downstairs family room provides the separation you need for a large family.

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

AMAZING Soundfront Homesite!!


2048 Martins Point Road
Southern Shores, NC 27949


Southern Shores Westside
Subdivision - Martin's Point Section 1
MLS#: 69873

$459,000

Check out this AMAZING Soundfront homesite that's OVER an ACRE! 1.07 Acres. This site is nicely wooded and has two established homes on either side so no surprises later! Prime location and beautiful views are offered with this excellent property.



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Monday, March 21, 2011

JUMP OFF the fence!!

On the fence about buying? This video may be just what you need to help you decide.  Our Spring Market is in FULL FORCE.  Call today to start the search for your vacation home!

Thursday, March 10, 2011

How Would You Like to Own a Better Homes & Gardens Cover Home??

141 Four Seasons Lane, Duck, NC

6 Bedrooms 4 1/2 Baths

This home is truly "Picture Perfect." Every detail shows the quality of this extraordinary beach investment home.

Does it look familiar? You may have seen it on the cover of Better Homes & Gardens in 2005.

There are 3 separate living areas, 6 themed bedrooms, screened decks around the back of the home,volleyball area, concrete pool, vintage pine flooring, large game room with pool table, the list goes on.

You will fall in LOVE with this home and the details that went in to making it so Picture Perfect.

$959,000
MLS#68637

Lots of Light! A Must See!!

103 Beachcomber Court, Duck, NC
6 Bedrooms 5 1/2 Baths

Very nicely furnished and extremely clean home. 2 bunk rooms and game room on ground level. 4 nice sized masters on 2nd level. 2 bedrooms with deck access. 3rd floor with cozy great room, large windows, lots of light! 2 dining areas, screened porch and open deck overlooking pool. Covered deck on the front of home. New carpet in August. 3rd floor tiled for easy maintenance. A must see!

$675,000
MLS#63641

Watch the Manteo fireworks from the comfort of the back deck.



301 Cobbs Way
Nags Head, NC 27959
Nags Head Westside

$325,000

MLS#: 69098

Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 2.5

This home is in superb condition. Hardwood floors upstairs and downstairs in foyer and hallway. Three bedrooms on the 1st level and one bedroom on the 2nd level creates one floor living. Nice pantry and half bath off kitchen. Incredible deck space, over 1200 sq ft of decking. Watch the Manteo fireworks from the comfort of the back deck. Nice patio area under the home and a covered dry entry for those rainy days. Great location in Nags Head.


Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Proven Rental History!!


634 Grebe Court, Corolla, NC
6 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms

This is the best time to buy an investment property on the Outer Banks. With today’s prices and rates you CAN find a home that will essentially pay for itself!
Even with taking 2 prime weeks for yourself, 634 Grebe Court can be yours with less than $2500 out of pocket each year (with 25% down at 5% interest).


Call today for more information and a cashflow analysis.

$499,000 MLS #64832

Check the location on this great beach home. Backs up to the Green Conservation Area for privacy as well as situated on a nice cul de sac. Neighboring homes are not permitted private pools. This is your classic beach rental home with proof of up to $44,000 in rental income potential. Easy walk to the beach and all the amenities of a prime investment property. Recently painted, this home has been well cared for. Ground level gameroom with 2 bedrooms. Mid level with TV area and 3 bedrooms and main floor with open living space, dining room, kitchen and master. Enjoy the top floor deck and ocean views.