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Just listed! Brickton Village $142,000 Fletcher, NC

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 11:25:42 -0500

Introducing Brickton Village. This 2BR 2BA condo features one-level living, ceramic tile, carpet, stainless steel appliances, walk-in shower with glass, tub/shower in guest bath. The open floorplan flows with natural light from the many windows. The community offers natural walking trails, grilling area, dog park and picturesque views of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.

Call Mary for your showing today. 828-489-9354.

Located 1 mile from Historic Downtown Hendersonville

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 08:20:31 -0500

Located 1 mile from Historic Downtown Hendersonville, this stunning 3BR 1BA home located in Haywood Hills Community featuring low maintenance exterior, ample parking, lovely landscaping, workshop/shed wired for electric and completely remodeled interior. Please call Mary to view this move-in ready home. 828-489-9354 Direct.

Tour - Hendersonville NC Underground May 16th

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Mon, 11 May 2009 09:23:19 -0500

See Main Street like you've never seen it before. It's called the Underground Tour and offers a glimpse of the past that most people have forgotten or never knew existed. Curious? Me too!

May 16^th the Hendersonville Historic Preservation Commission will offer a guided tour into underground Hendersonville, a subterranean area that at different times housed a beauty salon, a barbershop, a gentlemen's club and a 1950's teenage hangout.

Tours will begin at 10a.m. and run through the day until 5p.m. Tickets for the Underground Tour are $5 and can be purchased in advance at the Hendersonville Visitor's Center, 201 S. Main Street or on the day of the tour at the corner of Fourth Avenue and Main Street. The Hendersonville Times News has provided more information below:

http://www.blueridgenow.com/article/20090511/NEWS/905109958

Hope to see you there!

Elmo comes to Blue Rdige Mall - Hendersonville, NC May 9th 10 -6pm

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Sat, 09 May 2009 12:27:20 -0500

Looking for something to do today with the kids? Head to the Blue Ridge Mall located in Hendersonville North Carolina. From 10-6pm Elmo and friends are FREE to enjoy. My daughter loved dancing and giving Elmo a hug. You can even have your child fingerprinted for free. This the first event of it's kind with more like this to come. So please come out to support family friendly themes like this great event.

Stamp Out Hunger food drive May 9th 2009

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Sat, 09 May 2009 08:21:56 -0500

Saturday May 9th is National Stamp out hunger day. A staggering 35,000,000 Americans are at rick of hunger.

Campbell Soup Company and The United States Postal Service are partnering once again with the National Association of Letter Carriers to sponsor Stamp Out HungerTM, the “nation’s largest single-day food drive”.

Your participation in this cause is instrumental to its success. How can you help?

Place bags filled with nonperishable food items next to your mailbox. Your letter carrier will pick them up and deliver them to local food banks!

It’s That Easy to Make A Big Difference. For more information,
visit: http://www.helpstampouthunger.com

Donate items like canned meats and fish, canned soup, juice, pasta, vegetables,cereal and rice. Please do not include items that have expired or those in glass containers.

Henderson County North Carolina Market Update April 2009

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Fri, 08 May 2009 23:15:18 -0500

WNC Regional MLS Reports

308 Total Sales

Average List Price $248,871

Average Sales Price $231,873

* Seller’s achieved 93.2% of a realistic asking price.*

Average days on the market: 154

Month-End inventory 8,592

Absorption Rate: 27.9 months

So here is what's selling:

263 Residential Sales

Average list price $231,028

Average sales price $214,635

* Seller’s achieved 92.9% of a realistic asking price.*

Average days on the market: 142

Month-end inventory: 7,099

Absorption Rate: 27 months

31 Condos Sales

Average List Price $390,054

Average sales price $367,067

* Seller’s achieved 94.1% of a realistic asking price.*

Average days on the market: 222

Month-end inventory: 846

Absorption Rate: 27.3 months

12 Townhome Sales

Average list price $261,083

Average sales price $243,817

* Seller’s achieved 93.4% of a realistic asking price.*

Average days on the market: 245

Month-end inventory: 411

Absorption Rate: 34.3 months

2 Preconstruction

Average list price $333,500

Average sales price $331,400

* Seller’s achieved 99.4% of a realistic asking price.*

Average Days on the market: 94

Month-end inventory: 234

Absorption rate: 117 months

In April of 2008
392 homes sold
Average List Price $293,604
Average Sales Price $278,147
*Seller’s achieved 94.7% of a realistic asking price.*
Average days on the market: 131
Absorption Rate: 17.1% months

Our market is looking to have a good year as other tough markets are reporting movement and sales. We are a destination market.

Buyer's have the best opportunity to achieve affordable home ownership. The $8,500 first time home buyer's tax credit confirms that it's never been a better time to buy.

Please call Mary direct at 828-489-9354 to discuss your specific real estate needs. I would be honored to help you achieve your real estate goals.

DuPont Forest - Tour De Falls May 9th &10th WNC

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Mon, 04 May 2009 22:01:15 -0500

Looking for the perfect Mother's Day present? How about the gift of nature and all it's beauty?

May 9^th & 10^th the Friends of DuPont forest, a non-profit corporation, will offer a 12 mile tour by shuttle bus to Triple Falls, High Falls, Bridal Veil Falls and Lake Julia.

The shuttles will run from 9a.m. until 3 p.m. allowing you and your family time to enjoy a packed picnic lunch.

DuPont forest is located in both Henderson and Transylvania counties in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina. A $10.00 per person donation is requested.

Friends of DuPont Forest are dedicated to preserving and improving the 10,400 acres of DuPont State Forest.

For more information please call 828-692-2929 or 828-877-6431 or visit the official website: www.dupontforest.com

Hooker Falls - DuPont Forest

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Mon, 04 May 2009 21:27:11 -0500

One day I found myself missing something. It wasn't my phone or car keys (like usual) it was nature.

My husband and I were tightly wound rubber bands and we needed a break. So we packed the car with our beautiful daughter Isobella, our fat dog Gizmo, subway sandwiches and headed for an adventure.

We ended up in DuPont forest at Hooker Falls. Hearing the peaceful sounds of birds singing, rushing water and nothing else slowly melted our tension away. Soon we were laughing, talking and feeling so blessed to be surrounded by such beauty.

We are truly blessed.

Downtown Tire Center – Hendersonville North Carolina

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Mon, 04 May 2009 10:10:23 -0500

Anytime I have any tire, breaks, axel, shocks and struts questions I turn to the professionals at Downtown Tire Center located at 108 S. King Street in beautiful Hendersonville North Carolina.

Owner Bobby Roland and staff are in my opinion the best in the business. Bobby purchased Downtown Tire Center over 13 years ago. Downtown Tire Company has been around for 36 years. Its previous location was on Main Street.

So I had a burning question about nitrogen. What are the advantages of filling your tires with Nitrogen?

1. Consistent inflation pressure over longer periods

* Nitrogen primates through the tire at a rate of 35% slower than regular air.

* Under inflated tires flex and build up heat, breaking down the rubber over time.

* 60% of blowouts are caused by under inflation.

* Consistent inflation improves tread life

* Vehicle handling is improved.

2. Longer tire life

* Nitrogen is a dry gas which disperses heat more rapidly resulting in cooler running tires; this preserves the integrity of the rubber, belts and bead.

* This inert gas also significantly slows the chemical aging process.

3. Improved fuel efficiency

* Passenger cars realize 2-3miles per gallon gains (4% on average)

* Trucks realize gains of 2%

* At 4% a vehicle with 20 mpg rating, this saves approximately 2.5 gallons per week based on 40 miles per day @ $1.90 per gallon that adds up to $228 savings per year!

4. Will not cause oxidation on the wheel causing the tire to leak

5. Nitrogen is NOT explosive

The cost to fill your tires with nitrogen for the life of the tire is $10.00 per tire. When your ready call Bobby at 828-693-1676.

Creative Beginnings Preschool Enrollment - Hendersonville North Carolina

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 14:01:40 -0500

Creative Beginnings Preschool located at 699 N. Grove Street in beautiful Hendersonville North Carolina is now enrolling for summer and fall classes.

The summer program begins June 23rd - Tuesday & Thursdays from 8:45am to 11:45am and ends July 30th.

Fall Classes begin September 8th. There are currently the following openings:

8 openings in the turning two's. 1 opening in the two's class, 2 openings in the three's class and 3 openings in the four's class.

Class times are from 8:45am to 11:45am with 5 day, three day or two day a week schedule available. Please contact Fran at 828-692-3211 to schedule your tour of this wonderful God centered school. My daughter has attended since she was 18months old and loves her teachers and friends.

Please visit the Creative Beginnings official website at: www.fpchendersonville.org/creativebeginnings.cfm

To read reviews about Creative Beginnings Preschool please click on the following links:

http://local.yahoo.com/info-13364385-creative-beginnings-preschool-hendersonville

Hendersonville NC 16th Annual Garden Jubilee Festival - May 23rd & 24th

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 22:12:25 -0500

Attention Garden lovers and beginner gardeners! Imagine 100 vendors of local artists, crafts, plants and more. You have growing questions? Someone is bound to have the answer. Master gardeners will be on hand to share their expertise. Looking for a native hard to find plant? Here's your chance to find it. Looking for lunch? They'll have that too. This truly is a must attend event.

Schedule of events are as follows:

Saturday, May 23
10:00AM-6:00PM Street Festival (6th Ave. - Caswell St.) arts & crafts, plants and food
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Lowe's Kids Clinic, Located at the Visitors Information Center (201 S. Main St.)

Lowe's Garden Clinics with Bill Slack at the Visitors Information Center (201 S. Main St.)
11:00 AM "A Picture Perfect Landscape"
1:00 PM "Pathways, Patios & Plants: Southern Living's Finishing Touches"
3:00 PM "Container Gardening - Secrets of the Pros"

Sunday, May 24
10:00AM-6:00PM Street Festival (6th Ave. - Caswell St.) arts & crafts, plants and food
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Lowe's Kids Clinic, Located at the Visitors Information Center (201 S. Main St.)

Lowe's Garden Clinics with Bill Slack at the Visitors Information Center (201 S. Main St.)
1:00 PM "A Picture Perfect Landscape"
3:00 PM "Pathways, Patios & Plants: Southern Living's Finishing Touches"

5:00 PM Blind Ducky Racing - Patton Park / Sponsored by the Hendersonville Lions Club

It's recommended to leave your beloved pets at home but bring a wagon or rolling cart to make transporting your new treasures home easier.

To read even more about this magical event please visit the following news announcement: http://www.historichendersonville.org/garden_jubilee.htm

Welcome to Flat Rock North Carolina Kidd!

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 21:38:40 -0500

I LOVE the Carl Sandburg home! I'm so fortunate to have the privilege to drive such a short distance and feel miles away.

My favorite times to visit the Sandburg home would be at Christmas which I discussed in a previous post and Spring when the new baby goats are making their debut. So without further adoo...May I entroduce one of the new Kidd's on the block pictures below.

Names have not been picked yet.

May I also share with you the Blue Ridge Times news article announcing the first born?: http://www.blueridgenow.com/article/20090404/TOPSTORIES/904039888/1022/LIVING?Title=Season-s-first-goat-born-at-Sandburg-Home

Henderonville North Carolina's best Japanese Fine Dining

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 20:59:51 -0500

Oumi - located at 633 N. Main Street in Historic Downtown Hendersonville offers superior presentaion and quality of Japanese and Sushi cuisine. From it's entrance to the restrooms it is evident the owners have gone to great lengths to impress.

My personal favorite is the Green River Roll which can't be adequately described, it must be experienced. Another favorite is the Shrimp Tempura and on rare occasions plumb wine or Sake.

Lunch Hours are: Monday - Friday 11am-3pm - Saturday & Sunday 12noon-3pm

Dinner Hours are: Monday - Thursday 4:30pm-9:30pm - Friday & Saturday 4:30pm-10pm. and Sunday 4:30pm-9pm.

For a complete printable menu please visit the official Oumi website at: http://umisushinc.com/menu.aspx

You will not be disappointed.

Historic Johnson Farm Festival - April 25th in Hendersonville North Carolina

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 20:59:53 -0500

The 19Th annual Johnson Farm Festival will be held April 25Th from 10am - 4pm. Proceeds go directly to the historic preservation of the farm and the many educational programs it offers. All workers and performers volunteer their time.

There will be guided tours of the 1880's farmhouse and surrounding buildings. Bluegrass music, dancing, handmade craft displays, storytelling, wagon rides, farm animals and tons of homemade goodies.

PATRICK SULLIVAN/TIMES-NEWS photo

The Historic farm was a gift to Henderson County Public Schools from two bachelor brothers Vernon and Leander Johnson. The farm is now on the National Register of Historic Places.

For more information about this event please visit the Johnson Farm official website: www.co.henderson.k12.nc.us/teachers/johnsonfarm-web/festival

Tickets are $6.00 per adult, $4.00 per child and preschoolers are free.

Driving Directions:

From AshevilleI-26 West (toward Hendersonville), take Airport Exit and turn right toward airport. Follow this road (Hwy 280) about 6 miles to Hwy 191South Turn Left onto 191 South (Haywood Road) - There is a Texaco and a Citgo station at this intersection. Follow Haywood Road 3.5 miles. Johnson Farm will be on your left just after Rugby Middle School.

From Greenville/SpartanburgI-26 East, take Airport Exit and turn left toward airport. Follow this road (Hwy 280) about 6 miles to Hwy 191South Turn Left onto 191 South (Haywood Road) - There is a Texaco and a Citgo station at this intersection. Follow Haywood Road 3.5 miles. Johnson Farm will be on your left just after Rugby Middle School.

From HendersonvilleFrom US 25 North of town, turn onto Haywood Road (Hwy 191 North). There is an Eckerd's at this intersection. Follow Haywood Road 3.5 miles and Johnson Farm is on your right.

He had me at "Hello"

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 22:13:23 -0600

I walked into a record store 15 years ago and met my wonderful husband Ken. March 3^rd will mark our 14^th wedding anniversary. It was our passion for music that sparked conversations which led to our first date and, to this day he still moves me.

Ken is a gentleman, Renaissance man, father, friend and my soul mate. His flaws are so few to his goodness, kindness and love. I appreciate and respect the man God blessed me to be with and I'm happy to say that we have more laugh lines on our face than anger or worry.

Tonight I pulled out old photos to have some laughs and I wanted to share with you a part of our history - Our wedding photo. We were babies!

March 3, 1995 Photo taken by Chuch Hill who granted permission to post to my blog

In honor of our anniversary we are going to eat at Hot Dog World just as we did our very first anniversary this time as a family. It's been an amazing journey filled with joyful and heart breaking events that have drawn us closer.

Christmas 2008

Our passion for music bonded us into a family built on faith, love and commitment. I thank God for my life and my family.

Is watching CNN Making you sick?

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 20:53:52 -0600

I'm a creature of habit. I routinely watch CNN after Bella is fast asleep. I choose not to watch the news while Isobella is awake because it contains adult content. The last thing I want my daughter worrying about is the recent unemployment numbers or the lack of money to fund new schools.

I choose to watch CNN because I want to know what is going on in the world and in my community as a REALTOR®. After watching recent reports on CNN such as "Plummeting Housing Market" and so on I realized I needed to turn off the TV and pray. Watching the same stories over and over again made me feel sick.

Now is not the time for our great nation to sit back and just watch the news.

It's time to rise up and help one another. Encourage, pray and laugh with each other. Imagine the wealth you'd receive in making new friends which money can't buy. The relief and joy you'd receive in knowing you are not alone.

My family struggles to make ends meet but were able to have a once a month family night at home with friends. We break out the board games and everyone brings a covered dish. It is so good to see people I care about laugh and enjoy themselves instead of worrying about job security and health care benefits.

Life, family and friendship are where my wealth is located and in this I am blessed beyond what I deserve.

Call someone you care about and tell them how much they are appreciated. Let's spread some good news!

Hot Dog World – Hendersonville, NC

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Sun, 28 Dec 2008 07:36:49 -0600

Imagine getting a great meal for under $5.00. That's what you'll find at Hot Dog World.

Located at 226 Kanuga Road in Hendersonville North Carolina, this well oiled machine serves the finest hot dogs, milk shakes and so much more. My personal favorite is their chicken salad sandwich. My husband loves their Greek salad. My daughter loves their ice cream and kid's basket.

Hot Dog World offers indoor seating, outdoor seating and call ahead to-go service if your in a hurry. It's where the locals love to eat.

Over $15K of upgrades in this Hendersonville NC townhome

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 22:41:02 -0600

3/2 one level living townhome offers over $15K in quality extras and upgrades! Don't miss the additional storage in the outside entrance basement room. Whole house generator and all appliances convey. Lowest HOA around! Located 1.3 miles from Historic Downtown Hendersonville North Carolina this is the perfect lock and leave or year round living.

Snow tubing in Hendersonville North Carolina

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 22:03:53 -0600

I thought you might be interested in one of Henderson Counties best kept secret...Moonshine Mountain Snow Tubing Park is a family owned and operated snow tubing and Indian mining adventure park located right here in Hendersonville North Carolina!

The coolest part is this is a family friendly park with a half lane open for little ones. It's the only tubing park that allows you to train down the trail with other tubers. It is so much fun! For more details such as hours of operation and prices please visit http://www.moonshinemountain.com/index.html

Bounceville USA - Hendersonville North Carolina

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 21:46:03 -0600

I am delighted to share with you one of my favorite affordable indoor places that I like to take my daughter Isobella to play. Bounceville USA, located at 614 Market Street, is an indoor bounce house featuring three bounce houses, a birthday party room and a ton of fun. The staff is friendly and obsessive about cleanliness. For rates and hours of operation please visit their website at: http://www.bouncevilleusa.com

Christmas at Carl Sandburg – Flat Rock North Carolina

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 20:14:35 -0600

Celebrate Christmas at the Sandburg's home December 13^th 2008 from 10AM to 3PM. Traditional decorations and holiday music set the back drop to this beautiful estate located in Flat Rock North Carolina. In addition to the 10,000 books, notes, papers you'll discover five acres of walking trails, a working dairy goat farm and more. The best part it's FREE! ½ hour guided house tours are available for $5.00 per person.

Carl Sandburg is a two time Pulitzer Prize winner. To discover more about Carl Sandburg please visit http://www.nps.gov/carl.

2008 Historic Inns Holiday Tour Fund Raiser Event - Hendersonville North Carolina

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:31:57 -0600

Sunday December 14^Thfrom 1-5pm. Seven Historic Hendersonville Inns will showcase their homes for the 2008 Holiday Tour of Historic Inns and Cookie Caper.

Sponsored by Hendersonville's Historic Preservation Commission, the self-drive tour allows ticket holders an opportunity to view inns all of which are on the National Register of Historic Places. Each inn offers a unique and magical opportunity to view holiday decorations and fresh baked cookies.

Money raised through the tour will support the historic commission's efforts to place plaques on some Main Street buildings and to place markers in historic neighborhoods.

I have personally enjoyed the holiday tour and would suggest this as a "must do" if you love history and architecture. This year's tour features the Claddagh Inn, Inn on Church St., Melange Inn, Elizabeth Inn, Aunt Adeline's, Angelique Inn and the Waverly Inn.

So call your friends and mark your calendar to support this fantastic event. Tickets are $20.00 per person and are available by calling 828-697-3088.

Walking distance to everything!

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:44:05 -0500

Terrific updated home in beautiful Brookdale Park subdivision. Walking distance to shopping. Hardwood floors, large living room w/wood burning fireplace, den or office on lower level, pretty level backyard with patio. Spacious bedrooms, 3 full updated baths. So much for so little. May have the opportunity to show you this desirable home?

Making your dollar stretch

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 20:39:41 -0500

It's on every-ones mind these days... how do I make my money last longer? I for one have tightened my spending belt and I thought I would share with you what I am doing and if you have a great tip, share it.

In no particular order:

Discount stores. I save $0.25 per item on 2 letter Coke products and snacks by buying them at "Dollar" stores instead of "mart" stores.

Cut cable expenses. I have a premium package with my Direct company and just eliminating HD movie channels saves me almost $40.00 per month. I can always upgrade when I have the extra cash.

Matinée anyone? When I REALLY need my movie fix we choose matinée over evening show times. It can save up to $7.00 per ticket. Check your area for dollar show times if offered.

If possible, cut the cord. The phone cord that is. If it makes scene for your family. I have not had a land line since 2001. We are always on the go so switching to my mobile carrier was a savings of $30.00 per month.

Combine phone, cable and Internet for savings.

Combine auto and home insurance policies for a discount.

Set it and forget it. The thermostat that is.

Car Pool or slow down to conserve your gas. Also regular maintenance helps the overall performance of your automobile. Remember maintenance pays, repairs costs.

Shop Consignment. Need a new to you pair of jeans? You'll find it for a fraction of the cost.

Bring your lunch. I was spending up to $10.00 per day on eating out. (What was I thinking!) Now I bring my lunch or go home to eat.

Dust off the board games and playing cards for low cost family entertainment. Better yet, take a walk as a family or picnic lunch at a local park/playground.

Make your own pizzas. While I love a certain "papa" I love saving money more. I buy pizza crust, cheese, sauce and have money left over for desert.

Make it now, freeze it for later. I make large portions of spaghetti, chili, and beef stew and freeze half of it as I get tired of left overs night after night.

If possible, buy and store regularly used items. It will save on gas and time.

Buy generic when it makes since.

Wanna trade? Yes trading is still alive and well. It's up to you what and how much you trade and you'll be surprised that million dollar companies trade to cut operating expenses.

Install a low flow shower head.

Install rain catchers to downspouts to water plants.

Collect aluminum cans for cash. It works.

Clip coupons. Did you know some stores will price match. Just bring in your sales paper and save.

Do you have AAA? You can save on car rentals, park tickets and more.

What is your money saving advise?

Prices are falling in Hendersonville North Carolina as...

WNC REALTOR® - Mary Sitton - Gann Realty — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 23:03:01 -0500

Fall is in the air here in Hendersonville North Carolina and the surrounding areas. Housing prices are falling for those who really wish to sell in this buyers market. To date we have an 18 month housing inventory supply. Buyer's... now is the time to buy!! For the past 5 years seller's have enjoyed an average 96% list to sale price. Today seller's are averaging 93% of a realistic asking price.

I would love the opportunity to help you with your real estate needs. May I have the privilege of working for you?

Sincerely,
Mary Gann Sitton
Broker/REALTOR
Gann Realty
Mary@GannRealty.com
828-489-9354 Direct