nc: Use your IRA to invest in Real Estate - 09/11/08 07:21 AM
Use your IRA to invest in Real Estate
Many people are still unaware that it is now legal to invest funds from you retirement accounts. And that there can be significant tax advantages to doing so. Property transaction has to be handled though custodian, offer is written in the name of … (2 comments)
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nc: Are your sellers still in denial? - 08/27/08 09:20 AM
I am very positive person! I try to surround myself with positive people all the time.
But being positive and acknowledging situation are two different things! Prices have come down and are still coming down but there are still sellers that are in denial and that are expecting … (3 comments)
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nc: Boating safety, inspections in New Bern NC - 08/08/08 06:10 AM
Here in New Bern North Carolina with all of the beautiful water ways you have to get in to boating, sooner or late. Safety's a big thing in boating and a good inspection simply makes your chances of having a problem a lot less.
Members of a New Bern group hope … (1 comments)
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nc: Tax holiday: 'every little bit helps' - 08/02/08 06:29 AM
All around North Carolina Retail stores are ready for the big weekend. The seventh annual tax free weekend for back to school supplies is once again expected to be a big shopping event. Parents are planning to purchase all the supplies they will need for a year and get that dollar … (4 comments)
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nc: Dear Fellow REALTOR®: - 07/30/08 08:56 PM
Dear fellow Realtors I was not aware that I am helping this?! And I am not sure that this is a positive thing us and our industry. Please let me know what you think! Is this a positive change we needed or is it just buying few more … (9 comments)
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nc: Golf Course Lot in an active boating and golfing community - 07/30/08 06:05 AM
This is a Golf Course Lot in an active boating and golfing community located off the Neuse River, just minutes away from New Bern, the colonial capital of North Carolina. Gated in with all of the amenities for your convince. BEST PRICED GOLF COURSE LOT!
Your North Carolina Broker … (0 comments)
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nc: Welcome to your own “Bird Sanctuary” - 07/26/08 09:35 AM
PRUDENTIAL VALUE RANGE MARKETING - This home is marketed in the price range $244,900- $284,876 Sellers will entertain offers in the price range. GREAT HOME, GREAT PRICE!
Your North Carolina Broker Sonja Babic 252-617-0861 www.SonjaBabic.com
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nc: Virtual Tours Help?! - 07/22/08 02:53 PM
I always have virtual tour done on all of my listings, and my great and very reliable virtual tour girl just quit!? What is everybody else doing? Do you have a company or software to recommend? Please any advice very very welcome! Right now I dont even know where to look.
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nc: North Carolina Symbols Part VIII - 07/19/08 07:15 PM
State Nickname, The Tar Heel State - Historians have recorded that the principal products during the early history of North Carolina were tar, pitch, and turpentine that were produced in the pine woods of the state. There are several stories as to how North Carolinians came to be called Tar Heels. … (1 comments)
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nc: North Carolina Symbols Part VII - 07/19/08 08:05 AM
State Motto, Esse Quam Videri - Esse Quam Videri (To be rather than to seem) The General Assembly of 1893 adopted the words "Esse Quam Videri" as the State's motto and directed that these words with the date "20 May, 1775," be placed with our Coat of Arms upon the Great … (2 comments)
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nc: North Carolina Symbols Part VI - 07/18/08 06:30 AM
State Vegetable, Sweet Potato - The sweet potato was officially designated the State Vegetable by the General Assembly of 1995.
Students at a Wilson County school petitioned the North Carolina General Assembly for the establishment of the sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas) as the Official State Vegetable. Their assignment led to the … (0 comments)
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nc: North Carolina Symbols Part V - 07/17/08 06:08 AM
State Tree, Pine - The pine was officially designated as the State Tree by the General Assembly of 1963. Contrary to popular belief, no specific type of pine tree was specified in the Session Law. Eight types are considered indigenous to the state, including the eastern white, loblolly, longleaf, pitch, pond, … (0 comments)
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nc: North Carolina Symbols Part IV - 07/16/08 06:59 AM
State Insect, Honey Bee - Designated by General Assembly in 1973 Honey Bee became North Carolinas official State Insect. This hard working creature is responsible for the annual honey production worth more then $2,000,000 in the state. Not a native species, the honey bee was brought to North America by settlers … (3 comments)
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nc: North Carolina Symbols Part III - 07/14/08 09:29 PM
State Fruit, Scuppernong Grape - Designated by General Assembly in 2001 Scuppernong Grape became North Carolina State Fruit. The name comes from the Scuppernong River in North Carolina, where it was found and first cultivated during the 17th century. Scuppernong is our nation's first cultivated grape.The name itself traces back to … (3 comments)
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nc: North Carolina Symbols Part II - 07/14/08 06:17 AM
State Flower, Dogwood - The General Assembly of 1941 designated the dogwood as the State Flower. The Dogwood is one of the most prevalent trees in North Carolina and it can be found in all parts of the state from the mountains to the coast. It blossoms in spring and continues … (1 comments)
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nc: North Carolina Symbols Part I - 07/13/08 08:47 AM
State Bird, Cardinal - The cardinal was selected as our state bird on March 4th 1943. The Cardinal is year -round resident of North Carolina it is one of the most common birds in our gardens, meadows and woodlands. Sometimes called winter bird because that it's when it's only red bird … (3 comments)
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nc: Easley backs law to help some N.C. homeowners - 07/05/08 04:13 PM
North Carolina is probably one of the most fortunate states when it comes to the entire sub-prime crisis and foreclosures. we do have our sheer of problems and gas prices as well as overall economy situation can very well be felt here just as much. Still we have experienced 9% increase in … (0 comments)
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nc: July 4th weekend festivities in New Bern NC - 07/03/08 03:27 PM
Independence Day events on Friday
New Bern
Union Point Park
3 p.m. - Park opens, with food, music, crafts, displays and activities for children including an inflatable park
7 to 9 p.m. - 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Band
9:15 p.m. - Fireworks
Havelock
City Park
5 p.m. - Opening … (4 comments)
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nc: Happy 4th of July! - 07/02/08 02:39 PM
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nc: Groundbreaking set for history education center at Tryon Palace - 06/19/08 09:41 PM
A public groundbreaking for the North Carolina History Education Center is scheduled for 5 p.m. Friday.
The event will be the culmination of more than a decade of work by Tryon Palace Historic Sites and Gardens staff and local and state advocates of history education
It begins with a 5 … (0 comments)
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nc: Waterfront Land Sale in New Bern North Carolina! - 06/18/08 08:10 PM
- Complimentary Hotel Room, $5,000 Discount, and Early Appointment for Priority Reservation Holders.
- Personal One on One Attention
- Delicious Southern Cuisine Will Be Catered
- No Pressure
This will be the first time anyone will have the opportunity to take a tour of RiverShore. This unique property has … (0 comments)
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nc: RiverShore Grand Opening - 06/18/08 08:02 PM
June 28th 2008
RiverShore 70 acre waterfront development coming soon.
Great New Waterfront Development in Bridgeton
Read recent article about in New Bern Sun Journal
http://www.newbernsj.com/news/waterfront_39747___article.html/bridgeton_development.html
Your North Carolina Broker Sonja Babic 252-617-0861 www.SonjaBabic.com Sonja Babic with Prudential Clear Water Realty is your … (0 comments)
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nc: How do you choose your team members? - 06/16/08 08:51 AM
To join our team you have to have "Big brains, big hart, thick skin and be 2 % off center" - Donny Deutch
How do you choose your team members?
Delegating is the key to the success, we all know that by now. You just cannot do it by yourself, and … (2 comments)
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nc: Everything is thru the roof except….. - 06/12/08 09:47 PM
THE ROOF
Yes that is correct, with the rising prices all around us as well as very soft housing market lots of construction workers need work and will provide you with an outstanding service for a very reasonable price.
If you need that new roof new is the time! If your … (2 comments)
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nc: NC on fire - 06/11/08 08:58 PM
We here is Craven County are starting to smell as well as to see smoke that is coming all the way from Hyde County. This is firs time that I am personally experiencing wildfire so close to my home and it is very scary.
Officials report the fire in Hyde County … (7 comments)
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nc: 2110 Center Ave New Listing! - 06/07/08 11:00 PM
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Your North Carolina Broker Sonja Babic 252-617-0861 www.SonjaBabic.com Sonja Babic with Prudential Clear Water Realty is your New Bern and North Carolina Real Estate Broker! Looking for waterfront, historic or golf? We have it all! Conveniently located and with so much to offer New Bern is a great … (0 comments)
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nc: Waterfront Land Sale - 06/06/08 10:33 PM
- Complimentary Hotel Room, $5,000 Discount, and Early Appointment for Priority Reservation Holders.
- Personal One on One Attention
- Delicious Southern Cuisine Will Be Catered
- No Pressure
This will be the first time anyone will have the opportunity to take a tour of RiverShore. This unique property has … (2 comments)
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nc: Sweet News from New Bern….. - 05/22/08 06:40 AM
We finally have a Dunkin Donuts! Since Tuesday New Bern's Dunkin Donuts lovers don't have to drive to Havelock any more. We have a new store located conveniently in Taberna just of HWY 70. I don't know about you but this is a BIG NEWS for me and I hope I … (6 comments)
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nc: Going Carolina’s this summer? - 05/22/08 05:58 AM
Are you ready to dig your toes into the cool sand and watch the salt-laced grains roll over the tops of your feet Hear the seagulls and watch the crystal blue waters of the Atlantic roll toward you. Then you need a vacation on one off the great Carolina Beaches!
Sun, … (5 comments)
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nc: Enthusiasts move 98-year-old city clock to Fireman’s Museum - 05/19/08 05:56 AM
The 1910 Seth Thomas-model clock, which operated in downtown New Bern from 1911 to 1999, was moved by the Eastern North Carolina chapter of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors Saturday. It will now reside in the Fireman's Museum o
The 14-foot-tall clock, which operated inside the … (1 comments)
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nc: NC Coastal Stormwater " New Rules" - 05/17/08 08:39 PM
North Carolina is a state that has so much to offer and recently is being named best place to retire by several notional broadcasts as well as publications. All of that is ultimately leading to a rapid growth and development. Recant Phase II of coastal storm water regulation was applied to … (2 comments)
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nc: New Trends in Real Estate - 05/15/08 06:34 AM
New trends will reshape tastes in homes and transform how you buy and sell, experts say. So what will the housing market of the future look like?
Smaller houses. In a February survey of potential home buyers by the National Association of Home Builders, 60 percent said they would rather have … (7 comments)
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nc: 6.8 Acres on Core Sound in Davis North Carolina - 05/03/08 10:06 PM
Waterfront Deal You Are Looking for Is Finally Here!
6.8 Acres on Core Sound in Davis North Carolina, beautiful and up and coming part of North Carolina, great scenery and views everywhere. New Golf Course under construction 16 miles, unrestricted boating! 2300 sq ft mobile home in … (0 comments)
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nc: Women Superiority..... - 05/03/08 09:59 PM
We got off the Titanic first.We can scare male bosses with mysterious gynecological disorder excuses.When we buy a vibrator it is glamorous. When men buy a blow up doll it's pathetic.Men's clothes make women look elfin and gorgeous. Men look like complete idiots in women's clothes.We can be groupies. Male groupies … (4 comments)
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nc: How well do you know your prospects? - 05/03/08 09:37 PM
I just read a great article about Ohio women that said that Amazon knows her better then her husband?!
The piece features an Ohio woman, Pamela Meyers, whose Amazon recommendation emails are better than her own husband's choice of gifts for her. According to the article he "bases his gift-giving choices primarily on … (1 comments)
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nc: Market Update for Carolina Colours... - 04/29/08 12:03 PM
You couldn't pick a better time to tell your prospects about all the opportunities at Carolina Colours:
...A carefree condominium in the "Mansion Flats building for $229,000..last one at this price!
...Towne Homes nearing completion and ready for tours from $279,000 to $329,000.
...Wooded 1/2 acre lots in the new "Spring Green Pass" neighborhood..return … (2 comments)
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nc: Homes 6.8 Acre Core Sound WATERFRONT - 04/29/08 11:57 AM
Waterfront Deal You Are Looking for Is Finally Here! Home on 6.8 Acre WATERFRONT for only $399,000 6.8 Acres on Core Sound in Davis North Carolina, beautiful and up and coming part of North Carolina, great scenery and views everywhere. New Golf Course under construction 16 miles, unrestricted … (0 comments)
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nc: For sale Lot in gated in community only $13,500 - 04/27/08 05:50 PM
Super deal in Fairfield Harbour!
Best value in Fairfield Harbour!!! Property is located in one of the New Bern's premier neighborhoods. Fairfield Harbour is gated in community that offers numerous amenities, two golf courses, two marinas, indoor and outdoor pools tennis courts....
Surrounded by unrestricted water ways it is ideal … (0 comments)
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nc: So You Want to Live on the Coast .... - 04/26/08 08:55 PM
Your North Carolina Broker Sonja Babic 252-617-0861 www.SonjaBabic.com Sonja Babic with Prudential Clear Water Realty is your New Bern and North Carolina Real Estate Broker! Looking for waterfront, historic or golf? We have it all! Conveniently located and with so much to offer New Bern is a great place to work, … (0 comments)
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nc: 530 Spring Garden Rd. now PVRM - 04/23/08 01:29 PM
THIS HOME IS MARKETED WITH PRUDENTIAL VALUE RANGE MARKETING (PVRM) AND SELLERS WILL CONSIDER OFFERS BETWEEN $339,000 AND 398,876!!!
Your buyers are searching in ranges we have sellers selling in ranges LETS GET THEM TOGETHER! If you have any questions please call me! HOW DOES PVMR BENEFITS BUYERS?
· Allows the negotiation process … (3 comments)
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nc: Catching Glitches in Time Saves Deals - 04/21/08 07:03 AM
Prelisting Inspections: Head off trouble
Prelisting inspections - examinations paid for by the seller before a house is put on the market -are becoming an increasingly popular way for practitioners to not only reduce the possibility of last-minute surprises but also give their clients' homes a marketing edge.
The last-minute discovery of … (4 comments)
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nc: Open House This Sunday Waterfront Home! - 04/18/08 02:19 PM
Open House This Sunday 4/20/2008 2 - 4 Please come and see this fabulous Waterfront Home! 100% Financing Available
This waterfront home in move in condition is located in an established and desirable New Bern's neighborhood of River Bend. Excellent Elementary school, golf course and protected waterfront convenient to Trent River make … (1 comments)
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nc: Waterfront Land Sale In North Carolina - 04/16/08 12:18 PM
Don't miss Hogan's Landing final sale!
This is a fantastic opportunity to own a peace of heaven, thinking about investing well now is the time....
Please contact me for more info as well as direction!
Your North Carolina Broker Sonja Babic 252-617-0861 www.SonjaBabic.com Sonja Babic with Prudential Clear Water Realty is your New Bern … (2 comments)
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nc: Military spouses that can’t ask for help? - 04/15/08 10:37 PM
Military spouses have a reputation for helping others - call it version of the military "we take care of our own" philosophy. But they are among the worst when it comes to asking for help for ourselves.
This inability to ask for help when we need it can be the result of … (6 comments)
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nc: New Bern North Carolina Historic Downtown - 04/11/08 07:25 AM
Remember hospitality? In New Bern North Carolina, hospitality is always part of the atmosphere. Voted the friendliest small town in North Carolina in 1995 ultimately the warmth and genuine charm of the people and town are the real treasures of New Bern.
Second oldest city in North Carolina founded in … (4 comments)
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nc: I love Postlets.com!!! - 03/27/08 09:10 PM
I don't know how many of you are using postlets.com but i am discovering something new every day. It is very professional and easy to use piece of marketing. Very versatile as you can use it on so many different web sites including your personal and you can use them … (23 comments)
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nc: No money down available for this Waterfront home - 03/25/08 03:01 PM
FHA Down Payment Assistance Program This property just appraised at $280,000 witch gives buyer instant equity. FHA down payment assistance program lets you use that equity as your down payment and enables you to purchase your new waterfront home with minimal cash out of your pocket. Check out this payment … (2 comments)
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nc: No money down available for this home with a pool! - 03/23/08 10:31 PM
This property appraised last year at $280,000 witch gives buyer instant equity. FHA down payment assistance program lets you use that equity as your down payment and enables you to purchase this great country home with minimal cash out of your pocket. You could be having your first pool party in … (2 comments)
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nc: Discover New Bern, North Carolina! - 03/21/08 07:10 AM
The secret is out! This is the place to live, play, work and retire!
Second oldest city in North Carolina founded in 1710 by Swiss Baron DeGrafenried with plenty of beautiful historic sites. Downtown historic district, magnificent Tryon Palace and many more. But forget about " Sleepy … (2 comments)
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nc: Safest states for kids - 03/20/08 08:25 PM
Got kids? Parents magazine maps the safe havens and danger zones across America
If you are like me and trying to raise some kids in this crazy world that we are living in, then you can use all the help we can get. I just came across thin great article that has … (4 comments)
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nc: Is FHA new sub prime? - 03/20/08 07:17 AM
As much as I have welcomed new limits for FHA loans when the same got raised few weeks back. Click here to look up your County it makes me wonder if this will be our new sub prime market?
Are we pushing our buyers that are not in the best … (1 comments)
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nc: Sellers Seminar March 29 2008 - 03/19/08 09:27 AM
Your North Carolina Broker Sonja Babic 252-617-0861 www.SonjaBabic.com Sonja Babic with Prudential Clear Water Realty is your New Bern and North Carolina Real Estate Broker! Looking for waterfront, historic or golf? We have it all! Conveniently located and with so much to offer New Bern is a great place to work, … (0 comments)
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nc: New Listing In Fairfield Harbour - 03/19/08 09:18 AM
Presented by Prudential Clear Water Realty
4015 Marina Townes Dr. $239,500
New Bern North Carolina
Come as you are.....
This never occupied two bedrooms, two bath unit overlooking the
marina comes with all appliances and it has.
Finally affordable waterfront life style!
No amenities fees, no POA dues, no city TAXES!
Community offers top amenities, two gold courses, two … (1 comments)
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nc: A Tar Heel Treasure Hunt - 03/18/08 09:02 AM
Looking for the treasure? Then North Carolina is place to be for you, from Blackbeard's loot and hidden Confederate gold to the secret history of money lots of our state riches are still unearthed.
Fortunately I can let you know where to look!
Pirates Gold - Pirates have often … (1 comments)
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nc: St. Patrick's Day parade and festival in downtown New Bern - 03/15/08 08:51 PM
March 16, St. Patrick's Day parade begins at 2 p.m. on Middle Street; street entertainment and performers; best Leprechaun and Irish Colleen contest begins at noon on corner of Middle and Broad streets; Irish fare and music begins at 2 p.m.at The Chelsea, Captain Ratty's Seafood & Steakhouse and MJ's Raw … (2 comments)
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nc: Great Places to Donate in Craven County MCAS Cherry Point - 03/09/08 10:38 PM
Great Places to Donate in Craven County
It never fails. Once you've sold your property and have started the moving process you are sure to utter the phrase, "How did we get all this stuff?" A move is a great time to pare down and unload those items you really don't want … (1 comments)
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nc: Home on 10 acres in Vanceboro - 03/07/08 11:09 PM
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nc: New bridge on Trent River takes shape, MCAS Cherry Point - 03/03/08 03:59 PM
The backbone of the Alfred Cunningham replacement bridge over the Trent River is taking shape, with placement of the deck girders.
The $40 million replacement of the Cunningham swing span and construction of a bascule drawbridge has a target opening date for November 2009. A bascule bridge is "a drawbridge … (1 comments)
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nc: Military and Veterans Hospitals in NC, MCAS Cherry Point - 03/02/08 07:31 AM
Military and Veterans Hospitals in NC:
The Veterans of Foreign Wars web site lists all the Veterans Administration hospitals and clinics in NC. http://vfwwebcom.org/nc/VAHospitals Find VA Clinics, Hospitals, and Vet Centers in NC and get update info … (1 comments)
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nc: Craven County Schools Report Card 2008 for MCAS Cherry Point - 03/01/08 08:40 AM
NC School Report Card
Craven County Schools
Superintendent
William B. Rivenbark
252-514-6300
www.craven.k12.nc.us
School size Elementary Middle High
District 512 657 1.021
State 510 666 989
Average class size District State
Kindergarten 19 19
Grade 1 18 … (0 comments)
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nc: Coastal Regulations - Stormwater, Hazards & Setbacks - 02/29/08 03:53 PM
Attention Coastal REALTORS®,
There are three issues currently being discussed in Raleigh that could significantly infringe on the private property rights of individuals living in the coastal communities of North Carolina. Some of you are aware of the proposed "Coastal Stormwater Rules" and the significant impact they could have on property owners … (1 comments)
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nc: Amber alert for pets?! - 02/29/08 06:22 AM
Moving is a very stressful time for all of the family mambers. I dont know about you my little miniature doberman is very well part of my famliy, and many times out pets dont handel it as well as we are wishing for. I just stumblet upon this great web … (8 comments)
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nc: Sellers seminar great success! - 02/26/08 09:16 PM
Special Thank you to Miriam Willis with First South Bank I am so proud to let you know that Prudential Clear Water's Seller Seminar held on 2-23-2008 in Emerald Golf Club was a great success. I was advertising it on here and on localizam in Sellers Seminar Feb. 23rd at … (5 comments)
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nc: Question and answers about buying distressed properties: - 02/26/08 08:03 PM
Question and answers about buying distressed properties: How do you find out about foreclosed properties? Answer: There are few different ways to accomplish this very demanding ask. First of stay away from all of the misleading web sites that will sooner or later try to charge you. Here are few web … (1 comments)
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nc: It's the Match.com Strategy for Home Seekers! - 02/24/08 09:34 AM
It's the e-Harmony or Match.com Strategy for Home Seekers!
"Location, location, location!" When we think of real estate, that phrase is usually the first thing that comes to mind.
Besides the obvious factors that most homeowners wonder about such as schools and crime statistics, how does a homeowner get a … (18 comments)
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nc: Things to do in New Bern this Weekend! - 02/22/08 07:07 AM
Things to do in New Bern this weekend!
2/22 Tryon Palace History After Dark - Professor Norling' scholarship is located at the intersection between maritime history and women's history. As U.S. history appropriately incorporates international and comparative perspectives, Professor Norling emphasizes recognizing the significance of the sailors … (1 comments)
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nc: Do you run everyday? - 02/21/08 07:46 AM
Kevin Odiorne was a runner at Georgetown University and qualified to represent the United States in the half-marathon world championship. When asked, "What's the secret to running?" he would respond, "There is no secret. It is a simple formula."
"I run every day.If it is cold, I run.If it is hot, I … (4 comments)
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nc: Commission to review plans for addition at Firemen's Museum - 02/21/08 05:27 AM
This building, beside the modern Broad Street fire station in New Bern, houses steam pumpers and an extensive collection of other early firefighting equipment along with rare photographs, Civil War relics, and even the mounted head of a faithful old fire horse named Fred, who died in his traces while … (1 comments)
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nc: Date changed for pet parade in Oriental - 02/20/08 06:52 AM
Mark your calendar for this wonderful event that is helping local pets and their owners.
ORIENTAL — The Pamlico Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) has changed the date of its third annual dog parade. The new date is Saturday, March 29. The parade will begin at 11 a.m. from Lou … (2 comments)
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nc: When is a Real Estate Investor: Not an Investor? - 02/19/08 02:48 PM
Not all real estate investors are created equal in the eyes of the IRS, which means not all tax planning will work for everyone. Here are some guidelines and I am hoping this will help you implement right tax strategy. You need to know where you fit to maximize your … (0 comments)
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nc: Sellers Seminar Feb. 23rd at Emerald Golf Club! - 02/19/08 06:25 AM
Sonja Babic with Prudential Clear Water Realty is you New Bern and North Carolina Real Estate Broker! Looking for waterfront, historic or golf? We have it all! Conveniently located and with so much to offer New Bern is a great place to work, play and retire!
Please contact … (0 comments)
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nc: Are you stressed??? - 02/17/08 10:33 PM
STRESS I am not sure exactly how it works, but this is amazingly accurate. Read the full description before looking at the picture. The picture below has 2 identical dolphins in it. It was used in a case study on stress levels at St. Mary's Hospital. Look at both dolphins jumping … (2 comments)
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nc: Live For Today But Plan For Tomorrow - 02/16/08 08:30 PM
Some people live like there is no tomorrow. Other people are so busy worrying about tomorrow they never actually live at all!What about you?
Does your career offer you the freedom to live for today and still have something left over to plan for tomorrow?
Its almost tax time again … (6 comments)
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nc: Buyers Or Listings: Which Is Worth More? - 02/12/08 04:00 PM
Which came first, the buyer or the seller?
In different markets, should a Real Estate Professional concentrate on one more than the other?
And if so when should we concentrate more on one or the other. Think that way when considering where your focus … (9 comments)
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nc: 303 Nelson Rd. New Listing! - 02/10/08 05:02 PM
Click for Virtual Tour http://tours.justsnooping.com/2339815/?b=false
Your North Carolina Broker Sonja Babic 252-617-0861 www.SonjaBabic.com Sonja Babic with Prudential Clear Water Realty is your New Bern and North Carolina Real Estate Broker! Looking for waterfront, historic or golf? We have it all! Conveniently located and with so much to offer New Bern is a … (1 comments)
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nc: Love living in New Bern North Carolina!! - 02/05/08 04:04 PM
Look at current condition in New Bern North Carolina!!!!
You have to love this forecast on February 5th. Our average tempraetures arent this great so I have to run and enjoy this lucky break today and tomorrow.
I am out of the office until further notice. Tomorrow forecast 80!!!!
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nc: New Bern Academy Museum - 02/05/08 03:57 PM
Great places to visit in New Bern North Carolina
New Bern Academy Museum
1800 - 1971
Located in Historic Downtown at corner of New Street and Hancock Street, New Bern, North Carolina 252-514-4951. The New Bern Academy Museum building originally served as a … (1 comments)
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nc: Postcards! - 01/31/08 08:00 PM
Outside of using the internet, the most cost-efficient means of marketing yourself to new and past clients is by mailing out Real Estate Postcards . There is no other medium through which you can make as large an impact on your target audience for as low a price.
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nc: My first lead from Web Site IM !!! - 01/29/08 08:45 PM
CLICK HERE TO CHAT WITH ME!
I have recently read a post here about Plugoo (you can get one at http://www.plugoo.com/enter.php ) It is a type of IM that you can post on your web site and enable visitors to ask you questions and talk to you live. Very … (6 comments)
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nc: More Real Estate Humor - 01/28/08 11:02 PM
IN A crowded elevator, one man asked another, "How's business?" "Last year we sold 500,000 houses, 700,000 farms and 750,000 schools," came the reply. "This year we ought to do equally well and, in addition, sell 1,200,000 garages." As the elevator descended, there was heavy silence for a moment. Then someone … (5 comments)
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nc: Yes its cold in North Carolina but... - 01/28/08 09:57 PM
But.....
It is warming up. Starting tomorrow we will be seeing
higher temperatures and finally some rain. The best month to visit coastal North
Carolina and to look at the properties its definitely March, February might be
pleasant but watch that forecast carefully. This is still winter month.
More … (1 comments)
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nc: Are you getting paid? - 01/28/08 09:40 PM
In the market like we have it right now it is very easy at let in and cut your commission. I am very curios how do you deal with raising pressure.
Are you cuting your commission or are you getting paid?
Your North Carolina Broker Sonja Babic 252-617-0861 www.SonjaBabic.com Sonja … (3 comments)
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nc: Real Estate Humor - 01/24/08 08:53 PM
"I have to have a raise in my commission," the agent said to his manager. "There are three other companies after me.""Is that so?" asked the manager. "What other companies are after you?""The electric company, the telephone company, and the gas company."A client bought a new home and the broker wanted … (8 comments)
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nc: Bank of America & Countywide ?! - 01/23/08 12:46 PM
Guys here is very good article from MSN money about transaction and what it could mean for our daily business. Take a moment and read, I love the part where it talks about us reaching bottom of the market in next few months as I believe that is exactly what we … (3 comments)
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nc: Some Wise Thoughts for Sunday Night - 01/20/08 08:53 PM
Never take life seriously. Nobody gets out alive anyway.Life is sexually transmitted.Health is merely the slowest possible rate at which one can die.Men have two emotions: Hungry and Horny. If you see him without an erection make hima sandwich.Give a person a fish and you feed them for … (3 comments)
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nc: First time home buyers in today’s market. - 01/19/08 07:43 PM
You Have......... 1. A great career 2. College education 3. Have traveled the world 4. Credit profile is GREAT ( or OK ) 5. Have an awesome social life 6. Nice Car 7. Involved in your community Now......what's missing.....you ask? Maybe a nice home of your own to come to after … (2 comments)
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nc: U.S. 70 Bypass of Havelock is coming! - 01/18/08 11:04 AM
At a meeting Thursday night, officials of the department asked for local help in making the changes safe and attractive. More than 110 residents, who use U.S. 70 as their Main Street, filled the Havelock Tourist and Events Center looking for answers to questions about the state's Super 70 … (1 comments)
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nc: Your home doesn’t get second chance to make first impression! - 01/18/08 10:43 AM
Home staging is becoming more and more popular as homeowners are learning importance of sprucing up their private residences for the market place.
Your home doesn't get second chance to make first impression!
Don't forget goal is to sell a home quickly and for the largest amount … (1 comments)
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nc: Greenbriar New Bern’s special treasure! - 01/17/08 04:13 PM
The Greenbriar is a Weyerhauser planned golf community located within the city of New Bern, North Carolina. The entire development surrounds an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Rees Jones. The clubhouse at The Emerald Golf Club at Greenbrier is often the chosen location for major local charity events … (1 comments)
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nc: Tenant Screening Tips - 01/17/08 07:31 AM
More then ever Real Estate is appealing as long term investment, with high inventory and staggering prices more and more investors are looking it to investment properties. Here are some tips to help you keep that positive and profitable experience. I screen my own tenants. I tend to think that I'm … (5 comments)
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nc: You don’t get a second chance to make a first impression! - 01/16/08 07:39 PM
I had an open house few weeks ago and in come young women in shorts and t-shirt, looks around, smiles but doesn't look like someone you would take serious. Then she gets her business card out and introduces her self as a real estate agent with one of the local … (10 comments)
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nc: How do you protect your self? - 01/16/08 06:40 PM
We are in a high risk profession and we all know that, would you agree with me?
And we all did it, I have met people at the house that I didn't know before. I have shown vacant houses without let somebody know where I am at. We all gotten our … (5 comments)
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nc: Trent Woods one of the New Bern North Carolina finest communities! - 01/15/08 09:38 PM
Trent Woods one of the New Bern North Carolina finest communities!
Trent Woods packs a lot into its 4 square mile area. There were 4,192 people in the 2000 census. There are 4 churches, a town building, a garden club, a police and fire station, an … (5 comments)
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nc: The Price is Right Real Estate Game?! - 01/15/08 08:29 PM
The Price is Right Real Estate Game?!
Choose knowledge over the game!
One of the most important factors, if not the key factor, for a quick home sale is proper pricing. Price your home too high and you'll generate very little to no interest. Price your home below what … (7 comments)
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nc: New Bern North Carolina is a great place to buy right now! - 01/07/08 04:42 PM
New Bern North Carolina is a great place to buy right now! With still high inventory and relatively long time on the market price are coming down daily. Builder are still going strong with incentives but they are slowing down with new construction so with spring time approaching … (1 comments)
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nc: Top Cyber Scams - 01/06/08 10:25 PM
Top Cyber Scams1. Auctions2. General Merchandise Sales3. Nigerian Money Offers4. Computer Equipment/Software5. Internet Access Services6. Work-at-Home Plans7. Information/Adult Services8. Travel/Vacations9. Advance Fee Loans10. Prizes/SweepstakesProtect Yourself from Internet Fraud· Know who you're dealing with. If the seller or charity is unfamiliar, checkwith your state or local consumer protection agency and the Better … (2 comments)
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nc: Equestrian home in the New Bern! - 12/06/07 06:57 AM
5206 US HWY 17 S. $299,000 Virtual Tour Absolutely unbelievable find! A must see rustic country beauty 3 min. form Wal-Mart. Georges hardwood floors trough out. Very private and secluded lot. New roof and new deck in 2005. Wood burning stove in sunroom. Horse sables see pictures. Sale includes absolutely unbelievable 0.75 acre, … (1 comments)
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nc: River Station New Bern Waterfront Lots in Historic Downtown - 12/05/07 09:57 PM
River Station New Bern North Carolina Amenities:· eight properties with direct River access· sidewalks, curbing, gutters throughout· nine properties with waterviews· underground utilities· private marina for all seventeen properties· on-site storm-water management· waterfront neighborhood green & walkway· front & rear access to all homes·historically accurate home exteriors·state-of-the-art home interior … (3 comments)
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nc: Unique Equestrian Property in New Bern North Carolina - 12/05/07 09:46 PM
530 Spring Garden Rd. $399,000
Unbelievable country home! Absolutely no expense spared on this country beauty! 4 Bedrooms 3 full baths 1 half bath. Custom cabinetries, stainless steal appliances, two alarm systems, over sized master, huge master bath. 26 X 26 family room with BOSE surround Sound system and separate … (0 comments)
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nc: Oriental to celebrate Spirit of Christmas on Friday and Saturday - 12/05/07 07:22 PM
Christmas in Oriental
Friday's activities begin with a noon ribbon cutting for the town's new 120-foot public pier at Lou Mac Park. Activity continues at the park with a 5:15 p.m. unveiling of the Oriental History Museum's new historical marker, part of the museum's Historical House … (0 comments)
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