E.I. Realty - Summer 2019

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On September 13, 2018, we braced ourselves for the hurricane named Florence. We are now months since the storm, recovering and revitalizing our island and we are better than ever! Homes are being renovated, repairs are being made and Emerald Isle shows it’s EMERALD ISLE STRONG! Our little slice of paradise, Emerald Isle and the entire Crystal Coast, is ready for another wonderful summer season!

At the end of 2018 our sales market was working with lower inventory than normal. Our 2019 spring market has started out strong and we have seen an increase in sales inventory and buyers.

Although the inventory has increased since 2018, we are still in need of homes to sell. Our market conditions are favorable with property values holding strong and interest rates remaining low and attractive to buyers. Our expectation throughout 2019 is seeing newly remodeled properties hit the market with all the upgrades buyers are looking for.

Whether you are looking to purchase your primary residence, second home/investment property, sell or gather up to date information about the Crystal Coast real estate market, we are here to help.

Call today to speak with our award-winning Barefoot Brokers for all of your real estate needs. Our brokers are experienced, well versed in the marketplace and names you can trust.

Gail Weldon

MANAGING BROKER, EMERALD ISLE REALT Y

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THE BAREFOOT BROKER OF EMERALD ISLE TIPS FOR BUYERS AND SELLERS LOCAL MORTGAGE AND HOME WARRANT Y HELP F R E Q U E N T LY ASKED QUESTIONS MEET OUR BAREFOOT BROKERS SUMMER CONCERT KICKOFFS AND EVENTS 5 I M P O R TA N T Q U E ST I O N S F O R YOUR PROPERT Y MANAGER

HOMES FOR SALE

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Jim Batten was one of Emerald Isle’s most unforgettable characters in the short history of our small beach town.

There are many fondly told tales of his wry sense of humor, broad smile, love of storytelling, how he was a World War II hero flying B17s with his crew over Germany as a ball turret gunner and then spent decades as a newspaper editor with a special fondness for high school and college athletics across North Carolina. What we, his Emerald Isle Realty friends and family, love to recall is the quarter of a century from 1975 to 2001 when he retired from journalism, kicked off his penny loafer Bass Weejuns and sold more real estate barefoot than brokers today can ever dream of.

The bare feet, khaki shorts—or blue jeans depending on the weather—simple oxford or polo shirt, thick locks of silvery hair and twinkling, always twinkling hazel brown eyes were surely part of his charm. But what all who knew him truly appreciated about him was the intrinsic honesty and ethics of this southern gentleman from the small western North Carolina town of Wadesboro. Buyers and sellers knew his firm handshake and his word were the only guarantee they’d ever need that Jim truly had their best interests at heart.

Growing up on a dairy farm, his work ethic came as effortlessly as the summer days he loved. An early love for words and the power of a good book to spark his imagination meant he often did his older brother Robert’s book reports and Robert milked Jim’s share of the family’s dairy cows. Robert contributed to the war effort by keeping the farm going; Jim flew those missions over Germany. Post war, the GI Bill meant this returning airman continued his love of learning at Davidson, then Chapel Hill, and after marrying the love of his life, Mary Harlan, a southern belle from Fayetteville, NC, spent his senior college year at the University of Miami pursuing his dream of becoming a journalist. Jim also found time those college summers to lifeguard at Ocean Drive near Myrtle Beach by day and then by night, help invent “The Shag”. If you’re not from the Carolinas, this is a sweet, shuffling dance just made for soft summer nights and always best when the sounds of our indigenous beach music are intertwined with the sound of crashing waves on the shore.

Post college came years as sports editor for the Fayetteville Observer in Fayetteville, NC, then later editor in chief for the Jacksonville, NC Daily News. These were fascinating years as America basked in the Kennedy era, then weathered Vietnam and the civil rights struggles.

After the sudden passing of his sister, Mildred Batten Simmons, in 1975, Jim and Mary took the helm of Emerald Isle Realty. Now the tug of war began between his love of the adrenaline rush of daily newspaper deadlines and the idyllic promise of daily two mile beach walks; Emerald

Isle won. He and Mary relished the challenge of growing Emerald Isle Realty from 100 vacation rentals to over 700 and both delighted in welcoming the families who came to stay in the vacation rental cottages. Rental guests fell in love with Emerald Isle, bought property from Jim, became vacation rental homeowners and then dear friends. Jim was a natural salesman with his gift for intelligent conversation and discernment of what was the ideal property for each buyer.

Darting around the island with the top down on his British racing green MG, then later his jet black Alpha Romeo convertible, Jim would wheel in, jump out, and with boundless energy and enthusiasm for a man in his sixth and seventh decade, show property, list property, and on one famous occasion, wrote the terms for a potential offer to purchase on a scrap of 2x4 lumber. The name of the vacation rental cottage became “A Board Delight”.

One of the great joys of my life was having such a generous and loving, charismatic yet compassionate man as my father, business mentor and friend. By 1978 my husband Mark and I had joined my parents at Emerald Isle Realty, each of us with our unique gifts and contribution to help ensure the success of our family business. With immense pride, I can share how satisfying it is that our adult children, Nathan, Allison and James are now taking their place as the third generation to continue in our footsteps at Emerald Isle Realty. Summers, our fourth generation, our teenage grandchildren, love greeting our rental guests at check-in time.

The heart and soul, the true spirit of Emerald Isle Realty... we owe that all to Jim Batten, the Barefoot Broker.

Shortly after 9/11, Jim passed away after a brief illness.

I know the sweet spirit of my father, Jim Batten, lives on today through each member of our Emerald Isle Realty family and especially our talented sales team. They know they are each their very best self when they emulate Jim’s old fashioned honesty and gift for caring more about the person than the transaction. Jim Batten, our Barefoot Broker, lived the ethos of America’s Greatest Generation every day of his life. Next time you are rambling barefoot down the beach, think of Jim, smile, glance heavenward, and take infinite joy in this most simple of pleasures. Jim most certainly did.

Julia Batten Wax

BROKER/OWNER, EMERALD ISLE REALT Y

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TIPS FOR BUYING & SELLING A HOME PARTNER WITH A PROFESSIONAL. Partners are important in any relationship, especially when you are buying or selling a home.

A Broker/REALTOR® should be your number one partner in any real estate transaction.

Characteristics of the right Broker/REALTOR®: • • • • • •

Honesty Integrity Knowledge Responsiveness Communication skills Strong negotiation skills

The right Broker/REALTOR® will provide you information on homes and neighborhoods in your local market that are not always accessible to the public.

Buyer’s Checklist

LENDERS, PREAPPROVAL & CREDIT SCORE

mortgage rates from several lenders to see nCompare what package works best for you. questions! nAsk preapproved. When receiving offers, sellers will nGet often ask how qualified the buyer is to purchase. Having a preapproval letter can show that you are capable of purchasing the home. It can also be used to your advantage when competing with multiple offers. your credit score. Credit score is one of the nMonitor most important factors in qualifying for a loan. not apply for credit cards or make large purchases nDo during the home buying process. Your credit will be checked multiple times before settlement.

SHOP FOR THE PERFECT HOME WANTS VS. NEEDS

time by doing your homework and work with a nSave Broker/REALTOR®. your wants versus needs based on your budget. nOrganize Broker/REALTOR® will arrange showings based on nYour your criteria.

PERFORM INSPECTIONS

nInspections are a vital part of any real estate

transaction.

Types of inspections include home, septic, water, radon, chimney, wood destroying insect report and lot survey.

These inspections will provide the buyer with any defects of the property. inspections, the buyer and seller can negotiate nAfter repairs, if necessary.

FINAL WALK THROUGH, INSURANCE & CLOSING

final walk through is arranged through your Broker/ nYour REALTOR®. The objective of the walk through is to ensure the condition of the property has not changed since your last visit. It will also confirm all agreed upon repairs have been completed. homeowners insurance and get the coverage nResearch that works best for you. for closing costs. nBudget buyer’s mortgage lender will provide the Closing nThe Disclosure three business days before settlement for review.

HAPPY CLOSING DAY!

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Seller’s Checklist

REMOVE CLUTTER, DEPE RSONALIZE & ORGANIZE

nRemoving clutter can help buyers envision their

belongings in your home. It can spacious appearance. This will also create a more help the buyer focus on the quality of the home. nDepersonalize by removing overly personal items such as family portraits, children’s sporting/exercising equipmentartwork, knick-knacks, toys, counter contents. nStorage space is one of the mostand important selling points.

Organize your closets to app organized closet will present ear neat and tidy. An ample amount of storage space. Storage space is one of the most important selling points.

ELIMINATE BAD ODOR CLEAN, CLEAN, CLEANS &

nPay attention to smells. Pet and food odors are very offensive to buyers. nFill the home with pleasing scents. Clean from ceiling fans to baseboards and rywhere in between. nMake your home sparkleeve !

WORK ON YOUR HONEY-D

LIST nRemember all of those “little thinOgs” you have been

meaning to fix? Focus on thin doorknobs, replacing broken gs such as tightening tiles, replacing dated fixtures, repairing leaky faucet s, patching nail holes and freshening wall paint. nPainting is one of the most inexpensive ways to refresh your home both inside out. nRepair any major defectand s such as broken windows or a leaky roof. nYou want your home to be in the best condition possible.

Think about investing in a pre -home inspection to determine any unknown defect s and make repairs before listing your home.

CURB APPEAL = GOOD FIR

ST IMPRESSION! nMake sure the exterior of the hom e is clean and

well kept. An untidy appearanc make buyers think the inside e from the outside will s similar. nPainting can give the exteriorlook n, crisp look. nMake the entrance of the homae clea front door color, adding a wre inviting by updating the ath and potted plants along the walkway. nPressure washing the home, decking and any concrete can make a big differen the appearance. nManicure the lawn, trimcebusinhes and remove weeds.

Local

MORTGAGE & HOME WARRANTY HELP

LENDING PEACE OF MIND Emerald Isle enthusiast, Jon Wood, the local producing branch manager for Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group®, stands out in his ability to actively and comfortably engage homebuyers through every stage of the mortgage process. Jon’s niche for connecting with homebuyers on the stunning Crystal Coast, all while creating a smooth, personalized journey for his clients along the path to homeownership, is a top-notch depiction of Atlantic Bay as a whole.

Atlantic Bay was founded in 1997 by CEO Brian Holland.

There are nearly 800 employees, with mortgage bankers licensed in 33 states. The notable 99.4% Customer Satisfaction Rate* and 98.5% Close on Time Rate* is just a glimpse into your experience-focused relationship that is built while working with Atlantic Bay’s local mortgage bankers. AB Cares is the philanthropic initiative that gives back to your community and has helped 115 local organizations and charities.

Fitting right in with the Atlantic Bay culture, Jon, licensed in North Carolina, specializes in coastal mortgage lending opportunities for primary homes, second homes, and investment properties. He has helped over 2,500 families realize their dream of homeownership simply by understanding the importance, and his favorite aspect, of “working with homebuyers to find the best solution for their goals.” Jon’s passion for the Crystal Coast of North Carolina, including his favorite pastime as an avid inshore fisherman, combined with his extensive knowledge and 20-year experience in the mortgage industry, undoubtedly represents Atlantic Bay well. His unique combination of traits also showcases his skills as a loan originator and manager of other top producing loan officers in the area.

Having a local lender assist you through the mortgage process makes for a great option if you want ensured knowledge of local

real estate and current market trends, along with face-to-face, personalized experiences specific to your needs. Jon and the rest of the team at Atlantic Bay share in the passion for providing memorable services that seamlessly transition homebuyers into homeownership.

Jon Wood

PRODUCING BRANCH MANAGER, AT L A N T I C BAY MORTGAGE GROUP NMLS#479214 252-725-9814 jonwood@atlanticbay.com

142 Fairview Dr., Suite J, Emerald Isle, NC 28594 *Data is derived from internal metrics as of 09/2018. Loan programs may change at any time with or without notice. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All loans subject to income verification, credit approval and property appraisal. Not a commitment to lend. Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group, L.L.C. NMLS #72043 (nmlsconsumeraccess.org) is an Equal Opportunity Lender. Located at 596 Lynnhaven Parkway Suite 200 Virginia Beach, VA 23452.

PROTECTING YOUR INVESTMENT While you’re building a lifetime of memories, Old Republic Home Protection keeps your home protected with our industry-leading home warranty coverage.

Think of your systems and appliances like the heartbeat of your home, working in the background to support your lifestyle.

When they malfunction, you can rest easy knowing that ORHP is here for you with comprehensive repair and replacement home warranty protection.

Offering seller coverage that protects the home during the listing process and is easily transferred to the buyer at closing. The seller has the comfort of knowing that if an issue should arise with a major system or appliances, Old Republic Home Protection is there to help remedy the problem. Simply call for service and a highly vetted, qualified contractor will be there to correct the issue. This keeps the seller’s money in their pocket rather than paying for last minute costly repairs.

Our buyer coverage is leading the industry in North Carolina with our newly added complete HVAC coverage. In the past, as with all other home warranty companies when dealing with an HVAC replacement, the homeowner always had to pay for any unbroken parts so that the HVAC system is compatible. Old Republic is now covering that compatibility issue in our Platinum Coverage.

It is truly the only coverage of its kind in the entire state.

With 8 different plans to choose from, we have a plan that fits every buyer’s needs. We are the People Helping People home warranty company and I’m here to help you and your REALTOR® build your lifetime of dreams.

Stephanie Midgett

SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE OLD REPUBLIC HOME PROTECTION 800-282-7131 ext. 1070 stephaniem@orhp.com www.myorph.com/ stephaniemidgett

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS How’s the market?

Spring and Fall are our best market times. Currently our market has low inventory and we are in need of homes to sell. We have buyers looking for second homes and rental investments. The mortgage rates are good, with a 30 year fixed being below 4%.

Do I really need a REALTOR® when buying a home?

Yes. Only real estate professionals who are members of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (NAR) can call themselves REALTORS®. All REALTORS® adhere to NAR’S strict Code of Ethics, which is based on professionalism and protection of the public. Some of the basic principles of the Code of Ethics include: protect and promote your client’s interests, but be honest with all parties. Avoid exaggeration, misrepresentation, and concealment of pertinent facts. The consumer can expect honest and ethical treatment in all transaction-related matters.

Should I sell my current home before buying a new one?

It would be a good idea. If a seller does accept a contingency sale, they usually expect to receive a nonrefundable due diligence fee, to pay for their time off the market. The time off the market is usually longer for a seller with a contingent sale, especially if the contingent property is not under contract. Selling your current home before you enter the process of buying another makes the transaction better for all parties. The buyer has more bargaining power, it helps them qualify for a loan and the seller is more willing to negotiate.

Should I talk with a bank before looking at homes?

Yes, absolutely. Having pre-approval by your lender gives the buyer ability to let the seller know they are qualified to purchase the home. Sellers feel more confident in the sale when the buyer is pre-qualified with their lending institution.

How long does the seller have to respond to my offer?

Generally, most sellers respond in a timely manner. If you prefer, your REALTOR® has a form that will accompany the offer to request a response within a reasonable amount of time, such as 24 to 48 hours.

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How long does it take to buy a home?

Once a buyer decides on a home and a contract is accepted by the seller, the buyers can move forward toward their loan process. The average loan process takes around 30 to 45 days. If the contract is for cash, they can generally close in approximately 14 days.

How much do I have to pay an agent to help me buy a home?

Emerald Isle Realty does not charge a buyer fee to help with the buying process. Most of our success fees are paid by the seller at closing. However, in some circumstances when the seller is not offering commission, such as for sale by owner, the buyer could be asked to pay for the services provided.

How many homes should I see before making an offer?

That will depend on the buyer’s specific needs and the inventory available. If the REALTOR® has a good idea of the requirements of the buyer, such as price and specifics (examples: bedrooms, bathrooms, open floor plan, square footage), they can provide a list of homes for the buyers to view. Generally, they will have a good number of homes to show the buyer to choose from based on their criteria.

What do you think the seller will accept as a fair price?

The seller is looking for the best price, terms and conditions. Your REALTOR® can provide the most recent sales to help you with your decision. The scope of agency includes seller agents, buyer agents and dual agents. You will need to cover the Working with Real Estate Agents brochure with your REALTOR® to be an informed consumer on who the REALTOR® represents.

What should I expect at closing?

At the closing, your closing attorney will have the closing statement prepared with the closing costs and the deed transferring to the new buyer. You will need to arrange with the closing attorney how they wish to receive your monies for closing costs and down payment. The attorney will cover all the details of the closing and record the new deed. The buyer will then receive the keys for his/her new property.

MEET OUR Barefoot

Brokers

names you can trust.

Gail Weldon

Managing Broker, REALTOR®, ABR, CRS, GRI, RRS, SFR

Don Whiteside Broker/REALTOR®, ABR, CDPE, CRS, GRI, RRS, SFR 2018 Emerald Isle Realty's Top Producer - Real Estate Sales 2018 Carteret County Association of REALTORS® Gold Level Agent Production Award 2018 Carteret County Association of REALTORS® Professional Service Award

Donna Byrd

Broker/REALTOR®, ABR, E-PRO®, GRI, RRS, SFR

Phyllis Howard

Broker/REALTOR®, RRS

Since 1992, I have been passionate about selling real estate on Emerald Isle and the gorgeous Crystal Coast. My husband, Dean, our two daughters, Shannon & Jamie, and I have always had a special place in our hearts for Emerald Isle. Originally from Henderson, North Carolina, Emerald Isle has been our family vacation spot since the late ‘70’s. I now provide the best real estate service and knowledge for anyone buying or selling. My greatest reward has been the repeat business I receive from my clients. As I like to say, “The best compliment I receive is a referral from you.” I look forward to hearing from you if I can assist you with any of your real estate needs.

My family’s desire to live by the ocean brought me to the Emerald Isle area 25 years ago. Always having a love of real estate, it didn’t take long to find a home at Emerald Isle Realty where I’ve been able to enjoy a career working with my Buyers and my Sellers helping them realize their goals and dreams from selling their prized investment or treasured family homestead to making the biggest purchase of their life. I’m honored to be a recipient of the Barefoot Broker Spirit Award from Emerald Isle Realty and the Professional Service Award from the Carteret County Association of REALTORS®. I am a consistent top producer earning Platinum and Gold production awards for the past 2 years. So, when you’re ready, give me a call, because I know just how stressful your endeavor can be when buying or selling real estate and I promise to help make your transaction as worry-free and simple as possible.

Moving from the High Point/Greensboro area, Emerald Isle has been my home since 1993. After 18 years of owning my own business, Data Preparation, Inc., I decided to make a career change and selling real estate along the Crystal Coast seemed like the natural choice. I am a Graduate of the North Carolina REALTORS® Institute, a member of the Certified Residential Specialist, a consistent Multi-Million Dollar producer and I enjoy selling real estate on beautiful Emerald Isle. Whether you are looking to buy a scenic waterfront cottage, a vacation getaway, or a quiet suburban home, I listen to your needs – locating excellent values, skilled negotiation, and coordination of financing. If you are thinking of selling you property, ask me about my unique marketing plan – getting you the best price possible in the shortest amount of time. Moving in the Right Direction!

As a native of the Crystal Coast, I can’t think of another place I’d prefer to live. I love the land, the waters, the people and our simplistic way of life. Because of this, I enjoy a successful real estate career. The real estate advantages I offer come from my experience in property management (beneficial for investors) and my involvement in the community, church and schools (beneficial for relocating families). I am a graduate of UNCWilmington with a BA Degree in Education. I am married to Budda and have two children, Riley and Coley. I strive to instill in my children a great appreciation for our area and provide experiences that build fond childhood memories—like those I enjoy as a result of growing up at the beach. Whether relocating or searching for a vacation home, I can assist you in the process of building memories for your family when purchasing on the Crystal Coast. I am a full time real estate agent, dedicated to providing knowledgeable, friendly service.

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Emma Lee Singleton Broker/REALTOR®, ABR, CRS, E-PRO®, GRI, RRS

2018 Carteret County Association of REALTORS® Silver Level Agent Production Award

Heather Singleton Broker/REALTOR®, ABR 2018 Carteret County Association of REALTORS® Bronze Level Agent Production Award

Kathy Perry Broker/REALTOR®, CRS, GRI 2018 Carteret County Association of REALTORS® Bronze Level Agent Production Award

Angela Clark Broker/REALTOR®, RSPS

Holly Scantlin

Executive Sales Administrator , Broker/REALTOR®, GRI

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My years of experience, plus ongoing education, has made it possible for me to be the Top Producer at Emerald Isle Realty for 12 years of the past 17. I have been a consistent Mulit-Million Dollar Producer. I have owned a beach cottage in Salter Path since 1972 and made the move to the place of my dreams in 1991, the beautiful Crystal Coast. My hobbies include boating, fishing, reading and, of course, real estate! Let me put my experience to work for you. I am in contact with the professionals you need to make the right decisions in your real estate transactions. My promise to YOU, as your real estate agent, I will work to find the perfect buyer for your property or find the property to fit your wants and needs. I will do all the work and provide you with accurate and timely information. In this ever-changing market, you deserve only the best service, and that is what I deliver, REAL ESTATE SERVICE! Please contact me for any information concerning the real estate market here on the Crystal Coast.

Originally from Kinston, NC, I have vacationed on Bogue Banks my entire life…always dreaming of the day when I would make it my permanent home. After graduating from East Carolina University and gaining life and work experiences for several years, I made that dream become reality.

Loving the coast as I do, I would love to help you make your own dreams come true. As a real estate sales broker for Emerald Isle Realty, when you choose to work with me in making your coastal home dreams come true, I promise to focus on your needs. I will assist you in your real estate transactions by walking you through the process, explaining each and every step along the way. I will keep you updated on the current market trends and advise you honestly and openly. We will seek the property that is most advantageous for you. Ultimately, I hope, with my varied experiences, to offer you all of the right tools to make an informed decision regarding your valuable investment. Put your trust in me to offer seamless assistance to you for every aspect of your home purchase or sale.

I have been in the real estate business on the Crystal Coast since 2005.

I have been blessed to represent many wonderful buyers and sellers in our market place. Having a passion for the business, working hard, and assisting my clients with the multitude of details of a real estate transaction has resulted in many happy testimonials. I spent many years as a member of the leadership of the Crystal Coast Association of REALTORS® as various committee chairs, president elect, president, and immediate past president among other things. That required a lot of travel and I always did my best to represent the association well at meetings and legislative events. After that, I represented NC Realtors®, our state association, as Region 1 VP. I had 7 local associations to represent and enjoyed meeting a lot of people doing so. I was voted Realtor® of the year in 2016 by my fellow CCAR members. I am a multimillion-dollar producing agent. My goal is to assist and support my clients throughout the transaction and assure them of a successful, positive conclusion. I look forward to helping you or anyone you know with real estate needs here on our beautiful Crystal Coast.

My family and I have lived in Coastal North Carolina for over 25 years and we cannot imagine calling anywhere else home! There is so much Eastern Carolina has to offer, and I delight in sharing my knowledge of the area with others. I am a graduate of East Carolina University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration-Finance. My education, along with a background in finance and lending, is a benefit in serving my clients. I enjoy all aspects of real estate and whether you are looking to buy or sell it would be my privilege to assist you in reaching your real estate goals.

earned designations KEY ABR CCAR CDPE CRS E-PRO® GRI RRS RSPS SFR

Accredited Buyer Representative Carteret County Association of REALTORS® Certified Distressed Property Expert Council of Residential Specialists Internet Professional Graduate, REALTOR® Institute Recreation and Resort Specialist Resort and Second-Home Property Specialist Short Sales and Forclosure Resource

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SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Kickoffs

EMERALDFEST THURSDAY EVENINGS 6:30 - 8:00pm

Western Ocean Regional Access - Emerald Isle

June

Military Appreciation Day, Morehead City JUNE 1 Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament, Morehead City JUNE 7 - 15 June 13

Paul Coleman

July 18

Justin Castellano

June 20

The Will & Tony Show

July 25

4EverAll & Friends

June 27

Pamlico Joe & Clean Water Flow

August 1

Big Drink

July 4

The Mad Fiddler

August 8

Pure T Mommicked

July 11

Wild Honey

August 15

Naked Knees

SWANFEST SUNDAY EVENINGS 6:30 - 8:00pm

Olde Town Pavilion - Swansboro

Arts By The Sea Festival, Swansboro JUNE 8 Core Sound Hunting Rig Contest, Harkers Island JUNE 15 Beaufort Old Homes & Garden Tour JUNE 28 - 29 Carteret County Arts & Craft Show, Beaufort JUNE 30 - JULY 1

July Emerald Isle 4th of July Fireworks JULY 4 Core Sound All-American Shrimp Fry, Harkers Island JULY 6

May 26

Gary Lowder & Smokin’ Hot

June 2

Revolution

June 9

Family Roots

June 16

Big Drink

June 23

Wild Honey

June 30

FAB the Band

July 7

Hank Barbee

July 14

Bobby Webb & Co.

July 21

Now & Then Just Us Band

July 28

Reindl Brothers 4EverAll

Aug 4

Mike Corrado Band

Aug 11

Old Smoke Naked Knees

Aug 18

Monika Jaymes Band

Aug 25

Notorious Clamslammers

Sept 1

The Breeze Band

August Beaufort Pirate Invasion AUGUST 9-11 Taste of Core Sound Summer Edition, Core Sound Museum, Harkers Island AUGUST 25

R E M B E M E R TO B R I N G YO U R OW N B L A N K E T S A N D L AW N C H A I R S !

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Q U E S T I O N S for your Property Manager 5 I M P O R TA N T

HOW DO I MAKE IT HAPPEN? Congratulations are definitely in order! You’ve made the decision to purchase the investment home you’ve always dreamed about on the Crystal Coast. By this time you’ve already identified your goals and what you need out of this new adventure, but you are probably thinking how do I make it happen? Although you may have tons of questions at this point about renting your beloved new property, there are 5 important ones that you absolutely must ask your property manager today!

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Emerald Isle Realty’s marketing system cannot be matched by The Emerald Isle Realty Homeowner Services Team will suggest any other company in our area. We provide comprehensive services competitive rates while monitoring your bookings and revenue to and a detailed, individualized website presentation for each property ensure maximum potential. The “HOT” team is dedicated to you, in our program. We welcome 24/7 online and mobile booking the owner, and all aspects of your home. This team is part of a opportunities and average more than 105,000 visits per month from nationally recognized Resort Rating System and provides you guests and potential vacationers looking to plan their next Crystal with comprehensive reporting annually to assist you in making Coast vacation. In addition, we continuously outrank competitors sure your investment performance is at its peak based on actual for Google keyword rankings, driving more than 2X the amount of guest feedback and industry trends. With ratings from Bronze to traffic back to our website from Google search. By averaging nearly Emerald, we can help you turn your vacation rental property into 500,000 website page views per month, we are destination experts perfection so your guests will never have to question what kind of by providing event and attraction information for locals and experience they will enjoy! And you will always have direct access visitors on Crystal Coast. In addition, to our team if you have questions or our list of email subscribers and social special requests. media audience is massive and we print our 200+ page VACATIONS rental brochure highlighting your How will you market home and fun events on the Crystal my home?

In addition to all the hard work you’ve Coast and surrounding areas with a done providing a perfect vacation distribution of over 55,000. That’s rental experience, we have a support 55,000 families checking out your How will you rent my home staff that can help if something is not home in our catalogue alone! to potential visitors? right. There may be times when your guest has concerns about certain things in your home. This could be anything Will you maintain and clean my from the internet not working or the home to my satisfaction and Our Vacation Planning Specialists air conditioning system not cooling report any guest damage? are highly trained to ensure maximum properly. We have a dedicated and booking potential and the ability to caring Customer Service Team always Who at the company will watch place the right rental guests in your ready to help your guest and talk them my revenue goals and make sure home. They ask the precise questions through their concerns and provide I am maximizing my potential? and are dedicated, knowledgeable, solutions. It’s their goal to make friendly and outgoing. Not to mention sure each guest is comfortable Who will help my guests if they substantially incentivized for their superior and satisfied and will return to your need anything to make their sales and customer service skills. In fact, beach property year after year! stay better? in March of 2019 our Vacation Planning Specialists won the prestigious NAVIS ROI Award based on our high numbers of sales compared to competitors in the industry.

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One of the most important things for vacationers is staying in a clean and safe home, which is why Emerald Isle Realty places a huge emphasis on both maintenance and housekeeping. Our team of cleaners, inspectors and administrative staff are nationally Certified Vacation Rental Housekeeping Professionals and must be trained and qualified before joining our team. Our hard working crew of maintenance administrators and technical staff consist of honest, skilled and professional men and women whose main goal is to keep your property in the best condition possible and provide a safe experience for your guests to save you worry and money. Guest damage is rare, but reported immediately to our management team!

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EMERALD ISLE REALT Y

As you know, choosing the right manager can be an arduous task, but look no further than Emerald Isle Realty. It’s our objective to help you meet each and every one of your goals. After all, this has been our mission since 1962!

Kelly Nicholson DIRECTOR OF HOMEOWNER REL ATIONS, BROKER EMERALD ISLE REALT Y

HOMES FOR SALE 510,000 $525,000

$325,000 $460,000

OCEANFRONT CONDOMINIUM

OCEANFRONT CONDOMINIUM

$575,000

$445,000

P R I VAT E B O AT RAMP

G AT E D COMMUNITY

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Grande Villas Indian Beach, NC

213 Channel View Ct. Cape Carteret, NC 4 beds, 3 baths 3,555 sq.ft

Pebble Beach Emerald Isle, NC

110 Deerfield Ct. Cedar Point, NC

4 beds, 3.5 baths 2,593 sq.ft

$399,900

$850,000

HISTORIC DISTRICT

OCEANVIEW

101 S. Walnut St. Swansboro, NC 3 beds, 2 baths 2,087 sq.ft

108 Bogue Ct. Emerald Isle, NC

4 beds, 4.5 baths 2,596 sq.ft

$390,000

$560,000

OCEANSIDE

SOUNDFRONT

$1,150,000

$1,495,000

OCEANVIEW

POOL & OCEANVIEW

$569,900

$450,000

OCEANVIEW

(price per side) OCEANVIEW

133 Doe Dr. Emerald Isle, NC 3 beds, 2 baths 1,092 sq.ft

100 Edna St. Emerald Isle, NC

5 beds, 4.5 baths 2,803 sq.ft

104 Summer Breeze Ct. Emerald Isle, NC 3 beds, 4.5 baths 2,132 sq.ft

4008 Leslie Ln. Emerald Isle, NC 3 beds, 2 baths 1,176 sq.ft

707 Emerald Dr. Emerald Isle, NC

8 beds, 6.5 baths 4,752 sq.ft

10522 Wyndtree Dr. E & W Emerald Isle, NC 4 beds, 3 baths, 2 half baths 1792 sq.ft SUMMER 2019

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$750,000

$600,000

HALF DUPLEX OCEANFRONT

(price per side) OCEANFRONT

6101 Ocean Drive West Emerald Isle, NC 5 beds, 4 baths 2,564 sq.ft

6405 Ocean Dr. E & W Emerald Isle, NC 3 beds, 3 baths 1,620 sq.ft

$760,000

$1,200,000

HALF DUPLEX OCEANFRONT

FULL DUPLEX OCEANFRONT

6407 Ocean Dr. West Emerald Isle, NC 5 beds, 4 baths 2,189 sq.ft

6619 Ocean Drive E & W Emerald Isle, NC 6 beds, 6 baths 2,950 sq.ft

$674,900

$850,000

HALF DUPLEX OCEANFRONT

(price per side) OCEANFRONT

6801 Ocean Dr. East Emerald Isle, NC 4 beds, 2 baths 1,600 sq.ft

8709 Ocean View Dr. E & W - Emerald Isle, NC 5 beds, 4 baths 2,374 sq.ft

$1,050,000

$2,950,000

OCEANFRONT

OCEANFRONT

703 Salter Path Rd. Indian Beach, NC 4 beds, 3.5 baths 2,090 sq.ft

103 Sea Isle Dr. Indian Beach, NC

5 beds, 7 baths, 2 half baths 5,671 sq.ft

IN NEED OF A REAL ESTATE AGENT ON THE CRYSTAL COAST? LOOKING FOR UP TO DATE INFORMATION ON THE CRYSTAL COAST SALES MARKET? Call today to speak with one of our award-winning sales agents for ALL of your real estate essentials!

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