Sandhills Real Estate October 19, 2012

1285 St. Andrews Dr. Pinehurst Cottage 3 Br/2.5 Ba Hardwood floors, MBR on main level.

Screened porch.

Large lot with extra lot available.

PCC membership.

MLS#149952 $225,000.

Janice Storrs 910.315.9577 Storrs & Co. Real Estate, LLC

www.janicestorrs.com

"If you are thinking of buying or selling real estate.

I would appreciate the opportunity to assist you".

Paula Espe 910.315.5622 Paula Espe Properties

Carolyn Ragone 910.603.4114 Carolyn Ragone Real Estate, LLC

www.CarolynRagone.com

Pinehurst #6 LOT - 3 12 Juniper Creek $22,000

www.kathyhawks.com 19 Cardinal Drive Whispering Pines

190 Pine Ridge Drive, Whispering Pines 4 bedrooms 3.5 baths, 2 Acre Waterfront Lot $650,000

Light & Airy 3BR/2/BA 2250 SF Split Bedroom Plan Golf Front w/Expansive Views Fully Remodeled Kitchen Delightful Carolina Room w/Fireplace & Vaulted Ceiling www.seetheproperty.com/101513

Anita Emery 910-639-1751 Area Real Estate Partners, Inc

www.binkyalbright.com THE COUNTRY CLUB OF NORTH CAROLINA Don't miss this beautiful, completely redone and upgraded home on Dogwood course of CCNC NOW PRICED $749,000.

VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.90BelAirDrive.com

Mary Ellen Josephson 910.315.7754 MEJ Properties

109 Pettingill Place –

Reproduction of historical home on 1.2AC, 4BR/2.5BA, 5 fireplaces, private master suite, hardwood floors, large custom kitchen, convenient to base. $312,500 MLS#150020 Text T781959 to 85377 for more info

Kathy Hawks 910.992.6272 Kathy Hawks Resort Properties, LLC

www.paulaespe.com

Binky Albright 910.315.2622 Binky Albright Properties, LLC

JUST LISTED IN JAMES CREEK

MLS# 150390 $247,900

www.AreaRealEstatePartners.com

3705 Youngs Rd, Wonderful Horse Farm with 3 stall barn.

3 Br/3 Ba, 5 acres.

Less than a mile to Downtown So. Pines $799,000

Linda Covington 910.695.0352 Covington Investment Properties

mejosephson@embarqmail.com

www.CovingtonNC.com

Rick Phillips Owner/Broker

L SO

910-695-5795

Serving the Pinehurst Area for 37 Years

rphillips@pinehurst.net Village Properties of Pinehurst 19 Chinquapin Rd., Pinehurst, NC

$369,000 COTSWOLD of PINEHURST, Newer Luxury Townhome, 4BR-3BA, extensive HW floors, Granite & Cherry Kitchen. All Brick construction w/Pool & Tennis Court!

$242,000 PINEHURST, newer, all BRICK, 3BR2.5BA w/BONUS RM. Formal DR, grand Master Suite, lg deck & Fenced Yard. On the “Prettiest Culde-Sac in Pinehurst!”.

MLS 148843

$168,000 PINEHURST, 3BR-2BA, a quality, ALL BRICK home on private .66 acre lot near National Golf Club. Separate Family Rm, Quartz Kitchen & an oversized Garage. MLS 147015

$215,000 PINEHURST, 3BR-2BA all Brick Home w/Club Membership near Lake Pinehurst Marina.

Screened Porch & Split FloorPlan. Very low maintenance; a perfect vacation home!

$243,000 FOXFIRE, 3BR2BA w/Carolina Rm. Custom built, all brick, Golf Front (2nd Green). Split floor-plan, high ceilings & big rooms.

Bright, upscale & maintenance free! MLS 149066

Aronimink Town Home #51 - #5 Golf Course 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bath, 1705 Sq.Ft. + Decks Pinehurst Club Membership $209,500

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5 Wanamoisette Ln. - #6 Golf Course

4+ Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths, 2205 Sq.Ft. Hardwood Floors + Bonus Room. $279,500

House Listings Needed

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Martha Gentry’s Home Selling Team Featured Properties 7 LAKES WEST

7 LAKES NORTH

$175,000 7 Lakes West

7 Lakes North

Picture perfect describes this immaculate home! Beautiful updates include granite counter tops in the kitchen and baths, hardwood floors, plantation shutters and a new metal roof. Super nice!

3 BR / 2 BA

www.129ShagbarkCourt.com

$299,000

Pinehurst

$375,000

Code 949

4 BR / 3 BA

Code 950

Stroll across your back yard to Beacon Ridge Country Club and enjoy a drink with friends! Living is easy in this immaculate golf front home with open floor plan, split bedrooms, upstairs bedroom/bonus with bath, hardwood floors and a great golf view of the 9th green on Beacon Ridge.

Code 948 4 BR / 3 BA

PINEHURST

www.244LongleafDrive.com

This elegant and luxurious townhome has a Pinehurst membership. Hardwood floors, formal dining room, a spacious kitchen and sunny Carolina room are just a few of the many great features. A green area directly behind this home adds wonderful privacy.

www.10StantonCircle.com

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910-295-7100 800-214-9007

Re/Max Prime Properties 5 Chinquapin Rd. Pinehurst, NC

PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS

The Moore County Register of Deeds Office in Carthage has recorded the following property transfers valued at $50,000 or more.

October 8-12, 2012 Moore HL Properties, Inc. to Bradley R. Zagol, Lot 3R BL G&2 Southern Pines, McNeill Township, $405,500.

North Carolina Agricultural Finance Authority to Reeves Management and Consulting Services, Inc., 19 acres & 15 1/2 acres, Greenwood Township, $90,000.

Samuel D. and Mary K. Torrey to Russell and Katherine Drake, Lot 13 Sandhurst, Sandhills Township, $265,000.

Tradition Homes, LLC to Teresa R. Capps, Lot 203 P1 Legacy Lakes, Sandhills Township, $219,000.

Kyle M. Brunet Et al. to Vander and Thelma V. Monroe, Unit 3C The Pines Condo, Sandhills Township, $73,000.

Patricia Stubbington to Steven J. and Debbie L. Struz, 5.27 acres, Sheffield Township, $56,500.

Richard B. Conely Et al. to Brandy L. and Miki York, Lot 438 S4 Southern Pines CC Lands Sandhills Township, $192,000.

Kirby Holding Group, LLC to Joshua W. and Sara R. Huskey, Lot 5 P12 Foxcroft Plains, McNeill Township, $290,000.

Tatum Builders, Inc. to Adam

and Heather D. Gibson, Lot 428 U4 P1 Pinehurst, Mineral Springs Township, $218,000.

Charles D. Johnson and D.T. Scarborough III to Robert P. and Jonathan C. Dowd, Trustees Deed B3449/312 B3854/536 Tract, 11 SP 116, $85,500.

Albert C. Taylor and Trustees Services of Carolina, LLC to Bank of America, N.A. Et al., Trustees Deed B3424/291 Tracts 11 SP 15, $87,000.

Zaleski & Associates, LLC to Carre L. Trude and Neil J. Wecker, Lot 706 Little Juniper Seven Lakes, Mineral Springs Township, $150,000.

Stonebridge Resources, L.L.C. to Ankle and Foot Center of Pinehurst, LLC., Tract, Mineral Springs Township, $170,000.

Stonebridge Resources, L.L.C. to Ankle and Foot Center of Pinehurst, LLC, Tract, Mineral Springs Township, $170,000.

Sean D. and Virginia M. Butler to Chase P. McCoy and Julie C. Griffin, Lot 18 BL D&2 Southern Pines, $244,000.

Lawrence D. Gibson III to Crown Pacific, Inc. and Crown Relocations, Lot 2236 S1 P2 Pinewild, $530,000.

Crown Pacific, Inc. and Crown Relocations to Julian E. Markham Jr. and Maureen

Snowden, Lot 2236 S1 P2 Pinewild, $515,000.

Jimmie L. Atkins Et al. to Stephen A. Nall Et al., Trustees Deed B1460/263 20.00 acres, Greenwood Township, 12 SP 127 $70,000.

Grant L. Welch Et al. to Jacob V. and Ashley R. Strickland, Lot 505 S5 Southern Pines CC Lands, Sandhills Township, $285,000.

Randy L. and Brenda A. Gibson to Deborah Day, Estate Tract 7 Sandhurst South Sandhills Township, $340,000.

Quality Built Homes, Incorporated to Gorenflo Properties, LLC and G&P Partners, Lots 35 & 38 Westlake Pointe, Mineral Springs Township, $70,000.

Terry L. Kouns Et al. to Richard P. Munson, Lot 10 BLV Royal Dornoch Golf Village, Mineral Springs Township, $479,000.

NC One, LLC to Terry L. and Susan Q. Kouns, Unit 517 P2 Meadow Cottages Longleaf, McNeill Township, $341,000.

Lillian I. and Irene W. Hyatt to Roy C. and Lisa P. Jackson, Lot 51 Knollwood Village Townhouses, McNeill Township, $158,500.

Roy R. and Anne E. Keys to Carriage House Properties of Pinehurst, LLC, Unit 10 Palmetto House Condo, Mineral Springs Township, $240,000.

206 LAKEVIEW CONDO

32 MIDDLETON PLACE

Eva Toney 910-638-0972

E-Mail: eva@pinehurst.net www.RealEstateInPinehurst.com

Linda Breeding 910-690-8368

AWESOME VIEWS OF LAKE PINEHURST FROM THIS 3-BEDROOM CONDO! Kitchen has been updated, large Dining Area, LR with fireplace, split BRs. “A MUST SEE” and reduced $25,000. New Price: $199,900

CONDO LIVING WITH LOW HOA MAINTENANCE FEES GIVES TIME TO ENJOY OTHER ACTIVITIES! This Middleton Place Home has everything – 3 or 4 BRs, 4 Baths, fantastic Kitchen with expanded eating area, Carolina Room + lower level for hobbies. You must see this one! $395,000

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LIN HUTAFF

BROKER/REALTOR®

"Selling Moore" 910.528.6427 lhutaff@gmail.com

180 St Andrews Dr

258 Tall Trees Dr

Large Family rm off kitchen, separate living rm/dining area, two fireplaces, new roof, 9 iron from the Village. Pinehurst CC Membership to transfer.

Open, spacious rooms, new Hardwoods, new Carolina rm, updated kitchen, plantation shutters throughout, Pinehurst CC Membership to transfer.

3BD/2 BA

Asking $200,000.

7 Lakes North $175,000 Picture perfect w/beautiful updates 3 BR / 2 BA Code 948

www.129ShagbarkCourt.com

7 Lakes West $299,000 Longleaf CC $339,000 Immaculate golf front w/open floor plan Gorgeous Pristine Golf Front Home 4 BR / 3 BA Code 949 3 BR / 2 BA Code 713

www.244LongleafDrive.com

www.325MagnoliaCircle.com

3BD/2 BA

Asking $200,000.

$600,000 Pinehurst $75,000 National Beautiful & Stylish Golf Front Home Updated Immaculate Golf View Condo Code 719 1 BR / 1 BA Code 717 4 BR / 3.5 BA

www.210StAndrewsCondo.com

www.121StMellions.com

$369,000 $319,900 Pinehurst $454,000 Pinehurst $166,950 Seven Lakes West Pinehurst $189,000 Pinehurst Gourmet Kitchen – Gorgeous Landscaping Custom Home On Beautifully Wooded Lot Quiet Cul-De-Sac – Pristine Condition Elegant Brick Home – Split Plan Great Location – Generous Sized Rooms Code 800 Code 743 4 BR / 3.5 BA Code 777 2 BR / 2 BA Code 790 3 BR / 2.5 BA 3 BR / 3 BA Code 730 4 BR / 2.5 BA

www.1425MonticelloDrive.com

www.44DeerwoodLane.com

www.35WestlakeRoad.com

www.125MerionCircle.com

www.134HarrellRoad.com

Seven Lakes North $178,000 Pinehurst $239,000 CCNC $449,000 Southern Pines $159,000 Seven Lakes South $175,000 Inviting Family Home – Great Location Covered porch & large fenced lot Custom Built Villa Overlooking Water Talamore Villa w/Bright & Open Floorplan Bright & Open floorplan w/two sun porches 3 BR / 2 BA Code 806 3 BR / 2.5 BA Code 825 3 BR / 2.5 BA Code 841 2 BR / 2 BA Code 845 3 BR / 2 BA Code 857

www.119PineneedleDrive.com

www.1340BurningTreeRoad.com

www.8RoyalDornoch.com

www.2221CreswellDrive.com

www.135LancashireLane.com

Whispering Pines $475,000 Pinehurst $950,000 Pinehurst $209,000 7 Lakes West $224,000 Pinehurst $249,900 Custom Whisper Lake Water Front Custom built all brick golf-front home Charming with many updates Charming One-story w/Open floorplan Bright & open, lovely back deck 4 BR / 2 Full & 2 Half Baths Code 859 4 BR / 4 Full & 2 Half Baths Code 860 2 BR / 2 BA Code 865 3 BR / 2 BA Code 868 3 BR / 2 BA Code 872 www.23GoldenrodDrive.com www.110HearthstoneRoad.com www.175LakeForestDrive.com www.130BlackstoneCourt.com www.5LoblollyCourt.com

Pinehurst $268,000 Longleaf CC $655,000 7 Lakes West $319,000 7 Lakes West Pinewild golf front with great floorplan Brick single story w/view of 17th green Stunning All Brick Water Front Lovely All Brick Single-Story 3 BR / 2 BA Code 874 3 BR / 2 BA Code 882 3 BR / 2.5 BA Code 880 3 BR / 4.5 BA

www.14LasswadeDrive.com

www.16SteeplechaseWay.com

www.135AndrewsDrive.com

$295,000 7 Lakes West $210,000 Great Family Home in great Neighborhood Code 883 4 BR / 2.5 BA Code 884

www.129MorrisDrive.com

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www.178BakerCircle.com

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When you need to know... talk to Mickey DeBernard

Dear Community,

How to Hold a Successful Garage Sale

www.NewHeritageRealty.com E-mail: Mickey@NewHeritageRealty.com

Affiliated Builders • McArnold Construction Inc. • Wonderful Life Construction Inc.

1901 N. Poplar Street • Aberdeen NC

Lake Pinehurst Area Designer Home

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Garage sales can be a great way to get rid of clutter - and earn a little extra cash - before you sell your home. But make sure the timing is right. Garage sales can take on a life of their own, and it might not be the best use of your energy right before putting your home on the market. Follow these tips for a successful sale.

1. Don't wait until the last minute.

You don't want to be scrambling to hold a garage sale the week before an open house. Depending on how long you've lived in the home and how much stuff you have to sell, planning a garage sale can demand a lot of time and energy.

2. Get a permit. Most municipalities will require you to obtain a special permit or license in order to hold a garage sale. The permits are often free or very inexpensive, but still require you to register with the city.

3. See if neighbors want to join in. You can turn your garage sale into a block-wide event and lure more shoppers if you team up with neighbors.

However, a permit may be necessary for each home owner, even if it's a group event.

4. Schedule the sale. Sales on Saturdays and Sundays will generate the most traffic, especially if the weather cooperates. Start the sale early, 8 a.m. or 9 a.m. is best, and be prepared for early birds.

5. Advertise. Place an ad in free classified papers and Web sites, and in your local newspapers. Include the dates, time, and address. Let the public know if certain types of items will be sold, such as baby clothes, furniture, or weightlifting equipment.

On the day of the sale, balloons and signs with prominent arrows will help to grab the attention of passersby.

6. Price your goods. Layout everything that you plan to sell, and attach prices with removable stick-

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Average Closed Price

Total Sold

Days on Market

2011

$244,366

880

162

693

156

$241,857

GINNY WEBB

MORTGAGE SPECIALIST NMLS# 69833

Southern Pines 205 SE Broad Street Member FDIC

www.FirstBancorp.com

Equal Housing Lender

910-692-6222

793

$252,021

2009

172

Moore County, Single Family, residential only, number of closings by month: Year

Jan

2011

56

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63 45 20

Feb

Mar

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47

75

70

81

57 51 41

68

66

72

94

42

56

101 78 45

179

862

$258,569

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Jul

Aug

Sept

Oct

Nov

Dec

93

88

75

70

68

61

77

67

67

74

67

83

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2012 Board of Directors:

Arvilla Sheron – President Lari Dirkmaat – President-Elect Greg Regan – Secretary/Treasurer Christine Menear – Director

THE BEST MORTGAGE AT THE RIGHT PRICE WITH THE LEAST STRESS.

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Stats provide by the Pinehurst-Southern Pines Area Multiple Listing Service. Arvilla Sheron – President.

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ers. Remember, garage sales are supposed to be bargains, so try to be objective as you set prices. Assign simple prices to your goods: 50 cents, 3 for $1, $5, $10, etc.

7. If it's really junk, don't sell it. Decide what's worth selling and what's not.

If it's really garbage, then throw it away.

Broken appliances, for example, should be tossed. (Know where a nearby electrical outlet is, in case a customer wants to make sure something works.)

8. Check for mistakes. Make sure that items you want to keep don't accidentally end up in the garage sale pile.

9. Create an organized display. Layout your items by category, and display neatly so customers don't have to dig through boxes.

10. Stock up on bags and newspapers. People who buy many small items will appreciate a bag to carry their goods. Newspapers are handy for wrapping fragile items.

11. Manage your money. Make a trip to the bank to get ample change for your cashbox. Throughout the sale, keep a close eye on your cash; never leave the cashbox unattended. It's smart to have one person who manages the money throughout the day, keeping a tally of what was purchased and for how much. Keep a calculator nearby.

12. Prepare for your home sale. Donate the remaining stuff or sell it to a resale shop. Now that all of your clutter is cleared out, it's time to focus on preparing your house for a successful sale!

Reprinted from REALTOR® Magazine with permission of NAR.

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MOORE COUNTY HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION

By Bob Van Houten Moore County Home Builders Association President

Pamper Yourself with an In-Home Spa

Dreaming of a vacation at a relaxing spa where you can unwind in an oversized soaking tub or luxurious steam shower?

One way you can escape, and at the same time enhance your home’s value, is to turn your master bathroom into an in-home retreat. In fact, making the bathroom a place to slow down and relax is one of today’s most popular home remodeling projects, as home owners seek to create the ultimate spa experience without leaving the comforts of their own

homes.

According to the American Standard Bathroom Habits Survey, American consumers revealed that they would spend between $2,500 and $7,500 to remodel and decorate their bathrooms. And, 30 percent indicated they would be willing to spend more than $10,000 to convert their space into a relaxing sanctuary. It’s well worth it, and for more reasons than just chillin’ out. Bathroom remodels add value to your home and can generate up

to a 90 percent return on your investment.

But, where to begin the journey? Following are some bathroom tips and trends to help you design a bathroom that beckons you to relax and unwind.

Wash the Day Away Home owners are knocking down walls to make their current bathroom larger, more functional and comfortable. Expanding the size of the room allows home owners to design “his and hers” private space, such as separate showers, deep double sinks, dual mirrors and adjustable vanities.

Today’s showers offer more sophisticated features than ever before. Imagine standing under a cascading rain-fall shower head, while being massaged by six shower streams strategically encircling you. Or, decompress

by taking a stress-reducing steam shower.

More than ever, home owners are opting for showers with automatic temperature controls and frameless edges that present a “clean” look in the bathroom.

For home owners yearning for a relaxing bath, consider a near total emersion whirlpool bathtub that continuously re-circulates heated water.

All of this down time can be made even more enjoyable while listening to soothing music from a surround sound entertainment system or watching a new plasma television — technology typically reserved for family great rooms, is growing in popularity for the master bathroom.

Buck Tradition Home owners today

are including furniture like chaise lounges, chairs and even recliners for reading and relaxing in their remodeled bathrooms. Even fireplaces are making their way into master bath space, to help complete the warm and inviting haven.

Include nontraditional furniture such as an armoire for linen storage or as an entertainment center in your new bath. More home owners are selecting vintage pieces to use as vanities or for decorative accents such as towel racks or sitting chairs. Traditional-styled cabinetry, made to look like freestanding furniture, is growing in popularity as well.

Use Tile to Create One-of-a-Kind Designs Today’s heated tile

flooring will take the edge off stepping out of your warm shower or bathtub. Brilliantly colored tile floors now come in myriad designs and materials, allowing home owners to create personal designs.

Not only are home owners using tile on the floor, but they are creating unique designs for the shower and tub area. Consider using ocean colored glass tile to create a warm and relaxing shower atmosphere. To create the look on a budget, many home owners are opting to combine glass and porcelain tile to craft accents or borders that are more affordable.

To help you create your perfect in-home retreat, contact the Moore County Home Builders Association at (910)944-2992 or visit us online at www.mchba.com.

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Injury-prevention tips for DIYers

(BPT) - When you finally tackle that home improvement project you've been planning for a while, you're probably eager to get the job done quickly, well and on-budget. Injuries can delay your project, and cost money for medical expenses or even time lost from your job. It's important to take steps to prevent injury.

Before starting the work on your next home improvement project, consider these safety measures to help keep you injury-free and your work accomplished on time: * Stretch those muscles - Home improvement projects often require you to use muscles that you may not exercise often.

Give your entire body a good stretch, from your head to your feet.

Be sure to include your fingers and hands, since you'll be using them frequently. * Appropriate clothing - Wearing the right

clothing for your project helps to protect you from scrapes, contact with harmful chemicals and other injuries.

Closed-toed shoes, work gloves, a hat or hard helmet, longsleeved shirts and heavy pants are all a good start. Also, remove any jewelry and tie long hair back to avoid getting something caught in machinery. * Eliminate muscle strain - Fastening drywall with nails and screws, sawing wood, painting large walls your wrists will be subject to a lot of strain, which can easily result in pain after a long day of work.

Wearing the IMAK SmartGlove encourages the hand and wrist to remain in a neutral position - reducing the amount of straining movement, and has flexible support for the full use of your hand.

This SmartGlove is also good for carpal tunnel syndrome,

(BPT) - Want to save more of your hardearned paycheck? Conduct a quick home improvement checkup to look for potential maintenance needs that can help you save energy year-round.

“Take time now to inspect your home for potentially energy-wasting areas,” says Kathy Krafka Harkema, spokesperson for Pella

Look for obvious signs of deterioration, damage or potential problems, Krafka Harkema advises. Replace or repair worn or broken items before they can lead to more extensive or expensive repair needs.

These tips from Kiplinger also may help lower utility bills: tune up your heating system, reverse your ceiling fans to create an updraft that

Windows and Doors.

“Check major systems that help protect your house - the roof, gutters, siding, exterior finish, windows, doors, foundation and steps, plus interior components like heating, cooling, chimney and electrical systems.”

pushes heated air down into the room, help prevent ice dams by increasing attic insulation and repair missing or damaged shingles.

Increase curb appeal One quick way to help improve energy efficiency and curb appeal is to install a new EN-

arthritis, tendonitis, hand fatigue and other wrist and hand pain.

The material is a washable cotton blend for easy care. * Wear eye and ear protection - Safety goggles and ear plugs are two tools you, and anyone around your work area, should be wearing while you're working on your project. Safety goggles come in handy when

sawdust is flying through the air, and ear plugs are recommended when using any type of machinery. * Take breaks - Make certain that your schedule includes breaks where you can sit down, grab a drink and rest for 15 minutes. If you're working on a project in warm weather, schedule breaks more frequently and drink plenty of

water. Use the time to also stretch your muscles, keeping them as limber as possible while you continue to work. Don't overexert yourself attempting to get the project done in a shorter amount of time. Your body will work better and longer with less pain at a slower pace, and when the project is completed, you'll be able to enjoy the results of

your work in comfort.

Protect yourself while working on your DIY home improvement project, so that you'll be able to accomplish the project in the time you scheduled, without any injuries to slow you down. Visit imakproducts.com to learn more about protecting your hands and wrists from pain.

ERGY STAR-qualified entry door or storm door.

Pella's new low-maintenance entry doors offer many styles designed for virtually any budget.

“Fiberglass entry door systems offer the look of a wood-grain door but with the energy efficiency, and durability and low-maintenance of fiberglass,” says Steve Brenizer, Pella product marketing manager.

Look for Pella Architect Series wood-grain fiberglass entry doors for exceptional energy efficiency. Or consider Encompass by Pella entry doors for popular energy-saving features and style options at a competitive price.

“Choose a factory prefinished entry door for a consistent look and to save your precious time,” Brenizer says.

Inspect windows, doors When checking your home's windows and doors, inspect interior and exterior finishes around them. Is the paint or stain in good condition? Signs of flaking and peeling or water

stains may mean that it's time to refinish or replace the unit.

Next, check windowsills and tracks for dirt and debris like sand, leaves, insects or pine needles. Open windows and doors to clean out the area with a soft brush like a dry paintbrush.

Debris can hamper the airtight effectiveness and overall performance of doors and windows.

“Look at the weather stripping around doors and windows, reattach loose pieces, and replace those that are ripped to help enhance your home's energy efficiency,” Krafka Harkema adds.

Finally, feel for uneven sliding or sticking when you open and close a window. Try using a non-oily lubricant, like paraffin wax, on opposing finishes to help it move easier.

If you are wondering if your windows have passed their expiration, consider these 10 signs it's time to replace them: 1. Overall poor performance - Opening or closing is a difficult task

and air leaks in, out or around the window 2. In a fog - Condensation or fogging occurs between panes of glass 3. Chipping away Chipping, peeling or deterioration on the finish on or around the window 4. Singled out - You have a home with singlepane windows, much less energy efficient than double- or triple-pane options 5. Water logged - Telltale water stains remain on the leaky window or the area around the window (inside or out) 6. Out-of-date - Replacement parts are hard to find or even non-existent 7. Energy hog - Energy bills are on the rise, so

it's time to help increase your home's energy efficiency 8. Draft dodger - You can feel cold air or drafts when sitting near the window ... and it's closed 9. Shut in - Windows are painted or nailed shut 10. Simply put - Window won't open easily or won't stay in place once you open it Don't suffer through another winter with a drafty door or a window that whistles in the wind.

Windows and doors can be replaced year-round.

To connect with your nearest representatives offering Pella windows or doors and for more information, visit: www.pella.com/whereto-buy.

Home improvements that help save energy year-round

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21ST 1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M.

118 Poplar Street, Carthage $185,900 ~ 3Br/2Ba

Directions: 15-501 in Carthage, first left on Old River Rd, right into Oakdale on Poplar St, sign and house on right.

Audrey Wiggins

910-315-3032 Audrey@DeSellandCo.com

575 E Yadkin Road, Southern Pines $169,000 ~ 3 Br/2Ba

Directions: North on May St. in Southern Pines, right on Yadkin Rd, sign and house on left.

Jo-an DeSell

910-690-6126 Jo-an@DeSellandCo.com

www.DeSellandCo.com ~ 910-692-0770 ~ 730 S Bennett St Ste. A ~ Southern Pines, NC

Prudential Gouger O’Neal & Saunders Presents 2012 Third Quarter Sales Awards

(Pinehurst, NC – October 9, 2012) – Kay Beran, President of Prudential Gouger O’Neal & Saunders recog-

nizes, Frank Sessoms in the Pinehurst Office and Michael Harrell in the Southern Pines Office as the Top

ence possible.”

Prudential Gouger O’Neal & Saunders, which is independently owned and operated, became an affiliate of the Prudential Real Estate Network in 1996.

Prudential Gouger O’Neal & Saunders, founded over 40 years ago, continues to be a Real Estate leader in Moore County. Since that time, it has earned a host of honors, in-

Producers for the quarter ending September 30, 2012.

“Frank and Michael have both done a tremendous job of providing superior customer service and timely real estate advice to their respective clients,” said Kay Beran. “I am extremely proud of their ability to provide the most efficient home buying and selling experi-

FRANK SESSOMS Pinehurst Office

MICHAEL HARRELL Southern Pines Office

cluding The Pruden- stone Award in recognition of opertial Real Estate prestigious Corner- ational Excellence.

Now is the Time to Buy Your New Home!

Historically low interest rates & affordable pricing.

Keller Williams Pinehurst’s Leader of the Pack

Southern Pines, October 16, 2012 — Keller Williams Pinehurst is a consistent leader in the area’s real estate market. This month, they are especially proud of one of their agents in particular: Angela Rooney, who has been with KWP for close to three years, was the #3 agent in the entire Keller Williams Carolinas Region, in Individual Production for September 2012; that is amongst over 2,900 brokers! Angela’s personal creed says it all, regarding her success: “The relationship between a home buyer or seller and their agent is based on trust, shared goals and understanding. I strive to continually improve and to do this I listen and take their needs and wants into consideration.”

Angela is a North Carolina native and military veteran, currently residing in Pinewild with her husband and children. Her family

attends services at Grace Church in Southern Pines, and she enjoys golf and fitness classes. Angela holds degrees from UNC Pembroke in Business and in Foreign Language; during her service in the United States Army she held a top-secret position in their Intelligence field as a Signals Intelligence Analyst and Linguist.

The Keller Williams family is proud to publicly congratulate Angela on this most recent of her accomplishments.

Keller Williams Pinehurst is located at 195 Short Street in Southern Pines, and was established in 2008.

They have over 50 associates, and consistently rank number one in market share in the Pinehurst-Southern Pines Area Associations of Realtors. To learn more about Keller Williams Realty, call Donna Campbell at 910-692-5553.

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150101 5 PIN OAK COURT, PINEHURST, DIR.: Linden Road to St Andrews to Lake Forest SE to Lake Forest SW; Pin Oak on the Right.

3BR/2Full & 2 Half Baths. $325,000 T303435 Debbie Daly 783.5076 692.2635

CCNC

NEW PRICE

PINEWILD CC

148708 45 ELDORADO LANE, 149411 Middleton Place: Just move-in!

PINEHURST, DIR.: Morganton Road Updated! Immaculate! Waiting for you! to Doral Woods; Right Eldorado; 3rd 2BR/2BA. $260,000T734336 house on Left. 3BR/3BA. Golf Front. $299,000 T335280 Pat Koubek Beverly Del Giuidice 692.2635 603.9903 692.2635 215.2869

DONALD ROSS AREA

VILLAGE ACRES

149361 Panoramic views of Hole #5 on Holly Course! Custom built by Jackie Speight! 3BR/2.5BA & many upgrades! $379,000 T443313 Terry Ganse

783.5335

295.5504

PINEWILD CC

143080 Interior of heart pine from 1811 144890 Brick, 3BR/2BA home with Seagrove home. 3BR/3.5BA. Potting cherry and granite, 2,500 sq.ft. $274,900 Shed. Outdoor Shower Deck. T11587 Agent/Owner. $360,000 T385480

150014 Nice 3BR/2BA home with 148739 www.47GreyabbeyDrive.com 1,850 square feet. Screened-in porch and Beautiful brick, golf front, 3 bedroonm, a 2-Car Garage. $189,000 T781124 2.5 bath home! $385,000 T613099

315.4009

603.3589

Joel Rich

295.5504

CCNC

138433 Delightful brick, 3BR/3.5BA ranch home near club gate. 3,090 sq.ft., formal DR, LR, Carolina Rm, & more! $390,000 T11591 Joel Rich 315.4009 295.5504

LAWN & TENNIS

Marie O'Brien

Krista Duncan

295.5504

DONALD ROSS AREA

147162 Brick home on .92acre estate lot. 3,600 sq.ft. home with 3BRs, 2.5BAs, built-ins and hardwood flrs. $424,900 T263443 Krista Duncan 690.7009 295.5504

7 LAKES WEST

140539 Great Price: $149,000!

3BR/2BA, Carolina Rm, 2-Car Garage.

Private Patio Area. Built in Murphy Bed. $149,000 T353486 528.5669

690.7009

295.5504

NATIONAL GOLF CLUB

140365 All brick, 4BR, 3.5BA home. Water Views! Details at: w w w. 1 1 4 K i l l i n e y C t . c o m $399,000 T11602 Frank Sessoms 639.3099 295.5504

SOUTHERN PINES

147135 A Must See! Attractive, spacious & well-designed! 4BR/3BA. Open & inviting plan. Many Upgrades! $389,000 T443897 783.7374

Linda Criswell

295.5504

PANORAMIC GOLF VIEW

Mav Hankey

692.2635

VILLAGE ACRES

146259 Golf Front! Supberb for entertaining! 3BR/2.5BA, Study, Office, Carolina Rm, all-year porch. $459,000 T392283

528.5669

639.5133

Marie O'Brien

295.5504

BEAUTIFUL PINEHURST

148040 Built in 2005 w/many upgrades; Hardwood floors, granite counters, 3BRs (split plan), Carolina Rm. $369,000 T527966 638.0972

Eva Toney

295.5504

PINEHURST

Arvilla Sheron

295.5504

PINEWILD CC

149164 Golf Front 4th Green on Holly!

Brick, 3BR, 3BA home (2 master suites), and large bonus room. $497,000 T664664 639.5133

Arvilla Sheron

PINEHURST

295.5504

148369 View of 12th Green Course #1!

Gorgeous custom home! Top-of-thelIne everything! 3BRs / 2.5Baths. $495,000 T566908

150063 Charming Retto All Brick 3BR/2BA home. Carolina Room.

Deck. One owner used as part-time residence. $221,000 T784765

150243 Lovely rach with a French flavoer! 10' ceiling in LR & DR, frplc w/built-ins. Granite in Ktchn. Better than New! $309,000 T803743

638.0972

783.5193

315.3322

Eva Toney

295.5504

WEYMOUTH HEIGHT

Debbie Darby

295.5504

WHISPERING PINES

150455 New Price - NOW $359,900!

Overlooks Weymouth Nature Preserve!

Lovely swimming pool. 3BR/2.5BA. $359,900 T353560

150415 Water Front on Pine Lake!

Stately 3BR/3BA home. Den, Office and Family Room. Beautiful Views! $359,000 T817675

603.3589

695.5430

315.3322

692.2635

295.5504

PINEWILD CC

148771 Priced to Sell: $199,000!

Master w/private bath, LR w/frplc, 3BR/2.5BA. Deck, level yard.

Storage area. $199,000 T615182

145792 Home with 3BRs, 3BAs, 2-Fireplaces, a Family Room, plus a separate Bonus Room! $339,000 T443850 Mav Hankey

Frank Sessoms

639.3099

Mary Joe Worth

692.2635

Kay Beran

Kay Beran

692.2635

YADKIN TRAIL

149536 Fenced back yard with inground Pool & Jacuzzi Hot Tub! 3BR/2BA. Fresh Paint & Newly Carpeted! $229,500 T745954

692.2635 783.5193

Debbie Darby

295.5504

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PINEHURST RESORT REALTY Located in the Lobby of the Carolina Hotel

910-235-8700 â&#x20AC;˘ 1-800-772-7588 E-mail: pinehurstresortrealty@pinehurst.com

FANTASTIC CUL-DE-SAC, GOLF FRONT on the 10th tee of Fairwoods on Seven. Enjoy the golf & water views from the elevated rear deck. New roof in 2010.

Freshly painted Kitchen. Unfinished basement w/golf cart access. Brick exterior with mature low maintenance landscaping. Private well for irrigation. Security system.

4BR/2BA, 2 Half Baths $694,900 (148048)

PANORAMIC VIEWS of the 5th, 6th, and 7th holes on the No. 5 golf course. The most wonderful golf view available and very private. Wide open with high ceilings, large masonry fireplace. Large Master Suite with walk-in closet. A very pleasant and comfortable home. Well maintained with a PCC membership available for transfer. 3BR/2.5BA $330,000 (142456)

Hickman built home on the 2nd fairway of PCC Course No. 6. Hardwood, ceramic, & carpeting, crown moldings. Master bedroom has a California closet.

Kitchen has granite, fine cabinets, stainless steel appliances. Plantation shutters & window treatments. Screened back porch & brick patio.

Super landscaping.

3BR/3.5BA $419,500 (145122)

ENJOY the Pine Needles Golf Course Par 3 16th Hole from your brick patio or 14 x 18 Carolina Room. There are two fireplaces. Nice Kitchen with ample solid cherry cabinets, eating area and 8x10 Laundry Room. Beautiful wooded golf front lot loaded with dogwoods and azaleas. 3BR/2BA $299,000 (145749)

NEW PRICE!

NICE & NEAT AS A PIN! One owner home that has been very well maintained.

Heat pump and ductwork are two years old.

Vaulted ceiling, rear deck. Best price in Pinehurst for such a nice home. 3BR/2BA $139,500 (149511)

NEW PRICE!

NICE STARTER HOME. Water heater, carpet, bathroom tile floors, and sliding door new in 2011. Heat pump replaced in 2009. 10x12 rear deck and 10x13 storage shed. Very private back yard. 3BR/2BA $110,000 (146175)

QUALITY PLUS! Upgrades throughout. Granite, fireplace, hardwood, tile, Trane HVAC. Open & bright floor plan with vaulted ceilings. Covered porch.

Super large lot. Beautiful deck.

3BR/2BA $198,000 (147624)

GREAT INVESTMENT or starter home.

Vaulted ceiling in Living room w/fireplace.

10x11 deck off Kitchen plus 8x6 storage room off carport. 3BR/2BA $125,000 (150028)

SERENITY, SECURITY, & SPLENDOR. Family Room has a wall of glass windows & doors plus the warmth of a fireplace that is open to an outstanding Kitchen. Thirty-five feet of glass overlooks the brick patio and a view of Lake Pinewild. PCC membership available for transfer. 3BR/3.5BA $549,000 (147531)

NICELY FURNISHED GOLF FRONT three bedroom unit located on the 2nd fairway of PCC No. 5 course.

New vanities and many upgrades in the last year. Condo is and can remain on the Hotel rental as long as new owner agrees to the management rules and regulations. 3BR/2BA $217,500 (146648)

Realtor of the Week HARWELL STOVALL

FEATURED HOME

HIGH QUALITY FEATURES throughout this special Violette Brothers home. Beautiful wide plank hardwood flooring, upgraded Kitchen, cabinets and granite with loads of pull out drawers for storage, and island breakfast bar.

Third bedroom is above garage with full bath. Lovely private rear deck overlooks wooded area. 3BR/3BA $242,000 (150505)

We are here 7 days a week to answer your questions and meet your real estate needs or call 1-800-772-7588 910-235-8722 â&#x20AC;˘ E-mail: pinehurstresortrealty@pinehurst.com

Joanne Padgett Broker in Charge CRS/GRI & GREEN

Elizabeth Childers Associate Broker CRS/GRI

Joe Violette Associate Broker

Pete Garner Associate Broker ABR

Roger Johnson Associate Broker

Harwell Stovall Associate Broker

Ann Benton Associate Broker GRI/ABR/RRS & GREEN

Faye Gibson Associate Broker GRI/ABR/RRS