Sandhills Real Estate October 8, 2010

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SHOWS LIKE A MODEL HOME! Present owner did total renovation and update! This is a 3 br, 3 1/2 bath Townhome backing up to a woodlands setting! All new paint, plantation shutters, "top drawer" appliances, luxury master bath & laundry (moved to main level)! Custom designed master closet, bath and laundry. Great closet space! Pinehurst CC membership available!

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2010

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

September 27 - October 1, 2010 Gail Yancey Et al. to HSBC Mortgage Services Inc., Trustees Deed B3060/560 Lot 1 Shady Woods 10 SP 268 $259,000.

Johnny E. McLaughlin Et al. to US Bank National Association and RASC 2006KS4, Trustees Deed B3103/559 2.55 acres, 10 SP 192, $81,000.

Thomas P. and Sharon J. Compa to John W. III and Donna L. Jameson, Lot 8 Yadkin Run, $510,000.

Berdine Swenson to Richard P. and Patricia Hoskins, Lot 213B S2 Whispering Pines, McNeill Township, $165,000.

Deborah P. Rogers and Brock & Scott PLLC to Navy Federal Credit Union, Trustees Deed B2224/226 Lot 111 U10 P2 Pinehurst, 10 SP 244, $191,500.

Michael F. and Barbara A. Wenerd to Glenn M. Jr. and Gina L. Nunez, Lot 5649 Hillendale Seven Lakes West, Mineral Springs Township, $258,000.

Hospitality Management Advisors Inc. Et al. to PHHS LLC, 4.34 acres, B3039/335 09 SP 172, $6,500,000.

Rabbit Run Management LLC to John A. and Mary Kathryn E. Shoaf, Lot 87 PII Foxfire, Sandhills Township, $245,000.

MG Real Estate LLC and MGA Realty I LLC to Shree Ganeshji LLC, 0.47 acres, McNeill Township, $57,500.

Joseph D. Raczkowski to Shari Czar and Stephen Caffery, Lot 20 U4 P1 Pinehurst, Mineral Springs Township, $195,000.

Marla B. Goins and Caudle Law Firm PA to US Bank National Association and C Bass Mortgage Loan Asset Backed Certificates Series 2007 RP1, Trustees Deed B2433/108 Lot 11 Batchelor Farm Estates Sandhills Township, 10 SP 205 $65,000.

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Wanda Dowdle Et al. to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company Et al., Trustees Dead B3079/411 Lots 123128 Edgemoore Heights McNeill Township, 10 SP 262 $139,000.

Arthur K. and Joan Fish to Matthew G. Czerepak and Maysam T. Karim, Lot 32 S7 P2 Highland Trails, Sandhills Township, $197,000.

Marilyn Doehler to Norma Haag, Lot 35 Village Green, McNeill Township, $100,000.

Elizabeth M. Hodgkins Et al. to Arthur K. and Joan Fish, Homesite 44 Village Green, McNeill Township, $139,500.

Geraldine E. Lofrese to David Torok, Lot 79 U12 PII Pinehurst, Mineral Springs Township, $189,000.

Patricia C. Williams and Lyell Dawes to Richard M. and Mary Jo Steele, Lot 200 U6 P1 Pinehurst, Mineral Springs Township, $280,000.

Brent A. and Jennifer D. Martin to Regan C. and Kelly N. Reynolds, Tracts, Sandhills Township, $356,500.

Sally L. Siegfried to Donald P. and Lethe C. Dapolito, Lot 4237 Southwood Seven Lakes West, Mineral Springs Township, $250,000.

Joan C. and Joan Hoover to Kimberly D. Meade, Tract, Mineral Springs Township, $105,000.

William D. and Melissa G. McKenzie to James M. Jr. and Elizabeth M. Baddour, 1.55 acres, McNeill Township, $250,000.

Steven D. and Janice L. Karpas to Dale L. Trowe, Tract, $236,000.

Dale L. Trowe to Steven D. and Janice L. Karpas, Lots 719 721 U1 P1 Pinehurst, Mineral Springs Township, $605,000.

Thomas Earley Et al. to John S. Gray Et al., Lot 372 U9 P1 Pinehurst, $230,000.

James C. Noah Et al. to Dewayne and Patricia Laird, Lot 10 BLW Royal Dornoch Golf Village Exception, $1,064,000.

Carolyn B. and Julie A. Richardson to William P. Lewis and Susan A. Miller, Lot 58 U2 P1 Pinehurst, Mineral Springs Township, $335,000.

Anne B. Dorsey Et al. to Sally Siegfried, Lot B5 P1 Pinehurst Trace, Mineral Springs Township, $178,000.

David W. Bumpus Et al. to Thomas G. and Stephanie C. Fitzpatrick, Lot 351 U14 P2 Pinehurst, Mineral Springs Township, $289,000.

Jacqueline C. Dunlap and Jacqueline Cochrane to Christopher W. and Rene A. Vondruska, Lot 227 U4 P1 Pinehurst, Mineral Springs Township, $145,000.

William E. and Mary A. Davis to Thomas F. Grace, Lot 3277 SA P1 Pinewild, Mineral Springs Township, $60,000.

CMH Homes Inc. to Adam L. Sheffield, 3.51 acres, Bensalem Township, $127,500.

Thomas E. and Bonnie Thomspon to Brian W. and Susan S. McKibben, PT Lots 34 & 24 BL K&3 Southern Pines, McNeill Township, $175,000.

Fulton Group LLC and Country Club of NC Inc. to William and Gail Slinger, Lot Z 23 Lake Homes at East Lake CCNC Sandhills Township, $212,000.

Jesse S. Robbins Et al. to Wynneda E. Wilson, Lot 72 S12 Dundee Estates, Mineral Springs Township, $134,000.

Carol H. Robertson to David W. Bumpus and Susan Key, Lot 175 U9 P1 Pinehurst, Mienral Springs Township, $207,000.

John M. White III Et al. to Edward C. Ferguson, Lot 305 U3 P1 Pinehurst, Mineral Springs Township, $172,000.

Sidereal LLC to Mark D. II and Vanessa A. Rea, Lot 5 Aurora, McNeill Township, $53,500.

Barbara Rauch to Miles J. Kittleson Et al., Lot 60 S6 Carolina Equestrian Village Bensalem Township, $230,000.

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Pinehurst $276,000 Generous Open Floor Plan 2 BR / 2.5 BA Code 699

Pinehurst $142,000 Seven Lakes West $479,000 CCNC $849,900 $629,000 McLendon Hills Beautiful Oversized Golf Front Condo Charming Custom Built Water Front Gorgeous Home – Beautifully Landscaped Exquisite Cedar Shake & Stone Home 2 BR / 2 BA Code 711 3 BR / 3.5 BA Code 637 5 BR / 4.5 BA Code 642 Code 636 3 BR / 3.5 BA

Pinehurst $235,000 Wonderful & Spacious Brick Home 3 BR / 2 BA Code 649

Pinehurst $369,000 Charming Cottage Style Home 4 BR / 3 BA Code 652

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www.131OwensCircle.com

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Vass $395,000 13 Beautiful Acres with a Pond 3 BR / 2 BA Code 653

Aberdeen $148,800 Cotswold $399,000 Super Condition – Fenced Backyard Elegant & Luxurious Townhome 3 BR / 2 BA Code 654 4 BR / 3 BA Code 657

Southern Pines $178,000 Pinehurst $127,900 McLendon Hills $399,000 Bright And Open Floor Plan Great Buy – Furnished Condo Lovely Home - Equestrian Community 2 BR / 2 BA Code 658 2 BR / 2 BA Code 660 4 BR / 4 BA Code 662

Pinesage $249,900 Seven Lakes North $189,000 Charming Home – Cul-De-Sac Location Custom Built All Brick Home 3 BR / 2 BA Code 667 3 BR / 2 BA Code 669

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Aberdeen $115,900 Great Buy – Cul-De-Sac Location 3 BR / 1 BA Code 670

Pinehurst $259,900 Custom Brick Home in Doral Woods 3 BR / 2.5 BA Code 671

www.111RobinhoodCircle.com

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www.3279LakeBayRoad.com

www.192BrokenRidgeTrail.com

www.10StantonCircle.com

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www.100ThistleLane.com

National $509,000 Pinehurst $175,000 Seven Lakes West $500,000 Lovely Brick Golf Front Home Great Privacy – Split Bedroom Plan Gorgeous Brick Water Front 3 BR / 2 BA Code 672 3 BR / 2 BA Code 673 3 BR / 2 BA Code 674

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Whispering Pines $415,000 Seven Lakes South $195,000 $291,000 Seven Lakes South Exquisite Brick Water Front Open Plan – Beautifully Maintained Great Golf Front on 12th Fairway 3 BR / 3 BA Code 675 3 BR / 3 BA Code 680 Code 677 3 BR / 2 BA

www.150PineRidgeDrive.com

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www.135LancashireLane.com

www.8JuniperLane.com

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Midland CC $219,000 Seven Lakes North $249,900 Newly Renovated Brick Golf Front Charming Water Front Cottage 2 BR / 2 BA Code 681 2 BR / 2.5 BA Code 683

www.120SaffordDrive.com

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2010

THE PILOT — SOUTHERN PINES, N.C.

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Dear Community,

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Pinehurst-Southern Pines Area Association of REALTORS® has elected 3 members to serve on the Association Board of Directors

community events that Weichert sponsors, The Pinehurst-Southern Pines Area Associsuch as Shoes for Food. She is a feature ation of REALTORS® 2011 Election results writer for Sandcastles Magazine. Christine is are in. Lari Dirkmaat has been re-elected for active in the Community, she is a member of another 3 year term and we welcome Laurie Brownson Church where she sings in the Davis and Christine Menear for their first term choir; she is a Mentor to a student at Southof office with the Association Board of Direcern Middle School; and a member of the tors. Please join us and congratulate our DiMoore County Chamber of Commerce. She rectors. is a founding member and officer of the Lari Dirkmaat is a Buyer Specialist with Toastmasters Club of the Sandhills. Christine Martha Gentry’s Home Selling Team at enjoys family, friends, music and exercise, esRE/MAX Prime Properties pecially hot yoga and bike riding. in Pinehurst. She has Laurie Davis moved to Pinehurst in 1997 been a member of Pinewith husband Keith and sons, Weston and hurst-Southern Pines Evan. Education includes a BS in Business Area Association of REAdministration fromWhispering the University of North ALTORS® since 2002 ENERGY STAR & NAHB Green Homes at Pines Carolina –Chapel Hill and obtained real estate and will serve a second license in 2006. Currently working at Keller term as a Director. CurWilliams Realty Pinehurst as a Buyers Sperently she chairs the cialist for The Tammy Member Services Committee. “I am privileged to L a r i D i r k m a a t Lyne Team. Served on the Board of Trustees at serve a second term,” the O’Neal School, as said Dirkmaat, “There are tough economic challenges facing the housing market and our the President of the O’Neal School Parents’ industry. The Association provides a forum Association , on the for liaising with the public as well as a host of services to the membership.” Dirkmaat holds Member Relations ComCertified Residential Specialist (CRS), Accred- mittee for PinehurstSouthern Pines Area ited Buyers Representative (ABR), Graduate Association of REALRealtor® Institute (GRI), Senior Real Estate Laurie Davis TORS® and as Secretary Specialist (SRES), and Short Sale Forecloon the Board of Directors sure Realtor® (SFR) designations. of The Sandhills Youth Soccer League. LauChristine Meaner moved to the Pinehurst rie is currently serving as a member of the Edarea six years ago with her husband and two ucation Committee at Keller Williams Realty daughters. They currently reside in Pinewild. and holds the SFR designation from the NaChristine has been a litional Association of Realtors. Laurie’s intercensed REALTOR® since ests include technology and social media.

2007 with WEICHERT, REALTORS®- Larose & Company. She holds the NAR Green Designation and the Short Sale/Foreclosure Certification. She has been an active member of the PSPAAR board committees, serving on Christine Meaner the education, grievance and leadership committees. She is currently a member of the inaugural class of Leadership Ventures sponsored by the Board. She is active in her office as a Mentor as well as serving as committee member for several of the

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138163 75 E SAWMILL RD., PINEHURST, DIR.: Hwy 15-501 N; Left Spring Lake Drive thru circle; Left 2nd turn. 3BR/2BA. $135,900

140152 9 OPAL LANE, PINEHURST, DIR.: From Small Traffic Circle to Diamondhead; Cross Burning Tree; Right Opal.

3BR/2BA. $239,000

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122917 Secluded Natural Setting!

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139741 13 DEVON DR., PINEHURST, DIR.: Enter Pinewild; Follow Devon Drive; Left Pinewild Drive. Beautiful, Golf Front 3BR/2.5BA home. $384,500 Kay Piermattei 910.639.3177 910.295.5504

138659 6 N ONYX LANE, PINEHURST, DIR.: Diamondhead Drive past Marina; Beryl; North Onyx. Fresh décor! 4BR/2.5BA. $278,000 Mav Hankey 910.603.3589 910.692.2635

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140346 Pinewild: Golf Front Custom 3BR/3.5BA Home.

Flexible Design. Many fine details and features! $605,000 Kay Beran 910.315.3322 910.692.2635

140345 CCNC: Views of Pond/Golf Course! 3733SF, 3BR, Fam. Rm, Formal LR/DR, 2Frplcs. $686,000

137980 40 MCMICHAEL DR., PINEHURST, DIR.: Enter Pinewild; Follow Pinewild Drive; Left Lasswade; Right McMichael.

Golf Front. Maintenance Free, 3BR/2.5BA home. $460,000 Kay Piermattei 910.639.3177 910.295.5504

139455 90 DONALD ROSS DR., PINEHURST, DIR.: Linden Road; Right Donald Ross.

Updates throughout: Hrdwd, New Baths, Ktchn w/Granite. $479,000 Eva Toney 910.638.0972 910.295.5504

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137329 280 CHEROKEE ROAD, PINEHURST, DIR.: From Traffic Circle take Pinehurst exit; Right Fields; Left Cherokee. Beautiful 3BR/3BA Old Town Cottage overlooking Pinehurst #2. $699,000 Bettye Marcum 910.603.2686 910.295.5504

138173 63 STONEYKIRK DR., PINEHURST, DIR.: Enter Pinewild from Linden Road; Right Edinburgh Lane; Left Stoneykirk. On 12th Green of Magnolia, 3BR/3BA. $729,876 Kay Piermattei 910.639.3177 910.295.5504

138833 42 GREYABBEY DRIVE, PINEHURST, DIR.: Enter Pinewild from Linden Road; Right Greyabbey. Golf Front! Custom Ktchn. 3BR/3BA. $479,000 Barbara Uber 910.315.1679 910.295.5504

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136118 You must see the renovations! Pristine Condition! Call for a Brochure. 3BR/4BA. $779,500

137895 Renovated! Hardwood, Granite & Stainless Appliances.

Inground Pool.

Www.780DonaldRossDrive.com $529,000 Team Townley 910.670.7080 910.295.5504

140298 All brick, 3BR/2BA split bedroom plan has much to offer!

Brkfst Nook, LR/DR combo, Carolina room. $220,000

136091 Large 2BR/2BA condo w/1-car garage. Owner financing available! $154,900

137350 Great room w/scenic view of park-like setting, brick patio & golf course. 4BR/3BA. $225,000

Joel Rich 910.315.4009 910.295.5504

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129902 Home is move-in ready!

All brick, 3BR/2BA, single level, village lot at National (gated). $327,000

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140416 4 PIN OAK CT., PINEHURST, DIR.: From Linden Road; Left St Andrews; Right Lake Forest; Right Lake Forest SW; Left Pin Oak. 3BR/2BA. $259,000 Bettye Marcum 910.603.2686 910.295.5504

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Take Advantage of Buying Now by Selling with Smarts

With today’s changing housing market, the opportunities to buy a new home are tremendous. Interest rates are low, prices are extremely competitive, and many builders are offering fantastic incentives. But if you’re like two-thirds of people in the new home buying market today, you’ve got a home to sell first. On any given Sunday afternoon, hosts of lookers are visiting open houses across the country. How can you prepare for an open house? It’s a question on many sellers’ minds. Follow these tips, have a plan and you’ll have likely will have a new home buyer signing on your dotted line sooner than you may expect.

Experts say the home’s cleanliness, condition, and overall appearance create traffic from potential buyers. This traffic generates offers on a correctly priced home.

An important thing to keep in mind about setting a price is to remain realistic. Some sellers are concerned that the value of their houses have declined slightly and want to wait until prices have gone back again. Think about it this way: It’s always better to trade up in a buyer’s market, like the one we are

in now.

For the sake of argument assume since the highest point of the market your home value has dropped 10 percent, from $300,000 to $270,000.

While the value of your house has fallen, the price of higher-end homes has also dropped. A home selling for $500,000 in the past has also dropped 10 percent in value, and now sells at $450,000. If you sold your home today for $270,000 and purchased the larger house for $450,000, the difference in price would be $180,000.

But if you waited to recoup the 10 percent value on your home and sold it at $300,000, chances are that same larger home would also move up in price to at least $500,000. That is potentially $200,000 price difference between the two homes. So by selling today, you would actually save $20,000 moving up now.

While how much you ask for your home is obviously the key factor in many buyers’ minds the presentation and cleanliness of the home is crucial. The buyer

must be able to envision their belonging in their “new” potential home.

Keep personal items like photographs to a minimum. Locate any clutter around your home and either throw it out or organize it neatly.

Consider how often you use items in the clutter. If you haven’t used it in over a year it may be time to toss it. Don’t forget that some items can be donated to various items in your community which may be a better option for some items than throwing them out.

Clean off your kitchen countertops and pack up small knickknacks. Not only will the house appear more organized and spacious; but you may get a heads up on packing up for your impending move.

Pack up essential items into a box that can be easily moved into a closet when not in use. You may want to remove most books from your bookshelves, leaving just a few with some nice decorative pieces.

Remember that potential buyers will like to look

everywhere in the home.

Organize all of your closet spaces and kitchen cabinets. Before the open house is the time to do a full and thorough cleaning of the areas in your home you’ve been avoiding organizing the past year.

Renting a storage unit may be helpful as well.

Remove any furniture that blocks walkways or windows. Consider stowing away your now empty freestanding bookcases. Removing extra table leaves will make rooms appear larger and remember to leave just enough furniture to showcase the room’s purpose. While it is essential the buyer is able to see their things in the home; a home that is too empty can appear cold and lifeless.

Make any minor repairs you can before potential buyers come through.

Wash your windows inside and out. Polish up faucets and mirrors and don’t forget to hang fresh towels in the bathrooms and kitchen. Overly worn rugs should be stowed away or replaced and the entire house should be vacuumed. Consider having the carpets shampooed and air out any musty smelling areas. Off scents will surely break a potential

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buyer’s interest if even on a subconscious level.

Other tips include turning on all of the lights to highlight the home’s amenities and setting the dining room table for a “decorative appeal.” Buy fresh flowers for vases throughout the home. Make sure the doorbell is working and children’s rooms “are minimally personal.” If potential buyers do not have children, you want them to see the room as a possible guest bedroom or office, while maintaining a possibility of children’s room for those with kids.

Keep “curb appeal” in mind as well. Walk outside and see what your house looks like. How does the landscaping look? How about the front porch?

Make certain that your house number can be read from the street and remember to keep your sidewalks

clear and your lawn mowed. Trim shrubs and trees and if needed, freshen mulch beds and consider planting some flowers.

Selling your home doesn’t have to be a headache if you are prepared. And most of all remember to relax. Keep things in perspective. While it may take more than a week to sell your home -- as was often the case during the boom years of real estate, with a little extra preparation your home will be sold before you know it and you’ll be moving into you new dream home.

For more information on selling your home, contact The Moore County Home Builders Association at www.mchba.com or visit the National Association of Home Builders at www.nahb.org/timetobuy.

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GOLF FRONT CONDO - Completely renovated, new Baths (2 1/2), Kitchen w/new cabinets, appliances, tile floor & granite, 3 Bedrooms, LR w/cathedral ceiling, wood-burning fireplace and wall of windows w/magnificent views.

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145 SKYLINE MANOR Situated on 3 Acres, Golf Front with 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, LR, Formal DR, FR, Carolina Rm with Finished Lower Level with 1 Bdrm, 1 Bath and Utility Rm. This home has a Beautiful Backyard, Deck, 2 Car Garage and an abundance of space inside and out! New Roof and Painting 2010 “PLUS” New Appliances AND New Anderson Windows in 2006. PRICED AT: $279,900 Visit www.145skylinemanordrive.info/

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145 MERRY MOCK HILL Nestled on 1 Acre surrounded by Horse Farms, you’ll love the setting and enjoy this adorable 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath, LR, DR, Fireplace, Beautiful Kitchen w/Center Island home. There is an additional detached building with 260 Heated Sq. Ft. with Electric and Plumbing. Attached is a 2 Car Garge, Fencing and Deck in the back. PRICED AT: $243,500 Visit www.145merrymockhillroad.info/

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If you’re like many hopeful homebuyers — especially those who have little or no equity to invest in a property — you may be facing the dilemma of how to best use your cash. Should you save it for the downpayment, or is it smarter to improve your credit rating by paying down debt?

The answer depends on how much debt you’re carrying when you apply for a mortgage. First, estimate how much you can realistically afford to pay each month on a home loan, including property taxes and insurance. Then add in the payments you must make toward all other debt, such as car loans, credit cards and charge accounts.

If the total of those payments is less than 36-38 percent of you monthly income and there are no other

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blemishes on your credit report, you’ll probably qualify for financing. If the total exceeds 36-38 percent of your income it may be wisest to pay down the debt to a more reasonable level before applying for a home loan.

If your personal debt is within reasonable limits, however, most experts agree that putting your cash toward a downpayment reaps the greatest long-term benefits. By making a downpayment of at least 20 percent, you can avoid the cost of private mortgage insurance (PMI). Plus, every dollar you add to the downpayment results in instant eq-

uity which is likely to grow each year.

Added to the tax advantages of owning a home, those are consistent gains that can offset many credit card payments.

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(ARA) - It's the weekend: Would you rather spend it scrubbing and mopping or going to the movies and meeting up with friends?

It's not a tough question to answer for most people.

Cleaning the house can take hours, or even days, depending on how much you need to get done and how long it's been since the last "deep clean." What most people don't know is how to clean efficiently, in a way that saves time and gets the job done quicker.

The pros of the home cleaning business know how to prioritize, organize and lay out a plan of attack that gets the job done not just quickly but thoroughly. The professionals at house cleaning companies like Merry Maids typically clean multiple homes a day, so resourceful cleaning is critical.

Here are some of Merry Maids' top techniques and tools for speed-cleaning your house, room by room. If you start using these cleaning tips on a regular basis, your house will be cleaner in less time, and major cleaning sessions won't seem so daunting because your house will already be in good order.

Time-saving tricks * Straighten up the house before the cleaning begins. Clutter slows down your cleaning. Go through the house room by room and put away items that are lying out.

But don't sweep things under the proverbial rug.

Shoving items in drawers and closets just to get them out of the way isn't a good idea. You're going to have to deal with it again eventually - why not take care of it immediately by putting it in its proper place? * Work from a list. Think logically about where you're going to start and end, rather than bouncing between rooms and floors of the house. Prioritize what needs to get done and where it makes sense to start. Doing so can help keep you on track and give you the satisfaction of checking completed tasks off the list. If you think of other things as you're working, add them to the list and address them when appropriate. * Stay focused. Answering the phone can break your concentration and momentum, so make it a "do not disturb" time. It can be tempting to start reading through catalogs and magazines you're putting in the recycling bin, but if you don't resist the urge, you'll be dragging your chores out and cutting into your own free time. * Set a time limit for each room. Merry Maids suggests setting a kitchen timer before you start each room. Every time you clean, keep track of your time and try to finish cleaning each room a little

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pick it all up in your last step. * Don't scrub. Let the cleaning solution do the work for you. Spray tough spots -- such as a soap scum-covered shower wall -- with cleaner and let it soak while you clean something else. You'll make double use of your time and save elbow grease.

Time-tested tools * Invest in a 50-foot, heavy-duty extension cord so you plug in the vacuum cleaner only once. * Wear a sturdy canvas carpenter apron that has multiple pockets and can accommodate heavier items. Use it to carry items like an ostrich feather duster, brushes for detail work, a widget (a small tool with a blade for removing stubborn grime) and microfiber cleaning cloths.

* Use a tool caddy to keep tools and cleaning solutions within arm's reach at all times. Carry spray bottles, one with light dilution cleaner, and a second with heavier dilution cleaner; a spray bottle with disinfectant; scouring powder; a toilet brush in a plastic bag (to keep tray clean); a sponge with an attached scouring pad; furniture polish; a whisk broom; rubber gloves (for wet work) and garden gloves (for dry work).

Keep your cleaning tools and supplies in tip-top shape so they'll last longer. And for extra time savings, wash tools after each cleaning and make sure your bottles are filled.

That way, you'll be ready start the next round of cleaning without any hassle. For more clever cleaning ideas, go to www.merrymaids.com.

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faster than the time before. * Choose a focal point within each room as a beginning point. Whether it's the kitchen sink or the bathroom shower, giving yourself something to focus on immediately can help motivate you to get started. As you finish one area, move to the next in a clockwise direction. * Use both hands. Finish one step with one hand, and then begin the next with the other. This not only will make you work faster, but it will even out the workload so one arm isn't doing all the work. * Don't backtrack. Go around the room only once -- a lot of time is often lost going over areas that have already been cleaned. Just remember that you should save the floor for last -- if you disturb dust or debris as you work, it'll fall, and you can

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Hot home helpers under $100: Easy, affordable organization solutions

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2010

(ARA) - Feel like there's never enough room in your home to store everything?

Chances are you don't need more square footage, you just need to get organized.

"Luckily, getting organized doesn't have to be difficult or expensive," says Danny Lipford, home improvement expert and host of "Today's Homeowner." "The key is to find products that marry innovation and practicality to help make home organization easy."

While overhauling your whole home may seem intimidating, start with the three rooms that tend to be the culprits of chaos the kitchen, bathroom and garage. Check out these hot home helpers that will soon make your spaces more organized and enjoyable, all at an affordable price.

In the kitchen Savvy storage When it's time to put away leftovers, do you struggle to find matching lids and bowls? Or do your plastic storage containers seem to take over your entire storage space? Update your mismatched wares with Smart Spin Storage Containers.

They offer three different storage sizes and a holder keeps all the storage containers and universal-sized lids organized in less than one square foot ($20).

Use unused space Most bathrooms are equipped with accessories to keep towels neat and at your fingertips, so why not use the same organization tools in the kitchen? For less than $25, you can add a towel bar, towel ring or

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robe hook, such as the Sage or Reed collections at Bed Bath & Beyond, on the side of a cabinet or an island to keep dish towels handy (and off the floor), while adding a stylish look to the kitchen.

In the bathroom Shower and storage Space and storage are key concerns in bathroom design; luckily, you can create up to 5 1/2 additional inches of elbow room in the shower, while also adding extra hanging space for daily essentials with the new Double Curved Shower Rod from Moen ($59.99).

Double Curved Shower Rods, available at Bed Bath & Beyond, also offer visual appeal with a separate rod for the decorative shower curtain - or provide easily accessible space to hang your towels.

Simple space solution No matter how organized your bathroom, it's always tough to find a place for the many daily necessities that we want at our fingertips. Now, you can easily keep these items within arm's reach - yet off the vanity - with new Towel Bar Hooks and Shower Rod Hooks from Moen ($10).

These ingenious, Sshaped hooks snap right onto your current towel bar or shower rod to offer convenient

access for a variety of items, such as clothing, jewelry, towels, travel bags and more.

In the garage Up and out When looking for more storage space in the garage, don't forget to look up. Often overlooked, the overhead area is ideal to suspend a variety of larger items, such as bikes, that take up coveted floor space.

For only a few dollars, you can purchase large plastic-coated hooks that easily screw into the ceiling joist and allow you to hang the bicycle upside down by the tires.

Or try a bike hoist ($39) that also suspends the bike from the ceiling - but uses a pulley to make lifting the bike easier.

Balls, bats and shovels, oh my Unfortunately, most items stored in the garage are large and irregularly shaped, making it difficult to neatly store them on shelves. Specialized organization systems for sporting goods and lawn equipment are available to confine anything from bats and balls to shovels and rakes. The RacorPro X-Rack Sports Equipment Organizer ($79.99) sets up quickly and easily and the basket design will entice anyone to toss their items in. Or, try the Funnel Fits Long Handle Tool Storage System ($26) that

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snaps garden tools like shovels, rakes and brooms onto the wall and out of the way.

With a few innovative, practical and affordable products, your home will be more organized in no time. For more information about Moen products, visit www.moen.com or www.bedbathand-

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• PINEHURST • 20 Whithorn Court - ID # 2475 (11:00 - 2:00) 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, MLS # 139625, $421,842

• SOUTHERN PINES • 24 Plantation Drive - ID # 2005 (11:00-3:00) 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths, MLS # 131159, $588,492

• PINEBLUFF • 120 Gore Street (Lukes Landing Subdivision) ID # 4245 (10:00 - 1:00) New Construction Homes!

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• SEVEN LAKES • 184 Firetree Lane - ID # 2295 (1:00-4:00) 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths, MLS # 138171, $228,500

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 10

• PINEBLUFF • 120 Gore Street (Lukes Landing Subdivision) ID # 4245 (1:00-4:00) New Construction Homes!

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• PINEHURST • 7A Pinehurst Manor - ID # 2545 (1:00-4:00) 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, MLS # 137106, $138,250

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• PINEHURST • 265 Oakmont Circle - ID # 2335 (1:00-4:00) 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, MLS # 140248, $280,000 • WEST END • 4225 NC Hwy. 73 - ID # 4785 (1:00-4:00) 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, MLS # 139907, $122,500

• WHISPERING PINES • 3432 Niagara Carthage Rd. - ID # 4115 (2:00-5:00) 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, MLS # 140186, $265,000 Stop by & enter to win a $25 gas card!

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Christine Sellers

Lucretia Pinnock 692-6767

When Experience Counts...

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Pinnock Real Estate & Relocation Services, Inc.

Jim Horne

murray@basilgrouprealty.com Cell: (910) 528-2432 Fax: (910) 944-7943 Pinehurst, NC 28374 www.basilgrouprealty.com

Fax: (910) 245-8684

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LEILANI MEDLIN REALTOR® / Broker

Larose and Company

Office 693-3300 Cell 690-1404

Independently owned and operated

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TANYA BRIDGERS-ZOPPI Branch Manager 910-690-7112 NMLS #106825 tbzoppi@ncrrbiz.com

KELLI E. BECKEL

“Specializing in Woodlake for Over 25 Years”

Office.: (910) 245-8683 Cell: (910) 624-2997

Murray Williamson

“Mortgages Made Simple” Fast ~ Efficient Service

Sr. Mortgage Loan Specialist 910-787-8876 NMLS #73384 kbeckel@integritymtgs.com

Office 910-692-8874

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THE PILOT — SOUTHERN PINES, N.C.

GOLF FRONT on famed Donald Ross No. 2 course. Located in The Fairwoods on Seven, a gated community. 225ft. frontage on No. 2 course. Well maintained home. New roof and heat pump 2009. Large Master Suite, bedroom, sitting room, and office. Workshop area.

3BR2.5BA $725,000 (137891)

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2010

VERY NICE all new brick Violette Brothers home in Whispering Pines with many upgrades including granite counters, hardwood flooring, gas fireplace, Carolina Room, whirlpool tub & shower, rear deck, and irrigation system. Paved driveway in rear with stone driveway in front. 3BR/2BA $320,000 (139879)

FOUR BEDROOM two and a half bath two story brick home located close to the Seven Lakes West back entrance. Living Room, Carolina Room, two Family Rooms, Office, and large garage with workshop. 4BR/2.5BA $329,000 (139259)

OUTSTANDING GOLF FRONT HOME with the best view in Pinewild. Beautiful two sided stone fireplace, large Living Room with vaulted ceiling & Loft. Extra rooms include Office and Bonus Room over garage. 3BR/2.5BA $439,000 (139525)

NICE HOME with hardwood floors, lovely two-sided fireplace, tray ceilings, ceiling fans, and crown molding. Open and bright Kitchen & Family Room. Separate Living & Dining Room.

Rear patio.

3BR./2.5BA $275,000 (138579)

NICE HOME on a quiet street near Lake Pinehurst Beach. Living Room plus cozy den w/fireplace off Kitchen and breakfast area. Bamboo floors, screened porch, fenced backyard. Lots of custom features. PCC membership available for transfer.

3BR/2BA $259,000 (138975)

INVITING CAPE COD with a gourmet Kitchen overlooking a cozy Family Room w/fireplace. Many custom features & park like backyard.

PCC membership available for transfer. 4BR/2BA $274,900 (137143)

THIS BRICK COTTAGE needs interior updating, but has great potential! There is 476’ unfinished upstairs and a 12X20’ unfinished basement. All the main windows were replaced w/vinyl clad windows in recent years. 3BR/1BA $265,000 (137363)

GREAT AREA, Unit 1 off Oakmont Circle.. Cul-de-sac location.

Well maintained home. Third bedroom used as a den. Large deck and screened-in porch. Workshop area. 1.5 miles from Member’s Club.

3BR/2BA $225,000 (135332)

VERY NICE furnished unit currently on a Rental Program. PCC membership available for transfer.

2BR/2BA $150,000 (135673)

LAWN & TENNIS corner location. Third bedroom has been converted into a Den. Wet bar in laundry room. Carolina Room has wall unit heat and air. PCC membership available for transfer.

3BR/2BA $199,500 (139423)

QUIET RURAL AREA near Cameron. Large corner lot with many large trees. New carpet, freshly painted interior including ceilings, and masonry fireplace. Seller is willing to help with buyer’s closing costs with an acceptable offer. 3BR/1BA $124,500 (138209)

Terrific golf view through mature pines to driving range. Spacious open floor plan. Split bedrooms.

Den/office can be used as a third bedroom. Screened porch and deck.

2BR/2BA $225,000 (139432)

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

Saturday, October 23, 2010 9:00 am at Memorial Park, Southern Pines $50 per team (64 Teams Max)

Cash Prize for 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Entry Deadline: Friday, October 15th

MAPLE TREE COTTAGE in Old Town Pinehurst. Extensive remodeling & additions in 2002. Home included new guest suite w/private entrance and Kitchenette. Formal & informal areas. Living Rm has builtin storage & ventless gas fireplace. In ground heated pool. 3BR/3BA $678,000 (138626)

Harwell Stovall Associate Broker

Jeannette Peters Associate Broker

Realtor of the Week PETE GARNER

Ann Benton Associate Broker GRI/ABR/RRS & GREEN

Faye Gibson Associate Broker GRI/ABR/RRS

BackPack Pals: Feeding Moore Children

Hundreds of children leave school on Friday afternoon and have little or nothing to eat until they return on Monday morning. The BackPack Pals program started

by Moore County Schools with "seed money" from St. Joseph of the Pines. Students are selected for the program with input from teachers, social workers, teacher assistants and administrators. The identified students receive food in their BackPacks to take home for the weekend. Volunteers meet at the Food Bank every Thursday at 1 p.m. to set up an assembly line of items that will be given to the children for the weekend. After they are filled, volunteers deliver them back to their respective schools.

For more information with regards to the BackPack Pals program or volunteering your time, please contact Linda Hubbard, 910-947-2342.