NEW PRICE FOR YOU FOR 2012
5 Pine Vista Drive – Like new 4BR/3BA home
on corner lot convenient to many locations including Fort Bragg. Well landscaped fenced yard with screen porch & patio. Gourmet kitchen w/upgraded cabinets, granite, stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, split plan, 4th BR could be used as bonus. $364,900 MLS#143258
(910) 295-1600
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New Canterbury Model features 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths PLUS a Carolina Room and Den (or 4th Bedroom). Prime location overlooking Hole No. 2 on the Prestigious Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course at the Mid South Club. Includes Holly membership to the Mid South & Talamore golf Clubs. Unbelievably priced at $319,000!
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139713 Panoramic view of Holly Course 5th hole. Custom built 3BR/2.5BA home. Beautiful! $397,900 PRU6M5N4 Terry Ganse 295.5504
783.5335
143779 Charming home overlooking 11th fairway of Magnolia. Carolina Rm, 3BR/2BA. Lush Gardens! PRU6C5H8 Marie O'Brien 295.5504
295.2660
PINEWILD CC
PINEWILD CC
Arvilla Sheron
295.5504
141131 Golf Front! Brick, 4BR, 3.5BA home with Transferable Membership! $518,000 PRU5L3T2
639.5133
142009 Golf Front home! 4BR/3.5BA, Lower Level Rec Rm, 3-Car Garage & Golf Cart Storage. $680,000 PRU7W7W3 Marie O'Brien 295.5504
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5 SALEM DRIVE IN” WOODLANDS” OF PINEHURST All brick home with many upgrades already done.3 br. 2 bath plus bonus room and huge Carolina room. Wonderful kitchen with island and butler’s pantry, spacious and ideal for entertaining! Easy to care for landscaping plus brick and vinyl trim exterior! Great Value $239,000 Make an Offer! MLS#142486
240 BURNING TREE RD., PINEHURST Equinox all brick home! 3 br. 2 1/2 baths, Lots of hardwood floors and crown molding! Master bath with corner jacuzzi & separate vanities. Gas log fireplace in living room. Lovely screen porch and deck! Oversized garage with large storage for golf cart and workshop! PCC available! $229,000 - Accepting all reasonable OFFERS! Please call Sandy for appt. MLS #143946
Sandy Haarlow
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LIN HUTAFF
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38 GREYABBEY
Custom home with floor to ceiling built-ins in office, large open Great Room, separate Dining Rm and Magnolia Course views from Kitchen, Great Rm, Dining Rm and Master. Large oversized garage with separate door for Golf Cart. Loads of storage. Offered at $379,000.00.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 30, 2011
The Moore County Register of Deeds Office in Carthage has recorded the following property transfers valued at $50,000 or more. December 19-22, 2011 Global Properties and Development LLC to Step One Design Inc., Lot 17 The Arboretum, McNeill Township, $77,000. Step One Design Inc. to John R. and Monica L. Dorsch, Lot 17 The Arboretum, McNeill Township, $389,000. H&H Homes of Fayetteville LLC to Marc C. and Denise E. Marckx, Lot 66 P2 Sinclair, Little River Township, $235,000. Kirby Holding Group LLC to Curtis J. Loftin and Carol Stevens, Lot 10 P12 Foxcroft Plains, McNeill Township, $335,000. Lu U. and Marilyn A. Navarro to Janie A. Gould, Lot 101B S6 ADD 1 Whispering Pines, McNeill Township, $370,000. James W. and Shirley J. Taylor to Karl E. Colyer, Unit 220 Knollwood Village Townhouses, McNeill Township, $160,000. Britt & Allen LLC to Angela F. Averitte and Patti L. Rainwater, Lot 2639 P1 U7 Pinehurst, Mineral Springs Township, $450,000. Celestine K. Darby to Gijsbertus E. Vandomselaar and Elizabeth Douma, Lot 3007 Homestead Seven Lakes West, Mineral Springs Township, $620,000. Robert J. and Cynthia McCann to Wayne and Lise Wilson, Lot 1109 S11 Forest Creek, McNeill Township, $165,000.
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Lena B. Creech to Lena B. Creech and Calvary Memorial Church Inc., Life Estate Lot 16 & PT Lots 1718 BL M&5 Southern Pines & Tract, McNeill Township, $100,000. McDonald Brothers Inc. to Belk Building Supply LLC, Tracts, $1,400,000. Alex J. and Christine M. Speight to H&H Homes of Fayetteville LLC, Lots 1517 Shepherds Ridge, Sandhills Township, $81,000. Alex J. and Christine M. Speight to H&H Homes of Fayetteville LLC, Lots 1114 P2 Shepherds Ridge, Sandills Township, $108,000. DWA Inc. to Ian S. and Tamara N. Little, Lot 6184 S6 Seven Lakes West, Mineral Springs Township, $335,000. Marie H. Smith and Marie H. Evans Smith to James and Delores A. Horne, Lot 88 S7 Woodlake Little River Township, $250,000. Schrontz Development Inc. to Legacy Home Construction Inc., Lot 1 Glen Meadow, Mineral Springs Township, $50,000. DGH Management LLC to Ahoua N. and Emma A. NGuessan, Lot 219 U9 P1 Pinehurst, Mineral Springs Township, $228,500. Household Realty Corp and LPS Asset Management Solutions Inc. to Sandra Vankersen, Tract, $90,000. Bank of New York Mellon Et al. to Elizabeth A. Gingerich, Unit 418 Foxkroft Villas East Condo, $60,000. Marie M. Johnson Et al. to Alma Goff, Lots 629630 & 667668 SG Lakeview, McNeill Township, $100,000. Mary P. Hunter to Tucker and
TAMMY LYNE,
Lauren McKenzie, Lot 14 P1 The Fields, Greenwood Township, $116,000. Bankunited Et al. to Denver L. and Connie S. Galford, Lot 2504 Windermere, Seven Lakes, MineralSprings Township, $120,000. Seymour Properties Inc. to Sandhills Shopping Center LLC, Tract, Sandhills Township, $750,000. Habitat For Humanity of the NC Sandhills Inc. to Yen T. Nguyen, Tract, Sandhills Township, $124,000. Michelle S. Vincent to Francis W. Thomas Et al., Lot 200 U8 Pinehurst, $243,000. Alex J. and Christine M. Speight to Joshua Builders LLC, Lots 810 P2 Shepherds Ridge, Sandhills Township, $81,000. Bowater Timber 1 LLC to Thomas N. and Kristen Beavers, Tract, Carthage Township, $70,000. Michael and Marguerite Sanger to Frank and Lee Evers, Lots 488489 U16 P2 Pinehurst, Mineral Springs Township, $295,000. H&H Constructiors Inc. to Michael and Lisa R. Murphy, Lot 235 Birkdale Village, McNeill Township, $290,000. Doris W. Mornaghine to Rhandal N. Smart, Unit 207 S1 Merrywood, Mineral Springs Township, $157,000. Robert W. Edwards Et al. to Margaret L. Barbosa, Lot 387 U4 P1 Pinehurst, Mineral Springs Township, $246,500. Thomas C. McIntosh to Steve K. and Kimberly A. Gerald, Tract 14, McIntosh Point, McNeill Township, $77,000.
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Southern Pines 205 SE Broad Street
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NEW PRICE: $273,719! BEAUTIFUL HOME!
SITUATED IN PINEHURST this new price will "Move You"! $273,719!! Well built home with loads of detail. This 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath home also boasts a Upstairs Bonus Room along with a split 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath floor plan, stylish kitchen with Granite Counters and Stainless Steel Appliances. Beautiful Hardwood floors, super efficient Heat Pump and Attic Room that can be finished to add even more living space! This beautiful Ranch style home has over 2460 Sq.Ft. Side Entry Garage, Concrete Driveway and a very private backyard. Located at 280 Diamondhead Dr. in Pinehurst.
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National $600,000 Pinehurst $199,000 Pinehurst $324,900 Pinehurst $182,500 Beautiful & Stylish Golf Front Home Great Location – Generous Sized Rooms Gourmet Kitchen – Gorgeous Landscaping Wonderful Location – Updated Kitchen 4 BR / 3.5 BA Code 719 3 BR / 3 BA Code 730 4 BR / 2.5 BA Code 743 2 BR / 2 BA Code 744 www.121StMellions.com www.1425MonticelloDrive.com www.44DeerwoodLane.com www.303HamptonDrive.com
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Whispering Pines $379,000 Seven Lakes North $219,900 Unique Water Front w/ Recent Upgrades Wide Water Views – Great Floor Plan 3 BR / 3 BA Code 765 3 BR / 2.5 BA Code 768
Pinehurst $349,900 Pinewild CC $495,000 Lovely Golf Front – Spacious Floor Plan Elegant Golf Front w/ a Private Setting 4 BR / 3.5 BA Code 771 3 BR / 3.5 BA Code 772
Pinehurst $469,000 Custom Home On Beautifully Wooded Lot 4 BR / 3.5 BA Code 777
$299,000 Pinehurst
Pinehurst $179,500 Aberdeen $245,000 Quiet Cul-De-Sac – Pristine Condition Super Floor Plan – Great Privacy 2 BR / 2 BA Code 790 3 BR / 2.5 BA Code 796
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$297,500
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$198,500 Pinehurst $269,000 National Pinehurst $449,000 Seven Lakes North $392,000 Seven Lakes West $408,000 Nice Neighborhood – Wonderful Family Home Pristine Condition – Stunning Golf Front Great Family Home – Super Floor Plan Inviting Family Home – Great Location Like New Beautiful Golf Front Code 806 4 BR / 4.5 BA Code 810 3 BR / 2.5 BA 5 BR / 4.5 BA Code 805 3 BR / 2 BA Code 809 4 BR / 2.5 BA Code 813
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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 30, 2011
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When you need to know... talk to Mickey DeBernard
Dear Community,
Happy New Year and Happy New Home
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Welcome to the New Year! It is a pairs done. It makes it much easier to netime of renewal and setting new goals. gotiate a better price when you are confiMany traditionally think of January as a dent that your home is in excellent fresh start, a clean slate and a magical condition. Look at your home carefully time of promise. For those of you who and honestly assess simple changes that have had your home on the market for would update the look. One of the easia while, it may be time to set a new est changes to make is painting. You plan. It may be time for a few changes may love that red dining room but a poto freshen up the house and put it tential buyer may just see a dark color ahead of the competition. Looking at that would be difficult to cover. Hiring a your home through a different set of professional painter can be a very wortheyes can be very useful. It may be worth the fee to while investment. What about wallpaper? Wall have a consultation with a professional stager. You paper is one of the most “taste specific” forms of may feel that you do not want to spend any more decorating. Some people love it and others hate it. money on your home; you just want it sold so you Chances are that even if they like wall paper they can move on. It is important to look at all the facmay not like yours. Remember, you decorated your tors involved in selling. Have your Realtor® do an home based on your specific tastes and preferupdated market analysis to see what has sold and ences. Neutralizing your home with simple fixes what your competition is. Remember that selling a such as paint and removing wallpaper allow a poOPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 1-4PM FOXFIRE home is a business transaction. Buying a home is tential buyer to see their colors on the wall and their an emotional investment. belongings in place. Another easy fix is changing If you feel that your home is priced well, it may be the hardware on the cabinets. Trading the brass time to consider some minor improvements. These knobs for something more subtle and current is a can be simple fixes such as packing up as much as good investment. Finally make sure there is adepossible in preparation for your move. This serves quate light in all the rooms. It is very inexpensive to two purposes. It gets you in the mode of anticipatadd a light kit to a ceiling fan in a bedroom. Homes ing a move and it helps declutter the home. The show better when they are bright and uncluttered. fewer personal items, the easier it is for a potential Make your New Year’s resolution now to create buyer to see their items in the home. It may be diffithe most inviting home on the market. Show off the cult to remember that your home is now a product space itself not your things. Remember the homes that you and your Realtor® are marketing. You that are super clean and well taken care of are the continue to live in your home. It is better to begin most inviting. Check with your Realtor® for recomthe process of moving on and lessening your atmendations for service providers. Make your tachment. Packing all non essential items is a great dreams come true this year, simple changes can start. make it happen. It may make sense if you have an older home to have a pre sale home inspection and have the re-
Sincerely, Christine Menear, Director
E-mail: Mickey@NewHeritageRealty.com
Affiliated Builders • McArnold Construction Inc. • Wonderful Life Construction Inc.
1901 N. Poplar Street • Aberdeen NC
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Year
Average Closed Price
Total Sold
Days on Market
2010
$252,021
862
172
2011
$244,245
2009
802
$258,560
2008
163
693
$276,853
156
920
Moore County, Single Family, residential only, number of closings by month:
142
Year
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sept
Oct
Nov
Dec
2010
45
51
72
94
78
112
77
70
77
54
67
65
90
94
47
59
2011
2009 2008
56 20 61
47 41 55
75 42 69
70
81
56
45
72
93 79
88 76
112
75 59 92
70 67 99
67
58
67
74
70
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HYLAND HILLS
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DONALD ROSS AREA
146259 Pinewild CC: Golf Front! 4BR/3BA, Carolina Rm, Sunroom, 3-Car Garage. $479,000 PRU2W5G9 Arvilla Sheron 295.5504 639.5133
145430 Golf Front, 2BR/2BA first floor Condo! Screened Porch. Easy Care! $91,500 PRU7U8U7 Kay Beran 315.3322 692.2635
135787 Golf Front on Course #3! 3BRs/2Baths (split plan), beautiful views, quiet cul-de-sac. $299,000 PRU5Z3T8 Eva Toney 638.0972 295.5504
145682 Like New! Large Lot. 3BR/2BA. Owner will consider a Lease/Purchase for 1 year. $178,000 PRU3P6W2 Bill Brock 692.2635 639.1148
143062 Style, Quality & Value! Well appointed custom brick home! 3BR/3BA split plan. Family Rm. $425K PRU3W2Q5 Mary Joe Worth 692.2635 695.5430
146275 Brick patio home with golf course view! Very open plan! 3BR/2BA, Carolina Room. Plantation shutter. $305K PRU3E8M6 Pat Koubek 215.2869 692.2635
141066 Charming Cape Cod home with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, plus a bonus room over the garage. $280,000 PRU7C2L6 Bonnie Baker 690.4705 692.2635
137743 Lovely Lake Front Villa! Great Golf View, too! 3BR/3BA, Carolina Rm, Family Rm & more! $450,000 PRU2S9L5 Joel Rich 315.4009 295.5504
146348 Excellent Golf Front home on Course #1! Charming 3BR/2.5BA single level living. Excellent Upgrades! $312,500 PRU4M5M8 Kay Beran 315.3322 692.2635
139534 Brick home on .92 acre estate lot. 3,700 sq.ft., built-ins and hardwood floors. $449,900 PRU7Y2U2 Krista Duncan 690.7009 295.5504
146238 www.135HunterTrail.com - Private Setting! 3Bedrooms, 2.5Baths. $360,000 PRU3C5A5 Frank Sessoms 639.3099 295.5504
144377 Nice, neat 3BR/2.5BA ranch in a great spot close to downtown So. Pines! 3Season Back Porch! $159,900 PRU5Z9Q9 Jill Greenleaf 783.6139 / Jim Lawson 783.5442 692.2635
141305 Water Front, Log Home with over 4,000 sq.ft. 3BR/3BA. $439,000 PRU9A4K2 Arvilla Sheron 639.5133 295.5504
145882 Outside maintenance, modest HOA fees, full living main level + lower space. $420,000 PRU3V6E8 Eva Toney 638.0972 295.5504
145736 Impressive brick, 4BR, 3.5BA home with 3,150+sq.ft. $499,900 PRU6R9T3
146090 Listed UNDER Tax Value! Ready & Waiting for a New Family! 4BR/2.5BA. $289,900 PRU3M5K5 Donna Chapman 783.6061 692.2635
144951 Golf Front Ranch Home! Spacious floor plan, 9' ceilings. LR, DR and Carolina Room w/frplc. $190,000 PRU7L7X2 Kay Beran 315.3322 692.2635
142107 Charming cottage style 3BR/2BA home with a bonus room/office. Lovely Versatile Plan! $324,900 PRU3T6S4 Jill Greenleaf 783.6139 / Jim Lawson 783.5442 692.2635
145265 www.206StAndrewsCondo.com 3BR/2BA Condo with Pinehurst CC mbrshp. Furnished! $189,000 PRU5S8L3 Frank Sessoms 639.3099 295.5504
146207 Secluded 3BR/2.5BA home overlooks the Weymouth Nature Preserve. Lovely Pool! $369,900 PRU6Q3P3 Mary Joe Worth 695.5430 692.2635
143190 Great Home! Completely Remodeled! Hardwood floors, Carolina Room. Beautiful Golf Views! $425,000 PRU6Q3V3 Bill Brock 639.1148 692.2635
144953 All brick, one level home in upscale neighborhood. 3BRs, 2Baths (split plan), Carolina Rm. $319,000 PRU5K3U4 Eva Toney 638.0972 295.5504
144500 New hardwood flooring, fresh pint & lots of space! High ceilings, frplc, 3BR/2BA split plan. $198,500 PRU4J7F2 Kay Beran 315.3322 692.2635
143718 Attractive Family Home with Fenced Back Yard & custom play house. 4BR/2BA. $335,000 PRU6A5R4 Joel Rich 315.4009 295.5504
146350 Great 4 bedroom, 2 bath (split plan) home with a fenced yard. Convenient location! $150,000 PRU5A3V6 Bill Brock 639.1148 692.2635
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LONGLEAF CC
LONGLEAF CC
PINEHURST #6
PINEHURST #6
CARTHAGE
KNOLLWOOD
MIDLAND CC
PINE GROVE VILLAGE
CCNC
LAKE DIAMOND
PINEHURST
VILLAGE ACRES
DORAL WOODS
MIDDLETON PLACE
ST. ANDREWS CONDO
VILLAGE BLUE FARM
DONALD ROSS AREA
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Home Security
MOORE COUNTY HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION
Whether or not you have a home security system, there are some common mistakes that you should watch out for because they can make your house an easy mark for thieves. Browse through the following no-nos and make sure you are not guilty of committing any of them. (If you are, for your
own safety and for the security of your home, correct them immediately.) Common Home Security Mistakes: Hide-a-key Many homeowners, afraid they will lose their keys and lock themselves out, choose to hide a key somewhere on the property. They think they are being
sneaky by placing the key under a rock, under a doormat, in a potted plant, or above the door. Burglars absolutely know about all these commonly used hiding places. Under no circumstances should you leave the key to your house where it can be found. If you frequently lose your keys or lock yourself out of the house, consider getting a fingerprint or keypad door lock for your front door. Broken Locks Some homeowners neglect to fix broken locks right away, putting the job off for tomorrow (or whenever they feel like it). It is important, however, to make sure all your doors and windows
have strong modern locks that are in good repair. Don't think that just because a window is on a second or third story that a burglar can't figure out a way to get to it. Burglar Alarms That Aren't Turned On A home security system is only useful when updated and activated. Test your alarm on a regular basis and check for any upgrades to the software. And don't forget to turn it on when you leave the house, even if you're just planning to run an errand. A single thief can utterly ransack your
By John Pandich Moore County Home Builders Association President
house in just a few minutes.
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(ARA) - With the new year under way, you may be thinking about needed home improvements and how you'll use your credit to fund them. While it's important to understand your credit before making major home improvement decisions, you should also consider another kind of credit - tax credits for energy efficient home improvements. For the past few years, the federal government has offered tax credits for certain home improvements aimed at increasing a home's energy efficiency. While the most popular and generous tax credits, such as the one that allowed you to claim up to 30 percent of improvements such as a new roof or hot water heater, have expired, you can still get credit for other significant energy-efficient improvements. According to EnergyStar.gov, you can claim a tax credit for 30 percent of the cost of installing a geothermal heat pump, small wind turbine or solar energy system in your home. The credit has
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no upper limit and applies to both existing homes and new construction, but not to rental properties. This credit is good until Dec. 31, 2016. You can also get a credit of up to 30 percent of the cost of residential fuel cells, up to $500 per .5kW of power capacity, EnergyStar.gov says. This credit is also available until Dec. 31, 2016. While the initial cost of these improvements may seem significant, they can dramatically decrease home energy bills in the long run. Depending on the type of home improvement or repair you undertake, you may also be able to claim a deduction on your taxes. Before launching a significant home repair or improvement, it may pay to consult with your tax accountant to see what, if any, portion of the cost may be deductible. And, as you do home repairs throughout the year, keep receipts and discuss the improvements and possible deductions with your accountant when he or she is preparing
your tax return. Knowing ahead of time which, if any, tax credits or deductions your home improvement may qualify for can help you make a better decision about how to use credit to fund the work. Since how you use credit affects your overall credit score, knowing the cost of a project before starting it can help you better manage your credit. If you're unsure how a home improvement project may affect your credit score, websites like freecreditscore.com can help you understand your credit. The site offers members a Credit Score Estimator that can help you understand how big financial decisions, like applying for a home improvement loan, may affect your credit score. To learn more about tax credits for energy efficient home improvements, visit www.EnergyStar.gov. To learn more about tax deductions, visit www.IRS.gov. You can find a list of regional tax credits, rebates and savings at energy.gov/savings.
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Many thanks to the Pilot for the kind words about the Moore County Sentinels of Freedom and for all the great coverage that’s helped us get the word out! In the years my husband Peyton and I have been in Moore County, we’ve met some outstanding people and we called on some of those folks to help us start this project to help severely wounded veterans returning to the private sector. In the beginning, there were lots of meetings to organize everything and to figure out how we could raise the money we needed. Originally, we were just thinking of sponsoring one Sentinel family so we
were focused on raising the $100.00 we would need to sponsor a family for four year period. To date, our group has raised over $400,000 and been privileged to help four wonderful families. Although Major General Shachnow has been our fund raiserin-chief, all the committee members worked very hard and I wanted to acknowledge their contributions to the success of the group. In addition to Major General Shachnow and Dr. Dempsey, we were joined in our efforts by Patrick Couglin from the Chamber of Commerce, Roger Gentry with First Bank, Dr. Pat Henderson, former
Governor Jim Holshouser, Jim Leach from State Farm Insurance, JD Longfellow, retired from Holden, Thomasson & Longfellow, PC and Ray Olgen, formerly with Moore County Business Partners. I don’t think we could have had a better or more hard working group and I’m indebted to each and every one of them for making this project so successful. I also wanted to add a heartfelt THANKS! to all the people in the community who gave donations and made it possible to assist these families who have given so much and who have faced their challenges with so much courage. Martha Gentry
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The Psychology Of Top home decor trends for 2012 Color On Your Home
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(ARA) - From warm woods and creative colors to memorable murals and tailored textures, interior designers and industry experts predict 2012 will offer a multitude of options for those interested in giving their homes a fresh look. Even better for today's cost-conscious consumers is that many of the trends are easy and inexpensive. The facts about furniture According to Emmy Awardwinning home design expert, author and TV/radio personality Christopher Lowell, upholstered furniture coverings are being driven more by texture and less by prints. Yesterday's bulky, stationary pit sofa will be replaced by lower backs and seats along with smaller "footprint" pieces clustered into conversation groups for more flexibility and ease of interaction. Stacy Garcia of Stacy Garcia Design Studio sees a movement of woods from very dark mahogany and espresso to lighter and midtoned woods, with raw, natural walnut, cherry and white oak being especially prevalent. Make a statement For homeowners interested in adding life and personality to a bedroom, living room, family room or office, a decorative wall mural is a quick, cost-effective way to go, explains Todd Imholte, president of Murals Your Way, whose products have been featured on the TODAY show, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, Divine Design, Man Caves and Moving Up. With 25 mural categories including Disney, famous artwork, cities and cityscapes, nature, and sports, as well as the ability to create murals from favorite photos, the choices are virtually unlimited. The company also recently launched a repositionable wallpaper line. The right touch According to Lori Dennis, interior designer, author and upcoming star of HGTV's new show The Real Designing Women, next year's textures and fabrics will include iridescent metallic woven within fabric; strong patterns and bold prints; modern floral; tailored woven fabrics like tweed, herringbone, plaid and houndstooth; velvet/velour, sumptuous dupioni silk, and faux fur. Natural fibers such as bamboo, jute, eucalyptus, cotton, silk, wool and cork will remain popular, adds DeAnna Radaj of Bante Design LLC. A splash of color Deborah Wecselman of DWD Inc. suggests starting with neutral hues of taupe, beige, cream, grey, black
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and white, and then adding unexpected pops of color with bold accessories from bright yellow paintings to royal blue vases. Dennis echoes this vibrant color spectrum, with rich jewel tones like emerald, amethyst, sapphire, ruby, garnet and citrine along with deep teal, fuchsia, honeysuckle, coffee and gold. Light up your life According to Bradburn design team manager Martin Lucki, lighting options will include linen shades with clean tailored lines and a play toward texture. Lamp bodies will be made of carved reclaimed woods deftly finished in soft, neutral tones that showcase the natural wood grain. Beverly Hills designer Christopher Grubb of Arch-Interiors Design Group, who considers decorative lighting "the piece of jewelry in a room," recommends architectural sconces for applying makeup or shaving to avoid the shadows cast by overhead lighting. Please tread on me Kitchen designer/ blogger Susan Serra sees a renewed interest in woven or knotted textures on rugs with "back to basics" motifs that harken back to simpler times. These rugs are easy and cheerful to live with, make a design statement, and serve as interesting foundations for rooms with upholstered or casework furnishings most often seen in neutral colors. Lowell also sees a trend toward investment area rugs on tiled floors or those resurfaced with wood or faux wood veneers for better wear and tear and a greater perceived home value. Decorating on a dime According to artist/designer/author Pablo Solomon, people will continue to look for unique, costeffective ways to improve their homes. They'll buy and restore secondhand furniture, swap artwork and accessories with friends, and use yard sale proceeds to purchase new items for their homes. Consignment stores and estate sales will be hot in 2012, adds best-selling author and home design expert Lauri Ward of Redecorate.com, with people discovering the benefits of buying older, distressed pieces that are well made and affordable. Chairs and sofas that can be reupholstered or slipcovered, and cabinets for storage, will be sought for their quality as well as the aesthetic interest they add to modern rooms.
Agents frequently suggest that homeowners paint before placing their homes on the market. Don’t be offended! Agents understand “color psychology,” which focuses on color’s effect on human behavior and emotion. Since people’s reaction to color is immediate, color has a tremendous influence on the choices they make every day. “Color choices are very personal and when selling your home, it’s critical to appeal to the greatest number of potential buyers,” said Allegra Dioguardi, president of Styled and Sold Home Staging in New York. “With so many people beginning their search for a home on the Internet today, your home and listing photos must stand out from your competition. Color is one very simple way to do this.” Added Eric Brown, one of the authors of House Selling for Dummies: “Painting your house’s exterior before you put it on the market will give the biggest bang for your fix-up buck, as long as you are using colors that conform to the neighborhood’s decorating norm.” Colors affect human beings in many ways, and by using the principles of color psychology, you can
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make your home stand out from the competition, sell more quickly, and at a higher price. In short, the stimulus and effect of colors normally cross cultures. Blues will feel cool, reds and oranges feel warm. Deeper shades of color imply intimacy and serenity. Your home’s exterior color is the first thing most potential homebuyers see when they drive up or inspect the property on the Web. The correct color may be the most powerful and cost effective design tool at your disposal. What is “correct” these days? Brown’s research shows that homes painted in pale yellows with cream or beige accents have sold fastest during the past few years. In general, lighter colors are favored for exterior as they make the property seem larger. Conversely, painting your sideboards with a darker color will make the house seem smaller, though dark colors can draw more attention to home’s details. For those painting an older home, you may want to consider historical accuracy, as this could be a big selling point as well. When choosing interior colors for the home, consider the purpose of each room. Kitchen and dining areas painted
in “food colors” such as coffee browns, celery greens and scrambled-egg yellows will make the rooms feel more natural. Hallways are a great place to bring in the exterior colors for overall harmony. According to Jeanette Fisher’s book Joy to the Home: Secrets of Interior Design Psychology, since, deeper shades of color imply intimacy and serenity, she recommends painting master bedrooms a medium shade of green or blue for warm selling seasons, and rouge red for cooler weather. Other bedrooms can be painted in creamy tones of green, blue, or a pale shell pink. For your bedroom and bathroom, cool colors can form a relaxing atmosphere with paint. Consider shades of blue, green or even lavender. Of course, common sense should help you with any color choices. You need to match other things in your home and keep a comfortable environment as well.
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Wishing You and Yours Happy New Year 2012 Joanne Padgett Broker in Charge CRS/GRI
From Indiana, attended Ball State University. Has been in Real Estate in Pinehurst for 20 years..
Pete Garner Associate Broker
Masters Degree from Appalachian State University and is a former teacher and coach. Pete is a Sandhills native, very knowledgeable had has been in Real Estate for 28 years.
Elizabeth Childers Associate Broker
Past President Pinehurst Southern Pines Board of Realtors. Realtor of the Year 1996. Holds CRS/ GRI. Native of North Carolina. Knowledgeable of all Moore County. Twenty-three years in Real Estate
Harwell Stovall Associate Broker
From Atlanta, Georgia. Graduated from the University of Florida. Worked for many years for Coca Cola Co. Owned his own Real Estate company and has been in Real Estate for 37 years.
Ann Benton Associate Broker
Native of Illinois, has lived in the Sandhills for 25 years. Twelve years of Real Estate experience in Moore County. Previously worked in the Travel Industry. Holds GRI/ABR/RSS.
Joe Violette Associate Broker BS Degree in Business Administration from Salem State University in Mass. Moved to Pinehurst in 1989, and formerly owned a Real Estate agency. Twenty-one years of Real Estate experience.
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Past President of Botanical Moore County Garden Club. Holds GRI/ABR/ RRS. Native of Hersey, PA, Knowledge in all areas of Moore County. Fourteen years of Real Estate experience.
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