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720 Azalea Drive is the premier lakefront location with an expansive Southern vista. 3 BR/3.5 BA with 4154 sq ft built in 1996. $799,000 Features include: Dock, mahogany wrap around deck, two living areas, two fireplaces, hardwood floors and beautiful finishes throughout. Virtual Tour at www.clarkpropertiesnc.com

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138781 135 E MASSACHUSETTS, SO. PINES, DIR.: One Block East on Massachusetts from Broad Street. Quaint Cottage, 3BR/1Full & 2 Half Baths. $350,000 Jim Saunders 910.315.1000 910.692.2635

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137918 40 HARLOW RD, PINEHURST, DIR.: From McDonald Rd; R Donald Ross; R Harlow; House on R. All brick home, 3BR/2.5BA. $339,000 Eva Toney 910.638.0972 910.295.5504

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3BR/2BA brick ranch with plenty of space. Convenient yet private location. Oversized low maintenance yard. New hardwood floors in entryway & bedrooms. 112 Dorset $234,500

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Cozy little bungalow in the quiet and peaceful quaint little town of Pinebluff. Great second home or retirement home! Had 2 bedrooms made into one large bedroom. The kitchen was made bigger and better with center island. It has a formal Living Room and a Den/Family Room also. Great yards on this large lot. Screened in front porch for a great retreat. Has an outbuilding for storage and a one car garage. Stick built home and no foreclosure. Great potential at a great price. Will be sold AS IS!

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

September 7-10, 2010 Gale V. Flament Et al. to Avlok Enterprises LLC, Lot 10 Lake Longleaf Seven Lakes, Mineral Springs Township, $120,000. Nancy H. Walden to Bradley J. and Danielle A. Roback, 6.27 acres, McNeill Township, $75,000. Lorenso L. Sena to Victor and Amanda Pimentel, Lot 435 U12 P2 Pinehurst, Mineral Springs Township, $212,000. G. Ryan Hefner Et al. to Joseph H. Simcik, Cove Villas Unit 153 PII S1A Woodlake, Little River Township, $153,000.

Quality Built Homes Incorproated to Noam Pasha, Lot 37 Westlake Pointe, $80,000. C. Michael and Karen L. Mazzei to Michael S. Dooda, Lot 57 Kensington Village, Sandhills Township, $146,000. H&H Homes of Fayetteville LLC to Mallory E. Dotson, Lot 16 Sinclair Little River Township, $231,500. Glenn G. and Marianne Taylor to Page Hill LLC, 1.68 acres, Sandhills Township, $1,000,000. Patricia E. White and Dawson & Albritton PA to Branch Banking and Trust Company, Trustees Deed B3295/495 2.51 acres, McNeill Township, 10 SP 145 $53,000. IRIE Corp to Justin Ciaramitaro and June M. Lietz, Tract, McNeill Township, $260,000.

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C. Wayne and Mary L. Matthews to Craig W. and Amy R. Goodnight, 22.10 acres, McNeill Township, $205,000. Charles A. and Louise H. Plumb to Harrelson Family Trust UA Dated 3 17 98 and Harrelson Family Trust, Lot 49 S7 Woodlake Little River Township, $420,000. Anne C. Fohs Et al. to Lisa L. Wilkins, Lot 177B S6 ADD 2 Whispering Pines, McNeill Township, $159,500. Champion Ridge LLC to Laura B. Bachtell, Unit 150 Champions Ridge, McNeill Township, $425,000. Seven Lakes Self Storage LLC to MVR LLC, Lot 134 138 Seven Lakes Villages, Mineral Springs Township, $750,000.

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Kitchen Design Trends

Even as homebuyers look to downsize their homes, kitchens are taking up a larger percentage of the overall floor plan. Once-popular home theaters and dining rooms are making way for larger kitchen, according to design experts with General Electric. “The kitchen has become the new living space, and it’s expanding in both size and comfort to accommodate everyday life and entertaining,” says Marc Hottenroth, manager of GE Appliance’s Industrial Design Organization. “The attention to detail that once went into the selection of the leather sofa, plasma TV and Oriental rug in the family room is now going into the selection of appliances, countertops and accent lighting.” Kitchen islands and dedicated work spaces for special hobbies, such as wine tasting or baking, continue to grow in popularity. Homeowners are creating custom work spaces with under-counter

refrigerator drawer and wine refrigerators. For busy families that want faster cooing and easier clean-up, induction cooktop stoves are a popular choice. Induction stoves boil water faster than gas or electric cooktops, and spills are easier to clean because they don’t cook onto the stovetop. Stainless steel is still the finish of choice for appliances, but homeowners are choosing more energy-efficient models. Another design trend for 2010 is the creative use of lighting, such as combining overhead can lighting with accent lights to highlight design elements. Whether it’s adding a custom work space, highlighting design elements with light or creating comfortable living spaces within the kitchen, homeowners are finding creative ways to design the kitchen to suit their day-to-day needs.

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MOORE COUNTY HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION

By Jarrett Deerwester Moore County Home Builders Association President

The Tax Advantages of Homeownership

Owning your own home can be a very rewarding experience — especially when tax time rolls around. Three tax items in particular — the mortgage interest deduction, the property tax deduction and the capital gains exclusion — can provide significant financial benefits to home owners on April 15th – tax day. Mortgage Interest Deduction The interest you pay as part of your mortgage payment is deductible on your federal tax return and may also be on your state income tax return depending on where you live. This deduction applies to first and second mortgages, up $1 million of mortgage debt. Your lender should provide you with one or more IRS

Form 1098s, which will provide the amount you may claim on your tax return. To benefit from this deduction you must itemize your deductions using a Schedule A Form. You may also deduct the interest on money you borrow against your home to finance housing or non housing-related expenses. An example is a home equity loan, which many home owners use to remodel their home, pay off credit card bills, buy a car, finance a vacation or pay for educational expenses. Property Tax Deduction State and local taxes paid on the assessed value of the home are

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Inspect your fences and gates to ensure safety and security THE PILOT — SOUTHERN PINES, N.C.

(ARA) - Fencing around the home is vulnerable to weatherrelated, accidental or intentional damage. Rain hastens rust, and ground freezing and thawing or high winds can affect gate alignment. Children swinging on gates and animals trying to get through the fence also take a toll. Now's the time to inspect fencing, gates and gate hardware around your property to ensure all are in good working condition. Rusty metal hinges and latches or gate misalignment can lead to gates that no longer close securely. These conditions can be dangerous or even deadly if ignored. Fences with gates in good working order -especially those that

are self-closing and self-latching -- can protect your home and property from unwanted intruders. Fences protect children from danger -whether they're designed to keep toddlers out of swimming pools or to keep them in the yard, away from busy traffic. Fences can help keep your own pets in your yard, and other animals out. They can also reduce homeowners' liability. Even if your fence has been erected primarily to define your property line, it's ineffective if access gates don't close or latch properly after opening. When was the last time you checked each gate around your property? Selecting the right gate hardware can easily correct most

gate closure problems. Innovative gate hinges and latches by D&D Technologies are made of super strong engineering polymers that will not rust, are adjustable, self-lubricating and include high-grade stainless steel mounting hardware. They require little or no maintenance over the years and are backed by a limited lifetime warranty. Updating your gates so that they are selfclosing and self-latching, improving their security and overall look, can be done in just a few minutes with these unique products. Most D&D latches feature built-in key locks, which eliminate the hassles and extra cost of a separate padlock or pullstring. The company's

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TruClose hinges have a built-in self-closing spring that is tension adjustable for different gate weights with a twist of a screwdriver and eliminates those dangerous and unsightly external springs. "In our research, we found that when homeowners consider their fencing needs, rusty metal gate hardware that no longer functions properly was their No. 1 concern," says D&D Technologies' Senior Vice President Jim Paterson. "Most homeowners are not aware that rust-free and adjustable gate hardware, such as the hinges and latches we offer, are available." If you have a pool, spa or want to prevent children from opening any gate, the MagnaLatch is specifically designed for these situations. First sold in the U.S. in 1994, MagnaLatch is the No. 1 selling child safety gate latch in the world, having sold more than 1 million latches worldwide. It meets most pool barrier codes and is en-

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dorsed by many safety experts. "An important fall home improvement project should be ensuring that your fences and gates are functioning properly and are protected from rust, a destructive force that can render gate hardware useless," says Paterson. "Common gravity latches are inexpensive and function fine when new. However, as soon as rust sets in, these latches no longer close without manual assistance." Paterson notes that rust-free gate hardware by D&D Technologies is now available under the Stanley or National Hardware brand through select Lowe's stores or on-line at www.lowes.com, and through other hardware retailers. The hinges and latches are simple to install and most models offer vertical and horizontal adjustment to correct gate misalignment caused by ground movement, children swinging on gates, or other factors. "For the fencing it-

self, rust can present greater challenges," Paterson says. "Steel fences and gates, if not protected with an effective sealant such as powder coating, must be periodically repainted with rust-resistant paint to prevent weather-related damage. Be sure to remove existing rust before painting, and use a rust-preventive primer. For wood fences, use paint specifically designed for fencing. "Aluminum, vinyl or wood fencing can protect against rust on the fence itself," Paterson continues, "but the hardware must still be rust-free and adjustable to ensure the gate will be in working order. A quick inspection, and if needed, the minutes spent installing new gate hardware, can help protect your family and property, increasing security and decreasing liability." See www.ddtechglobal.com, e-mail info@ddtechusa.com or call (800) 716-0888, ext. 292 for details. Courtesy of ARAcontent

A guide to getting rid of clutter in your home

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(ARA) - You're feeling like the walls are closing in. You're not a hoarder, but you just have too much stuff. It's not that difficult to change your ways. If you want to take control of clutter, get a few boxes, one for each room in your home. Start by organizing one room at a time. Begin this initiative by removing everything on top of your cabinets, tables and in bookcases and place it all in a box, says Keith McCleary, academic director of Interior Design at The Art Institute of York - Pennsylvania. If there are other random accessories in the room, remove them as well. Keep just the basic furnishings. Now sit with the room in its simplest form for awhile. "In room design, make good decisions about what you choose to put in the room and, often more importantly, in what you choose to leave out," McCleary says. "Simplicity and clean lines make a room feel livable and that's what it's really all about: comfortable living." Think about the kind of focal point you're trying to create. How should you orchestrate this space and show off your spe-

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cial pieces in terms of size, scale, color and texture? After a day or two has passed, go back to the box and look for items that define your personality, or will be noticed by guests visiting your home. "Ask yourself: when is enough, enough?" says McCleary. "Each piece of furniture in the room can function to complement. Accessories and works of art should contrast." When you look at your well-designed room, you should see positive elements, as well as appreciate negative space by removing unnecessary pieces that don't add to the design composition. Interior design students at The Art Institute of York Pennsylvania are taught to help their clients step back and ask themselves: Is it finished now? You can err when you go shopping and purchase nice pieces for your home, because before long you begin to accumulate too many of those nice things. Much of what you have is stuff you don't need or want. It might be time to share those boxes, which are full of stuff you haven't

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missed in years, with your local Goodwill. Sometimes, you might think you have to keep memorabilia or outdated gifts from Aunt Ethel in your home all the time. "Not so," says McCleary. "It's perfectly acceptable to remove those items when you do your box exercise." If you get a call from auntie who's planning a visit, head to the attic and put those old Beanie Babies she gave you when you were a fanatical collector decades ago on a shelf in your den, temporarily. She'll be happy for the gesture. When she leaves, feel free to replace them in the box of memories until her next visit. After you complete this exercise in each room in your home, you'll notice that the clutter has disappeared. Now you can recognize how attractive the remaining items are in that same space. This initiative takes determination and focus, but when you've completed the exercise, your focus can be on the lovely space you've recreated. To learn more about The Art Institutes schools, visit www.artinstitutes.edu/nz. Courtesy of ARAcontent

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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)

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RARE OPPORTUNITY! 19.8 acres adjacent to the Pinehurst No. 8 golf course. 2200 sq. ft. brick home with a detached 1 bedroom apartment and detached 30x24 garage & workshop. 3BR/2.5BA $425,000 (136910)

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)

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)

PRIVACY FROM EVERY ANGLE of this custom two story home. Cherry cabinets, granite counter tops. Coffered ceiling in Dining Room. Master and Guest Rm/Office on main floor. Open floor plan. Landscaping, stone wall/patio, irrigation in 2008. 5BR/3BA $389,000 (136732

IMMACULATE, move-in ready condition. Open & spacious. Third bedroom currently used as an Office w/ custom built-ins. Tile countertops in Kitchen. Jetted tub in Master Bath. Private deck off of Kitchen & Living Rm. 3BR/2BA $259,900 (138195)

VICTORIAN in Carthage listed on the National Historic Register. Property is zoned commercial and has been operating as a Bed & Breakfast. Wiring and plumbing have been updated. Formal Garden enclosed with brick walls. Heart of Pine floors and exterior siding. 6BR/4.5BA $295,000 (139814)

RARE FIND IN WEYMOUTH HEIGHT, Hardwood/parquet floors throughout. Kitchen w/breakfast area. Carolina Room, wine cellar. One wing could be apartment for in-law or teenager. In-ground pool. Separate workshop. 5BR/5BA $539,000 (138346)

NICE HOME conveniently located to the Unit 1 pool and Village. Large rooms with many upgrades. Newer roof, heat pump and appliances. Large read deck with private backyard. PCC membership available for transfer. 3BR/2.5BA $243,000 (139803)

GREAT VALUE! Well maintained. Split bedroom plan. Hardwood floors in Living & Dining Rms. PCC membership available for transfer. 3BR/2.5BA $198,000 (137180)

TAKE A LOOK AT THIS ONE! Nicely furnished and in great condition. 6x16 classed in porch that can be used as a screen porch. Washer/dryer. Third fairway of PCC Course No. 5. PCC membership available for transfer. 2BR/2BA $146,500 (135901)

GREAT KITCHEN cooks will love with granite countertops, a double/oven with convection, room for an island, and space to eat and entertain. Cathedral ceiling in Living Room with fireplace and hardwood floors. Private back yard and upscale landscaping. 3BR/2BA $239,900 (139237)

GREAT VIEW the 2nd green of PCC Course No. 5. Fully furnished and in good conditions. Pinehurst Country Club transfer fee of $12,000 is included in an acceptable purchase price. 2BR/2BA $149,900 (133394)

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CUSTOM QUALITY Whispering Pines home by Violette Brothers Construction. Bright and open floor plan with split bedrooms, vaulted ceilings, fireplace, hardwood floors. Beautiful Kitchen and Master Suite. Screened porch. 3BR/2BA $295,000 (138667)

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