Enticing The Buyer to Buy YOUR home | Wilmington NC real estate

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12 Contract Options That Entice Buyers

If you’re selling in today’s market, you want to make your house outshine the competition. Buyers are most likely to choose your house if it offers something special. Here are 12 ways to make sure you land a “Sale, Sweet Sale.”

A Spoonful Of Sugar

1. Offer a warranty.

Purchase a buyer’s home warranty to protect against future problems.

2. Help with closing costs.

Cash-poor buyers concerned more with out-of-pocket costs than monthly payments will especially appreciate this one.

3. Consider financing help.

Provide seller financing or buy down the buyer’s mortgage rate for the first year.

4. Help with utilities.

Pay some or all estimated utilities for 6 or 12 months.

5. Help with fees.

Pay a year’s condominium or homeowners association fees.

6. Pre-pay memberships.

Buy a one-year pool or community golf club membership, cable TV subscription, or other recreational activity.

7. Consider a moving allowance.

Pay the buyer’s documented moving expenses, or provide an allowance toward moving costs.

8. Treat them to window treatments.

Offer redecorating cash for new carpet or drapes.

9. Mow down any objections.

Buy a lawn-maintenance service for a year, or offer a riding mower if the lot is large.

10. Give them a dock on the bay.

If you live in a waterfront community, offer to rent a boat slip for a year.

11. Reimburse buyer the cost of points.

{short description of image}This is often a double benefit for buyers, who save both on the points themselves and on their federal taxes. The IRS now allows buyers to deduct the cost of seller-paid points as a Schedule A mortgage expense.

12. Price your home below comparable properties.

Prove your home’s good value by having an appraisal done and setting the price below the appraised amount.Call on us for more ideas of ways to make your home the sweetest one on the market. We’ll create a customized marketing program to help get your home sold in any market!

 

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Shhh…. Best Kept Secret Around | Wrightsville Beach NC Real Estate

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Please feel free to contact us with any questions or requests about Wrightsville Beach NC homes for sale or Wrightsville Beach NC real estate, or any location in the Cape Fear Region. We have lived here all our lives and can help match a neighborhood with a home and schools. I know where the best shopping is and all the main attractions. If you are looking for a second home or investment property in Wrightsville Beach, there are still real deals in the great coastal area, but you will need a real estate expert to help you. Baker Wayne and Associates are experienced real estate professional’s who has decades of home buying and selling experience in the Wrightsville Beach area. For true local and knowledgable service in the Wrightsville Beach real estate market, contact our Team today.

The breathtaking island of Wrightsville Beach stretches four miles from Masonboro inlet on the south to Mason inlet on the north. The clear waters off Wrightsville Beach often resemble those of the Caribbean. The city limits of the town of Wrightsville Beach today encompass not only the barrier island but also Harbor Island and a small portion of mainland. Most of the early visitors were fishermen and hunters traveling to the Island by boat. Already the history of Wrightsville Beach, NC was being built on an appreciation of nature and Wrightsville’s bounty. You will truly be amazed at the sunrises on the Atlantic and calming sunsets on the Intracoastal Waterway. Wrightsville Beach, NC offers boating, surfing, fishing or simply true relaxation by the water’s edge. And best of all, Wrightsville Beach is accessible by I40 or our international airport in Wilmington, just minutes away. Wrightsville Beach has it all!

 It is a great time to buy if you know where to look, as a real estate expert in the Wrightsville Beach market, we are here to help you find a great property at a great price, please contact us today for an up to date market report.

For all your Wrightsville Beach real estate needs, please give Baker Wayne and Associates a call at 910-202-3607 or email bakerwayneassociates@ec.rr.com

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Moving? Smoothing the Way for Uprooted Children | Wilmington NC real estate

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Wilmington NC real estate tips

If you’re moving with children, you may anticipate some (or a lot of) resistance. Take heart. You can make the uprooting and resettling more palatable by following a few of these suggestions: Child Packing Toys

  • Don’t jump to the conclusion that your children will, in fact, resist moving. They might surprise you and jump at the chance to make a new start. At any rate, don’t bring up the subject defensively. Deliver the news with a positive attitude.
  • If, however, the announcement causes real trauma, sympathize sincerely. Listen to the anticipated difficulties and search for solutions together.
  • Don’t disallow expression of those understandable feelings of hurt, anger and frustration. Instead, tactfully try to put a time lid on the emotional period. Let your kids know that you, too, feel sad and frustrated at times. Talk about how to deal with sadness and fear.
  • If possible, consider making your move during the school year. This will give your children a chance to make new friends immediately. Moving during the summer has advantages, too, but can proglong grieving many long, lonely months in a strange town – and increase the grieving about separation from old friends and former haunts.
  • Be as lenient as possible regarding long-distance calls to “back home.”
  • Enlist your children’s participation in the details of the move. Try to keep them from feeling they have no control over events.
  • Encourage your children to join groups, clubs and other organizations in the new location that are in line with their special interests.
  • Look for as many avenues of “adventure” as you can find to convince your children that doors are opening rather than closing. On house-hunting trips, bring back lots of photos, literature and brochures – especially about things they are concerned about. Better yet, take the children along on house-hunting trips, if possible.

Relocation can be difficult for the whole family. Let our professionals take care of the complicated details of buying or selling, while you take care of your family. E-mail us for the help you need to make family relocation a smooth move.

More TipsFor more tips on finding the right schools for your children, read our special online report, HOME SEARCH 101: Tips For Locating The Right Schools. Just click the link to read it right away. And feel free to give us a call for any other information or assistance you may need.

Baker Wayne And Associates 910-202-3607 1001 Military Cutoff Wilmington, North Carolina 28405 bakerwayneassociates@ec.rr.com www.cbbaker.com

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Kure Beach | Island Paradise | North Carolina

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Kure Beach, NC Real Estate

The small family-oriented community of Kure Beach lies at the Southern tip of Pleasure Island, just South of Wilmington, NC. It’s 1500 residents makes a very close community, because it is totally surrounded by Fort Fisher on the south side and Carolina Beach on the North side.Kure Beach has been growing in popularity in recent years. You will find nice communities such as Kure Beach Village and Beachwalk with tennis courts, pool and clubhouse. You can find all properties in Kure Beach right here.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions or requests about Kure Beach, NC homes for sale or Kure Beach NC real estate, or any location in the Cape Fear Region. We have lived here all our live and can help match a neighborhood with a home and schools. We know where the best shopping is and all the main attractions. If you are looking for a second home or investment property in Kure Beach, NC, there are still real deals in the great coastal area, but you will need a real estate expert to help you. Baker Wayne and Associates are experienced real estate professional’s who have decades of home buying and selling experience in the Kure Beach area. For true local and knowledgable service in the Kure Beach real estate market, contact the team today.

For all your Kure Beach, NC real estate questions, please call Baker Wayne and Associates at 1-800-497-7325 Ex. 3607 or email bakerwayneassociates@ec.rr.com www.cbbaker.com

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‘Little’ Household Problems Can Eventually Cost A Lot | Wilmington NC real estate

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An Ounce Of Prevention

Sometimes a $1,000 disaster can be prevented with a $4 hose. That’s the finding of many Wilmington NC homeowners who end up paying a lot for repairs that could have been prevented with just an ounce of inexpensive prevention.

One of the best places to check first is any place in your home that can be damaged by water. A survey by the American Society of Home Inspectors found that 40% of home maintenance problems are related to water. Water seeping into the basement or crawlspace, leaks from neglected washer and dishwasher hoses, and leaking pipes can leave you wet and poor.

Pay attention to the following items in your home regularly:

Water Threats
• Check for leaks from appliance hoses (washer and dishwasher), connections to the hot water heater and humidifier, outside spigots, exposed plumbing. Tighten all connections.

• After a heavy rain, check for water in attics, basements and crawlspaces. Make repairs as soon as the area is dry.

• Backed-up gutters can cause water to seep back up into the attic. The solution is simple, though: regularly remove leaves and debris from the gutter system.

Electrical System
• Check the circuit breakers about every six months.

• Check switches when lights seem to blink when the switch is touched.

• Keep wall-socket plates secure and replace broken ones.

A/C and Heating System
• Check these systems at least once a year; have them cleaned and serviced. You could save thousands in repair/replacement bills later, and improve operating efficiency thereby lowering monthly costs.

• If you have a fireplace, make sure it is professionally inspected and cleaned annually. Wood-burning fireplaces can cause creosote to build up in their chimneys–a dangerous fire hazard.

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Wilmington NC Makes Top Spot On Another List | Commercial Real Estate Top Deal Gainer in 2012

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Check out the latest release from Realtor.org and Real Capital Analytics.  The Wilmington NC real estate housing market is definately on the upswing, but add to that the Commercial Wilmington NC real estate sector.  Click on article to view.

Number 1 Top 10 Deal Gainers in 2012!

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So You Want Global Advertising When You Sell Your Home | Gotcha Covered! | Wilmington NC real estate

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 Our focus is you.  We strive to match buyers and sellers. We constantly upgrade and improve our website www.cbbaker.com to make this match a reality.  Global internet searches on our website is one way we do that. If you are selling your home, this is the latest statistics for who is searching for homes on our website for January 1 2012 – March 19 2013. These are just three of the Countries that go on our website to look for Wilmington NC real estate.  Other Countries are Australia, Mexico, India, Hong Kong, Germany, Philippines, Turkey and more. We are serious about real estate marketing and making it easier for you as a seller and a buyer.

People Searching for Wilmington NC real estate
January 1 2012   – March 19 2013
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January 1 , 2012 – March 19, 2013
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Justice 4 ALL | Free Legal Advice from North Carolina Bar Association Foundation | Wilmington NC real estate

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 The 6th Annual Justice 4 ALL day will be this Friday March 1, 2012 from 7 am – to 7pm. 

North Carolina residents may call in with any legal question they may have and they may be offered referral resources.  The NC Bar lawyers will have the phones manned with volunteers.  There are  7 call centers in NC.  These are the numbers to call for your area of the State.

N.C. residents who reside in the viewing area of the stations are encouraged to call the toll-free numbers and view coverage of the event throughout the day. Personal visits are not permitted, and calls to the call center’s normal phone numbers cannot be transferred. Asheville: (800) 289-0013; Charlotte: (866) 616-4255; Greensboro: (877) 391-6179; Greenville: (888) 616-0614; Raleigh: (800) 424-9725; Wilmington: (888) 442-3428; Spanish-Language Call Center: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., (855) 455-4255.

If you need Real Estate advice, please call us 800-497-7325-3607 or email bakerwayneassociates@ec.rr.com – please visit  www.cbbaker.com

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Buy Your Second Home Now Before Another Boomer Gets It! | Wilmington NC real estate

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You’re someone who knows the value of real estate.

Like you, our clients have seen their personal residence grow in value over the years. They know the only thing better than one valuable property is two valuable properties. The secret is timing. Knowing when to buy BEFORE demand sends prices up.

That’s exactly what experts are predicting will happen to vacation homes soon. In fact, every 7 seconds a baby boomer turns 50, and these “boomers” are beginning to influence second home demand. There has never been a better time than now to buy a second home.

As a neighborhood real estate specialist, we don’t sell beyond our market. But once we know your interests, we’d be happy personally to put you in touch with a pro in the best position to help you. Please give us a call soon. Looking forward to talking with you.

P.S. In the meantime, you can get immediate, expert advice on finding the perfect vacation home to fit you lifesytle. Click here now for our FREE e-Report, PLAY SMART: Savvy Tips On Buying A Vacation Home. You’ll be glad you did!

Start your Wilmington NC real estate search on www.cbbaker.com or on your phone at mobile.cbbaker.com

 

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January 2013 Wilmington NC real estate Statistics

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Great news for Wilmington NC real estate!  January 2013 numbers are in and the market is looking great compared to January 2012 .  All the numbers are up except Days on Market, which is a great thing.  It looks like the market is slowly climbing back up.

Total Units Sold Average Sales Price Median Sales Price Total Dollars DOM New Listings
12-Jan 263 201,377 159,950 52,962,276 160 708
13-Jan 332 211,391 168,375 70,181,671 135 911
#  Difference 69 10,014 8,425 17,219,395 -25 203
% Difference 26.24% 4.97% 5.27% 32.51% -15.63% 28.67%

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For all the stats from prior year please visit here….

To view our local real estate market, please visit www.cbbaker.com.  The market has been hot.  Homes are getting multiple offers, which is something we have not seen in awhile.  Looking forward to a healthy spring and summer.

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