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		<title>Condo – Sea Trail/Sunset Beach</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2011 14:30:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gary</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ready for some golf? Then you need to see this top floor 2 bedroom condominium at the renowned Sea Trail Plantation at Sunset Beach. It has terrific views of the Jones Byrd #9 fairway and is fully furnished and nicely appointed. You can enjoy all of the amenities of Sea Trail Plantation such as swimming, [...]]]></description>
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<p>Ready for some golf? Then you need to see this top floor 2 bedroom condominium at the renowned Sea Trail Plantation at Sunset Beach.</p>
<p>It has terrific views of the Jones Byrd #9 fairway and is fully furnished and nicely appointed.</p>
<p>You can enjoy all of the amenities of Sea Trail Plantation such as swimming, tennis and use of the fitness center.</p>
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<div><strong>Sugar Mill 130 Unit 3 <strong>Great new price! $184,000</strong><br />
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<p><strong><a href="http://calabashtown.com/?attachment_id=3175" rel="attachment wp-att-3175" target="_blank"><img class="alignleft" title="marthaNoText-copy-21" src="http://sunsetnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/marthaNoText-copy-21.png" alt="" width="300" height="201" /></a></strong>Let me show you this beautiful home as well as any other MLS listing at Ocean Isle Beach, Sunset Beach, Holden Beach, Oak Island, Bald Head Island or the mainland golf areas and Shallotte!</p>
<p><strong>As an Accredited Buyer Representative Martha Pope can furnish information and represent you with regard to any properties in the Multiple Listing Service.</strong></p>
<p><strong>For more information on this or any other property anywhere in the area please contact Martha: <a href="mailto:martha@pope-realestate.com">martha@pope-realestate.com</a>.</strong></p>
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		<title>Carolina Shores</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:08:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gary</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Beautiful home on cul-de-sac that is basically flip flop ready. Many upgrades include: air ducts cleaned and replaced fall of 2011, top of the line exhaust over gas oven, wood floors in foyer, LR and DR. Double doors in DR open to Carolina Room, which has its own heat/air system, which is adjacent to rear [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong></strong><a href="http://calabashtown.com/carolina-shores/6619771-300x166-2/" rel="attachment wp-att-1307"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1307" title="6619771-300x166" src="http://calabashtown.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/6619771-300x1661.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="166" /></a>Beautiful home on cul-de-sac that is basically flip flop ready. Many upgrades include: air ducts cleaned and replaced fall of 2011, top of the line exhaust over gas oven, wood floors in foyer, LR and DR.</p>
<p>Double doors in DR open to Carolina Room, which has its own heat/air system, which is adjacent to rear screened porch. Extra storage can be found past laundry room — steps go to large area over garage–no pull down ladder in this home!</p>
<p>Master bath features a gorgeous jetted tub which also features music and lights for all your spa delights! Cathedral ceilings in LR and DR with accent lights make this a beautiful home to enjoy! Split BR floor plan, beautiful glass door on laundry room. All appliances convey with home. Pack your suit case and come on down!</p>
<p><strong>27 Bayberry Circle – Carolina Shores   $230,000</strong></p>
<p><strong><a href="http://calabashtown.com/?attachment_id=3175" rel="attachment wp-att-3175" target="_blank"><img class="alignleft" title="marthaNoText-copy-21" src="http://sunsetnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/marthaNoText-copy-21.png" alt="" width="300" height="201" /></a></strong>Let me show you this beautiful home as well as any other MLS listing at Ocean Isle Beach, Sunset Beach, Holden Beach, Oak Island, Bald Head Island or the mainland golf areas and Shallotte!</p>
<p><strong>As an Accredited Buyer Representative Martha Pope can furnish information and represent you with regard to any properties in the Multiple Listing Service.</strong></p>
<p><strong>For more information on this or any other property anywhere in the area please contact Martha: <a href="mailto:martha@pope-realestate.com">martha@pope-realestate.com</a>.</strong></p>
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		<title>430 Kershaw St</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:06:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gary</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Beautiful home located in Ocean Side Place. Split floor plan with master bedroom on 1st floor. Bonus room could be used as fourth bedroom. Screen porch and deck! . 430 Kershaw St NW Calabash, NC 28467 $169,900 &#160; Let me show you this beautiful home as well as any other MLS listing at Ocean Isle [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong><a href="http://calabashtown.com/430-kershaw-st/6610821-300x225-2/" rel="attachment wp-att-1298"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1298" title="6610821-300x225" src="http://calabashtown.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/6610821-300x2251.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></a></strong>Beautiful home located in Ocean Side Place. Split floor plan with master bedroom on 1st floor. Bonus room could be used as fourth bedroom. Screen porch and deck!</p>
<p>. <strong>430 Kershaw St NW Calabash, NC 28467</strong></p>
<p><strong>$169,900</strong></p>
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<p><strong><a href="http://calabashtown.com/?attachment_id=3175" rel="attachment wp-att-3175" target="_blank"><img class="alignleft" title="marthaNoText-copy-21" src="http://sunsetnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/marthaNoText-copy-21.png" alt="" width="300" height="201" /></a></strong>Let me show you this beautiful home as well as any other MLS listing at Ocean Isle Beach, Sunset Beach, Holden Beach, Oak Island, Bald Head Island or the mainland golf areas and Shallotte!</p>
<p><strong>As an Accredited Buyer Representative Martha Pope can furnish information and represent you with regard to any properties in the Multiple Listing Service.</strong></p>
<p><strong>For more information on this or any other property anywhere in the area please contact Martha: <a href="mailto:martha@pope-realestate.com">martha@pope-realestate.com</a>.</strong></p>
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		<title>Saltaire Village</title>
		<link>http://calabashtown.com/460-sw-deerpath-%e2%80%93-saltaire-village/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:01:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gary</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[As you approach this well maintained home you will realize that the entire outside of the house has just been painted. The spacious driveway and carport can handle parking for 5 cars. Beautiful updated kitchen with tile backsplash and flooring, specialty countertops made of crushed granite and resin in charcoal gray highlight the white cabinetry [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://calabashtown.com/460-sw-deerpath-%e2%80%93-saltaire-village/6614451-300x224-2/" rel="attachment wp-att-1293"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1293" title="6614451-300x224" src="http://calabashtown.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/6614451-300x2241.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="224" /></a>As you approach this well maintained home you will realize that the entire outside of the house has just been painted. The spacious driveway and carport can handle parking for 5 cars.</p>
<p>Beautiful updated kitchen with tile backsplash and flooring, specialty countertops made of crushed granite and resin in charcoal gray highlight the white cabinetry with beadboard accents.</p>
<p>Right off the kitchen enjoy your fully enclosed three season room and outdoor deck. This house boasts two nice size bedrooms along with a double glass door entry into a den/office/ third bedroom.</p>
<p>Your fabulous location, clubhouse, outdoor pool and bocce court. Golf and fabulous beaches surround you. Come live the life North Carolina offers you.</p>
<p>By the way did I mention that this all sits on a well manicured corner lot with lots of windows that have been treated with a protective film for extra safety. This home is ready for sale don’t delay</p>
<p><strong> 460 SW Deerpath – Saltaire Village  $133,000</strong></p>
<p><strong><a href="http://calabashtown.com/?attachment_id=3175" rel="attachment wp-att-3175" target="_blank"><img class="alignleft" title="marthaNoText-copy-21" src="http://sunsetnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/marthaNoText-copy-21.png" alt="" width="300" height="201" /></a></strong>Let me show you this beautiful home as well as any other MLS listing at Ocean Isle Beach, Sunset Beach, Holden Beach, Oak Island, Bald Head Island or the mainland golf areas and Shallotte!</p>
<p><strong>As an Accredited Buyer Representative Martha Pope can furnish information and represent you with regard to any properties in the Multiple Listing Service.</strong></p>
<p><strong>For more information on this or any other property anywhere in the area please contact Martha: <a href="mailto:martha@pope-realestate.com">martha@pope-realestate.com</a>.</strong></p>
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		<title>All About Foreclosures</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Nov 2010 21:52:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gary</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[You can purchase property at a great discount through a Bank Owned or REO Foreclosure. When a foreclosing lender takes a property back it passes the property on to its REO (Real Estate Owned) department which arranges to sell the property. Buying a bank owned property can be a complex purchase but an Accredited Real [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://pope-realestate.com/" target="_blank"><img class="size-medium wp-image-1386 alignleft" title="foreclosure-sign" src="http://coastalnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/foreclosure-sign-300x199.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="199" /></a>You can purchase property at a great discount through a Bank Owned or REO Foreclosure. When a  foreclosing lender takes a property back it passes the property on to its REO (Real Estate Owned) department which arranges to sell the property.</p>
<p>Buying a bank owned property can be a complex purchase but  an <a href="http://pope-realestate.com/" target="_blank">Accredited Real Estate Buyer&#8217;s Agent</a> can put their years of  experience to work to help you navigate the process and to negotiate the best bargain you can  &#8211; keeping your financial circumstances and the worth of the property in  mind.</p>
<p>Here are some of the advantages and disadvantages of purchasing a REO/Bank Owned property:</p>
<p><strong>Some Advantages</strong></p>
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<li>You can take your time deciding as there is no mandatory fixed time limit as there is in an auction.</li>
<li>You will have an opportunity to really get a good look at the property to ascertain its condition  and what repairs and maintenance may need to be done.</li>
<li>The bank makes the arrangements to evict the former owners so there is no inconvenience or awkwardness for the buyer.</li>
<li>Liens on the property aren&#8217;t a factor because the bank itself takes care of that.</li>
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<p><strong>Some Disadvantages</strong></p>
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<li>A Bank/REO Owned property may be more expensive to purchase than one that is acquired during the pre-foreclosure phase. Even though the property is unsold, it is still unlikely that a bank will sell it at rock bottom prices. Sometimes the price fixed by the bank is more than the market value of the property. Your <a href="http://pope-realestate.com/" target="_blank">Accredited Real Estate Buyer&#8217;s Agent</a> can best advise you on the property&#8217;s value as an opportunity.</li>
<li>In many cases a bank will want to dispose off the property in an as-is condition. To protect yourself from having any nasty surprises your a good <a href="http://pope-realestate.com/" target="_blank">Accredited Real Estate Buyer&#8217;s Agent</a> will put in an &#8216;inspection contingency&#8217; condition. This is to give you the right to inspect the property and rescind your offer if the property is fails to measure up to.</li>
<li>Banks are not required to issue a Property Condition Disclosure Statement. However, if a qualified, <a href="http://pope-realestate.com/" target="_blank">Accredited Real Estate Buyer&#8217;s Agent</a> is involved, he/she will provide a Property Condition Disclosure Statement to you.</li>
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<p>In purchasing a Bank Owned/REO property you will have to make your offer to the bank. Even though the auction was not successful the bank is still going to attempt to get the best price they can. When you make an offer, the bank will counter your offer with one that is generally higher than your offer. You will want to settle on a maximum price you are willing to offer and then make a final offer. Thereafter it will be put submitted for the bank&#8217;s approval after which a decision will be taken.</p>
<p><a href="http://pope-realestate.com/" target="_blank"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1391" title="marthaNoText-copy-21" src="http://coastalnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/marthaNoText-copy-21.png" alt="" width="300" height="201" /></a><strong>Purchasing an REO or bank owned property can be a complex purchase. As  an <a href="http://pope-realestate.com/" target="_blank">Accredited Real Estate Buyer&#8217;s Agent</a> I put my years of  experience to work to help you navigate the  process for a beneficial  outcome. I can help you to negotiate the  best bargain you can  keeping your financial circumstances and the worth  of the property in  mind.</strong></p>
<p><strong>My website <a href="http://pope-realestate.com " target="_blank">http://</a><strong><a href="http://pope-realestate.com " target="_blank">pope-realestate.com</a> </strong>contains current, frequently updated listings of all foreclosures in Brunswick County (homes &amp; land) as well as Wilmington, NC, Wrightsville Beach, NC and Carolina Beach, NC</strong></p>
<p><strong>For more information on these or any other foreclosures please contact Martha Pope:<br />
email: <a href="mailto:martha@pope-realestate.com">martha@pope-realestate.com</a><br />
phone: 910.619.7673</strong></p>
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		<title>Featured Area Property</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Feb 2010 17:52:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gary</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Oceanfront On Ocean Isle Beach! 249 W First St One-half of duplex in premier oceanfront location on west part of beach. Extra wide and extra deep lot. Completely renovated and beautifully appointed. This is your affordable way to own a gorgeous 4 BR/4 bath oceanfront home and share 50% of the expenses. Listed with Pope [...]]]></description>
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<p><strong>Oceanfront On Ocean Isle Beach! 249 W First St</strong></p>
<p>One-half of duplex in premier oceanfront location on west part of beach. Extra wide and extra deep lot.</p>
<p>Completely renovated and beautifully appointed. This is your affordable way to own a gorgeous 4 BR/4 bath oceanfront home and share 50% of the expenses.<span id="more-428"></span></p>
<p>Listed with <a href="http://pope-realestate.com" target="_blank">Pope Real Estate</a> &#8211; Ocean Isle Beach 800.707.4402</p>
<p>Rock on the deck or sit out on the extra large gazebo at top of dune and watch the dolphins swim by! Has terrific rental income. This is a must-see and is priced to sell.</p>
<p>Let Martha Pope show you this beautiful oceanfront home at Ocean Isle Beach as well as any other MLS listing at Sunset Beach, Holden Beach, Oak Island, Bald Head Island or the mainland golf areas and Shallotte!</p>
<p>This beautiful oceanfront home is situated on a 0.373 acre lot. Its a great rental!</p>
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<p>As an Accreditied Buyer Representative I can  furnish information and represent you with regard to any properties in the Multiple Listing Service.</p>
<p>For more information on this or any other property anywhere in the area please contact me <a href="mailto:martha@pope-realestate.com">martha@pope-realestate.com</a>.</p>
<p>Directions Cross OIB bridge onto Island. Turn right (west) at pier and continue down W First Street to #249 on left. Sign on property.</p>
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		<title>Featured Calabash Home</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2009 13:28:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gary</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Completely remodeled by English craftsman attention to every detail has been given in the restoration of this beautiful 1-1/2 story home. Close to Sunset Beach NC and Ocean Isle Beach NC. The features of this home in Calabash NC include vaulted ceilings, exquisite tile, solid wood doors, new oak &#38; granite kitchen with a modern [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://calabashtown.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/632382_01.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-170 alignleft" title="632382_01" src="http://calabashtown.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/632382_01.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="188" /></a>Completely remodeled by English craftsman attention to every detail has been given in the restoration of this beautiful 1-1/2 story home.</p>
<p>Close to Sunset Beach NC and Ocean Isle Beach NC. The features of this home in Calabash NC include vaulted ceilings, exquisite tile, solid wood doors, new oak &amp; granite kitchen with a modern flair, remodeled baths, &amp; newly refinished hardwood floors.</p>
<p>This home blends old world charm with modern convenience and taste.</p>
<p><a href="http://calabashtown.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/632382_02.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-171" title="632382_02" src="http://calabashtown.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/632382_02-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></a><a href="http://pope-realestate.com/" target="_blank"><img class="size-full wp-image-157 alignleft" style="margin: 0px;" title="martha-copy" src="http://thewindsbeachclub.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/martha-copy.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></a>The interior of the home is stunning, including a sunken sunroom w/shimmering stone floor. All for only $179,900.</p>
<p>As an Accredited Buyer Representative I can furnish any information about and help you in the purchase of any property in our local Multiple Listing Service.</p>
<p>For more info on this or any other property anywhere in the area please contact me at <a href="mailto:martha@pope-realestate.com">martha@pope-realestate.com</a>.</p>
<p>I would love to help you!</p>
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<p><em>By Martha Pope &#8211; Accredited Buyers Representative</em> <em>of the National </em><em>Association of Realtors</em></p>
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		<title>Buying Real Estate At The Beach</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 20:41:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gary</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[By Martha Pope &#8211; Accredited Buyers Representative of the National Association of Realtors This beautiful coastal and golf area is and always has been an incredible and fun place to vacation and it is also a terrific environment in which to own property. Whether you envision a second home on the Island or at one [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://pope-realestate.com/" target="_blank"><img class="size-full wp-image-157" style="margin: 10px;" title="martha-copy" src="http://thewindsbeachclub.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/martha-copy.jpg" alt="" width="288" height="207" /></a><em>By Martha Pope &#8211; Accredited Buyers Representative</em> <em>of the National </em><em>Association of Realtors</em><span id="more-96"></span></p>
<p>This beautiful coastal and golf area is and always has been an incredible and fun place to vacation and it is also a terrific environment in which to own property. Whether you envision a second home on the Island or at one of the area signature golf courses, the fun factor and the investment potential for you remains strong.</p>
<p>You might be amazed at the rental income one of these homes can generate while you get to vacation here also.</p>
<p>Some of you may have witnessed drops in your own home equity values or may be nervous because you have heard so much, for so long, about soft real estate markets – and you are understandably concerned.</p>
<p>While the market here has slowed somewhat it has held up much better than in other areas of the country. What this means is that as the economy improves nationwide the market in this area is apt to rebound much quicker. This could mean a great opportunity for those looking for a great investment.</p>
<p>Knowing the market where you plan to buy and determining the true value of any property under consideration (based on past sales and not necessarily the current asking price) will assure that you make the right decision and make your purchase at the right price.</p>
<p>Selling real estate at Ocean Isle Beach and this entire gorgeous area for the last almost 30 years has just been a wonderful life and I am truly grateful to have ended up here! If you are looking to invest in real estate in this area I would love to sit down with you and share my knowledge and expertise as an Accredited Buyer Representative of the National Association of Realtors with you.</p>
<p>We can discuss the boundaries of the market, locate the best property for you, purchase it at the best price possible, and finally help you put the correct financing in place by relentless comparison shopping!</p>
<p>At your leisure I invite you to visit my website at <a href="http://www.pope-realestate.com" target="_blank">pope-realestate.com</a> and click on the local MLS logo to check out what’s for sale currently. I welcome any questions or requests at any time!</p>
<p><em>By Martha Pope &#8211; Accredited Buyers Representative of the National Association of Realtors.</em> If I can help answer any questions, furnish further information or assist in any way please contact me at my website: <a href="http://pope-realestate.com" target="_blank">pope-realestate.com</a></p>
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		<title>The Time is Now For Real Estate</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 20:38:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gary</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A coach and speaker at the NAR (National Association of Realtors) Convention by the name of Rich Levin has absolutely hit the nail on the head! He says &#8220;THE TIME IS NOW FOR REAL ESTATE&#8221; and he is 100% correct. All of the factors are lining up for the next 6 to 12 months to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://pope-realestate.com/" target="_blank"><img class="size-full wp-image-157" style="margin: 10px;" title="martha-copy" src="http://thewindsbeachclub.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/martha-copy.jpg" alt="" width="288" height="207" /></a>A coach and speaker at the NAR (National Association of Realtors) Convention by the name of Rich Levin has absolutely hit the nail on the head!  He says &#8220;THE TIME IS NOW FOR REAL ESTATE&#8221; and he is 100% correct.  All of the factors are lining up for the next 6 to 12 months to be that year and here&#8217;s why:</p>
<p>Interest rates are dropping below 6% on residential mortgage loans &#8211; and this is nationally.  The most likely scenario is that these mortgage loan rates will not stay this low for long so buyers would be wise to be actively looking to buy and take advantage very soon.</p>
<p>As buyers realize that it is a good time to buy (but not necessarily for sellers to sell) the demand will begin to absorb the foreclosures and short sales and then exceed supply.  Over the next year or two the additional demand may very well lead to a seller&#8217;s market, however gradual it may be.</p>
<p>The signs of this shift are occurring now &#8211; the supply of new construction and foreclosure homes are being absorbed by first time buyers, investors, and secure homeowners who are taking advantage of their financial strength.  &#8220;This Spring may be the tipping point when market activity flourishes,&#8221;  Rich says, and I believe it will.  After the first of the year mortgage money should be much more readily available from the banks.</p>
<p>He then refers to inflation as the &#8220;X factor&#8221; remembering a rapidly inflationary period.  For instance, one day you could put a quarter into the vending machine and get a Coke.  The next time it was forty cents and the next time it was fifty cents and within five years it was seventy-five cents and so on.  Your money buys less and the cost of what you buy increases.</p>
<p>If you owned real estate during this same period you were probably very happy because the property you owned also doubled in price no matter where you lived.  Who knows if we are on the verge of another inflationary surge &#8211; but if inflation does devalue our money&#8230;then real estate prices will increase (along with the price of almost all other hard goods) and this year&#8217;s buyers are going to benefit tremendously!  Regardless, it is time for buyers to get in the market!</p>
<p>At your leisure I invite you to visit my website at <a href="http://www.pope-realestate.com" target="_blank">pope-realestate.com</a> and click on the local MLS logo to check out what’s for sale currently. I welcome any questions or requests at any time!</p>
<p><em>By Martha Pope &#8211; Accredited Buyers Representative</em> <em>of the National </em><em>Association of Realtors</em>.</p>
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