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2010 Polar Plunge for Special Olympics at Carolina Beach

February 20, 2010; the morning started off rather cool, but by mid afternoon with the sun shining down the air temperature had reached into the mid 50’s. That was a good thing, since the ocean temperature was in the low 40’s and I was about to jump in, burr. It was time for me to take “The Polar Plunge” for a third year in a row. The plunge has been held for the past six years to benefit Special... [Read more...]

North Carolina’s growing population

North Carolina is rated as one of the top 5 states to retire in for active adults by TopRetirements.com.  A recent analysis by the AP  seems to bear this out. Using IRS data, the report shows North Carolina was second behind Texas as the largest gainers in households for 2007 – 2008, with a gain of 40,995 households. Where did they come from? According to the analysis the biggest gains came from... [Read more...]

February’s Home Buyer Seminar – 02/23/10

Join us for an informative Home Buyer Seminar Saturday, February 23, 2010 at The Sleep Inn in Wilmington. With a large number of homes for sale, low interest rates that will not last and tax credits for new and existing home buyers being offered until April 30, 2010, there is no time like now to buy. Attend this free seminar to learn: • How much house can you afford and why it is probably more than... [Read more...]

Closing Costs Explained

If you have never purchased a home before you probably have heard of closing costs but you are not sure what they really are. As a buyer, most of your closing costs are going to be associated with the costs of financing your purchase. The total of your closing costs will vary depending on the home you buy, where you are buying your home and the type of financing you obtain. Your agent can offer you... [Read more...]

Military And Certain Federal Employees Get An Extra Year For The Homebuyer Credit

If you’re a member of the military and recently purchased a new home, you may be eligible to take advantage of extra tax benefits available to members of the US Armed Forces. This video has all the details. Go directly to the IRS website and read the article titled “First-Time Homebuyer Credit: Members of the Military and Certain Other Federal Employees”

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