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            <author>marthacook@coldwellbankerhomes.com (Martha Cook)</author>
            <title>Looking for a Short Sale Specialist in the New Bern, NC area?</title>
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As a Real Estate Professional and native of New Bern NC, I get asked many questions regarding our local market. Our market is doing very well! Our inventory is reducing and the prices are stable! One of the most frequently asked&nbsp;questions I&nbsp;receive is about short sales! I consider myself a SHORT SALE expert. I have listed and sold many short sale homes in the New Bern, NC area. Most people have heard of short sales but are not real sure what a short sale property is. 

As defined, a s... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 12:52:03 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>florence@coldwellbankerhomes.com (Florence Brewer)</author>
            <title>Buying in a Buyer's Market</title>
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When is the best time to buy a house? With many markets reporting an abundance of homes for sale, and interest rates remaining at near historic lows, now might be one of the best times in recent memory to buy a home. While buyers have the advantage in today&rsquo;s real estate market, they still need to be savvy in order to get the best deal. 

Following are some things that the professionals at Coldwell Banker Willis-Smith urge homebuyers to keep in mind: 

Don&rsquo;t Try to Time the Market: ... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 09:56:11 -0600</pubDate>
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            <author>florence@coldwellbankerhomes.com (Florence Brewer)</author>
            <title>Take in the treehouse views of this lovely home in Taberna!</title>
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On one of the few elevated lots in Taberna sits a brick home on an end of a cul-de-sac that appears to hang in mid-air, suspended in the trees, overlooking an undisturbed and protected eco-system that existed long before Taberna was even imagined.&nbsp; Bird watchers will be in their glory as feathered friends of all native species can be truly appreciated for their beauty without as much of a tilt of the head.&nbsp; 

As you enter the foyer, you eyes are immediately drawn to the outside.&nbsp;... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2011 13:23:48 -0600</pubDate>
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            <author>florence@coldwellbankerhomes.com (Florence Brewer)</author>
            <title>511 East Front Street ~ Distinctive Architecture in Historic New Bern</title>
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The grand neoclassical portico, supported by soaring Corinthian columns, is the focal point of this stately Colonial Revival style home in Historic New Bern. One cannot walk or drive by without stopping to admire this home&rsquo;s wonderfully balanced facade. Views of the Neuse River can be seen from the rocking chairs on the front porch and from the relaxing, screened side porch. 

The gracious foyer leads to all main rooms: a beautiful living room with fireplace for formal entertaining, a lar... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 17 Nov 2011 14:57:40 -0600</pubDate>
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            <author>connie@coldwellbankerhomes.com (Connie Sithens)</author>
            <title>The Times They Are a-Changin'</title>
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Historically low interest rates and rock bottom prices are bringing Buyers into the market.&nbsp;With interest rates below 5%, Buyers are thinking it can&rsquo;t get much better than this.&nbsp; And it&rsquo;s true, for first-time buyers this may be the opportunity of a lifetime.&nbsp;FHA loans require only 3.5% down and some lenders have special programs that require even less for a down payment.&nbsp;Contributions to Buyers&rsquo; closing costs are negotiated to be paid by the Seller for firs... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 13:55:09 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>florence@coldwellbankerhomes.com (Florence Brewer)</author>
            <title>Why rent when you can own with no money down and no closing costs??</title>
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Amazing!! No down payment and no closing costs for a brand new 3 bedroom 2 bath house!&nbsp; Monthly payments will be $865.&nbsp; Why rent when you can own a new home with no money down?&nbsp;3400 Richard Court in Pinecrest Estates I in New Bern qualifies for a 100% CHIP loan from BB&amp;T and the builder is paying ALL of the closing costs.&nbsp; 

Located&nbsp;on a cul-de-sac in a small, friendly neighborhood. &nbsp;Pinecrest Estates is convenient to Hwy 70E, Hwy 43 and Hwy 17. Only 25 minutes... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2011 12:47:29 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>marthacook@coldwellbankerhomes.com (Martha Cook)</author>
            <title>No Stress Here!</title>
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Surrounded by breathtaking views of the Neuse River and Downtown New Bern, NC, this newly constructed Zaytoun built home is elegantly appointed for entertaining. This home boasts an open floor plan with custom designed chef&rsquo;s kitchen; eat in breakfast area and family room with a wall of glass windows and doors to take in the views. The master bedroom is situated for privacy. There are two large walk in closets and a luxurious bath. There is an additional family room, two bedrooms and an... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 03 Jun 2011 14:11:31 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>drake@coldwellbankerhomes.com (Drake Bratton)</author>
            <title>Looking for Stress-Free Living so you can play golf all year round?</title>
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Enjoy the&nbsp;life you've been dreaming of in this maintenance-free townhome in one of North Carolina's premier golf communities located just five miles from Historic Downtown New Bern and just minutes away from the Coastal Carolina Regional Airport.&nbsp; And just 30 miles from the beach!

This amazing, three bedroom, three bath Townhome, overlooks the the 1st Fairway of the Taberna golf course and is the best value availabe.&nbsp; It features a spacious kitchen with granite countertops, hard... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 26 May 2011 13:37:19 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>leslie@leslieedwardshomes.com (Leslie Edwards)</author>
            <title>Are we really anticipating a Spring Thaw?</title>
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Ronald L. Phipps, President of the National Association of REALTORS&reg;, wrote an excellent article in the March 2011 REALTOR Magazine, titled &ldquo;Anticipating a Spring Thaw&rdquo;.&nbsp;. . .&nbsp;a spring thaw in the real estate market?&nbsp; Wouldn&rsquo;t that be wonderful?&nbsp; He states that &ldquo;These are the most challenging economic times that most of us have ever known&rdquo;.&nbsp; It has indeed been a long, cold economic winter in Real Estate.&nbsp;&nbsp; But the signs of spr... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 09 Mar 2011 15:44:35 -0600</pubDate>
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            <author>dottie.moore@coldwellbanker.com (Dottie Moore)</author>
            <title>Million Dollar View for under $300K!</title>
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Whether vacation or full-time residence, you'll find everything you want in this waterfront townhome on protected water on Smith Creek in Oriental, NC.&nbsp; Relax and enjoy the waterview from your deck, screened porch or master bedroom while the beautifully landscaped grounds are maintained for you.&nbsp; Walk out the back door to your boat slip, complete with 7,000 lb lift.&nbsp; Only minutes from the village of Oriental.&nbsp; Affordable Waterfront!&nbsp; Please contact me to view this lovel... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 14 Feb 2011 14:47:02 -0600</pubDate>
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