June 2009 
There are 377 blog entries for June 2009.
Monday Morning Coffee | June 29, 2009
Monday, June 29th, 2009 at 8:30am. 699 Views, 0 Comments.
INSPIRATION FOR TODAY:
"Learning is the fountain of youth. No matter how old you are, You mustn't stop growing." ~Taoist Meditation, Deng Ming-Dao
KEEP A YOUNG MIND!
Don't believe the phrase "You can't teach an old dog new tricks." Creativity isn't only for artists, writers, or musicians. Creativity isn't just what is represented by a canvas or a novel or a song. We can all be creative in our own way, and the most common way that we can all do this is through learning.
As long as we continue to learn and to try new things, we keep our minds fresh and young, and we engage in the act of "creating ourselves" continually. Today's world presents plenty of opportunities for learning, especially about the environment, other cultures, and technology. Technology…
Wilmington Contract vs Listings Data YTD 2009
Friday, June 26th, 2009 at 6:38pm. 148 Views, 0 Comments.
Below is a current chart of all real estate contract and new listing activity in the Wilmington area for year to date 2009. For a printable version click here.
Check This Truck Out
Thursday, June 25th, 2009 at 4:03pm. 201 Views, 0 Comments.
Check out the new Buddy Blake Team Free Moving Truck
Graphics were created by Wilmington Design Company and the wrap was manufactured and installed by Southern Sign Company.
Great job Everyone!!

100% No Money Down Loans Now Available
Monday, June 22nd, 2009 at 5:20pm. 115 Views, 0 Comments.
We have been notified that four of our new home neighborhoods are now eligiable for 100% USDA No Money Down Loans. Each of these neighborhoods are also eligiable for the one-time $8,000 first time buyer tax rebate.
KEEP IN MIND that you must CLOSE ON THE HOME before December 1st, 2009 to qualify for the $8,000 rebate.The eligiable new home neighborhoods in the Wilmington area are:
Sellars Cove | New condo's from $109,900
The Willows | New townhomes from $119,900 and New Single family homes with garages from $150's
Coral Ridge | New homes from $150's near Carolina Beach
Mill Creek Landing | New homes with garages from $140's
To see if you qualify for a 100% No Money Down Loan Click Here
Monday Morning Coffee | June 22, 2009
Monday, June 22nd, 2009 at 7:43am. 682 Views, 0 Comments.
INSPIRATION FOR TODAY:
"There is no reality except the one contained within us. That is why so many people live such an unreal life. They take the images outside them for reality and never allow the world within to assert itself."
~ Hermann Hesse
JUST ASK DOROTHY!
You've probably seen it a dozen times - "The Wizard of Oz." It's a delightful tale of fantasy, complete with munchkins, a scarecrow in need of a brain, a yellow brick road, a wicked witch and a mythical wizard with the imagined power to send Dorothy back to Kansas.
Regardless of the fantasy, the beautiful color, the unusual characters, and the whimsical plot, there is a powerful message that comes as one of Dorothy's last lines as she prepares to leave Oz. She says, "If ever again I go…
Wanted | Real Estate Agents Who Want To Succeed!
Monday, June 15th, 2009 at 8:51am. 201 Views, 0 Comments.
The Buddy Blake Team is looking for two Licensed Buyer's Agents who are motivated to succeed!
Are you ready to learn how to become a more successful and productive agent? Isn't it about time that you learn how to build a predictable real estate business that can be duplicated year after year with continuous and steady growth? At The Buddy Blake Team, we will teach you everything you need to know right now to become a more successful and productive real estate agent! You will learn to increase your income and sell more homes in less time!
With The Buddy Blake Team, you will:
- Learn the systems we use to generate our business
- Increase your production and profitability while taking your business to the next level
- Learn to make money and be more efficient
- Master the…
Monday Morning Coffee | June 15, 2009
Monday, June 15th, 2009 at 8:13am. 261 Views, 0 Comments.
INSPIRATION FOR TODAY:
"An invasion of armies can be resisted, but not an idea whose time has come." ~ Victor Hugo
BE IMPULSIVE!
There seems to be a lot of anger in the world today. Forget the national and global squabbles, and just take a look closer to home - on your TV, in the schools, among fellow employees - right in your own backyard
There's another attitude issue that could stand some help - disrespect. It seems like the days are gone when youngsters (even 20-somethings) value their elders, social customs, even the laws of the land. Common courtesy and politeness, even among adults, seems non-existent at times.
Want to be a changing force in your personal world? It's easy, costs nothing, and goes a long way towards making a meaningful contribution…
WOW...who said the market is bad?
Sunday, June 14th, 2009 at 4:56am. 131 Views, 0 Comments.
Well folks...what a crazy busy weekend so far. There is a ton of buyer activity happening in our Wilmington NC, and surrounding, market. Buyers are putting the pen to the paper and depleating our inventory levels $200,000 and under and making a dent in the $300k - $400k price range. It's supposed to be our busiest time of the selling season afterall.
Who said the market is bad?
Scott Shapiro / Buddy Blake Team
A parking space for how much?
Friday, June 12th, 2009 at 3:40pm. 94 Views, 0 Comments.
Holy cow this is some expensive real estate! http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/31314404/ns/business-local_business/
There is a great project in downtown Wilmington called Tanyard Parish and a first of it's kind in that the developer bought the air rights over the parking spaces. I'm not certain what he paid for that but I'm certain it wasn't 300,000 per parking space.
Have a great weekend.
erik
NewHomesMania.com Receives Another National Award
Wednesday, June 10th, 2009 at 9:27am. 158 Views, 1 Comments.
GOOD NEWS FROM THE FIELD Driving Traffic to the models is a HOT TOPIC and I have been presenting this around the country. I am looking for innovative, unconventional ideas to drive in traffic that are free or very low budget. If you will email your idea to sell@melindabrody.com and we mention it, you will get a FREE CD. Don’t be shy. Send us your kick butt ideas NOW! And our winner for the month is... Buddy Blake of Coldwell Banker/Sea Coast Realty in Wilmington, North Carolina. Check out "newhomesmania.com". Buddy and his sales team in North Carolina came up with a very quirky way to drive traffic to their website and to their communities.
These Realtors turned to an online game show whereby you "vote" for your favorite contestant ("on site agent").
My Account
Log in, to view your saved searches and add to your favorite listings.
... So You Can:
- View detailed property information
- Print detailed property flyers
- Save your searches & favorite homes
- Inquire about a private showing
- Map individual property locations
- Share your favorite homes with friends

