Your Real Estate Insider: April 2010

I have been receiving a lot of questions about where to get tickets for the upcoming Apple Blossom events. The address is 2625 Valley Avenue, Winchester Virginia. It is located beside the Handy Mart and Dunkin Donuts. The contact number is 540-664-2199. You can find tickets for all the great events of Apple Blossom like Stag Luncheon, Bloomers Luncheon, Circus, Carnival, etc... They also sell t shirts, and Apple Blossom memorabilia. Hope this helps someone. Thanks Aaron

 

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The highly anticipated Raleigh Street Extended project is about to begin. The project will be completed in three phases. They are holding a groundbreaking ceremony for the first phase. The ceremony will take place on Tuesday May 4th 10am at Oatesdale Park in Martinsburg WV. Governer Manchin and WV secretary of Transportation Paul Mattox are expected to be there. The new roadway will begin at the intersection of Raleigh and Race Streets and will connect to Edwin Miller Blvd. The project is expected to be completed in three years. For information click on the article below. Thanks Aaron

 

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The NAR wants to know, Why do you love being a REALTOR? If you follow the link below you can earn a free "I Love Being A REALTOR" Pin (pictured below), from the National Association of Realtors. There are lots of reasons I love being a REALTOR, education, association with others, helping my community, etc... But what is your reason. It only takes a few minutes. Follow the link below and follow the steps. Thanks Aaron

 

I Love Being A REALTOR

 

 

Aaron Poling

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It is time again for the Annual Apple Blossom Festival, in Winchester Virginia. This will be the 83rd year for the festival. There are lots activities going on all week, including concerts, parades, car shows, lunches, carnaval, wine festival, games, food, you name it! This years Grand Marshall is Val Kilmer. Below is a link to the official website, where you can see everything the Apple Blossom Festival has to offer, and you can buy tickets for some events right on the website. Hope to see you there. Thanks Aaron

 

Apple Blossom Festival

 

Aaron Poling

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We are only a week away from the deadline to be under contract fot the homebuyers tax credit. To qualify for the tax credit you have to be under contract by the end of April and close by the end of June. If you are waiting for the perfect time to buy, that time is now. The tax credit is for first time home buyers, and for buyers moving up. If you want more information about the tax credit or have any other real estate questions, feel free to ask. Thanks Aaron

 

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Thursday, April 22nd is Earth Day. Trying to protect our environment is nothing new. Earth Day originated in 1970 in Philadelphia Pennsylvania created by U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson. It was designed to raise awareness and appreciation for the Earths environment. The Earths environment is at the forefront of politics and media. No matter what your political position, taking care of the earth just makes sense. Use this Earth day to appreciate your environment for all it has to offer, Use this also as a chance to think about what you could do to help the environment. Think about putting in place a recycling plan, or increasing your energy efficiency. These are things you should think about every day but especially on earth day. If you want more information check out Wikipedias page on Earth Day. Thanks Aaron

 

 

Aaron Poling

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 Happy Earth Day!

 

I was showing houses today to a buyer I have been working with for some time. We got to a house with showing instructions that read "Two friendly dogs inside, go show". We approached the door and heard the dogs barking. The buyer asked if it was really ok to go inside, I said yeah I am sure its ok. I told him I would go in first, once they were ok with me I would open the door so he could come inside. I went inside they sniffed me for a minute and everything was ok-- so far. I opened the door to let him in and one of the dogs ran outside. I freaked out! I was trying to get the dog but the dog ran because he didnt know me. I could tell the dog wanted back in but wouldnt come back because I was in the way, and my buyer was by the front door. I didnt know what to do. Finally the neighbor came over, he called for the dog and she came running back. Went right to the front door and back inside. I was relieved. I quickly thanked the neighbor and showed the house. I will be more careful next time opening doors with pets on the other side. After it was over, we got a good laugh out of it. I think my buyer liked seeing me freak out.

Thanks Aaron

 

Aaron Poling

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Princeton Shoals Subdivision

Martinsburg, W.V. 25404

 

Princeton Shoals Subdivision, located in North Martinsburg, West Virginia is a detached single family home subdivision. It consists of ranchers, split level, and two story colonial homes. Close to restaurants, shopping, Golds Gym, downtown Martinsburg, Movie Theatres, and a whole lot more. This is a great community for someone wanting to move up in housing, or someone wanting to move to Martinsburg and commute to a surrounding city. If you would like more information about this subdivision, please contact me.

 

Street Names

Betts Way, Tyler Way, Kennedy Circle, Einstein Way, Corbin Heights Way, Bendheim Circle, Tottenheim Circle

Builder

            Barron Homes, Gemcraft Homes

 

House Types

            Ranchers, Split Level, Two Story Colonials

 

School District: Martinsburg, North Middle

 

Approximate Distance

  

            Cities                                                   Miles               Travel Time

            Winchester, VA                                  29.04               36 minutes

            Fairfax, VA                                         90.04               1 hour 43 minutes

            Fredrick, MD                                      42.13               50 minutes

            Hagerstown, MD                                19.20               26 minutes

            Baltimore, MD                                    91.21               1 hour 39 minutes

            Washington, DC                                 89.42               1 hour 45 minutes

 

            Landmarks

            City Hospital                                       3.94                 10 minutes

            Post Office                                          2.89                 8 minutes

            Grocery Store                                      1.60                 4 minutes

            Movie Theatre                                     0.93                 2 minutes

            Pharmacy                                            1.70                 4 minutes

            Library                                                3.09                 9 minutes

            Charlestown Races & Slots                   18.75               31 minutes

 

           

Aaron Poling

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Note: All information has been gathered by Aaron Poling from various sources, this should be used as a guide but all information should be verified.

 

           

Today is the Deadline to mail in your Census 2010 forms. If you do not have the forms you can check the website for a local place to pick them up, the link is below. If you do not send them in by today you will end up on the census door knockers list. I know how everyone loves someone they do not know knocking on their door asking personal questions. The Census is important, so get out there and turn in your forms. Thanks Aaron

CENSUS 2010

 

Aaron Poling

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