Our Feature Organization this  Month

To End Hunger & Poverty

Heifer’s mission is to work with communities to end hunger and poverty and care for the earth.By giving families a hand-up, not just a hand-out, we empower them to turn lives of hunger and poverty into self-reliance and hope.With gifts of livestock and training, we help families improve their nutrition and generate income in sustainable ways. We refer to the animals as “living loans” because in exchange for their livestock and training, families agree to give one of its animal’s offspring to another family in need. It’s called Passing on the Gift – a cornerstone of our mission that creates an ever-expanding network of hope and peace.Learn More…

 The $8000 Tax Credit if gone for most of us…

Qualified military can take advantage of home buyer tax credits for another year after these valuable incentives expire for all other home buyers.  While most home buyers only have until the end of this April to take advantage of the $8,000 first-time buyer tax credit and $6,500 repeat-buyer credit, a legislative provision targeting active members of the military, Foreign Service and intelligence communities provides those buyers with an additional year of eligibility. The provision only applies to home buyers in the above mentioned groups who have served on official extended duty for 90 days or more outside the U.S. from Jan. 1, 2009 to April 30, 2010. At the same time, service members who must sell their home because of official extended duty are excluded from a rule that requires buyers to repay the credit if they move out of their home within three years. You can get more information on the special provision for military service members at  at www.federalhousingtaxcredit.com

Todays Great Find!

Spring Run Market

About Spring RunSpring Run Market is a unique concept, different from your typical farmer’s market! We offer a variety of fresh, local and organic: meats and seafood, in-season produce, fresh and dried herbs, baked items, plus an array of other locally produced foods. We offer year-round service and 2 locations, with pre-ordering at our website.Mission Statement:
We at Spring Run Market will strive to:
Promote organic and sustainable farming and production of foods 
Ease the finding, purchasing, and utilization of local organic fresh foods in our area, and
Bring our community together for the benefit of small farms, local economy, and individuals and families who desire a healthier way of eating Learn More… 

5 Costly Mistakes First Time Home buyers Make

If you are buying a home, remember the following, this could save you time, money and your new home!
Buying a first home can be a daunting experience. Here are five common and costly mistakes that novice home buyers make:
1. Ignoring the costs of having a low credit score. Lower-score borrowers pay thousands of dollars in increased interest rates over the life of the loan.
2. Muddying the waters by shopping for other things before closing. Lenders continue to check credit scores right up until the time of closing. Too much shopping could cause the lender to take back the loan.
3. Scrimping on an inspection. Being surprised by the need for expensive repairs can be financially devastating.
4. Buying without contingencies. Buyers should give themselves an out if the inspection turns up problems or the bank raises the interest rates.
5. No money for insurance. Insurance can be surprisingly pricey. Buyers who don’t budget for it can face a nasty surprise.Source: CNNMoney.com, Les Christie (04/19/2010)

Whats Hot!!!

MLS Market Snapshot - want information on the current market conditions in your area or even on your home? This new feature by Gold Crown Realty allows our clients to get in-depth information on: Asking price vs. Selling Price, Asking Price vs. Sold Prices, Time on Market, Number of Homes For Sale, Sold and New on the Market, and Much More!! Click on the link above or on the picture to access your personal Snapshot!

Other New Additions

Gold Crown Realty  has added an Eco-Friendly and Green Building link on our website front page for all to view Eco-friendly, Organic and Green Building resource links –

Gold Crown is now on Facebook ! Want up- to-date info regarding community news and real estate issues – log on and search for – Gold Crown- join us as so many have done already!

TESTIMONIALS

Dear Liz,  

 It is now more than 4 months since we moved to the house you help us to find in Ironwood. It has taken us this long to write to you, not because we have forgotten about you, on the contrary, we have seen you in so many nice places since December!  The reason of the delay is because we wanted to write to you not from our new house but from our HOME. Marice and I are very happy with our new HOME. My children and grandchildren approved it! You are great and I will be happy to recommend you to even the most difficult client. You were flexible with us, always with a smile and above all you always displaying the highest degree of professionalism. The location of the house is  perfect for my job in the Medical School. The neighbors received us with cakes and soups and more we have now many friends in Ironwood.  

 Again, Thank you Liz for a job well done! 

Jose and Marice Caro

Click here to see MORE Testimonials from our past clients!

GCR INFO  Visit our website for all the current listings – we are members of the Greenville/Pitt County MLS as well as the Washington/Beaufort County MLS – also, if you know someone who may be interested in selling their home or buying a home, we would love to help! New office hours – GCR will be open until 7:00pm during the week and 12:00 – 3:00pm on Saturday and Sunday for your convenience!

 It’s The Season – Music in the Streets! Washington Waterfront

 Washington’s Music in the Streets is back again this year! We have lots of fun stuff in store for everyone, so please come join us on the 3rd Friday of each month between April and October!

April 16
May 21
June 18
July 16
August 20
September 17
October 22 ***4th Friday to coincide with Smoke on the Water***