Buy or build...which is a better value?

I was asked this today in the check out line at a local store, and it seems to pop up very often lately.  The hard part about it, I'm also a general contractor & would love to build!  After seeing so many Tract builders in the area though, the price or resale scares me as we don't know what will happen. These homes are also driving costs down on older resales. 
My gut tells me that we are on the way back up, but the comps are still not showing that... so, my answer is a toss up & either way, I can assist.

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910-690-3454

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Do you have a favorite website to search for properties listed FOR SALE, FORECLOSURE, SHORT SALE, FOR RENT? Please tell me what site you use and find is accurate with their information!

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Angela Thompson

Call: (910) 695-6461

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Woodlake Country Club is the hidden gem of the Sandhills

Growing up in and around Woodlake, I knew how nice of a place it is... Gated Private Country Club with 2 on site golf courses a sister course down the road, and a 1150 acre man made lake.
All this and its nestled in the edge of MOORE county just outside of Vass and an easy drive to Ft Bragg.

Single family homes priced 150k and up
Townhomes 140k to 350k
Patio homes
Gated community
Fitness center
Golf clubs
Card clubs
Fishing club
Womens club
Bunco group
Birders
Lake committee
Swimming pool
Driving range
And so much more!

This military friendly community welcomes you!

If you are interested in homes or lots at Woodlake, I would be happy to help 910-695-6461
Http://athompson.yourkwagent.com

11/11/11 11:11:11 where were you?

I was with an amazing motivational aspiring group of Realtors from Keller Williams Pinehurst! We were Igniting our business and instead of lead generating, we changed it up and called through our contacts to thank Veterans for their service on this very special Veterans Day. Keller Williams is like family and I love the thoughtfulness in this group!
Make sure you THANK A VETERAN TODAY!

COMMUNICATING WITH SELLERS

Its amazing to me how I hear from both buyers and sellers that they have not heard back from Realtors. I URGE REALTORS to CALL clients, write notes, or email them...JUST COMMUNICATE.

Sellers want to hear from you and especially want feedback as soon as possible after showings, open houses, and even the lack of showings and what needs to be done to change this.

As soon as I receive an email from Supra telling me that an agent has shown one of my listings, I forward that email to my seller and then let them know that I will get the feedback on this showing the moment I receive the response. This also helps because if I forward the email and do not receive feedback from the buyer agent, The seller will contact me if I do not get feedback and ask for it!! (I promise)

The Local Market

I am not your typical Realtor that got into the business when homes were selling like hot cakes, nope, not me. I was working in Real Estate doing Marketing right when the market shifted, and this is when I decided, If I can sale homes during a down market, This may be the career path for me!

With a background in art and a love for architecture & design, oh and it helps being a general contractor too; I earned my NC Real Estate License and now am a full time broker with Keller Williams Realty in Pinehurst NC.

Thru social media and networking, I find myself talking to people all the time about Real Estate and the same question almost always pops up... HOW IS THE LOCAL MARKET?

Well, in my opinion and the experiences I have had, We have not been so hurt by the shift as many others. The Market does have a huge inventory of Homes & Land for Sale, and builders are working diligently beginning new developments. Moore County is near Ft Bragg, Camp McCall, and home of the Golf Capital of the World. We pride ourselves on Southern Hospitality and a great place to raise a family or retire. The climate is wonderful with mild winters and a long spring & fall. Moore County also welcomes the military that are coming thru BRAC & FORSECOM. So to sum it up, we are busy here and its a great time to buy or sale!

I would be more than happy to help you with any Real Estate needs and appreciate all referrals.

You may email me at: angelathompson@kw.com

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