Grits...What are your thoughts?   Yes, I am talking about those bowls of stone ground corn that is served for breakfast here in the South.  My daughter would say grits were "Girls raised in the South".  However, grits are not just for breakfast any more. I have to admit that I have had an aversion to the bowl that comes out with my breakfast at some restaurants, however, I do love the ones that I have found at The Prime Smokehouse: Barbecue & Beyond.  I am not sure if it is the cheese that is blended in or the succulent shrimp that are on top, but this is one bowl that I happily finish each time.                               The Prime Smokehouse opened back in June of this year and has taken off here in Rocky Mount in the historic Douglas Block area of downtown.  Serving lunch and dinn... 11/06/2013

The following are indicators of the Greater Rocky Mount Area Real Estate Market. These statistics were gathered from data contained in the Rocky Mount MLS system and predominately cover Nash and Edgecombe Counties in North Carolina. Active residential listings totaled 1086 properties. This is an increase of 30 properties, or 2.7%, from 1056 in May. Inventories typically fall this time of year as buyers take advantage of large inventories and the summer moving season.  However, this did not happen. Newly listed properties totaled 178. This is a decrease of 16 new listings, or 8.2%, from 194 last month. Sold properties totaled 81. This is a decrease of 7, or 8.6%, from last month's total of 74 residential properties sold. Pending sales totaled 114. This is an increase of 19, or 16.6%, fro... 08/12/2008

As a seller "Days on Market" are important. Not only do you want to sell your house as quick as possible, you also want the best price. Typically, the quicker you get an offer the better price you will receive. How do you do this? First, you... Read Why Days on Market Matter in its entirety. Visit David C Reckers website, www.NCRealEstateWeb.com, and Blog, NC Real Estate Now Blog, for more information about Dave's Professional Services, Service Areas, Homes for Sale, and local information. 07/08/2008

Glendale, Rocky Mount  -  The single story at 405 Archer Drive has been sold. Property information  Thinking of Selling Your Home? I can prepare a No Obligation Market Analysis to aid in determining its Market Value. David C Recker, Associate Broker, Realtor ® licensed in North Carolina. Reach David at: 252-442-2687 Copyright © 2008 By David C Recker, Rocky Mount Real Estate Guy, All Rights Reserved.. *405 Archer Drive is SOLD!* Visit my website, www.NCRealEstateWeb.com, for information about Dave's services, service areas, and local information. Related Articles at The Rocky Mount Real Estate Guy:301 West Nash St., Whitakers is SOLD404 West Pipen St., Whitakers is SOLD1125 Culpepper St, Rocky Mount is SOLD   07/01/2008

SituationI received a call from a couple needing to sell their home fast. The husband was a Deputy Sheriff in Nash County and had started a new job as a Police Officer in Knighdale, NC. He had a deadline of when he had to relocate to Knightdale or he would risk losing his job. They had already listed with another Realtor for 6 months and the listing had expired with one showing. Click Here to read the rest of this article. Visit David C Reckers website, www.NCRealEstateWeb.com, and Blob www.NCRealEstateWeblog.com for more information about Dave's services, service areas, and local information. 06/25/2008

 These statistics were gathered from data contained in the Rocky Mount MLS system and predominately cover Nash and Edgecombe Counties in North Carolina. Active residential listings totaled 1026 properties. This is an increase of 6 properties, or 1%, from 1020 in April. Inventories typically rise this time of year as sellers take advantage of the summer market.       Newly listed properties totaled 222. This is an increase 26 new listings, or 22%, from 196 last month. Sold properties totaled 95. This is a decrease of 15, or 14%, from last months total of 110 residential properties sold. Pending sales totaled 111. This is a decrease of 2, or 2%, from last month's total of 113 properties pending settlement. The Greater Rocky Mount Area currently has a 10.4 month housing supply based on the... 06/17/2008

Sometimes as we sit back and evaluate ourselves we realize that things are as they should be. Other times we realize that we have missed the obvious.  This is one of those days when I have realized that I have missed the obvious. Click Here to read the rest of the article 06/05/2008

On this day, please join me in remembering our fallen military personnel and reach out to a veteran and thank them for their service to our country. Traditional observance of Memorial Day has diminished over the years. Many Americans nowadays have forgotten the meaning and traditions. I am a retired U.S. Army Infantry Sergeant Major and I WILL NOT forget. It is in no small part through the sacrifice of our military men and women that we have the freedom to enjoy life's simple pleasures. About the AuthorDavid C. Recker is a Top Producing Realtor licensed in North Carolina. Dave works at RE/MAX Classic Realty and serves Edgecombe, Nash, and Wilson counties in North Carolina. Dave's website, www.NCRealEstateWeb.com , is one of North Carolina's top real estate websites and you can read freq... 05/25/2008

The supply of homes available for sale in the Rocky Mount Area MLS has held steady for the last five months. Total listing of homes for sale increased 1.1 percent in April compared to March, according to figures compiled from the Rocky Mount Area Association of Realtors Multiple Listing service (RMAAR MLS). When comparing April 2008 to April 2007 you discover a 3.2% decrease in available residential inventory. Is this the beginning of a local recovery? I don't know. The factors behind these numbers are that new listings are down as sales continue to slow. Big inventories are persuading sellers to accept less. "Sellers are becoming a little more flexible in negotiating prices," says Dave Recker, Realtor with RE/MAX Classic Realty. About the AuthorDavid C. Recker is a Top Producing Realto... 05/15/2008

I wanted to provide an exciting update that I have moved offices. I am now with RE/MAX Classic Realty working out of their office at 163 Nashville Commons Drive, Nashville, North Carolina 27856. All of my contact information remains the same: Direct phone: 252-442-2687 I look forward to continuing to provide superior real estate services to Nash, Edgecombe, and Wilson counties. About the AuthorDavid C. Recker is a Top Producing Realtor licensed in North Carolina. Dave works at RE/MAX Classic Realty and serves Edgecombe, Nash, and Wilson counties in North Carolina. Dave's website, http://www.ncrealestateweb.com/ , is one of North Carolina's top real estate websites and you can read frequently posted Articles and Blogs by Dave at NCRealEstateWeblog. 04/08/2008

Despite lower prices and historically low interest rates, existing single family home sales remain weak. Locally, we have plenty of good homes to choose from in all price ranges, and interest rates remain low thanks to the Federal Reserve's rate cuts. So, why are so many buyers sitting on the fence? It's a fair guess that consumers are waiting for home prices and even interest rates to fall even further. Click Here to read the entire article. About the AuthorDavid C. Recker is a Top Producing Realtor licensed in North Carolina. Dave works at RE/MAX Classic and serves Edgecombe, Nash, and Wilson counties in North Carolina. Dave's website, http://www.ncrealestateweb.com/ , is one of North Carolina's top real estate websites and you can read frequently posted Articles and Blogs by Dave at ... 04/03/2008

The following are indicators of the Greater Rocky Mount Area Real Estate Market. These statistics were gathered from data contained in the Rocky Mount MLS system and predominately cover Nash and Edgecombe Counties in North Carolina. Active residential listings totaled 1018 properties. This is an increase of 3 properties, or .3%, from 1015 in January. Inventories typically begin to rise after the first of the year as sellers are preparing for the spring market.    To read the entire market report Click Here.   About the AuthorDavid C. Recker is a Top Producing Realtor Licensed in North Carolina. Dave works at RE/MAX Point East and serves Edgecombe, Nash, and Wilson counties in North Carolina. Dave's website, http://www.ncrealestateweb.com/ , is one of North Carolina's top real estate web... 03/13/2008

Are you thinking of buying or selling a home but you're not sure if this is the "right time"? Talk with a Realtor for expert advice on your local market. Real Estate CyclesReal Estate Cycles are no different than any other cycles that effect consumers. It is subject to the laws of supply and demand. A shortage of homes, also known as a sellers market, generally means that prices will rise. Likewise, a surplus of homes, also known as a buyers market, means that houses stay on the market longer creating downward pressure on prices. Click Here to read the rest of the article. About the AuthorDavid C. Recker is a Top Producing Realtor licensed in North Carolina. Dave works at RE/MAX Point East and serves Edgecombe, Nash, and Wilson counties in North Carolina. Dave's website, http://www.ncre... 03/05/2008

Many homeowners believe that to maximize their profit on a home sale they should sell it themselves. At first glance, they feel selling a home is simple and why should they pay a broker fees for something they could do themselves? In fact, close to 9% of all the homes sold last year were sold for sale by owner (FSBO). However, close to half of the FSBO's said that they would hire a professional next time they sold. Thirty percent said they were unhappy with the results they achieved by choosing FSBO. Why?Click Here to read the full article.About the AuthorDavid C. Recker is a Top Producing Realtor licensed in North Carolina. Dave works at RE/MAX Point East and serves Edgecombe, Nash, and Wilson counties in North Carolina. Dave's website, http://www.ncrealestateweb.com/ , is one of North... 02/27/2008

Active residential listings totaled 1015 properties. This is an increase of 16 properties, or 1.6%, from 999 in December. Inventories typically begin to rise after the first of the year as sellers are preparing for the spring market.       Newly listed properties totaled 200. This is an increase of 100 new listings, or 50%, from 100 last month. Click Here to view this report in its entirety. 02/13/2008

Should You Rent or Should You Buy?Things being equal it's almost always better to own your home rather than to rent. After all, you build equity and get to write off your mortgage interest. And if you meet the guidelines, when you sell you'll be eligible for one of the best tax breaks around. There are many issues that influence whether buying or renting is right for you. That said, home ownership has a significant tax advantage. When you sell married couples can earn up to $500,000 in gains on home sales tax-free, while singles get $250,000. The chart below demonstrates the amount of accumulated money renters are paying that could be building equity in their own homes.WARNING!!!Renting Is Hazardous To Your Wealth!LOOK BELOW!To see how much you are losing every year!Your Monthly RentAft... 02/06/2008

Dave Recker Recognized as Contributing Author to Real Estate in 2008 Book of Top Ideas for the Challenging Market of 2008Dave Recker, one of the premier Realtors in Rocky Mount, NC recently joined hundreds of top agents as a contributing author to Real Estate in 2008.Rocky Mount, North Carolina - January 31, 2008 - Dave Recker, a top Realtor in Rocky Mount, NC joined with hundreds of top real estate agents around the country to write Real Estate in 2008 in less than a month.  Real Estate in 2008 (http://www.realestatein2008.org/) helps buyers, sellers, and agents succeed in a challenging 2008 market by providing hundreds of ideas from top agents.  Chapters include ideas on how to find motivated buyers, how to convince buyers to buy, how to get sellers to price/position their homes and c... 01/30/2008

There are many things that determine if and when a house sells. However, three things stand head and shoulders above the rest. They are price, condition, and marketing. Lets take a look at these:Price - Your home must have a reasonable and justifiable price. A good buyer's agent will look at comparables to determine if your house is priced correctly. Therefore, it must be priced within the range that comparable homes have SOLD for (reasonable) and the condition and/or unique features must justify your specific price. Price is controlled by the market.Condition - The condition of the property must support the price. The higher you are within the selling price range the better condition your house should be in.Condition is controlled by the seller(s).Marketing - It takes more than a yard ... 01/23/2008

In 2007 many things became apparent to me as I continue to work as a Realtor in the local Rocky Mount, North Carolina, area. Many consumers are listening to the National news media about the real estate market and assuming that it is an accurate reflection of what is happening here locally. Nothing could be further from the truth. All real estate is local.This report focuses on what is happening locally and will hopefully serve to clarify events and reasons for local facts and trends.Click Here to read this report in it's entirety. 01/16/2008

The following report is provided as a public service by David C. Recker, Realtor, RE/MAX Point East, Rocky Mount, North Carolina. The following are indicators of the Greater Rocky Mount Area Real Estate Market. These statistics were gathered from data contained in the Rocky Mount MLS system and predominately cover Nash and Edgecombe Counties in North Carolina. Active residential listings totaled 999 properties. This is a decrease of 59 properties, or 6%, from 1058 in November. Inventories typically fall during the winter months because the number of new listings also slows.      Newly listed properties totaled 100. This is a decrease of 25 new listings, or 20%, from 125 last month. Sold properties totaled 70. This is an increase of 5, or 7%, from last months total of 65 residential prop... 01/09/2008