ELIZABETH O’BRIEN – MISS MOORE COUNTY’S OUTSTANDING TEEN 2014

Elizabeth O’Brien talks about her recent distinction and the upcoming North
Carolina Outstanding Teen Pageant she’ll be competing in in June.
The Moore County Scholorship Program requires traning, discipline, poise and
community involvement. Elizabeth talks about all these facets as well as her
involvement in The Military Child Access Assistance Program helping
handicapped/special needs children and is highlighted by her involvement in
in the upcoming 5K run at Cannon Park in Pinehurst on May 24th.
www.mcaap.weebly.com.

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Dear Local Business Owner,
My name is Elizabeth O’Brien I am a fifteen year old sophomore at
Pinecrest High School and the daughter of an active duty Soldier. I have
been volunteering with Military Missions in Action since I was 12 years old.
Last year I decided I needed to focus on helping other military children, so
I founded the Military Child Access Assistance Program. It is my goal to
raise funds and awareness for disabled military children who need
modification to their homes. Modifications can consist of ramps, widening
doorways, or even installing handrails up. These simple changes can help
these special children live a more normal life and can take a little stress
away from their caregivers. There are so many military children who are
struggling getting in and out of their homes. This is one of the only ways
that they can get a ramp. Lucky for me I have an amazing organization
behind me, MMIA (Military Missions in Action). MMIA assists wounded or
disabled veterans and active duty personal. Last year I created
“Hike2Help”, which has now become an annual fundraising event for MMIA and
the Military Child Access Assistance Program. The hike is co-sponsored by
the Village of Pinehurst and takes place at Cannon Park on May 24, 2014.
Last year’s hike was very successful raising over $3,000 and I am so
grateful. This year my goal is $5,000 with your help I can achieve my dreams
of helping our very special little military hero’s. I was truly hoping that
you would want to be a sponsor. Our sponsors get their logo or name on the
back of each t-shirt for the hike, recognition on the website and Facebook
page, and recognition at the opening ceremonies. Last year our top sponsor
even hiked along with everyone! I hope that you consider becoming a sponsor
for Hike2Help and know that your contribution will help our smallest
military members and their families.

Look forward to hearing from you,

Elizabeth O’Brien
mcaap2013@gmail.com

http://www.foreproperties.com/mp3/2014/Mar/ATMC-Miss-Outstanding-Teen.mp3

THE PINEHURST SOUTHERN PINES ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS UPDATE

PSPAR President Laurie Davis, MLS Coordinator Mandy Dennis and their special guest, Jeff Turner from REAL SATISFIED join us to bring us up to date on the latest news and updates from the PSPAR, one of Moore County’s largest trade organizations. Katherine Kelly also joined us to speak about her upcoming 5K Rafiki Fun Run fundraiser on March 29th at the Pinehurst Harness Track. HOPE FOR HILL CREST is Katherine’s project in Tanzania of building a boarding school for the young children of Arusha, Tanzania. www.hillcrestprimary.org, 910 992-6078. Laurie and Mandy discuss the business of the PSPAR for the benefit of the public who are in the market to buy or sell a home. The PSPAR website is www.move2moore.com. Their number is 910 692-8988.

Jeff Turner, the owner of REAL SATISFIED, a customer satisfaction platform being implemented in conjunction with the PSPAR, is another way the Association is not only trying to add benefit to its Realtor members, but to the public at large. The press release can be found here: http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/01/prweb11488514.htm www.realsatisfied.com

http://www.foreproperties.com/mp3/2014/Mar/ATMC-Realtor-03-04-14.mp3

MCHBA SPRING HOME & GARDEN EXPO PREVIEW

The Moore County Home Builders Association Executive Officer Meredith Sledz,
President Mark Stewart of Stewart Construction & Development, and JD Cuff
from presenting sponsor, Locust Lumber talk about the upcoming Home Show to
be held at the Pine Needles Resort on Friday, March 7th thru Sunday, March
9th. Hours are 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday, and 11:00
a.m. to 5:00 pm. on Sunday. Additional information about this years upcoming
show can be found at www.mchba.com/spring-home-expo.html.

Moore County Home Show

http://www.foreproperties.com/mp3/2014/Feb/32-bit-ATMC-MCHB-Preshow2-26-14.mp3

JAMES & ADRIANNE BOYD – BARRON TILE AND STONE

Owners James & Adrianne Boyd talk about all things tile. Their passion as
owners of an independent business comes shining thru.
They tackle many questions and concerns homeowners & sellers have about
remodeling, upgrading, and shopping for a contractor.
Big box retailers have become part of the equation in today’s market and the
myth of margins is also discussed in a way that resonates.
Barron Tile & Stone have the largest tile showroom in Moore County with an
outstanding selection. The Boyd’s skill set offers their client so much
more than just tile sales or tile installation. They consult, design,
provide free estimates, and take ownership of any project they pursue.
Barron Tile & Stone can be found on Facebook. They are located at 1125
Seven Lakes Drive, West End, N.C. 910 673-3884. They can also be reached at
tile@barrontile.net.

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http://www.foreproperties.com/mp3/2014/Feb/ATMC-BarronTile-02-20-14.mp3

U.S. Open Rental Market & Overview

As we roll into 2014 and the eye of our county in on the upcoming U.S. Open, we gathered four respected brokers from our area who are involved in the home rentals for the U.S. Open for a round table discussion.  Debbie Putz of Village Properties, Marcus Larose of Coldwell Banker and Sandills Rentals LLC, Bob Klug of Pinehurst Area Realty & Bob Graham of Fore Properties are the guests and their conversations and “note comparing” is of immediate benefit to anyone renting their home for the U.S. Open or hoping to do so this spring.
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http://www.foreproperties.com/mp3/2014/Feb/ATMC-US-Open-Rentals-02-06-14.mp3