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DENVER, NC: Get ready for boating season! On March 31st, 2012 from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm vessel safety inspectors from the Lake Norman Flotilla of the US Coast Guard Auxiliary will be at Lake Norman Realty’s Denver office, 1818 Hwy 16 N, to conduct vessel safety inspections.

The event will help ensure boats are “safe from bow to stern.” Upon successful inspection, a decal is affixed to the vessel, indicating all required equipment is aboard and functioning properly. This decal is also known as “The Seal of Safety” and indicates to law enforcement agencies that the boat is equipped with the required safety items. If the boat does not pass, the boat owner will be given information on how to successfully pass. These inspections can help keep boaters safe and also prevent unwanted tickets during lake outings. Inspection time per boat will be approximately 10 minutes. The primary goal of a safety inspection is to discuss with boat owners the required safety equipment and safety features specific to their boat. Results of the safety inspection are not reported to anyone.

Fun giveaways, games for children, and popcorn and drinks will be provided by Lake Norman Realty. Also information on the US Coast Guard Auxiliary will be on hand.

For more information on the Lake Norman Coast Guard Auxiliary:http://a0541708.uscgaux.info/index.htm.

For questions on the event, please contact Eric Taylor at 980-297-0141

Yesterday, I enjoyed a informative real estate training session at Verdict Ridge Golf Course’s Clubhouse.  We also learned some updates about the course and housing from Scott Knox.  Scott shared a video with us about the transformation that the Golf Course will go through in the Fall to Bermuda Grass.  It was an interesting segment.  Verdict Ridge is already one of North Carolina’s most attractive courses, but I feel assure the addition of the Bermuda Grass will provide a even more beautiful back drop to the golfer that is already in love with the course and community.

We had a delicious lunch provided by Verdict Ridge’s Clubhouse Restaurant, “Guilties”.  Since it is open to the public, you should definitely try it out one evening.  It is equipped with a fully stocked bar and a lovely terrace looking out over the course.  Here is a link to Guilties’ Menu… http://verdictridge.com/golf/emailer2020/img/verdictridge/2012_Website_Menu(1).pdf

I thought you may also be interested to know that a new phase is opening right off the entrance on Kidville Road.  Six home lots and patio homes.  We have such a need in the area for patio homes and I think they will find these to be a hot commodity!  On their website, www.VerdictRidge.com, they provide information on several custom builders and Bellamy Homes is also expected to participate.

Here are some upcoming events outlined on the Verdict Ridge website:

Feb. 16th Guilties CLOSED lunch and OPEN dinner
Feb. 16th Ladies Bunco 7 PM

March 8th LGA Dinner

March 17th Member’s Spring Kickoff Golf Tournament

March 24th Murder Mystery Dinner

April 27-29 Men’s Member/Member

April 28th Off To The Races Derby Event

Here is additional Information on Rates:

Rates

Range Balls:

• $5.00 per bag (40-45 balls)
• Family Range Plan is included in all Golf and Sports Memberships.

Member Cart Fees: $18.00 per person for 18-holes

If you have any questions or if you would prefer to book your tee time over the phone, contact the Pro Shop at 704-489-1206.

Last, but certainly not least… Visit this link… http://verdictridge.com/golf/proto/verdictridge/grand_larceny/grand_larceny.htm

Verdict Ridge is offering a Guilty Golfer Card with Four Different Valuable offers to play the course.  All you have to do is visit the link, supply your information and receive a card.  Scott Knox was kind enough to provide me with a card, so … see you at the course!

This year Relay for Life will be held at East Lincoln High School from April 27-28th from 6 pm until 9 pm.

PURPLE PASSION PARTY! MARCH 1, 2012 7:00PM AT DENVER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Denver Mini Storage – Sponsor
Comp-Cal – Sponsor

To Date:

91 Participants.  23 Teams.  $11,917 Raised

To stay up to date on information, participate, donate and get involved, visit… http://relay.acsevents.org/site/TR/RelayForLife/RFLFY12SA?fr_id=40562&pg=entry.

As reported by News  at Norman…

East Lincoln Betterment Association (ELBA) will host the second of its “Winter Cultural Event Series” on Feb. 16. “Where Are We Now?” will be the topic for the February event that begins at 7 p.m. on Feb. 16 at Unity Presbyterian Church on Unity Church Road. This program will follow the current and future of East Lincoln, and will be presented by Darrell Gettys of the Lincoln County Planning Board and Kelly Atkins, director of planning. “Is East Lincoln ready for the active economy?” is one of the questions to be addressed. At the February meeting, ELBA will also hold a general session meeting; new board members and officers will be installed. For March 15, the meeting will be at 6 p.m. and will feature East Lincoln “Food Delights and Diversity.” For this event, local farmers will feature organic foods, seasonal foods, and diversity in offerings that will be shared. There will be a “local pottery” sale and other dining pleasures. Kevin Star of the Lincoln County Extension Service will partner with ELBA and Sally’s Y for this event. While these events are free to attend, the event will also be a membership drive for ELBA. All residents are encouraged to attend. A family membership is only $25 per year. With your membership, you will be contributing to the positive betterment of East Lincoln. For more information, visit the website at www.elbanc.org or call Peggy Tschudin, ELBA president at 704-842-7877.

Thank you News@Norman for your tireless work keeping Denver NC Area residents on top of area events!  To visit News@Norman ‘s website…

http://www.denverncnews.com/

I have been using Ken Gingras, with Housemaster for over 8 years, and found that he is one heck of an inspector.  He has never missed an issue and can easily provide you with qualified vendors and what you truly need to be concerned about with your new home.

Some issues can be scary to a buyer, but Ken and I know exactly what can be handled with ease and what can not.  As Ken has often said, there is absolutely nothing that can not be repaired.  He is a true professional and provides many different services, such as Termite, Radon, and more.  He has update equipment that most inspectors do not have.

Don’t be fooled.  All home inspectors are not alike and I put my reputation on the line for Ken with Housemaster.

Check out the information below on their complimentary Termite Inspection (a $75 value)!  Awesome!

HouseMaster Home Inspections

Congratulations to Michelle Nantz – Associate of the Week!
This week’s Associate of the Week was nominated not only by our Leadership Team, but also by her friend and associate. This week’s recipient has definitely earned the title for her commitment and professionalism! This week’s Associate of the Week is Michelle Nantz. Nominated by the Leadership Team and Eric Taylor, here’s what Eric had to say about Michelle:
Michelle is:
-At the office before 9am almost daily
-Balances work schedule with her family’s needs on top of her husband working out of town all week. And since her Mom passed she has a LOT of family needs placed on her!
-Prospects daily and drives the other agents around her to perform at a higher level both professionally and in their daily interactions within the office and out in public
-She is never seen in the workplace in less than professional attire
-She pushes both agents and admins. to be better by providing suggestions instead of just complaining about a situation
-She takes her clients needs extremely serious and works hard to get them the best results
We couldn’t agree more! Congratulations Michelle!

DABA is always looking for new members and new companies to connect with.   They do lots of things for our local community, but there largest effort is certainly the Denver Fireworks every year at East Lincoln High School.  They provide many opportunities for local business owners and citizens to interact and do business together. 

Visit DABA’s Website at:  http://www.dabanc.org/index.php

DABA provides some information about what they do on their website….

The Denver Area Business Association is a non-profit organization that exist to help the businesses in the greater East Lincoln area grow and be profitable.

DABA is not a Chamber of Commerce, instead DABA is an association compiled of business owners and employees, striving to provide leadership, educational and networking opportunities through a host of venues. Monthly networking events; Coffee Connection, Business Luncheon and After Hours, provide members social and business opportunities, guests are welcome and encouraged.

As a community service, we host annual public events; Fireworks Celebration and Taste of Denver to showcase DABA and it’s members to the public.

The membership of DABA incorporates not only small businesses, but large corporations as well, this diverse membership serves the group well in the exchange of ideas and information. The bonds that grow within our group are what make DABA such a special organization.

The Denver Area Business Association exists to foster local business growth through education, leadership and collective opportunity; thereby growing and enriching relationships within the membership and adding value to the greater Denver Area.

For More Information about DABA or to Join, visit this page on the web to contact them…  http://www.dabanc.org/contact-daba.php.

Don’t forget about our 3rd Annual Denver Christmas Parade this Saturday.  Lake Norman Realty will have a float.  The theme is the 12 Days of Christmas.  It can be quite difficult to put together a float with that theme that pertains to our industry, but luckily, our fearless leader, Shantae Brown, did.  I will share all of our pictures with you after!  Please join us!  It is great fun for the children.

It starts at 2 pm this year.  The route begins on N. Pilot Knob and Hwy 16 for 1 mile to Triangle Circle.

Tree lighting activities are Friday Dec 2nd at Lake Norman Lutheran Church beginning at 6 pm. 

I have viewed the 10 day forecast and we may get away with a perfectly sunny day and a high of 57 degrees.  Unlike the past two years of rain and snow.