Onslow County NC Homes Talk

August is fast approaching which means school will soon be starting in Onslow County, N C. The first day of school for Onslow County students is August 26th.

A fun way to start getting ready for the beginning of school:

"Back to School Bingo"

Monday, August 4th

6 to 8 P.M

Blue Creek Elementary School in Jacksonville

Kindergarten to Age 12

Prizes: Back To School Supplies

Cost:  Free

For more information call 910 347 5332


If you are looking a home in Jacksonville, Swansboro, Hubert, Richlands or anywhere in Onslow County, NC, it would be my honor to assist you. Perhaps you are relocating to Camp LeJeuene Marine base, I can help you find the home that best fits your family's needs.

Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor, Onslow County Home Specialist 910 459 9189 Email Me

Kingsbridge Realty, Inc., Making Houses Homes

We take pride in assisting Military Families locate a home in Onslow County when relocating to Camp Lejeune North Carolina

Area expert for homes in Hubert North Carolina

This is an important message for all North Carolina parents of school age and college  students.  

Beginning with the 2008-2009 school year, new immunization requirements will be     enforced.  The news media has done a good job of spreading the message in North Carolina.  

But, if you are relocating to Camp LeJeune Marine Base, New River Air Station or Naval Hospital at Camp LeJeune in Jacksonville, North Carolina;  you may not be aware of the new requirements.

Or perhaps you are buying a new home in Hubert, Swansboro, Richlands, Maysville or Jacksonville North Carolina...... the word may not have reached you.

The rule change goes into effect beginning with the 2008-2009 school year which begins in August 2008.

The new rule states that a booster dose of Tdap vaccine is required for the following individuals:

• All students attending public school who are entering the 6th grade on or after August 1, 2008, if five years or more have passed since the last dose of tetanus/diphtheria toxoid.
• All students not attending public schools (i.e., private, home-school, non-traditional schools) who are 12 years of age on or after August 1, 2008, if five years or more have passed since the last dose of tetanus/diphtheria toxoid.
• Individuals enrolling in college or university for the first time on or after July 1, 2008, if a tetanus/diphtheria toxoid or tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis vaccine has not been administered within the past 10 years.

Regarding the change  for the mumps vaccination.

  Students are now required to receive a second dose of mumps vaccine before enrolling in school, college or university for the first time. However, any child entering school prior to July 1, 2008 is not required to receive a second dose of mumps vaccine. Children were previously required to have only one dose of mumps vaccine. Most children already receive two doses of the MMR vaccine (measles-mumps-rubella) by age four. Therefore, this rule will primarily affect children who received single  dose of the vaccines.

Since these vaccinations are required, students will be able to receive the booster dose of Tdap and the second dose of mumps free.  Parents should set up an appointment with their child’s doctor or local health department to receive the immunization prior to the beginning of school. .  The vaccine will be free-- however, the doctor may charge a fee.

For more information about the immunization rule change, visit www.immunizenc.com or contact your doctor or the  local health department, or the Immunization Branch at 919-707-5550.

Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor, Onslow County Home Specialist 910 459 9189 Email Me

Kingsbridge Realty, Inc., Making Houses Homes

We take pride in assisting Military Families locate a home in Onslow County when relocating to Camp Lejeune North Carolina

Area expert for homes in Hubert North Carolina

Attention veterans --have you heard about the new GI bill? "The Post -9/11 Veterans Education Assistance Act of 2008. This is great news for veterans as the bill has been completely revamped and provides a much more comprehensive and complete educational package for our veterans.

President Bush has signed the bill but the benefits will be enacted in two phases, the first being August 2008 and the second in August 2009.

A Comparison of Old GI Bill to New, Revised GI Bill

Some other benefits:

• Tutorial Assistance - Up to $100/month for up to 12 months or until $1,200 is used

• Payment for 1 licensing or Certification Test up to $2,000
  
  
• One time relocation payment of up to $500 for approved areas

Eligibility Requirements

1. Veterans must have served a minimum of 30 days of continuous active duty service after September 10, 2001 and be discharged due to a service-connected disability or served an aggregate of 90 days of active duty after September 10, 2001.

2. Veterans must be honorable discharged and be released with service characterized as honorable and placed on retired, temporary disability retired lists or transferred to Fleet Reserve or Fleet Marine Corps Reserve

To read and learn more about the new GI bill click here.

What a wonderful opportunity for our North Carolina veterans to attend some of the finest colleges and universities in the country, the ones located right here in North Carolina. I am thrilled to be able to provide this information for military families wherever they may be but as always my loyalty and heart is with the Camp LeJeune, New River Air Station and Naval Hospital at Camp LeJeune military families.

Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor, Onslow County Home Specialist 910 459 9189 Email Me

Kingsbridge Realty, Inc., Making Houses Homes

We take pride in assisting Military Families locate a home in Onslow County when relocating to Camp Lejeune North Carolina

Area expert for homes in Hubert North Carolina

If you have received your PCS orders to Camp LeJeune Marine Base, New River Air Station or Naval Hospital at Camp LeJeune  in Jacksonville, NC, you have started or will soon start the search for a home for your family.

You may not be familiar with the area, towns and communities which are convenient to the  bases. There are several.  One of the most convenient communities is Kingsbridge on Queen's Creek located in Hubert.  Located approximately 10 minutes from the back gate to the Marine base, Kingsbridge on Queen's Creek is a popular and desirable neighborhood for those who work at Camp LeJeune, New River Air Station or Naval Hospital at Camp LeJeune. 

This subdivision is in  the Swansboro School district which is considered to be one of the  most desirable in the county.  All three schools (Queens Creek Elementary, Swansboro Middle and Swansboro High Schools) are a very short drive (approximately 8 minutes) from the community.  

Kingbridge on Queens Creek in Hubert NC is a quiet and peaceful neighborhood with a diverse population of  young families, retirees, empty nesters and singles. It is a community in which homeowners take pride in their homes and yards and neighbors look out for each other. 

Riding through the neighborhood you immediately realize that this is a place where people enjoy living....you will see:

• Children riding their bikes, playing in the yard 
• Mothers pushing baby strollers
• Older couple taking an afternoon walk
• Families enjoying a backyard barbecue

The homes in Kingsbridge on Queen's Creek vary in size from approximately 1600 sq. ft to well over 4000 sq. ft. and the  price range is  broad.  There are new homes and previously owned homes for sale of different size, style and price.  

For more information on different towns and communities and homes in the area visit my website and links included here or contact me.  I'd love to introduce you to our communities.

Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor, Onslow County Home Specialist 910 459 9189 Email Me

Kingsbridge Realty, Inc., Making Houses Homes

We take pride in assisting Military Families locate a home in Onslow County when relocating to Camp Lejeune North Carolina

Area expert for homes in Hubert North Carolina         

The Swansboro and Hubert area of Onslow County NC is a fantastic place to live. It is quite a challenge to determine where one ends and the other begins.  The two towns merge and meld quietly.

 Swansboro is  a quaint, historic town located on the White Oak River between Atlantic Beach and Topsail Beach.  It is known as “The Friendly City By the Sea” and once you have visited there, met and talked with the residents, you will understand why the nickname.  There are unique  waterfront boutiques, shops and restaurants whose owners welcome visitors with open

arms and hearts displaying true Southern hospitality.

 Residential development in Swansboro has flourished with beautiful waterfront communities as well as those off the water.  Living in Swansboro is convenient to many other locations such as Camp LeJeune and Cherry Point Marine bases.  It is an ideal location for those who seek small town living by the water, water activities and those who appreciate mild winters.

Hubert has a post office but no downtown, it is more of a residential community with   small, mostly locally owned businesses located primarily along Highway 24 otherwise known as Freedom's Way(so named because this is the route the marines travel back to their home base when returning from overseas conflicts and duties).   

                                            
There are still a few small farms in the area with their roadside stands offering their vegetables, fruit, flowers and homemade goodies during the appropriate seasons. 

There are several marvelous neighborhoods and the range of house price and size is very broad.  One of the most notable and desirable  neighborhoods is Kingsbridge on Queens Creek marketed by Kingsbridge Realty, Inc.  As the name implies, it is located on Queens Creek and what a lovely setting it is. 

The newer section of this neighborhood feature many large waterfront homes with a picturesque view of the creek.  There is water and boat access for the residents and a boathouse is also under construction for their use and enjoyment.   A new section is due   to open within the next 60 days with waterfront and water view home sites available. 

Hubert residents are very fortunate as they are located in one of the most desirable Onslow County School districts.  Many people elect to live in the area just so their children can attend the schools here. 

Hubert has a diverse population with many retirees, military families, and transplants as well as long time residents.  The location is convenient to Camp LeJeune Marine base in Jacksonville with the back gate about a 10 minute drive away. 

Jacksonville is a short, painless drive from Hubert where the shopping, banking, airport and interstate access is quick and easy.  Residents enjoy the relaxed lifestyle Hubert provides while its location offers recreational opportunities such as the area beaches and waterways with outstanding fishing and boating. 

    Hubert/Swansboro Single Family Residential Market Report January 1-June 30,  2008

As I have said many times, real estate is local, even in the same county.  While ones towns' home sales may be brisk, sales may be slower in a neighboring town.  If you have questions or need more information, contact me.

Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor, Onslow County Home Specialist 910 459 9189 Email Me

Kingsbridge Realty, Inc., Making Houses Homes

We take pride in assisting Military Families locate a home in Onslow County when relocating to Camp Lejeune North Carolina

Recently when making a comment on JoAnne Smith's post "Leading a Principled Life", I referred to one of my favorite Dr. Suess' quotes.  "Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind".

I grew up with Dr. Suess books and because of my love for them, I read them to my  daughter often....she loves them too.  These books may be written  for children but the messages are for everyone.  

What a powerful, poignant and true statement this is and a lesson for agents.  I believe that in order to best serve our clients, we must first be true to ourselves.

"Be who you are" - What does that mean? I believe it means being true to our own principles and beliefs.   As professionals, we are very adaptable and capable of dealing with many different personalities and types.  But,  I believe as agents we must understand that we cannot be all things to all people.  There are sure to be people whose personalities and morals clash with ours. Working for and with them would not be in anyone's best interest.  When this happens, the honest and honorable thing to do is inform them that we do not feel we can work with and/or for them.

"Say what you feel" - As a Realtor, I cannot and should not voice opinions but I am obligated to  abide by the law and the higher moral standards of a Realtor and uphold the Realtor's Code of Ethics which is "to protect and promote my client's interest while treating all parties fairly".

"Those who mind don't matter" - Anyone who objects or has issues with the way I conduct my business (honestly, professionally and ethically) are those I do not need to represent or work with.

"Those who matter don't mind" - Clients, fellow agents, lenders and other professionals who practice the Golden Rule in their lives and business appreciate and understand the way I

Take a lesson from Dr. Suess.....  "Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind".

Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor, Onslow County Home Specialist 910 459 9189 Email Me

Kingsbridge Realty, Inc., Making Houses Homes

We take pride in assisting Military Families locate a home in Onslow County when relocating to Camp Lejeune North Carolina