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Retire in Style in Myrtle Beach
Finally, you have reached the age of wisdom, the time when you get to kick back and enjoy all the little things in life that you never had time for in your working years. Retirement can be some of your best years and, if you have planned properly, you can truly relax without worrying about your finances. Many people, once they've retired, consider moving to a new locale. Today, we would like to share with you the top 10 reasons why you should choose Myrtle Beach for your retirement.
1. Temperate Climate: Are you sick and tired of cold winters with blustery winds and snow up to your waist? Myrtle Beach has the cure for your winter blues! Winters here are very mild, with temperatures rarely dipping below 40 degrees. Plus, snow is practically unheard of here, so your shovel can stay behind. The summer brings a bit more heat, but the ocean breezes will help keep you cool. With more sunny days on average than most of the U.S., you will have plenty of sun to soak up on the beach, or take advantage of the dry days by spending it on one of the gorgeous area golf courses. In Myrtle Beach, the outdoors are accessible year round and there is always plenty to do. Cultural Scene
2. Affordable Housing: The real estate market has been slowly repairing itself in the past few years, and the Myrtle Beach area is no exception. Though this area has plenty of luxury homes and condos, with price tags beyond the average person's budget, there are many homes for sale within a more affordable price range. Trulia.com states that the median sales price of three-bedroom homes in Myrtle Beach is around $140,000, a budget-friendly price range. In addition, senior citizens are given a homestead exemption for their taxes. If you are moving to the area, there is a wide variety of homes that have everything you need for a price you can be proud of. Browse through our website to see them all!
3. Age-Restricted Communities: Often times, retirees find themselves searching for a neighborhood with a quiet environment and residents that are around the same age. It is nice to have a community of like-minded folks to spend time with, and Myrtle Beach has several neighborhoods geared toward those who are of a distinguished age. These communities feature a host of amenities including clubhouses, pools, libraries and more. One of the most popular neighborhoods in the area is Prince Creek, which is located in Murrells Inlet. There are also some new subdivisions under construction in Myrtle Beach and you still have time to pick your custom finishings. If you are interested in any of these communities, or would just like to know more about the area, we look forward to hearing from you.
4. Excellent Healthcare: If you are moving to the Myrtle Beach area, have no fear. Although you may be leaving your former healthcare providers, this area is home to numerous award-winning medical facilities and some of the best treatment and technologies available. One such facility is The Grand Strand Medical Center. Here, you will find services for all ages, including a senior health center with well-studied and practiced geriatric care specialists. Grand Strand Medical Center is also an accredited chest pain center and has been ranked number 1 for cardiac surgery in South Carolina two years running. With plenty of satellite offices, the facility does well in serving the public. There are also other medical centers in nearby Murrells Inlet and Georgetown. Whatever your medical needs, Myrtle Beach has you covered.
5. Cultural Scene: Myrtle Beach is a happening place, and a hot spot for live family entertainment. If you enjoy music, there is no shortage of opportunity in the area. Stop by The Carolina Opry, or catch a show at The Palace Theatre. Barefoot Landing also has local acts that are sure ot keep your feet tapping. There are also plenty of activities to partake in besides live music including local arts organizations, community service groups, or volunteering at a medical facility. In Myrtle Beach, all one need do is look around and opportunity is sure to come knocking.
6. Lower Cost of Living: Real Estate prices in Myrtle Beach certainly won't empty your pockets. In fact, there are many homes currently for sale with prices under $100,000. There are even golf course homes for such reasonable prices, which is simply unheard of in other communities. Not only are homes reasonably prices, but South Carolina doesn't tax Social Security benefits. Plus, there is a sizeable retirement income deduction when calculating sales tax. Homestead exemptions are also available for those who qualify. Though many oceanfront communities are very expensive, Myrtle Beach offers an affordable and comfortable place for seniors to call home.
7. Beaches: As if you need any more reasons to love this area, Myrtle Beach has almost 60 miles of pristine sands and glittering water for you to appreciate. Living at the beach lets you partake in sun, fun, and relaxation year round. For the sun fanatics, this area averages about 215 sunny days a year, some of them during the winter. The beach also offers itself as a source of fun for shell hunters, sand castle builders, and anyone who enjoys partaking in water activities. Feel free to bring the whole family, and your favorite book, to the beach and while away an afternoon. There's no beach like Myrtle Beach!
8. Golf: Myrtle Beach is a golfer's paradise! Home to over 100 golf courses, Myrtle Beach has the perfect weather and scenery for those who enjoy the sport. Plus, some of the courses have been designed by the superstars of golf, including Arnold Palmer. No matter your skill level or budget, Myrtle Beach has a course for you. So, grab your clubs and hit the greens for a mini vacation from the stress of every day life.
9. Variety of Communities: From condo communities to expansive developments, Myrtle Beach is the place to be for variety. Carolina Forest is the largest and one of the most popular housing developments in the surrounding area. This lovely community has different sections within it that cover every budget and style preference. Complete with schools and impressive amenities, it is easy to see why so many families move into Carolina Forest. To get a closer look at the area communities, we encourage you to check out our MLS Search Page. We pride ourselves in providing you with all of the options for housing in Myrtle Beach, and we hope you will give us a call. Our experienced agents would be delighted to help you pick a community that suits your family.
10. Southern Hospitality: Southern gentility and hospitality are the cherry on the Myrtle Beach sundae. Just ask around and people will tell you that everyone here is just as friendly as can be. Let us confirm, it's true. From local restaurants to the neighborhood gas station, people here are happy to help and eager to chat. If some old-fashioned friendliness is what you seek, then Myrtle Beach can provide that for you.
The Jerry Pinkas Real Estate Experts are looking forward to talking with you and helping you start your search for a new home. Call our office at 843-839-9870 to set up a tour or to ask questions about making a move to the area. Don't forget, you can keep up with the latest listings and updates here:
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Haunted Houses in Myrtle Beach
It is that time of year when the spooks come out to play and the ghouls and goblins are hiding around every corner; when the moon plays with the shadows, and the witches concoct their brews...
This Halloween, you can run...you can hide... but you can't escape from the Terror Under the Bridge! Prepare for an even bigger scare this year as "The Top Haunt on the Grand Strand" opens its doors once again. Starting tomorrow, October 24th, at 7:00pm, this scare fest is releasing its ghouls nightly through November 1st. In 2014, we have moved locations and are now at 568 George Bishop Parkway in Myrtle Beach. Now, with more space to utilize, we offer more fright per square foot than any other haunted house in the area!
This is THE ultimate experience out of all the Myrtle Beach area haunted houses! Not only is the space bigger this year, but there is more parking and the location is easy to access from main roads. Plus, the X Gym Sports Mall is right next door so you can't miss us.
Donate your Scares to Your Community
At Jerry Pinkas Real Estate Experts, giving back to the community is just a part of how we do business. For the past 8 years, we have volunteered our time each Halloween to Terror Under the Bridge. Every year, a portion of the house's proceeds goes to local charitable organizations, including Fostering Hope, Inc. A non-profit organization, Fostering Hope provides goods and services to more than 500 children in the foster care systems of Horry, Georgetown, Marion, and Dillon counties of South Carolina. In 2013, Terror Under the Bridge donated $2,750 to this charity. For more information about Fostering Hope, Inc., call 843-254-8168.
This year, practice your best terrifying scream and meet Jerry Pinkas and his team of Experts at Terror Under the Bridge in the new location. It's a fun and easy way to give back to your community and we promise you a spook-Tacular time!
Tickets are $10 and for more information times, along with a bird's eye view of the space,
Visit the TUTB Facebook Page, or call (843) 446-2822 or (843) 457-1329
Special group rates are available for parties of 8 or more.
Top Realtors in Myrtle Beach SC
Searching for a new home can be a stressful time for a family. Not only is there the physical act of moving to consider, but finding just the right home can be a huge challenge for a family with a variety of needs. With all of this taken into consideration, why start your search alone when you can have an expert on your team? Lucky for you, there is a top-rated agency just around the corner here in Myrtle Beach.
With over 28 years of experience in real estate investment, Jerry Pinkas is a successful agent, bestselling author, and coach to many private clients. He has made several television appearances and has been quoted in some of the leading real estate publications. Known as one of the most driven agents in the Myrtle Beach area, Jerry is constantly improving his systems and marketing efforts to maximize efficiency and make the home buying or selling experience as stress free as possible for his clients.
But Jerry doesn't work alone. Like any good business owner, Jerry realized that creating a specialized team would be the most effective way to get the job done and provide the ultimate customer service experience for his clients. As a result of this vision, Jerry has created Jerry Pinkas Real Estate Experts. This team of hand-picked real estate professionals has knowledge in every area of real estate imaginable. From professional buyer's agents to short sales specialists and listing experts, the Jerry Pinkas team covers all the bases and provides a holistic real estate experience for their clientele. Take a look at what our previous clients have to say about their experience.
Recognized as one of the top 250 real estate teams in the nation by the Wall Street Journal and Real Trends Reports, the Jerry Pinkas Real Estate Experts is known for exceptional service, effective marketing, and results. With their proven, repeatable system our team can save you up to 18 percent whether you are buying or selling your Myrtle Beach area home.
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Top 10 Reasons to Live in Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is a popular vacation destination, but many people choose to make The Grand Strand their home. With beautiful beaches and picturesque views, it is easy to see why our city is so attractive. Yet, these are just the beginning of a long list of reasons Myrtle Beach is so popular. Today, we want to share with you 10 reasons to live in this gorgeous oceanfront city. So, if you are looking for a new locale, we hope you will consider Myrtle Beach after looking through today's blog.
1. Beaches:
It is no secret, our 60 miles of beaches are simply stunning! The sparkling waters of the Atlantic draw thousands of tourist each year to play in the waves and enjoy some sun and fun. Play volleyball, grab a surfboard, or just lie on the beach and relax. Whatever your preference, Myrtle Beach is sure to please.
2. Golf Galore:
Often called the Golf Capital of the World, Myrtle Beach is home to over 100 golf courses, some of which were designed by golf legends including Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer. If golf is your game, then bring your clubs to The Grand Strand and challenge yourself to our links. You could spend every weekend in one year on the course and never play the same one twice, so you'll never get bored with the game. As an added bonus, there are numerous golf communities with available homes right on the course! So, browse through the MLS to find the perfect home for the golf enthusiast in your family
3. Affordable Living:
Myrtle Beach has a home for every budget, from entry-level to million-dollar estate. Whether you are a first time home buyer or looking for a cozy place to retire, our oceanfront paradise makes it easy to find not only a perfect price range, but an ideal neighborhood your family will adore. One of the most popular communities in the area, Carolina Forest has a variety of neighborhoods that run the gamut of lifestyles and budgets. The amenities in the community include an Olympic-size swimming pool, four golf courses, and convenient access to all sorts of shopping and dining options. Of course, there are many other communities to choose from as well, so you are sure to find one that is perfect for you.
Not only are the homes affordable, but the cost of living in general is 7 percent lower than the rest of the nation as a whole. Plus, property taxes are low and the state does not tax Social Security. Your dollar is worth more in Myrtle Beach, so you can live well and retire in style. You can afford to enjoy your life here, and we hope you decide to do just that.
4. Wonderful Weather:
Temperate doesn't even begin to describe the weather in our beautiful city. With an average annual temperature of 74 degrees, Myrtle Beach is practically perfect all year long. Summers turn up the heat, but you can find relief in the coastal breeze or by taking a dip in the Atlantic. During the winter, a light coat and a fuzzy scarf are all you will need to keep warm. No parkas are necessary, and you can leave your snow shovel at home, too.
5. Entertainment:
Have we mentioned that Myrtle Beach has some of the best entertainment hot spots on the coast? From live music to amusement parks, you can find it all right here. Barefoot Landing is one of the biggest entertainment complexes in Myrtle Beach. With shopping, dining, a live reptile park and even fireworks, Barefoot Landing is a great place for the whole family to visit as there is something for every age group. But the fun doesn't stop here! For thrills and chills, visit the Family Kingdom amusement park and ride the roller coaster, or keep cool in the water park. There are so many other activities in the area, all you have to do is step outside and pick a direction. Your family will have a ball at the beach!
6. Fashion Forward:
Shop till you drop in Myrtle Beach! Whether you are a fashionista who likes name brands or are shopping for kitschy souvenirs for relatives, there are shops galore. Tanger Outlets has brand names for bargain prices and is a great way to spend a day out with the girls. There is also the Market Common, complete with fine dining as well as a movie theater. And don't forget the local boutiques and flea markets full of unique treasures. So, grab your walking shoes and make a day of browsing for bargains at the beach.
7. Sports Junkies:
The temperate weather of The Grand Strand allows you year-round access to sports of all sorts. For the kids, there are many local sports teams they can join and learn all about cooperation and team spirit while they get their exercise. Adults can play, too, and the North Myrtle Beach Park and Sports Complex is the place to be for fun. There are teams for all ages, including those 55 and over. Choose from softball, soccer or kickball, or just meet with one of the regular groups for fitness in the park.
Of course, if you are more of an observer, you are welcome to watch the local teams go head to head as you cheer for your favorite. Every team needs loyal fans, so grab your pom poms and come on out!
8. Delicious Dining:
After all the shopping and dining, you are sure to be hungry... and Myrtle Beach has you covered! Your mouth will be watering at the wide variety of restaurants you have at your fingertips. As a coastal city, the area is known for its seafood, and you will find plenty of it here. However, there are also some great burger joints and hot dog stands in the area as well. For those who aren't meat eaters, Myrtle Beach has some delicious vegan restaurants including Bay Naturals on North Kings Highway. Our coastal city is sure to satisfy all of your cravings, so bring your appetite and your lobster bib and join us today!
9. Employment Opportunities:
Jobs are tough to come by these days, but Myrtle Beach has plenty of opportunities to offer its residents. With a thriving tourism industry, there are lots of jobs in both the hospitality and service sectors. Construction is also a big employer here as there are always homes and condos being built. Overall, Myrtle Beach has an unemployment rate that is less than the national and state averages, so you can feel secure knowing that work is readily available here.
10. Exceptional Education:
Myrtle Beach has educational opportunities galore for those who are in Kindergarten through 12th grade. There are public, private and parochial schools available in the area for you to consider, and the Horry County Schools have the highest performing IB program in the state. Are you looking for higher education for yourself or your new graduate? There are two universities, a technical college, and numerous trade schools in the area that would be glad to help you further your education. So, get smart and choose Myrtle Beach!
Have we convinced you to make the move to Myrtle Beach? If so, give Jerry Pinkas Real Estate Experts a call at 843-839-9870 and let us show you the highlights of the city. Feel free to browse through our website and create a custom search for your home. Myrtle Beach offers properties in all price ranges, so you are sure to find the perfect home for you. Thanks for stopping by and we can't wait to meet you at the beach!
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Welcome Home to the Glittering Golden Mile
Myrtle Heights is a peek into the history of Myrtle Beach. Established in 1933, Myrtle Heights is a peaceful area that encompasses the area between 32nd Avenue and 46th Avenue North. With no resorts to block the view, the beautiful beach, known as the Golden Mile, is one of the best views in the entirety of Myrtle Beach. Plus, there is very little tourist traffic, allowing you to enjoy the sandy shores of the Atlantic in solitude as you listen to the gentle lapping of the waves.
If you are looking for the epitome of high-class, luxury living, historic Myrtle Heights is certainly the place for you. The area was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1998 and most of the residences in the area were built between 1925 and 1945.
Myrtle Heights is blessed with a unique aesthetic all its own. Most of the homes in the area are two-story frame buildings and many have attached garages. With large porches, big windows, and family-centric floor plans, there is no doubt that Myrtle Heights is like no other Myrtle Beach neighborhood. A luxury area, oceanfront estates range in price from $1.5 million up to about $4 million. Further back from the ocean, the homes decrease in price, from $300,000 to $500,000, but they certainly don't decrease on luxury features.
Plus, this beautiful neighborhood is conveniently located just minutes from all of Myrtle Beach's amenities. For starters, popular attractions including Barefoot Landing and Broadway at the Beach are within a short distance. Then, there are 120+ golf courses and country clubs nearby, making Myrtle Heights the perfect spot for those who like to hit the links on a regular basis. Murrells Inlet is just up the road as well, where you can spend the afternoon fishing or browsing antique shops. Either way, you are sure to enjoy this little fishing village full of colorful characters and plenty of nature.
There are many more reasons to love Myrtle Heights and we look forward to helping you find your perfect home in the neighborhood.
Introducing Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach is not only a popular vacation destination, but many people choose to call this sparkling coastal city their home. There is a wide variety of neighborhoods in the area, from affordable entry level homes to million-dollar oceanfront homes that will take your breath away Whatever your budget, you can find a home that suits your needs right here. So, why move to Myrtle Beach?
Welcome to the land of opportunity, where there are so many places to go and things to see that your only problem will be deciding where to start. Are you a music lover? Myrtle Beach offers a plethora of live music venues, from the House of Blues to the Alabama Theater, and every genre of music is represented. Plus, there are numerous restaurants that host live, local musicians during dinner for your entertainment.
Entertainment doesn't stop at music: There are also arcades, movie theaters, and even an amusement park with a roller coaster. For the bargain hunter, you will have hours of fun browsing through the various shops in Myrtle Beach. There is even an outdoor outlet mall called Tanger Outlets, where you will find all the brand names at prices you have to see to believe. Unique boutiques are also readily available and they are a great place to find kitschy souvenirs for your family.
Finally, Myrtle Beach is one of the golfing meccas of the United States. As we mentioned earlier, there are 120+ golf courses and country clubs in the area, many of which play host to various tournaments every year. Some of the courses have been designed by the famous names in the industry. If golf is your passion, Myrtle Beach is certainly the place for you. There are quite a few websites where you can plan the ultimate golf vacation, from lodging to tee times at your favorite courses. Or, if you are ready to make the leap, Myrtle Beach has plenty of homes available that are just a golf cart ride from the course. We would be delighted to help you find a home with a view of your favorite fairway.
There is so much more to Myrtle Beach and we hope you will take some time and check out the area. Our websites play host to a variety of information about neighborhoods and local amenities and we invite you to take a look. Let us be your tour guide and we will show you around this coastal gem of a city. Whether you are buying a home or just need a place to rent for a family vacation, Myrtle Beach is sure to exceed your expectations.
Put Our Team to Work for You
Are you looking for a personal guide with the inside track on Myrtle Beach? Well, look no further because Jerry Pinkas and the Real Estate Experts are the most informed team in the business. Rated as one of the top 250 real estate teams in the nation by the Wall Street Journal, our team is dedicated to your satisfaction whether buying or selling a home. Personally, Jerry Pinkas has over 28 years of experience in real estate investment and is constantly working to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of his already proven systems. He is also a best-selling author and has a gift for coaching his clients and helping ease their journey through the real estate process. Hand-picked agents are the backbone of Jerry's team and he has some of the best buyer's specialists and listing agents working with him. You can be sure that by choosing Jerry Pinkas Real Estate Experts to be on your team, you are getting some of the most knowledgeable and hardest working agents in the business. If you are ready to put us to work, call us today at 843-839-9870 and tell us how we can help. We look forward to your call and showing you why your family belongs in Myrtle Beach.
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Myrtle Beach, SC
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No Place Says "Welcome Home" Like Hunter's Ridge
Come on in to Hunters Ridge
Start your Myrtle Beach home search in one of the area's more popular neighborhoods, Hunters Ridge. A community of custom homes, Hunters Ridge is conveniently located and has all of the amenities your family needs within a short distance. Plus, living in Myrtle Beach offers numerous entertainment, dining, and cultural opportunities. Let us be your guide as you consider purchasing a Myrtle Beach home
About the Neighborhood
Hunters Ridge is sure to impress you with all it has to offer your family. This community of custom homes is located in the Forestbrook area of Myrtle Beach and has nine distinctly different neighborhoods. Each neighborhood has its own aesthetic, allowing for a wide variety of home styles, sizes, and prices. With so much to offer, you can be sure that Hunters Ridge has a home that will suit your family to a tee.
In Hunters Ridge, homes range in size from 1,000 square feet up to 3,500 square feet. At the front of Hunter's Ridge, you will find the smallest homes the community offers, which range in size from 1,200 to 1,700 square feet. In addition, they are equipped with either single or double car garages. Towards the middle of Hunter's Ridge, near Forestbrook Elementary School, you will find more spacious homes with between 1,700 and 2,200 square feet. Then, in the back of the neighborhood near Scattergun Train, the larger homes and lots are tucked away. With 3,000 square feet and more, these spacious homes are the ultimate in luxury in Hunter's Ridge. Homes are thoughtfully planned and feature at least 3 bedrooms, making them ideal for growing families. Quality is the trademark of Hunters Ridge, and the exteriors of its homes include brick, vinyl, and stucco. You won't find the typical "cookie cutter" feel in Hunters Ridge, that's for sure. When you enter the gates it is easy to see that this Myrtle Beach community seeks to set itself apart from the run of the mill neighborhoods you will find in other areas.
Do you appreciate the finer things in life? Take a look at the upgrades in Hunters Ridge homes. Among the current listings in the area, you will find hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, granite countertops, gourmet kitchens, and crown moulding. Lot sizes are also spacious and can range up to 1.5 acres. In fact, there are currently a few lots for sale in the neighborhood that would be the perfect place to build your new home. So, let your imagination guide you as you create the home that makes your dreams a reality.
Along with luxury upgrades and spacious lots, Hunters Ridge has a location that is the ultimate in convenience.
The location of Hunter's Ridge is convenient for kids who attend Forestbrook Elementary and Forestbrook Middle Schools. Plus, the boat ramps and grocery stores of the Socastee area are nearby. While Hunter's Ridge is close to Myrtle Beach, it is far enough away to be unaffected by the traffic. Other nearby neighborhoods include Foxhorn, Forestbrook and Turtle Cove.
Myrtle Beach Life
Why make the move to Myrtle Beach? Popular with both tourist and locals, Myrtle Beach has breathtaking views, pristine beaches and a plethora of activities for you to enjoy. Spend your weekends sunning on the beach or playing in the ocean waves. There are numerous rental booths in the area that, for a fee, will loan you a jet ski, surf board, boogie board and a variety of other water equipment for an afternoon of fun. Or, if the weather is just plain disagreeable, there are shopping opportunities galore in Myrtle Beach. Browse through the eclectic boutiques, or hunt down steep bargains at Tanger Outlet Center. Once you are worn out from the beach or a busy day of shopping, wind down with a delicious dinner and signature cocktail at one of the local restaurants. Or, take the whole family out for an evening of live theater and entertainment at Broadway at the Beach or The Carolina Opry.
Myrtle Beach is also known for its golf courses, offering some of the best the nation has to offer. Bring your clubs and challenge yourself on the championship courses, many of them designed by famous golfers. There are private, semi-private and public courses in the area, and they feature beautiful landscaping as well as amazing views. If you are considering a golf-centered vacation, check out the deals offered online. Many companies have exclusive packages for the Myrtle Beach area and can take the stress of vacation planning off of your hands.
Are you bringing the kids along? Myrtle Beach has activities for them, too including mini golf, go karts, and even an amusement park complete with a roller coaster and water park! Kids and kids-at-heart will love living in Myrtle Beach.
Have we mentioned that Myrtle Beach weather is phenomenal? With a temperate climate and mild winters, you can enjoy the outdoors all year long. Myrtle Beach is made for outdoor enthusiasts, and we look forward to showing you the advantages of making it your permanent home.
Myrtle Beach is also great for those who are looking for an investment opportunity. Tourism is a year-round industry in Myrtle Beach and we can help manage your property and keep it rented out while you make money. Plus, you can spend your family vacations in the area without worrying about finding a rental during busy season. For advice about investment property in the area, or to take a look at available properties, give us a call.
All in all, whatever your pleasure, Myrtle Beach has something to offer everyone. Spend your vacation on the coast and let us show you why Myrtle Beach is a great move for your family. We look forward to helping you make our incredible city your new home.
Introducing Jerry and the Experts
Moving can be one of the most stressful events in a family's life together. There are so many things to accomplish, from packing to arranging utilities, to setting up the new house. It is easy to get overwhelmed during the process, so let Jerry Pinkas and the Real Estate Experts take some of the burden off your shoulders. Our agents are knowledgeable about the area and have many years of experience to put to use for you. We invite you to start your home search right here, on our website, and call us when you are ready to tour your favorite homes. It would be our pleasure to help you make the move to the coast and discover all Myrtle Beach has in store!
Pine Lakes in Myrtle Beach Take the Real Estate Tour
Take the first swing at your family's future with a new home in the golf course community of Pine Lakes. One of the oldest neighborhoods in Myrtle Beach, Pine Lakes is known for its convenient location, traditional homes, and its famous golf course "The Granddaddy." The Pine Lakes Country Club also offers plenty of amenities for your family, from a fitness center to fine dining. Plus, with a location at the north end of Myrtle Beach, Pine Lakes is close to everything including shopping, restaurants, and the pristine beaches. In fact, the beach is just a golf-cart ride, or an evening stroll, away. So, if you are considering moving your family to the Myrtle Beach area, let us give you an exclusive peek at the prestigious Pine Lakes.
A Closer Look
A crown jewel of Myrtle Beach, Pine Lakes is the most prestigious neighborhood in the area. Pine Lakes is home to many doctors and lawyers, as well as some of Myrtle Beach's "old money" families. With its lush landscaping including lakes and ponds, it is easy to see why so many families gladly call Pine Lakes their home. Homes in Pine Lakes vary in style from one another, but are generally conservative in their looks and often have finer interiors that feature hardwood floors, florida rooms, and fireplaces. In addition, these family-centric properties also feature large yards and spacious layouts, giving you plenty of room to roam. There is no "cookie cutter" feel to this neighborhood.
Don't let Pine Lakes fool you. Though this neighborhood is known for its "old money", there are homes of all price ranges available, from around $180,000 to over $1,000,000. So, whether you are on a budget or are looking for a luxury property, you are sure to find a home within your budget in Pine Lakes. Also, if you are planning to build your dream home, there are currently a few residential lots available that would make a great spot to plant your family's roots.
Finally, aside from its location and variety, Pine Lakes has its own country club! Established in 1927, the Pine Lakes Golf Club sits proudly among the lakes and the Carolina pines. The club is still family owned and operated which adds to the southern hospitality feel of this lovely neighborhood. If you are a golfer, we invite you to take the challenge of "The Granddaddy," one of Myrtle Beach's top courses. Newly renovated, the front nine has a new look and feel while the back nine has maintained the original design. Besides the golf course, the club offers tennis courts, a pool, social events, and much more.
Tradition is the key in Pine Lakes, and we would love to help you add your family to the neighborhood. Check out Pine Lakes Myrtle Beach real estate to see the current listings in the area.
Why Myrtle Beach?
We can thing of a hundred reasons why you should make Myrtle Beach your new address. But in today's blog, we will only list a few. For starters, living in Myrtle Beach is like a year-round vacation. With fine dining, live music, plenty of shopping, and so much more, every day is an opportunity to try something new. Or, if you are a more laid back kind of person, you can spend your time catching some rays on the beach, or boating on the Atlantic. There is always something to do in this bustling city.
Another plus about Myrtle Beach: The home prices won't break the bank. Whether you are looking for a vacation condo, or are planning to make Myrtle Beach your permanent home, keeping your budget should be a cinch. You can get a lot for your money in Myrtle Beach including some incredible amenities, as well as the natural water views.
For those who are making Myrtle Beach a permanent residence, the employment opportunities here are endless. The tourism industry provides a plethora of jobs in hospitality and hourly-wage positions. There are also management jobs that provide better pay and benefits. All in all, Myrtle Beach makes it possible to support a family.
Speaking of family, if you are moving the whole family to the area, you will be glad to know that students have a variety of choices for education. From private schools to two universities and a choice of trade schools, there is something for every student in Myrtle Beach. Our excellent schools are one of the main reasons families choose to call Myrtle Beach their new home.
If you would like to get a closer look at everything Myrtle Beach offers, here is a link to a website we think can answer your questions. After browsing through that site, your biggest question is bound to be "Why NOT Myrtle Beach?"
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Buying a new home can be a stressful time for any family. At Jerry Pinkas Real Estate Experts, we make it our goal to lighten the burden on you by putting our expertise to use. Known for our service, results, and innovation, we have created a positive image for our team in the Myrtle Beach area. Plus, we make efforts to give back to the community as much as possible.
As one of the top 250 real estate teams in the nation, we have experts in every aspect of real estate, from buying and selling to foreclosure properties and property management. You simply can't go wrong when working with Jerry Pinkas Real Estate Experts. We love living on the coast, and we strive to show you all the area has to offer you and your family. So call us today and let us show you why Myrtle Beach is the perfect permanent vacation!
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Homes for Sale in The Farm of Carolina Forest
Are you searching for a home in the Myrtle Beach area? Let us introduce you to the most popular community, Carolina Forest. Located just outside Myrtle Beach, this unincorporated area offers convenient access to Highway 31 as well as Grissom Parkway. For the beach bum of the family, sun and sand are only 10 minutes away. Plus, Myrtle Beach is close by, giving you access to its live music, fine dining, shopping, and everything this bustling city has to share. At The Farm, you can enjoy the peace and quiet of neighborhood living, while still keeping the big city amenities within reach. With the best of both world at your fingertips, it is easy to see why so many families are making The Farm their new address.
About Carolina Forest
The epitome of planned communities, Carolina Forest gives families access to some incredible amenities. For starters, there is an 11 acre community center where you will find basketball courts, fitness center, 8,000 square foot pool, sports fields, and the list goes on. For the golf enthusiast, Carolina Forest has three golf courses known as Man O' War golf club, The Wizard, and The Witch. So, grab your clubs and spend a sunny afternoon working on your swing. Or, with such easy access to major roads, ladies can enjoy a day of shopping at the Myrtle Beach boutiques and even Tanger Outlets and still be home in time for dinner with the family.
Carolina Forest also provides its own shopping areas, businesses, schools, and everything a town needs. Why settle for less when there are homes of all shapes and prices in this awesome neighborhood? Carolina Forest is the fastest growing area in the Myrtle Beach housing market, and is shaping up to provide homes for over 50,000 residents over time. Whatever your personal taste, Carolina Forest consists of a number of neighborhoods known as plantations. These plantations run the gamut of lifestyles: There are areas for those who are first-time home buyers, as well as luxury plantations with the homes of your wildest dreams. We hope you take a look around and find the perfect Carolina Forest neighborhood for you.
Introducing: The Farm
Relax in the quiet of life in The Farm! A wonderful neighborhood for families with children, The Farm is still a peaceful place for those without. The Farm has a unique aesthetic, offering stylish and up-to-date homes, yet the neighborhood plays with its old-fashioned name as there are silos, plows, and windmills peppered throughout the property. Prices on homes start in the mid $100's, and there are condos, townhomes, and single family homes blended within the neighborhood. If you are looking for new construction, D.R. Horton offers over 30 floor plans for The Farm, so you are sure to find a home that suits your family to a tee. Or, with the help of the Horton team, you can create your own! Either way, The Farm offers plenty of options for you to consider. Take a moment and peruse The Farm Carolina Forest homes for sale.
Living in The Farm, you have access to a true community, complete with The Farm at Carolina Forest HOA. These folks offer a neighborhood newsletter, calendar, and helpful tips about making The Farm your home. Another big bonus to living here is the 8,000 square foot pool and family area, which looks like a big red barn! There is even a public garden where you can put your farming skills to the test. For the family who loves to exercise, there are bike paths and a fitness center and plenty of room to roam. With such beautiful homes, plus the year-round temperate weather, The Farm is clearly a desirable neighborhood for any growing family.
The Farm isn't just for home owners, though. If you aren't ready to purchase a home due to finances, or your move is only temporary, you may want to take advantage of the properties in The Farm at Carolina Forest for rent. Our agents would be glad to guide you in that decision as well. Just because your finances aren't in tip-top shape, doesn't mean you can't live in a beautiful home. Sometimes, just taking the time to build your credit in a rental can make all the difference.
Whatever your home needs, whether a condo or a brand new property, you can find it all down on The Farm. But even if this neighborhood isn't your style, Carolina forest offers a number of other communities with their own flair. We can show you ANY property in Myrtle Beach, and we would be delighted to help you in your search. Feel free to give us a call when you find a home that feels like "The One" and we will give you a personal tour.
Myrtle Beach Life
Are you looking for year-round fun in the sun? Do you enjoy the finer things in life; waterfront views, award-winning golf courses, pristine beaches, and fine dining? If so, then it's time you make the move to Myrtle Beach! Whether you like to stay active or prefer a more laid-back agenda, this city has everything to offer you. Catch some rays on the beautiful beaches and watch the sun set over the Atlantic. Then, take your special someone to a finely-crafted dinner for two at one of the delicious restaurants on The Strip. Or, if you are a music buff, there is plenty of live entertainment to be heard. From Broadway at the Beach to The Carolina Opry, you are sure to find a show that pleases your ears. And, for the kid at heart, Myrtle Beach has its own seaside amusement park called Family Kingdom. It's all right here in Myrtle Beach, and we can't wait to introduce you!
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Moving can be one of the most stressful times in a person's life. With so much to do, from packing to making travel arrangements, it is easy to see why many people feel overwhelmed at the prospect of a move. At Jerry Pinkas Real Estate Experts, we are trained to make your home purchase as smooth as possible. You already have enough on your plate, let us help you make your Carolina Forest home search a cinch. Our agents have extensive knowledge of this popular neighborhood, as well as the entire Myrtle Beach area. As an added bonus, our search engines are user-friendly and make home hunting a stress-free task. We would be delighted to show you any of the homes in The Farm, or any neighborhood your heart desires. So, put our expertise to use and let us make your Myrtle Beach move a breeze!
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Newest Listings in Carolina Forest
By Jerry Pinkas
On this Friday, April 18th, we would like to share with you the Newest Listings in Carolina Forest. This popular and growing community is just on the outskirts of Myrtle Beach, but close to all of the conveniences. Carolina Forest has some of the best amenities around. There is a community center, library, 21,000 square foot recreation center, and homes come in a variety of styles and prices. Let us show you this well-planned community and help you make Carolina Forest your new address!
400 Newburgh Ct, Myrtle Beach
Very spacious home in a peaceful location in Berkshire Forest on a cul-de sac and lake. Very clean and well kept! 4 beds, 2.5 baths, formal dining room and 2 car garag...
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LOT 86 STARLIT WAY, Myrtle Beach
Walk within the wonders of Waterbridge with this fabulous Interior lot near the main entrance. Choose your own builder and no time frame in this luxurious gated community...
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6061 Middleton Drive, Myrtle Beach
Must see this amazing property backed up to a wooded reserve in the Prestigious & Beautiful Waterway Palms a gated community minutes from the beach! Build your dream home...
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7017 Birnamwood Court, Myrtle Beach
Beautiful 2-story home abutting a conservation area in the rear. 4 bedrooms 2.5 baths w/Carolina rm; formal dining; large eat-in kitchen w/breakfast bar, Bosche dishwashe...
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Ph 1 Lot 242 Fiddlehead Way lot 242, Myrtle Beach
Lake lot just a short walk to the Pool ready for you to Custom build your dream home on. No time frame to build. Waterbridge has a World Class Clubhouse and Pool that you...
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101 Wyandot Court, Myrtle Beach
You will fall in love with this layout! Popular Olympic floor plan nestled on a corner lot in quiet community of only 96 homes. Plenty of space in this 4 BD/3.5BA home! ...
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2920 Scarecrow Way, Myrtle Beach
This prestigious home is what you are searching for.Come relax on your huge screen porch overlooking a lake.The Farm has 2 pools,clubhouse,basketball court,fitness center...
- Beds 5
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349 North Bar Court, Myrtle Beach
Grab your piece of paradise with this wooded lot in a Cul-de-sac. This is an all brick or stucco upscale home community and the best part is that there is no time frame i...
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958 Henry James Drive, Myrtle Beach
Grab your piece of Paradise with this Custom Brick Home featuring 3 Bedrooms and 2.5 Baths and Study located on a Private Wooded Home Site. Home has many Upgraded Feature...
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2134 Seneca Ridge Drive, Myrtle Beach
Absolutely stunning lakefront home in much desired Park Point section of Avalon. This home is 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bath, with over 2600 heated square feet of utilized living s...
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The Park at Forestbrook Myrtle Beach
By Jerry Pinkas
The newest homes for sale in The Park at Forestbrook Myrtle Beach are the focus of today's blog. Located just north of Highway 544, this gated community offers new construction homes and six plans from which you can choose. Prices range from $126,000 to $167,000 and these homes feature at least three bedrooms and two bathrooms, perfect for a growing family. If you would like to arrange a tour of any of these homes, give us a call today. We know you will love coastal living and we can't wait to introduce you to your new home in The Park at Forestbrook.
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502 Running Deer Trail, Myrtle Beach
The Park at Forestbrook is a quiet, gated, well maintained community of only 49 homesites. Conveniently located just north of Hwy 544 on Forestbrook Rd. it has easy acce...
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500 Running Deer Trail, Myrtle Beach
The Park at Forestbrook is a quiet, gated, well maintained community of only 49 homesites. Conveniently located just north of Hwy 544 on Forestbrook Rd. it has easy acce...
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3981 Tiger Paw Ln, Myrtle Beach
The Park at Forestbrook is a quiet, gated, well maintained community of only 49 homesites. Conveniently located just north of Hwy 544 on Forestbrook Rd. it has easy acce...
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3981 Tiger Paw Ln, Myrtle Beach
The Park at Forestbrook is a quiet, gated, well maintained community of only 49 homesites. Conveniently located just north of Hwy 544 on Forestbrook Rd. it has easy acce...
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3981 Tiger Paw Ln, Myrtle Beach
The Park at Forestbrook is a quiet, gated, well maintained community of only 49 homesites. Conveniently located just north of Hwy 544 on Forestbrook Rd. it has easy acce...
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3981 Tiger Paw Ln, Myrtle Beach
The Park at Forestbrook is a quiet, gated, well maintained community of only 49 homesites. Conveniently located just north of Hwy 544 on Forestbrook Rd. it has easy acce...
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Toy Story of Terror picks up after the events of Toy Story 3, following everyone's favorite gang of animated inanimate objects as they endure a spooky night in a motel where a mysterious figure keeps picking them off one by one. The longest Toy Story short film to date, it first aired on TV last Fall as a Halloween special and now it's finally hitting… Continue reading 'Toy Story of Terror' Toy Giveaway: Win The Movie, Plus: Buzz, Jessie, and Combat Carl Toys
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Facebook Releases 'Camera' Mobile Photo App
Just a few weeks after agreeing to buy photo-sharing app Instagram for $1 billion, Facebook has moved ahead with the unveiling of a new app for sharing photos on mobile phones, dubbed "Camera."
Facebook said in a blog post Thursday that users of Camera can get a steady stream of photos from their contacts on the site, and sort through them with a few taps on an iPhone. The app is slated to be available on Apple's App Store later in the day.
"Now you can quickly share multiple photos all at once instead of having to post one at a time," Facebook product manager Dirk Stoop wrote.
The unveiling of a flashy mobile app comes as Facebook aims to address questions about its ability to make money from its popularity on mobile devices, in the same way it has on desktop computers.
The Camera app was developed independently of Instagram, and doesn't include any related technology. It's not clear what this means about the fate of the Instagram app, but it shows Facebook was already developing its own photo app before it made the acquisition.
Facebook has said that it planned "to maintain Instagram's products as independent mobile applications to enhance our photos product offerings." The deal hasn't closed yet, still subject to regulatory approval.
Facebook agreed to acquire Instagram in April for $300 million in cash plus nearly 23 million shares, which are worth about $745 million at Thursday share price of $32.38.
Facebook's progress in mobile has come under much scrutiny of late. The company makes a relatively limited version of its site available on devices, and it cautioned just prior to its IPO last week that growing mobile usage was leading to a far bigger number of active users of the site than advertisements being displayed. Facebook's revenue is largely dependent on online display ads.
In addition to easy sorting and posting of photos Camera is designed to let users edit pictures and add filters to them, while adding captions.


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Winter Storm Hercules unleashed heavy snow and winds this past weekend leaving most people stuck in their homes trying to keep warm. Now that winter has officially arrived and temperatures are expected to reach record breaking lows beginning tomorrow, you can expect those heating bills should quickly skyrocket as well.
With the help of The Family Handyman—the #1 in DIY Home Improvement—there may just be a solution to keep you and your family safe and warm without breaking the bank. The experts have compiled a simple and easy-to-do list of home energy conservation tips.
Here are a few ways to keep warm and still conserve energy this winter:
· Stop fireplace heat loss: Wood-burning fireplaces can warm up a room, but more often, they rob a house of heat by letting it escape up the chimney. If you have a modern fireplace with a cold air intake from outside, make sure you equip it with an airtight door. If you have an older fireplace that uses room air for combustion, equip it with a door that has operable vents. And only keep those vents open when you have a fire in the fireplace. Otherwise, heat will constantly be sucked out of the house.
· Install quilted curtains to block draft: If you're turning up the heat in the house to compensate for drafty windows, consider quilted curtains, which can increase your comfort and let you keep the temp down. The curtains are available in various colors, patterns and sizes.
· Turn down the heat and still be comfortable: We all know the mantra by now— turn down the thermostat during the winter months and you'll save money. And it's true. But turning down the heat has a big drawback—you have to wear extra clothes to stay warm. The solution? Use a space heater to stay comfortable in the room where family members gather, like the living room. The heaters work best in walled-in rooms, where the heat can be contained.
· Make your windows work for you: Keep the blinds or drapes on windows with direct sun exposure (usually on the south side of the house) open to let sunlight heat the room. Heating doesn't get any cheaper than this! At night, close the blinds or drapes to cover the cold glass.
· Cut heat loss with storm windows: Storm windows aren't new, but they're definitely improved: New ones open and close and can be left on year-round. Some offer low-emissivity coatings to further cut heat loss. You can use low-e versions even if your windows already have a low-e coating. If you have single-pane windows, installing storm windows is one of the most cost-effective improvements you can make to reduce heat loss.
· Seal basement air leaks: Sill plates and rim joists are usually poorly insulated (if at all) and very leaky. So if you have an unfinished basement, grab some silicone or acrylic latex caulk to seal the sill plate. If you simply have fiberglass insulation stuffed against the rim joist, pull it out. Run a bead of caulk between the edge of the sill plate and the top of the foundation wall. Use expanding spray foam anywhere there are gaps larger than 1/4 in. between the sill and the foundation. For hollow-block foundations, stuff fiberglass insulation in the holes, then seal it with expanding foam.
· Use an infrared thermometer to find drafts: If your home is drafty, check it with a thermal leak detector or infrared thermometer. The battery-operated hand-held tool uses infrared sensors to identify spots that are warmer or colder than the surrounding area, signifying an air leak or poor insulation. Of course, you have to do some detective work to figure out the problem and how to fix it. The detectors are available at some home centers and online.
· Add attic insulation: In most homes, adding insulation in the attic will cut heat loss. At a minimum, homes should have attic insulation between R-22 and R-49 (6 to 13 in. of loose fill or 7 to 19 in. of fiberglass batts). Stick your head through the attic access door and measure how much insulation you have. If your insulation is at or below the minimum, adding some will lower your heating bills.
· Get an energy audit: A surefire way to find air leaks and identify insulation problems is to have an energy audit. The audit, which takes two to three hours, uses a blower door test and an infrared camera to pinpoint leaks and identifies ways to improve energy efficiency.
Please visit The Family Handyman to find more ways to keep warm this winter and how to prevent frozen pipes.
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Higher Education Sustainability Initiative - Business School Lausanne
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Achievement of Commitment- We promise to continue taking consistent action towards implementing sustainability across everything we do.
- We have committed to transparency with our dual membership at UN Global Compact (since 2006) and PRME (since 2011).
How this will be achieved- We are fully committed to educating globally responsible leaders and to contribute with relevant research to a sustainable economy and society.
- We will have integrated sustainability across all our undergraduate programs and courses by 2014.
- We are a founding partner of the World Business School Council for Sustainable Business (www.wbscsb.com) and a key driver of the multi-stakeholder initiative 50 + 20 (www.50plus20.org) developing a radically new vision for management education of the future. As such, we will evaluate how we can apply relevant parts of this vision in our new organization, the educational, research and public engagement sectors
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I never understand why people post how disgusted they are by the thread...you're on a manga forum, full of threads regarding fictional stories, but you still want to talk about it like your neighbor is actually doing this.
Anyway, I just caught up with the SOS spinoff, so I'm voting for Raika. But, for those of you who cannot leave logic at the door, if he actually ended up with Sora, it would be in some time skip or in an epilogue.


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Junior Seau Dead in Apparent Suicide
Seau's family arrived on the scene around noon, and were absolutely distraught. His mom, Louisa, between sobs said, "Show your love to my son," and rhetorically asked God to "take me" instead of her son.
His sister, Annette, asked the media to "honor his last day and give us some kind of peace and privacy."
Close to 250 friends, family members, and fans have gathered around Seau's home in a prayer vigil.
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Junior Seau is dead.
His death was confirmed by the Oceanside, California police.
He was 43.
The police said the former NFL star died in an apparent suicide via a self-inflicted gunshot to the chest.
Cops responded to a 911 call placed around 9:35 a.m. PT by his girlfriend.
Paramedics tried to revive Seau, but were unable to resuscitate him.
The police said they are still investigating the death, and noted they found a handgun by the body.
In 2010, Seau drove his Cadillac SUV off a cliff in California, but later said it was not a suicide attempt, and that he fell asleep at the wheel.
That incident occurred the hours after his arrest on suspicion of domestic violence against a 25-year-old girlfriend.
Seau leaves behind three children, to whom he reportedly sent text messages expressing his love on Tuesday, according to TMZ.
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Venue Considerations
The location of the reception venue is important; it must be close (no more than a 30 minute drive) to the wedding ceremony venue.
Size is important: ideally, there should be separate areas for drinks, dining and post-meal entertainment (e.g. disco). If the venue is too small for both, a marquee for the reception drinks or the dinner may be erected.
Some venues come with suppliers or in-house facilities that must be used. Other venues allow for external suppliers to be brought in. For obvious financial reasons, most venues prefer to provide the catering.
Historical Properties
Historical properties, although they are frequently subject to restrictions, are popular choices for both ceremonies and receptions. Often, they are large enough to host the whole day and can accommodate the bride and groom, wedding party and guests overnight.
Unusual venues
Many couples are looking for something a bit different - unusual wedding venues get booked up quickly so must be chosen well in advance. The facilities and infrastructure must be carefully checked; it is important that style is not favoured over substance.
There must be plenty of lavatories (allow one per 40 guests) of a decent standard and accessible to the elderly and disabled. It is advisable to request a separate dressing area with facilities for the bride, mother of the bride and chief bridesmaid, if they are non-residents; the bride can then touch up her make-up in private and avoid queuing.
Some venues will provide an extra room for children. This can be an area for them to have a rest, and may even provide supervised entertainment such as a computer game console or a television.
Sufficient parking for wedding guests and suppliers must be provided. It is a good idea to find out whether non-resident guests are able to leave their cars at the venue overnight. This is a useful facility for guests who have a few drinks and are happy to pick up their vehicles the following day.
Hotel Weddings
Wedding packages at hotels will often include an allocation of rooms or special rates for guests. The bride and groom should read through the details carefully to ensure that they are not out of pocket if hotel rooms are not taken. They should also check how many nights the wedding package stipulates - some deals, usually ones for exclusive hire, require two nights accommodation which may be too much to ask of the average wedding guest.
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Decaesed Online (www.deceasedonline.com) has announced that it has completed its upload of records for Brompton Cemetery in London, some 205,000 in total.
My new book, Tracing Your Irish Family History on the Internet, is now available from Pen and Sword. My Scottish land and church records ebooks are available at http://www.gen-ebooks.com/unlock-the-past.html, whilst my next Pharos Scottish course, Scottish Research Online, starts Sep 4th - see http://pharostutors.com/details.php?coursenumber=102. Time to smash a few brick walls...!
The GENES Blog (GEnealogy News and EventS): Top stories concerning British Isles and diaspora ancestral research, from Irish born Scottish based professional family historian, author and tutor Chris Paton. Feel free to quote from this blog, but please credit The GENES Blog if you do so. To contact me please email chrismpaton @ outlook.com. Happy hunting!
Friday, 14 June 2013
Brompton Cemetery records complete on Deceased Online
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2016 Season Opens September 17th!!
Open to the public for hayrides and pumpkin picking last two weekends in September, every weekend in October and Columbus Day 10am-6pm
- A very reasonable $10 admission includes your horsedrawn hayride to the patch and any sized pumpkin. Extra charge for pony rides and the five acre corn maze. Children under three are free. Memories- Priceless!!
- The gift barn, farm market, and pumpkin sales in the yard are open daily 10-5pm
- Don't care to go for the ride? We have a huge selection of pumpkins in the yard along with a variety of squash, gourds, apples, fresh apple cider, Indian corn, corn stalks, straw bales, hardy mums, and so much more!
- Fresh Kettle Corn made here on the farm on the weekend!
- Weekday barn visits, hayrides and ponyride fun is by reservation only. Email Mrs. Kelkenberg or give us a call!
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Eat Your Way to Healthy Hair
This entry was posted on February 12, 2008.
A woman's diet can make all the difference... inside your body and out! Just like your skin, hair can really benefit from your nutritional diet. Being proactive by having an advantageous diet can keep your hair strong, beautiful and lustrous. Having bad eating habits can even contribute to hair loss in some cases. In fact, there are specific foods that can help your hair in all the right places.
There are essential fatty acids that are necessary to maintain you skin, hair, and nails. You should eat some of these foods, which are affluent in omega-3 fatty acids, every day:
- Tuna, mackerel, and other fish that have a lot of natural fats
- Flaxseed oil
- Walnuts and almonds
Vitamins B-6, B-12, and folic acerbic are equally important to your hair. Vegetarians and vegans generally don't get enough of these vitamins.Good sources of vitamin B-6 cover bananas, potatoes (both white and sweet), and spinach.
Eating plenty of fruits and vegetables -- like citrus fruits and tomatoes -- will assist you in getting proper amounts of folic acid. Whole atom and adherent atom products, beans, and lentils accommodate folic acid. Major sources of B-12 cover meat, poultry, fish, and dairy products.
Protein is another source that benefits keeping your hair healthy, but generally don't get enough of it on a daily basis. Make sure you eat lean meats like fish, chicken, eggs, and soy articles are acceptable sources of protein. Try to avoid meats with a lot of fats.
Because trace minerals like magnesium and zinc can also affect hair, it's also advised to take a good multivitamin every day. This will not only help your hair, but will keep you body in good general working order.
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Jan. 30, 2013
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Season tickets are still available to watch the defending national champion Alabama softball team in 2013. Brickyard season tickets are available, located in the tiered seating behind the right and center field fence.
Brickyard general admission season tickets cost $40. The ticket office has sold 466 season tickets in the Brickyard and is looking to move that total to 500.
The Crimson Tide continues to break NCAA records in attendance and is looking to become the first softball team in the country to reach 100,000 fans in a season. En route to winning its first national championship, 91,541 went through the gates at Rhoads Stadium in 2012.
Alabama has welcomed more than 60,000 fans each season since 2008. Rhoads Stadium, with the addition to the Brickyard in 2012, now seats nearly 4,000 – one of the largest softball venues in the country.
The Tide will open its home portion of the 2013 schedule against South Alabama on Tuesday, Feb. 12. Alabama will then host the Easton Bama Bash presented by Drash and the Easton Classic. Southeastern Conference play starts in Tuscaloosa against rival Auburn on March 22.
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The forgetful functor from the category of $\lambda$-rings to that of rings has a right adjoint in the form of the universal $\lambda$ functor $\Lambda$, which is isomorphic to the big Witt vectors functor. But, does the forgetful functor have a left adjoint? Some kind of free $\lambda$-ring functor?
EDIT: I see this as obviously true when I forget all the way down to sets. But, I only want to forget down to the category of commutative rings. Would it just be to take the free ring on all the elements, mod out by the $\lambda$ relations and all the ring relations?


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The overhead for a single instance is not too scary. For multiple installations, however, administration is like battling the Hydra – chop off one head, and two new ones grow to replace it.
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Nightride FM was a radio station in Grand Theft Auto V, and its host was supposed to be DJ Kavinsky. Announced in early 2012 and confirmed by Kavinsky himself, the station has since then completely vanished, and does not seem to be included in GTA V.
DJ: Kavinsky, real name Vincent Belorgey, a former actor 2001-2007 and musician since 2006. He has toured alongside Justice, Daft Punk and SebastiAn. He is most famous for the song "Nightcall", which was featured in the film Drive (also in 2011, his music was also featured in the film The Lincoln Lawyer). SebastiAn's remix of his song "Testarossa Autodrive" appears on GTA IV's Electro-Choc.


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In the study of innovation, the concept of accidental or serendipitous discovery is a well-known phenomenon, as seen in the work of Michael van Hove and Robert F Brands in these pages.
One particularly interesting example of accidental innovation is that of Henry Bessemer's converter that was used to increase the speed of steel production. As recounted in John Steele Gordon's An Empire of Wealth, Bessemer was working in 1856 in the field of military weaponry and had invented an improved artillery shell that proved too strong for the weaker cast-iron cannons of that era. Bessemer was attempting to create a stronger metal for cannon tubes when a gust of wind in his workshop hit molten iron. The gust of wind added oxygen to the iron and carbon in the molten metal and removed the impurities from the mixture. The end result was purified steel. Bessemer's invention revolutionized the steel industry and drove growth throughout the American economy.
Another example of accidental innovation, the case of gunpowder, is cited by Mark Robinson in a 2002 article in Wired. The concoction that we know today as gunpowder was originally investigated as a way to prolong life but accidentally found to have explosive properties.
Building on the concept of accidental innovation, a recent National Public Radio interview with the British author Simon Garfield suggests another possible approach to innovation – wrong way innovation. The impetus behind this is Garfield's assertion in his new book, On the Map, that Christopher Columbus intentionally went the wrong way to lead to his great discovery. Garfield states that Columbus was likely armed with knowledge of a westward route to Asia from "a recent printing of Ptolemy, The Travels of Marco Polo and a letter of guidance from Paolo dal Pozzo Toscanelli, the Florentine physician and astronomer who decades earlier had suggested to the King of Portugal that a journey to the riches of Asia might be attained far more easily by sailing westward rather than around the base of Africa." Columbus, though, believed that his journey to Asia would be 2,400 nautical miles, which is one-fifth of the actual amount, and thus Columbus's vision for success hinged on maps that were distortions of reality. Had he been armed with knowledge of the true distance to Asia, Columbus might have never attempted the journey.
Garfield also observes that distortion is a powerful tool for mapmakers, and perhaps the most famous map that presents a distorted view of reality is that of the London Underground. The iconic Tube map is revered for its simplicity and colorful presentation of a complex system, though the scale leaves something to be desired as the distance between stops is not consistent (some stops are a few hundred yards apart, while others are miles apart). Nonetheless, the Tube map is incredibly useful and the staple of anyone navigating across the city.
Thinking about how distortions, or indeed incorrect information, can lead to successful discovery suggests the possibility that there is value in wrong way innovation. That is, by heading in the wrong direction, whether intentionally or inadvertently, an innovator can achieve success in spite of his or her starting point.
Echoing this point, a recent book review in the Wall Street Journal by Laura J. Snyder examines authors who investigate the field of alchemy to look for linkages to modern science. Snyder reviews John Glassie's biography of Athanasius Kircher, a German Jesuit priest in the 1600s, who dabbled in research topics including the properties of light, language, medicine, and mathematics. Snyder notes that Kircher's work in the field of natural magic reveals how "erroneous ideas about investigating nature helped lead to modern science." Snyder states that by developing hypotheses that eventually were shown to be false, Kircher unintentionally pushed forward the boundaries of science. For modern scientists who are familiar with the concept of disproving the null hypothesis, the idea of investigating an erroneous explanation for an event rings true. Glassie even argues that Isaac Newton could have read Kircher's work, given their shared focus on topics ranging from sundials to optics to alchemy.
What these anecdotes suggest is that the most logical path to innovation may not always be the best approach. Innovation practitioners who find themselves struggling to develop a new approach to solve a problem may want to consider intentionally heading in an opposite direction from their previous plan, or may want to try a distorted view of their problem to see if this different perspective yields insights into the problem they are trying to solve.
The innovator could formulate a hypothesis to explain a phenomenon, then translate that statement into a null hypothesis and spend time investigating that concept with the workshop participants to see what insights can be derived from this approach. For example, an innovation team focused on developing insights into making a product smaller and lighter might spend a little time thinking about reasons why the product should be larger and heavier. Some of the new thinking resulting from this counter-intuitive approach could yield unexpected insights into what the team is really trying to accomplish. Like a driver on a road trip who makes a wrong turn but ends up discovering something even more meaningful than what was intended at the original destination, the innovation leader who is willing to try a different path may end up deriving new insights by heading in what initially is viewed as the "wrong" direction.
Sources: Laura J. Snyder, "The Sorcerer's Apprentices," Wall Street Journal (January 5-6, 2013), p. C8. Simon Garfield, On the Map: A Mind-Expanding Exploration of the Way the World Looks (New York: Gotham Books, 2013). John Steele Gordon, Empire of Wealth: The Epic History of American Economic Power (New York: Harper Perennial, 2005). John Glassie, A Man of Misconceptions (New York: Riverhead, 2013). image credit: two arrows image from bigstock
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JRTCA National Trial
The 2015 National Trial was held October 9-11 at the Washington County Agricultural Center near Hagerstown, Maryland.
October 9, 10 and 11, 2015Washington County Agricultural Center
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The next JRTCA National Trial starts in 103 days (October 7-9, 2016) at the Washington County Agricultural Center near Hagerstown, Maryland.
The 2015 National Trial was held October 9-11 at the Washington County Agricultural Center near Hagerstown, Maryland. It is a very nice facility with several buildings and pavilions. The location is just seven miles off I-70 - it is near the intersection of I-70 and I-81, offering easy access from all directions.
Important Notices
- The 2015 National Trial Flyer is available.
- The 2015 Members Advertising Form is available.
- The 2015 Commercial Advertising Form is available.
- The 2015 National Trial Class Sponsorships Form is available.
- The 2015 National Trial Camping Form is available.
- The 2015 National Trial Vendor Contract Form is available.
- Please review the National Trial page on the JRTCA Members Only site.
- The 2015 National Trial marks the 33rd year of Nationals Trials.
- NO POST ENTRIES. Entries MUST be postmarked by 9/11/2015. Please carefully review entry form before mailing, and confirmation when received. There will be NO changes, additions, or substitutions allowed after the deadline. The only exceptions will be if a terrier has been entered under the wrong coat or height division, or for the working classes as noted below.
- TERRIERS MAY NOT ENTER BOTH THE OPEN & WORKING SECTIONS OR cross-enter WITHIN THE OPEN SECTION of the conformation division.
- All National Trial exhibitors and owners MUST be current members of the JRTCA.
- Note: Agility judge will give briefing and walk-through to OWNERS ONLY prior to each class. There will be NO practice runs.
- Puppies are eligible to compete only if they have reached their four-month birthday; i.e., four months to the date of their birth, NOT 16 weeks.
- Refunds for classes will be given only in cases of accident or illness to a terrier or owner, or for bitches in heat; situations must be documented in writing. Refunds provided by mail within 30 days following the trial.
- No dogs other than Jack Russell Terriers will be permitted on the trial grounds for any reason.
- Pups under the age of four months, and bitches in season, are not permitted on the trial grounds. Anyone violating trial rules will be excused from all classes and asked to leave the trial site; no refunds will be given. In addition, violations will be documented, and violators may be subject to additional penalties.
- Anyone wishing to sell items at the National Trial must register as a vendor; contact the club office at 410-561-3655 for a vendor application or further information. Absolutely no merchandise of any type may be sold at the trial, either from the vendor area or exhibitor area, unless registered as a vendor.
- Breakfast, lunch, and refreshments will be available throughout the trial.
- No displaying of puppies for sale on site, including advertising signage of puppies for sale.
2015 National Trial Judges
Conformation Judges
- Doug Tack, NJ - Ring 1
- Tanja Walter, MA - Ring 2
Go-to-Ground Judges
- Jim Eslinger, MD
- Bonita Knickmeyer, MO
- Terry Grainger, NY
- Debra West, TX
Judges for Other Divisions
- Doug Loranger - Racing
- Marguerite Plank - Obedience [updated]
- Dayna Dreger - Rally-O
- Mike Conroy - Agility
- Eric Bartlett - Trailing and Locating
Map/Directions to the National Trial Site
The trial site is exit 29 off I-70 (you will see a sign for the Outlets); off ramp, turn left onto Rt 65 (Sharpsburg Pike) and go approximately 7 miles to the Washington County Ag Center on left. When you enter the site, bear left and go all the way back on that road - site is in the back. The Clarion Hotel is one exit south, exit #32B - it is about 3 miles off the interstate on the left, about 12 miles from the trial site.


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How Soon Can I Refinance After Taking Out a Mortgage?
Original post by Carol Deeb of Demand Media
Finding yourself in need of refinancing directly after closing on a mortgage for your house can happen for a variety of reasons. You may have experienced an emergency that requires you to take cash from your equity or down payment. Alternatively, if the interest rates dropped, you can save money by refinancing with more favorable terms. Perhaps you would like to remove a co-signer or add another person to your note. Regardless of the reason, you should consider important factors before you refinance.
There is no law to prevent you from refinancing your loan as soon as you close a mortgage on your house. However, that doesn't mean that it's always a good idea to do so. Even though you are legally able to refinance right away, your mortgage note may contain clauses that delay you from doing so. Lenders make money from the interest charged over the course of your loan. Therefore, provisions in your mortgage may be written in such a way as to prevent you from refinancing with another lender too soon.
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Some mortgages specify prepayment penalties if you refinance before a certain amount of time, such as six months or one year. The cost can range from a percentage of the loan amount to a few months of interest payments. This can reduce the benefit of refinancing. If you wrap the penalty into the new loan, then you have increased the principal balance that you will be paying off for up to 30 years. Sometimes loans specify that the prepayment penalty does not apply if you sell your home.
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If you want to refinance to draw cash out of your equity to remodel, consolidate bills or for some other reason, you may have to wait. When the real estate market is rising quickly, you can take advantage of the equity in your home right away. However, if home prices are stabilized or decreasing, you will have to wait to refinance until other similar homes in your area sell for more than what you paid. If you want the best refinance rate, then you shouldn't borrow more than 80 percent of the value of your home. Therefore, when you think your equity is more than 20 percent, it may be time to shop around for a new loan.
Even though you may be able to refinance your mortgage as soon as you close your loan, it may not be financially wise to do so. Unless you purchase a no-cost loan, which may carry a higher interest rate or wrap fees into the new loan, there will be an expense when you refinance. You can pay fees for the appraisal (which may be waived if there is a recent one on file), origination fee, discount points, escrow charges and prepaid insurance and taxes, as an example of the costs involved with refinancing.
- MortgageLoan.com; How Soon Can Your Refinance Your Current Mortgage?; Peter King
- Total Mortgage Services: How Soon Can I Refinance My Mortgage After Purchasing a Home?
- Bankrate.com; When to Refinance Your Mortgage; Don Taylor; 2009
- LendingTree: Mortgage Refinancing Basics
About the Author
Carol Deeb has been editing and writing professionally since 1988. Her work has appeared in "The Bugle," "Be" magazine, "Canticle" and a book on education. In addition, she is a real-estate investor and business owner. She also has professional work experience in human resources. Deeb holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from San Diego State University.


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