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What brought you to the NC Mountains?

I fell in love with the Blue Ridge Mountains as a teen when I was at Camp Yonahlossee, a summer camp for girls. Later I brought my family to see the area I loved. After a few years of skiing in the winter and hiking and horse-back riding the trails in the summer, we moved here full-time in 1979!

What about Marty?

Though I seem to be a workaholic with my real estate, I treasure my time at home and enjoy ‘nesting’ whether it is entertaining friends, cooking for a friend-in-need, reading, listening to music, gardening, needlework projects while watching TV.
 It is hard for me to keep still!
Dining out with friends at the wide variety of local restaurants is always a delight as well as keeping up with the latest movie releases. I also enjoy hiking, biking, fun times at Lake James and  antiquing everywhere!
Travelling is also a passion. Our last overseas trip was to Uganda to visit family who were doing medical mission work. Learning about the culture was fascinating - a real education!

What about my family?

I have raised 2 sons in Boone. Going through the school systems, I became well acquainted with each of the schools. We were very active in school activities, sports, scouts, and skiing. One son has now returned to Boone and is also a Realtor! Interest in Real Estate definitely runs in the family!

How did you discover Real Estate?

The first real estate course I attended was in Sapporo, Japan in 1970! After our move to the NC Mountains, my husband opened his own real estate office, selling and developing tracts of land. It was a natural fit for me – I am an extroverted person with a curiosity and love to get to know people. I enjoy previewing houses and analyzing what they need to make them better. It is fun to match people to just the right house to fit their needs! I treat everyone like I would like to be treated. Honesty, integrity, and communication are keys to a good Real Estate relationship. I have often been called a ‘people person’.
I've been at this for many years and it continues to be rewarding and enjoyable.

Marty


And then there are the credentials...

Over the years, I have enjoyed updating my real estate knowledge -

  1. 1972, a Florida real estate license
  2. 1986, a NC real estate license
  3. GRI” designation - Graduate Realtors Institute. Only 10% of Realtor nationwide have earned their GRI.
  4. Accredited Buyer’s Agent (ABR) designation, only 5% of NC Realtors have this designation.
  5. Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) – the highest designation awarded to a Broker in the residential sales field . Only 5% of all real estate professionals have a CRS, which includes:

    A mix of Experience and Sales

    The highest Standard of Ethics

    A focus on Home Buying & Selling

    Technological Expertise

    An ability to maximize profits and minimize costs

    1. e-Pro designation- educated with the technology to meet your online needs.

      Tax-Free Exchanges – I have had instruction through classes, been an agent involved with tax-free exchanges, and have been a participant in tax-free exchanges. With this knowledge, I will be better able to help you with your own real estate exchange.

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    Marty Rice
    Coldwell Banker Blair and Associates

    2408 Highway 105 South
    Boone, NC, 28607
    TOLL FREE: 800-473-2653
    OFFICE: 828-262-1836
    MOBILE: 828-773-1874
    DIRECT:: 828-264-8000
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    I can make your move to The High Country a great experience – whether you are an investor, family, or young professional!

    If you are an App State parent looking to purchase student housing, call me for expert advice on how to get into a townhouse with a low down payment plus closing costs.

    If you are looking for a seasonal home, count on me to find you the vacation communities that cater to your interests!

    If you are moving your family here, count on me to find you the perfect home and get you acquainted with the community.

    I have lived and been involved in The High Country since 1979 - raised my family here. I know the doctors, attorneys, schools, churches, and all the sports teams!

    Let me be your "High Country Connection" to acquaint you with our beautiful Blue Ridge Mountain community!

    Are you planning to sell? I will customize a Comparative Market Analysis just for you. My skill at pricing homes, marketing strategies, commitment to service and communication has helped sell my homes in record time. Just call or email me – I would love to make your next move the best you’ve ever made!

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