Larry Story

"Discover the Difference"

I'm a:	Real Estate Professional
Company:	Coldwell Banker Triad
Location:	Greensboro High Point Summerfield Oak Ridge Winston Salem Jamestown View all locations...
Web sites:	One of my blogs
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Phone:	(336) 327-1841

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About Me

I am a full time Real Estate Broker that specializes in residential homes. I prefer to market and sell your home rather than just "list" it.

Your agent for life whether you buy or sell I am the broker that stands for YOU.

Value, it is one of the most important terms in real estate. My goal is to focus on value and work with my selling clients to achieve the best price for their home and work with my home buying clients to find their perfect home suited just for them. I do not see myself in sales but rather in consulting. I am here to help you and your family make the best decision for you. My job as I see it is to consult and help you in any way possible to make your real estate dreams and wishes come true whether it is domestic or international. Discover the difference and let me show you the value of all the great resources that Coldwell Banker brings to the table.
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Proud father of three children
Active volunteer Greyhound Friends of North Carolina and father of four "furkids"
Member First Presbyterian Church
Volunteer for Habitat for Humanity
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Bachelor of Science Business Administration The Citadel Charleston, South Carolina
Member National Association of Realtors
Member of the Greensboro Regional Realtors Association
Member of the North Carolina Association of Realtors
SRES Senoir Real Estate Specialist
CHMS Certified Home Marketing Specialist
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Over twenty years of professional domestic and international negotiations.
Twenty five years of management experience
Dedicated Full Time Real Estate Professional
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SPECIALTY MARKETS
Vacation/Second
Farm & Ranch
Buyer Representative
Luxury Properties
Military Markets
Relocation
Retirement
First Time Buyers
Recreational
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Testimonials

"First off I want to say THANK YOU, I actually can not THANK YOU enough. You went above and beyond for us. I only hope we can one day pay you back by most defiantly referring anyone we know (including ourselves) to you for the purchase of a home. I admire you and your southern hospitality greatly and appreciate everything you have done. I know I would have been much more of a mess trying to deal with the management company if you would not have been involved. Your presence in this relocation has been enormously helpful. You are a wonderful Realtor and resource. I also want to apologize for being a nuisance at any time (as I know I have been). Relocating with 2 toddlers and the issues that arose from trying to rent our own home and finding a home there at the same time, defiantly stressed me out more then usual. I am looking forward to a much calmer environment once we get there, and this is all done. So THANK YOU LARRY so very much for all you have done and all the help I know you will be in helping us find a permanent home in Greensboro (without the management company :))."
Annie Benson Wed Jul 2

""It is now official. Our previous townhouse has gone under contract. It took a whopping four days to sell. Our agent, Larry Story with Coldwell Banker has done an awesome job with everything he has done for us. He helped us to acquire our current home and to sell our previous townhouse in record time. Thanks Larry.""
Frank Mueller Thu May 15

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Hello Real Estate professionals. My Name is Jimmmie and I will be taking my state exam very soon.

Asked Wed Nov 12 2008, 17:04 by Jimmie - Burlington - Agent2Agent - 6 answers

Larry Story answered:

Jimmie,
Welcome to the Biz. Sales are fine as long as you concentrate on the markets that are moving. You will find that just like any other business things and cycles are always changing. I think of this not as a "Down Market" but, simply a "Different Market". I am personally busy but, it is because I am constantly evaluating the market in our area and periodically shifting my focus on future business. You can start out part-time and I understand the concerns on the financial front. My advice to you is to go for a firm with a good training background that can give a person new to the industry all the tools to get started. We are always looking for good, and hungry agents to add and if you like I can talk to you about your future whenever you are ready.

Larry Story
Broker CHMS, SRES
Coldwell Banker Triad Realtor's - Wed Nov 12 2008, 19:44

I want to buy and fix homes up to sell or rent.Where do I start?

Asked Sat Nov 8 2008, 10:08 by Jason Wilson - Roanoke Rapids - Remodel & Renovate - 2 answers

Larry Story answered:

Jason,
Your starting place shoud be your budget. Figure out how much you can invest. Just remember when flipping you have to include carrying costs. You must also pad the total budget for unforseen problems. With a construction background you may do your own inspection but, certain systems if you are not strong in have a professional do them. Remember though when it comes to selling do not be greedy. But, of course you do not want to leave money on the table. Get a good selling agent to be aggressive and find you a buyer not just list your home. I can go on and on but, these are some major points.

Hope this helps, - Mon Nov 10 2008, 19:57

Hi, I am thinking of investing in Burlington/Graham areas in North Carolina, and possibly, move there later.

Asked Sun May 27 2007, 04:14 by Nakula - Graham - Home Buying - 6 answers

Larry Story answered:

Nakula,
So are you looking more for a commercial property or residential. My counterpart in commercial is better prepared for this question. If you like I can put you in touch with him.

Hope this helps, - Mon Nov 10 2008, 19:51

I am a construction pro and want to hook up with a realestate pro to flip some homes .Where do I start?

Asked Sat Nov 8 2008, 10:12 by Jason Wilson - North Carolina - How To... - 3 answers

Larry Story answered:

Jason,
I guess it will depend on the area you are looking to begin. Your buyer's agent can help you with finding the best house to flip. It will be up to you to manage the flip. I have had experience in construction and real estate so your future business needs to be well planned.

Hope this helps, - Mon Nov 10 2008, 19:40

Rick, Do you think flipping houses with more experience in construction contracting is as or more valuable

Asked Sat Nov 8 2008, 11:15 by Jason Wilson - Roanoke Rapids - Foreclosure - 1 answer

Larry Story answered:

Jason,
Yes I would agree as long as you remember some basic rules. You never want to be the best house in the neighborhood. (therefore you are bringing everyone elses house up in value but, they are bringing yours down)
Also that when flipping a house it is best to find the worst house in the best neighborhood.
I would go with the construction experience. I have both so when you are talking about the flipping homes the construction experience is worth more.

Hope this helps, - Mon Nov 10 2008, 19:36

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