CENTURY 21 Newsom-Ball Realty
Morehead City Office

Cathy Gainey
Broker;BIC,GRI,ABR,SRS,CRS
Moving to the Crystal Coast at age 9 from White Plains, New York was Cathy's fathers find of the perfect place to relocate and enjoy all the natural resources that this area has to offer. Cathy has watched the area grow and change over the past 40 years and is able to assist you with property anywhere in Carteret County. Licensed in real estate since 1989, Cathy has been a successful agent with Century 21 Newsom-Ball Realty for almost 9 years. She can report over $3 million in sales for 2005. In addition to her sales career, Cathy has been active in the Carteret County Association of Realtors, serving as President in 2004. She also held offices in the Crystal Coast Chapter of the Women's Council of Realtors and the North Carolina Association of Realtors.

Cathy's educational background and employment experience have led her to be an expert in communicating with the public. She obtained a Bachelor's degree from UNC-Chapel Hill in Sociology and her Master's in Occupational Therapy from Texas Women's University. Her first career as a social worker found her in the fields of child abuse, foster care and later with hospice. These working experiences with people from all walks of life helped her ease quite naturally into the real estate business.

Cathy is well known as a leader in her community. She is involved in many civic organizations and in her church. Her involvements in the Relay For Life, Salvation Army, Stephen Ministry, Reach For Recovery, Chamber of Commerce, as well as her role of church choir member and elder, and other things are very near and dear to her heart, as giving back to the community is important in her eyes.

As the mother of three (now almost all out of college) daughters, time with family and school activities have always been high on her list of prioities. As a result of all her community activities, Cathy was awarded the Distinguished Women's Award for Volunteerism in 2003, given by the Carteret County Council of Women.

All Cathy's experience, as well as her keen ability to LISTEN to YOUR NEEDS, make her an agent, with a productive company behind her, that you should definitely consider whether buying or selling real estate in Carteret County.

Alan and Christine Leary
Realtor
Alan and Christine Leary have been serving real estate clients and customers in Carteret County for a combined 32 years! Alan, a Morehead City native and life long resident there, has been with CENTURY 21 Newsom Ball since his real estate career began in 1990. He is a past president of the Carteret County Association of REALTORS, CENTURY 21 Centurion award winner for continued top production, and is involved with community organizations such as the Boys & Girls Club, Habitat for Humanity and Toys for Tots. Christine is active with their daughters Nicki and Madison in the public school system as a volunteer and is the Morehead City commissioner for the Seashore Soccer League.

Together Alan and Christine pledge to give you the best real estate service available. Their real estate and area knowledge, contacts and experience give their customers and clients the advantage in today's changing real estate market. Call and let them take care of all of your real estate needs!

Carl Spann
Broker,GRI,ABR,SRS; Member Team Spann
After four years in the U.S. Air Force and 30 years as an accountant with the Federal government, Carl, an eastern North Carolina native, and his wife Wanda and two children, returned to Carteret County. After obtaining a broker's license, Carl has been with Century 21 Newsom-Ball since beginning his real estate career in 1995. Carl was a recipient of the prestigious Realtor of the Year award and is a top producer in his office. He is and has been involved in several Carteret County Association of Realtors committees including Chair of the Finance Committee, Professional Standards and Grievance Committees and the Long-Range Planning Committee. Community organizations have included the Carteret County Domestic Violence Program as its Finance Chair and Board of Directors, Chair of the West Carteret High School Advisory Council, and volunteer with the West Carteret High School Band for seven years. Carl has also served on several commitees at the First United Methodist Church, including 2 years as Finance Chair, member of the planning committee and President of his Sunday School class.

Carl has continued to keep abreast of the changing real estate market and has obtained several specialty certifications. He continues to expand his business through repeat customers and assists in making his clients current dreams, tomorrow's reality. Call Carl to assist you with your real estate needs.

Wanda Spann
Broker;Member Team Spann
After living several years in Northern Virginia, Wanda, a Carteret County native, and her husband Carl (Who is also a Realtor) and their two children returned to Morehead City. Wanda worked several years with the Federal Government but decided to be a stay-at-home mom after her children were born. Wanda volunteered for many school activities including room mother, chaperone, and seven years with the band programs, including serving as Vice-President of the Band Boosters. Wanda and her family have been very active in their church. After working in retail, Wanda obtained her Real Estate Brokers license and is currently associated with Century 21 Newsom-Ball Realty in Morehead City.

Wanda looks forward to assisting you with all of your real estate needs.

Donal Barbee
Broker
Donal grew up in Maysville, NC and is married to Lottie Dixion of New Bern. Donal and Lottie have two children; Lee & Gina, who reside in Morehead City. Donal was employed by Belk Stores for many years and has lived and worked in New Bern, Havelock, Morehead City, Clinton, (all in NC), also Hilton Head Island, SC. Donal received many honors during his career. After retiring, Donal and Lottie moved from Hilton Head Island to Beaufort. After a short retirement Donal returned to the business world as General Merchandise Manager for the Marine Corps Community Services, Cherry Point. During his five years in this position plus his years with Belk Stores, Donal's knowledge of business procedures, economic principles and ability to analyze trends and stategic business planning made him a natural for the world of real estate. Donal has been active in all the communities he has lived in and believes in giving back to the places he calls home, including; Co-chairman of the Carteret County Heart Fund, President of the Havelock Chamber of Commerce, Chairman of the Havelock Military Affairs Committee, Beaufort County United Way Pacesetter for 9 years, member of the Hilton Head Island Greater Island Committee of 75,member of the Island Law Enforcement Committee, and a member of the Board of Directors for the Hilton Head Island Chamber of Commerce.

Bob Upchurch
Broker,GRI
Bob graduated from NC State University in 1964, with a BS in math education and was commissioned a Regular Army 2nd Lieutenant.
During his 30 plus years of service, he obtained two masters degrees, traveled to 27 countries, had 24 mailing addresses, and retired in Jan 1995. Whew! Bobs last assignment was the active army adviser to the NC Adjutant General. During that time, he traveled all over the coast of NC and he frequently traveled to the Crystal Coast on weekends.
The low cost of living, reasonably priced real estate, water-related activities, and the great people were deciding factors in the selection of Morehead City as his retirement home.
He actively sold real estate for three years and then obtained his real estate appraisers license. He is a Realtor/Broker, selectively working with long-associated buyers and sellers. He is a full time, independent appraiser in Carteret County.
Bob has been active in the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce for 10 years and is currently on the Board of Directors and the Military Affairs Committee. He is a former, Chamber Ambassador of the Year and the 2006 recipient of the Cassie Algeo Award for Extraordinary Chamber Leadership.
If you have a choice in your destination, Bob recommends the Crystal Coast area and the Professionals at Century 21 Newsom-Ball Realty.

Pete Dressel
Broker
Charles W. Dressel, better known as Pete, was born and grew up in Baltimore, MD but lived in Richmond, VA for 30 years. He lives with his wife, Pat, and their golden retriever, Pippen, in Brandywine Bay. They met while attending the University of Maryland and were married in 1956 after Pete returned from Korea where he served with the 25th Division. Pete is especially proud of their two children, Bethanne, who lives with her family in Steamboat Springs, CO, and Matt, who lives in Hampstead, NC.Their only grandchild, Mary Rachel, is presently training with the US Ski Team and is an accomplished scholar/athlete.

Pete has spent over 50 years in sales and sales management. He is an active member of St. Andrews Episcopal Church. In his younger days he played football, basketball, and lacrosse and for several years was a volunteer lacrosse coach.

Walter Compton
Broker
Walter Compton, Broker ABR, CRS, GRI, RRS
A Real Estate Broker and Business Broker who is a native of North Carolina and a graduate of NC State University Walter has owned and managed a real estate company and was previously certified as a Business Broker with the IBBA. Walter has been helping clients and customers buy and sell real estate and businesses on the coast and in Eastern North Carolina for 25 years. Walter is a the past president of the Carteret County Association of REALTORS, a vice-president of the Carteret County Economic Development Council, a graduate of the NC REALTORS Leadership Academy, an Eagle Scout, and most important the father of seven children. Walter specializes in Commercial and Investment Property and Business Brokerage. For a knowledgeable broker who is results oriented, call Walter Compton. walter@waltercompton.com

CENTURY 21 Down East Realty
Beaufort Office

Daniel L. Nicholson
Broker, BIC, SRS
My name is Daniel Nicholson and I have been a REALTOR with Century 21 Newsom-Ball Realty for over 4 years. I was born and raised in Morehead City. My wife and I feel blessed that we are raising our children in Morehead City and that they get to experience life along the Crystal Coast. I currently have earned my Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) designation. I have also completed the required classwork to obtain my Appraisers Trainee license and look forward to better my real estate knowledge by completing the necessary work to obtain my Appraisers license. I enjoy spending my spare time with my wife and children, serving my church, and serving civic programs such as Habitat for Humanity, Relay for Life, and Toys for Tots. I also enjoy carving decoys and I am an active member of the Core Sound Decoy Carvers Guild. If you feel that I can assist you in the buying or selling of your property, please do not hesitate to give me a call.

Angie Walton
Broker; Member of Down East Team
I am a native of Carteret County, North Carolina and I feel truly fortunate that I have been able to call this coastal area my home. I am an honor graduate of Craven Community College with an Associate Degree in Computer Office Automation Technology. Over the past several years I worked in the rental management field as Accounting Manager for a local resort. In April 2001, I was blessed with a son and became a work- at-home mom. During that time I worked as secretary/bookkeeper for my husband's electrical company. Later I obtained my real estate license and have been working as a broker with Century 21 Newsom-Ball Realty since January 2006. I truly enjoy working with, meeting and most of all helping people. As a result of working in the real estate industry, I am able to make someone's dream of home ownership become a reality. I am hardworking, reliable and dedicated and would welcome your call regarding any real estate needs you may have.

Craig Dudley
Broker; Member of Down East Team
My name is Craig Dudley and just recently joined the Century 21 Down East Realty. I was born and raised in Beaufort, NC. After high school, I went to Kings Business College in Raleigh, NC where I studied accounting. My accounting career began in Raleigh at Winn Dixie. I moved several times with Winn Dixie (Jacksonville FL, New Orleans LA, Fort Worth TX, Greenville SC, and Charlotte NC). While in New Orleans, I received my associate degree in accounting at Loyola University.
I am a veteran of the Vietnam War.
I retired from Winn Dixie after 30 years as Charlotte Division Controller. I served on the board of directors for Arrowood Industrial Park and was elected the ABWA Boss of the year 1978-79. While in Charlotte, we enjoyed going to see the Charlotte Hornets play basketball.
We moved back to Carteret County in 1990. My wife, Jane and I are members of the Core Sound Decoy Carvers Guild, Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and the History Place in Morehead City. My grandson and I are avid fishermen and ride ATVs in the NC, VA, WVA and Vermont mountains.
Jane and I are involved in our church work including Chairman of the Trustee Committee and Financial Committee.
Having been a native of Eastern Carteret County, I look forward in sharing the geographic knowledge with those who are interested in Carteret County real estate.

Quincy Cannady
Broker
My name is Quincy Cannady and I am a Realtor/Broker with Century 21 Down East Realty. I received my real estate license in 1984 and became active with Century 21 Down East Realty in 2000 and in 2006, I surpassed 5,000,000.dollars in sales volume.

My real estate expertise is in residential, lots and boat slip sales. I have the fortunate opportunity to be the sole listing agent for Westbay (in Harkers Island) and Channel Rock Landing subdivision (in Otway), which have been a Down East Success story.

Prior to becoming a Realtor, I served with the U.S.A.F in the Strategic Air Command and later retired as a Senior Marketing Executive for Xerox Corporation.

My wife and I reside in the Down East community of Marshallberg and take great pride in our involvement with the Down East Library in hopes of giving back something that will enhance the growth of the area in a very positive manner.

If I can be of any assistance with your next real estate purchase or sale, please do not hesitate to give me a call.

Tom Stephenson
Broker
Nobody knows Carteret County better! As a native to Carteret County I am better able to help locate the property of your dreams. I attended local schools graduating from East Carteret High School in 1997. From there, I attended Campbell University earning a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration with a concentration in marketing. I have been a Realtor since January of 2004. If Carteret County is in your future, contact me and together we can turn your dreams into reality.