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Why Hiring a Local REALTOR® Matters — Especially in Southport, North Carolina

Choosing the right REALTOR® is one of the most important decisions a buyer or seller can make. And while national websites and online tools may seem convenient, nothing replaces the expertise, relationships, and real-time insight that come from working with a true local expert—someone who lives in the community, understands its rhythms, and studies itsContinue reading “Why Hiring a Local REALTOR® Matters — Especially in Southport, North Carolina”

Why Retirees Are Choosing Brunswick County, NC for the Next Chapter

Opening your door If you’re nearing retirement and looking to trade snow shovels for sandy beaches, Brunswick County, North Carolina might just be the hidden gem you’ve been searching for. Tucked between Wilmington, NC and the South Carolina border, this coastal region is rapidly becoming a top choice for retirees—especially those from the Northeast. Sunshine,Continue reading “Why Retirees Are Choosing Brunswick County, NC for the Next Chapter”

Open Doors for Buyers

Could this be the long awaited buyers advantage in Brunswick County real estate? Our coastal market follows the national trends, particulary the North East as we are 2nd home and retirement destination. Majority of our buyers come here as a choice not a necessity so the market elsewhere determines our local demands. National news withContinue reading “Open Doors for Buyers”

The Times They Are A-Changin’

The times they are a-changin’, so embrace change! I just watched the Bob Dylan movie, A Complete Unknown. Those soul searching songs of that era were just what was needed to ignite some of the change that so desperatly craved. Nothing ever stays the same for long, and it isn’t supposed to. Change keeps usContinue reading “The Times They Are A-Changin’”

Water, water everywhere. Buyer Beware for North Carolina Real Estate.

What flooded here in Brunswick during our no name storm in September, most likely had similair outcome during Hurricane Florence six years ago, almost to the date. In many cases for this storm damage was even worse due to the rapid accumulation of rains, over 30 inches here in Southport in less than 24 hours.Continue reading “Water, water everywhere. Buyer Beware for North Carolina Real Estate.”

EMBRACE LISTING YOUR HOME DURING THE WINTER MONTHS

The holiday season from November through January is traditionally quoted as the worst time to put a home on the market. While the thought of selling your home during the winter months may dampen your holiday spirit, the season does have major advantages: holiday buyers tend to be more serious and competition is less fierceContinue reading “EMBRACE LISTING YOUR HOME DURING THE WINTER MONTHS“

Embracing New Construction

Seeing all the new residential construction developments happening in our area? Some seem to be up going up overnight and some going at a snail’s pace or even fully stalled. To get a foothold in our high demand area, this is a popular option (and risk) for new buyers. Is it necessary to have yourContinue reading “Embracing New Construction”