Hardscaping & Drainage: Fixing Standing Water Issues in Flat Coastal Yards
If you own property in Pender or Onslow counties, you are likely familiar with the "swamp yard" phenomenon. You buy a home with a flat,…
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Salt-Tolerant Gardens: What to Plant Oceanfront vs. Soundfront
In New Hanover and Brunswick counties, a "coastal garden" is not a one-size-fits-all concept. The biology of a dune on Topsail Island is radically different…
Hurricane Windows vs. Shutters: A Cost-Benefit Analysis for Renovators
For anyone buying or renovating property in South Eastern North Carolina, the question isn't if a storm will hit, but when. Whether you are looking…
Screened Porch vs. Sunroom: Which Adds More Value to a Coastal Home?
In the humid, bug-heavy climate of South Eastern North Carolina, outdoor living space is not a luxury—it is a requirement. However, for buyers and investors…
The FROG Revolution: Why Your Garage Bonus Room is the 2026 Income Secret
In New Hanover, Pender, Onslow, and Brunswick counties, we have a unique architectural staple: the "FROG" (Finished Room Over Garage). For decades, this space has…
Kitchen Trends 2026: Why the “All White” Coastal Kitchen is Evolving
For the last decade, the "All White" kitchen has been the safe bet for resale in South Eastern North Carolina. In listing photos from Wrightsville…
Deer-Resistant Landscaping: Protecting Your Curb Appeal in Pender and Brunswick Counties
One of the primary draws of South Eastern North Carolina is the abundant nature. However, for homeowners in rapidly developing corridors like Hampstead (Pender County)…
Elevator Retrofits: Feasibility and Cost for Aging in Place in a Two-Story Home
For many residents in Southport, Wrightsville Beach, and Hampstead, the decision to move often comes down to one feature: stairs. As our region continues to…
Pool Permitting in 2026: Setbacks, Impervious Surface Limits, and Costs
For many buyers in New Hanover and Brunswick counties, the dream of a coastal home includes a pool. But in 2026, installing one is no…
The Coastal Essential: Adding an Outdoor Shower in NC
In New Hanover, Brunswick, Pender, and Onslow counties, an outdoor shower is arguably more valuable than a formal dining room. Whether you are coming off…