Pine Forests and Pitch: Why We Are the “Tar Heel” State

Drive down any major road in Wilmington, Hampstead, or Leland, and you are driving through a living history exhibit. The towering pines that line Highway…

The Ancient Coast: How the Ice Age Shaped Our Barrier Islands

The Ancient Coast: How the Ice Age Shaped Our Barrier IslandsWhen buyers stand on the sands of Wrightsville Beach or Topsail Island, they fall in…

Walkable Schools: Neighborhoods Where Kids Can Actually Walk to Class

Walkable Schools: Neighborhoods Where Kids Can Actually Walk to ClassFor families moving to New Hanover, Pender, Onslow, and Brunswick counties, the dream of a “walkable…

Private Island Living: The Logistics of Figure Eight Island

Private Island Living: The Logistics of Figure Eight IslandFor the ultra-high-net-worth buyer in New Hanover County, Figure Eight Island represents the pinnacle of privacy. Accessible…

Equestrian Estates: Finding Horse-Friendly Property in Pender and Brunswick

For equestrian buyers in South Eastern North Carolina, the dream is vivid: a sprawling pasture with live oaks for shade and a short trailer ride…

The Mystery of the Carolina Bays: Geological Enigmas in Your Backyard

For anyone flying into ILM, the view from the window reveals a peculiar pattern etched into the landscape of Bladen, Pender, and New Hanover counties.…

Beach Driving: Which Beaches Allow 4×4 Access and How to Get a Permit

Beach Driving: Which Beaches Allow 4x4 Access and How to Get a PermitFor many buyers in New Hanover and Pender counties, the coastal dream isn’t…

The Craft Beer Trail: Real Estate Near Wilmington’s Best Breweries (Cargo District Focus)

The Craft Beer Trail: Real Estate Near Wilmington’s Best Breweries (Cargo District Focus)For years, the “location” argument in Wilmington real estate was measured in minutes…

Surfing Communities: Best Spots to Live for Dawn Patrol Access

For the dedicated surfer in South Eastern North Carolina, the real estate search isn't just about bedroom count or school districts. It’s about one metric:…

The Pickleball Map: Neighborhoods with Private Courts and Leagues

For many buyers moving to South Eastern North Carolina, the question is no longer just "How close is the beach?" It is now: "Where can…