Medical Professionals: Best Neighborhoods for Quick Commutes to Novant/NHRMC

For the thousands of doctors, nurses, and residents working at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center (NHRMC), the concept of "location" means something entirely…

Soil Quality: Why “Perc Rates” Determine if You Can Build on That Cheap Lot

We see it constantly in the MLS: a beautiful, wooded 1-acre lot in Pender County or rural Brunswick County listed for a suspiciously low price.…

Modular vs. Manufactured: The Massive Lending and Value Differences

In the fast-moving markets of Pender and Onslow counties, we often see listing descriptions that use the terms "Modular" and "Manufactured" interchangeably.To the untrained eye,…

Private Road Maintenance Agreements: The “Hidden” Document That Can Kill a Deal

Imagine this scenario: You have found the perfect property. Maybe it is a secluded retreat in Hampstead, a large lot in Castle Hayne, or a…

Compass Pointe: Is the Resort Lifestyle Worth the HOA Fees?

If you mention Leland to anyone in the Northeast, the first words out of their mouth are usually "Compass Pointe." It is the titan of…

Starlink vs. Fiber: The Reality of Internet Speeds in Rural Pender County

For years, the "digital divide" in Pender County was simple: if you lived in a subdivision in Hampstead, you had cable. If you lived on…

Barndominiums: Financing Challenges for this Trendy Housing Style

Scroll through Instagram or Pinterest, and you will inevitably see them: stunning, sprawling "Barndominiums" with high ceilings, roll-up glass doors, and wrap-around porches. For many…

Survey Says: Why You Always Need a New Survey (Especially in Coastal NC)

Closing costs add up quickly. When buying a home in New Hanover or Brunswick County, buyers often look for line items to cut. Since many…

Waterford of the Carolinas: Unique Canal Living in Leland, NC

For many buyers looking at Brunswick and New Hanover Counties, the "Coastal Carolina Dream" is synonymous with water views. However, the reality of the market…

Downtown Condos: River Place vs. Overlook vs. Pier 33

The skyline of Downtown Wilmington has transformed dramatically in the last five years, moving from historic walk-ups to glass-and-steel luxury. For buyers and investors in…