Who Pays for What? A Guide to Closing Costs Customary in Southeastern NC
In real estate, the "price" is rarely the price.For buyers and sellers in New Hanover, Pender, and Brunswick counties, the final number on the settlement…
Category: Buying
The “DD” Period: Strategies for Negotiating Repairs Before Your Time Runs Out
In North Carolina real estate, the clock starts ticking the moment you go under contract. You typically have 14–21 days of "Due Diligence" to inspect…
New Year, New Home: Financial Resolutions to Get You Mortgage-Ready by Spring
January is the month of gym memberships and diet plans, but for aspiring homeowners in South Eastern North Carolina, the most important "cleanse" you can…
Rural Internet: Navigating Connectivity in Pender and Brunswick Counties
For buyers moving to the "country"—whether that’s a 10-acre horse farm in Burgaw or a quiet lot in Bolivia—the dream is privacy. The nightmare is…
The Golfer’s Guide: Real Estate Options on NC’s Best Courses
In South Eastern North Carolina, golf isn't just a hobby; it’s the primary social engine of the community. But for buyers in late 2025, the…
Sight Unseen: How to Safely Buy a Coastal Home Remotely
For buyers relocating to South Eastern North Carolina, the logistics often don't line up. You spot the perfect bungalow in Southport or a water-view condo…
Due Diligence vs. Earnest Money: The Critical Distinction Every NC Buyer Must Know
January is the month of gym memberships and diet plans, but for aspiring homeowners in South Eastern North Carolina, the most important "cleanse" you can…
The School District Factor: How School Ratings Influence Property Values (Even if You Don’t Have Kids)
For many buyers in South Eastern North Carolina, the "School District" filter on Zillow is the first one they click. But even if you don't…
Boater’s Paradise: A Guide to Neighborhoods with Deeded Boat Slips and Marinas
For many buyers moving to New Hanover, Pender, and Onslow counties, the dream isn't just a house; it’s a boat in the backyard.But in late…
Autumn Hall: The Appeal of Neo-Traditional Living in Midtown Wilmington
If Landfall is the "Old Money" country club of Wilmington, Autumn Hall is its younger, hipper, "New South" cousin.Located right on Eastwood Road, less than…