Surf City vs. North Topsail: Choosing Your Vibe on Topsail Island
For buyers eyeing Topsail Island in late 2025, the decision usually splits down the middle: Do you want the convenience of Surf City, or the…
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Porters Neck Profile: Luxury Living on the North End of Wilmington
If Wrightsville Beach is the energetic playground of Wilmington, Porters Neck is its sophisticated, quiet older sibling.Located on the northern tip of New Hanover County,…
Brunswick Forest vs. Compass Pointe: A Side-by-Side Comparison of Amenities
If you are looking to retire or relocate to Leland, NC, you will inevitably face the "Clash of the Titans": Brunswick Forest vs. Compass Pointe.They…
Investment Condos: The Pros and Cons of Short-Term Rental Restrictions in Wrightsville & Carolina Beach
For real estate investors in New Hanover County, the choice between Wrightsville Beach (WB) and Carolina Beach (CB) is often framed as "Prestige vs. Party"…
Perc Tests and Septic Systems: What Land Buyers Must Know Before Closing
If you are buying vacant land in Pender, Brunswick, or Onslow County, one question determines everything: “Does it perc?” In rural markets like Rocky Point,…
Hampstead’s Growth: Why “The Bedroom Community” is Becoming a Destination
For decades, Hampstead was the "drive-through" town. It was the stretch of Highway 17 you endured between Wilmington and Jacksonville—a place of roadside produce stands,…
The Charm of Historic Downtown: Navigating the Real Estate of Wilmington’s Historic District
For many buyers, the dream of Wilmington isn't a new construction beach house; it’s a century-old Italianate mansion on Front Street or a charming Queen…
Living in Riverlights: Is Wilmington’s Premier Riverfront Community Right for You?
If you are moving to Wilmington in late 2025, you have almost certainly seen the ads for Riverlights.It is the glossy, riverfront poster child of…
Multi-Generational Living: Floor Plans That Work for Parents, Kids, and Grandparents
In New Hanover and Brunswick counties, multi-generational living has become one of the fastest-growing trends of 2025. Rising housing costs, aging parents avoiding assisted-living facilities,…
Building Your Dream: The Step-by-Step Guide to Buying Vacant Land in Pender & Brunswick
For many buyers in South Eastern North Carolina, the dream isn’t finding the perfect home—it’s building it. With inventory tight across Pender and Brunswick counties…