Topsail Reef vs. St. Regis: The “North End” Condo Showdown
If you are scouting North Topsail Beach for an investment condo, you have likely realized there are two main heavyweights: The St. Regis Resort and…
Category: Buying
Carolina Beach One-Bedrooms: The High-Yield “Cash Flow” Strategy (And the Lenders Who Hate It)
For investors priced out of Wrightsville Beach or seeking better capitalization rates than Oak Island, Carolina Beach one-bedroom condos often look like the Golden Ticket.…
Station One: The “Center of the Action” Strategy in Wrightsville Beach
If you want to be able to park your car on Friday and not touch it again until Monday, Station One is arguably the only…
The ALTA Statement: Reading the Fine Print Before You Wire the Money
You have signed the offer, survived the inspection, and your lender has sent the Closing Disclosure (CD). You think you know the numbers. But in…
“Time is of the Essence” in NC: Why 5:00 PM Matters More Than the Date
In real estate contracts, some dates are suggestions, and some are cliffs. If you are buying or selling in New Hanover, Pender, or Brunswick counties,…
The Kure Beach Advantage: Why Ocean Dunes is the “End of the Road” Gem
If you drive south on Fort Fisher Boulevard until the commercial buzz of Carolina Beach fades into the maritime forest, you reach the quiet terminus…
Cordgrass Bay: The “Lollipop” Lifestyle on the Quiet Side
If you ask a tourist where to stay in Wrightsville Beach, they will point to the oceanfront hotels near the pier. If you ask a…
Wrightsville Dunes vs. Duneridge: A Battle of the Luxury Oceanfront Condos
In the hierarchy of Wrightsville Beach real estate, the North End is its own distinct kingdom. As you drive past the Holiday Inn, the crowds…
The “Mail-Away” Mistake: Why Your Closing Attorney Matters More Than You Think
In many states, closing on a home is a purely administrative task handled by a title company. You sign a few papers, wire the money,…
The “Termination Fee” Reality: Can You Really Walk Away with Your Earnest Money?
In most states, buying a home comes with a list of contingencies—checkboxes that allow you to back out if the roof leaks or the appraisal…