Flood Insurance Updates 2026: Changes to NFIP Pricing You Need to Know
If you are buying real estate in Southeastern North Carolina, the conversation inevitably turns to water. In 2026, the question isn't just "Is it in…
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Due Diligence in 2026 Are Fees Going Up or Down
For buyers in Southeastern North Carolina, the "Due Diligence Fee" has been the most controversial check written in the last five years. During the frenzy…
The “Rate Lock” Strategy: When to Lock and When to Float in a Volatile Market
In real estate, timing is everything. But in 2025, "timing" isn’t just about finding the right house—it’s about capturing the right mortgage rate.For buyers in…
Golf Course Communities Without the Fees: Finding “Semi-Private” Living
For many buyers in Southeastern North Carolina, the "Golf Course Community" dream comes with a steep asterisk: The Mandatory Membership.In many luxury developments, buying a…
NC 1st Home Advantage: A Deep Dive into Down Payment Assistance for New Hanover Residents
The $15,000 Question: Is NC's Down Payment Assistance Right for You?For many first-time buyers in Southeastern North Carolina, the monthly mortgage payment isn't the hurdle—it's…
Frozen Pipes Prevention: Protecting Your Coastal Home During January Cold Snaps
In Southeastern North Carolina, we are spoiled. We often spend Christmas in t-shirts and enjoy 60-degree days in mid-January. But any long-time local in Wilmington…
Credit Repair Sprint: How to Boost Your Score by 20 Points in 60 Days
In the world of mortgage lending, 20 points can be the difference between an "approval" and a "denial," or the difference between a standard interest…
Shallotte’s Commercial Boom: How Retail Growth is Driving Housing Demand
For years, Shallotte was the "Walmart stop" between Wilmington and Myrtle Beach. You stopped for groceries, but you didn't stop for dinner, and you certainly…
Pleasure Island vs. Topsail Island: A Tale of Two Barrier Islands
For buyers in Southeastern North Carolina, the "Island Dilemma" is a real thing.You want ocean views and rental income, but you’re torn between two very…
Downtown Wilmington’s North Waterfront: The Evolution of the Convention District
For years, the northern end of downtown Wilmington was defined by two things: industrial warehouses and the PPD building. It was the place you parked,…