Castle Hayne Corridors: New Developments Along the Sidbury Road Connector

For years, Sidbury Road was just a rural cut-through—a two-lane strip of asphalt connecting Highway 17 to Castle Hayne, lined with pine trees and the…

The Rise of Burgaw: Why Pender County’s Seat is the Next Hotspot

For decades, Burgaw was the quiet county seat you drove through on your way to somewhere else. It was famous for the Blueberry Festival once…

Tax Assessments vs. Market Value: Understanding Your 2026 Tax Bill

In real estate, there are two numbers that every homeowner obsesses over: the price Zillow says your home is worth, and the value the County…

2026 Design Trends: What Buyers Will Be Looking for This Year (and What’s Out)

If the last few years were defined by "playing it safe" with gray floors and white walls, 2026 is the year our homes finally get…

The “Election Effect” Aftermath: How the Political Landscape is Impacting 2026 Housing Sentiment

For most of 2024 and 2025, the real estate market felt like it was holding its breath. Between the "lock-in" effect of interest rates and…

Boiling Spring Lakes: A Nature Lover’s Guide to Affordable Brunswick Living

For years, Boiling Spring Lakes (BSL) has been the quiet, unassuming neighbor to the bustling towns of Southport and Leland. But in 2026, the secret…

The Equity Review: A Free Service to Check Your Net Worth Heading into the New Year

As we approach the end of the year, most of us have a routine. We check our 401(k) performance, we meet with our accountant for…

The “Post-Holiday” Purge: Decluttering Strategies to Prep for a Q1 Sale

The decorations are coming down, the guests have gone home, and your house suddenly feels… full. For homeowners in Southeastern North Carolina, January isn’t just…

Inventory Outlook: Will We Finally See More Supply in the New Year?

For the last three years, the real estate conversation in Southeastern North Carolina has revolved around one frustrating word: Scarcity. Buyers have battled over the…

Infrastructure Watch: Major Road Projects Coming to Brunswick & Pender in 2026

In real estate, "Location, Location, Location" is often dictated by "Construction, Construction, Construction."For residents and investors in Southeastern North Carolina, 2026 is a pivotal year…