Flood Zone Literacy: The Critical Role of Flood Insurance and Elevation Certificates in Coastal NCFor buyers in the coastal market of New Hanover, Pender, Onslow,…
The 50-Year Question: Analyzing the Impact of Ultra-Long Mortgages on Coastal Real EstateThe idea of a 50-year mortgage has entered national policy discussions as a…
The Credit Score–Interest Rate ConnectionThe relationship between your credit score and your mortgage interest rate is direct, powerful, and quantifiable. Your credit score acts as…
The Trade-Off: Why Large Homes Are Built on Small Lots in Coastal NCThe common sight of a substantial, modern home occupying a narrow or small…
From Listing to Closing: What to Expect When Selling Your Home in Coastal NCSelling a home in the Southeastern North Carolina market (New Hanover, Pender,…
The "Portable Mortgage" Proposal: A Potential Solution to the Coastal Inventory FreezeThe concept of a portable mortgage—one that allows a homeowner to transfer their existing…
Why Home Prices Are Defying Gravity: The Three Forces Driving Appreciation into 2025Despite higher mortgage rates cooling national sales volume, home prices continue rising across…
The Strategic Advantage: Why Hire a Private Inspector as a BuyerHiring a private home inspector is one of the most critical steps in the homebuying…
The Closing Day Bonus: How Buyers Can Gain "Instant Equity"For most homeowners in the New Hanover, Pender, Onslow, and Brunswick counties, equity—the portion of the…
The Perfect Match: Creating a Prioritized Homebuyer Checklist for Coastal NCThe process of buying a home in the Southeastern North Carolina area (New Hanover, Pender,…
