Ash & Waccamaw: The Quiet Giant Awakening on the Border
If you look at a heat map of Brunswick County real estate, the red zones are predictable: Leland, Oak Island, and the immediate Highway 17…
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Navassa’s Awakening: Why This Industrial Hub is the Next Coastal Frontier
Drive five minutes west of the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge, and you might think you’ve stepped back in time. For decades, Navassa was defined solely…
Smart Thermostats: Energy Savings for High-Humidity Climates
In South Eastern North Carolina, cooling a home isn't just about lowering the temperature—it’s about wringing out the air. A standard thermostat in Wilmington or…
Screened Porch vs. Sunroom: Which Adds More Value to a Coastal Home?
In the humid, bug-heavy climate of South Eastern North Carolina, outdoor living space is not a luxury—it is a requirement. However, for buyers and investors…
The FROG Revolution: Why Your Garage Bonus Room is the 2026 Income Secret
In New Hanover, Pender, Onslow, and Brunswick counties, we have a unique architectural staple: the "FROG" (Finished Room Over Garage). For decades, this space has…
Beyond the Beach: Why Supply & Bolivia Are the Coastal Market’s Best-Kept Secrets
If you’ve been watching the Coastal North Carolina market, you know the story: Wilmington inventory is tight, and price points in Hampstead or Surf City…
Encapsulation ROI: Does a Sealed Crawl Space Actually Increase Resale Value?
In the humid subtropical climate of New Hanover, Pender, and Brunswick counties, what lies beneath your home is often more important than the granite countertops…
Hurricane Windows vs. Shutters: A Cost-Benefit Analysis for Renovators
For anyone buying or renovating property in South Eastern North Carolina, the question isn't if a storm will hit, but when. Whether you are looking…
Pool Permitting in 2026: Setbacks, Impervious Surface Limits, and Costs
For many buyers in New Hanover and Brunswick counties, the dream of a coastal home includes a pool. But in 2026, installing one is no…
The Coastal Essential: Adding an Outdoor Shower in NC
In New Hanover, Brunswick, Pender, and Onslow counties, an outdoor shower is arguably more valuable than a formal dining room. Whether you are coming off…