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…
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The 2026 Forecast: Our Predictions for the Cape Fear Real Estate Market
If the last few years were defined by volatility, 2026 is shaping up to be the year of clarity.While national headlines are buzzing about a…
Checking Your Deck: Winter Safety Inspections for Outdoor Living Spaces
In Southeastern North Carolina, our decks work overtime. They aren't just architectural features; they are our dining rooms, our party venues, and our quiet coffee…
The Winter Advantage: Why the “Off-Season” is the Best Time to Make a Move
As the holiday lights go up from downtown Wilmington to the piers of Surf City, a common myth begins to circulate: “Wait until spring to…
The “Sick House” Syndrome: Recognizing Foundation and Moisture Issues in Coastal Homes
In South Eastern North Carolina, we talk a lot about "curb appeal." But there is a deeper, invisible metric that matters much more: Structural Health.We…
Why You Should List in January: Beating the Competition to the Market
In the world of real estate, conventional wisdom often tells sellers to "wait until the azaleas bloom." For years, homeowners in New Hanover, Pender, Onslow,…
Market Forecast Q1 Update: How the First Quarter of 2026 Is Predicted to Align with National Averages
As we turn the calendar to 2026, the national headlines are buzzing with one word: Comeback.After a sluggish couple of years defined by the "lock-in…
Spring Cleaning for Sellers: The Deep Clean Checklist Before Listing
In Southeastern North Carolina, spring arrives with a burst of azaleas, a rise in temperatures, and—inevitably—a coat of yellow pollen.For sellers in New Hanover, Pender,…
Termites & Pests: Why the WDIR Report is Your Best Friend
In South Eastern North Carolina, we worry about hurricanes, flood zones, and Nor'easters. But the biggest threat to your new home’s equity isn't usually the…
Downsizing Disputes: Deciding What to Keep When Moving to Smaller Coastal Quarters
For many of our clients in New Hanover, Pender, and Brunswick counties, the dream of retiring to the coast comes with a specific mathematical problem:You…