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Posted on 08/09/2020

Genuine Vintage Tins Make Great Flower Containers

Photo by Sabine van Erp via Pixabay There's a certain nostalgia associated with genuine vintage tins -- not the replicas you find at today's one-dollar stores. Genuine vintage tins had real purpose, usually multiple ones, in fact. They did double duty as tubs to wash both children and laundry. Or, sometimes, they held both lunch food and school...

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Posted on 08/02/2020

Home Improvements to Boost Your Home's Appeal

Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay Those considering the sale of their home will often consider the return on investment (ROI) of any such improvement. You don't, after all, want to spend $20,000 on a major improvement that will likely only see a $5,000 payback after the sale. But improvements also have other benefits. For one, they can...

Posted on 07/26/2020

How to Create a Moving Checklist

Photo by Heung Soon via Pixabay A moving checklist won't take all the stress out of moving, but it can relieve a lot of the pressure once you have everything accounted for. To give yourself a little extra sanity and peace of mind, we'll sketch out what a reasonable timeline should look like. 8 Weeks Before Nearly two...

Posted on 07/19/2020

What You’ll Wish You Knew

Photo by GaudiLab via Shutterstock In the rush and excitement to find the perfect home and make it yours, there are some things best learned beforehand rather than through hindsight. Here are some suggestions from first-time homebuyers that would have made the entire process less challenging. Know where you stand. If you plan to buy a home, even...

Posted on 07/12/2020

Why It's Critical to Shop for Mortgage Rates

Photo by Nattanan Kanchanaprat via Pixabay Of course, you want to stay within your budget when buying a house. You certainly want value for your dollar. But a buyer should never lose sight of the fact what they truly desire is getting the home they want and that fits their needs. To that end, potential buyers may put...

Posted on 07/07/2020

How Big Businesses Affect the Real Estate in Rural Towns

Photo by Vit Ducken via Pixabay There has been a lot of concern about the state of rural America and how it's being affected by large businesses. Big box stores like are said to destroy local businesses, causing an economic drought in small towns. But despite the statistics, there's a bigger picture to consider. We'll look at how...

Posted on 06/28/2020

Create Outdoor Living Spaces

Photo by Sonnie Hiles on Unsplash You can extend your living area by activating your outdoor spaces. Whether your yard is large or small, you can create a spot to entertain, read, or just relax with these tips: Seating Most outdoor spaces can accommodate some type of seating option. If you’re working with a smaller porch space, try...

Posted on 08/07/2020

Another Property Sold - 114 Tuna Drive #L-111, Holden Beach, NC 28462

Canal BUILDING LOT Can Now Be Yours! Easy walk (less than 5 minutes) to Holden's soft,sandy Beach! Using the Canal, you can be in the IntraCoastal Waterway in only a few minutes as well. Lot offers possibility of PRIVATE DEEP WATER Pier and Floating Dock. No matter which direction you choose, the water and all it offers, opens up for you. Only Five minutes to the pier to fish, have a sandwich, or an ice cream. Ten minutes to shops, restaurants, drug & grocery stores. In under 60 minutes, youcan experience all Wilmington and Myrtle Beach have to offer! Just a short walk to the BEACH! Come And Have A Look ! Contact:Brent ShaverCell:...

Posted on 07/23/2020

Video Tour - 113 Ocean Boulevard W, Holden Beach, NC 28462

ADORABLE OCEANFRONT COTTAGE WITH LOADS OF CHARM! This sweet cottage was built back in 1955 and has withstood many storms! The views are awesome and the Sunroom may become your favorite little room to sit and read or watch all the ocean activities. The old original pine paneling adds so much to the charm of the home. This home is turnkey in the fact that it will come furnished with several eclectic pieces! There are five bedrooms and three full baths. A new sundeck and walkway to the oceanfront was added this year. Home is on a termite bond that is transferrable. Not currently a rental so easy to view! Castaway's restaurant is just...

Posted on 07/23/2020

113 Ocean Boulevard W, Holden Beach, NC 28462 is now new to the market!

ADORABLE OCEANFRONT COTTAGE WITH LOADS OF CHARM! This sweet cottage was built back in 1955 and has withstood many storms! The views are awesome and the Sunroom may become your favorite little room to sit and read or watch all the ocean activities. The old original pine paneling adds so much to the charm of the home. This home is turnkey in the fact that it will come furnished with several eclectic pieces! There are five bedrooms and three full baths. A new sundeck and walkway to the oceanfront was added this year. Home is on a termite bond that is transferrable. Not currently a rental so easy to view! Castaway's restaurant is just...

Posted on 07/16/2020

180 Sailfish Drive, Holden Beach, NC 28462 is now new to the market!

UNOBSTRUCTED ICW VIEWS COME WITH THIS LOVELY CANAL HOME! This home offers a large back yard because lot is 150 feet deep! Hard to find those on the canals! You will spend the majority of your time sitting on the front covered porch watching all the boat traffic and dolphins going by! For the boater in you, it even comes with a boat lift! The home itself features 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, an updated Kitchen with granite countertops. a Master suite with Tub and Shower, and a cute little sunroom off the Kitchen overlooking the waterway. The home will come mostly furnished and there is a fully enclosed garage downstairs to use for great...

Posted on 06/25/2020

Video Tour - 1717 Crane Road SW #6, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469

BEAUTIFUL .40 ACRE LOT WITH SLOPE IN BACK AND MANICURED WITH MATURE LIVE OAK TREES AND VIEWS OF THE WATERWAY! Can't get much better than this. Come fall in love with this coastal lot that offers views of the waterway and gives you access to two private fishing piers, and a private boat ramp. POA dues only $150/year to enjoy all those amenities. Owners have a 4 bedroom septic permit in hand, so you are ready to build that dream vacation or retirement home. Lot would accommodate a home on pilings with garage or work space underneath. If you have been looking for and longing for an affordable lot with water views and access to fishing...