There has been no shortage of negative news about real estate these past few weeks. The national outlook on housing has been darkened by fears — stoked by major media outlets — of a double dip in home prices and another wave of foreclosures hitting the market. Looking for signs …
KURE BEACH TOWN NEWS – JUNE 16, 2011
If you’re searching for a barrier island to escape to there are three such islands nestled in the southernmost part of North Carolina. Where you say? Only on Sunset, Holden and Ocean Isle Beaches that’s where. It’s here you’ll find miles and miles of powder white sand, sun …
KURE BEACH TOWN NEWS – JUNE 9, 2011
Pender County’s beautiful beaches of Surf City & Topsail Beach are a popular destination for visitors seeking a relaxed, family oriented vacation and right next door to unspoiled rivers, bountiful woodland and friendly communities such as Hampstead or Burgaw. Discover a variety of historical attractions, ecological activities and hometown festivals …
Thursday was a different kind of day for Wilmington.
It was when a real estate research firm said the area’s home prices actually rose, even when counting so-called distressed sales …
In the past decade, a renaissance has occurred in the Greater Wilmington area, reaffirming the storied history of the region when Wilmington was the largest city in North Carolina. People of all ages and backgrounds have been—and continue to be—drawn to the mild climate, beautiful shoreline, historic attractions, inviting …
Q: What information do I need to know about a home appraisal and home inspections?
A: A home appraiser determines the value of your home (as of the current point in time) and a home inspection determines the condition of a structure. While appraisal are primarily for lenders, they also …
Existing-home sales slipped in April, although the market has managed six gains in the past nine months, according to the National Association of Realtors®. Larwance Yun, NAR chief economist, said the market is underperforming. “Given the great affordability conditions, job creation and pent-up demand, home sales should be stronger,” …
Speaking of the sun (my last article)…researchers at Rambam Medical Center in Haifa, Israel have discovered antioxidant-rich foods help protect the skin from the damaging effects of the sun’s ultra-violet rays. Health experts say 1,000,000 Americans will be diagnosed with skin cancer this year. The Israeli …