If you’ve ever visited Hatteras Island, you know it’s a special place. But raising kids here? It’s a whole different kind of magic. My husband, a Hatteras Village native, and I are raising our three feral boys in a world where the ocean is their playground, the marsh is their classroom, and everyday is an […]
Closing out 2024, the Hatteras Island real estate market has seen exciting opportunities for both buyers and sellers. While the market has remained steady, the increase in available properties and stable pricing make it a fantastic time to invest in our one-of-a-kind coastal community. Let’s take a closer look at the key market trends shaping […]
One of the most frequent questions that we are asked as Realtors is – “How is the real estate market doing?” At the risk of stealing lawyers’ favorite line, the answer is – “It all depends.” The simplest explanation is that it all depends on the time period which we are analyzing. If we are […]
Most sellers think that spring is the perfect time to list their home for sale. When the weather is warming up, landscaping comes back to life and the sun is shining. While that is true in normal real estate markets, the Outer Banks market flourishes in the fall and winter. For many Outer Banks homeowners, […]
Good news for homebuyers! The recent drop in federal interest rates could be a game-changer for those looking to enter the real estate market. Here’s why: Lower interest rates mean cheaper borrowing costs. If you’re looking to finance a home, the reduced rates translate to lower monthly mortgage payments, in turn making it more appealing […]
Welcome to the Cottages at the Cape, a community steeped in maritime history. Whether you’re seeking a primary residence, a vacation getaway, or an investment property, this is your chance to create lasting memories by the sea. What began as Buxton’s U.S. Coast Guard duplex housing in 1997, has now been renovated to feature luxury vinyl plank flooring, […]
There is a lot of confusion out there in the world of real estate because of changes mandated nationally on August 17th by the National Association of Realtors® (NAR); particularly concerning commissions and agency relationships. Everyone seems confused – especially potential buyers who have yet to pick a REALTOR® they trust to work with. Let […]
Late May 1984, three friends shared a bottle of wine on a porch in Hatteras village, consoled bya sunset dropping gloriously into Pamlico Sound. Their nerves were raw, finally acknowledgingthat artifacts from the Civil War gunboat Monitor discovered just offshore were not coming toHatteras. After months of their hard work, our local history – sadly […]
My culinary journey began at a young age in the legendary food markets of Mexico. Back in the early 1970’s, much of this magical land was rustic and rural. To this day I can shut my eyes and remember the wonderful scent of fruits, peppers, and spices swirling around the colorful stacks of produce. This […]
OMG, What an amazing 2024! Big Rom and his Release Crew, including mate Cameron Morrow, a Morehead City Boy, landed their Official “Big Enough” 504 lb. blue marlin on Monday morning, June 10th, in the 66th Annual Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament. Quickly, the tournament excitement began with a hookup just minutes after the official […]
