I’m writing this on the Fourth of July, Independence Day, the day we celebrate our country’s birthday. Though for the first time in many years Jim and I are not in Buxton to view the fireworks from the Avon Pier and Beach Club, we’re thinking about our life on Hatteras Island. What is gratifying to […]
If you’re actively looking for a new home to buy, it may be tempting to try and do it yourself, without a Realtor. After all, the agent isn’t really working for you, right? There’s a common misconception that real estate agents are only working for sellers, but that couldn’t be further from the truth! When […]
Real estate lingo can be hard to decipher because, well, there’s so much of it! It might even seem like your Realtor is speaking another language. From fancy acronyms to words like “escrow” and “riders,” there are a lot of terms out there that might seem totally foreign. But that doesn’t mean you don’t have […]
Hatteras Island is known for its natural beauty, wildlife, tantalizing history and endless beaches. That’s why photographers find the Island as appealing as residents and visitors do. What is remarkable is how diverse our photographers are in their approach to the Island and its many aspects. Though my husband and I have been enjoying prime […]
Ever wonder why some homes sell for millions of dollars? As different as each listing might be, many share a number of common features that are known to bolster home values. If you’re on the hunt for your dream home, some of these features could be yours! Don’t worry about breaking the bank; prioritizing your […]
It’s no exaggeration that selling your home keeps you busy. In the midst of staging, pricing, listing, and scheduling tours, it’s easy to overlook the details… like home security. After all, while selling your home, you’re probably allowing dozens of strangers to come inside for tours. And while most of them probably have good intentions, […]
The month of May has been extolled as the merriest month of the year, with cultural festivities such as May poles, Cinco de Mayo margaritas and the Kentucky Derby. It is equally celebrated on Hatteras Island as the official beginning of our busiest visitor season. With the visitor season comes the reopening of the Hatteras […]
Who doesn’t love online shopping? You get to sit back in the comfort of your own home and browse fun things for sale on the internet. However, with online shopping comes hundreds of options from which to choose — and not all of them will work for you. The same goes for online shopping for […]
Spring is upon us, and with spring comes another anticipated time of year: home selling season. Traditionally, spring is one of the most popular times to list a home for sale. It’s also an excellent season for spring cleaning and trying out a few home-improvement projects on the weekends. If you’re thinking about selling your […]
A flight over beautiful Hatteras Island is a visual treat on any occasion, but when you can combine it with a history lesson, why not? My friends were recently guests of OBX Air Tour Adventures and loved flying over the few remaining visible shipwrecks along our Island’s coast. OBX Air Tour Adventures flies three pretty […]
