It’s January … Duck Hunting Season! It’s a bit busy with friends and family visiting. With limited dining-out opportunities, I am always excited to serve up good comfort food for my hungry duck hunters. Here are two of my favorite winter recipes, quick, easy and guaranteed to please. CHICKEN AND WILD RICE SOUP Ingredients: 2 […]
Hatteras Holiday Traditions by Danny Couch
In Christmas years past, the holiday season was all about home cooking and family around the hearth or wood stove, the advent themes of hope, peace, love, and joy on display, and glorious hymns of faith being sung at lamp-lit churches. Christmas at Hatteras saw reconciliation of stressed relationships, remembrances of blessed loved ones passed, and repentance of hurtful […]
Celebrating a Decade of Success: NC 12 Realty’s 10th Anniversary Celebration
We have put on our party hats to celebrate because NC 12 Realty is turning ten! What began as a modest venture by a husband and wife team of Realtors® has organically grown into the largest group of brokers on the island. To mark this incredible milestone, NC 12 Realty has several exciting events and […]
Tom’s Takeaways – January through July 2023
NC 12 Realty is approaching a ten-year anniversary this October, prompting some reflection on the growth in the real estate market and the incredible group of Realtors® who have come together to compromise Hatteras Island’s largest sales agency. NC 12 Realty’s 15 agents are proud to serve current and future homeowners as they buy and […]
Assisting Buyers with Creative Loan Product Options
Sarah Collier at NC 12 Realty recently helped a buyer purchase a new construction by Saga Realty and Construction at 27266 Tarheel Court in Waves. A creative loan product for investment properties, called a SmartVest loan, was suggested by Kathie Nesbitt at Caliber Home Loans. SmartVest – This loan, which is commonly referred to as […]
Embracing the Power of Homeownership: Celebrating National Homeownership Month
National Homeownership Month is here, and it’s a perfect time to celebrate the many joys and rewards of owning a home. As your dependable real estate team, we’re here to champion this significant month with you, providing the necessary guidance to make your homeownership journey a delightful experience. In this blog, we discuss: The benefits […]
Discover the Joys of Downsizing: Your Path to a Simplified and Fulfilling Lifestyle
Key Takeaways: Financial freedom: Reduce expenses, maximize savings, and invest in your future by downsizing your home. Streamlined living: Embrace a clutter-free environment and enjoy more time for activities that bring you joy and fulfillment. Expert guidance: Our real estate agents provide personalized support, extensive market knowledge, and a trusted network of professionals to ensure […]
How to Stop Renting and Become a First-Time Homebuyer
Key Takeaways: Renting doesn’t help build a future Homeownership can be accessible Contact your trusted local agents for more on being a first-time homebuyer Many renters discover a universal truth—renting can often feel like it lacks long-term benefits. However, each monthly rent payment potentially reduces a landlord’s mortgage while increasing their home equity. This revelation […]
Discover the Perfect Time to Sell Your Home: 4 Reasons to List Now
Key Takeaways: Market conditions favoring sellers Adjusting to changes in space needs Aligning with your evolving lifestyle Emotionally ready and motivated for a fresh start As a Realtor, I understand how the idea of selling your home can be both exciting and daunting. With the market constantly changing, it’s important to know when the time […]
Everything You Need to Know About Closing Costs
Key Takeaway: Closing costs are a part of every real estate sale There are many variables that determine the price of closing costs Ask your local real estate expert for specifics about closing costs When you’re buying or selling a home, it’s important to understand what closing costs entail. Closing costs are expenses and fees […]