It is the tallest lighthouse in the nation. It stands 210 feet, and its beacon can be seen 20 nautical miles at sea. From its spectacular location amid sand dunes set with sea oats and bordered by the thick growth of maritime forest, the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, constructed in 1870, is the jewel in the […]
First impressions matter when selling a home. But the first thing buyers see isn’t always your staged living room or upgraded kitchen. The price is the first impression buyers have of your home. The price also determines whether buyers skip over your home or go inside for a better look. Home buyers are attuned to […]
Wouldn’t it be great to own a place at the beach, in the mountains, or by the lake? If you are seriously considering buying a vacation home, you have probably weighed many of the pros and cons already. But you should carefully consider everything before you buy. Have you taken these additional costs and benefits […]
It’s back-to-school season. School supplies are front and center in the stores, back-to-school sales are everywhere, and school buses are becoming part of the morning commute. Even if the public school district is not an important factor in your home search, the location of public schools can still have a significant impact on your home […]
There are countless home selling articles online that seem to contradict each other. In this Huffington Post article, the month of May is the best time to sell. But in this Washington Post article, any time between December and March is the optimal time. And in this NerdWallet article, the right time to sell is […]
Hatteras Village, one of the seven historic villages on Hatteras Island, has its own distinctive charm. Its appeal is a combination of small scale businesses situated along NC Highway 12, a historic residential area tucked under gnarled live oaks festooned with Spanish moss, a string of picturesque marinas and harbors accessible to Pamlico Sound, and […]
Summer is the perfect season for spending warm evenings outside, hosting get-togethers with friends, and enjoying the longer days. What better way to take advantage of the long days and abundant natural light than in your own home? Here are 5 simple summer home décor tips that can instantly brighten and transform your living spaces. 1. Add Splashes […]
It’s easy to just crank up the air conditioning during the hottest months of summer. Sure, the energy bill may be higher, but it’s worth the extra expense to keep your home cool — right? Or are there any sure-fire ways to save money and stay cool indoors? Before you reach for the thermostat, try these DIY energy-saving tips to keep […]
Hatteras Island’s famous (sometimes infamous) NC Highway 12 is now part of the Outer Banks National Scenic Byway, designated in 2009 by the US Department of Transportation as the 150th and final highway in the nation to be so designated. Scenic Byways exist to “recognize, preserve and enhance the many cultural traditions of a distinctive […]
Anytime you relocate to a new area, whether it’s a city just a few miles away or across the country, you face a unique set of challenges. The housing market, the transit, and even the weather may not be what you’re used to. Planning your move can be difficult, too, since you need to coordinate when, where, and how […]
