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Have you ever bought something but then, later on, found yourself regretting that purchase decision? Well, it’s no big deal when you can easily return or exchange something like a pair of pants or even a designer purse. A house, on the other hand, is much more permanent. It’s not only the largest investment you’ll ever make, but it’s also the place you’ll come home to every day, and where you’ll spend years making life memories as your family grows. There may be increasing pressure to make a quick decision in today’s fast-paced and competitive real estate market, but it’s important to stay grounded throughout the home buying process. Before you try to compete with other interested buyers and snag that “hot listing,” take a breath and follow these steps.
Even after you have made the decision to buy a specific home, don’t let yourself overlook major issues. For example, if the inspector finds a cracked foundation or dry rot in the floor joists, you should either back out of the deal or get the price lowered to reflect the cost of the repairs.
4. KEEP A CLEAR HEAD.
1. STICK TO YOUR HOME REQUIREMENTS.
Before you even start your search, make a list of your “must-haves” in your new home. If having a 2-car garage is on the list but the house you’re looking at only has a 1-car garage, move on. Don’t let yourself settle for something less and then end up making expensive renovations because it’s not exactly what you wanted.
2. KNOW WHERE YOU’LL COMPROMISE.
3. STAND YOUR GROUND.
Note any items that are on your home wish list, but you could live without. There should be at least a couple home features that you and your partner or spouse can compromise on.
If you get stuck in a bidding war with another buyer, you need to ask yourself if you really want the house or if you just want to win the fight. The last thing you want to do is end up overpaying for a house that doesn’t completely satisfy all your needs.
5. LOVE THE HOME’S PROXIMITY.
You can change many things about a home, but you can’t change the location. Think about what you do everyday in regards to where you live. This includes where you work, where you have to take the kids to school, and where you do things for fun.
These are all very important factors to consider when buying a home and, most importantly, avoiding home buyer’s remorse. Find a home you’ll love living in every day. The less you want to change, the better! Works Cited Price, Iris. “Home inspection fail: electrical, plumbing, and roofing, oh my!” Improvement Center 18 August 2014. 9 Sep. 2015 <http://www.improvementcenter.com/electrical/home-inspection-fail-electrical-plumbing-and-roofing-oh-my.html> Christie, Les. “How to avoid homebuyer’s remorse.” CNNMoney 23 Oct. 2014. 9 Sep. 2015 <http://money.cnn.com/2014/10/23/ real_estate/homebuyer-remorse/>
HOME STAGING TIPS FOR EVERY SEASON If you’re preparing your house to sell and don’t know where to start, you’re not alone. Even the experts understand that it can be overwhelming. Thankfully, there are many tips, guidelines, and resources to help you along the way. As you venture out into the housing market, you’ll find that home staging is an integral part of the selling process. Updating your home in different seasons throughout the year can improve your chances of sparking a buyer’s interest. Some home staging techniques have the same impact no matter what time of the year, but there are also many season-specific ways you can stage your home that are more effective in buyer persuasion and attraction, without them even realizing it.
HERE ARE SOME SEASONAL HOME STAGING TIPS TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF: SUMMER: In the summer, your house may get cluttered with trees, plants, and the seasonal humidity makes your yard look out of control. To calm down the summer chaos, trim plants to reach the bottom of the window. Do not use any hanging plants on your patio because you want their eye to go to the house, not the plants. You should also stage the backyard as an outdoor living area in the warmer months. Don’t be afraid to spend the extra money on A/C – Make sure the inside of your house is cool, or else buyers won’t stick around very long, which means they won’t buy.
FALL: The season of Fall brings us many things, including lots of leaves. Make sure you keep the house exterior nice and neat by raking up all those extra leaves in the front yard and trim greenery as needed. Halloween and Thanksgiving come around during Fall, but don’t go overboard with the decorations. Remember that less is more when it comes to staging your home to sell.
WINTER: Now we come to our current season, Winter. The rule mentioned above in Summer for your house’s interior temperature also applies here, but in the opposite sense. You’ll want to spend the extra money on your heating bill if you want home shoppers to stay and look around, feel comfortable, and potentially buy. It also gets dark earlier in the Winter, so make sure you keep lighting in mind – putting timers around the inside and outside is a great solution. Keep the holiday decoration down to a minimum so it doesn’t distract buyers from the actual house.
SPRING: Spring means bright colors, and that’s what buyers will be attracted to, especially once it brightens up the rainy weather that usually comes with Spring. Place seasonal flowers in pots on your front porch and make sure all of your holiday lights and decorations are down and put away. Also, keep up with trimming the weeds and make sure there are no cracks in your driveway so people don’t trip, especially if women are wearing heels. Lastly, keeping light coming into every room of your house is a sure way to appeal to buyers’ senses.
Apply these small alterations throughout your home to fit the seasons of Summer, Fall, Winter, and Spring to make a huge difference on how you attract buyers. It’s time to cut the strings of attachment by turning your home into a house and your house into a product. Only then will you see results.
“Pet Shui” - Designing Your Space to Be Shared with Animals If you have a pet at home, you’ll agree that keeping the house clean is a daily struggle. You know you shouldn’t let Fido on the couch, but let’s get real – who can resist those adorable puppy eyes? In almost every household across the world, our pets are thought of as part of the family. Animals also bring positive energy to a home. Of course you want your home’s style and interior décor to be magnificent (especially during a showing), but what about animal-friendly? The movement of an animal in your home, along with their individual and unique sounds like barks, meows and chirps, helps to circulate energy to every corner of every room. Here are some great ways to add pet shui to your home for unique yet functional interior design. First off, make sure your pet has their “special space” within your home’s environment. Whether it’s a soft bed or rug, you’ll be giving them a comfy space they can call their own. Often times, having multiple spaces or moving their bed around can stress an animal out, which results in negative energy that can throw things off balance. If you have ever heard anything about feng shui, then you know that clutter is a big no-no. Try to avoid having your pet’s toys scattered all over the house. Decrease the number of toys that are left out. Also, consider placing them in a nice covered basket at the end of the day – because let’s face it, no one wants to come into a home only to be tripped by a dog bone or squeaky toy. When it comes to leashes, try to minimize hanging too many things by the front entrance of your home. Instead, put leashes in a cabinet, closet or basket. To clean up your pet’s eating area, invest
in matching food and water bowls that can also serve as home décor. Place an attractive mat underneath the bowls so the floor is kept clean. Lastly, always be sure to bathe your pet regularly and take him or her to the vet for regular checkups. This will not only keep your home clean, but also give you piece of mind that they’re strong and in good health. Whether you’re already in your lifelong home or not, the entire goal of pet shui is to lead a balanced, happy, and harmonious life with your furry companion. Let your home be a reflection of you and your family, pets and all! Works Cited Barrett, Jayme. “Feng Shui… for Your Pet.” Mindbodygreen 13 Aug. 2010. 10 Sep. 2015 <http:// www.mindbodygreen.com/0-1252/Feng-Shui-forYour-Pet.html> Gallops, Ann Bingley. “Best Feng Shui Tips for Pets.” Open Spaces Feng Shui 12 Dec. 2011. 10 Sep. 2015 <http://openspacesfengshui.com/feng-shuitips/2011/12/pet-feng-shui/>
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Create a feast that all your guests will love this Holiday Season! To give you some cooking inspiration, here’s one of our favorite recipes to try:
Sweet Potato Cornbread Stuffing with Savory Butternut Squash (adapted from Southern Living®)
We were so inspired by Southern Living’s® recipe that we came up with our own adaptation. This isn’t your traditional cornbread stuffing! DIRECTIONS INGREDIENTS 1 large onion, diced 2 cups celery, chopped 2 small garlic cloves, pressed 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 1/2 lbs. butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch cubes 2 medium-size sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes 3 tablespoons melted butter 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon marjoram 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning 2 (14-oz.) cans low-sodium fat-free chicken stock 1 (8-oz.) package cornbread stuffing mix 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1/4 cup pecans
1. Preheat oven to 350˚; lightly grease a 13” x 9” baking dish. 2. I n a large bowl, combine squash, sweet potatoes, apple, butter, brown sugar, marjoram, 1 tsp Cajun seasoning, and ¼ cup water. Set aside. 3. H eat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat then sauté onion, celery and garlic until transparent, about 5-10 minutes. 4. A dd squash mixture to skillet. Cover, reduce heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender; approximately 15 minutes. 5. Stir in half of chicken stock (1 can) 6. Remove from heat and set aside for 10-15 minutes 7. I n a medium-sized bowl, combine stuffing mix, lightly beaten egg, remaining chicken stock (1 can), and remaining Cajun seasoning (1 tsp). Gently add to squash mixture. 8. Transfer to baking dish. 9. Cover and bake at 350˚ for 30 minutes. 10. R emove cover, add pecans on top. Bake for an additional 20 minutes or until heated through. Let stand for 5-10 minutes. 11. Serve and enjoy!
I have learned from personal experience that it doesn’t take much for my allergies to go haywire from the inevitable dust that builds up in my home at supersonic speed. Admittedly, this is also thanks to a little basset hound/beagle mix by the name of Charlie Bronson getting hair everywhere (as cute as he may be!). Whether you have a pet or not, there is dust-free light at the end of the tunnel! You’re not alone, either – allergies affect more than 20% of Americans. In this post, we’ll go over specific ways to free your home of allergens so you and your family can finally breathe cleaner air. Here are some trusty guidelines to get you started.
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1. Lay down doormats. In each entryway of your home, lay down two doormats – one on the inside and one on the outside. This helps prevent allergens from being tracked inside. Another alternative is to have your family and guests remove their shoes when they enter your home. Otherwise, allergens are just spread around.
5. Say bye-bye to drapes Consider switching from curtains to blinds or shades because they hold much fewer allergens. However, if you insist on having drapes, make sure they’re machine washable since those are easier to keep dust-free.
6. Get an air purifier filter
2. Upgrade your vacuum cleaner
From cooking fumes and cleaning vapors to dust and pet dander, there are so many different types of particles that can pollute the air inside your home. Air purifiers can be very effective in helping reduce allergens in the air, but just make sure you stay away from those producing ozone. We recommend using one with a HEPA filter.
If you don’t have one already, make sure your vacuum cleaner has a HEPA filter. These are specifically made to trap particles as small as 0.3 microns. Basically, they’ll be able to capture the majority of allergens.
3. Replace air filters
7. Use a hygrometer to measure humidity levels
Remember to always clean or replace the air filters in your heating or cooling system as often as required. You can refer to the manufacturers’ instructions regarding when to change them and how often.
4. Beware of mold Minimizing mold, especially in your bathroom, is one of the most effective ways to lessen allergens. With more than 100,000 species of mold in the world, the last thing you want is for your bathroom to turn into a war zone. Clean regularly and remind yourself to dry off surfaces that collect standing water. Also, it’s important that your bathroom has good ventilation. Every few years, you should replace any broken tiles and re-caulk sinks and tubs. This keeps mold from growing behind the walls.
By investing in a hygrometer, you’ll discover the exact moisture levels in your home. Take a measurement in each room and if the reading is above 60 percent, you may consider using a dehumidifier. High humidity can lead to mold growth, so this is your best tactic to prevent that.
8. Ditch the carpet Carpet does a great job of trapping in countless allergens, so it’s a good idea to replace your carpeting with hardwood or linoleum flooring. If that’s not an option, use low-pile carpeting instead of high-pile. Be sure to vacuum at least once a week and shampoo your carpet frequently.
Works Cited Pruthi, Sandhya, M.D., Li, James T C, M.D., Ph.D. “Allergy-proof your home.” Mayo Clinic 13 Apr. 2014. 10 Sep. 2015 <http://www. mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/allergies/in-depth/allergy/art-20049365>
What to Do Before the Appraiser Arrives Are you ready to refinance or sell your home? If you answered yes, then it’s time to get your home appraised in order to define its true value in the current real estate market. HOW DOES A HOME APPRAISAL WORK? On the day of your scheduled visit, a licensed home appraiser will evaluate your home by going from room to room, assessing its condition. He will also take upgrades into account and do a comparison of other homes in your neighborhood. In the end, you’ll get an appraiser’s report. If you’re selling, you can use this document to decide your asking price. If you’re refinancing, you’ll now be able to determine how much equity you have. Before the appraiser comes knocking at your door, however, you need to be prepared. The higher your appraisal value the better, so we have put together a list of tasks to complete beforehand.
Make any repairs necessary
Enhance curb appeal
If your home needs any small repairs at the time of the appraisal, that will have a negative impact on your outcome. Make sure all door latches and handles work properly, carpet does not look worn out (replace if necessary), plumbing is operable, and all windows work effectively. Not fixing these can make your home look older than it really is, so do everything you can to avoid that.
The front of your house is the first thing the appraiser will see when pulling into the driveway, so it should be dressed to impress. First, look at the outside of your home as a whole – do you see any peeling paint, damaged gutters, siding, bricks, or mortar? Address all these issues. Then tackle the lawn by mowing, trimming, and cleaning up the weeds or dead plants. Make sure all tools or equipment are out of sight. The front porch and driveway should also be free of any debris, like leaves and sticks.
Update light fixtures If the light fixtures throughout your home are worn and outdated, then it’s a good idea to update them before the appraiser arrives. Don’t spend too much in this category, though!
Freshen up walls Depending on how long you’ve lived in your current home, there are probably some chips and holes in your walls. They may also be a little faded. Freshen up these areas with some spackle and a new coat of paint.
Prepare your home for an appraiser like you would for an interested buyer. Make any updates or repairs necessary, clean everything, and keep track of all the updates that you’ve made. A licensed appraiser will take everything into consideration in determining your home’s true market value.
Works Cited: Allasio, John. “How to Prepare for a Home Appraisal.” Zing! By QuickenLoans 18 Apr. 2013. 11 Sep. 2015 <http://www.quickenloans.com/blog/home-appraisals-prepare>
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Golf Course Directory
Course Name
Address
City
Phone
Bald Head Island Club
1 Saltmeadow Trail
Bald Head Island
910.457.7300
Big Cats at Ocean Ridge
53 Ocean Ridge Pkwy SW
Ocean Isle Beach
1.800.233.1801
Brierwood Golf Club
27 Brierwood Rd SW
Shallotte
910.754.4660
Brunswick Plantation and Golf Resort
380 Brunswick Drive
Calabash
1.800.322.8572
Cape Fear National at Brunswick Forest
2701 Brunswick Forest Parkway
Leland
910.383.3283
Carolina Golf and Beach Resort
420 Sunset BLVD South
Sunset Beach
1.800.222.1524
Carolina National Golf Club
1643 Goley Hewett Rd SE
Bolivia
910.755.5200
Carolina Shores Golf & Country Club
99 Carolina Shores Dr
Calabash
910.579.2181
Crow Creek
240 Hickman Rd. NW
Calabash
1.877.287.3081
Farmstead Golf Links
541 McLamb Rd., NW
Calabash
1.866.749.7277
Green Hills
1427 Green Hill Rd
Winnabow
910.253.8333
Leopard’s Chase Golf Club
6330 Castlebrook Way
Ocean Isle Beach
910.287.1800
Lion’s Paw Golf Club
351 Ocean Ridge Pkwy.
Sunset Beach
910.287.1800
Lockwood Folly Country Club
19 Clubhouse Dr. SW
Holden Beach
1.877.562.9663
Magnolia Greens Golf Plantation
1800 Linkwood Cir.
Leland
910.383.0999
Meadowlands Golf Club
1000 Meadowlands Trail
Calabash
910. 287.7529
Oak Island Golf Country Club
928 Caswell Beach Rd.
Caswell Beach
800.278.5275
Olde Fort Golf Club
3189 River Rd., SE
Winnabow
910.371.9940
Oyster Bay Golf Links
614 Lakeshore Dr.
Sunset Beach
910.579.3528
Panther’s Run Golf Club
351 Ocean Ridge Pkwy.
Sunset Beach
910.287.1800
Rivers Edge Golf Club
2000 Arnold Palmer Dr
Shallotte
910.755.3434
Sandpiper Bay Golf & Country Club
800 N. Sandpiper Club Dr.
Sunset Beach
910.579.5889
Sea Trail Golf Resort - Dan Maples Course
211 Clubhouse Drive
Sunset Beach
888.321.9076
Sea Trail Golf Resort - Rees Jones Course
211 Clubhouse Dr
Sunset Beach
888.321.9076
Sea Trail Golf Resort - Willard Byrd Course
211 Clubhouse Dr
Sunset Beach
888.321.9076
The Lakes Country Club
591 South Shore Drive
Boiling Spring Lakes
910.845.2625
The Pearl Golf Links - East Course
1300 Pearl Blvd. SW
Calabash
910.579.8132
The Pearl Golf Links - West Course
1300 Pearl Blvd. SW
Calabash
910.579.8132
The Players Club at St. James Plantation
3640 Players Club Dr.
Southport
910.253.9500
Thistle Golf Club
1815 Olde Thistle Club Road
Sunset Beach
1.800.571.6710
Tiger’s Eye Golf Club
360 Ocean Ridge Pkwy
Ocean Isle Beach
910.287.7228
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Restaurant Angelos Antonios Deli, Pizza and Grill Atlantic Seafood & Steaks Baked with Love Barts BBQ and Jane’s Seafood BBQ House Oak Island Beana’s Kitchen Becks of Calabash Bella Cucina Boundary House Calabash Deli Calabash Garden Tea Room Calabash Seafood Hut Cape Fear Restaurant Capt Nances Capt. John’s Seafood House Capt. Pete’s Causeway Gourmet Chilis Crabby Oddwaters Dawg House Derbsters Dockside Seafood House Duffers Bar & Grill Eb & Flo’s Restaurant Ella’s of Calabash Eric’s Grille Fibber McGees Fish House Restaurant @ Blue Water Point Marina Fishy Fishy Cafe Flying FIsh Cafe George’s Pancake House Giggling Mackerel Grapevine Inlet View Island Way Restaurant Joseph’s Italian Bistro La Cucina Live Oak Cafe Local’s Family Diner Loco Jo’s Grill & Bar MoJo’s on the Harbor Mr. P’s Bistro Osaka Japanease Steak House Paradise Cafe Pelicans Perch Pharmacy Restaurant Pizza Shack PJ’S Restaurant & Market Pogies Waterfront Bar and Grill Ports of Call Provision Company - Holden Beach Provision Company - Southport Purple Onion River Pilot Cafe Roberto’s Ristorante San Felipe Mexican Sarah’s Kitchen Sharkys Shoals Club Silver Hill Grill Sonja’s Grill Sugar Shack Sunrise Pancake House Sunset Beach Gourmet Deli Taylor Cuisine Cafe & Catering Thai Peppers Restaurant & Sushi Bar The Bar-B-Que House The Bridge Grill The Dawg House The Grape & Ale The Isles The View at Brick Landing Tony’s Pizza Turtle Island Restaurant & Catering Twin Lakes Seafood Restaurant Yacht Basin Eatery
Address 110-Suite D3 Shallotte Crossing Parkway 5990 Beach Drive SW 5059 Southport Supply Rd SE 302 N Howe Street 5850 Ocean Highway West 5002 E Oak Island Dr 106-D SE 58th Street 1014 River Road 5177 Southport-Supply Road Unit A 1045 River Road 9929 Beach Drive 10152 Beach Drive 1125 River Road 101 West Bay Street 9939 Nance Street 9887 Oak St Jordon Blvd, Intracoastal Waterway 100-7 Causeway Drive 104 Shallotte Crossing Parkway 310 Sunset Boulevard 6415 Beach Dr SW 10101 Beach Drive 9955 Nance St 4924 Main Street #1 8 Marina Wynd 1148 River Road 1671 Howe Street 1780 Queen Anne Street 57th Place West 106 Yacht Basin Drive 705 Ocean Drive 9941 Beach Drive 65 Causeway Drive 9991 Beach Drive Southwest 1800 Village Point Road 1407 East Beach Dr 5003 O’Quinn Blvd 1780 Chandlers Ln 614 N. Howe Street 832 N Howe Street 602 North Howe St Unit E 16 Marina Wynd 309 N. Howe Street 110- Suite D4 Shallotte Crossing Parkway 102 Jordan Boulevard 8 East Second Street 110 East Moore Street 6212 E Oak Island Drive 614 W West Street 14 Causeway Drive 116 North Howe St 1343 Cedar Landing Road 130 Yacht Basin Dr 4647 Main Street Suite 1 8 Marina Wynd 6737 Beach Drive 110 Shallotte Crossing Parkway 1649 Seaside Road Southwest 61 Causeway Drive 100 Station House Way 2049 Holden Beach Rd SW 15 Coastal Dr. Hwy 17 1609 Hale Beach Road Southwest 10008 Beach Drive SW 1780 Chandlers Lane Unit 7 731 N. Howe Street 115 East Moore Street 5002 E Oak Island Drive 305 Sunset Boulevard North 6415 Beach Dr SW 8521 E. Oak Island Drive 417 West Second Street 1882 Goose Creek Rd SW 1150 River Road 6220 E Oak Island Drive 102 Sunset Boulevard 122 Yacht Basin Drive
City Shallotte Ocean Isle Beach Southport Southport Ocean Isle Beach Oak Island Oak Island Calabash Southport Calabash Calabash Calabash Calabash Southport Calabash Calabash Holden Beach Ocean Isle Beach Shallotte Sunset Beach Ocean Isle Beach Calabash Calabash Shallotte Bald Head Island Calabash Southport Sunset Beach Oak Island Southport Oak Island Calabash Ocean Isle Beach Calabash Shallotte Oak Island Southport Sunset Beach Southport Southport Southport Bald Head Island Southport Shallotte Holden Beach Ocean Isle Beach Southport Oak Island Southport Ocean Isle Beach Southport Holden Beach Southport Shallotte Bald Head Island Ocean Isle Beach Shallotte Sunset Beach Ocean Isle Beach Bald Head Island Supply Supply Ocean Isle Beach Calabash Sunset Beach Southport Southport Oak Island Sunset Beach Ocean Isle Beach Oak Island Ocean Isle Beach Ocean Isle Beach Calabash Oak Island Sunset Beach Southport
Phone 910.754.2334 910.579.0001 910.457.4477 910.454.0044 910.287.7522 910.201.1001 910.278.7209 910.579.6776 910.454.4540 910.579.8888 910.579.9801 910.579.9500 910.579.6723 910.457.9222 910.579.2574 910.579.6011 910.846.9988 910.575.1084 910.755.5033 910.579.6372 910.579.8834 910.579.6228 910.579.6775 910.754.7229 910.457.7390 910.579.6728 910.457.9024 910.575.2271 910.278.1230 910.457.1881 910.278.5504 910.575.1001 910.575.0902 910.575.6565 910.754.VIEW 910.278.7770 910.454.4440 910.579.9777 910.454.4360 910.457.0444 910.457.9009 910.457.7217 910.457.0801 910.755.6188 910.842.4999 910-579-0102 910.457.5577 910.278.6781 910.454.0550 910-579-0099 910.457.4544 910.842.7205 910.457.0654 910.842.6420 910.457.7390 910.579.4999 910.755.7278 910.575.3777 910.579.9177 910.454.4888 910.842.6420 910.754.5115 910.579.3844 910.575.1001 910.575.6759 910.454.0088 910.457.0095 910.201.1001 910.579.5004 910.579.8834 910.933.4384 910.575.5988 910.754.5540 910.579.3531 910.278.4944 910.579.6373 888.587.5643
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Sharon “Zak” 4911 Long Beach Rd. SE Southport, NC 28461
Office: 910-798-1067 Toll Free: 1-800-346-7671 Cell: 910-448-0000 E-Mail: Sharonzak@yahoo.com
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THIS LARGE HOME SITS ON 3 WATERFRONT LOTS & is in a cul de sac location. With 3 BRs, 2.5 baths, & over 3200 square feet of living space, this home provides plenty of room to spread out. Double garage, deck, sunroom & more. $350,000 MLS#696973
NEW CONSTRUCTION ON THE BIG LAKE IN BOILING SPRING LAKES! 3BR, 2BA, 1666 SF & wonderful lake views. Open, Bright & Cheery w/nice flow for entertaining. Split BRs for privacy & LG master w/tray ceiling & walk-in closet. Grilling deck & walkway/pier at lake side! $250,000 MLS# 695996
Boiling Spring Lakes
Boiling Spring Lakes
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3BR/2BA 1500 SF w/new Mohawk flrs in LR, new carpet in BRs & freshly painted. Open great rm, upgraded windows, Hunter fans, 9 ft ceilings, well for outside watering, storm doors, LG single garage, Home warranty & more. $149,000 MLS# 697770
EMERALD CITY HOME w/10 ft ceilings & cathedral ceiling in LR. Master private from 2 BRs. Tray ceiling in master, tile in BAs & laundry, durable Mohawk wood laminate, upgraded carpet & padding, granite tops & vanities, wainscoting, designer paint colors, screened porch, double garage & paved driveway. $169,900 MLS# 696885
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Text P255793 to 85377 IMMACULATE, LIKE NEW DOUBLE WIDE close to NC Wildlife Boat launch at Sunset Harbor. 3BR/2BA, crown molding, extra insulation. Outside building w/electric. $82,000 MLS# 686473
Sunset Harbor
Sunset Harbor
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ADORABLE 3BR/1.5BA Mobile w/living, kitchen & dining combo. Only a hop, skip & jump to get to the NC Wildlife Boat ramp. Close to fishing, boating, golf courses & beaches! So bring your fishing gear, your golf clubs & your bathing suit to this mostly furnished home! One-year home warranty for buyer. $65,000 MLS# 695654
AFFORDABLE SINGLEWIDE/close to boat launch and a quick drive to beaches. Detached storage building/workshop. NO HOA DUES! $47,000 MLS# 664212
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910.842.1300 • 800.842.6949 www.brunswicklandrealty.com email: wfs@atmc.net
123 Ocean Blvd. West Holden Beach, NC 28462 SALES • RENTAL
Custom Brick Beauty w/ water views! LG scrnd porch & deck. Open w/ gas log FP, LG master, office, utility/sewing rm, 2 add’l BRs & 3 BAs. Horizon E c l i p s e D e h u m i d i f i e r. Lockwood Folly amenities; access to boat ramp & launch area on river, golf & more! MLS# 695251 Text P237485 to 85377
Beautiful well maintained custom built ranch overlooking the 7th hole in L o c k w o o d Fo l l y G o l f / Waterfront Community. LG & open w/tray ceilings & hdwd flrs. Cozy Carolina Rm w/golf course view. Close to shopping & Holden Beach. MLS# 688921 Text P492870 to 85377
Meticulously maintained custom built home on community lake in Lakes of Lockwood. Open w/ b e a u t i f u l l a ke v i e w s ! Elegant kitchen & finished bonus rm. Many extras & only minutes from Holden Beach! MLS# 696333 Text P822950 to 85377
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Bill Schmidt 910.232.5770
Oceanfront Coastal Living! Well maintained & open 4BR/2BA beach cottage. Located at west end of Holden Beach. Comfor tably furnished w/2nd flr loft. LG back & side sun decks & scrnd porch. Deep lot w/you own boardwalk to beach. Repeat renters. Furnished. MLS# 685986
Well maintained 3BR/2BA cozy beach cottage w/open concept. Laminate wood flrs (2013) throughout living & BA areas. Enclosed 2 car garage under house w/ extra storage space. Beach access at Marlin & OBW. Furnished. MLS# 696946 Text P237481 to 85377
Beautiful & Well Maintained w/many upgrades overlooking the 15 green w/view of pond. Master w/vaulted ceiling & outdoor courtyard w/golf course views. 2BRs upstairs w/balconies & scenic views, LG loft w/office & sitting area. MLS# 693450 Text P710668 to 85377
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$233,500 3 BR - 2 BA - WALK TO BEACH WELL MAINTAINED Open Living & Dining Concept 2 Decks & LG Backyard Never Rented & Move-In Ready! TEXT P663409 to 85377
at the Beach / Oak Island 6237 E Oak Island Dr â&#x20AC;˘ Oak Island, NC 28465
$745,000
$399,900
5 BR - 3.5 BA - OCEANFRONT
4 BR - 2 BA - OCEANFRONT
3 Story Contemporary
Very Strong Rental History
Sunrise & Sunset
True Beach Life
Unencumbered Vistas!
Endless Upgrades!!
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Barbara S. Andrews (910) 540-9879 Cell Phone (910) 842-1555 Office
Email: BarbaraAndrews@SeaCoastRealty.com Email: holdenbeachbarb@gmail.com
3247 Holden Beach Rd Holden Beach, NC 28462
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OYSTER HARBOUR - $425,000 4 BR - 4 BA - Bonus Room Gorgeous Stately Home. Upgrades Galore! MLS# 690577
VIEWS OF THE ICW - $214,900 3 BR - 2.5 BA - Waterfront What a Beauty! Won’t Last Long! MLS# 692560
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LOCKWOOD FOLLY - $379,000 3 BR - 2 BA - Custom Built Built on 1st hole of Golf course! MLS# 694388
LOCKWOOD FOLLY - $479,900 3 BR - 2.5 BA - Waterfront Spectacular Marsh, ICW & Wildlife Views! MLS# 694426
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HOLDEN BEACH - $459,000 4 BR - 3 BA - Delightful Views Oh my gosh! This one is all decked out! MLS# 696212
SHALLOTTE RIVER & MARSH - $139,000 3 BR - 2.5 BA - 2201 SF WOW! Amazing! Come see to believe! MLS# 697210
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SAUCEPAN CREEK - $585,000 3 BR - 2.5 BA - 2401 SF Peaceful & Serene! Immaculate condition! MLS# 697265
BOLIVIA - $219,000 3 BR - 3 BA - 2101 SF Perfect for Entertaining! MLS# 697649
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Mike 910-477-7665
Burt 910-352-6471
LYNDA HARAWAY 910-448-0521 Joseph 910-880-1748
Stephanie 910-367-2230
$400,000
WATERFRONT!! Large custom home with over 2000 sq ft surrounded by trees & itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own dock. Enjoy fishing, boating or relaxing; enjoy nature from this beautiful setting. Open concept & everything points to the fabulous views! Kitchen w/wrap around bar, exotic granite, stainless appliances & cherry cabinets. Custom office space. 3 beautiful bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Master BR w/2 LG closets. Master BA w/heated ceramic flrs, LG walk in shower, & walk out to hot tub on back deck. Wired for sound, intercom & security. MLS# 695432 Text P217683 to 85377
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