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Posted on 12/06/2020
Keeping Up with Keeping Up
Photo by Monkey Business Images via Shutterstock It’s easy for a home to get out of hand with all the things that come through the door every week. Here are a few tips for keeping up with the never-ending clutter that enters your home. Create a Shoe Station Set up a location at each entry door for family...
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Posted on 11/29/2020
Home Seller Tips: How to Stage Your Home
Photo by Subham Majumder from Pexels When you are trying to sell your home, you want it to look its best. The more appealing your home is to potential buyers, the faster it will sell and the higher your profits will be. One of the best ways to enhance the appeal of your home is through "staging," which...
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Posted on 11/22/2020
DIY: 4 Easy Bathroom Updates
Photo by Bonnie Kittle on Unsplash Tired of looking at a dated bathroom day after day but dread updating it knowing the average remodeled bathroom will set you back thousands of dollars? Even if you don’t have the budget for a complete makeover, there are several DIY ways you can update your bathroom. 1. Paint Tub & Tile...
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Posted on 11/15/2020
What Determines Homeowners’ Insurance Costs?
Photo by Designer491 via Shutterstock If you’re new to homeownership, one of your first expenses is homeowner’s insurance. Not to be confused with mortgage insurance, your homeowner policy protects you in the event of a catastrophe. Factors that Impact the Cost of Home Insurance The cost of your home is only one factor in an extensive list of...
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Posted on 11/08/2020
How to Decide if an HOA Right for You
Image by StockSnap from Pixabay In many communities, homeowner’s associations, or HOAs, provide services to residents of the neighborhood. In fact, as many as 26 million homes are under the guidance of an HOA across the country. These community organizations can help ensure the neighborhood’s homes stay in good repair, residents treat each other respectfully, and agreed-upon rules...
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Posted on 12/11/2020
Another Property Sold - 406 Westmont Road, Jacksonville, NC 28540
Pride of ownership shines through on this listing! Three bedrooms on the main floor with a bonus bedroom AND full bathroom upstairs. The open concept and natural light fills each room throughout! Fresh paint and move in ready make this home very desirable! Wonderfully sized first floor master bedroom, bedroom 2 & 3 have a Jack-and-Jill style bathroom and bedroom 4 has it's own bathroom...
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Posted on 12/10/2020
Another Property Sold - 107 Winestone Place, Jacksonville, NC 28546
GORGEOUS CUSTOM HOME!! This 4 bed 4 1/2 bath home is centrally located in South Hall, one of the most sought after neighborhoods in Jacksonville. This home boasts too many upgrades to list. Upon entering the home trough the southern style covered front porch, the foyer greets you with custom hard wood floors extending into the family room where the open floor plan allows for guests to meet comfortably in the kitchen or the family room. The gourmet kitchen has granite counter tops, custom cabinetry, gas stove-top, built in microwave and an IMPRESSIVE double door commercial grade refrigerator! Entertain friends for dinner in the formal dining...
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Posted on 12/08/2020
Another Property Sold - 407 Clyde Drive, Jacksonville, NC 28540
In the heart of Northwoods sits this cute home on 1/2 acre lot with a detached 1 car garage. Home has 3 bedrooms and 1 1/2 baths and a large screened in porch on the back of house. Beautifully landscaped yard with Crape Myrtle trees and Magnolias...
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Posted on 12/05/2020
Another Property Sold - 308 Hubert Boulevard, Hubert, NC 28539
Quiet country living... this spacious 3 bed 2 bath manufactured home is nestled on a large, private, 1 acre lot and is conveniently close to the main gate, back gate, local shopping and area...
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Posted on 11/25/2020
Another Property Sold - 1008 Tiffin Court, Jacksonville, NC 28546
New construction home in the established beautiful neighborhood of Country Club Estates. This 4 bed 2 1/2 bath home is nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac on a dead end road. Sitting just outside of city limits means NO CITY TAXES yet conveniently located near the main gate, shopping, restaurants and...
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Posted on 11/10/2020
000 Shell Rock Landing Road #2, Hubert, NC 28539 now has a new price of $35,000!
Looking for a large lot near water to build your dream home? This parcel of land is minutes from the ICW and Queens Creek. It has everything you need- spacious acreage, potentially great views, quiet neighborhood and plenty of road frontage. Go have a...
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Posted on 11/06/2020
294 Currituck Drive, Holly Ridge, NC 28445 now has a new price of $171,900!
Welcome to The Landing at Folkstone! This highly sought after community is located near MCAS, Stone Bay, Topsail Island, local restaurants, entertainment and more! The Rachael floor plan comes complete with 3 bedrooms located on the second floor, 2 1/2 baths, a beautiful eat in kitchen and a one car garage. These particular units are a perfect starter home or rental investment. They go quickly... select your unit early enough and you can choose your features and...
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