Bill and Valerie Kachura These two Jersey residents (of fifteen years) made their way to the North Carolina Coast because of all of the “cliché” reasons as they called them...harsh weather, high taxes and bad traffic.  “Did I mention the weather?!” Bill chimed in once more. “We felt like when we stopped working that it was time for us to move on,” Valerie said. And, move on they did…right to Brunswick Forest!  However, the journey to finding Brunswick Forest as they recall wasn’t quite that easy. “We visited communities up and down the East Coast without finding that special something” Bill said.  “We began to think we were going back to Jersey,” Valerie remembers.  “But, then we found it!  Brunswick Forest was the last stop on our trip and we just knew it.  From the pools and other am... 09/07/2011

FREE FOOD ~ REALTOR LUNCHEON ~ BONUSDo ANY of those entice you to attend an Open House or visit a new construction community?  What if it entitled you to a BONUS when you sold a home in a D.R. HORTON community?? The word "Bonus" and a personal invitation enticed us, so lunch today was on D.R. Horton, while we previewed the "Tyler's Cove" community in Leland, North Carolina.  "Tyler's Cove" is one of the several neighborhoods in the master planned community of "Mallory Creek Plantation"We have been fortunate to have sold quite a few new homes in another D.R. Horton community located in Calabash. At the community, "The Farm" we found Edie Caudill, a sales representative who welcomed us and truly appreciated when we brought buyers to her community. We as Realtors know that not all new cons... 03/31/2011

We went to an open house at Grayson Park.  The developers were there and were very excited about their product.  It is in the coast area of North Carolina and close to Wilmington NC and Southport NC. They have a very good product with a very affordable price point in the 150K range.  They offer three bedrooms and two baths. The community has pools and tennis court along with a playground for children. Too good to be true...but it is. 03/25/2011

You know how it is .. After Church..comes Grandma day.  We had a delightful meal with all of the family and the, it was clean up time.  Then when all settles down, we get to do the things that really mean something. First the Lincoln  Logs come out and a city is built.. (with the help of parents)...then we go to the front yart to have a little batting practice...(5 year old is doing baseball this year). We are helping with Spring training. Then in for dessert of Blueberry Cobbler.. What could be better on a Sunday Afternoon. Ginger of Southport 03/09/2011

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  I don't know about you all, but I am having a harder time pleasing the BPO  folks.  I am giving them  factual information based on our local MLS and the figures tell the truth.  They are wanting us to go back and get closer comparable properties  When nothing has sold in that area you must go outside that community to find comparable to do the analysis.   I am also finding, after I have done the work...they order has been canceled.   Then, we have spent our time and energy to do the work and will not be compensated for it. What do you do with this scenario?   Ginger of Southport 02/15/2011

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Today we visited with a new Homes community that our company has just listed.  It is an absolutely delightful new home community with prices ranging form $189,000 to $250,000 and up to 3200 square feet.  Stevens Fine Homes At the heart of Grayson Park lies your own personal escape...a retreat you can enjoy everyday. Fall in love with a doubles match in tennis ...www.stevensfinehomes.com/index/c/​grayson-park What a value for the price. If you would like more information regarding Grayson Park, send me a note and I will send you a packet of information.   Take care,   Ginger Of Southport 09/23/2010

Waterford of the Carolinas - Leland, NC - Brunswick County When you call Waterford home life is never dull, with limitless ways to spend your day! Take advantage of our long list of established amenities ready for you to enjoy from the day you move in. Look at all the amenities:   · Elegant Clubhouse      · Miles of Walking and Biking Trails · Resort-style Pool with Cabana Bar      · 17 Miles of Shorelined Lakes & Creeks · Media/ Game Room      · Playground, Lakeside Picnic Area · Fully Equipped Fitness Facility      · Fishing, Canoeing, Kayaking · 4 Har-tru Tennis Courts      · Full Service Medical Services on-site · Event Lawn Area      · All types of Dining Experiences on-site · Sand Beach with Volleyball      • Boutiques, Shoppes, and Services on-site   Real Estate: Waterford of the... 07/20/2010

Brunswick Forest Real Estate-Leland,NC....Absolutely Stunning! I had the pleasure recently of selling a home in Brunswick Forest in Leland , NC to a wonderful customer that was relocating here from Maryland. Brunswick Forest has it all and then some. This community is located in Leland,NC in Brunswick County just south of Wilmington,NC on Hwy 17 south. Home prices start in the upper $200's and include all of the ammenities. The ammenities inlcude a clubhouse, two pools, gym, aerobics, gym pro shop, coffee bar, social center, etc. Brunswick Forest real estate is a hot item with the number of houses growing everyday. It is one of the fasest growing communities in the coastal NC area. To see what Brunswick Forest has to offer contact... Scott Haynes 910-279-2500 scott@beachpropertiesnc.com... 06/01/2010

Hi Folks, We are happy to be bringing you these weekly market reports for the Wilmington, Pender, Brunswick and Wilmington area beach towns.  Keep up to date on all the activity in our market area!  Here is this weeks Real Estate Report on the town of Leland in Brunswick County for May 3, 2010. http://www.realmarketreports.com/reports/028028_Reports/Leland.pdf Dick Beals 05/04/2010

This is awesome...If you like Pacabel..  This will take you somewhere else in your mind..   Click here: YouTube - Extraordinary Pantene Commercial   I do not share these a lot but this was so very good.  Take a minute and enjoy. Pacabel is one of my favorite composers..Take the time to enjoy this.  It is truly worth it. With warm regards,   Ginger Harper of Southport ~ North Carolina 03/23/2010

Grayson Park Leland NC This is a January update for Grayson Park, an attractive location situated close but not directly within the development occurring in the Leland area. Grayson Park has been very popular with those who like a community with the feel of secluded privacy, all the while having the close availability of growing local areas and Wilmington. Grayson Park has many attractive amenities, such as nature trails, a pond, a common area and playground. The availability of tennis, a clubhouse, and a six-lane swimming pool add also to Grayson Park’s allure. These qualities make Grayson Park sparkle as a shinning example of why the Leland area holds so many great opportunities for home buyers. Contact Us for More Info Today! The following homes were sold/under contract in Grayson Pa... 02/24/2010

New Homes Leland NC I wanted to write a quick post and share some pictures of the snow we recently had at our new homes subdivision, Summerlin Trace, in Leland NC. The snow was unexpected for our area, where we rarely get snow at all. The snow we may occasionally get (once every couple of years), is usually wet slush that doesn't even cover the ground. This was a solid 5 inches of snow in Leland NC and the ground had been cold enough for the snow to actually hang around! I sell new homes at our subdivision, but I also am a superintendent, and general caretaker of things at Summerlin Trace, so one of the first order of business on Friday morning was to go over and check out things and see how our new homes fared. My Wife and I had dropped off our children at Grandma's house the evening b... 02/18/2010

Homes near Wilmington  in Leland NC If you are looking for homes near Wilmington in Leland NC, this could be the perfect home for you. We have just listed this home near Wilmington, located at 9564 Holly Hills Dr in Leland NC.  It  is a three bedroom and two bath home, with 1278 heated square feet, and is on the market for $129,900. One of the immediate things that stand out and that I love about this home near Wilmington is the very large lot, which is around 2/3rds of an acre.  It has a great size backyard and is also bordered on the left side (facing the house) by a small wooded stream, giving the lot more privacy and some additional shade from the hardwood trees as well. This home near Wilmington also has a decent sized covered front porch, which looks great and lets you step outsid... 02/17/2010

Do Foreclosures, Short Sales and AMC's make it difficult to determine value? I saw this story online today and wanted to share it. It involves the new appraisal standards and how many banks are now using AMC's, or Appraisal Management Companies, to handle their appraisals, instead of contacting and using local appraisers that they know and are familiar with. Oftentimes, this involves the AMC sending out the cheapest appraiser that they can find, irregardless of the appraisers knowledge of the local area.  What caught my eye was the opening line to the story. "Where's the bridge to Bald Head Island?" asked the appraiser. The answer? There isn't one. You travel to Bald Head Island by ferry. Do you think that maybe this appraiser was out of touch with the local market?  I'd say absolutely... 02/14/2010

Windsor Park Leland NC January Update This is my January update for Windsor Park. I try to keep current updates for different neighborhoods in the Leland area. Windsor Park is one of the fastest selling communities in the Leland NC area. It has been very popular with people moving to the Leland area, with the main drivers being affordable home prices and close location to Wilmington. Windsor Park also has great amenities, including swimming pools and clubhouse for residents, and grills and walking areas. Windsor Park is located in the Leland city limits and has direct access to Hwy 74/76. Contact Me for All Windsor Park Listings! The following homes were sold in Windsor Park last month:         Address                                                    Selling Price                     ... 02/06/2010

10 Things every Homebuyer should find out before making an Offer This is a list of things that I felt are important for anyone who is considering buying a home. They should apply no matter where you are, but are not intended to be all-inclusive. A great Realtor will take care of these things for you, so interview and find someone that you are excited to work with. 1. Is the Home in a flood zone? It is very important to know whether or not the home you are considering is located in a flood zone. The State of North Carolina has a mapping website that shows flood zones at www.ncfloodmaps.com. A competent local Realtor will also know how to obtain information on flood zones in the area. Another thing to consider is that flood zones do not paint the entire picture. Talk to people who live in... 02/05/2010

Leland NC Foreclosures Listings Updates This is my foreclosures listings update for Oct 15, 2009, thru Jan 15, 2009. The way I do this, I look at what foreclosures have sold in the past 3 months, what is currently pending, and then also what is currently available. The cities included in my search are Leland, and also Belville and Navassa. I consider these towns in the Leland "sphere" and part of the greater Leland NC real estate market. These are homes we are discussing, and not land foreclosures. These are available, and if you contact me, I will provide a current list of properties. Eight foreclosures sold in the past 3 months in the area. They averaged 3 bedrooms and 2.25 baths and 1709 heated square feet. The average listing price was $140, 538, and the average selling price was $1... 01/22/2010

Joseph Keech | Blue Atlantic Properties | 910-512-4169 9108 Arden Rd, Leland, NC Affordable Homes for sale Leland NC, This affordable home has many upgrades, including Covered Porch and large, sunny bathrooms with garden tub in master. Kitchen has plenty of room and custom shelving. Upgraded floor 3BR/2BA Single Family House offered at $149,900 Year Built 2010 Sq Footage 1,340 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking Unspecified Lot Size 6,490 sqft HOA/Maint $15 per month DESCRIPTION This home has many upgrades, including laminate flooring, stainless appliances, custom shelving, ceiling fans, garden tub, and much more. Please view our homes at www.SummerlinTrace.com see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - Central heat - High/Vaulted ceiling - Walk-i... 01/20/2010