As part of the vision 2020 Downtown Plan, the city of Wilmington has purchased a 6.63 acre tract along the northern riverfront to be used as a public park.  A 1000 foot section of the river walk north of the convention center is also complete and will be open to the public this month.  Construction has also started on  another 110 foot section north of the marina.  By year end the river walk with extend 1.75 miles from Chandler's Wharf to the Isabel Holmes Bridge.

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If you have been thinking about doing some home improvement you won't want to miss the Wilmington Home Expo & Remodeling Show.  The event will be held at the Schwartz Center in downtown Wilmington on Saturday, January 25th from 10 - 5 and Sunday, January 26th from 12 - 4.  Admission & parking is free.  Speak with professionals representing a wide range of services all in one place!  For more info: http://www.wcfhba.com/wilmington-homeexpo-remodeling-show/ 

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A national builder's magazine recently ranked the outlook for the top 100 metro housing markets in 2014 and Wilmington came in 16th. The rankings were based on overall economic health and expected growth in new home sales. Two other North Carolina regions cracked the top 50 in the ratings: Raleigh-Cary ranked 13th and Durham-Chapel Hill came in at 26th. 

This may be great news for our region and particularly good for those considering buying or selling a home in the Cape Fear area. Sellers can expect a strong real estate market in the coming year, where days on the market fall and buyers are willing to make quality offers. While on the other hand, buyers can proceed with confidence knowing that the market is solid, they are investing in a rising market and yet prices have not fully rebounded.

The current conditions of historically low interest rates, pent up buyer hesitation and an improving economic outlook may well result in 2014 being the year of the real estate renaissance. If you would like to see the complete list of the forecasted top 100 real estate markets for 2014 click HERE. Better yet, contact our office and find of if this truly is the time to make your move in the Cape Fear real estate market.

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Plan a summer vacation on North Carolina’s southeastern coast!

Now is the time to start planning your summer getaway.  Whether you are looking for a real estate purchase or just want a beach vacation, why not give CAROLINA BEACH, NC a try this summer.  Fly into ILM (Wilmington airport) on USAirways or Delta  and you’re just 20 minutes from the tropical blue ocean and white sandy beaches of Carolina Beach.  Stay in a B&B, condo or rent a home, wherever you stay you are never far from the ocean or all CB has to offer. Below are some things to do while on vacation in Carolina Beach.

•CB farmer’s market every Saturday – food and crafts

•Thursday fireworks on the boardwalk

•Wednesday outdoor Bingo at the gazebo

•Sunday movies at the lake, free and family oriented

•June 26th Annual Beach Music Festival

Carolina Beach, North Carolina is a great vacation spot. With so much to do on the ocean, on land and great restruants and events!•Rent a paddleboat or kayak on the lake

•Learn how to surf or paddle board

•Try a famous Britt’s donut  http://www.carolinabeach.net/britts1.html

•Enjoy a great meal at http://www.surfhousenc.com

•Grab a craft beer at The Fat Pelican

•Rent a boat and go to Masonboro Island for the day and watch the dolphins play

•Take the Fort Fisher Ferry over to historic Southport for the day

•Drive in to Historic Wilmington for the day.

Carolina Beach is the perfect combination of beach vacation with historic charm.

If you would like to explore the real estate market in this fabulous beach community while on vacation, be sure to email me at Tricia@CoastalSelectProperties.com Call or text me at 910-616-9824 and visit my website for more info on Southeastern North Carolina at www.CoastalSelectProperties.com

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As Hurricane Dorian approaches the Eastern shore of the U.S., everyone along the East coast is hustling to button down and stay safe. We’ve come across a few things to be aware of, some of which, we weren’t! Here’s a quick checklist we’ve compiled from The National Weather Service, FEMA, and from our own experience. 

If evacuation is on your list of possibilities, you may want to continue to follow preparedness measures in the event that evacuation is stalled. 

Hurricane Preparation Checklist

• Have a disaster supply kit ready!
• Compile basic emergency supplies
  • At least one gallon of water per person for three day
  • 3-day supply of non-perishable food
  • Battery-powered or hand craked radio
  • Flashlight
  • First aid kit
  • Moist towelettes (baby wipes)
  • Garbage bags
  • Plastic ties for personal sanitation
  • Charged backup battery for your cell phone
  • Sunscreen
  • Bugspray
  • Portable camp stove or grill
  • Blanket or sleeping bag per person
  • Anti-bacterial hand wipes or gel
  • Blanket or sleeping bag per person
  • Essential medications
  • Bar soap, toiletries
  • Cash and change
  • Duct tape, rope
  • Camera, books, games, cards, etc.

• Check batteries in all flashlight, lanterns, and radios.  

• Have access to an emergency air horn and/or flares.

• Secure all items outside of your home. 

• Have an evacuation plan ready. 

• Locate local shelters.

• Store valuables and papers in waterproof containers.

• Let loved ones know where you plan to be during the storm.

• Ensure your weather radio is in working condition. 

• Secure insurance. 

• Move valuables and appliances out of the basement. 

• If you plan to evacuate, have a copy of your home insurance policies with you. 

Stay safe out there, everyone!