The holiday season is a busy one. Thanksgiving leads into Chanukah or Christmas, leading into New Year’s. It seems like the world moves at warp speed. Many people become new homeowners during the holidays. Most people have extra time off work, so moving during the holidays makes sense. My family and I have already been invited to two housewarming parties to be held over “Christmas break,” and we know of at least one more taking place on New Year’s Eve. Not only was I scouring the Inter... read more

Home values, inventory and predictions Homes are bought and sold every month of the year, but winter — an especially challenging season — can be an ideal time to look ahead at what the next few months will bring in the real estate industry and the housing market, and use those indicators to prepare for a new year as well. Chilly weather has reached the housing market: National home values still lag 6.8 percent below their pre-recession peak. While appreciation rose aggressively coming out of the ... read more

A market breakdown for the first two weeks of November 2015 in Wilmington, NC  2014 vs 2015Our market has been on the steady increase.  Here are the numbers to prove it.  Sales volume up and days on market down on average.  Bring on 2016! Call me now to buy or sell... 910.297.3093Katie Moore | Pure EnergyColdwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage1001 Military Cutoff Rd, Suite 101Wilmington, NC 28405katiebmoore.com... read more

COAST IN & WIN OPEN HOUSESunday, Dec 13 from 1-4 pm at 206 Rockwell RdAre you on the market for a good investment property or a great home in a quiet neighborhood to live in? If so, come to my OPEN HOUSE this Sunday, 1-4pm at 206 Rockwell Rd in Smith Creek Estates.  It's a Coast In & Win Open House, you can enter and win $500!Click here to view listing!... read more

Far too often sellers are reluctant to list ther homes for sell in the winter months out fear that the home will sit on the market until the spring "selling season." Let me ease a bit of that fear, and tell you some of the many benefits of selling in the winter. Winter Buyers are MotivatedBuyers who are willing to disrupt their holiday vacations are pretty serious about buying.  In many cases these buyers are in a position that they have to move to be it a job transfer, a new baby, or family obligations. &nbs... read more