Indoor Outdoor Living on a Budget
The outdoor living entertainment option is becoming more and more popular. Home buyers are looking for a great back yard that’s ideal for entertaining, large space, and several amenities. These could include an outdoor fireplace, BBQ or kitchen area, firepit and built in patio. If you’re selling your North Carolina home and need some tips…
Inexpensive Ways to Have the Look of a High End Home
I certainly don’t want to use the term “lazy” when I’m talking about inexpensive fix ups to make your home look more expensive than it really is because all of these things do take time and of course, money. But there are ways to create an expensive look in your home for fractions on the…
How We Protect Our Coastal Property
Living by the beach is fun! It’s more than fun, it’s a privilege. We bought our North Carolina coastal home about 5 years ago and love living on the beach but it does come with some drawbacks. Nothing to keep us away, mind you, but if you want to enjoy your coastal property to the…
Home Improvement Tips to Living a More Green Life in 2016
Most of us want to be a little kinder to the environment and with more energy saving appliances, techniques and innovations out there, your entire home can be more eco-friendly. It might be expensive to completely convert your home to green living all at once but doing little things step-by-step can really make a large…
Flood Facts, Myths and Tips on Flood Insurance
Living along the beach in Brunswick County means there could be a possibility of flooding. Most Oceanside homes are built on stilts to protect the property in case of high tide or mild tsunamis but there are ways to prepare for a flood, react to a flood and tips on finding the right flood insurance.…
Winterizing Your Oceanfront Home
Living by the beach certainly has its benefits but it also has disadvantages as well. Homes on stilts, so the sea air and erosion can all create wear and tear that is more rough on an oceanfront home than a landlocked home. Here are some ways to winterize your oceanfront home. #1. Check the roof…