Lumina Daze will take place at The Blockade Runner Resort on Sunday evening at 5pm. This evening of fun for all ages will benefit Wrightsville Beach Museum and feature shag and big band music. Fun and games for the young at heart will include activities such as an old-fashioned cakewalk. A Silent Auction and Raffle will include a wide assortment of fine art, services, and specialties from local businesses. Stroll through areas with presentations on themes relating to Wrightsville Beach history. Watch a movie just like they did at Lumina - on the beach! Food and drink will be plentiful, sales of which will be provided by the Blockade Runner Resort at Wrightsville Beach. To learn more about Lumina Daze or Wilmington real estate contact me at 910-431-9395 or visit my website at www.livingbythecoast.com.
The number of sold homes in the Wilmington MLS is down 7.7% from last month and up 15.5% from May 2009 and 14.8%down from May 2008. May saw an increase of 58 sold homes over May 2009. This is the ninth monthly increase in year over year sold homes since September 2005. Notice that all of the big dips seem occur on or about December. There is no doubt that the First Time Home Buyers Tax Credit has contributed to this increase in sales units and it will most likely continue until the June 30th deadline. To learn more about Wilmington MLS statistics or Wilmington NC Real Estate contact me at 910-431-9395 or visit my website at www.livingbythecoast.com.
Tomorrow at 6:30 bring a picnic and enjoy a music-filled evening in the park at Wrightsville Beach. Hosted by Wrightsville Beach Parks & Recreation, the band performing will be the Jason Marks Band. In the event of rain, concerts will be held the following Thursday. To learn more about the Sounds of Summer Concert or Wilmington real estate contact me at 910-431-9395 or visit my website at www.livingbythecoast.com.
The Airlie Garden’s Concert Series began in May and runs through October. When it comes to great jazz music plus a fabulous and relaxing atmosphere there’s only one perfect place in Wilmington. Relax under the broad branches of the Airlie Oak as the area’s premier jazz musicians perform every first Friday from 6 to 8pm. Every 3rd Friday during the Airlie Gardens Concert Series, make sure you bring your dancing shoes. Airlie Gardens Concert Series is a great place to kick back and enjoy a picnic, your favorite beverage, a comfy chair or blanket and then relax. Now you’re set for the perfect evening with family and friends at the Airlie Garden’s Concert Series. For more information regarding the Airlie Gardens Concert Series or Wilmington real estate contact me at 910-431-9395 or visit my website at www.livingbythecoast.com.
Wednesday is St. Patrick’s Day so get ready to feast on an array of Irish goodies, drink traditional beverages, listen to Irish folktales, relax with friends and listen to Irish Music on the Shamrock, Wilmington’sown Irish Boat. Tickets are $20 and include food & drinks. Cruises at Noon-1:30, 3:30-5, and a Sunset Cruise from 5:30-7 pm. The cruises depart from the Blockade Runner Resort at Wrightsville Beach. To learn more about the cruises or Wilmington real estate contact me at 910-431-9395 or visit my website at www.livingbythecoast.com. Don’t forget to wear your green!
Come and test your skills in this exciting Paddleboard and Running Event. The pre-race meeting will be held Harbor Side in front of the Blockade Runner @ 9am. 10am is the start with the Post Race Ceremony being held at 2pm. The Biathlon begins regatta style on your Paddleboard off the dock of the Blockade Runner Beach Resort. Test your endurance as you paddle 4 miles through Banks Channel. From there, push yourself to the next level as you hop off your board and begin the 4 mile run that will take you from pier to pier on Wrightsville Beach. The race will end ocean front at the Blockade Runner Beach Resort. To learn more about this event or Wilmington real estate contact me at 910-431-9395 or visit my website at www.livingbythecoast.com.
I thought this was a great article that I found in REALTOR Magazine online:
Home designers and builders speaking at the recent International Builders Show in Las Vegas say that buyers are seeking cost-effective features and rejecting things that don’t have lasting value.
“It’s all about family togetherness - casual living, entertaining and flexible spaces,” says Carol Lavender, president of the Lavender Design Group in San Antonio.
Paul Cardis, CEO of Avid Ratings, which conducts an annual survey of buyer preferences, identified these must-haves in new homes:
1. Large kitchens with islands
2. Energy efficiency, including energy-efficient appliances, super insulation, and high-efficiency windows.
3. Home offices
4. Main-floor master suite
5. Outdoor living space
6. Ceiling fans
7. Soaking tub in the master suite and/or an oversize shower with a seating area
8. Stone and brick exteriors rather than stucco or vinyl
9. Community walking paths and playgrounds
10. Two-car garages, but three-car garages are even more desirable
The photo above is an interior photo of my listing at 1027 Leesburg Drive in Brunswick Forest. It has the 10 items buyers are looking for and more!
To learn more about selling your home in the Wilmington area contact me at 910-431-9395 or visit my website at www.livingbythecoast.com.
