There was a great article in the Star News today that addressed the ease of getting mortgages. The article mentions what we have been hearing the last few days regarding the tightening up of credit. However, that is not so in the residential mortgage market. If you have a good credit score, a down payment and income that can be verified it should not be a problem to obtain a mortgage. There are still some programs that offer a lower or no down payment which is appealing to first time home buyers in Wilmington NC. The fact that interest rates are very low and home prices are excellent makes NOW a perfect time to buy a home in Wilmington NC. To learn more about mortgages or Wilmington Real Estate contact me at 910-431-9395 or go to my website, www.livingbythecoast.com.
It looks like another fabulous weather week in Wilmington and there are still some great beach days ahead. Today, the beach was gorgeous and there was a fantastic breeze. The Wilmington area has the best weather and it is perfect for any outdoor activities. To learn more about Wilmington Weather or Wilmington Real Estate contact me at 910-431-9395 or visit my website at www.livingbythecoast.com.
This is a wonderful new listing in Willoughby Park! Willoughby Park is located in the Monkey Junction area of Wilmington which is just minutes to Carolina Beach. Willoughby Park is also very convenient to UNCW, downtown Wilmington, New Hanover Regional Medical Center plus many shopping and dining options. To learn more about Willoughby Park or Wilmington Real Estate contact me at 910-431-9395 or visit my website at www.livingbythecoast.com.
I am hosting an Open House at 310 Oakmont Drive in Cross Creek subdivision. Cross Creek is located in Hampstead which is only about fifteen minutes north of Wilmington and just minutes to Topsail Beach. Hampstead is a growing area but this Cross Creek home is a peaceful, country setting. To learn more about this Open House or Wilmington Real Estate contact me at 910-431-9395 or visit my web site at www.livingbythecoast.com.
There are some great events going on this weekend in Wilmington. There are also going to be quite a few open houses this weekend and it is a fantastic time to buy a home in Wilmington! Here is the line up:
- RIVERFRONT FARMER’S MARKET, Saturday, 8-12pm. The market is located on Water Street in Historic Downtown Wilmington.
- FOURTH FRIDAY GALLERY WALK, Friday from 6-9pm. This event is held at various galleries in Historic Downtown Wilmington. Artist discussions, live music, wine, food and other traditional art related activities.
- 4TH ANNUAL MAYFAIRE “MUSIC ON THE TOWN” CONCERT SERIES, Friday from 6-9pm. The concert will take place on the lawn behind Linens ‘n Things at Mayfaire Town Center.
- DOWNTOWN SUNDOWN CONCERT SERIES, Friday from 5:30-10pm. Every Friday enjoy a free music series in downtown Wilmington at Riverfront Park on Water Street. Beer, wine and food will be for sale.
- WILMINGTON’S WORLD WAR II SHIPYARD EXHIBIT at Cape Fear Museum on Market Street. Explore historic photographs and shipyard artifacts that help tell Wilmington’s World War II story.
- THE GRADUATE, Thursday to Sunday at Thalian Hall.
- NATIONAL WOMEN IN BLUES FESTIVAL, Friday at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater (Carolina Beach Road) & Saturday at The Celler (3rd Street).
- FALL FESTIVAL AND STREET FAIR, Saturday at 10am. The New Castle Street Art and Antique District will host its second annual Fall Festival and Street Fair. Proceeds will benefit the Ability Garden at the NHC Arboretum.
- 2008 NC SHELL SHOW, Friday through Sunday at the Cape Fear Museum. Participants from up and down the East Coast.
- BATTLESHIP ALIVE, Saturday from 8am-5pm and Sunday from 8am-12pm at the Battleship North Carolina. Watch and interact with World War II living history interpreters as they bring the Ship to life by enacting daily duties and drills.
- BIRD FEST 2008, Saturday, 9am at Airlie Gardens. Discover the diverse interests of Cape Fear River Audubon which focuses on not only the bird conservation but also monthly educational programs, nature hikes, and presentations by area professionals.
- AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY DAY AT THE BELLAMY MANSION, Saturday at 10am. Experience the Bellamy Mansion with a focus on 19th century African American History of the area.
- GOSSIP, GRAVES AND GRAPES AT OAKDALE CEMETARY, Sunday at 4pm. Enjoy a spirit filled afternoon lawn party with delicacies and wine.
- HAMPSTEAD SPOT FESTIVAL, Friday through Sunday on U.S. Hwy 17 next to Topsail High School. The festival will take place Friday through Sunday. Dinner will be served on Saturday and Sunday. There will also be amusement rides, a variety show, and arts & crafts.
I will be hosting an OPEN HOUSE on Saturday from 1-4pm at 310 Oakmont Drive in Hampstead. Stop by and view this fantastic home!
To learn more about the Wilmington Weekend events or Wilmington Real Estate contact me at 910-431-9395 or go to my website at www.livingbythecoast.com.
I am excited to announce that my new website has launched today! Take a look at www.livingbythecoast.com. I have designed it to be your source for Wilmington area real estate. There is plenty of information for those who are relocating to the area, moving within the area or selling a Wilmington area property. For more information about Wilmington area real estate or Wilmington area information contact me at 910-431-9395 or visit my new website at www.livingbythecoast.com.
If you were not happy with the color of your hydrangeas this year now is the time to remedy that. If your soil is acidic your blossoms will be blue and less acidic soils bring pink blossoms. If you want blue flowers add sulfur. If you prefer pink use lime. A 1/2 cup of sulfur around the base of the plant will change the PH of the soil by about a point. On the same note, a cup of lime will raise the PH by about a point. If you have a wood-burning fireplace the ashes could be used in the place of lime. It takes 5 to 6 months to gradually change the PH of the soil so make changes this month. To learn more about this topic or Wilmington Real Estate contact me at 910-431-9495.
