Archive for August, 2009

Strong Gain in Existing Home Sales Maintains Uptrend

For the first time in five years, existing-home sales have increased for four months in a row, according to the National Association of Realtors®. Existing-home sales – including single-family, townhomes, condominiums and co-ops – rose 7.2 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 5.24 million units in July from a level of 4.89 million [...]

Green Home Ideas: Removable Sink

Yes, I did say removable sink.  I thought I had seen it all until I saw this very clever idea for reusing your greywater at home.  As I was shopping around online looking for vessel sinks, I came across this article on a take-away sink.  Please read on if you are curious… Jessica Nebel’s Take-Away [...]

The Beauty of Wilmington, NC

I stumbled across this blog today from North Canton, Ohio photographer Corey Ann. She recently vacationed in Wilmington, NC and took some gorgeous photos of Wilmington and the surrounding area. She certainly captured the graciousness of our city, so I wanted to share some of these with you. Bellamy Mansion, Downtown Wilmington Orton Plantation, Brunswick County The Scroll Gardens [...]

9 Steps To Take When Facing Foreclosure

If you’re a homeowner that is facing foreclosure, I don’t have to tell you how scary and emotional your experience may be. Many fears may occupy your mind no matter what stage of foreclosure you may be in. It’s important to know what options may be available to you. Acting quickly can work to your advantage. Here are two tips to [...]

We love the Farmers Market!

One of the wonderful things about Wilmington, NC is the availability of farmers markets throughout the week featuring local produce and meat from local farmers. The Downtown Wilmington Farmers Market is probably the most well-known and is a curbside market featuring local farmers, producers, artists and crafters.  Products offered include fresh fruits and berries, vegetables, [...]