Taking a Brief Vacation to Go “Slightly” Off-Topic This post will represent a slight divergent from my normal topics about the Crystal Coast. Since so many of my real estate agent friends like for me to delve into search engine optimization (SEO). I figured it was time to take a short vacation from my musings… Continue reading Real Estate SEO 101
Month: May 2008
Crystal Coast Vacation Specials!
And I Did All the Work for You! I realize some of you just don’t have the time to search for the spring rental and hotel deals on the Southern Outer Banks (or some are just to dang lazy to do it!), but I decided to see for myself if all this “talk” about NC… Continue reading Crystal Coast Vacation Specials!
Are You Sitting on Your Hands?
I read an interesting article in the business section of the News and Observer this past Saturday. The article implied that people are waiting before they book their vacation rentals and make their hotel reservations for the Crystal Coast. It seems the primary reasons we are “sitting on our hands” is because of the economy,… Continue reading Are You Sitting on Your Hands?
What Impacts Your Crystal Coast Home’s Marketability?
It seems I’ve been hung up on the whole real estate gig lately. What can I say, it’s a passion of mine. I’m especially enamored with the real estate market on the Crystal Coast. It always gets me thinking as I drive from Emerald Isle to Atlantic Beach just how many homes, condos and lots… Continue reading What Impacts Your Crystal Coast Home’s Marketability?
Accurately Pricing Your Emerald Isle Property
In Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3 of the series on the subject of “Can You Sale Your Emerald Isle Home Yourself“, these post dealt with the many challenges home sellers face when trying to market their own home. Because the issue of pricing your home is so critical, it is important this subject… Continue reading Accurately Pricing Your Emerald Isle Property
Can You Sale Your Emerald Isle Home Yourself – Part3
Do You Have What it Takes to Sale Your Own Property? Here is the last installment of this 3 part series of posts on Can You Sale Your Emerald Isle Home Yourself? How you answer these questions could help you decide what’s the smart thing to do – sale it yourself or list with an… Continue reading Can You Sale Your Emerald Isle Home Yourself – Part3
Peak Vacation Season is Just Around the Corner!
With Memorial Day less than 2 weeks away, the peak vacation season at the Crystal Coast is about to begin. Pack your bags and head to the beautiful beaches of the Southern Outer Banks. What better way to spend your summer vacation. Sure gas is expensive but if you’re headed to Emerald Isle be sure… Continue reading Peak Vacation Season is Just Around the Corner!
Protecting Your Home While on Your Crystal Coast Vacation
By following these simple tips, you stand a far better chance of returning to a secure home from your trip to the Southern Outer Banks. The best way to protect your home is by creating the appearance that your home is occupied even while you are out of town. You can achieve this by:
Can You Sale Your Emerald Isle Home Yourself? Part 2
In my previous Crystal Coast Blog post, I spoke about the major time commitment involved to go For Sale Buyer Owner. The next big challenge you’ll face when selling your Emerald Isle home yourself is the need for a solid Internet marketing plan. You might be asking why an Internet marketing plan? Many real estate… Continue reading Can You Sale Your Emerald Isle Home Yourself? Part 2
Can You Sale Your Emerald Isle Home Yourself? Part 1
So can you pull it off and sell your own Emerald Isle home? The thoughts of saving 6% or 7% for the agency commission is mighty tempting. So is it possible to sale your home yourself? Sure you can, but know this – selling your Crystal Coast home yourself will take: A major commitment of… Continue reading Can You Sale Your Emerald Isle Home Yourself? Part 1