September Newsletter Volume 1
A Developer has a Dream to turn Brunswick County into a Golf Haven
Brunswick County is already a golf haven. It has more than 30 championship courses, many with marsh or Intracoastal Waterway views. But one developer believes it can be so much more. Robert Hill, owner of Riptide Builders, has won approval to turn Sea Trail community into a 130-acre golf resort. Learn more
Mortgage rates soar to their highest level in 21 years- but that could be good news for patient buyers
Last month the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 7.09%. That is the highest average rate since April 2002 when it was 7.13%. At first glance the higher rates could scare some buyers away. Simply put the higher the interest rates climb, the higher the monthly payment becomes. Ironically, if some buyers are scared off, that could pave the way for housing prices to come down, for the market to level off, and for other buyers to take advantage of lower prices. Learn more
Historic Wilmington Mansion in Search of a TLC Buyer
The Gilchrist Mansion and Carriage House, near 7th and Market street in Wilmington, was built in 1894. The nearly 7,000 square foot home has seen better days. But is it possible that the estate’s future could be just as bright as its past? Plans and blueprints are in place to turn the property into four upscale apartments. All it needs is a buyer to take on the mission. Learn more
Overnight beach camping will resume in September at Freeman Park on Carolina Beach’s north end. People who want to sleep under the starts, drifting away to the sound of the waves coming ashore, will have to make reservations and there is a fee. But we’ve got you covered with everything you need to know.
JFB Growth and Development Tracker
Millions in renourishment money is heading to Wrightsville Beach. Leland has big plans for its Founders Park and if two Wilmington businessmen have their way, high speed rail service may one day connect the Port City to Raleigh. All this and more in the JFB Growth and Development Tracker.
Wilmington has a new Roots and Bluegrass Band on the Scene
The General Assembly is Wilmington’s newest bluegrass collective. One of its founding members is a Captain with New Hanover County Fire Rescue. Since April the band has played six shows throughout the region with more gigs already booked. Learn more on how a group of strangers bonded over toe-tapping music.
Where to go to watch your favorite NFL team this season
We’ve made it! Football is back!
It’s been seven and a half months since the Super Bowl
Finally, the wait is over. On Thursday, September 7th, the Detroit Lions will travel to Kansas City to play the champion Chiefs. The season’s Thursday night opener will be a nationally televised game, with the rest of the teams playing the following Sunday and Monday.
Where are you going to watch the games this year? We have you covered with this article on local bars that cater to different teams.
River Road Fishing Pier Reopens for the First Time in Three Years
After being closed because of extensive damage from Hurricane Isaias in 2020, the River Road Fishing Pier reopened to the public last month. The repairs were funded through a FEMA program. Check out this photo album of the project.
Let Us Show You Around the Cape Fear Region
The agents of Just For Buyers Realty are relocation experts, because we have all relocated here ourselves. Our team has lived all over the country, searching for that special place to be our forever home. We found that in the Cape Fear Region, and now we want to help you discover it too. Wilmington and the surrounding areas are truly the best kept secrets in America. We are very passionate about where we live. Give us a call and start the adventure today 910 202-4813
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