If you're looking for that sweet spot between coastal calm and everyday convenience — where the beach is near but your home doesn’t feel like a
When Retirement Comes… But Your Parents Are Still Here: A New Reality for Today’s Movers
Most of us grew up imagining retirement as this wide-open chapter — the kids are grown, the career is winding down, and you finally get the freedom to
Retirees Tried Florida… But More and More Are Turning to Calabash Instead
For years, the classic retirement journey followed a predictable route: leave the Northeast, point the car (or plane) toward Florida, and settle
Is the Open Floor Plan Going Out of Style? Here’s What Today’s Buyers Should Know
For more than two decades, the open floor plan reigned supreme. Kitchens flowed into living rooms, dining rooms disappeared altogether, and one big
A Wilmington Holiday Tradition Returns Tongiht: Christmas Tree Lighting at Riverfront Park
There’s something special about downtown Wilmington in December. The riverfront feels a little cozier, the air a little crisper, and the lights seem
A Quiet Rural Corner of Brunswick County Is About to Transform
If you’ve lived in Brunswick County for a while, you’ve probably heard people talk about Ash as one of those quiet, rural pockets that hasn’t changed
December Events You Won’t Want to Miss in Coastal Carolina
December is a special time here in the Wilmington region. The weather is crisp, the lights get brighter, and every community — from the beaches to the
JFB December 2025 Newsletter
Some People Love Them, Others Hate Them — But Is an HOA Right for You? Some people love them. Others… not so much. Homeowners associations
Coastal Carolina’s Sparkling Flotilla Season Has Arrived
Living on the coast during the holidays feels a little magical. Sure, we hang lights on houses and trees like everyone else — but here in Coastal









