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Today’s Homes Are Built And Modified “Eco”nomically | Wilmington NC real estate

As energy prices increase and the nation searches for cheaper renewable resources, the housing industry has been improving the way it builds and remodels homes. Today’s homes and building materials are more environmentally responsible than ever–conserving resources, using recycled materials and building for longevity.

Moving? De-Stress Before You Start | Wilmington NC real estate

Let us help you with your relocation needs. Click on our relocation kit to get ideas to de-stress to make your move more enjoyable.  For more tips, please visit www.cbbaker.com to search all Wilmington NC real estate.  Enjoy….

Congratulations Brunswick Forest Builder Team

A BIG congratulations to the Brunswick Forest Builder Team bringing home six awards during 26th Annual Wilmington, NC Parade of Homes.

The Brunswick Forest Builder Team is an essential part of what makes Brunswick Forest the fastest growing community in the Coastal South.  This team of eleven builders offers years of experience, many of the best floor plans throughout the Southeast and top-notch customer care.

So, congratulations again to this years winners!  We can't wait to see what next year has in store!

Wilmington NC Housing Affordability Index Hits All Time High

~ Bailout ~ Bubbles ~ Burst ~

~ Bailout ~ Bubbles ~ Burst ~ (Photo credit: eyewashdesign: A. Golden)

The Week in Review

…your Wilmington Connection

May 6, 2012

Understand The Three Stages of Foreclosure | Wilmington NC real estate

FORECLOSURE:

Meet Michael Braddock, Your guide to Brunswick Forest


Hello!  I’m Michael Braddock and it is my pleasure to introduce you to Brunswick Forest.  I am blessed to be a Wilmington native and enjoying this Coastal Carolina lifestyle that makes Brunswick Forest so popular.  I am here to be your area resource guide and answer any questions you have along the way.

Wilmington NC Real Estate Home sales strengthn but prices fall.

Wilmington Fire Department doing a series of m...

Wilmington Fire Department doing a series of manuvers during their display prior to the firworks show.

How to spend Earth Day at Brunswick Forest

With Earth Day just around the corner, we’ve come up with 10 ways to join in the fun at Brunswick Forest.

Sound Judgment and Happy Plans

The team here at Brunswick Forest knows the decision to retire or relocate is an important one and can be filled with many questions along the way.  We want you to know that we are here for you throughout your home search process.

Our team is here to be your guide to the Greater Wilmington, NC area, Brunswick Forest and everything in between.  We are here to help you with the decisions, big or small.  It is our goal to listen to your needs and offer up advice from Brunswick Forest property owners that have been in your same shoes.

What’s So Special About “Location, Location, Location”?

What do real estate agents mean when they say the three most important factors in selecting a house are “location, location, location”?

Door KnockerThe house is wonderful! But before you buy, carefully check the location to be sure this is the house you want to buy.

Wilmington NC Real Estate Trends…to watch.

Northern end of Downtown Wilmington

Northern end of Downtown Wilmington (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Elaine Colton, Brunswick Forest Resident Author

 

It’s not every day you get to meet an author and even more exciting, it’s not every day you get to meet someone as special as Elaine Colton!  We here at Brunswick Forest can consider ourselves truly fortunate because we get both!

Which Improvements Can Be Added To Your Home’s Cost Basis? | Wilmington NC real estate

Some of the money you spend on your home can be added to its “cost basis,” your legally recognized investment in the home. That cost basis becomes important when you go to sell your home because the difference between the sales price and your “adjusted cost basis” is the amount of profit (capital gain) the government may be able to tax you on.