Brunswick County Blog

Decisions Deferred Put Your Best Life On Hold

Both buyers and sellers in the Northeast real estate market are paralyzed by the fear of making a mistake.  Remember the sports adage "paralysis by analysis"?  That’s it!

I’ve slowly come to the opinion that it is less about the facts we gather and more about the feelings we develop that determines where and when we move. . .  or don’t move.

So many clients have shared how thoughts of living here have carried them through tough times, miserable weather, and the tail-end of a job that drains interest and energy.  James Taylor's ode to the prospect of living in North Carolina, "Carolina In My Mind," says it so very well: "Can’t you see the sunshine?"  There is something about living in North Carolina --  especially the beach -- that draws us to her, sustains us when we think of her, and delights us when we finally live here.

So if you have been thinking of moving here, listen to James Taylor.  And if it feels right. . .  do it. Thanks for listening,

Allyn Heck, Broker/Owner
Three Rivers Realty
Southport, NC

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Families Flourish Here

This past week, our family came to visit, and we had the extraordinary joy of watching our two young grandsons play outside in the middle of winter.  Yes, it was February, but we went to the beach, played for hours on the playground in South Harbor, and watched as they rode their tiny motorcycles up and down the driveway. 

For the entire week we had mild temperatures, Carolina blue skies and abundant sunshine, and it was the perfect antidote to a New Jersey winter where inside play is pretty much your only option.

The coast of North Carolina has become a mecca for retirees because of our temperate and seasonal climate, the lower cost of owning a home and the accessibility of free beaches, fishing and many outdoor recreational activities. Sounds like the perfect place to raise a family! Hint. Hint.

Thanks for listening!

Allyn Heck, Broker/Owner
Three Rivers Realty
Southport, NC

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Growth In Brunswick County NC

Experts Point to Healthy Growth in Brunswick County

Dr. Woody Hall is a UNCW professor of economics and a noted expert on growth in Brunswick and New Hanover Counties.  Dr. Hall predicted the local economy would grow by 4.5% this year. He reports that one out of every five workers in Brunswick County has a job related to development and construction. No surprise, since Brunswick County is the 14th fastest growing county in the entire country, and the second in the state. As evidence of this growth, more than 800 building permits were issued in 2007 for single family homes.  Dr. Hall noted that 41,712 acres have been rezoned into lots since 1999 for developers to build 85,000 new homes but preserving 9,000 acres of green space. We remain a county of small businesses; three out of four new businesses in Brunswick County have nine or fewer employees. Can't wait to share the good life with you!

Best,
Allyn Heck, Broker/Owner
Three Rivers Realty in Southport, NC

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