BB&T and New Hanover Regional Medical Center  Business is booming in The Villages at Brunswick Forest! Tons of options for all of your daily needs can be found right around the corner from your home in Brunswick Forest; shop, dine and do business conveniently! Comprised of more than 500,000 square feet of retail and professional establishments on 160-acres, this unique commercial shopping center is located within the top-notch coastal community of Brunswick Forest. Two of The Villages most prominent businesses are BB&T bank and New Hanover Regional Medical Center Health & Diagnostics. Bank Smart at BB&T Reach your financial goals with the help of BB&T located in The Villages at Brunswick Forest! Ideally located and perfectly equipped to fulfill all of your banking needs, BB&T is one of ... 02/26/2014

This year the Brunswick County Senior Games are coming to our doorstep! Get excited because Brunswick Forest will play host to the 2014 Gator Games Pickleball tournament! The Brunswick County Senior Gator Games are specifically designed for residents of Brunswick County who are 50+ years old with a desire get involved in the community and some friendly competition! The 26th Annual Brunswick County Senior Games allows residents to rejuvenate old skills, hone-in on new ones and showcase their athletic talent as well as their artsy side! Participants can choose from over 80 events to compete in, including golf, swimming, Pickleball, running and even performing arts! Join the fun this year April 2nd- May 9th (registration ends March 28th)! And, don’t forget to cheer on all of your friends a... 02/13/2014

Leland NC Real Estate - Market Report for Zip Code 28451 by: Aimee Freeman - Get FREE updates of new posts here. 1. The average selling price of $208,439 has increased 6.6% from Year End 2012 average selling price of $195,446.2. 23% of sellers in 3rd Quarter paid a concession compared to 27% for Year End 2012.3. The average list price of $212,012 for 3rd Quarter has increased 6.5% over Year End 2012 average list price of $199,156.4. The average number of days a property remained on the market for 3rd Quarter was 115 days compared to 146 days for Year End 2012.5. The median sold price of $180,000 for 3rd Quarter has increased 5.9% from Year End 2012.6. Sold homes in 3rd Quarter received 98.31% of the asking price, an increase from 98.14% for Year End 2012.Leland NC Real Estate - Market R... 01/27/2014

  by Desiree Whalen. Hi everyone, Hope you’re having a great week! Today I sent my team out to attend a Realtor luncheon event being put on by D.R. Horton at the Waterford of the Carolinas neighborhood out in Leland. All in attendance got a chance to tour some of the open models, find out more about the development, and enjoy some great food catered by Sweet & Savory.   D.R. Horton is offering some great floor plans in Waterford, with two of our favorites being the Crepe Myrtle (4 bed/3 bath) and the Rivers (4 bed/4.5 bath) – both with lovely waterway views, and the Rivers model featuring a beautiful master bedroom suite that we really enjoyed. The builder is now offering great incentives for home buyers, with pricing on at least one model reduced $30k (contact me for more details on ot... 12/18/2013

... and sorry.  Neither of these homes have basements.  Was that wrong of me? But I can look around for you!  Pics and Info   Pics and Info    I get this question constantly, "Where are the homes with basements?"  "Where will I put all my stuff?" Without getting into the explanations of the high water table, clay and sand sediments... I will just leave it at this: Here along the NC Coast we trade our basements for BONUS ROOMS or FROGS... I have even heard them referred to as "Elevated Man Caves"... you still have the steps... you just start off going up rather than down! If you insist on searching for that home with a basement near the North Carolina beaches or islands like that of Wrightsville Beach, Figure Eight, Bald Head Island, Oak Island Island, Holden Beach, Ocean Isle Beach or S... 11/22/2013

If you are searching for a community that has it all... then you need to visit Brunswick Forest in Leland, NC!   Just minutes into driving around the community you will see miles upon miles of walking and biking trails that meander throughout the community.  These trails and sidewalks will lead you from the Grocery Store, Shops, Restaurants and Medial Facilities in the commercial area of the community, past the world-class amenity center, through multiple communities of various styles and plans, past the Cape Fear National Golf Course and all the way back to River Kayak /Canoe Lodge.   With all this within the community you have very little reason to leave but Brunswick Forest is just minutes from multiple beaches, including Wrightsville and Caswell Beaches, and less than 10 minutes fro... 11/14/2013

Buying Real Estate? The Addison at the Retreat in OIB Buyers - Let’s be honest.  You have already done a significant amount of research. You have done your homework.  You have spent countless hours, on multiple websites, eliminating particular areas of the country and your efforts have brought you to the North Carolina Coast… now 50/50 Real Estate Brokerage wants to reward you for your hard work. Allow us to take it over from here.  You have done your part.  It’s time for you to start Relaxing!   Now what? All that’s left is for you to give us a call.  Tell us what you have found out in your research so far and let’s work together to find you that perfect home!   Buyers - You receive 50% of your 50/50 Broker’s Commission! (ex. $400,000 Purchase with 3% to Buyer’s Agent = $6,000 Check to... 11/10/2013

Selling Real Estate?   Sellers – You want your home’s listing to be syndicated on all the major websites and in front of a large percentage of buyers… right?  We have that covered.  Buyers want to use us for obvious reasons.  Let us bring them to you.  Not to mention you will save 1 to 1.5% from our 50/50 Listing Agreement alone!   Now what? All that’s left is for you to give us a call.  Tell us what your expectations are for the sell of your home.  Your desired price, time-frame to sell and any other concerns that you want us to resolve.   Sellers – We reduce our 50/50 Listing Broker’s Commission by 50% (ex. Total Listing Fee 5% = Buyer’s Agent 3% / We only take 1% = You Save 1%)   Do not hesitate to contact me directly with any questions that you may have.   -- Brad Norris, Broker / O... 11/10/2013

  Check out our website: www.5050RealEstateBrokerage.com  By now you most likely know that 50/50 Real Estate Brokerage splits their Buyer's Agent Commissions 50/50 with their Clients... but what happens when the clients doesn't want to take the 50%? Whenever a clients refuses to take the 50% commission incentive we take 50% of their commission and apply it back into our marketing efforts and the other 50% does something really awesome! Our client that refused the Commission Incentive goes with their Buyer's Agent to the nearest Wal-Mart, Lowes Food, Harris Teeter, Food Lion (whichever grocery store they choose) and we take the remaining 25% of the Buyer's Side Commission and we buy groceries for unsuspecting recipients or for a local food bank! That's right! We buy groceries! Just to gi... 11/08/2013

. Colonial Days At Ole Brunswick Towne is a fun day to be had by all.   I enjoy the Candle making and help others in making candles for the holidays.         Sponsored         Sponsored     Sponsored SORT BY DATE 1 1 selected   Ruth Lawrence RE: Appraisal Tomorrow 4:45 PM         Denise Rainwater Comps for 2508 E. Pelican Drive 2:37 PM         Ginger Harper 310 NE 39th Street 2:14 PM         Marie Cantin Proof for Pilot Ad - October 9th 2:12 PM         Kim Anne 1320 N Atlantic 2:02 PM         Kim Anne 1320 N Atlantic 2:01 PM         Charley Axsom BCAR Important Voting Information 2:00 PM         rosiesdream@yahoo.com Re: Address Book Update~October 2013 Also Attaching the " FALL TAB AD" from "The STATE PORT PILOT" if you are CURIOUS .... 1:59 PM         Ellen Dorsett Brunswick Town Her... 10/07/2013

  We in Brunswick County, North Carolina are having a hard time feeding our needed.  We have food banks opened up to feel those in the County that are hungry.  There seems to be so many folks that are in need right now. I have gone to our church and we are asking for our congregation to help us fill up the shelves with food.  Today I picked up the food that our Coldwell Banker Sea Coast office has collected and took this food to the Collection point for our local food bank.   I do hope that the folks that are hungry will be fed tonight..   How do you deal with hunger in your county. 09/16/2013

by Desiree Whalen. Hi again everyone, I’m back tonight with another update after visiting the Wedgewood at Lanvale neighborhood out in Leland for another one of Steven Fine Homes’ Realtor Luncheons to promote the property. Thanks to Kate Douglass and the rest of the staff out there for putting on another fun event! These Luncheons are something a lot of us Realtors look forward to every month – great food, great networking, and a great chance to get out and see some of Stevens Fine Homes best offerings. A Little More about the Community: The model I was able to tour was ”The Lincoln” floor plan, which is about 2000 sq. feet, 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, at about $221k with upgrades (normally starting around $195k). The layout of the home makes great use of the space - making it feel much la... 09/03/2013

by Desiree Whalen. Hi everyone, Hope you had a great holiday weekend! I’m back today featuring a neighborhood over in Leland (which I’ll be visiting later on today for a Realtor Luncheon) produced by Stevens Fine homes called Wedgewood at Lanvale, which is located just off Lanvale Road NE. Situated about 10 minutes from downtown Wilmington and close to schools, shopping, and dining in Leland, this established community features great neighborhood amenities such as ponds, a playground, gazebo, and a community swimming pool. Starting at about $170k, this neighborhood features 3 to 5 bedroom floor plans ranging from 1400 to 4000 square feet. To see currently available homes for sale, follow this link: Wedgewood at Lanvale:http://www.desireewhalen.com/wedgewoodatlanvale.php or click here fo... 09/03/2013

Grayson Park is a premier Retirement community in Brunswick county NC.  Close to Shopping and not too far from the beaches.   Today we visited with a new Homes community that our company has just listed.  It is an absolutely delightful new home community with prices ranging form $189,000 to $250,000 and up to 3200 square feet.  Offering so much for the price.  Stevens Fine Homes At the heart of Grayson Park lies your own personal escape...a retreat you can enjoy everyday. Fall in love with a doubles match in tennis ...www.stevensfinehomes.com/index/c/​grayson-park   If you would like more information regarding Grayson Park, send me a note and I will send you a packet of information.  It is a community with a lot to offer...       08/20/2013

by Desiree Whalen. Hi everyone, Looking to buy a home in the Brunswick Forest community of Leland? I’ve just added a new neighborhood page to the site featuring all the latest updated listings of current homes for sale, along with location and school information. Located on the Cape Fear National Golf Course, this beautiful, master-planned community is situated on 4500 wooded acres featuring parks, nature trails, a wellness center, indoor and outdoor community pools, and much, much more! Truly one of the best values in the area. To see current listings in this community, follow this link: Brunswick Forest:http://www.desireewhalen.com/brunswickforest.php or click here for an area map:http://www.desireewhalen.idxco.com/i/17564/Homes_for_Sale_in_Brunswick_Forest As always, if you would lik... 07/18/2013

When anyone is considering a move to a new area they’re bound to have concerns regarding the services they may need that are available in the area they’re moving to. With more and more baby boomers and retirees moving to the Carolina’s it’s only natural for them to be planning ahead for their later years in life. If you’re purchasing property around the Leland, North Carolina, area you’ve nothing to worry about with regards to finding home care as you age. Bright Star Care is a Leland NC home senior care provider that provides a large range of services from companionship to in-home nursing care. If what you’ll need is someone to come and keep you company part of the day Bright Star can supply you with companion care workers, of which they have many well-trained and available. These comp... 06/23/2013

by Desiree Whalen. Hi again everyone,I’m back today with another neighborhood showcase page on my site - this one featuring a community called Grayson Park, which is another Stevens Fine Homes neighborhood out in Leland, just across the Cape Fear River from Wilmington. This beautiful, new construction neighborhood features a community pool, club house, playground, and exercise facility, as well as homes built to the “Stevens Energy Wise standards of construction for greater efficiency and savings”. To see all currently available properties, follow this link: Grayson Park:http://www.desireewhalen.com/graysonpark.php If you would like to see any of the properties listed or have any questions about the community and surrounding area, send me an email or give me a call. I’m here to help!-De... 03/14/2013

You know how it is .. After Church..comes Grandma day. We had a delightful meal with all of the family and the, it was clean up time. Then when all settles down, we get to do the things that really mean something. First the Lincoln Logs come out and a city is built.. (with the help of parents)...then we go to the front yart to have a little batting practice...(5 year old is doing baseball this year). We are helping with Spring training.   For Sunday Dinner we had: Fried chicken Rice and Gravy Corn Butterbeans Stringbeans Rolls and Butter Then in for dessert of Apple Cobbler and Ice cream..     What could be better on a Sunday Afternoon. Ginger of Southport With warm regards, 03/10/2013

This is so much fun and I love this. I am stilll trying to be successful with Active Rain and trying new things all the time. I see where some of our folks get to have a featured post. Is that measured from the content of the post, or the number of hits or what? I read them and think that they had written an exceptional post and enjoy them. Please send any hints or ideas would be greatly appreciated. Thinking about Success   03/03/2013

If you’re in the market for a new home and you’re an avid golf player I’ve recently been looking at some Brunswick Forest resales that might interest you. First of all, Brunswick Forest is in Leland, North Carolina, just outside of Wilmington. It also is a golf community with a nice assortment of Brunswick Forest resales suitable for any size family. It’s a great place for nature lovers and golfers alike.On our recent trip over to Brunswick Forest we were quite taken with this stately brick home that reminded us of our New England roots. The home is really very nice. It offers nearly 4,000 square feet of living space and has 4 bedrooms and 3-1/2 bathrooms. It’s a two story home which is just want we’ve been wanting.The large open rooms in this home would compliment any decor or furnitur... 01/14/2013