What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Pine Knoll Shores, NC?
By Lugean Hogan, REALTOR®/BROKER, ABR, CLHMS Choosing the best neighborhood in Pine Knoll Shores really comes down to how you want to live at the coast. Some…
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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Swansboro?
By Lugean Hogan, REALTOR®/BROKER, ABR, CLHMS The best neighborhoods in Swansboro depend on the kind of coastal life you want to live. Some buyers want to walk…
Cost of Living in Oak Island Compared to Other Beach Towns
Author: O.K. Hogan | REALTOR®/BROKER, CCIM, SFR Oak Island can be a practical choice for buyers who want North Carolina beach living without automatically moving into one of…
Why the Down East Lifestyle Is So Hard to Duplicate
By Lugean Hogan, REALTOR®/BROKER, ABR, CLHMS The Down East lifestyle is hard to duplicate because it was never built from a blueprint. Around Harkers Island and the…
Why Harkers Island Feels Different From the Rest of the Crystal Coast
By Lugean Hogan, REALTOR®/BROKER, ABR, CLHMS Harkers Island feels different from the rest of the Crystal Coast because it is not built around a resort-town rhythm. It…
Is Oak Island Good for Families with Kids?
By Lugean Hogan, REALTOR®/BROKER, ABR, CLHMS Yes, Oak Island is good for families with kids, especially if your family enjoys a quieter beach town with room to…
Is Beaufort, NC a Good Place to Retire?
By Lugean Hogan, REALTOR®/BROKER, ABR, CLHMS Yes, Beaufort, NC can be a wonderful place to retire if your idea of the next chapter includes coastal scenery,…
Why a Harkers Island Property Is About More Than the House
By Lugean Hogan, REALTOR®/BROKER, ABR, CLHMS Buying a home on Harkers Island is never just about square footage, bedrooms, bathrooms, or finishes. Those things matter, of course.…
What Is It Like Living in Pine Knoll Shores Year-Round?
By Lugean Hogan, REALTOR®/BROKER, ABR, CLHMS Living in Pine Knoll Shores year-round is quiet, natural, and wonderfully connected to the Crystal Coast way of life. This…
Emerald Isle Oceanfront vs Second Row vs Sound Side Homes
By Lugean Hogan, REALTOR®/BROKER, ABR, CLHMS Choosing the right Emerald Isle beach home is not just about picking the prettiest view. I tell buyers all the time…