Monday Coffee March 12 2024
Firstly, if you haven't heard already, Wilmington and the surrounding Cape Fear area were recently voted as one of the top cities in the entire country! It's a testament to the charm and appeal of our region, and I've included a link to the article ...
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Posted by Buddy Blake on March 12, 2024 in Monday Morning Coffee
Unlocking Massive Tax Savings on Your Home Sale
Navigating the Real Estate Tax Exemption: A Guide for Homeowners
Navigating the real estate market and understanding tax exemptions can be challenging for homeowners. However, there's a significant tax benefit that many may not be aware of, which ...
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Posted by Buddy Blake on February 18, 2024 in Home Page
Maximize Your Real Estate Profits with a 1031 Exchange
Maximizing your returns on real estate investments is a goal many investors share, but navigating the tax implications of selling property can be daunting. One powerful strategy to consider is the 1031 Exchange, a tool that, when used correctly, can ...
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Posted by Buddy Blake on February 17, 2024 in Home Page
Navigating the Modern Real Estate Market: How Buyers Find Homes Today
Navigating the Modern Real Estate Market: How Buyers Find Homes Today
In the digital age, the process of buying a house has undergone a profound transformation. Gone are the days of flipping through physical listings or solely relying on a real ...
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Posted by Buddy Blake on February 9, 2024 in Home Page
Buying New Construction vs used homes
New Construction:
Seller Dynamics: In the case of new construction homes, the seller is typically a builder or developer with broader concerns beyond individual property sales.
Focus on Value: Builders are keen on establishing a value baseline and ...
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Posted by Buddy Blake on February 8, 2024 in Home Page
Due Diligence and Earnest Money
Due Diligence Period:
In North Carolina, due diligence refers to a specified period during which the buyer has the opportunity to thoroughly inspect the property and decide whether to proceed with the purchase. This period is negotiated at the ...
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Posted by Buddy Blake on February 8, 2024 in Home Page
I Want To Sell But Where Will I Go?
Navigating Today's Real Estate Market: Solutions for Sellers in Uncertain Times
By far, this is the number 1 question I am answering today from homeowners, buyers, and even agents. Just like anything else in life, every problem reveals ...
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Posted by Buddy Blake on January 15, 2024 in Home Page
Monday Morning Coffee Jan 8 2024
This week's Monday Morning Coffee, Buddy Blake of Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage shares his philosophy of when and how to use technology and how important it is more than ever to have real conversations for things that really matter.
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Posted by Buddy Blake on January 8, 2024 in Monday Morning Coffee
Buddy Blake's Bridge Pricing Strategy
How you price your home when you come to market can make or break your success potential. In this video, Buddy Blake of Coldwell Banker share his experience and strategies on what he calls "Bridge Pricing".
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Posted by Buddy Blake on January 3, 2024 in Home Page
Christmas Eve Trivia Contest Winner Drawing
Congratulations to Diana Morgan of Leland, NC, on winning our $100 Christmas Eve Live Drawing.
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Posted by Buddy Blake on December 24, 2023 in Monday Morning Coffee
Christmas Eve 2023 Trivia
Let's Have Some Fun!
On Christmas Eve, my family and I will select one winner from all the correct answers.JOIN US ON FACEBOOK LIVE at 8 PM (Eastern)
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Posted by Buddy Blake on December 23, 2023 in Monday Morning Coffee
Monday Morning Coffee with Buddy
This week Buddy shares that mortgage rates are now in the 5's and 6's with good credit, but check with your lender. Also, we will have a big Christmas Eve drawing for $100 we will venmo to you that night.
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Posted by Buddy Blake on December 18, 2023 in Monday Morning Coffee
Monday Morning Coffee - Dec 11, 2023
Happy Monday
🎄CHRISTMAS TRIVIA WINNER🎄
Congratulations to last week's Christmas Trivia Winner:Teresa Sanders of Castle Hayne.
We had many more entries last week and look forward to seeing even more this week if you would like to ...
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Posted by Buddy Blake on December 10, 2023 in Monday Morning Coffee
Monday Morning Coffee December 4 2023
Congratulations to Nancy Pane of Leland, NC, for winning last week's Christmas Trivia drawing!
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Posted by Buddy Blake on December 4, 2023 in Monday Morning Coffee
Monday Coffee Oct 16, 2023
Thanksgiving Pies & Cool Cars
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Posted by Buddy Blake on October 18, 2023 in Monday Morning Coffee
Market Update for September 11, 2023
Market Update from Buddy Blake
​The below chart just released by the Area Association of Realtors shows that sales are substantially down year over year. But keep in mind that much of this is due to very limited options for home buyers and ...
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Posted by Buddy Blake on September 11, 2023 in Monday Morning Coffee
Monday Coffee with Buddy for August 23 2023
Happy Monday to you this is Buddy Blake here in Wilmington North Carolina realtor with Coldwell Banker.
If you are out there and you're thinking about selling your house I want to share with you one of the tactics that we're using and we're using ...
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Posted by Buddy Blake on August 28, 2023 in Monday Morning Coffee
Monday Coffee with Buddy for August 14 2023
Navigating the Wilmington, NC Real Estate Market with Buddy Blake
Are you curious about the current state of the real estate market in Wilmington, North Carolina? Look no further! I'm Buddy Blake, a dedicated Realtor with Coldwell Banker, and ...
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Posted by Buddy Blake on August 14, 2023 in Monday Morning Coffee
Will Existing Home Sales Climb at all This Year?
A Look at the 2023 Real Estate Market: Supply, Demand, and Price Trends
In the midst of an unprecedented real estate boom, the 2023 housing market has been an intriguing rollercoaster ride for buyers, sellers, and analysts alike. As demand continues ...
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Posted by Buddy Blake on July 24, 2023 in Market Statistics