How many different stories have you heard about the housing market recently? The good, the bad, the ugly. But, what’s true and what isn’t? Let’s lay out the basic myths you have probably heard.1. Home Prices are Going to Fall Experts predict that home prices are...
Inflation and Mortgage Rates The current inflation situation is probably in your everyday conversations and, unfortunately, the latest data shows that the inflation rate is still on the rise. This is obviously having a direct effect on the population, especially at...
Thank You to Our Small Businesses!Running a small business can be difficult and the obstacles that owners face everyday do not go unnoticed or unappreciated. Which is exactly why Castro Team is passionate about supporting the local businesses from Swansboro to...
Are you looking for the perfect place to live in Holly Ridge, North Carolina? This highly sought after neighborhood is only 15 minutes from the beach and provides many amenities for it’s residents. Summerhouse on Everett Bay includes a Clubhouse, Resort Style Pool,...
Need to list your house? Let a Real Estate Agent help! There are a lot of factors that goes into choosing the listing price of your house. Just because a home in your neighborhood sold for (x) amount of money does not necessarily mean that your home will sell for the...
What defines a luxury home? When you think of a luxury home, you automatically think of the price first, but that’s not the only thing that determines whether or not a home is a luxury property. Location and features are two other huge factors to weigh in on. Whether...
Real Estate vs Stock Market Have you been following the stock market recently? If you have, you can probably understand why more American’s voted Real Estate as the best long term investment than ever before in the 9 previous years that it has won that title....
Welcome to the world of homeownership! First— congratulations! If you’ve been renting for a while, you know that one positive of renting is the luxury of being able to call your landlord up to handle common problems like a leaky faucet or a drywall mishap. Being a...
Fix it before you sell it? Are you considering selling your home, but think you may need to make some updates first? With our current housing market, updates may not be completely necessary since buyers have limited options. Nearly 2 in 5 potential homebuyers would...
Are you looking for fun things to do in Hampstead, NC? Rain or Shine, there’s something for everyone! Of course the beach is a great option and only minutes from Hampstead, but let’s get creative. The Wild Child Art Studio The Wild Child Art Studio at 14888 US-17 is...