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Meeting an OBX Realtor

So you’ve fallen in love with the Outer Banks and now thinking of a purchase. You likely have friends who own here and recommend an agent or perhaps you called a realty company that has a house you’d like to see. Here are a few things you should expect when meeting an OBX Realtor for the first time. Agency Discussion It’s a rule that a North Carolina real estate agent has to work as an agent for someone in the transaction. Since they have to represent someone, they’d much rather represent you. … Continue reading...

Kitty Hawk Lifesaving Station

In response to many shipwrecks along the coasts of America, the federal government decided to create a lifesaving service. The Kitty Hawk Lifesaving Station was first constructed in 1873 and 1874 near the current intersection of Kitty Hawk Road and NC12. This station along with seven others along the Outer Banks were charged with saving people, property and ships when in distress. They also alerted mariners when they came too close to the coast. OBX Life At that time, the Outer Banks was an … Continue reading...

Finding an OBX Rental Gem

When you begin to look at vacation rental homes for sale on the Outer Banks, it often becomes obvious… If the property only generates the same income as it does right now, then you’ll end up having a negative cash flow. Why is that? This article will discuss reasons why and help you in the process of finding an OBX Rental Gem. Flexibility For many vacation rental homeowners, a home here is not about making money. It’s about having flexibility for OBX vacation time. Of course, these owners … Continue reading...

Outer Banks Bucketlist for February

Winter living along most of the East Coast has its challenges. The Outer Banks is no exception. The weather is less than desirable most of this month. Those days when it’s not foggy and cold, it probably is windy and rainy. Sunny and warm February days this time of year are few and far between. Just because the weather stinks does not mean there aren’t fun things to do on the Outer Banks. Here are three things you might want to put on your Outer Banks Bucketlist for February. Visit the … Continue reading...

Outer Banks Bucketlist for January

January is just about the quietest time on the Outer Banks. Most folks don’t equate the beach with freezing cold temperatures. People don’t want to drive on snowy roads to get here so a mid-Atlantic snowy forecast stops many folks from a weekend trip. Being quiet has many benefits. It’s much easier getting around on our roads, the restaurants are not crowded, and you can enjoy many locations on the Outer Banks in relative solitude. If you are here this month, then get out and enjoy the OBX. … Continue reading...

Outer Banks Bucketlist for December

Most people don’t associate the beach with wintertime. Even though it’s the beginning of winter on the Outer Banks, December is a great time to be here. Often, our first frost comes this month. The great fall fishing has tapered off and only rarely will there be a beach day where you will want to be in your bathing suit. Besides a few things that will help get you in the holiday spirit, this is the time of year to enjoy a few specific items here on the Outer Banks. Here’s our Outer Banks … Continue reading...

Outer Banks Bucketlist for November

There's no doubt the vacation season is over when you are here in November. Except for Thanksgiving week, the roads, restaurants and the beach are less crowded. Many locals have adjusted to this slower pace and it feels like the Outer Banks is a small town again. It's easy to enjoy the Outer Banks this time of year. Here's our Outer Banks bucketlist for November. Walk in Nags Head Woods Taking a walk in Nags Head Woods this time of year is enjoyable. Our foliage changes much later than … Continue reading...

Outer Banks Bucketlist for August

There’s so much to do on the Outer Banks in August it was hard to pick just three fun things. The weather is usually cooler than July and the ocean is almost always warmer. Towards the end of the summer, the crowds begin to thin out as the beach begins the transition to the fall season. Sea Oats are at their full length and bear their fruit. Here are three fun things that should be on your Outer Banks Bucketlist for August. Take an Offshore Fishing TripAugust is a great month for an … Continue reading...

Outer Banks Bucketlist for July

July is probably the most popular month for the Outer Banks. There are years when there is no vacancy at vacation rental cottages, hotels and motels. Most years, July is the hottest month of the year too. It's that period of time when cold fronts rarely make it this far south and the Bermuda high pressure gives us those afternoon cooler breezes off the sound. There are best times of year for different Outer Banks activities. Here's our Outer Banks Bucketlist for July items. Snorkel an … Continue reading...

Outer Banks Bucketlist for June

June is a great time to be on the Outer Banks. Most years the summer weather arrives in the first week or two of the month. June has mostly good weather and the wind does not blow as hard as earlier and later in the year. It's also the kickoff for the busiest time of year. Just about all places where vacationers can stay are occupied for a large portion of the month. It's great to see these folks enjoying themselves! There are best times of year for different Outer Banks actiivities. Here … Continue reading...

Meeting an OBX Realtor

Finding an OBX Rental Gem

Outer Banks Bucketlist for February

Outer Banks Bucketlist for January

Outer Banks Bucketlist for December

Outer Banks Bucketlist for November

Outer Banks Bucketlist for August

Outer Banks Bucketlist for July

Outer Banks Bucketlist for June

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