Days like today remind me that buying a home on the beach is different than buying inland. Hurricane Nicole is off the coast of Florida. When you have that low pressure to the south and the high pressure to our north, the winds along the Outer Banks get extremely gusty. Our marine forecast within 20 miles of the beach is calling for eight to ten foot seas. We might also have gale force north east winds. Buying coastal OBX property is unique for many reasons. This post identifies some of those … Continue reading...
Outer Banks Flood Insurance
A common question I’m asked by people who are thinking about buying a beach house is "Can I get flood insurance on the Outer Banks?" Flood insurance is available on every property on the Outer Banks. In some cases, it can be more expensive than others but it is still available. This article is the first part of a two-part series on Outer Banks flood insurance. It will focus on the reasons for higher and lower premiums. Preferred rate guidelines The best priced flood insurance … Continue reading...