Sight Unseen OBX Purchase?

A sight unseen OBX purchase was as rare as purple sea glass just a few months ago. Our bridges to the Outer Banks have been closed since mid-March. Prior to the pandemic many out of town buyers were seriously looking at purchasing and collecting the summer rental income. Of course, those plans are over or delayed for most folks since they can not get here to see the houses.Not everyone has stopped shopping here though. In fact, we’ve had three different buyers who have been comfortable … Continue reading...

Solution to OBX Rental Income Dilemma

I think there is a solution to the OBX rental income dilemma. This article will explain this problem and provide a solution so that, hopefully, people don’t have to be in this position in the future. The problemAs of this moment no visitors are allowed on the Outer Banks. Local government is concerned that our limited health care facilities could quickly become overwhelmed by the pandemic. There is no set date when vacationers will be allowed back in. This could become a real problem for … Continue reading...

Outer Banks Insurance Primer

Questions about Outer Banks insurance are often the first thing buyers ask me when they start their home search here.  Yes, homes can be insured for just about all types of events. It can be expensive and it can be fairly reasonable depending upon the property. This blog will provide you with some of the basics of insuring a home here. It’s likely we’ll go into more detail about each of these types of policies in the near future. Different Environment Different Insurance This coastal area has … Continue reading...

Carolina Review Winter 2019

Our Carolina Review Newsletter was recently mailed out and the electronic version is emailed today. Here are a few OBX news items that did not make the newsletter... It's been rather mild on the Outer Banks this winter.  I don’t remember seeing one snowflake so far and there has only been a handful of days where there has been frost on the ground.  This relatively warm winter is not unprecedented.  A few years back, our geraniums survived the entire winter on the front porch in Kitty … Continue reading...

My Experiences with Outer Banks Hurricanes

Since moving to the Outer Banks in 1989 we have been threatened by hurricanes almost every year. Dealing with these storms is no fun but is worth it to live in such a great place. Years ago when we were looking for a spot to raise our boys Lori and I decided the most important thing was to be in a spot where the risk of flooding would be minimal and where it would be less likely to have wind damage from Outer Banks hurricanes. Yes, there are many places like that on the Outer Banks. We found … Continue reading...

Five Inexpensive Improvements to Sell a Vacation Home

Selling vacation homes can be challenging. Today’s buyers watch HGTV where home updates are the norm instead of the exception. Often times OBX vacation homes don’t have those updates. If you are preparing to sell or not getting activity on your home then here are five items that will encourage buyers to look and make offers. By doing some of these simple updates you may make your home stand out among all the ones for sale.Tidy yard and exterior: Pruning trees and/or bushes can often be … Continue reading...

Why should I use an Outer Banks Lender?

Getting a loan today usually requires a little more time and effort.  If you have refinanced or purchased property elsewhere over the last few years then you are familiar with this process. You may want to use your home town lender because they already have your paperwork or they are a friend.  The unique aspects of getting a loan on OBX property may be worth reconsidering your decision.  Here are some reasons why you should use an Outer Banks lender. Flood Zones Outer Banks lenders are … Continue reading...

Comparing Vacation Rental Cottages Purchases

Vacation Rental Cottages with a built-in solid rental income make owning here even easier. Properly comparing vacation rental cottages involves more than just looking at rental income. Knowing how to compare the many vacation rental variables can save you time and money. Local MLS: Fortunately, most listing agents post years’ of rental income history in the associated documents section of the local MLS. These sheets are a wealth of information for the potential buyer. From these sheets you can … Continue reading...

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Our goal is to make this site the most consumer friendly web site for folks who are looking to buy or sell Outer Banks real estate.

Outer Banks real estate is always changing. This site will also change to provide you with the most recent and valuable information available so you can make the best buying or selling decision possible.

Address: 5535 N Croatan Hwy
Southern Shores, NC 27949
Phone: 866-438-8382

  

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Jacob Keenan

Jeff Scott and team helped my fiancé and I find the perfect home. They treated us with kindness and dealt with this fast moving market with professionalism. Definitely a very trustworthy organization who I will be recommending to anyone looking to buy in the Outer Banks.

Ted Piazza

Great communication from afar. I hope to avail myself of their services in person.

Tony Salamone

I’ve dealt with several realtors over the years and gotta say that Jeff at Scott Team Realty was the abosolutely the best, and would highly recommend anyone purchasing a home on the OBX to check him out…

David Kravitz

Jeff was professional, thorough
and was easy to get in contact with for any questions or issues that needed to be answered. We would highly recommend him for a sales agent.

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