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December 2025 Wilmington, NC

Happy New Year! Understanding Your Local Market as We Head into 2026

Why Some Wilmington, NC Homes Are Sitting Longer in 2026 (And Where Buyers Are Going Instead)

Why Some Wilmington, NC Homes Are Sitting Longer in 2026 (And Where Buyers Are Going Instead)

Why Some Wilmington, NC Homes Are Sitting Longer in 2026 (And Where Buyers Are Going Instead)Kim Crouch
Published on: 11/07/2026

Why are some Wilmington, NC homes sitting 90+ days while others sell instantly? Realtor Kimberly Crouch breaks down the 2026 market shift in River Lights, Landfall, St. James, Scotts Hill, and southern Brunswick County — and what it means for buyers.

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Moving to Wilmington, NC Is Not for Everyone: 12 Facts You Should Know First

Moving to Wilmington, NC Is Not for Everyone: 12 Facts You Should Know First

Moving to Wilmington, NC Is Not for Everyone: 12 Facts You Should Know FirstKim Crouch
Published on: 04/07/2026

Thinking about moving to Wilmington, NC? Realtor Kimberly Crouch shares 12 honest facts about cost, weather, healthcare, and daily life — the details a weekend visit won't show you before you relocate to coastal North Carolina.

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Everything New and Coming Soon to Wilmington, NC in 2026

Everything New and Coming Soon to Wilmington, NC in 2026

Everything New and Coming Soon to Wilmington, NC in 2026Kim Crouch
Published on: 28/06/2026

What's changing in Wilmington, NC in 2026? Realtor Kimberly Crouch breaks down major infrastructure projects, new construction communities, and local events every relocation buyer should know before choosing where to buy.

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5 Wilmington-Area Communities Out-of-State Buyers Often Misjudge

5 Wilmington-Area Communities Out-of-State Buyers Often Misjudge

5 Wilmington-Area Communities Out-of-State Buyers Often MisjudgeKim Crouch
Published on: 20/06/2026

Moving to coastal NC from out of state? Wilmington Realtor Kimberly Crouch breaks down 5 areas — Leland, Landfall, Topsail, Castle Hayne, and the southern beaches — that buyers often misjudge, plus the #1 mistake relocation buyers make.

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10 Signs Wilmington, NC's Housing Market Is Facing Something Slower — and More Consequential — Than a Crash

10 Signs Wilmington, NC's Housing Market Is Facing Something Slower — and More Consequential — Than a Crash

10 Signs Wilmington, NC's Housing Market Is Facing Something Slower — and More Consequential — Than a CrashKim Crouch
Published on: 13/06/2026

10 data-backed signs Wilmington, NC's housing market faces a slow affordability squeeze, not a crash. Insights on pricing, taxes, insurance & inventory from Realtor Kimberly Crouch, former CPA with 25+ years in finance and real estate.

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6 Types of Homes to Be Cautious About When Buying in Wilmington, NC

6 Types of Homes to Be Cautious About When Buying in Wilmington, NC

6 Types of Homes to Be Cautious About When Buying in Wilmington, NCKim Crouch
Published on: 06/06/2026

Buying a home in Wilmington, NC? Learn 6 property types coastal buyers should investigate closely, plus what to check before making an offer.

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About Kimberly Crouch

With 25+ years of experience in real estate, finance, and accounting, Kimberly Crouch brings a unique analytical perspective to coastal real estate. As a former CPA (currently Inactive) and Director of Finance for real estate developers, she helps clients understand both the emotional and financial aspects of their real estate decisions.

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