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4 Things You Should Know About Listing Costs When Selling Your House in NC

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

Naturally, when you consider selling your home, the next thing that may come to your mind are the profits and how you’ll spend them, quickly followed by how much of the funds you’ll pay in commissions, which is the cost of hiring a real estate agent. If you’re considering taking the job of selling your … Continued

Who can buy my home with cash in Wilmington NC?

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

Selling a home in this tough economy is no walk in the park. If you are facing a foreclosure, then chances are you are grappling with the question, “who can buy my home with cash in Wilmington?” Well, fret not! There are several options that you can explore when putting your home up for fast … Continued

5 Things to Look for When Working With a Wilmington Wholesaler to Expand Your Portfolio

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

Wholesalers find off-market properties, gain a contract, and then make a small profit by flipping the contract or selling it to an investor. Typically these properties are distressed, and the owners are motivated to sell as they have fallen on difficult times, and the property has degraded into a state of disrepair. Once they’ve located … Continued

Why Rent When You Can Own in Wilmington NC?

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

Why rent when you can own in Wilmington NC? Great question! If you’re looking for Wilmington houses for rent you may want to consider your other options as a potential homeowner in the Wilmington area. Most locals who are looking for homes to rent in Wilmington are likely looking at renting as their only option … Continued

What Do I Need To Do To Sell My House In Wilmington NC?

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

You want to sell your Wilmington house, and you want to get top dollar. Excellent! But “What do I need to do to sell my house in Wilmington“? Here are some tips on how to get your home ready to sell if you’re looking for top dollar that the market will bear: *NOTE: These instructions … Continued

What To Look For In Hard Money Lenders In NC

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

If you’re a real estate investor who needs a hard money loan for your deal, then you might be wondering which hard money lender to work with, how to find them, and what to look for in hard money lenders in NC. In this blog post, we’ll give you 4 of the top qualities to … Continued

What Insurance Should I Have For My Rental Property In Wilmington? An Investor’s Checklist

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

Investing in real estate is different than investing in Wall Street stocks. Stocks are speculative, and they’re also a “paper asset.” The stocks might go up and down but there isn’t much that can happen to the “financial instrument” itself (especially since they’re stored electronically instead of as stock certificates now). Real estate on the … Continued

6 Tips to Help You Downsize Your House in Wilmington

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

Downsizing can be overwhelming when deciding what to keep and what must go. Younger families turn to downsize to save money and make a smaller environmental footprint. While older homeowners may find they have much too much house, full of unoccupied rooms that now only add to the dusting workload. Any task can be made … Continued

Cash for houses in Wilmington – how to sell your NC house for fast cash

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

Yes, Local house sellers are still getting cash for houses in Wilmington NC even in this real estate market.  Years back, selling a Wilmington house for cash was quite easy and fun. All you had to do was hang a “For Sale” tag on your front yard and wait for potential buyers to call you… and … Continued
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How to find great investment property in Wilmington

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

How to Find a Great Investment Property in Wilmington, NC? As active real estate experts in Wilmington, we frequently get asked to share our insights on finding the best investment property. We love helping investors succeed, so we’re happy to share our knowledge! One of the biggest questions we get from local investors is: “How … Continued

Renting An Apartment vs Renting A House in Wilmington

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

So, you’re looking for a place to rent in Wilmington? As you’ve already seen… there are a lot of options in the Wilmington area for housing. All the way from apartments in Wilmington to rental houses in Wilmington… condos… mobile homes, and more. But if you’re struggling to decide if you want to rent an … Continued

We Buy Houses in Wilmington Companies – Are They Credible?

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

If you’ve been driving around in Wilmington, chances are you’ve seen some billboards advertising companies that buy houses. Often times they say things like “We Buy Wilmington Houses!” or “Cash For Your House”. Are These “We Buy Houses in Wilmington Companies” Credible? How do I know if the local house buying companies out there are honest … Continued

How To Find Hard Money Lenders In NC

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

Are you a real estate investor who needs money to help you do a new deal or complete an existing deal? Are you looking for money in your state? Read this blog post all the way through learn the 4 tips to help you know how to find hard money lenders in NC… In the … Continued

When Is The Best Time To Buy Investment Property For NC Investors – 3 Tips

By Jonathan Swanson, Broker @ Sea Gate Realty, Inc.

Thinking about investing in real estate but wondering about timing? Smart move! If you’re an investor thinking about diversifying out of Wall Street stocks and into real estate, or if you are an active real estate investor thinking about improving your investing to invest more profitably, then perhaps you’re wondering, “When is the best time … Continued