Hi!  I'm Teri Hunt Welcome to my website, your source for real estate in Brunswick County in North Carolina.  This area is also known as Brunswick Beaches because we have several beaches ... Sunset Beach, Ocean Isle Beach, Holden Beach, Oak Island and Baldhead Island.  This area is also well-known for it's boating, fishing, golf and historic areas such as Southport.  Brunswick County is a quiet haven nestled between Wilmington, NC to the north and Myrtle Beach, SC to the south. I am came here to Brunswick County from northern Virginia in 2003.  I have no desire to go back.  In my former life I was a programmer/analyst and computer consultant.  I started longing for the beach and finally decided to bring my mother and join my sister in Brunswick County and go into real estate.  It was a great move for me.  I lived first in Sunset Beach, then moved to Ocean Isle for 2-1/2 years, and now I live in the Holden Beach area. Buyers:  Today we are in a buyers market and there are some great opportunities.  Many sellers are motivated now and are ready to bargain.  There are also many foreclosures.  You don't need to wait for prices to go down .. just make an offer.  You may be surprised!  If you're renting, keep in mind that owning a home is an investment, and every down market is followed by an up market.  Real estate is the safest investment there is over time.  In a few years I predict that what you buy today will be worth a good bit more.  Buy low ... sell high!  No one knows how much longer the market will stay down, so it doesn't pay to wait too long.Sellers:  Yes, it is a buyer's market.  The average time on market right now is 6 to 8 months and many offers are lower than you might like.  You can still get sold, however, without losing your shirt.  If you prepare your home well by making any needed repairs, touching up the paint, making it appealing from the curb and inside, and price reasonably, your odds of getting a sale at a good price increases significantly.  That's the key for you today.  I can help you with that.  If you own real estate that you're thinking of selling, I will be happy to provide you with a FREE Market Evaluation, with no obligation.   NOTE About Foreclosures:  United Country Coastal Homes specializes in foreclosures (aka bank-owned or REO).  United Country Coastal Homes was listing and selling foreclosures long before most other companies.  There are only a few companies who are leaders in this arena in Brunswick and New Hanover Counties.  Right now there are many foreclosed properties available and many more are expected in 2010.  Foreclosures are sold "as-is" and you must have a pre-approval letter from a lender if you plan to get a loan, or proof of funds if you plan to buy with cash.  Your "contract" is a bank addendum and timing is critical with these purchases.  I have expertise with handling foreclosure purchases.  I have sold several in the last year and a half.  Be sure to work with an expert if you want to explore this market as they are not like normal sales.