Outer Banks real estate hits 2015 with a boom!

So much is already showing promise for 2015's real estate market on the Outer Banks.  For starters, I sold over $7million at All About OBX Real Estate this past year!  I am very grateful.  In addition, prices are still holding at a reasonable level, interest rates continue to be low, there is a very nice inventory of homes available and much more is happening:  the upkeep and maintenance of our beautiful resort area's bridges and beaches, homeowners insurance rates will decrease by 0.3 percent on a statewide average, significant changes to the Cape Hatteras National Seashore's Off-Road Vehicle Plan, a large outside event site is under way in Nags Head....so many exciting things are happening!  Call me to find out what real estate deals are out there so you can make your dreams come true and own a beach house on the beautiful Outer Banks of North Carolina!  252-207-1147 Wende Pritchard, All About OBX Real Estate.  www.allaboutobx.com

OUTER BANKS REAL ESTATE NEWS

2014 has been an amazing year for real estate on the Outer Banks-http://www.cnbc.com/id/102203875.  Buyers are buying the deals still available and the sellers are enjoying a slight increase in market values - http://www.cnbc.com/id/102231527.  Although the number of available foreclosures has decreased drastically here on the Outer Banks, it is said that the number of foreclosures are starting to spike again-http://www.cnbc.com/id/102178228.  Additionally, with the updated city appraisals a couple of years ago, sellers have been forced to reevaluate the value of their home so prices are still very affordable and sellers are still selling.  If you've been sitting on the fence, call me and I will find you a deal PLUS, with All About OBX Real Estate, you get a credit at closing for closing costs.  No other company on the Outer Banks can match that! Call now! 252-207-1147 .

Outer Banks home sales prices are rising. Is HGTV Beachfront Bargain Hunt part of the reason?

Prices on the Outer Banks are on the rise!  This is great for sellers but not so good for buyers.  Don't be one of those carpet mashers that will regret not buying before the prices increase even more!!!
Average price in 2013 - $444,633
Average price in 2014 - $525,067

To find the deals that are still out there, call Wende Pritchard, HGTV 's Beachfront Bargain Hunter 's Outer Banks REALTOR!  252-207-1147

Outer Banks Real Estate and Information on Foreclosures

Nationally, the number of homes in the foreclosure process dropped by 34.9% in February 2014 from their levels a year earlier, according to CoreLogic’s National Foreclosure Report. The figure now stands at 752,000 properties; a year ago, 1.2 million properties were in foreclosure. As a share of all mortgages, the foreclosure inventory stood at 1.9% in February 2014, down from 2.9% in February 2013.
This information is consistent with the current real estate market on the Outer Banks.  The Outer Banks MLS (multiple listing service) still has many listings for sale that are great deals!  Oceanfront properties are still for sale at a great buy.  Many investment homes with ocean views are still great buys!  Hurry though, the real estate market is booming here!  Buyers are purchasing homes now to start receiving income as soon as they close.
Are you looking for a Beachfront Bargain?  Is it your dream to own an oceanfront house on the Outer Banks or one with a view and within walking distance?  WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?
Call Wende Pritchard, your local HGTV Outer Banks REALTOR!  252-207-1147 or email:  wende@allaboutobx.com

Duck NC Soundfront homes for sale

1384 Duck Rd, Duck, NC 27949 New soundfront home for sale in Duck NC on the Outer Banks.  This soundfront Duck home has a pier, a dock, a bulkhead, granite countertops, tile floors, custom kitchen & bathrooms, 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, 2 fireplaces, garage, sundecks, screened-in porch and more...go to www.allaboutobx.com.featuredlistings.html or call HGTV's Outer Banks REALTOR, Wende Pritchard 252-207-1147 or email wende@allaboutobx.com.

A true BEACHFRONT BARGAIN on the Outer Banks, NC

Wow, a 4 bedroom oceanfront for only $419,000!  This is a true Beachfront Bargain!  If you are looking for an oceanfront deal, this is it!  The beach is beautiful and the house is conforming and has one of the most beautiful wide beaches on the Outer Banks of North Carolina.  This is the Beachfront Bargain Hunt you've been waiting for! http://www.obxmls.net/WendePritchard/index.php?fuseaction=search.resultsMLS&mls=81508&action=Go

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All About OBX Real Estate
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OUTER BANKS FLOOD INSURANCE BILL PASSES THE HOUSE!

IN THE NEWS: FLOOD INSURANCE BILL PASSES THE HOUSE. BILL PROTECTS AMERICANS FROM HIGH RATE INCREASES. Great news for Outer Banks homeowners and those looking to buy!

If you are looking for a beach house on the Outer Banks, the real estate market is full of great bargains.  Interest rates are still low and it looks like flood insurance will continue to stay affordable!

Call Wende Pritchard today to get a list of Outer Banks homes that fit your criteria or if you have any questions on buying a vacation on the beach, I can help.  252-207-1147 or visit my website at AllAboutOBX.com.