Readers of Wilmington’s Encore magazine have voted Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Realty as Wilmington’s Best Real Estate Company in their “Best of Wilmington 2010″!

Thanks go out to everyone that voted for for us.  Though this isn’t our first “Best of Wilmington” award, we’re still thrilled by this honor.  Our more than 300 agents and staff take great pride in the fact that every year for the last decade, we’ve sold more homes in southeastern North Carolina than any other real estate company.

Check out the nice things Encore had to say about us:

BEST REAL ESTATE AGENCY

The local and national housing markets may have taken a hit due to the recession as of late, but Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Realty is soaring high above the rest with their win for Best Real Estate Agency. Serving the cities of Wilmington and Jacksonville; the coastal communities of Carolina Beach, Topsail Beach, Surf City, Wrightsville Beach, Figure Eight Island, North Topsail Beach, Kure Beach, Bald Head Island, Oak Island, Ocean Isle Beach and Holden Beach; and coastal communities, including Porters Neck, Southport, Sneads Ferry, Leland, Scotts Hill, Hampstead, Holly Ridge, Camp Lejeune, New River, Bolivia, Shallotte, Boiling Spring Lakes and St. James, Sea Coast is without a doubt a leader in its industry. In fact, it is the number-one real estate company in southeastern North Carolina, selling more properties than any area firm for the past eight years.

With 300-plus agents and seven convenient locations (two in Wilmington, on Military Cutoff Road and at Porters Neck) Sea Coast is more than equipped to satisfy anything their customers desire. They can handle relocation needs, from start to finish, and even offer a 100-percent Satisfaction Guarantee. In an ever-changing real-estate climate, Sea Coast has remained true to its roots and continues to offer first-class service with a reputation clients have learned they can trust. Their easy-to-navigate Web site, www.seacoastrealty.com, only adds to what Wilmington recognizes as dependable, up-to-date and quality service.

If you are thinking about buying or selling a home in New Hanover, Brunswick, Pender, or Onslow County, North Carolina, shouldn’t you have the “Best of Wilmington” working for you?  Visit us online at www.seacoastrealty.com or call us at 1-800-522-9624.

Normally, the winter months are a pretty slow time in the real estate business.  While the weather has been cold outside this year, the real estate market has been getting hotter and hotter. 

In January 2009, homebuyers toured Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Realty listings 2,757 times!  That’s a whopping 72% increase from the previous month.  The number of showings is expected to grow even more over the next few months.

Our real estate professionals say that there are lots of homebuyers hunting for homes earlier than usual this year, so that they can take advantage of the homebuyer tax credit before the April 30, 2010 deadline.  First-time homebuyers are eligible for an $8,000 tax credit.  Homeowners that have been in their current home for the last 5 years are also eligible for a $6,500 tax credit.  In addition, real estate agents say that there are lots of investors and folks looking for second homes out looking for great properties at a bargain price.

If you are considering selling your home, it’s smart to contact a Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Realty agent today.  Our real estate professionals in New Hanover, Brunswick, Pender, and Onslow counties will expertly market your home, so that it will get the attention it deserves and sell for the most money.

Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Realty has been southeastern North Carolina’s top home seller for the last 10 years!  Find out more at www.seacoastrealty.com.

Figure Eight Island is one of the places in North Carolina that is home to many celebrity houses. Celebrities like John Edwards and former Vice President Al Gore own houses on this island. The island has beautiful views as it is located between the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean. The entire island only has about 440 houses making it an ideal place for couples and individuals to relax. It is also home to many beautiful exotic animal species. If you are looking for a vacation house, check out the Figure Eight island real estate. Wrightsville beach real estate also offers many bargains and great houses.

Figure Eight Island is a private island in North Carolina near the Wrightsville Beach and is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and the Intercoastal Waterway. It has very few homes (approximately 450) and is very popular among rich celebrities and politicians. Figure Eight Island’s real estate market is also a great place to invest. If you are an island fan, you can also look at Bald Head Island real estate. It is a small island near the Cape Fear River. It is a very popular retirement location. It can only be accessed by a ferry and residents use electrified golf carts as cars are not allowed.

Just minutes from Wilmington, NC homes and Wrightsville Beach is Figure Eight Island.  The place for relaxation, Figure Eight is a non-commercialized getaway for its residents.  Only reachable by bridge, the island serves as a private oceanfront community along the Intracoastal Waterway.  With just barely over 450 homes, Figure Eight Island real estate is a rare find.  A five mile long stretch, Figure Eight features homes with stunning ocean, sound and marsh views.  If you ever dare get tired of the serene atmosphere, the lively town of Wilmington is right around the corner.  Enjoy the best of both worlds at Figure Eight.

Looking for the ultimate spot to buy or rent a vacation home in North Carolina? What better location than a private island located near the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean? With only 441 homes, Figure Eight Island is a very popular location, known for providing a beautiful and private coastal community for its residents and tourists. Only accessible by a swing-bridge, Figure Eight Island is located just north of Wrightstville Beach, NC, making Wrightsville Beach real estate a great choice.

The well-known show, Dawson’s Creek, has been notorious for film scenes at this popular tourist location. Other celebrities and politicians, such as John Travolta, Al Gore and John Edwards, have been known frequenters of Figure Eight. With over five miles of sandy white beaches, it has become the perfect spot to take pleasure in boating, kayaking, windsurfing, bird watching and deep sea fishing. Whether you desire an oceanfront property revealing the panoramic view of the Atlantic Ocean, or a waterfront soundside home for boating, Figure Eight Island is sure to satisfy your vacation needs.

For years, the coastal communities in North Carolina have harbored a secret: Great deals are available on Wrightsville Beach homes and Figure Eight Island real estate. And they’re available for a fraction of what you’d pay in pricier coastal markets such as New York, New Jersey, California or even Florida. Now, you can get property even cheaper, thanks to the state of the real estate market in much of the country. A great deal in North Carolina is even cheaper.