02 Nov 2016
Top 12 Tips for a Safer Holiday Home
Our world is full of risk at every turn—from perilous jobs to dangerous driving conditions. That’s why we all love to get back to our homes and not worry about everyday safety hazards. It’s...
Mary L Blake
Mary Lynn Blake will be your trusted partner and guide to help you navigate through the complex world of real estate, whether you are selling or buying a home. She understands the frustrations of moving better than most, having herself lived in 6 countries and moved 16 times before putting down roots in Wilmington NC. That's why she works relentlessly to ensure her client's achieve their real estate dreams as smoothly as possible.
Resort and Second-home Property Specialist (RSPS), Strategic Pricing Specialist (SPS), Seniors Real Estate Specialist, Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE), Smart Home Certified
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage
Recent Articles
05 Oct 2016
The Home Equity Playbook
What is Home Equity? Home equity seems to be a very simple calculation — the total amount of mortgages owed subtracted from the current market value of a home. Here is a simple example:...
01 Oct 2016
What Today’s Baby Boomer Buyers Want in a Home
In this article written by Carolina Feeney for Inman, she says new research shows that for Baby Boomers looking for a new home, it’s all about location, lifestyle and open space — and not so much about...
01 Oct 2016
A Reading List for Real Estate Investors
Want to learn how to be a wise real estate investor? Here’s a great reading list to start you on the road to smart real estate investing — or to rev up your engines if you’re already well...
28 Sep 2016
8 Smart Home Technology Trends that Can Save You Money
The ‘smart home’ is the new ‘internet of things’, or objects that can serve you better by communicating with each other or directly with you through apps on your smart phone. In the ideal...
28 Sep 2016
Don’t Get Burned – Get a Home Inspection to Save Money on Your Next Purchase
Okay, you made one of the most important decisions in your life: you’re buying a home! You found your ideal home. It’s in your desired neighborhood, close to everything you love, you dig its...
28 Sep 2016
Get Your Credit Score in Shape Before Buying a Home
Get Your Credit Score in Shape Before Buying a Home How strong is your credit? Cleaning up your credit is essential before you make any major financial moves. Having a bad score can hurt...
06 Aug 2016
How to Amp Up The Resale Value of Your Home
Whether you’re putting your home on the market this year or in the next five years, it is a smart decision to start building your home’s resale value now. Here are some ways to...
06 Aug 2016
How to Buy a Home: 7 Tips and Tricks from Real Estate Insiders
No matter if you’re in a buyer’s or seller’s market, there are a few critical steps you can take to make a smarter purchase. Since buying a home is likely the biggest single investment...
Recent Listings
Spacious and Bright! Townhome near Beaches
Active | 3 BR | 3 BA | 2,845 sqft
Offered for sale — Fresh and bright, this very spacious townhome provides low-maintenance living near beaches and surrounded by nature. Features include: ground-floor owner’s suite; butler’s pantry; dramatic vaulted ceilings; large loft/bonus room; separate office space; and two-car garage. This is...
Dreaming of a Home Close to the Beach?
Active | 3 BR | 3 BA | 2,437 sqft
This very spacious townhome is in a terrific location! The Telfair Summit neighborhood is a hidden gem — tucked away behind the Telfair Nature Reserve, just 1.6 miles to Snow’s Cut Bridge/Carolina Beach NC,...
Carolina Beach Condo – Beautiful Views! (SOLD)
Sold | BR | BA | sqft
Watch the boats, look for dolphins, and revel in your gorgeous south-facing view of the Carolina Beach Yacht Basin from your spacious home at the Yachtsman Condominiums. This 2 bed/2 bath condo– just 2...
Charming Ranch Home in The Cape (SOLD)
Sold | 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,884 sqft
This roomy 3bed/2bath ranch home in The Cape is full of charm and backs to lovely woods. It’s just five minutes to the beach–but without the Island prices! With Historic Wilmington just 20 minutes...
Gorgeous Townhouse in Telfair Summit for Sale (SOLD)
Sold | 3 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,502 sqft
Beautiful and spacious townhouse with a light, beachy vibe. This 3 bedroom/2.5 bath duplex-style townhome is just minutes from the beach, in the desirable community of Telfair Summit. It boasts dramatic vaulted ceilings, an...
Townhouse for Sale – Bright, Beautiful, Spacious (SOLD)
Sold | 3 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,302 sqft
Bright, beautiful and very spacious executive townhouse. Located in Telfair Summit (a hidden gem!), this duplex-style townhome is minutes from Carolina Beach and 20 min to Historic Wilmington. Large main floor master suite; two...
Beautiful Brick Ranch Near the Beach (SOLD)
Sold | 3 BR | 2 BA | 2,345 sqft
This lovingly maintained brick home is in the quiet community of Sedgley Abbey, just a few minutes from Carolina Beach, and 20 minutes from Historic Downtown Wilmington NC. 620 Sea Castle Ct is a ...
Carolina Beach NC Home for the Boating Enthusiast (SOLD)
Sold | 3 BR | 3 BA | 1,920 sqft
Welcome home to Harbour Point and the Island Lifestyle in Carolina Beach! This spacious 3BDR, 3BA townhome is perfect for the boating enthusiast. The many great features of this low-maintenance home include rocking chair porches, an open...