Between the busy real estate market and many of us still using our homes heavily for work, school, and everything in between, home renovation activity is steadily on the rise. But which improvements will increase your home’s value? Consider placing…
Hi. My name is Beth Hyjek, I am one of the co-founders of TeachingHorse, LLC. TeachingHorse is a leadership development company that offers virtual and in-person experiences with horses. Our approach to leadership development is inspired by how horses lead…
Severe weather, political and social turmoil, unemployment, a global pandemic…this past year has been a challenge. One thing is for sure, all the time spent at home and out of our usual routines has helped us distinguish “wants” from “needs.” …
On top of everything in normal life, the past year has been hard on many people in a variety of ways. Folks have been experiencing a range of emotions including fear, confusion, anger, and anxiety. Not to mention that isolation…
New 2020 Collection McKee Homes is excited to announce the release of the new 2020 Floorplan Collection. The collection includes the most popular home plans with improvements and updates today’s homebuyers want to see. During 2020, recommendations and feedback from…
The strength and beauty of our community, Plantation Village, is represented in part by the stories of the women who reside here. Their achievements are numerous – listen to their stories. #AllAboutCecilia Cecilia Corbett is a Wilmington native who went…
Drone technology has been increasingly popular and carries over into many different industries – including roof maintenance and repair. This technology allows homeowners and property managers to view areas of their roof that they might not otherwise get to see.…
Spending time outside makes most of us feel refreshed and peaceful. Bringing those natural elements into our homes helps create tranquility and warmth that pairs perfectly with any existing design. By borrowing only a few ingredients from our natural surroundings,…
For franchisees Craig Cadogan and Danny Richani, building their new 24-hour infrared HOTWORX fitness studio on Gordon Road the right way for the Wilmington community is essential to its success. “We’re focused on making it a personal, family focused gym…
Deciding upon a permanent place of remembrance for a loved one is not only an important part of honoring their memory but provides a place for family and friends to pay tribute for generations to come. While many people still…
The owner of Patriot Roofing, Stephanie Bolton, believes in the message and work that the Historic Wilmington Foundation lends to our community. Stephanie and her husband, Bill, have made it a priority to give back to our community by donating…
Typically, when homeowners think of remodeling their home, the first thing that comes to mind is a kitchen or bath renovation. While these two areas are important to continuously update, other hardworking spaces in our homes often don’t get the…
Keeping up with personal and professional obligations can be a daunting task sometimes. Between remembering to pay bills, maintaining social connections and meeting deadlines at work, there are often a lot of items on that old ‘to-do’ list that fall…
Ushering in a new year symbolizes a fresh start to the future and a great time to think about refreshing your home. Homes are a retreat from the busy days we spend out in the world, and now that many…
Here at Plantation Village, the excitement is building around our current expansion project, as we have spent more than two years in the planning stages. With status as a nonprofit, everything we do is focused on adapting our services…
There are so many things to consider when searching for a new home, like finding the right neighborhood, layout and size, special features, and not to mention the price. While many of these considerations are obvious, some future homeowners might…
We have all had these thoughts cross our minds when it comes to selling a home: What is the hottest time for the real estate market?, Should I wait until springtime?, Things slow down around the holidays. Some of these…
Adding curb appeal to your home is one of the easiest ways to express individual style and increase your property value. A new year brings new exterior home trends and here are a few of the most popular styles you…
The first thing that comes to mind when many of us think of cabinets is our kitchen or bathrooms. These two places are heavily used in every home and oftentimes need the most storage space. However, as floor plans and…
Making the right style choices for your home is important when planning improvements. Not only do we spend much of our time in our homes, upgrades add value to our investment. With the new year right around the corner, fresh…
Oftentimes when we think of cabinets, we picture our kitchen and bathroom areas. However, media rooms are a great place to add custom cabinets to add style and organization. If you are planning on adding a media room to your…
“Just like living in paradise!” is how Jim George, a Plantation Village resident describes his life in our community. Then COVID-19 arrived, and things began to change. Personally, this experience has forced me to look at my life in…
In this time of social distancing and forced isolation, it is more important than ever to love where you live and live where you love. With that in mind, we are finding new ways of using technology to foster connections…
It’s that time of year when the days get shorter, the weather gets a little bit cooler, and we all think about spending more time inside. Whether for a holiday gathering, or just a Sunday afternoon, this time of year…
