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Here you will find the latest blogs that we have written. You'll find useful information like how to buy a house with 100% financing, what the typical closing cost are when you sell your home, and informational blogs like how to prepare for an upcoming hurricane. 

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Jan. 18, 2018

Do I Need Good Credit to Buy a House? | Regina Drury Real Estate Group

Do you Need Good Credit to Buy a House? 

Are you're wanting to buy a home, but like many interested homebuyers, you are wondering if it's possible, due to your credit? What credit score do you need to buy a house? Do you need good credit to buy a house? For the best interest rate, yes, because it is credit score dependent. However, you can get a mortgage with a credit score as low as 580, if you can provide a down payment or if it's a VA loan. For a credit score at 580, you can apply for an FHA or VA loan. If you want 100% financing to buy your new home, you will need a minimum credit score of 640. The higher your credit score, the lower the interest rate for your mortgage.

Can You Get a Mortgage with No Credit?

Yes, sometimes, but you would need four different alternative credit sources. One of those sources must be 12 months of housing with no late payments. The others could be a light bill, phone bill, ar insurance, etc. with 12 months of no late payments on those as well.

What do Mortgage Companies Require to be Paid Before they Lend?

Depends on the kind of mortgage, but generally, any collections that are non-medical that together amount to $2500. Always pay the judgment and leans prior to closing. This does not include credit card statements and balances. 

Potential Roadblocks to Obtaining a Mortgage

Prior bankruptcies, short sales, foreclosures, etc. There are specific waiting periods for each of these and they are different for each kind of loan, so contact Pat Holsten for more information. 

How to Improve Your Credit Score

You can improve your credit score by:

  • Paying your bills on time
  • Don't max out on your credit cards
  • Don't close your credit card accounts when you pay them off
  • Don't cosign for anyone
  • Don't overextend yourself
    • You ultimately know how much you can afford, so being aware of your finances and what you need to pay off is important

How to Build your Credit to Buy a House

Start with getting a secured credit card for a low amount ($300) and keep at $10 balance on it. Make sure that the credit card company you use reports to all three bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion). After that, generally within 60-90 days, you will have a credit score.

Extra Advice 

  • Don't depend on services like CreditKarma; they are very general services and have the potential to report incorrectly.
  • Try not to let any of your accounts go into collections. 
  • Stay away from credit repair companies, unless you research them carefully. Most things people can do themselves and still avoid paying a credit repair company, with the right advice. 

Information and advice in this blog post were provided by Pat Holsten of American Security Mortgage. If you are wanting to know more information, contact her at pat@patholsten.com.

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Jan. 10, 2018

Do I need Renters Insurance? | Regina Drury Real Estate Group

Why Tenants Should Always have Renters Insurance

Family photo

Anytime we hear of a devastating fire two things always come to mind: 1) Is anyone hurt and 2) I hope they had insurance.  When you buy a house, your lender requires insurance so you have no choice.  Unfortunately when you rent, there's usually no one forcing you to get renters insurance and yet it's just as important.  Without insurance you have no guaranteed financial assistance if tragedy strikes your home.

When renting a house or apartment you'll need an insurance policy that covers your personal items.  Your landlord's insurance does not ensure your items.  

Here are some common questions that come up when discussing why tenants should have rental insurance:

  • Are you required by law to have renters insurance?
  • What does renters insurance cover?
  • Is it worth it to have renters insurance?
  • Are there any additional things I should check on when looking for renters insurance?

Are you required by law to have renters insurance?

No, you are not required by law to have it.  However, it might be written in your lease that it's required.

What does Rental Insurance cover?

A standard rental policy can protect you from:

  • Fire
  • Smoke from Fire
  • Theft
  • Damage caused by Vehicles or Aircraft
  • Riot or Civil Fights
  • Vandalism
  • Wind or Hail
  • Volcano

Earthquakes and Flood require usually a separate policy but also worth looking into getting.

Another thing that Rental Insurance covers is a liability.  If someone is injured in your place, they could sue you.  It's important to have liability coverage.

Did you know that if you accidentally set the home on fire that the landlord's insurance could sue you? A rental insurance policy can protect you.  

Is it worth it to have Renters Insurance?

If you left today to go to work and found out while you were out that your place had burned to the ground and nothing was left, would you wish at that time that you had insurance to replace your items?  Would you wish at that time you had insurance that would help you pay for temporary housing while you got back on your feet?  Renters Insurance typically costs only a few hundred dollars a year. 

Are there any additional things I should check on when looking for renters insurance?

Check your policy or ask your insurance agent for details on what "other covered losses" you may be protected from.  You might be surprised and find that your personal belongings are covered when traveling.  It may also cover additional living expenses if your home becomes unlivable; such as temporary housing, and food.  

Tim Moore at State Farm Insurance 910-686-1272 and Ellen Parrish 910-392-5040 can help you with an estimate for insurance and any further questions you have.

 

We Can Help!

Are you looking for the best real estate agency in Wilmington, NC? When choosing a real estate agent, be sure to go with someone who has the expert knowledge of listing and selling property.  The Regina Drury Real Estate Group has that and more.  We are a Full-Time real estate company in Wilmington, NC; our crew can provide you with all of our expert knowledge and focus on maintaining a high degree of customer service that will leave a lasting impression.  Contact us today to talk more about your Wilmington, NC Real Estate needs. 

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Regina Drury

Jan. 2, 2018

13938 Ashton Road, Rocky Point, NC 28457 | House Tour | Homes for Sale in Rocky Point NC | 100094503

Affordable House for Sale Rocky Point NC

13938 Ashton Road is a cute bungalow style home in Rocky Point NC being sold at a price that can't be beaten. 

To view all the details of this property including more photos and information, click here.

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What are the features of 13938 Ashton Road, Rocky Point, NC 28457?

  • 2 bedrooms 1 bathroom

  • Hardwood floors throughout

  • Large backyard

  • New Front Porch Area

  • Natural lighting throughout home 

2 bedrooms 1 bathroom in Rocky Point NC

This cute bungalow-style home would be perfect for a first-time home buyer. 

Large, open living room space

This living room space can either be used only as living room area or the open space can be used for a dining area as well. 

Hardwood Floors Throughout Home

Not only are their hardwood floors in the living room, there are hardwood floors throughout the home, including in the bedrooms. Check out this bedroom with all that beautiful lighting through the two large windows! 

 

Newly Remodeled Kitchen

This kitchen has been newly remodeled. The windows are a wonderful addition, allowing all the sunlight to come in and making it a nicely well-lit area.  

New Front Porch Area

This rebuilt front porch could easily turn into a well-spent afternoon outside on rocking chairs or outside seating.  

2 bedroom

1 bathroom

Bungalow style home

Hardwood floors

Solid wood doors

Laundry room 

New roof

New Front porch

New HVAC

Plenty of Natural light

Open backyard

Private area

Close to Wilmington

 

Schedule a Private Showing tour of 13938 Ashton Road, Rocky Point, NC 28457 - Contact Regina Drury 910-232-4919

To search more Homes for Sale in Rocky Point, NC 28457, here's an easy link:

https://www.reginadrury.com/rocky-point

For market reports for the surrounding areas, click here:

https://www.reginadrury.com/market-report

Wondering what your home could sell for?  Here's a link to a Free Instant Home Value Report:

http://nchousevalue.com/

 

 

13938 Ashton Road, Rocky Point, NC 28457 | 100094503

 

https://www.reginadrury.com/property/100094503/

 

 

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100% Financing Available

Are you thinking about buying a house but don't have much money for a down payment.  If you have good credit we may have great news for you that you might need as little as $500 to buy a house!  Here's a great link to more information about our USDA Loan in the area and the 100% finance options.

How do I find out if I qualify for a loan?

It's possible that you might be declined by a lender and then find out from another lender that there was an option for you.  It's important to talk to an experienced lender when discussing your options.  If you don't have one, we can help.  

Contact Us

We're Here to Help!

When choosing an agent be sure to go with an agent who has the expert knowledge of listing and selling property.  The Regina Drury Real Estate Group has that and more.  We are a Full-Time crew.  We will provide you with all of our expert knowledge and focus on maintaining a high degree of customer service that will leave a lasting impression.  Contact us today to talk more about your Real Estate needs.

Regina Drury

Posted in House Tours
Jan. 2, 2018

New Year's Resolutions for 2018

Happy New Year! 

It's 2018! And it's that time. You know what time we are talking about. When each new year comes, it is common for people tend to ask:

What are your New Year's Resolutions? 

Maybe you have goals like Ross from Friends and you just want to be happy for the year of 2018, no matter what. Or to do one thing you have never done before. 

Maybe you need more of a solid idea than just that though. There are a lot of different goals that people set, but we have compiled a list of 5 goals along with places in Wilmington or handy mobile apps where you can potentially mark on your list in the new year to make it easier for you to accomplish all the resolutions that you make for yourself. It's a new year after all and here at Regina Drury Real Estate Group, we are always looking out for you!

1. Get fit 

Maybe you haven't been too motivated this year to get into that fitness routine that you've been keeping your eye on. You've searched for workouts on Pinterest, you've tried to workout with your friends, you've gone on sporadic runs.  You've even looked into different gyms and priced out memberships, but nothing has truly stood out to you. Aside from looking at one of our housing communities that offers a free gym to its residents, might we suggest looking into a new gym that's opened up in town? 

Check out Orange Theory Fitness is a franchise that offers one-hour group fitness classes that are designed as a personal training workout. In these classes, you train in endurance, strength, and/or power.

There are two locations in Wilmington:

Mayfaire:
6800 Parker Farm Drive Suite 120
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 660-0933

South Wilmington / Wilmington, NC COMING SOON 
1412 Barclay Pointe Blvd.
Wilmington, NC 28412
(910) 550-2009

Learn more by clicking here


2. Eat healthier

It is no easy task to start a diet and follow through with your goals for eating healthy. Focusing on a diet, meal prepping, and not eating fast food all take a lot of work and motivation.  And in today's busy world, we are constantly running from place to place to take care of the next errand, making sticking to that diet even harder. Want to meal prep, but don't have the time? 

Wilmington actually is home to a clean-eating franchised restaurant in town called CleanEatz that not only provides a regular restaurant-like ordering process, but they additionally offer meal plan packages. For people who don't have time to prep for themselves, this service is beneficial to the max. Offering a range of plans from 5 meals to even 21 meals, they can make meal prepping a piece of cake...without the cake, of course. 

There are two locations in Wilmington:

Clean Eatz - Racine Dr.
203 Racine Dr.
Wilmington, NC
(910) 452-3733

Clean Eatz - Monkey Junction
5916 Carolina Beach Rd. Suite 150
Wilmington, NC
(910) 769-9596

3. Meet new people 

It's not an easy task putting yourself out there and making new friends, so normally we tend to stay in the circles that we are comfortable with. Usually, these circles stem from your job, the gym you go to, or maybe even church activities. But perhaps you are looking for something more and for options to extend your networking reach, or even just for new friends to hang out with.

Wilmington is known for its welcoming atmosphere, but did you know that we also have quite a few options for meeting new people besides the common way of doing so?

Port City Young Professionals

For instance, there is a networking group in town called Port City Young Professionals. It is the only group in town dedicated to connecting young professionals in the Wilmington area. This group was founded in 2009 by a woman named Jenna Curry and now extends to over 200 founding partners. This group has monthly networking events on the third Wednesday of every month, an average attendance at these events of over 150, and they also do service work for the community. 

For more information or to get in contact with how to become a member of this networking group, click here. 

 

4. Budget your money better

Budgeting your money falls along the same lines and process as working out and eating healthier. You have to keep track of what you are spending, stay dedicated to what your budget is, etc. Unfortunately, life happens often and expenses come up that we don't usually plan for. The best budget app is one that will help you plan for even life's unexpected happenings.

GottaBeMobile created a list of 14 best budget apps for 2017.

The Mint Budgeting App happened to be #1 on their list. Why is that? Two things: Hassle-free and FREE free. By connecting the app to your bank, you can get help with personalizing a budget, keep track of spending, get updates on your credit score, and they can even help identify when there are security issues on your account. 

Maybe you're trying to get your finances in order so that you can look into buying a new home. Did you know that if you qualify, you can purchase a new home with no money down? If you are looking into buying a new home, but don't want to have to worry about a steep down payment, check out more information here. It's definitely possible to do so, and we have the top real estate agents in Wilmington, NC to help you. 

If you are looking for advice and are needing more direction for getting a handle on your finances this year, we recommend checking out Dave Ramsey. Dave Ramsey is a well-known name when it comes to eliminating debt and creating more financial peace for yourself and your family. Click here for a link to his website for more information. 

 

5. Give back to the community

If you are wanting to start this new year out differently, consider volunteering your time to help those in need. Volunteering in your community is not only a great way to give back but it's also a great way to continue on your search to meet new people--whether it's fellow volunteers or anybody you come in contact with during your service along the way. 

There are many volunteer opportunities in Wilmington, but one of the more established programs is with Cape Fear Volunteer Center. Perhaps their biggest initiative is the Big Buddy Program, which is a one-on-one mentoring program that matches at-risk youth (ages 5-16) in New Hanover, Brunswick, and Pender counties with an adult mentor, aka a "buddy." These kids could be placed in this program due to various reasons, whether it be poor academic performance or involvement in the juvenile justice system. 

Other than the Big Buddy program, CFVC does community outreach, has a food donation initiative, and offers other programs for various types of needs in the community. 

For more information on getting involved with Cape Fear Volunteer Center, click here.  

Bonus Resolution: Do something that scares you

It is never easy to step out of your comfort zone, but sometimes we have to take risks, even if they scare us! Maybe you are wanting to plant some roots and buy a new home in Wilmington for 2018. Fortunately, you have top agents in Wilmington who can help you with taking that next step. At Regina Drury Real Estate Group, we are committed to helping you with all of your real estate needs. Take a risk and reach out to us. ;) 

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Regina Drury

Dec. 31, 2017

Happy New Years Eve!

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Happy New Years Eve from US to YOU! We are so fortunate to have been able to serve the Wilmington and surrounding areas for the past year as Regina Drury Real Estate Group. This would not be possible without our past, present, and future clients who believe in our mission and choose us to help them meet their real estate needs, whether it be for buying your new home or selling your property. People like you are the ones who keep us going and keep us dedicated to helping you find the perfect home for you and your family. We take pride in the work that we do and we have nothing but gratitude for this past year and all that we have accomplished. As you go through your evening and welcome in the new year of 2018, please be safe and have fun! We will see you in 2018. ;) 

 

Have you seen this video by Zooey Deschanel and Joseph Gordon-Levitt? We love it. Take a peek and listen to their heavenly voices.

 

 

 

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Posted in Yep - We Did That
Dec. 29, 2017

405 Porters Neck Rd. [Land]

Three Lots For Sale In Porters Neck Wilmington, NC

405 Porters Neck Road Wilmington, NC

POrters Neck Lots

If you have lived in Southeast North Carolina for the past 10 years you have noticed that this town is running out of land for sale in Wilmington NC. 

On Porters Neck Road we have for sale a lot that is being subdivided into 3 lots.  405 Porters Neck Rd is an over 1-acre lot that will be subdivided into 3 lots approximately .40 acre each.    

Subdividing them will give each lot at least 80' of road frontage on Porters Neck Road.  

We are also looking at house plans that would be a great fit for the area that can be offered for sale as a house/lot package.  We will post that information soon.

These lots can be sold as individual lots, or as a house and lot package, or buy all the lots and build your custom estate on it.

Porters Neck area in Wilmington NC is a growing area with lots of shopping, restaurants, medical facilities, and shopping nearby.  Plus it's about only 20 minutes to Wrightsville Beach and Mayfaire area.

Regina Drury Real Estate Group specializes in the Porters Neck area and would love to help you.  If we can answer any questions, please let us know.  Regina Drury can be reached at 910-239-1396 or Regina@ReginaDrury.com or click the contact button and we'll contact you.

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Dec. 29, 2017

Waterfront Homes | Regina Drury Real Estate Group

How Much Does it Cost to Buy a Waterfront Home?

A Place by the Beach Wilmington NC is what most visitors would tell you is on their bucket list.  When you think of buying a waterfront home do you automatically assume that it's going to cost millions of dollars?  Do you think the only way you'll see the crashing of ocean waves from your back porch is if you win the lotto?  What if you knew that you could buy a waterfront home in the Wilmington NC area for under $500,000? There are even some waterfront homes for sale for under $250,000. What a steal!

Beach House

Can I Buy a Waterfront House for under $500,000?

Yes, you still can find a few areas that will give you that oceanfront view and not break your bank account!  Here's a link to Wilmington NC Waterfront Homes for Sale for under $500,000 click here.  This link will show you all the Oceanfront homes for Sale up to $500,000 in Southeast NC, including Waterfront Homes for Sale in Wilmington, Waterfront Homes for Sale at Wrightsville Beach, Waterfront Homes for Sale at Carolina Beach, Waterfront Homes for Sale in Oak Island, Waterfront Homes for Sale in Surf City, and Waterfront Homes for Sale in North Topsail Beach.

Compare Living at the Beach to Visiting the Beach

Would you prefer loading up your car with your cooler, the kids' toys, the beach chairs and umbrellas, and driving across town to search for a parking spot, or how about strolling out your back door holding nothing but your loved one's hand and a cold drink as you stroll down the beach?  I think it's easy to say there's no comparison.  Homes with ocean views and beach access are what some people dream about all their life.  Why not put owning a Waterfront Home on the top of your to-do list right now?  For less than $500,000 you can have it.  

Loan Options for Buying Wilmington NC Waterfront Real Estate

Waterfront Homes Wilmington NC can be more affordable than you think. There are low down payment options. We can help you with finding a lender that best suits your needs.  

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We're Here to Help!

Are you looking for the best real estate agency in Wilmington, NC? When choosing a real estate agent, be sure to go with someone who has the expert knowledge of listing and selling waterfront property.  The Regina Drury Real Estate Group has that and more.  We are a Full-Time real estate company in Wilmington, NC; our crew can provide you with all of our expert knowledge and focus on maintaining a high degree of customer service that will leave a lasting impression.  Contact us today to talk more about your Wilmington, NC Real Estate needs.

Regina Drury

Dec. 29, 2017

2009 Lapham Drive, Leland NC, 28451 House Tour | Homes for Sale in Leland NC | 100094498

Affordable House for Sale Leland NC

2009 Lapham Drive, Leland NC, 28451 is located in the Town of Leland in the Wedgewood community very close to Waterford of the Carolinas. 

To view all the details of this property including more photos and information, click here.

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What are the features of 2009 Lapham Drive, Leland, NC 28451?

  • 3 bedrooms 2.5 bathrooms and 2 Car Garage

  • Hardwood floors in Living Room

  • Master bathroom with separate bathtub and shower

  • Overlooks retention pond

  • 100% Financing Available

 

3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom and a 2 Car Garage

This affordable home for sale in Leland NC with its stonework on the front of the house is beautiful.  3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms with a 2 car garage and located close to the city limits of Leland with dining, shopping all within a short driving distance.

Spacious Living Room with Hardwood Floors

This living room is spacious with hardwood floors. 

Kitchen Equipped with Stainless Steel Appliances

Enjoy this lovely kitchen with stainless steel appliances and joined by a dining area.

Flexible Area for a Home Office or a Play Room

Whether you are looking for a space for your office or a playroom for the kids, walk up the stairs and you will see that this room separates the bedrooms on the second floor of the house.

 

Relax with a view of the water

Enjoy a nice evening with a view of a retention pond in the backyard. 

3 bedroom

2.5 bathroom

2 Car Garage

Stonework on front of house

Overlooks retention pond

Wide staircase with natural light

Stainless steel appliances

Kitchen opens to living room

Hardwood floors in living room

Laundry room

Master bedroom with walk-in closet

Separate bath and shower in master bathroom

Dual sinks in master bathroom

 

Schedule a Private Showing tour of 2009 Lapham Drive, Leland, NC 28451 - Contact Regina Drury 910-232-4919

 

To search more Homes for Sale in Leland NC here's an easy link.

https://www.reginadrury.com/leland/

 

Wondering what your home could sell for?  Here's a link to a Free Instant Home Value Report.

http://nchousevalue.com/

 

2009 Lapham Drive, Leland NC, 28451 House Tour | Homes for Sale in Leland NC | 100094498

https://www.reginadrury.com/property/100094498/

 

   

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100% Financing Available

Are you thinking about buying a house but don't have much money for a down payment.  If you have good credit we may have great news for you that you might need as little as $500 to buy a house!  Here's a great link to more information about our USDA Loan in the area and the 100% finance options.

How do I find out if I qualify for a loan?

It's possible that you might be declined by a lender and then find out from another lender that there was an option for you.  It's important to talk to an experienced lender when discussing your options.  If you don't have one, we can help.  

Contact Us

We're Here to Help!

When choosing an agent be sure to go with an agent who has the expert knowledge of listing and selling property.  The Regina Drury Real Estate Group has that and more.  We are a Full-Time crew.  We will provide you with all of our expert knowledge and focus on maintaining a high degree of customer service that will leave a lasting impression.  Contact us today to talk more about your Real Estate needs.

Regina Drury

Posted in House Tours
Dec. 20, 2017

Family Things to Do Wilmington NC in December

Things to Do for the Family in December

It's December and the kids just got out of school for Christmas. Maybe you are new to the area and you are wondering what you're going to do with all this free time that's just opened up for the whole family (or maybe you are too busy holiday prepping to even think about it). Whatever it is, Wilmington has plenty of events happening in the area and options for things to do (besides just going to the beach for the day) so that you and your kid(s) can have the chance to do something different rather than feeling stuck in the house every day. 

If you're dealing with any of the stress that these moms are, then maybe it's time to have a family outing--even if just for a few hours.

 

Here is a list of some spots that you may or may not have heard about that are located right here in the Wilmington area. These spots are kid-friendly and are perfect for a family outing or even just for one parent and the kids. 

 

1. The Serpentarium

Location:
20 Orange Street
Wilmington, NC 28401

The Serpentarium is a self-guided tour through an exotic reptile facility that features some insane exhibits, including some of the world's rarest and deadliest snacks, crocodiles, alligator snapping turtles, dragons, lizards, and more. The exhibits also have information about them, so not only do you get to view these rare animals, you also get to learn more about them. This location is perfect for the curious reptile lover. 

Hours: 11 am to 5 pm Wednesday-Sunday (the last admission is one hour to closing time)
Price: $9 for the general public; $8 for seniors, educators, and dependents; FREE for active military and children 4 years and under

 2. The Wilmington Railroad Museum

Location:
505 Nutt Street
Wilmington, NC 28401

Does your kid love to play with trains? If so, look no further. Dedicated to preserving the history of the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad and railroading in the United States in general, this museum has a collection of displays, which would prove to be educational for adults and children alike. Once you're done perusing through the displays, there's also a Thomas the Tank Train play area, a life-size caboose, boxcar, 100-year-old steam locomotive, and more.

The Wilmington Railroad museum not only offers just a general tour through the museum, but they also host other museum activities, like story time on the first and third Mondays of the month. 

During the holiday season, the Wilmington Railroad Museum is also offering:

The Christmas Train & Light Spectacular

This event will feature twinkling lights, trains running through a winter wonderland, model train exhibits, a visit from Santa, and cider and cookies.

Time: December 22, 2017, to December 23, 2017 
6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Price: $5.00

The Annual Reading of the Polar Express

This reading will be accompanied by hot chocolate and a visit from Santa, but act quickly because reservations are required:

Time: December 23
4:30 pm and 5:30 pm

Price: $5 a person; under 2 free 

3. Battlehouse Tactical Laser Tag

Location:
1817 Hall Drive
Wilmington, NC 28405

Nothing says fun like laser tag and Battlehouse offers a facility that's perfect for a game of strategy and for, of course, fun. Take laser tag to the next level and play at their 10,000 square foot facility designed to provide you with a unique experience. Be advised: this is more for the older kids. Only certain times are allowed for kids age 7-9. 

Time: Hours vary; closed on Mondays

Price:
$36 - Standard ticket for 1.5 hours of game time
$32.40 - Military/First Responder discounted rate
$26 - Thursdays only student discount rate 

4. Crossfire Indoor Paintball Park

Location:
1413 Castle Hayne Road
Wilmington, NC 28401

The cool thing about this particular facility is that it's the only indoor paintball park in North Carolina, which makes it perfect for a day when the weather is not so nice outside or if it's too humid to even think about playing outside (Wilmington weather is known for being super humid during the summer months after all). Other benefits of this facility include air-conditioning, clean restrooms, stain-free paintballs, and a snack bar. 

Time:
Hours vary; visit their website for more details by clicking here.

Price:
$24.99 for an all-inclusive package; party packages available 

5. Defy Gravity

Location: 
6431 Market St.
Wilmington, NC 28405

Defy Gravity is a trampoline sports park and has all that you can ask for in terms of entertainment in one 23,000 square foot facility. Offering different kinds of specialized nights to cater to certain demographics, Defy Gravity makes it easy for you to figure out what day is best to go and even offers discounts for some nights. For example, KidJump is on Monday-Wednesday and Fridays from 9-10am and is reserved exclusively for kids ages six and under. And guess what? The accompanying adult jumps for free during that time! Other nights are also offered for this particular event facility, so check out their website here for more details. 

Time: Hours vary
Price: Prices vary 

6. Wilmington Ice House

Location:
7201 Ogden Business Lane
Wilmington, NC 28411

We recently did a blog about The Ice House in Wilmington, click here to read it.  Not many people know that Wilmington has its own ice skating rink, having a variety of options for both kids and adults for fun. From figure skating lessons to hockey lessons to public skating times, there are options for whatever preference you have. 

Time: Hours vary depending on daily schedule

Price: 
Public skating price - $7 ages 6 and over, $5 ages 5 and under; skate rental is $3

Visit www.wilmingtonice.com for more information!

7. The Children Museum

Location:
116 Orange St.
Wilmington, NC 24801

Explore your inner child or be a part of your child's experience when you visit the Children's Museum of Wilmington. From art and science to cooking and conservation, this museum focuses on all things education and all things interactive for childrens ages 1-8 and their adult company. This museum is also a playful, hands-on experience for all of its visitors.

Time: Tuesday-Saturday from 9a-5pm and Sundays from 1pm-5pm

Visit www.playwilmington.org for more information!

8. Cape Fear Games

Location:
4107 Oleander Dr
Wilmington, NC 24803

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Did you just move to Wilmington? Are you looking to buy a more permanent home for you and/or your family soon? We have years of experience of living in Wilmington and learning all we can about the area. When choosing an agent you want to be sure to go with an agent who has the expert knowledge of not only listing and selling property, but the area so they can help you choose a location that doesn't just meet your needs but exceeds them. The Regina Drury Real Estate Group has that and more. We are a full-time crew.  We will provide you with all of our expert knowledge and focus on maintaining a high degree of customer service that will leave a lasting impression.  Contact us today to talk more about your Real Estate needs. 

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Regina Drury

Dec. 19, 2017

Listed in Encore Magazine Top 3: Best Real Estate Agency Wilmington NC:

Listed in Encore Magazine Top 3: Best Real Estate Agency Wilmington NC:

Regina Drury Real Estate Group is Best Real Estate Agency in Wilmington NC

Regina Drury

Vibrant, Resourceful, Problem Solver,  Persistent, Winner...All Words used to describe Regina Drury.  Regina was a 5 star, Top Selling, Hall of Fame Real Estate Agent for Century 21 for 11 years before starting her own Real Estate Company in Wilmington NC. 

Regina Drury said, "After years of attending training seminars by the Best Real Estate coaches, and gaining insight from weekly mastermind groups with the top-selling Real Estate Agents in the World, it became clear that it was time to start my own company to implement the tools I learned."  Regina is the Founder, CEO, and continues to be a Top Selling Agent in Wilmington.  

Regina Drury

Regina Drury Real Estate Group was born out of the desire to provide more tailored personal services for their clients. Each member of our group is handpicked for their skills, positive personality, and interest in doing what's best for the customer.  The agency aims to develop modern marketing techniques and technology to better serve Wilmington’s Real Estate needs.  Buyers and Sellers are no longer looking for just an Open House and flyers in front of a house for sale.  They want to live data the moment it comes on the market.  They expect professional photos, virtual walk thru's, and round the clock availability.  Many prefer to chat by Facebook messenger or text rather than over the phone.  Regina Drury had the vision to create a modern company to provide all the services that clients expect today.  

Wow, they must be doing something right because in less than a year the agency has received a few hundred 5 star Reviews and is now nominated Consumer's Pick for Best Real Estate Agency in Wilmington.

When Regina sets her mind on something it's pretty hard to stop her from accomplishing it.  However, when Regina Drury Real Estate Group opened the doors on October 31, 2016, she never dreamed that a year later her company would be nominated for Encore Magazine's Wilmington's Best Real Estate Agency.  Listing Regina Drury Real Estate Group Best Real Estate Agency in Wilmington next to the huge big box Real Estate companies wasn't even thought of possibility for the first-year goal.  We're honored and excited to be nominated!  Thank you for all those who nominated and voted for us!  

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