Kim Hook Group at Remax Coastal

09/16/2026

TODAY'S LEAD STORY
Seller Impersonation Fraud Attempts Have More Than Doubled, Title Industry Survey Finds
Seller impersonation fraud is spreading beyond vacant land and becoming more sophisticated. In ALTA’s 2026 survey, 59% of responding title firms said they experienced at least one attempt during 2025, up from 28% in the association’s prior study. Spoofed communications and manipulated voice or image technology are making independent identity verification increasingly important.

09/14/2026

Free Private Well Water Testing Available for Delawareans
09/14/2026 8:40 AM EDT

Delawareans who rely on private wells for their drinking water can request free testing for PFAS and a range of other contaminants through a statewide program offered by DNREC and DHSS.

08/27/2026

My morning read:
EAST COAST MARGARITAVILLE
Your parents might be in Delaware
Illustration of a vintage piece of luggage covered in stickers related to Delaware.
Nick Iluzada
If your parents are introducing more Tommy Bahama into their wardrobe, they may not be thinking of heading south. They are probably going east. As traditional 65+ havens like Arizona and Florida get more expensive, Delaware is catching the eye of many retirees. Delaware’s 65+ crowd has grown more than any other state since 2020, jumping 23%.

It’s not just the miles of sandy beaches attracting Baby Boomers—Delaware is financially attractive because it has no state taxes on social security or a sales tax. Property taxes are also among the lowest in the country, especially compared to neighboring east coast states.

But the rapid growth in areas like the oceanside Sussex County—which has gained more than 40,000 people since 2020—has stretched resources in the once quiet area thin, straining the supply of labor, housing, and healthcare. The traffic can be bad thanks to outdated road systems, doctors appointments take forever to make, and there isn’t enough housing, residents told Bloomberg.

On the plus side, at least 100 new restaurants have opened in the county in the last six years, so there are plenty of dinner options.

Looking ahead…Some businesses are attempting to court younger workers from outside of the region, especially since the number of Sussex County residents aged 80+ is expected to double by 2040, according to Delaware Population Consortium projections.—MM

08/25/2026

https://38310WalnutLn.com/

6 beds, 8 baths, 4,555 square feet, 10099sqft,

07/22/2026

Kasey - nice review!

First of all, I would like to say this process has been very comfortable. I
expected some uncomfortable conversations and maybe hard sell attitude. Not
the case! Thank you. Kasey was a joy to work with. She really listened. She
asked questions that not only showed she was listening , but also helped me
evaluate what I really wanted and why different things were important to me.
Her pleasant manor made it easy for us to look deeper into the properties.
I would highly recommend Kasey to anyone looking in the area.
Thank you, Antonette

07/15/2026

: Jul 14
land.use.pause.07-14-26
PDF - 217 KB Georgetown, Del., July 14, 2026: Sussex County will forgo public hearings on two land use applications before planning officials this week, in the wake of legislative action that has left
in question the process of development approvals and local control. County officials on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, announced that two applications for cluster subdivisions that were slated to go before the Planning & Zoning Commission on Wednesday, July 15, could now appear to be approved by-right and, thus, not require public hearings, following the adoption of Senate Bill 23 by the Delaware General Assembly. Gov. Matt Meyer signed the bill into law earlier this week. That bill makes changes to the land use process, including the removal of public hearings and public testimony in some instances, in order to
expedite development projects to boost the state's housing inventory. *This year's General Assembly session has brought about serious, fundamental concems about the nature of govemment and local authority here in Delaware," Council President Douglas B. Hudson said. With the implementation of SB23, the State has pped away the public hearing process for certain types of residential applications, including major subdivisions, not just affordable housing developments. There are numerous questions about how we, and
all local govemments, are to proceed when it comes to the land use development process." *With that in mind, we believe the prudent thing to do is to pause public hearings for major subdivision applications, so that County staff and our legal team can develop a new process
that is in compliance with State law," Mr. Hudson said
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07/13/2026

Hello Kim,

Congratulations on Kim Hook Group being named to the 2026 RealTrends Verified City Rankings in the city of Bethany Beach!

Your team’s 2025 production places you among the top producers in your market. That’s an extraordinary achievement.

This recognition provides a great opportunity to showcase the value your team delivers – and highlight why your community trusts you to guide them through their biggest moves. Share the news proudly, celebrate the win and let it strengthen your personal brand. REMAX is proud to celebrate with you.

06/05/2026

06/04/2026

Previous owner had a cat.

05/18/2026