Melissa McGhee - Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage

09/28/2026

"Suburban life offers a peaceful sanctuary, where you can enjoy the space to grow, both literally and figuratively." 🏡

09/26/2026

🏡 Thinking about moving? Here’s how to find the home that fits your life! Make a list of must-haves—like number of bedrooms, home office space, or a big backyard. Consider your lifestyle: Do you love to entertain? Need room to grow? Let your priorities guide your search! 📝

09/24/2026

💡✨ Lighting can totally transform your home! Add soft lamps to your living room for cozy vibes, install statement pendants to make your kitchen pop, or use accent lights to highlight artwork and decor. Small changes, big impact! Which idea would you try first? 👇🏡

09/22/2026

Selling your home can feel overwhelming—but avoiding a few common mistakes makes the process much smoother. 🚪✨

Here are 3 big ones to watch out for:
1️⃣ Overpricing – The first impression matters, and pricing too high can turn away potential interest.
2️⃣ Skipping Staging – A clean, well-staged home helps buyers picture themselves living there.
3️⃣ Ignoring Curb Appeal – The outside sets the tone before anyone steps in the door.

Avoid these, and you’ll be set up for a more successful sale! 🙌

What do you think is the hardest part about selling a home?

09/20/2026

Here are a few homebuying myths: 1️⃣ Find the home you want first. 2️⃣ Your down payment must be 20%. 3️⃣ You don’t need a home inspection. Looking for guidance during the homebuying process? Let's talk about it!

09/18/2026

🌟 Finding your dream home is about more than just a house—it’s about finding a place that feels right. Could you imagine yourself in a place like this? 🍂✨

09/16/2026

If you had a vacation lake house, where would you want it to be?

09/14/2026

Looking for a new favorite restaurant? Consider Rooster & The Crow! Has anyone already been there?

Southern in Wilmington, NC

09/12/2026

If you want to add value to your home quickly, focus on the spaces that matter most: the kitchen and bathrooms. ✨

💡 Fresh paint, modern fixtures, and updated hardware can make these rooms feel brand new without a full renovation.
💡 Even small upgrades — like swapping outdated lighting, adding a stylish backsplash, or refreshing cabinet doors — can dramatically increase appeal.
💡 Pair those updates with simple curb appeal improvements (fresh mulch, a bold front door color, clean landscaping), and you’ve got a winning combo.

These changes are cost-effective, quick to complete, and can make a major impact on resale value. Would you update the kitchen first, or the bathroom?

09/10/2026

Today’s backsplashes are essential kitchen accents, adding vibrant pops of color, light and texture — in addition to protecting walls from inevitable kitchen messes. If your kitchen needs a face-lift, here are five dynamic backsplash ideas to provide a finishing touch.

Backsplashes have come a long way from their humble beginnings. Once installed only to protect walls from water, grease and food splatter, the original backsplashes were just four inches high and had little decorative appeal. Today’s backsplashes are essential kitchen accents, adding vibrant pops....