AJ McGowan - 1st Class Real Estate Coastal Choice

05/28/2026

🏡 Weekend Open House Alert! Explore 2301 Cottagefield LN in Leland—your opportunity to tour one of the area’s most move-in-ready homes.

With a modern open floorplan, new roof, updated flooring, and a kitchen designed for entertaining, this home offers both style and function. The upstairs loft is a perfect bonus space, and the large backyard with a covered patio invites relaxation.

Open House Times:
Friday: 4–6 PM
Saturday: 11 AM–1 PM
Sunday: 12–2 PM

Located in The Willows, minutes from Wilmington, shopping, and dining. Experience the best of Leland living—don’t let this one slip away!

Full details here: https://aj.1stclasscoastalchoice.com/d8r51htx

05/27/2026

Episode 4 of Walk & Talk is live! 🎥

This week we’re talking Memorial Day weekend, open houses, investment properties, pre-construction meetings, and checking out opening night for the Cape Fear Ghost Crabs ⚾

Real life, real estate, and everything in between here in Coastal North Carolina.

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05/21/2026

Episode 3 of Walk & Talk is live! 🎥

This week we’re talking about Christina’s FIRST closing 🎉, a new co-listing in Leland, NC, short-term rental updates, and the craziness of balancing real estate, business, sports, school, and everyday life here in Coastal North Carolina.

Come take a walk with us and see what life really looks like as full-time real estate agents and investors in the Cape Fear region.

Watch here 👇
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05/07/2026

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Episode 2 of our Walk & Talk series is live! 🎥🚶‍♂️🌴

This week we’re out in Carolina Beach talking local real estate, coastal lifestyle, and giving you a closer look at what makes this beach town such a great place to live, visit, and invest in. From the atmosphere to the community, we’re excited to keep showcasing different areas around the Wilmington coast one walk at a time.
Whether you’re thinking about moving to the area, buying a vacation home, investing, or just love the beach lifestyle, this series is for you.

If you have questions about buying, selling, investing, or coastal living in the Wilmington area, reach out anytime — we’d love to connect.

05/06/2026

Buying a home is exciting—but it’s also one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make.

That’s why the home inspection matters.

We sat down with Mike from New Leaf Home Inspections to walk through what really happens during the inspection process, what he’s looking for, and how it protects you as a buyer.

From structural concerns to small issues that could turn into big expenses, this step gives you clarity, confidence, and peace of mind before moving forward.

If you’re thinking about buying, don’t skip this part of the process—it could save you thousands.

Have questions about inspections or the buying process? Reach out anytime—we’d love to help.

05/05/2026

Buying a home in North Carolina? Let’s talk about the Due Diligence Period 👇

This is one of the most important (and most misunderstood) parts of the process. When a buyer goes under contract, they pay a due diligence fee to secure time to fully investigate the property.

During this period, buyers can:
🔍 Schedule inspections
💰 Review repair needs & negotiate
🏦 Finalize financing & appraisal
📄 Review disclosures, HOA docs, and more
🧠 Make sure it’s truly the right fit

The key? The buyer can walk away for any reason or no reason at all during due diligence—but that fee is non-refundable.

It’s all about reducing risk and making a confident decision before closing.

If you’re thinking about buying or selling in the Cape Fear / Coastal Carolina area and want to understand how this impacts you, reach out—I’d love to help.

04/30/2026

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BIG NEWS in Wilmington! 🔥

3501 Kyle CT just had a $20,000 PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Now listed at $535,000 for this stunning, move-in ready 4-bed, 3-bath home in Oxford Place.

Don’t miss your chance—tour this updated beauty at our Open House THIS SATURDAY, 1–3pm! Modern kitchen, shiplap ceilings, a dreamy backyard deck, and an oversized bonus room all await you.

Ready for your coastal lifestyle upgrade?

Full details: https://aj.1stclasscoastalchoice.com/d8rd8z9o

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04/28/2026

🔥 Price just improved on 3501 Kyle CT, Wilmington, NC! Now’s your chance to snag a move-in ready 4 bed, 2.5 bath in the sought-after Oxford Place neighborhood—just minutes from beaches, dining, and shopping!

Enjoy shiplap ceilings, updated kitchen, new LVP flooring, and a massive backyard perfect for summer gatherings. Don’t miss the open house this Saturday, May 2nd, 1–3PM! 🏡✨

Full details: https://aj.1stclasscoastalchoice.com/d8rd7k0r

04/20/2026

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If you’re thinking about buying a home in Wilmington, NC or anywhere in the Cape Fear region, one of the biggest decisions you’ll face is new construction vs...

04/16/2026