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Final Phase of Kingfish Bay Offers Rare Opportunity for Luxury Waterfront
Living Near Sunset Beach (CALABASH, NC) April 23, 2025 — Discerning homebuyers seeking luxury waterfront living along North Carolinaâs pristine coast now have a rare opportunity to own in the final phase of Kingfish Bay, a 60-acre private gated community offering premier coastal lifestyle amenities and the ability to design a truly custom retreat. Located…
Read MoreThe Forecast Calls for Change: Trade Snow for Sunshine with Ideal-LIVING
Ah, the Northeast in January. A season where the Polar Vortex becomes an unwelcome guest, and your local meteorologist delivers forecasts that sound more like horror movie trailers. âDeep Freezeâ and âArctic Blastââstraight out of Siberia, no less. Itâs enough to make anyone reconsider their commitment to four seasons, particularly the frosty one. If youâve…
Read MoreYour Forever Home Awaits: Real Estate Shows Are Changing the Game
Necessity, as they say, is the mother of invention. Whoever they are, they were absolutely right. Think about it: necessity gave us Walmart in 1962, when Sam Walton decided the world needed a one-stop shop for everything at unbeatable prices. Decades later, Jeff Bezos saw a new kind of necessityâthe ability to shop anytime, anywhereâand…
Read MoreDiscover America’s Most Magical Christmas Towns: A Whimsical Journey into Holiday Enchantment
So, why not make this year unforgettable by visiting one of America’s most magical Christmas towns? Not only will you fill your cup (both figuratively and with hot cocoa or mulled wine), but you’ll also snag those perfect gifts and create memories worthy of Santa’s scrapbook. Let’s hop aboard our sleigh and whisk you to the first stop:…
Read MoreThe World Awaits: Your Next Chapter with Ideal-LIVING
“Life is a story, and where you choose to live is the setting that shapes every chapter-let ideal-LIVING help you find the perfect backdrop for your next adventure.” As the 2030s approach, we find ourselves on the edge of an era that once lived only in the imaginations of dreamers and futurists. A time when…
Read MoreBlazing the Path Forward: Ideal-LIVING’s Vision for Tomorrowâs Adventure Seekers
Thirty-five years gone in the blink of an eyeâhow did ideal-LIVING grow from a small-town start in Wilmington, NC to becoming the nation’s largest real estate show, and some even say, a global sensation? With such a humble beginning now flourishing into an international success, we’re celebrating by sitting down with our founder, Michael Hackeling.…
Read MoreYour Ideal Adventure Awaits: Lighthouse Hopping on the Carolina Coast
Buckle up for this amazing adventure as we head to furthest East point of the USA. If youâre the type who loves a bit of history, a whole lot of scenic views, and some lip-smackin’ seafood served up with Southern charm, then you have found the right blog! Itâs time for a lighthouse-hopping journey down…
Read MoreAmericans are on the Move
According to the latest official annual estimates and major moving company reports for 2022, more Americans are retiring or relocating to Southern states and mid-sized cities. Those trends seem likely to continue in 2023 and beyond.
Read MoreA Culinary Journey
Do yourself a solid and grab a snack because we’re about to embark on a tantalizing journey through a world of epicurean delights. Below, we cover everything from ambitious barbecue joints to progressive brewpubs to stellar seafood. Prepare to be captivated as we unveil the pinnacle of dining experiencesâAKA the crème de la crèmeâacross six…
Read MoreVirginia – What to See in â23
Historic Sites in VIRGINIA If youâre looking for a road trip theme this spring, you wonât find a better one than discovering the historic sites in Virginia. From the Chesapeake Bay to the Blue Ridge Mountains, the state of Virginia is filled with delightful and moving places that honor some of Americaâs most important locations…
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