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    Outer Banks Real Estate Market Update – July 2025 Recap

    By Brandi Ward | September 4, 2025

    The Outer Banks real estate market is shifting back toward balance. July 2025 data shows steady sales, rising inventory, and longer days on market, giving buyers more options and reminding sellers that pricing strategy is key. Here’s what’s happening across OBX towns and what it means for you. Read More

    January 2024 Outer Banks Real Estate Market Overview

    By Brandi Ward | February 15, 2024

    Greetings from the picturesque Outer Banks of North Carolina! John Head here, part of the Colony Realty Sales Team, bringing you the much-anticipated January 2024 Market Statistical Report published by our esteemed Outer Banks Association of REALTORS. As we step into the new year, let's unravel the numbers and gain insights into the evolving real estate landscape. Read More

    Outer Banks Real Estate: A Year in Review and Outlook for 2024

    By Brandi Ward | January 19, 2024

    The year started with a slowdown in the market from the first quarter, and the fall season, historically a time of increased business, did not follow the usual trend. Typically, 30 to 50% of business is done during the fall as rentals end, making properties easier to show, and people prepare for a new season. However, 2023 deviated from this pattern. Read More

    Market Update November 17th, 2023

    By Brandi Ward | November 17, 2023

    Video from John – Market Update – March 15th, 2023 Current Real Estate Market Update: Outer Banks and National Trends John Head, VP of Sales & Marketing, REALTOR®/Broker Greetings from the Outer Banks! This is John Head, and today I want to provide you with a comprehensive market update. In response to the ongoing discussions... Read More

    Sales Team Agents Awarded for an Outstanding 2022

    By Brandi Ward | February 14, 2023

    Sales Team Agents Awarded for an Outstanding 2022 Brandi Ward, Sales Team Manager, Colony Realty Sales Team – February 14, 2023 Last week we had an awards luncheon to celebrate our Sales Team on an outstanding 2022. Sylvia Mattingly, was awarded a crystal trophy as 2022 Top Producing Sales Team Agent. Sylvia has received this... Read More

    Welcome Bonnie To The Team

    By Brandi Ward | February 6, 2023

    With deep roots in our community and a rich family heritage in the Outer Banks, she is ready to share her knowledge and experience with you as you explore the beautiful Outer Banks and all it has to offer. Read More

    Welcome Belinda L. Thomas To The Team

    By Brandi Ward | January 30, 2023

    Welcome Belinda L. Thomas To The Team Brandi Ward, Sales Team Manager – February 6th, 2023 It’s our pleasure to welcome Belinda L. Thomas to Colony Realty as a Sales Team Agent. For the past 30 years Belinda has resided on Hatteras Island. She’s either lived or worked in ALL of the very distinctive villages... Read More

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