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The holidays are here, and that means it’s time to get started on that shopping list! It doesn’t matter whether you’re in charge of buying gifts for the whole family or if you only have a few people on your list because, chances are, you’re going to feel the pressure

Veteran’s Day is nearly here. It’s a time for reflecting and remembering all of the men and women who have served our country and given their all to protect our freedom. If you know a veteran, and chances are you do, you know what a sacrifice serving in any branch

If you own a rental property, chances are you’ve considered listing it on Airbnb, VRBO, or both. While both of these sites can be a great way to find short-term renters and earn a little bit of cash on the side, listing your home with these businesses is a little

There’s nothing quite like a grandparent. There’s nobody who will spoil you more, judge you less, or just be there for you when you need it most. Grandparents’ Day is fast approaching, which means now is the time to figure out the perfect gift for the patriarchs and/or matriarchs in

Here in southeastern North Carolina, we’re close to several military bases. In Havelock, NC, Bowden & Carr is just down the road from Camp Lejeune and Cherry Point, two of the country’s premiere bases for training and launching Marines and Sailors. With such a close proximity to the bases, we

There are few things more exciting than purchasing a new home. After months of seeing listings, or even longer spent building a new house, the feeling of moving into your new forever home for the first time is simply one that cannot be beaten. But just because move-in day is

Father’s Day is right around the corner, which means it’s time to begin the hunt for the perfect gift for Dad. While every Dad can enjoy a nice dinner out, a day with the family, or a gift card, we think we have a few gift ideas that are just

Mother’s Day is nearly here, and you know what that means! It’s time to go all out to show the moms and mother figures in your life just how much you appreciate them. While flowers and candy are certainly foolproof Mother’s Day gift ideas, this year, consider trying something new

So you’ve just bought a vacation home. Now what? One of the first hurdles people face when they purchase a beach home is figuring out how to redesign it to their liking. Whether there’s furniture leftover from the previous owner, or you’re starting fresh with an empty space, it can

We’ve made it to the end of yet another chilly North Carolina winter and have arrived at one of the most exciting parts of the year – Spring! Though there’s never a bad time to redecorate your home, spring is the time of year when all of the furniture industry’s