Port City Living Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/port-city-livingnc Port City Living is where we talk about what life in the Wilmington, North Carolina area is really like. I’m Billy Corbett—a local lifer and real estate agent—and each episode covers the good, the messy, the overpriced, the hidden gems, and the honest reality behind buying and selling in coastal NC. No fluff. Just the real story. © 2026 Billy Corbett 3093b638-1780-56b8-94ec-89767665eb1f yes en Thu, 04 Jun 2026 06:00:18 -0400 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 06:03:11 -0400 https://img.transistorcdn.com/3gnodVJpdU8aWL3_oKiOWmH0hLPRehjXoJPjrEypPtU/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS80YTc1/MmI5MDFjMDE3OTU3/MTJlYzgyODM4MmIy/NDUxOS5wbmc.jpg Port City Living episodic Billy Corbett Port City Living is where we talk about what life in the Wilmington, North Carolina area is really like. I’m Billy Corbett—a local lifer and real estate agent—and each episode covers the good, the messy, the overpriced, the hidden gems, and the honest reality behind buying and selling in coastal NC. No fluff. Just the real story. Port City Living is where we talk about what life in the Wilmington, North Carolina area is really like. wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina Billy Corbett portcitylivingnc@gmail.com No No The Lake 8 8 The Lake full 5881cb54-322b-4c5b-a4e6-b68af8f28a7c https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/the-lake There's a place in Wilmington you've almost certainly walked, jogged, or paddled around — and most people have no idea what they're really standing on.

Before it became one of the most beloved green spaces in the city, it was a rice plantation worked by enslaved people. Over the years it's been a millpond, an amusement park, a small-town zoo, and the backdrop for one very wild night involving a runaway circus elephant. And that scenic five-mile road you love so much? It was built by men in chains during the Great Depression.

In this episode, I dig into the layered, unfiltered history of Greenfield Lake — the beauty of it and the weight of it — and why this old millpond just might be the reason Wilmington still has a soul.

]]> There's a place in Wilmington you've almost certainly walked, jogged, or paddled around — and most people have no idea what they're really standing on.

Before it became one of the most beloved green spaces in the city, it was a rice plantation worked by enslaved people. Over the years it's been a millpond, an amusement park, a small-town zoo, and the backdrop for one very wild night involving a runaway circus elephant. And that scenic five-mile road you love so much? It was built by men in chains during the Great Depression.

In this episode, I dig into the layered, unfiltered history of Greenfield Lake — the beauty of it and the weight of it — and why this old millpond just might be the reason Wilmington still has a soul.

]]> Thu, 04 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 Billy Corbett Billy Corbett 825 There's a place in Wilmington you've almost certainly walked, jogged, or paddled around — and most people have no idea what they're really standing on.

Before it became one of the most beloved green spaces in the city, it was a rice plantation worked by enslaved people. Over the years it's been a millpond, an amusement park, a small-town zoo, and the backdrop for one very wild night involving a runaway circus elephant. And that scenic five-mile road you love so much? It was built by men in chains during the Great Depression.

In this episode, I dig into the layered, unfiltered history of Greenfield Lake — the beauty of it and the weight of it — and why this old millpond just might be the reason Wilmington still has a soul.

]]> greenfield lake, wilmington nc, topsy, dr samuel green, port city living No Gas Stations Everywhere - WTF Wilmington? 7 7 Gas Stations Everywhere - WTF Wilmington? full 1571d4cb-95ff-46c0-9e7c-b77f9a802716 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/gas-stations-everywhere-wtf-wilmington It started with a mediocre hotdog at a brand new Sheetz and a gas station literally across the street — and it got me thinking. Wilmington already has well over 130 gas stations across New Hanover County alone, from the big national chains to the mom and pop stores that have been part of this community for decades. And yet somehow, more keep coming. In this episode I dig into exactly what is being built right now across this city, why our explosive population growth has made us a prime target for billion dollar convenience store chains, the surprising truth about how little money these companies actually make on gas, why prices differ from one station to the next and whether that should change, what happens to the little guy when corporate money moves in, and the unexpected reason why electric vehicles are actually accelerating the gas station boom rather than slowing it down. 

Check out my youtube channel and other fun stuff here:  https://linktr.ee/portcitylivingnc

]]> It started with a mediocre hotdog at a brand new Sheetz and a gas station literally across the street — and it got me thinking. Wilmington already has well over 130 gas stations across New Hanover County alone, from the big national chains to the mom and pop stores that have been part of this community for decades. And yet somehow, more keep coming. In this episode I dig into exactly what is being built right now across this city, why our explosive population growth has made us a prime target for billion dollar convenience store chains, the surprising truth about how little money these companies actually make on gas, why prices differ from one station to the next and whether that should change, what happens to the little guy when corporate money moves in, and the unexpected reason why electric vehicles are actually accelerating the gas station boom rather than slowing it down. 

Check out my youtube channel and other fun stuff here:  https://linktr.ee/portcitylivingnc

]]> Thu, 21 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400 Billy Corbett Billy Corbett 758 It started with a mediocre hotdog at a brand new Sheetz and a gas station literally across the street — and it got me thinking. Wilmington already has well over 130 gas stations across New Hanover County alone, from the big national chains to the mom and pop stores that have been part of this community for decades. And yet somehow, more keep coming. In this episode I dig into exactly what is being built right now across this city, why our explosive population growth has made us a prime target for billion dollar convenience store chains, the surprising truth about how little money these companies actually make on gas, why prices differ from one station to the next and whether that should change, what happens to the little guy when corporate money moves in, and the unexpected reason why electric vehicles are actually accelerating the gas station boom rather than slowing it down. 

Check out my youtube channel and other fun stuff here:  https://linktr.ee/portcitylivingnc

]]> wilmington nc, gas stations, gas prices, ev, charging stations, fuel, wilmington nc population growth No The Art Scene 6 6 The Art Scene full 39e8b1b7-63a3-4e62-bcca-4dc93aa74d01 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/the-art-scene  Wilmington has always had a creative soul — and in this episode I take you inside a thriving art scene that most people don't even know exists in their own backyard. I'll show you where to find it, why it matters, and make a passionate case for why supporting local artists is more important than ever as this city continues to grow and change. 
https://cameronartmuseum.org/
https://www.artswilmington.org/
https://www.instagram.com/acmeartstudios/
https://www.theartworks.co/

Find my youtube channel and other fun things here:   https://linktr.ee/portcitylivingnc

]]>  Wilmington has always had a creative soul — and in this episode I take you inside a thriving art scene that most people don't even know exists in their own backyard. I'll show you where to find it, why it matters, and make a passionate case for why supporting local artists is more important than ever as this city continues to grow and change. 
https://cameronartmuseum.org/
https://www.artswilmington.org/
https://www.instagram.com/acmeartstudios/
https://www.theartworks.co/

Find my youtube channel and other fun things here:   https://linktr.ee/portcitylivingnc

]]> Thu, 07 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400 Billy Corbett Billy Corbett 651  Wilmington has always had a creative soul — and in this episode I take you inside a thriving art scene that most people don't even know exists in their own backyard. I'll show you where to find it, why it matters, and make a passionate case for why supporting local artists is more important than ever as this city continues to grow and change. 
https://cameronartmuseum.org/
https://www.artswilmington.org/
https://www.instagram.com/acmeartstudios/
https://www.theartworks.co/

Find my youtube channel and other fun things here:   https://linktr.ee/portcitylivingnc

]]> wilmington nc, wilmington nc arts, wilmington nc arts council, rhonda bellamy, fourth friday gallery walk, art, cameron art musem, minnie evans No An American Story: Minnie Evans 5 5 An American Story: Minnie Evans full d3a977f5-400f-435f-8058-7530c7bfdd8f https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/an-american-story-minnie-evans Born in 1892 with visions she couldn't explain, Minnie Evans spent decades as a gatekeeper at Airlie Gardens in Wilmington, North Carolina — painting dreams on scraps of paper and discarded window shades. Her work eventually captured the attention of the entire art world. Today her paintings hang in some of the most prestigious museums in the country. This is the story of one of Wilmington's most extraordinary souls — and why her legacy still matters. 
https://high.org/exhibition/minnie-evans/
https://airliegardens.org/

https://linktr.ee/portcitylivingnc

]]> Born in 1892 with visions she couldn't explain, Minnie Evans spent decades as a gatekeeper at Airlie Gardens in Wilmington, North Carolina — painting dreams on scraps of paper and discarded window shades. Her work eventually captured the attention of the entire art world. Today her paintings hang in some of the most prestigious museums in the country. This is the story of one of Wilmington's most extraordinary souls — and why her legacy still matters. 
https://high.org/exhibition/minnie-evans/
https://airliegardens.org/

https://linktr.ee/portcitylivingnc

]]> Thu, 23 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400 Billy Corbett Billy Corbett 834 Born in 1892 with visions she couldn't explain, Minnie Evans spent decades as a gatekeeper at Airlie Gardens in Wilmington, North Carolina — painting dreams on scraps of paper and discarded window shades. Her work eventually captured the attention of the entire art world. Today her paintings hang in some of the most prestigious museums in the country. This is the story of one of Wilmington's most extraordinary souls — and why her legacy still matters. 
https://high.org/exhibition/minnie-evans/
https://airliegardens.org/

https://linktr.ee/portcitylivingnc

]]> minnie evans, airlie gardens, wilmington nc, Corbett family, Landfall, art, wilmington art scene, nc folk art, visionary artist No Does Anyone Work in Wilmington NC? 4 4 Does Anyone Work in Wilmington NC? full 573d1d19-3f1a-46a0-accd-e7bf16a83f29 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/does-anyone-work-in-wilmington-nc-56b79390-c77c-4c81-91a2-17c780eda7eb Wilmington, NC is one of the most beautiful cities on the East Coast. But does anyone actually work here? In this episode of Port City Living, we dig into the real economic story behind the city — the history, the hustle, and the hard truth. From the railroad that made Wilmington the largest city in North Carolina, to the wage gap that still exists today, to the biggest economic development announcement in regional history that was supposed to open in November 2025 and still isn't open — we're getting into all of it. Unfiltered. 
https://flyilm.com/wings-over-carolina-beach/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wilmington_and_Weldon_Railroad

]]> Wilmington, NC is one of the most beautiful cities on the East Coast. But does anyone actually work here? In this episode of Port City Living, we dig into the real economic story behind the city — the history, the hustle, and the hard truth. From the railroad that made Wilmington the largest city in North Carolina, to the wage gap that still exists today, to the biggest economic development announcement in regional history that was supposed to open in November 2025 and still isn't open — we're getting into all of it. Unfiltered. 
https://flyilm.com/wings-over-carolina-beach/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wilmington_and_Weldon_Railroad

]]> Thu, 09 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400 Billy Corbett Billy Corbett 779 Wilmington, NC is one of the most beautiful cities on the East Coast. But does anyone actually work here? In this episode of Port City Living, we dig into the real economic story behind the city — the history, the hustle, and the hard truth. From the railroad that made Wilmington the largest city in North Carolina, to the wage gap that still exists today, to the biggest economic development announcement in regional history that was supposed to open in November 2025 and still isn't open — we're getting into all of it. Unfiltered. 
https://flyilm.com/wings-over-carolina-beach/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wilmington_and_Weldon_Railroad

]]> wilmington nc, careers in wilmington nc, Wilmington and Weldon Railroad, jobs in wilmington nc, service community, retirement community No The Festival Culture 3 3 The Festival Culture full 6abfc455-0f00-4054-879e-78b1f790b0ee https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/the-festival-culture Wilmington, NC doesn't just have festivals. It has an obsession.

From the grandest flower show in the South to an internationally recognized film festival most locals have never heard of — this city celebrates harder than you'd expect for its size. And there's a reason for that.

In this episode we dig into the festival culture of Wilmington — what it says about this community, what it means for the city's economy, and why the people who make these events happen deserve a lot more credit than they get.

Whether you're a longtime local or thinking about making the move — this one will make you love this city a little more.

🎧 Port City Living. Wilmington. Unfiltered.

]]> Wilmington, NC doesn't just have festivals. It has an obsession.

From the grandest flower show in the South to an internationally recognized film festival most locals have never heard of — this city celebrates harder than you'd expect for its size. And there's a reason for that.

In this episode we dig into the festival culture of Wilmington — what it says about this community, what it means for the city's economy, and why the people who make these events happen deserve a lot more credit than they get.

Whether you're a longtime local or thinking about making the move — this one will make you love this city a little more.

🎧 Port City Living. Wilmington. Unfiltered.

]]> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 06:32:00 -0400 Billy Corbett Billy Corbett 919 Wilmington, NC doesn't just have festivals. It has an obsession.

From the grandest flower show in the South to an internationally recognized film festival most locals have never heard of — this city celebrates harder than you'd expect for its size. And there's a reason for that.

In this episode we dig into the festival culture of Wilmington — what it says about this community, what it means for the city's economy, and why the people who make these events happen deserve a lot more credit than they get.

Whether you're a longtime local or thinking about making the move — this one will make you love this city a little more.

🎧 Port City Living. Wilmington. Unfiltered.

]]> wilmington nc, festivals, azalea festival, cucalorus film festival No Halfbacks 2 2 Halfbacks full af782524-0034-4a75-b180-ed90198247ab https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/halfbacks You've heard of snowbirds. But have you heard of Halfbacks?

They leave the cold winters and high taxes of the northeast, head straight to Florida... and then realize Florida is a lot. So they move halfway back. And somehow — every single time — they end up right here in Wilmington, NC.

In this episode I'm breaking down the Halfback phenomenon — who they are, why they come, what surprises them when they get here, and what locals really think about it. Spoiler: we've actually been dealing with this since the 1800s. This isn't new. It's just louder now.

Plus — Feast Wilmington is coming up on March 28th. If you haven't been, you need to go. I'll tell you why.

This is Port City Living. Wilmington. Unfiltered.

🎙️ LISTEN ON PODCAST: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts — search Port City Living NC

📲 FOLLOW ALONG: Instagram: @billcorbettrealtor Facebook: Port City Living All links: linktr.ee/portcitylivingnc

🏡 THINKING ABOUT MOVING TO WILMINGTON? 910-409-7818 Bill Corbett | Realtor® | Port City Living at Fathom Realty

🔔 SUBSCRIBE — new episodes every two weeks. Because somebody has to tell you the real story about this place. Might as well be me.

]]> You've heard of snowbirds. But have you heard of Halfbacks?

They leave the cold winters and high taxes of the northeast, head straight to Florida... and then realize Florida is a lot. So they move halfway back. And somehow — every single time — they end up right here in Wilmington, NC.

In this episode I'm breaking down the Halfback phenomenon — who they are, why they come, what surprises them when they get here, and what locals really think about it. Spoiler: we've actually been dealing with this since the 1800s. This isn't new. It's just louder now.

Plus — Feast Wilmington is coming up on March 28th. If you haven't been, you need to go. I'll tell you why.

This is Port City Living. Wilmington. Unfiltered.

🎙️ LISTEN ON PODCAST: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts — search Port City Living NC

📲 FOLLOW ALONG: Instagram: @billcorbettrealtor Facebook: Port City Living All links: linktr.ee/portcitylivingnc

🏡 THINKING ABOUT MOVING TO WILMINGTON? 910-409-7818 Bill Corbett | Realtor® | Port City Living at Fathom Realty

🔔 SUBSCRIBE — new episodes every two weeks. Because somebody has to tell you the real story about this place. Might as well be me.

]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400 Billy Corbett Billy Corbett 920 You've heard of snowbirds. But have you heard of Halfbacks?

They leave the cold winters and high taxes of the northeast, head straight to Florida... and then realize Florida is a lot. So they move halfway back. And somehow — every single time — they end up right here in Wilmington, NC.

In this episode I'm breaking down the Halfback phenomenon — who they are, why they come, what surprises them when they get here, and what locals really think about it. Spoiler: we've actually been dealing with this since the 1800s. This isn't new. It's just louder now.

Plus — Feast Wilmington is coming up on March 28th. If you haven't been, you need to go. I'll tell you why.

This is Port City Living. Wilmington. Unfiltered.

🎙️ LISTEN ON PODCAST: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts — search Port City Living NC

📲 FOLLOW ALONG: Instagram: @billcorbettrealtor Facebook: Port City Living All links: linktr.ee/portcitylivingnc

🏡 THINKING ABOUT MOVING TO WILMINGTON? 910-409-7818 Bill Corbett | Realtor® | Port City Living at Fathom Realty

🔔 SUBSCRIBE — new episodes every two weeks. Because somebody has to tell you the real story about this place. Might as well be me.

]]> wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No Wilmington NC Rants & Raves: Traffic + One Tree Hill + CFCC + K38 1 1 Wilmington NC Rants & Raves: Traffic + One Tree Hill + CFCC + K38 full 14cdee09-ee9a-4d4a-a820-70e825f45f8d https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/rants-and-raves  Welcome to Season 3. This Rants & Raves episode is all Wilmington: traffic, One Tree Hill, Cape Fear Community College (CFCC), and K38. Billy and Brad keep it honest—what’s annoying, what’s great, and what’s worth knowing if you’re trying to understand the city beyond the hype. 

]]>  Welcome to Season 3. This Rants & Raves episode is all Wilmington: traffic, One Tree Hill, Cape Fear Community College (CFCC), and K38. Billy and Brad keep it honest—what’s annoying, what’s great, and what’s worth knowing if you’re trying to understand the city beyond the hype. 

]]> Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:20:00 -0500 Billy Corbett Billy Corbett 2151  Welcome to Season 3. This Rants & Raves episode is all Wilmington: traffic, One Tree Hill, Cape Fear Community College (CFCC), and K38. Billy and Brad keep it honest—what’s annoying, what’s great, and what’s worth knowing if you’re trying to understand the city beyond the hype. 

]]> Wilmington NC, cfcc, K38, wilmington traffic, One Tree Hill, pclrantsandraves No The Finale 10 10 The Finale full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/2207914871 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/the-finale In the Season Two finale of Port City Living: Escrows & Egos, Billy breaks down what really matters when choosing an agent or lender: communication, chemistry, and guidance — not sales trophies. We talk nitpicky repair requests, big-ticket priorities, and the reality that agents don’t get paid until the deal closes. Billy explains how he presents options without ever making decisions for clients, and shares how the show will return to its Wilmington lifestyle roots in 2026. Honest, smart, and straight to the point.

]]> In the Season Two finale of Port City Living: Escrows & Egos, Billy breaks down what really matters when choosing an agent or lender: communication, chemistry, and guidance — not sales trophies. We talk nitpicky repair requests, big-ticket priorities, and the reality that agents don’t get paid until the deal closes. Billy explains how he presents options without ever making decisions for clients, and shares how the show will return to its Wilmington lifestyle roots in 2026. Honest, smart, and straight to the point.

]]> Thu, 06 Nov 2025 09:50:23 -0500 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 1692 In the Season Two finale of Port City Living: Escrows & Egos, Billy breaks down what really matters when choosing an agent or lender: communication, chemistry, and guidance — not sales trophies. We talk nitpicky repair requests, big-ticket priorities, and the reality that agents don’t get paid until the deal closes. Billy explains how he presents options without ever making decisions for clients, and shares how the show will return to its Wilmington lifestyle roots in 2026. Honest, smart, and straight to the point. In the Season Two finale of Port City Living: Escrows & Egos, Billy breaks down what really matters when choosing an agent or lender: communication, chemistry, and guidance — not sales trophies. We talk nitpicky repair requests, big-ticket priorities, wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No Chemistry Over Closings 9 9 Chemistry Over Closings full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/2196359747 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/chemistry-over-closings Finding the right agent and lender isn’t just about numbers—it’s about vibe. In this episode we dig into the habits that make or break a real estate relationship. From agents who ghost you to lenders who sound like robots, we talk about the red flags, the “this is how I work” moments, and how you can tell before you sign whether someone’s truly on your team. If you’re buying or selling — and want partners you actually trust—this one’s for you.

]]> Finding the right agent and lender isn’t just about numbers—it’s about vibe. In this episode we dig into the habits that make or break a real estate relationship. From agents who ghost you to lenders who sound like robots, we talk about the red flags, the “this is how I work” moments, and how you can tell before you sign whether someone’s truly on your team. If you’re buying or selling — and want partners you actually trust—this one’s for you.

]]> Wed, 22 Oct 2025 13:33:44 -0400 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 1398 Finding the right agent and lender isn’t just about numbers—it’s about vibe. In this episode we dig into the habits that make or break a real estate relationship. From agents who ghost you to lenders who sound like robots, we talk about the red flags, the “this is how I work” moments, and how you can tell before you sign whether someone’s truly on your team. If you’re buying or selling — and want partners you actually trust—this one’s for you. Finding the right agent and lender isn’t just about numbers—it’s about vibe. In this episode we dig into the habits that make or break a real estate relationship. From agents who ghost you to lenders who sound like robots, we talk about the red flags, the wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No Should You Refi or Let It Ride? 8 8 Should You Refi or Let It Ride? full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/2189273223 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/should-you-refi-or-let-it-ride In this episode, Brad and Billy pour a strong cup of reality and talk about one of the most confusing questions in real estate right now — should you refinance? We break down when it makes sense, when it doesn’t, and why timing (and math) actually matter. Spoiler: just because your neighbor did it doesn’t mean you should.

]]> In this episode, Brad and Billy pour a strong cup of reality and talk about one of the most confusing questions in real estate right now — should you refinance? We break down when it makes sense, when it doesn’t, and why timing (and math) actually matter. Spoiler: just because your neighbor did it doesn’t mean you should.

]]> Mon, 13 Oct 2025 20:00:00 -0400 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 1089 In this episode, Brad and Billy pour a strong cup of reality and talk about one of the most confusing questions in real estate right now — should you refinance? We break down when it makes sense, when it doesn’t, and why timing (and math) actually matter. Spoiler: just because your neighbor did it doesn’t mean you should. In this episode, Brad and Billy pour a strong cup of reality and talk about one of the most confusing questions in real estate right now — should you refinance? We break down when it makes sense, when it doesn’t, and why timing (and math) actually matter. wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No A Sense of Urgency 7 7 A Sense of Urgency full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/2184758799 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/a-sense-of-urgency In this episode, Brad and Billy dive into one of real estate’s biggest frustrations: the lost art of urgency. From buyers who take their time to “think about it” while a house slips away, to agents who forget that time is of the essence is more than just a contract clause — it’s the heartbeat of a deal. We get real about what’s changed, why nobody seems to respect deadlines anymore, and how slowing down can cost everyone the win. If you’ve ever wanted to scream “MOVE!” during a transaction, this one’s for you.

]]> In this episode, Brad and Billy dive into one of real estate’s biggest frustrations: the lost art of urgency. From buyers who take their time to “think about it” while a house slips away, to agents who forget that time is of the essence is more than just a contract clause — it’s the heartbeat of a deal. We get real about what’s changed, why nobody seems to respect deadlines anymore, and how slowing down can cost everyone the win. If you’ve ever wanted to scream “MOVE!” during a transaction, this one’s for you.

]]> Wed, 08 Oct 2025 06:00:43 -0400 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 1116 In this episode, Brad and Billy dive into one of real estate’s biggest frustrations: the lost art of urgency. From buyers who take their time to “think about it” while a house slips away, to agents who forget that time is of the essence is more than just a contract clause — it’s the heartbeat of a deal. We get real about what’s changed, why nobody seems to respect deadlines anymore, and how slowing down can cost everyone the win. If you’ve ever wanted to scream “MOVE!” during a transaction, this one’s for you. In this episode, Brad and Billy dive into one of real estate’s biggest frustrations: the lost art of urgency. From buyers who take their time to “think about it” while a house slips away, to agents who forget that time is of the essence is more than just wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No Feedback Feedback 6 6 Feedback Feedback full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/2175414378 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/feedback-feedback In this episode of Port City Living: Escrows and Egos, we dive into the changing culture of showing feedback. Once a common courtesy, feedback has become almost nonexistent — with many agents not even offering a simple “thank you” after a showing. We talk about why this shift matters, how feedback can be both helpful and harmful, and why professional courtesy is still one of the most important tools in our business. Whether you’re a buyer’s agent giving it or a listing agent hoping for it, feedback can shape the transaction — and your reputation.

]]> In this episode of Port City Living: Escrows and Egos, we dive into the changing culture of showing feedback. Once a common courtesy, feedback has become almost nonexistent — with many agents not even offering a simple “thank you” after a showing. We talk about why this shift matters, how feedback can be both helpful and harmful, and why professional courtesy is still one of the most important tools in our business. Whether you’re a buyer’s agent giving it or a listing agent hoping for it, feedback can shape the transaction — and your reputation.

]]> Tue, 23 Sep 2025 13:19:30 -0400 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 572 In this episode of Port City Living: Escrows and Egos, we dive into the changing culture of showing feedback. Once a common courtesy, feedback has become almost nonexistent — with many agents not even offering a simple “thank you” after a showing. We talk about why this shift matters, how feedback can be both helpful and harmful, and why professional courtesy is still one of the most important tools in our business. Whether you’re a buyer’s agent giving it or a listing agent hoping for it, feedback can shape the transaction — and your reputation. In this episode of Port City Living: Escrows and Egos, we dive into the changing culture of showing feedback. Once a common courtesy, feedback has become almost nonexistent — with many agents not even offering a simple “thank you” after a showing. We t wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No Why is My Home Not Selling? 5 5 Why is My Home Not Selling? full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/2171495136 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/why-is-my-home-not-selling Why isn’t your home selling? In this episode of Escrows & Egos, we’re pulling back the curtain on the three biggest reasons a property might be sitting on the market: location, condition, and price. Billy and Brad break down how each factor impacts buyer perception, why wishful thinking doesn’t move a listing, and what you can realistically do to reposition your home for success. Whether you’re a seller frustrated by crickets or an agent trying to guide your clients, this straight-talk episode will help you understand what’s really going on when a home just isn’t moving.

]]> Why isn’t your home selling? In this episode of Escrows & Egos, we’re pulling back the curtain on the three biggest reasons a property might be sitting on the market: location, condition, and price. Billy and Brad break down how each factor impacts buyer perception, why wishful thinking doesn’t move a listing, and what you can realistically do to reposition your home for success. Whether you’re a seller frustrated by crickets or an agent trying to guide your clients, this straight-talk episode will help you understand what’s really going on when a home just isn’t moving.

]]> Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:44:21 -0400 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 578 Why isn’t your home selling? In this episode of Escrows & Egos, we’re pulling back the curtain on the three biggest reasons a property might be sitting on the market: location, condition, and price. Billy and Brad break down how each factor impacts buyer perception, why wishful thinking doesn’t move a listing, and what you can realistically do to reposition your home for success. Whether you’re a seller frustrated by crickets or an agent trying to guide your clients, this straight-talk episode will help you understand what’s really going on when a home just isn’t moving. Why isn’t your home selling? In this episode of Escrows & Egos, we’re pulling back the curtain on the three biggest reasons a property might be sitting on the market: location, condition, and price. Billy and Brad break down how each factor impacts bu wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No Keep It Status Quo 4 4 Keep It Status Quo full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/2167852299 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/keep-it-status-quo Keep It Status Quo In this episode of Port City Living: Escrows & Egos, Brad and I break down one of the most important (and most overlooked) parts of getting a mortgage: keeping your financial picture exactly the same. Once you’re under contract, your lender is watching your credit, your income, and your debt-to-income ratio closely. That means: 🚫 No new cars. 🚫 No new appliances. 🚫 No “big splurge” purchases. 🚫 Honestly? Don’t buy anything major until the deal closes. We share real-world stories of how one wrong move can derail your closing — and how staying patient and “boring” for a few weeks can make all the difference. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned mover, this is advice you’ll want to remember before you swipe that card.

]]> Keep It Status Quo In this episode of Port City Living: Escrows & Egos, Brad and I break down one of the most important (and most overlooked) parts of getting a mortgage: keeping your financial picture exactly the same. Once you’re under contract, your lender is watching your credit, your income, and your debt-to-income ratio closely. That means: 🚫 No new cars. 🚫 No new appliances. 🚫 No “big splurge” purchases. 🚫 Honestly? Don’t buy anything major until the deal closes. We share real-world stories of how one wrong move can derail your closing — and how staying patient and “boring” for a few weeks can make all the difference. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned mover, this is advice you’ll want to remember before you swipe that card.

]]> Tue, 09 Sep 2025 18:30:24 -0400 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 491 Keep It Status Quo In this episode of Port City Living: Escrows & Egos, Brad and I break down one of the most important (and most overlooked) parts of getting a mortgage: keeping your financial picture exactly the same. Once you’re under contract, your lender is watching your credit, your income, and your debt-to-income ratio closely. That means: 🚫 No new cars. 🚫 No new appliances. 🚫 No “big splurge” purchases. 🚫 Honestly? Don’t buy anything major until the deal closes. We share real-world stories of how one wrong move can derail your closing — and how staying patient and “boring” for a few weeks can make all the difference. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned mover, this is advice you’ll want to remember before you swipe that card. Keep It Status Quo In this episode of Port City Living: Escrows & Egos, Brad and I break down one of the most important (and most overlooked) parts of getting a mortgage: keeping your financial picture exactly the same. Once you’re under contract, wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No Don't Be Nitpicky 3 3 Don't Be Nitpicky full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/2163047955 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/dont-be-nitpicky In this episode of Port City Living: Escrows & Egos, Billy and Brad tackle one of the most stressful parts of a real estate transaction: the home inspection. Buyers—listen up. That inspection report is going to look like a bloodbath. Every house, even brand new ones, will have a laundry list of issues. The key is not to panic or nickel-and-dime the seller for every little scratch, squeak, or loose doorknob. Instead, focus on what really matters: the big-ticket items that impact safety, structure, or major systems. Tune in as we break down how to keep perspective, negotiate smart, and avoid blowing up a deal over things that don’t actually matter.

]]> In this episode of Port City Living: Escrows & Egos, Billy and Brad tackle one of the most stressful parts of a real estate transaction: the home inspection. Buyers—listen up. That inspection report is going to look like a bloodbath. Every house, even brand new ones, will have a laundry list of issues. The key is not to panic or nickel-and-dime the seller for every little scratch, squeak, or loose doorknob. Instead, focus on what really matters: the big-ticket items that impact safety, structure, or major systems. Tune in as we break down how to keep perspective, negotiate smart, and avoid blowing up a deal over things that don’t actually matter.

]]> Mon, 01 Sep 2025 13:43:06 -0400 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 681 In this episode of Port City Living: Escrows & Egos, Billy and Brad tackle one of the most stressful parts of a real estate transaction: the home inspection. Buyers—listen up. That inspection report is going to look like a bloodbath. Every house, even brand new ones, will have a laundry list of issues. The key is not to panic or nickel-and-dime the seller for every little scratch, squeak, or loose doorknob. Instead, focus on what really matters: the big-ticket items that impact safety, structure, or major systems. Tune in as we break down how to keep perspective, negotiate smart, and avoid blowing up a deal over things that don’t actually matter. In this episode of Port City Living: Escrows & Egos, Billy and Brad tackle one of the most stressful parts of a real estate transaction: the home inspection. Buyers—listen up. That inspection report is going to look like a bloodbath. Every house, even wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No Do I Need Your Approval? 2 2 Do I Need Your Approval? full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/2158909770 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/do-i-need-your-approval In our first official episode of Port City Living: Escrows & Egos, we’re spilling the tea on one of the biggest buyer mistakes—skipping pre-approval. There’s a world of difference between being “qualified” and actually being “approved,” and trust us, your dream home doesn’t care about your “qualifications.” We’ll also dish on why working with a local lender can save your deal (and your sanity), while those flashy internet lenders might leave you ghosted at the closing table. Approval isn’t just paperwork—it’s power. If you want to shop smart, avoid heartbreak, and start strong, this is the episode you can’t afford to miss.

]]> In our first official episode of Port City Living: Escrows & Egos, we’re spilling the tea on one of the biggest buyer mistakes—skipping pre-approval. There’s a world of difference between being “qualified” and actually being “approved,” and trust us, your dream home doesn’t care about your “qualifications.” We’ll also dish on why working with a local lender can save your deal (and your sanity), while those flashy internet lenders might leave you ghosted at the closing table. Approval isn’t just paperwork—it’s power. If you want to shop smart, avoid heartbreak, and start strong, this is the episode you can’t afford to miss.

]]> Tue, 26 Aug 2025 06:30:48 -0400 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 653 In our first official episode of Port City Living: Escrows & Egos, we’re spilling the tea on one of the biggest buyer mistakes—skipping pre-approval. There’s a world of difference between being “qualified” and actually being “approved,” and trust us, your dream home doesn’t care about your “qualifications.” We’ll also dish on why working with a local lender can save your deal (and your sanity), while those flashy internet lenders might leave you ghosted at the closing table. Approval isn’t just paperwork—it’s power. If you want to shop smart, avoid heartbreak, and start strong, this is the episode you can’t afford to miss. In our first official episode of Port City Living: Escrows & Egos, we’re spilling the tea on one of the biggest buyer mistakes—skipping pre-approval. There’s a world of difference between being “qualified” and actually being “approved,” and trust us, wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No Episode 1 Pivot 1 1 Episode 1 Pivot full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/2154081039 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/episode-1-pivot Tue, 19 Aug 2025 06:00:49 -0400 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 454 Episode 1 Pivot by Bill Corbett Episode 1 Pivot by Bill Corbett wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No The Horror of it All 16 16 The Horror of it All full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1935009833 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/the-horror-of-it-all Join us as Brad and I talk about our childhood memories of Halloween, and we discuss horror movies that were made here in the Wilmington Area. What is your favorite horror Movie? Want to get involved in some Halloween events in the area? https://halloween-events-near-me.com/wilmington-nc/

]]> Join us as Brad and I talk about our childhood memories of Halloween, and we discuss horror movies that were made here in the Wilmington Area. What is your favorite horror Movie? Want to get involved in some Halloween events in the area? https://halloween-events-near-me.com/wilmington-nc/

]]> Mon, 28 Oct 2024 09:26:26 -0400 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 2240 Join us as Brad and I talk about our childhood memories of Halloween, and we discuss horror movies that were made here in the Wilmington Area. What is your favorite horror Movie? Want to get involved in some Halloween events in the area? https://halloween-events-near-me.com/wilmington-nc/ Join us as Brad and I talk about our childhood memories of Halloween, and we discuss horror movies that were made here in the Wilmington Area. What is your favorite horror Movie? Want to get involved in some Halloween events in the area? https://hall wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No What We Do....? 15 15 What We Do....? full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1935402980 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/what-we-do Join Brad and I as we take you on a journey.....a journey like no other....we talk about real estate and mortgages..........We discuss rates, due diligence, how covid affected the area and things you need to know if you are thinking of buying. It's simply thrilling - I promise!! Bill: www.portcitylivingnc.com Brad: www.bradismylender.com

]]> Join Brad and I as we take you on a journey.....a journey like no other....we talk about real estate and mortgages..........We discuss rates, due diligence, how covid affected the area and things you need to know if you are thinking of buying. It's simply thrilling - I promise!! Bill: www.portcitylivingnc.com Brad: www.bradismylender.com

]]> Tue, 15 Oct 2024 10:33:00 -0400 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 1996 Join Brad and I as we take you on a journey.....a journey like no other....we talk about real estate and mortgages..........We discuss rates, due diligence, how covid affected the area and things you need to know if you are thinking of buying. It's simply thrilling - I promise!! Bill: www.portcitylivingnc.com Brad: www.bradismylender.com Join Brad and I as we take you on a journey.....a journey like no other....we talk about real estate and mortgages..........We discuss rates, due diligence, how covid affected the area and things you need to know if you are thinking of buying. It's simpl wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No 20 Questions from AJ 14 14 20 Questions from AJ full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1912786004 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/20-questions-from-aj Brad and I are back after a summer hiatus and we are joined by AJ Eisenhart of Goosehead Insurance Company. AJ is a second time around new comer to the Wilmington area...here for college a few years back, he has decided to return to the area and make Wilmington his home and Insurance his game! Listen as AJ asks Brad and I some questions about life in Wilmington.

]]> Brad and I are back after a summer hiatus and we are joined by AJ Eisenhart of Goosehead Insurance Company. AJ is a second time around new comer to the Wilmington area...here for college a few years back, he has decided to return to the area and make Wilmington his home and Insurance his game! Listen as AJ asks Brad and I some questions about life in Wilmington.

]]> Tue, 10 Sep 2024 09:30:51 -0400 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 2980 Brad and I are back after a summer hiatus and we are joined by AJ Eisenhart of Goosehead Insurance Company. AJ is a second time around new comer to the Wilmington area...here for college a few years back, he has decided to return to the area and make Wilmington his home and Insurance his game! Listen as AJ asks Brad and I some questions about life in Wilmington. Brad and I are back after a summer hiatus and we are joined by AJ Eisenhart of Goosehead Insurance Company. AJ is a second time around new comer to the Wilmington area...here for college a few years back, he has decided to return to the area and make Wil wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No Stonewall Sports 13 13 Stonewall Sports full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1852198575 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/stonewall-sports On this episode of Port City Living we are talking with Sam Starks, Commissioner of Stonewall Sports here in Wilmington, NC and Woody Goff who is the Community Outreach Coordinator, and they are telling us all about Stonewall Sports, what the organization does for the community, and how they give back. I will also give you a little history lesson about where the name Stonewall actually came from. Also, if you want to join the fun that Stonewall Sports has to offer, we are going to tell you how to do just that. Join us for a very lively talk about balls, charity and "angels" in the outfield. https://www.facebook.com/StonewallWilmington https://stonewallwilmington.leagueapps.com/ Sam Starks: wilmington.commissioner@stonewallsports.org Woody Goff: wilmington.community@stonewallsports.org

]]> On this episode of Port City Living we are talking with Sam Starks, Commissioner of Stonewall Sports here in Wilmington, NC and Woody Goff who is the Community Outreach Coordinator, and they are telling us all about Stonewall Sports, what the organization does for the community, and how they give back. I will also give you a little history lesson about where the name Stonewall actually came from. Also, if you want to join the fun that Stonewall Sports has to offer, we are going to tell you how to do just that. Join us for a very lively talk about balls, charity and "angels" in the outfield. https://www.facebook.com/StonewallWilmington https://stonewallwilmington.leagueapps.com/ Sam Starks: wilmington.commissioner@stonewallsports.org Woody Goff: wilmington.community@stonewallsports.org

]]> Fri, 21 Jun 2024 12:03:12 -0400 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 2047 On this episode of Port City Living we are talking with Sam Starks, Commissioner of Stonewall Sports here in Wilmington, NC and Woody Goff who is the Community Outreach Coordinator, and they are telling us all about Stonewall Sports, what the organization does for the community, and how they give back. I will also give you a little history lesson about where the name Stonewall actually came from. Also, if you want to join the fun that Stonewall Sports has to offer, we are going to tell you how to do just that. Join us for a very lively talk about balls, charity and "angels" in the outfield. https://www.facebook.com/StonewallWilmington https://stonewallwilmington.leagueapps.com/ Sam Starks: wilmington.commissioner@stonewallsports.org Woody Goff: wilmington.community@stonewallsports.org On this episode of Port City Living we are talking with Sam Starks, Commissioner of Stonewall Sports here in Wilmington, NC and Woody Goff who is the Community Outreach Coordinator, and they are telling us all about Stonewall Sports, what the organization wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No Burgaw And Blueberries 12 12 Burgaw And Blueberries full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1838842404 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/burgaw-and-blueberries If you're not familiar with Burgaw, NC then you should be. The county seat of Pender Co, this is home to the North Carolina Blueberry Festival. We sit down with Mayor Olivia Dawson and have an awesome conversation about small town charm, blueberries, an imposture Santa and what makes Burgaw such a great place to live and raise a family. The Blueberry Festival is coming on June 14th and 15th. You don't want to miss it. Here are the links for more information: http://www.ncblueberryfestival.com/ https://www.visitpender.com/ https://www.burgawnc.gov/

]]> If you're not familiar with Burgaw, NC then you should be. The county seat of Pender Co, this is home to the North Carolina Blueberry Festival. We sit down with Mayor Olivia Dawson and have an awesome conversation about small town charm, blueberries, an imposture Santa and what makes Burgaw such a great place to live and raise a family. The Blueberry Festival is coming on June 14th and 15th. You don't want to miss it. Here are the links for more information: http://www.ncblueberryfestival.com/ https://www.visitpender.com/ https://www.burgawnc.gov/

]]> Thu, 06 Jun 2024 09:01:23 -0400 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 2842 If you're not familiar with Burgaw, NC then you should be. The county seat of Pender Co, this is home to the North Carolina Blueberry Festival. We sit down with Mayor Olivia Dawson and have an awesome conversation about small town charm, blueberries, an imposture Santa and what makes Burgaw such a great place to live and raise a family. The Blueberry Festival is coming on June 14th and 15th. You don't want to miss it. Here are the links for more information: http://www.ncblueberryfestival.com/ https://www.visitpender.com/ https://www.burgawnc.gov/ If you're not familiar with Burgaw, NC then you should be. The county seat of Pender Co, this is home to the North Carolina Blueberry Festival. We sit down with Mayor Olivia Dawson and have an awesome conversation about small town charm, blueberries, an wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No Port City Traffic - What's An EV? 11 11 Port City Traffic - What's An EV? full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1829349123 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/port-city-traffic-whats-an-ev On this episode of Port City Living - The Podcast, we are talking with my good friend David Maciborski - aka David Mac. Car enthusiast and traffic aficionado - he will be sharing his story about Wilmington's traffic from his point of view and educate us on EV - no, not elementary vaccinations.... Electric Vehicles. And we will give you a brief rundown of the various type of transportation in the Wilmington, NC Area. https://data1-wilmingtonnc.opendata.arcgis.com/

]]> On this episode of Port City Living - The Podcast, we are talking with my good friend David Maciborski - aka David Mac. Car enthusiast and traffic aficionado - he will be sharing his story about Wilmington's traffic from his point of view and educate us on EV - no, not elementary vaccinations.... Electric Vehicles. And we will give you a brief rundown of the various type of transportation in the Wilmington, NC Area. https://data1-wilmingtonnc.opendata.arcgis.com/

]]> Fri, 24 May 2024 10:19:33 -0400 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 3117 On this episode of Port City Living - The Podcast, we are talking with my good friend David Maciborski - aka David Mac. Car enthusiast and traffic aficionado - he will be sharing his story about Wilmington's traffic from his point of view and educate us on EV - no, not elementary vaccinations.... Electric Vehicles. And we will give you a brief rundown of the various type of transportation in the Wilmington, NC Area. https://data1-wilmingtonnc.opendata.arcgis.com/ On this episode of Port City Living - The Podcast, we are talking with my good friend David Maciborski - aka David Mac. Car enthusiast and traffic aficionado - he will be sharing his story about Wilmington's traffic from his point of view and educate us wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No Quirky Quips Of The Port City 10 10 Quirky Quips Of The Port City full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1823738631 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/quirky-quips-of-the-port-city Brad and I talk about some Quirky, fun, informative "QUIPS" that Wilmington NC has to offer - Snow, Movies, Large Rotary Wheel - whatever that is.........Plus Trains and famous people. All packed in to this exciting episode! https://www.starnewsonline.com/story/news/2005/12/11/end-of-the-line/30251168007/

]]> Brad and I talk about some Quirky, fun, informative "QUIPS" that Wilmington NC has to offer - Snow, Movies, Large Rotary Wheel - whatever that is.........Plus Trains and famous people. All packed in to this exciting episode! https://www.starnewsonline.com/story/news/2005/12/11/end-of-the-line/30251168007/

]]> Thu, 16 May 2024 21:38:31 -0400 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 2426 Brad and I talk about some Quirky, fun, informative "QUIPS" that Wilmington NC has to offer - Snow, Movies, Large Rotary Wheel - whatever that is.........Plus Trains and famous people. All packed in to this exciting episode! https://www.starnewsonline.com/story/news/2005/12/11/end-of-the-line/30251168007/ Brad and I talk about some Quirky, fun, informative "QUIPS" that Wilmington NC has to offer - Snow, Movies, Large Rotary Wheel - whatever that is.........Plus Trains and famous people. All packed in to this exciting episode! https://www.starnewsonline wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No POP 9 9 POP full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1808109417 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/pop POP......No not Soda! POP stands for Plastic Ocean Project. Ya'll our planet needs your help and BONNIE MONTELEONE​ and TRICIA MONTELEONE​ are doing all they can to help clean up our oceans and educate people on plastics. Brad and I are talking to them, and they are giving us the 411 on the good, the bad and the scary facts about plastics on our planet and how WE all can help control what is going into our oceans! There is a Gala coming up on May 4th at the aLoft Hotel in Historic Downtown Wilmington. Tickets are still available and with each ticket you get a parking voucher for the deck and 3 (three) drink tickets!! You can get those tickets Here: https://www.plasticoceanproject.org/ and you can also find out how you can help too!

]]> POP......No not Soda! POP stands for Plastic Ocean Project. Ya'll our planet needs your help and BONNIE MONTELEONE​ and TRICIA MONTELEONE​ are doing all they can to help clean up our oceans and educate people on plastics. Brad and I are talking to them, and they are giving us the 411 on the good, the bad and the scary facts about plastics on our planet and how WE all can help control what is going into our oceans! There is a Gala coming up on May 4th at the aLoft Hotel in Historic Downtown Wilmington. Tickets are still available and with each ticket you get a parking voucher for the deck and 3 (three) drink tickets!! You can get those tickets Here: https://www.plasticoceanproject.org/ and you can also find out how you can help too!

]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2024 06:53:06 -0400 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 3591 POP......No not Soda! POP stands for Plastic Ocean Project. Ya'll our planet needs your help and BONNIE MONTELEONE​ and TRICIA MONTELEONE​ are doing all they can to help clean up our oceans and educate people on plastics. Brad and I are talking to them, and they are giving us the 411 on the good, the bad and the scary facts about plastics on our planet and how WE all can help control what is going into our oceans! There is a Gala coming up on May 4th at the aLoft Hotel in Historic Downtown Wilmington. Tickets are still available and with each ticket you get a parking voucher for the deck and 3 (three) drink tickets!! You can get those tickets Here: https://www.plasticoceanproject.org/ and you can also find out how you can help too! POP......No not Soda! POP stands for Plastic Ocean Project. Ya'll our planet needs your help and BONNIE MONTELEONE​ and TRICIA MONTELEONE​ are doing all they can to help clean up our oceans and educate people on plastics. Brad and I are talking to them wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No Post Azalea Fest Commentary 8 8 Post Azalea Fest Commentary full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1803629883 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/post-azalea-fest-commentary Since we love Azalea Festival so much, we thought we would give you a little commentary on the weekend events. Talk about some of our favorite things, how the events played out this year and share our overall love for Wilmington's most famous event of the year. Also, check out my Port City Living Facebook Group Page where you can see what these events looked like and see the incredible fashion! https://www.facebook.com/groups/portcitylivingnc

]]> Since we love Azalea Festival so much, we thought we would give you a little commentary on the weekend events. Talk about some of our favorite things, how the events played out this year and share our overall love for Wilmington's most famous event of the year. Also, check out my Port City Living Facebook Group Page where you can see what these events looked like and see the incredible fashion! https://www.facebook.com/groups/portcitylivingnc

]]> Fri, 19 Apr 2024 09:56:28 -0400 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 3002 Since we love Azalea Festival so much, we thought we would give you a little commentary on the weekend events. Talk about some of our favorite things, how the events played out this year and share our overall love for Wilmington's most famous event of the year. Also, check out my Port City Living Facebook Group Page where you can see what these events looked like and see the incredible fashion! https://www.facebook.com/groups/portcitylivingnc Since we love Azalea Festival so much, we thought we would give you a little commentary on the weekend events. Talk about some of our favorite things, how the events played out this year and share our overall love for Wilmington's most famous event of th wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No Azalea Festival 7 7 Azalea Festival full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1778437233 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/azalea-festival Wilmington has been home to the NC Azalea Festival since 1948. Set against the backdrop of gardens, historic homes and southern hospitality, this event is a beloved part of the Greater Cape Fear regions history. Join me and Brad as we chat with executive director Alison Baringer and 2024's Azalea Festival's President Andrew Nettleman. We talk about the how this festival started and some fun facts, how you can get involved and some new things that are in the works. *It is mentioned that you can vote to make the Azalea Festival Best Flower Festival, but unfortunately, the voting has now closed. But make plans to attend - get involved! Official Link: https://ncazaleafestival.org/ www.portcitylivingnc.com https://www.atlanticbay.com/bradbrown/

]]> Wilmington has been home to the NC Azalea Festival since 1948. Set against the backdrop of gardens, historic homes and southern hospitality, this event is a beloved part of the Greater Cape Fear regions history. Join me and Brad as we chat with executive director Alison Baringer and 2024's Azalea Festival's President Andrew Nettleman. We talk about the how this festival started and some fun facts, how you can get involved and some new things that are in the works. *It is mentioned that you can vote to make the Azalea Festival Best Flower Festival, but unfortunately, the voting has now closed. But make plans to attend - get involved! Official Link: https://ncazaleafestival.org/ www.portcitylivingnc.com https://www.atlanticbay.com/bradbrown/

]]> Tue, 19 Mar 2024 08:48:06 -0400 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 3363 Wilmington has been home to the NC Azalea Festival since 1948. Set against the backdrop of gardens, historic homes and southern hospitality, this event is a beloved part of the Greater Cape Fear regions history. Join me and Brad as we chat with executive director Alison Baringer and 2024's Azalea Festival's President Andrew Nettleman. We talk about the how this festival started and some fun facts, how you can get involved and some new things that are in the works. *It is mentioned that you can vote to make the Azalea Festival Best Flower Festival, but unfortunately, the voting has now closed. But make plans to attend - get involved! Official Link: https://ncazaleafestival.org/ www.portcitylivingnc.com https://www.atlanticbay.com/bradbrown/ Wilmington has been home to the NC Azalea Festival since 1948. Set against the backdrop of gardens, historic homes and southern hospitality, this event is a beloved part of the Greater Cape Fear regions history. Join me and Brad as we chat with executive wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No Shane Fernando 6 6 Shane Fernando full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1761578103 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/shane-fernando Thalian Hall is one of Wilmington NC's most treasured landmarks spanning 166 years. This theater, built in 1858, has been a stable for the performing arts in the community since its inception. Today we are talking with Shane Fernando, the new executive director of Thalian. We will talk about Thalian's history, where it's headed for the future and we will get to know Shane a bit Better. Link to Thalian Hall: https://tinyurl.com/28ptstkm

]]> Thalian Hall is one of Wilmington NC's most treasured landmarks spanning 166 years. This theater, built in 1858, has been a stable for the performing arts in the community since its inception. Today we are talking with Shane Fernando, the new executive director of Thalian. We will talk about Thalian's history, where it's headed for the future and we will get to know Shane a bit Better. Link to Thalian Hall: https://tinyurl.com/28ptstkm

]]> Tue, 19 Mar 2024 08:47:37 -0400 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 3106 Thalian Hall is one of Wilmington NC's most treasured landmarks spanning 166 years. This theater, built in 1858, has been a stable for the performing arts in the community since its inception. Today we are talking with Shane Fernando, the new executive director of Thalian. We will talk about Thalian's history, where it's headed for the future and we will get to know Shane a bit Better. Link to Thalian Hall: https://tinyurl.com/28ptstkm Thalian Hall is one of Wilmington NC's most treasured landmarks spanning 166 years. This theater, built in 1858, has been a stable for the performing arts in the community since its inception. Today we are talking with Shane Fernando, the new executive di wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No WilmyWood 5 5 WilmyWood full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1748445183 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/wilmywood Wilmington NC is known to be Hollywood East or WilmyWood. The film industry has been using Wilmington and the surrounding areas for the backdrop of many amazing movies, tv shows and music videos for over 40 years now. We thought we would talk about some of the productions that stand out and discuss some of the experiences we've had with being in productions and our brush with the famous. PCL YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMWCvu_liC_h8IEVBkxno9A

]]> Wilmington NC is known to be Hollywood East or WilmyWood. The film industry has been using Wilmington and the surrounding areas for the backdrop of many amazing movies, tv shows and music videos for over 40 years now. We thought we would talk about some of the productions that stand out and discuss some of the experiences we've had with being in productions and our brush with the famous. PCL YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMWCvu_liC_h8IEVBkxno9A

]]> Fri, 16 Feb 2024 09:48:32 -0500 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 2170 Wilmington NC is known to be Hollywood East or WilmyWood. The film industry has been using Wilmington and the surrounding areas for the backdrop of many amazing movies, tv shows and music videos for over 40 years now. We thought we would talk about some of the productions that stand out and discuss some of the experiences we've had with being in productions and our brush with the famous. PCL YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMWCvu_liC_h8IEVBkxno9A Wilmington NC is known to be Hollywood East or WilmyWood. The film industry has been using Wilmington and the surrounding areas for the backdrop of many amazing movies, tv shows and music videos for over 40 years now. We thought we would talk about some wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No Southport Road Trip 4 4 Southport Road Trip full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1735626840 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/southport-road-trip Brad and I took a road trip down to gorgeous Southport NC. Listen to your fiasco of trying to get there. Also, I started the podcast with mispronouncing a word and we decided it was too funny not to edit out!! We crack ourselves up.....Southport is a CHARMING little town, and we had a great day visiting despite the heavy fog. Enjoy

]]> Brad and I took a road trip down to gorgeous Southport NC. Listen to your fiasco of trying to get there. Also, I started the podcast with mispronouncing a word and we decided it was too funny not to edit out!! We crack ourselves up.....Southport is a CHARMING little town, and we had a great day visiting despite the heavy fog. Enjoy

]]> Fri, 02 Feb 2024 09:32:17 -0500 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 1638 Brad and I took a road trip down to gorgeous Southport NC. Listen to your fiasco of trying to get there. Also, I started the podcast with mispronouncing a word and we decided it was too funny not to edit out!! We crack ourselves up.....Southport is a CHARMING little town, and we had a great day visiting despite the heavy fog. Enjoy Brad and I took a road trip down to gorgeous Southport NC. Listen to your fiasco of trying to get there. Also, I started the podcast with mispronouncing a word and we decided it was too funny not to edit out!! We crack ourselves up.....Southport is a C wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No History 101 3 3 History 101 full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1721165835 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/history-101 Brad and I are talking about some of the history of Wilmington NC. Some of it older and some more recent. Also, Wilmington has produced some very famous people. Do you know who they are? Well, we're going to tell ya! Join us for History 101 - Wilmington.

]]> Brad and I are talking about some of the history of Wilmington NC. Some of it older and some more recent. Also, Wilmington has produced some very famous people. Do you know who they are? Well, we're going to tell ya! Join us for History 101 - Wilmington.

]]> Fri, 19 Jan 2024 07:07:50 -0500 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 2262 Brad and I are talking about some of the history of Wilmington NC. Some of it older and some more recent. Also, Wilmington has produced some very famous people. Do you know who they are? Well, we're going to tell ya! Join us for History 101 - Wilmington. Brad and I are talking about some of the history of Wilmington NC. Some of it older and some more recent. Also, Wilmington has produced some very famous people. Do you know who they are? Well, we're going to tell ya! Join us for History 101 - Wilmingt wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No Yummy for the Tummy 2 2 Yummy for the Tummy full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1715225979 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/yummy-for-the-tummy Are you hungry? Because Brad and I are sharing some of our favorite places to eat around Wilmington and some of our favorite dishes at these places. Wilmington, NC has an awesome food scene and we love to eat....who doesn't? Sit back, relax as we take you on a food tour!

]]> Are you hungry? Because Brad and I are sharing some of our favorite places to eat around Wilmington and some of our favorite dishes at these places. Wilmington, NC has an awesome food scene and we love to eat....who doesn't? Sit back, relax as we take you on a food tour!

]]> Thu, 11 Jan 2024 23:03:31 -0500 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 1838 Are you hungry? Because Brad and I are sharing some of our favorite places to eat around Wilmington and some of our favorite dishes at these places. Wilmington, NC has an awesome food scene and we love to eat....who doesn't? Sit back, relax as we take you on a food tour! Are you hungry? Because Brad and I are sharing some of our favorite places to eat around Wilmington and some of our favorite dishes at these places. Wilmington, NC has an awesome food scene and we love to eat....who doesn't? Sit back, relax as we take y wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No The Introductions 1 1 The Introductions full tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/1712120313 https://portcitylivingnc.transistor.fm/episodes/the-introductions Mon, 08 Jan 2024 20:22:13 -0500 Bill Corbett Bill Corbett 893 Port City Living - The Podcast. Welcome to the first episode of Port City Living - about life in Wilmington, NC. Brad and I thought we would start this exciting journey off by telling you a little about ourselves and our backgrounds and get to know us a little better. Port City Living - The Podcast. Welcome to the first episode of Port City Living - about life in Wilmington, NC. Brad and I thought we would start this exciting journey off by telling you a little about ourselves and our backgrounds and get to know us a wilmington nc, real estate, mortgage, new hanover county, cape fear region, Wilmington North Carolina No