BUYERS
BUYERS
Local expertise you won't get anywhere else!
Here at The Costin Group, whether you have some experience with buying a home, or no experience, Matt & Caroline will hold your hand every step of the way. We pride ourselves on connections and local knowledge, some of our best deals are off-market!
The Costin Group’s unique knowledge of Wilmington and the surrounding beaches will help you feel ahead of the game with your move. When you are ready to buy a home in Wilmington, NC, feel confident in the fact that we are well-versed in our communities specifics- from local zoning and building regulations, neighborhood by-laws and amenities, neighborhoods by lifestyle & price point, market trends, and so much more.
We can’t wait to work with you this year!
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Three easy steps to homebuying with us
Step 1
Start your home search on our free app!
Let’s set up a phone call to connect! I love hearing each and every one of my clients’ moving “elevator pitch.” Everyone has their own story and goal with a big move, this is the time to share it!
During our initial phone call, I’ll tell you all about our home search app! It’s MLS-powered, so it’s more accurate than Zillow or Realtor.com. Download the app now and get ahead of the game!
Step 2
Get pre-approved with our favorite lender 💗
After our initial call, I’ll connect you with our favorite local lender to get preapproved. Emily Costin with Mullinix mortgage is our go-to. If you’re looking for someone to walk you through different loan options and scenarios, this is your girl!
Disclaimer: We promise we will love any lender you choose! If you already have one in mind that you’re planning to use, that is perfectly fine with us!!
Optional Step 3
If you're a first-time homebuyer...
What is the due diligence fee?! How long before I start looking at homes should I get pre-approved?! How long does it take to buy a house? Do I need flood insurance?!?
Take a minute to grab and review my free First-Time Homebuyer Guide for answers to these questions, and so many more! You will feel 100% more prepared to buy after reading this guide.
Love letters from clients
From 25 in 25 to what's next
In 2025, I set a goal to sell 25 homes to buyers who found me through social media — a way to challenge myself and prove that education, consistency, and showing up online could translate into real results for real people. By the end of the year, I had helped 29 buyers and sellers successfully make a move in Wilmington, many of whom started as followers simply trying to learn the area before taking the next step.
That experience reinforced what I believe matters most in real estate: buyers who understand the market, the neighborhoods, and the process make stronger decisions and feel far more confident when it’s time to write an offer. In 2026, I’m building on that momentum with a new goal of $26 million in real estate sold, while continuing to guide buyers with clear strategy, honest advice, and deep local knowledge of Wilmington and the surrounding communities.
2025 homebuyer wall of fame
Take a look at some of the happy homebuyers who held a sold sign with me in 2025!
Happy buyers in 2024!
In 2024, I started a fun TikTok series and a goal to sell 10 houses to 10 people that find me on social media! This came after I spent the majority of 2023 focusing on on Matt and I’s online presence, and by the end of 2023, seeing some return on that investment. It wasn’t long into 2024 that I realized I might be able to do it!
I crushed my goal- I sold to 19 different clients, 14 of which had found me on social media! Thanks to a successful 2024, and the cult following of my goal, I knew my 25 in 25 goal would be just as exciting!
