{"id":3344,"date":"2016-04-08T10:46:45","date_gmt":"2016-04-08T10:46:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/teammovemortgage.com\/?p=3344"},"modified":"2020-07-13T22:33:17","modified_gmt":"2020-07-13T22:33:17","slug":"buying-a-home-in-whiteville-nc-columbus-county","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teammovemortgage.com\/blog\/buying-a-home-in-whiteville-nc-columbus-county\/","title":{"rendered":"Relocating or Buying a Home in Whiteville NC?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Relocating to Whiteville, NC Columbus County and want to buy a home?<\/p>\n

What to do when you relocate to Whiteville, NC<\/h2>\n

Quiet, small town, country living is what you get when moving to Whiteville.\u00a0 Now learn more about what Columbus County has to offer you as a home buyer or visitor that is new to the area. There is so much right in your back yard or just a short commute!<\/p>\n

Top 9 Reasons to Move to Whiteville, NC or Columbus County<\/h2>\n
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  1. Whiteville NC Manufacturing, medical, and government jobs<\/li>\n
  2. Dining options – For a small area, we have lots of options!<\/li>\n
  3. All of Columbus County is eligible for 100% financing<\/li>\n
  4. Proximity to the beaches<\/li>\n
  5. Outdoor life<\/li>\n
  6. Sports<\/li>\n
  7. Educational resources<\/li>\n
  8. Affordable Living<\/li>\n
  9. Excellent home loan options such as no money down<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Employment Opportunities in Whiteville, NC \/ Columbus County<\/h2>\n

    \"employment_opportunities_whiteville_columbus<\/a>Are you considering a relocation for employment around Whiteville, NC? Columbus County employment, you will find, is heavily based in manufacturing and county \/ state type jobs. The largest employers in the area are Columbus Board of Education, International Paper, Columbus Regional Healthcare System, Columbus County, and the NC Department of Correction.<\/p>\n

    Even though there are major employers in Columbus County, many people also live here for the affordable living but take the short drive to Wilmington, Lumberton, or Myrtle Beach. Below is the list of major employers in Columbus County.<\/p>\n

    Largest Manufacturing Employers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Name<\/strong><\/td>\nProduct<\/strong><\/td>\nEmployment<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    International Paper<\/td>\nPulp & Paper Products<\/td>\n750<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    National Spinning Co.<\/td>\nYarn<\/td>\n250<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    West Fraser Timber Co.<\/td>\nDimension Lumber<\/td>\n196<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Atlantic Corporation<\/td>\nPrinting & Paper<\/td>\n181<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Top Tobacco<\/td>\nTobacco<\/td>\n120<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Wayne E. Bailey Produce Co.<\/td>\nProduce<\/td>\n90<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Black’s Tire Service<\/td>\nTire & Wheel Distributors<\/td>\n88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    The Council Tool Company<\/td>\nNon-powerd Hand Tools<\/td>\n55<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Filtec Precise<\/td>\nSynthetic Yarn<\/td>\n43<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Honeycutt Produce<\/td>\nWholesale Produce<\/td>\n38<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Kroy Building Products<\/td>\nVinyl Fencing<\/td>\n37<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    The News Reporter<\/td>\nPublishing\/Newspapers<\/td>\n30<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Atlantic Automotive Enterprises<\/td>\nPower-steering Products<\/td>\n25<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Gore’s Trailer Mfg.<\/td>\nHorse Trailers<\/td>\n20<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Nice Blends<\/td>\nFood Products<\/td>\n17<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

    Largest Non-Manufacturing Employers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Name<\/strong><\/td>\nCategory<\/strong><\/td>\nEmployment<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Columbus County Board of Education<\/td>\nEducation<\/td>\n1000+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    NC Department of Correction<\/td>\nPublic Administration<\/td>\n500-999<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Columbus Regional Healthcare System<\/td>\nHealth Services<\/td>\n500-999<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Columbus County<\/td>\nPublic Administration<\/td>\n500-999<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    BB&T<\/td>\nFinancial Services<\/td>\n250-499<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Whiteville City Schools<\/td>\nEducation<\/td>\n250-499<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Southeastern Community College<\/td>\nEducation<\/td>\n250-499<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Wal-Mart<\/td>\nRetail<\/td>\n250-499<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

    Where to Dine in Whiteville, NC<\/h2>\n

    For a small area in population, we sure have a lot of places to eat which is good for you! Whiteville has numerous restaurants to offer, many chain eateries, but for a true flavor experience you need to visit as many of these local spots at some point while passing through or during your stay. The most upscale, yet casual place to go, is The Chef and the Frog<\/strong>. It is a dining experience like no other.\u00a0 From tender steak, shrimp and grits, crab cakes, and even several pasta options, you will not be dissatisfied with any choice.<\/p>\n

    Another local favorite is Joe\u2019s Barbeque<\/strong>. Go in and order chicken and barbeque off the menu or simply say \u201cI\u2019ll have the buffet\u201d and the choices are endless as well as the plates. Got a craving for some good ole pizza?\u00a0 Check out one of the oldest in town, Pizza Village<\/strong>, and owner \u201cPete\u201d.\u00a0 He offers a daily lunch buffet that is a hit all week. Also in the pizza category is Franco\u2019s Pizza<\/strong> for a New York style experience and Anthony\u2019s Italian Pizza<\/strong> located in old downtown.<\/p>\n

    How about just a good ole burger? Be ready to stand in line but it is worth it and you might want to go ahead and get some to take home for later.\u00a0 Ward\u2019s Grill<\/strong> will not let you down. Simple and quick. You go in, order, pay with cash, and get your food, and then you leave. It is not a sit down and eat place, \u00a0but as soon as you get in your car, the aroma of the burgers and hotdogs will have you eating right away. Go in during breakfast hours and he will put you a fried egg on top of that burger if you want.<\/p>\n

    Whiteville Mexican Restaurants<\/h3>\n

    Whiteville also has three Mexican restaurants that are always busy and should definitely get a mention. You can\u2019t go wrong with San Juan, San Jose, or Panchito’s<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

    If you\u2019re in the mood for seafood, then Dale\u2019s or Mark\u2019s<\/strong> is your place. Both offer your traditional seafood menu. One of the best sub sandwich joints ever is Slugger\u2019s Deli<\/strong>.\u00a0 You can get the freshest subs made in seconds.\u00a0 Let\u2019s not leave out breakfast. Cooked to order, small and quaint, very affordable are Sue\u2019s Diner, The Donut Shop, and Sophie\u2019s<\/strong>. All three also offer great lunch choices as well. You say you\u2019re full and can\u2019t hold dessert? Stop in at SweeDeePie Cheesecakes<\/strong> and order for the road. They offer several different kinds and all are delicious.<\/p>\n

    If you\u2019re driving through, chances are it is either breakfast, lunch, or dinner time, so stop in to as many of these named above and you\u2019ll be sure to remember small town Whiteville, NC!<\/p>\n

    All\u00a0areas in\u00a0Columbus County, NC\u00a0are eligible for 100% financing through our USDA Guaranteed Program:<\/h2>\n

    \"USDAA very favorable home loan for first time or move up buyers purchasing a primary residence that many forget about is a USDA Guaranteed Mortgage<\/strong><\/a>. To qualify for a USDA home loan<\/strong><\/a>, the property must be in an eligible area and the good thing about Columbus County is that the whole county including Whiteville and Lake Waccamaw are eligible.<\/p>\n

    Plus the median household income is well below the USDA household income limit ($86,850 for 1- 4 members, $114,650 for 5+ household size). So even if a buyer is looking to purchase a home for $400,000 in Lake Waccamaw or Timber Cove, it is possible that the buyer could use a USDA<\/strong><\/a> loan for 100% financing! There lots of other financing options like VA, Reverse Mortgages, vacation home financing, and much more.<\/p>\n

    Additional USDA Resources to read about:<\/strong><\/p>\n