Category: Blog
Here you will find a collection of articles published in the East Coast Current magazine.
We print 10,000 hard copies each month that are distributed throughout Volusia County and we work with a handful of talented local freelance writers who have an on-going column published each month.
If you are interested in submitting an article for consideration you can email the Editor, Tiffany Evers, at ECCurrentEditor@gmail.com.
Here in New Smyrna Beach, being a Realtor® means more than helping someone buy or sell a home, it means being a trusted professional, a local expert, and an engaged member of the community. At the New Smyrna Beach Board of Realtors® (NSBBOR®), we’re proud to support members who are committed to lifelong learning, professional excellence, and meaningful community involvement. WHAT NSBBOR® SETS APART Each Read More » Continue reading Local Leadership: The People Behind the Profession
As we navigate the heart of summer, new data from the New Smyrna Beach Board of REALTORS® revealed a cooling in sales activity, a surge in listings, and longer times to close. These are clear signs that buyers are regaining leverage in Volusia County’s real estate market. As a local Realtor closely watching these shifts, I’m seeing firsthand how buyers now have more options and Read More » Continue reading More Homes, More Power: 2025 is the Year for Volusia Buyers
Volusia County is home to a remarkable cluster of iconic boat manufacturers. Boston Whaler, EdgeWater Power Boats, Everglades Boats, and Solace Boats are all located within 10 miles of each other. While each of these companies has its own unique identity, they all share a common influence: Bob Dougherty. THE BOSTON WHALER ERA Born Robert Joseph Dougherty, Bob was working as an industrial arts teacher Read More » Continue reading The Boat Coach: The Unsinkable Legacy of Bob Dougherty
Well, we made it! The summer break is winding down, and the countdown to back-to-school is officially on. Our family wrapped up our summer travels, and we’re planning to stick close to home until the school bell rings. One of our last big summer moments was celebrating my son Porter’s 10th birthday at Daytona Lagoon. He and a group of his little besties had the Read More » Continue reading Editor’s Letter: Cabanas, Community, and the Countdown to School
Inland boaters don’t have tides to contend with. However, if you boat on the Intracoastal Waterway, tides can be a big issue. Unlike a river which always flows the same direction, tides cause currents that can flow in totally opposite directions at different times of day. The closer you are to an inlet, the more dramatic the flow-sometimes reaching over five knots. This affects your Read More » Continue reading The Boat Coach: Don’t Get Caught with Your Tide Down
The law firm of Wright & Casey, P.A. is pleased to announce that attorney Barbara C. Reid has become board certified by The Florida Bar in the area of Condominium and Planned Development Law. Barbara Reid Earns Florida Bar Board Certification in Condominium Law Reid is one of only three attorneys in Volusia County to earn this certification. Board certification is the highest level of Read More » Continue reading Attorney Reid Attains Board Certification in Condominium and Planned Development Law
Florida Realty Posts is dedicated to making Realtors’ lives easier by handling all their sign installation needs quickly and professionally. The business provides 4×4 wooden posts for panels and riders, as well as installation for larger custom signs on commercial properties. Realtors can either mail their signs or have them picked up directly from the printer. All panels and riders are stored free of charge Read More » Continue reading Hassle-Free Sign Installation for Realtors From Florida Realty Posts
When disaster strikes—whether it’s a major hurricane or a plumbing leak that quietly caused thousands in damage—the first step to protecting your investment is being prepared. That’s where Trust Public Adjusting Group comes in. As one of Florida’s most experienced public adjusting firms, Trust Public Adjusting Group goes above and beyond traditional services by offering completely free property inspections and policy reviews. Why? Because we Read More » Continue reading Be Prepared Before the Storm: Free Property Inspections and Policy Reviews
Summer is here and so is travel season—and surprisingly enough, I’ve already been in the air more than once. I don’t usually fly, but lately I’ve been in full-on jet-setter mode. Scotty and I had never flown together before, so our first-ever flight as a couple happened at the end of May. We headed to Chicago to see our nephew, Judge, graduate from Navy Boot Read More » Continue reading Editor’s Letter: Jet-Setting, Road-Tripping and Celebrating It All
Boating has rules, even if they’re not always obvious. The International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea—known as COLREGS—help ensure safe navigation and prevent accidents. These rules apply to all vessels on the high seas and connected waterways, including the Intracoastal Waterway. The U.S. Coast Guard publishes the Navigation Rules and Regulations Handbook, which includes both international and inland rules and their annexes. What Are Read More » Continue reading The Boat Coach: Rules are Rules
