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ABOUT US

top-notch in NC is a multifaceted company and resource for luxury home design, lifestyle, financial literacy, and rental property investors & STR operators. We hope to inspire our community to build a legacy and find financial freedom, while finding beauty and joy along the way!

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Issue #2: Keys & Capital - Our story & the WHY

The video on our homepage, of two babies running on the beach at our Topsail Beach property with not a care in the world, is more than a dream. Both of our top-notch in NC owners started from scratch - working their way through college and finishing with not much more than school debt and big dreams. Fast forward to today….

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PROPERTY HIGHLIGHT: Luxury by the Sea | Your Coastal Retreat in North Topsail Beach, NC

Looking for a beach house rental on the coast of North Carolina that actually feels luxurious, clean, and complete? You’ve found it. Welcome to your professionally designed, eco-conscious, family-ready coastal retreat—where every detail is curated for comfort, joy, and unforgettable memories. This home is the MVP of amenities and will impress you with the attention to detail, warmth, and thoughtful accommodations.

Elevate your coastal experience to the NC crystal blue waters!!

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PROPERTY HIGHLIGHT: #bullcity cottage near Duke and downtown, in Durham, NC

Looking for a vacation rental in Durham, NC that actually delivers on comfort, cleanliness, and charm? You’ve found it. Welcome to your #BullCity home away from home—a 3-bedroom boutique cottage that’s redefining what it means to stay local and live luxuriously.

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Issue #1: Keys & Capital

ISSUE #1: KEYS & CAPITAL | Unlocking opportunity through financial literacy, real estate & STRs

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Our First Season in Short-Term Rentals: Adventures in Hospitality, Hustle, and a Little Bit of Chaos

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Ready for guests! the #bullcity cottage

We did it! top-notch in NC purchased its first rental property (well, maybe second, more on that…) in December 2024. Why we did it, how to book your stay, and a dedication to our babies inside.