The increasing frequency of home collapses and demolitions due to coastal erosion directly impacts homeowners, local communities, and the regional economy. Homeowners face significant financial losses, while communities grapple with declining property values and tax revenues. The tourism industry, a vital economic driver for the Outer Banks, is also threatened as beaches shrink and coastal landscapes are altered. The situation highlights the broader implications of climate change and the urgent need for sustainable coastal management strategies to protect vulnerable communities and ecosystems. Failing to address these issues will result in further property loss, economic instability, and environmental degradation.