I'm not too far from Wilmington and I'm right on the water. While I would be happy to lose several large trees, I'd like to keep some of the house. If the tide swells over 12 feet I'd have a flooding problem - but I don't think it ever has. I'd bet the probability is low that it will hit NC. We generally seem to luck out. It could put a big dent in Florida though or just burn out at sea.
I hope your right. The coast of NC dares a hurricane to hit.
(BTW, I may post a pick of your port, it is massive)
If your near the line I would start preps. At a minimum get boards for your windows. At worst you can use them again.
Book a hotel 100mi inland now. Pick a good one with 24 hours notice. Cancel if the storm goes out to open sea.