Warning Signs to Look for When House Hunting
When youre house hunting, there are a few warning signs that you need to be on the lookout for. Sellers donrsquo;t always disclose the whole truth to potential buyers, and itrsquo;s impossible to have...
View Article5 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Home
The new year is upon us, and you should make some resolutions for your home in 2016. Every home is different, but here are some recommendations that will be true for each and every household in...
View Article7 Reasons Why Your Home Isnt Selling
You put your home up for sale, but you realize that something is amiss: you simply cannot sell your home. If your home hasnt attracted a serious buyer, itrsquo;s time to look at the reasons why and...
View ArticleYour Guide to Saving Money for a Down Payment
For many home buyers, saving enough money for a down payment is the hardest part of the buying process. Some buyers have to wait years until theyrsquo;ve saved the 3.5 to 5 needed to put down for a...
View ArticleWhy Downtown Charleston Homes Sell Quickly
Over the past 6 months, wersquo;ve watched numerous homes in Downtown Charleston sell within mere hours of being listed. While sellers are enjoying the strong market that works in their favor, the...
View ArticlePros and Cons of Living on James Island
James Island has one of the strongest housing markets in tri-county Charleston because it sees a steady demand from home buyers each year. For people who want to live close to Downtown Charleston and...
View ArticleDIY Home Projects to Avoid
Itrsquo;s tempting to get inspired by a home renovation show and try to save money by doing house renovation projects yourself. However, some tasks absolutely require a professional. Refinishing a...
View Article5 Tips to Save Money on Home Insurance
As home insurance rates continue to rise, owners are looking for discounts and competitive premiums now more than ever. In an effort to save money, some home owners opt to reduce the amount of...
View ArticleCharleston Ranks in 10 Trendiest Cities You Can Afford
This past week Realtor.com named Charleston among its 10 Trendiest U.S. Cities That You Can Still Afford. To determine this ranking, Realtor compared 500 cities using these factors: Cultural outlets...
View ArticleReal Estate Near College of Charleston
College of Charleston students, parents, and the occasional staff often ask us for recommendations on investment properties. Regardless of whorsquo;s purchasing the home, they all seem to have the...
View ArticleLive Mermaids at the South Carolina Aquarium
From March 28 to April 3, the South Carolina Aquarium will host the world famous Weeki Wachee Mermaids from Weeki Wachee Springs, Florida. This group of three underwater entertainers will perform a...
View ArticleThe Strongest Real Estate Market Charleston Has Ever Seen
For the past few years, wersquo;ve watched Charlestonrsquo;s real estate market thrive with strong median price increases and diminishing DOM (Days On Market). However, in the past month, our market...
View ArticleWhy Was My Offer Rejected?
When home buyers find their perfect match and make an offer, it can be devastating to find out that the offer was rejected. Many buyers right now are underestimating their market and donrsquo;t...
View ArticleBigger Home or Better Location?
As real estate prices increase around the country, home buyers are having to make tough decisions regarding their needs and wants. As Realtors, we hear some of the same questions over and over when...
View ArticleHow Public Schools Affect Real Estate Values
For many home buyers, public schools are not a factor in finding a neighborhood or home. These buyers assume if they donrsquo;t have kids, the quality of schools wonrsquo;t make a difference in their...
View ArticleAdvice for Millennial Home Buyers
According to the National Association of Realtors, millennials make up 31 of home buyers. This group of buyers could make up a substantially larger percentage over the next year. Wersquo;ve put...
View Article7 Facts You Didn’t Know About Home Mortgages
You donrsquo;t have to be a mortgage guru to save money on your next home purchase. Wersquo;ve put together this list of lesser known facts and tips so that you can gleam some of the best advice...
View ArticleKid Friendly Things to Do in Charleston SC
With school getting out for the summer, we thought wersquo;d include some of the best kid friendly spots in Charleston in addition to your usual home listing update. Whether yoursquo;re looking to...
View ArticleNew Construction Homes in Hanahan SC
As one of Charlestonrsquo;s smallest suburbs, Hanahan can be a hard area to find new construction homes. Its more centralized location makes it convenient for buyers who think that Summerville and...
View ArticleWhy NOW is the Time to Sell Your Home in Charleston
Herersquo;s a glimpse into the Charleston real estate market year to date. These MLS stats compare the market this year to 2015, and numbers are pulled as of June 30 for all areas in the MLS: Closed...
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