As-is homes can become sticky situations. And, as Realtors, we try to avoid working with as-is homes because they are notorious for major problems – not to mention liability. Fortunately, we can say that we’ve never encountered such problems simply ...

As more and more buyers are wanting energy-efficient and green homes, builders and sellers are trying to meet this growing demand. In the past few months, the MLS (Multiple Listing Service) has incorporated a green features section on every MLS report wh...

Charleston, South Carolina is one of the oldest port cities in the United States. The Charleston Harbor has a rich history involving wars and pirates, and this history brings millions of visitors each year to the area. Charleston is also known for prese...

Many buyers search for South Carolina real estate but don’t know where exactly in the state to live. I’ve listed below 5 of the most popular places to relocate in South Carolina. Columbia is South Carolina’s capital, and a lot of people choose t...

Looking for beach real estate in the Charleston, SC area? You’ll find 6 beaches in Charleston to choose from, and each one has a different feel to it. Folly Beach is one of the most popular for residents and tourists. This is partly because it’s ...

Few cities in the country have a style of house all their own. The Chicago bungalow and the Cape Cod are two styles that come to mind for having specific architecture associated with the area. In Charleston, SC, you’ll find what’s called the Charles...

If you’re planning a trip to Charleston, there are several sites and attractions that should be on your list of things to do. I’ve included a list of the top 10 below! 1) The Battery has some of the most photographed homes in Charleston. You can...

Whether you’re interviewing listing agents, meeting with your listing agent for the first time, or following up with your agent after listing your home, there are some definite points that you should go over so that you can learn what to expect as a sel...

So, you’re thinking about selling your home, but you don’t want to pay a Realtor fee to a listing agent. These fees usually range from about 2-5% of the selling price of the home. This fee is always negotiable (in other words, there is no set fee am...

Finding homes to rent are pretty easy. And, of course, there is a huge selection of homes to buy right now. However, finding homes that are rent to own can be very difficult. We’ve gotten more questions about rent to own homes in the past 5 months th...

Sellers around the country are finding it increasingly difficult to sell their homes. Two years ago sellers could put their homes on the MLS and slap a for sale sign in the yard, and buyers would inevitably come. You could even do a For Sale By Owner, a...

Some of the best advice I can give for getting a home loan is to start early. I’ve included some information in this article to help you get started. Even if your time frame for buying a home is a year away, it’s a good idea to talk with a home loan...

As real estate agents, we get a lot of questions about financing a home. With the credit crunch that we’re seeing right now with home loans, I wanted to write just briefly about how buyers can build credit before they buy. If you know that you’ll be...

We get a lot of questions about schools in Charleston, SC – especially from home buyers relocating to Charleston. When clients tell us they want to be in a good public school district, we give them some of the resources we’ve collected over the years...

Home buyers looking for newer houses on James Island, SC will find that there are far more older homes to choose from compared to newer ones. Although the selection of new homes is smaller, there are still quite a few good communities for buyers to consi...