You’re smart. You’re doing your research about home buying and homeownership (like you are right now!), so you feel like you’re prepared to avoid common home buying pitfalls. But you’ll soon find that once you’ve moved in, there is a whole new list of common problems that plague unwary first-time homeowners. To help you make […]
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6 Things to Know Before Moving to Mt. Pleasant
Life in Mt. Pleasant is extraordinary. Enjoy vibrant oceanfront sunsets, charming beaches, and plenty of high-class shopping in this community. Whether you’re seeking a vacation home or year-round living near the coast, Mt. Pleasant is a wonderful option. Before you take the plunge, here are 6 things you should know about Mt. Pleasant. 1. You’ll […]
Do You Know What These Crucial Real Estate Acronyms Mean?
Acronyms are tossed around like crazy in the real estate world, which can be confusing to even the most veteran home buyers. But don’t worry — it doesn’t take long to learn the language. Here’s a quick list of the most widely used home buying acronyms and what they actually mean. Of course, if you’d […]
Considering a Second Home in Mount Pleasant? 5 Signs Now is the Time to Buy!
Purchasing a vacation home is a big decision—a second mortgage is a big responsibility. But if you’ve been thinking of buying a second home in Mount Pleasant, it’s time to start seriously considering making a purchase. Here are 5 great reasons now is the right time to buy a home in Mount Pleasant. 1. The […]
Jumpstart the New Year: 3 Goals for Your Home
6 Ways to Save for Your Down Payment
A Quick Guide to Tax-Deductible Donations in Your Home
In the season of giving, many local organizations and businesses often accept donations of clothing, household goods, and other gently used items to help those in need. Homeowners looking to downsize or preparing for a move (or just clearing up some space at home) can not only pay it forward by donating to a local […]
12 Month-by-Month Goals for Your New Home
‘Tis the season — for goal planning, that is! Many people spend December reflecting on the year and creating a list of goals to aim for in the New Year, and recent home buyers are no exception. If you’re thinking about ways to preserve that “new-to-you” feeling in your home and keep the clutter at […]
Transform Your Home with These Timeless Seasonal Color Schemes
Nothing can transform a home quite like a simple seasonal color palette. Whether you want to embrace the fall foliage, some holiday whimsy, or a little winter coziness, you can do all that with a few coats of paint and some well-placed splashes of color. The best part of all? Not only are these color […]
What You Need to Know About Low-Maintenance Communities
Picture this: It’s winter. It’s freezing. You still need to clear the last of the leaves from your lawn, but you’re finding every excuse to stay huddled inside your warm home and out of the cold, biting air. More than ever, you’re wishing your yard work would just do itself. Sound familiar? Maintenance and lawn […]