FHA Increasing Mortgage Insurance Rates In April 2012

Fri, Mar 2nd 2012 5:48 pm by Alan Donald Alans Listings

FHA Increasing Mortgage Insurance Rates In April 2012

From the US Department of Housing and Urban Development's website:

"WASHINGTON – As part of ongoing efforts to encourage the return of private capital in the residential mortgage market and strengthen the Federal Housing Administration’s (FHA) Mutual Mortgage Insurance Fund, Acting FHA Commissioner Carol Galante today announced a new premium structure for FHA-insured single family mortgage loans.  FHA will increase its annual mortgage insurance premium (MIP) by 0.10 percent for loans under $625,500 and by 0.35 percent for loans above that amount.  Upfront premiums (UFMIP) will also increase by 0.75 percent. 

These premium changes wi...




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Panoramic Views of Marsh - Daniel Island SC Real Estate $809,500 - 228 Beresford Creek St Charleston, SC MLS# 1204897

Fri, Mar 2nd 2012 9:31 am by Daniel Island
228  BERESFORD CREEK ST Charleston, SC 29492
$809,500 - 228 Beresford Creek St Charleston, SC @ Daniel Island
MLS#BR1204897Class:ResidentialStatus:Active
Beds:4Baths:3 Full / 1 Half
- This lovely elevated home offers far reaching, panoramic views of the Lowcountry marsh from the back and views of a tranquil pond in the front. - Watch the swaying saltwater marsh grasses and the beauty of nature unfold from the rear screened porch or large deck. - Lots of outdoor living space including a nicely landscaped backyard with a c...

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Charleston Single Home Overlooking Golf Course - Wild Dunes Real Estate $650,000 MLS# 1204925

Fri, Mar 2nd 2012 9:25 am by Mount Pleasant Listings
12  COMMONS COURT Isle Of Palms, SC 29451
$650,000 - 12 Commons Court Isle Of Palms, SC @ Wild Dunes
MLS#BR1204925Class:ResidentialStatus:Active
Beds:3Baths:3 Full / 1 Half
Charleston single house overlooking 3 fairways of the Links Course. Open floor plan with plenty of light. Porches, decks and screened porch can be enjoyed year round. Being sold unfurnished but furnishings are negotiable. Hardwood floors on first floor and carpet on second floor. Each bedroom has its own bath. Hurricane shutters are stored in...

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Magnificent Harbor Views - Luxury Condo - Mt Pleasant SC Real Estate $800,000 MLS# 120914

Fri, Mar 2nd 2012 9:19 am by Mount Pleasant Listings
172  N  PLAZA  CT Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
$800,000 - 172 N Plaza Ct Mount Pleasant, SC @ The Renaissance On Charleston Harbor
MLS#BR1204914Class:ResidentialStatus:Active
Beds:3Baths:2 Full / 1 Half
Magnificent views from every room of this 7th floor condo. Semi private elevator opens in your unit. Custom made stain glass and lead front door. Three bedrooms, two and half baths. Bamboo floors in foyer, living and dining. Crown molding in most rooms. Breakfast room has a bay window. Sliding door from dining, living and master bedroom lead ...

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Renovated Brick Home 7 minutes from Downtown Charleston - Mount Pleasant SC Home for Sale $499,000 MLS# 1204954

Fri, Mar 2nd 2012 9:13 am by Mt Pleasant Real Estate Market
250  COINBOW CIR Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
$499,000 - 250 Coinbow Cir Mount Pleasant, SC @ Hobcaw Point
MLS#BR1204954Class:ResidentialStatus:Active
Beds:3Baths:2 Full / N/A
This ranch was totally renovated with a kitchen addition 1995. Corian Counter tops, large island with sink, double wall ovens, gas cooktop, Bosch dishwasher. This is a serious chef's kitchen. Very large kitchen/bar/dinette area. Formal LR, DR in addition to large kitchen dinette area. This house is perfect for entertaining. Dinner party for 2...

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ONE-ACRE LOT IN LUXURY, GATED GOLF COMMUNITY - Awendaw, SC Real Estate $109,900 MLS# 1204922

Fri, Mar 2nd 2012 9:07 am by Land
4325  ROYAL NEW KENT CT Awendaw, SC 29429
$109,900 - 4325 Royal New Kent Ct Awendaw, SC @ Rice Fields At Bulls Bay
MLS#BR1204922Class:Vacant LandStatus:Active
Acres:0.98# Lots:N/A
Large building lot consists of almost an acre on a tucked away cul-de-sac with privacy and great views. This lot offers privacy to the right and views from the rear of the property of ponds and golf course. The Rice Fields at Bulls Bay Lot owners are required to be approved by and join the private Bulls Bay Golf Club. The one of a kind clubho...

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Update on BB&T's CHIP Mortgage Loan Program

Wed, Feb 29th 2012 10:04 am by Alan Donald Mortgages

Mother & daughter

BB&T has changed their guidelines for their CHIP loan program as follows:

  1. 100% financing for HH income under $50,400 in any area, with min. credit score of 680
  2. 97% financing for HH income under $63,000 in any area, with min. credit score of 620 (no mortgage insurance)
  3. 97% financing for HH income under $75,600 in underserved areas only, with min. credit score of 620 and no mortgage insurance.

These programs may still be an attractive alternative to FHA loans!

For more information about buying a home with the CHIP program, please call us on 843-416-1434.




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Gorgeous Brick Home - Brickyard - Mt Pleasant SC Homes for Sale MLS# 1204802 $465,900

Tue, Feb 28th 2012 3:25 pm by Mount Pleasant Listings
2759  WATERPOINTE CIRCLE Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
$465,900 - 2759 Waterpointe Circle Mount Pleasant, SC @ Brickyard
MLS#BR1204802Class:ResidentialStatus:Active
Beds:3Baths:2 Full / 1 Half
Beautiful custom built home by the owners that has been meticulously cared for! Solid brick exterior with mature landscaping and sits upon a lovely lot in a wonderful family neighborhood. As you enter there is an open entry foyer with a sweeping staircase leading to the spacious upstairs bedrooms and finished FROG. The Great Room boasts 19 ft...

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HAMLIN PLANTATION Townhome at Great Price! Mount Pleasant SC Real Estate MLS#1204865 $194,900

Tue, Feb 28th 2012 3:20 pm by Mount Pleasant Listings
3532  BILLINGS ST Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
$194,900 - 3532 Billings St Mount Pleasant, SC @ Hamlin Plantation
MLS#BR1204865Class:ResidentialStatus:Active
Beds:3Baths:2 Full / 1 Half
TOP 10 REASONS YOU WANT TO BUY 3532 BILLING STREET 1. LARGE KITCHEN IS OPEN TO THE FAMLY ROOM WITH A BAY WINDOW AND EAT IN AREA. THE WHOLE OPEN ROOM HAS VIEWS OF THE PORCH AND WOODED AREA OUT BACK 2. END UNIT WITH EXTRA WINDOWS CREATING A BRIGHT NATURALLY LIT SETTING 3. CONVENIENT PARKING IN THR FRONT AND BACK OF THE HOME, CENTRALLY LOCATED I...

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MAJESTIC One-Story Home - Daniel Island SC Real Estate MLS# 1204762 $1,550,000

Tue, Feb 28th 2012 3:15 pm by Daniel Island
321  ISLAND PARK DR Charleston, SC 29492
$1,550,000 - 321 Island Park Dr Charleston, SC @ Daniel Island
MLS#BR1204762Class:ResidentialStatus:Active
Beds:3Baths:3 Full / 1 Half
Majestic One Story Home on Fabulous Corner Lot with Gorgeous Private Views of the Lagoon and Golf course. From the Grand Exterior Architectural Design to all the Interior Quality Features this house is sure to satisfy high expectations. Grand Front Concrete Columns surround Front Porch overlooking Beautifully Designed Tiered Landscaping. Exte...

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LUXURY NEW CONSTRUCTION IN DUNES WEST - Mount Pleasant SC Real Estate MLS# 1204474 $1,225,000

Tue, Feb 28th 2012 3:11 pm by Mount Pleasant Listings
2131  SHELL RING CIR Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
$1,225,000 - 2131 Shell Ring Cir Mount Pleasant, SC @ Dunes West
MLS#BR1204474Class:ResidentialStatus:Active
Beds:4Baths:4 Full / 1 Half
Custom designed home to be built in Dunes West, a private gated community! This home is situated on over an acre deepwater lot with dock permit located on Toomer Creek with access to Wando River. This home is designed for true southern living at its best! Quality exterior features include Stucco foundation with beaded Hardi Plank siding, Arch...

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LAKEFRONT in Center Lake - Mount Pleasant SC Homes for Sale MLS# 1204768

Tue, Feb 28th 2012 3:07 pm by Mount Pleasant Listings
1370  CENTER LAKE DR Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
$310,000 - 1370 Center Lake Dr Mount Pleasant, SC @ Center Lake
MLS#BR1204768Class:ResidentialStatus:Active
Beds:4Baths:2 Full / N/A
LAKEFRONT property!!! Two patios great views overlooking the lake!!! Rare 4 bedroom Home. Open floor plan with large Family room with Fireplace. Eat-in Kitchen and a large 2nd floor Loft. Great location near Mamie p. Whitesides grade school,the Beaches,great shopping areas,Ravenel Bridge & HWY526. Center Lake & Hidden Lakes Subdivision shares...

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Great Price for 3+ acre Lot in Pepper Plantation - Mount Pleasant SC Real Estate MLS# 2634326 $225,000

Tue, Feb 28th 2012 2:58 pm by Mount Pleasant Listings
0  OLD ROSEBUD TRAIL Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
$225,000 - 0 Old Rosebud Trail Mount Pleasant, SC @ Pepper Plantation
MLS#2634326Class:Vacant LandStatus:Active
Acres:3.28# Lots:N/A
GREAT PRICE! Build your dream home on this gorgeous 3.28 acre corner lot in beautiful Pepper Plantation. This lot really stands out with (2) adjacent ponds! One is 1.685 acres and the other is 0.484 acres. Also located in the subdivision is a beautiful (11) acre lake with a dock. You have the feel of country living while being close to shoppi...

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All the Trimmings-Hamlin Plantation - Mount Pleasant SC Real Estate $459,900 - 1345 Osmond Rd Mount Pleasant, SC

Thu, Feb 23rd 2012 7:52 am by Mount Pleasant Listings
1345  OSMOND RD Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
$459,900 - 1345 Osmond Rd Mount Pleasant, SC @ Hamlin Plantation
MLS#1204237Class:ResidentialStatus:Active
Beds:4Baths:3 Full / N/A
THIS BEAUTIFUL LOW COUNTRY STYLE 4 BEDROOM, 3 FULL BATHROOM HOME SITS ON A GREAT LOT WITH A PRIVATE BACK YARD ON THE POND * THIS HOME FEATURES CLASSIC FULL FRONT PORCH * LARGE FOYER W/ HARDWOOD FLOORS * SEPARATE DINING ROOM WITH TRAY CEILINGS, CROWN MOLDING, CHAIR RAIL AND WAINSCOTING * GUEST BEDROOM ON THE FIRST FLOOR * FAMILY ROOM IS OPEN T...

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Cheapest in Longpoint! Mt. Pleasant SC Homes for Sale $224,900 - 528 Castlehall Rd Mount Pleasant, SC @ Longpoint

Thu, Feb 23rd 2012 7:47 am by Mount Pleasant Listings
528  CASTLEHALL RD Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
$224,900 - 528 Castlehall Rd Mount Pleasant, SC @ Longpoint
MLS#BR1204267Class:ResidentialStatus:Active
Beds:3Baths:2 Full / N/A
One of the Lowest Priced One-Level Homes in the very desirable Longpoint subdivison! This is one of the few one-level homes in Mount Pleasant. This lot has many mature trees offering an abundance of shade with a fully fenced backyard that is quite private. The Family room boasts Hardwood floors, Vaulted ceilings, and a double-sided Wood Burni...

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New Construction - Great Schools - Mount Pleasant SC Real Estate $206,990 - 1183 Landau Ln Mount Pleasant, SC @ Carriage Hill Landing

Thu, Feb 23rd 2012 7:40 am by Mount Pleasant Listings
1183  LANDAU LN Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
$206,990 - 1183 Landau Ln Mount Pleasant, SC @ Carriage Hill Landing
MLS#BR1204394Class:ResidentialStatus:Active
Beds:3Baths:2 Full / 1 Half
PROPOSED/NEW CONSTRUCTION OF THE JACKSON MODEL! ***** BUILDER IS OFFERING INCENTIVES FOR LIMITED TIME, CONTACT AGENT FOR DETAILS! ***** This GORGEOUS home has a very low country look and boasts an extremely spacious and open first level floor plan. This open floor plan is great for entertaining or family living. All three bedrooms are located...

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Old Village - New Construction - Mt Pleasant SC Real Estate $1,175,000 - 313 Royall Ave Mount Pleasant, SC @ Old Village

Thu, Feb 23rd 2012 7:35 am by Mount Pleasant Listings
313  ROYALL AVE Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
$1,175,000 - 313 Royall Ave Mount Pleasant, SC @ Old Village
MLS#BR1204313Class:ResidentialStatus:Active
Beds:3Baths:2 Full / N/A
Located on a large lot in the heart of the historic Old Village section of Mt. Pleasant, looking out over a three acre park, one block from Charleston Harbor, and minutes from downtown Charleston and Sullivan's Island beaches, this home is the ultimate in sophistication and convenience. Approximately 2900 square feet of luxurious living space, a...

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Perfect for Beach Lovers - Sullivans Island SC Real Estate MLS 1204396

Thu, Feb 23rd 2012 7:23 am by Real Estate
1711  ATLANTIC AVE Sullivans Island, SC 29482
$1,295,000 - 1711 Atlantic Ave Sullivans Island, SC @ Sullivans Island
MLS#BR1204396Class:ResidentialStatus:Active
Beds:4Baths:2 Full / 1 Half
MAGNIFICENT BEACH HOME with a deeded beach access less than approximately 200ft form the Atlantic Ocean. This is truly one of the Locals Best locations on Sullivan's Island. There's also a Crow's Nest with an ocean view and an in-ground Pool. There are Classic Beachhouse wood floors and wood interior walls. Plenty of room downstairs for a boa...

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SHOULD WE OBTAIN A SURVEY?

Wed, Feb 22nd 2012 10:41 pm by Alan Donald Real Estate

SHOULD WE OBTAIN A SURVEY?

Contributed by David Santos, Real Estate Attorney, Dodds & Hennessy, Charleston, SC 

SurveyMany mortgage lenders have recently adopted a policy of not requiring a current as-built survey to be obtained in connection with their loan. They have adopted this policy because most title insurance companies have recently agreed to insure them (the lender) against loss or damage for matters which would have been disclosed by a survey of the property. Unfortunately, most title insurance companies have not agreed to provide owners with the same survey coverage unless a current survey is obtained.

The effect of this is the obtaining of a survey in connection with the purchase...




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All the Trimmings in Hamlin Plantation - $459,900 - 1345 Osmond Rd MLS# 1204237 Mount Pleasant SC Real Estate

Tue, Feb 21st 2012 3:22 pm by Alan Donald Mount Pleasant Listings
1345  OSMOND RD Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
Mount Pleasant SC Real Estate - $459,900 - 1345 Osmond Rd Mount Pleasant, SC @ Hamlin Plantation Call 843-416-1434 to View This Home in Person
MLS#1204237Class:ResidentialStatus:Active
Beds:4Baths:3 Full / N/A
THIS BEAUTIFUL LOW COUNTRY STYLE 4 BEDROOM, 3 FULL BATHROOM HOME SITS ON A GREAT LOT WITH A PRIVATE BACK YARD ON THE POND * THIS HOME FEATURES CLASSIC FULL FRONT PORCH * LARGE FOYER W/ HARDWOOD FLOORS * SEPARATE DINING ROOM WITH TRAY CEILINGS, CROWN MOLDING, CHAIR RAIL AND WAINSCOTING * GUEST BEDROOM ON THE FIRST FLOOR * FAMILY ROOM IS OPEN T...

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