Those of us who have been in this industry for a long time have seen the signs of a market shift coming to our local market for a few months now. But the indicators can be confusing.
Let's take home prices; Home prices in South Mount Pleasant (29464) have been pretty flat for the last 12 months. And in the last 3 months prices have softened a little, perhaps when sellers who wanted to sell in early summer panicked and lowered their price expectations to get a buyer before the end of the summer.
The graph below shows the median sales price for single family, detached homes in zip 29464 (12-month moving average).
Although us Realtors do not have a great confidence in the ZEstimate(R) va...
When searching for a home, you may end up selecting a property in a community with a Homeowners Association (HOA). Before you buy, it’s important to know how HOAs work and what they mean for you.
Back in 2009 I wrote a blog post on the top 10 reasons some people may not like Charleston, SC (read below) which got more than 17,000 views! Ten years later, it's time to update this list. What would I change now? 
When buying a home, property taxes are one of the expenses that can make a significant difference in your monthly payment. Do you know how much you might pay for property taxes in your state or local area?
Here is your September 2019 calendar of events: 
Recently, Charleston City Council officials have been in a debate about asking the State to reopen the Spring-Fishburne project, which would help with drainage in the lowcountry, since Mayor Tecklenburg recently has proposed to ask the State Infrastructure Bank (SIB) for more funding for the Low Battery Wall project.
We all want to be good neighbors. But when it comes to selling your home, it’s not just about “keeping up with the Joneses.” It’s about outshining them at every opportunity!
In our “bigger is better” culture, there’s an expectation that each home should be larger and grander than the last. But life changes like divorce, kids leaving for college, or even the simple act of growing older can prompt us to find a smaller home that better suits our shifting needs and lifestyle.
The first day of classes is right around the corner with students returning to Berkeley and Dorchester County schools on the 19th and to Charleston County schools on the 21st. So be sure to grab some more days of fun before the kiddos go back to school and don't forget to inform them about "cooties"! 
June has arrived and so has the scorching heat! As a matter of fact, we hit the 100s in late May so get ready for a hot summer! The Spoleto Festival USA is now in full swing and you still have time to see some of the amazing and beautiful pieces. Father's Day is mid-month (16th) so don't forget to treat dad to a day of golf and celebrate him! There are tons of events going on this month, including many to help escape the heat. Be sure to check them out!