Perhaps it is the low gas prices, the weather or their biological clocks, but whatever the reason baby boomers have landed in the Hilton Head area and like what they see.  Just like geese flocking south, these boomers are settling in and taking up real estate in a big way.  Below are the sales that have occurred year to date.  If you think that it will get easier to find great property in the spring, our advice is “Don’t take a chance on time”.

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We are celebrating our Two year Anniversary at Hilton Head Properties.  These first years have been amazing and we appreciate the support we have received from our clients and friends. We know we are in business because of you and will never take this for granted. Read the rest of this entry

Price Improvements for End of Year Shoppers

Step into the New Year with a fun Hilton Head Property.  Right now interest rates, great values, great properties and fantastic rentals make this the perfect time to purchase a Hilton Head property.  As well, buying this time of year allows you to hit the ground running in the new year with rental income.  If you are ready to get started we have listed below some great villa opportunities on Hilton Head  Island below.  Call us anytime for more information on any of these properties.  We can email you floor plans, rental histories(noted below), additional photos, expenses of ownership and the seller disclosure on file, simply email us at Robbie@robbiebunting.com or call me anytime at (843)785-7111 ext 1.  Thank you.

Just Click on any of the Photos below for the visual tour and more information. 

41 The Moorings in Palmetto Dunes $339,000(over $25,000 in owner direct rentals)

39 Fazio Villa in Palmetto Dunes – $329,000 ($25,000 to $30,000 projected)

7627 Huntington Villas in Palmetto Dunes – $419,000(over $37,000 in 2014)

9B The Links in Port Royal – $449,000 (over $30,000 in 2014)

602 Barrington Park in Palmetto Dunes – $539,000(almost $40,000 projected)

422 Captains Walk in Palmetto Dunes – $749,000 (over $60,000 in 2014)

441 Captains Walk in Palmetto Dunes – $948,000 (over $70,000 in 2104)

Sellers and buyers take note, the busiest selling season on Hilton Head Real Estate is not summer!  Summertime, the agenda for most visitors is a vacation with maybe a quick last minute visit with a local Realtor.  Actually, the best two selling seasons are Spring and Fall with the biggest selling months October and April on  Hilton Head Island.

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View has a big impact on the ultimate market time and selling price of Hilton Head Real Estate.  That’s because Hilton Head buyers determine value based on the view out the back door.   The bigger the view, the bigger the price.  This can make identical villas in the same community vary in value by thousands of dollars and is typically factored in when buying or selling a Hilton Head Property.

Determining View Value on Hilton Head

View value on Hilton Head can be determined by comps, past histories, market research or a knowledgeable local Realtor.  One way to determine view value is to “shop” or compare similar properties in the neighborhood with equal views.  Because the value of Hilton Head real estate is based on view, values on Zillow and Trulia are usually off.  If you are wondering what the true view value is, shoot me an email, call me at (843)785-71111 or pop in anytime.  Thank  you.

1.  The town charges a quarter of one percent transfer fee.  The transfer fee is typically paid for by the purchaser and is used to purchase lands that have been turned into parks or green space.  The town has now accumulated over 1000 acres.  The fee is collected by Beaufort County and turned over to the town.

2.  Many of the Hilton Head Island communities charge a transfer fee.  While this fee can be paid by the buyer or seller in negotiation, many of the communities are using this fee to update their infrastructure.  You can review the community transfer fees  and contact the appropriate manager for more information.

3.  Buyers Agency.  Buyers can get representation in a real estate transaction and the agent will paid by the published co-op offered by the seller.  Buyers benefit working with knowledgeable agents with buyer representation when it comes time to negotiate, contingencies, market insights and getting the property to closing.

4.   Closings require an attorney for both the buyer and seller.  South Carolina does not offer title companies or round table closings with everyone at the same table.  Purchasers and sellers choose an attorney for closing.  The attorneys will than do the work necessary to close the property and arrange the exchange of the monies and keys after all the documents are signed and delivered.

5.  Hilton Head Market Trends are local.  How much negotiation can you expect on a villa over 1 million.  How long should it take to sell your home if it is properly priced?  These answers are not that difficult to answer with our Monthly Market Trend Report.  This market research gives a snapshot of the market and helps guide a buyer or seller when they are negotiating.

6.  Hilton Head Property Taxes.  Taxes are always billed in arrears and the seller will be crediting the buyer for the time that they have owned the property on the settlement statement based on their status of resident(4%) or non-resident(6%).  These taxes are based on millage and can be computed here.

It all starts with a listing and a REALTOR.  We are closing this week on a Hilton Head Property and it’s absolutely amazing how many people have been involved in the sale.  Real Estate creates jobs.  From the time a listing is signed to the final closing this small event is a ripple in our economy that turns into waves.  Some of these jobs are evident, but hang on for the Tsunami.  We have identified 70 jobs from the first property sold.  Imagine the ripple effect. Read the rest of this entry

Our Hilton Head Real Estate Advisory is “Do Be Careful” as our real estate Storm Warning stays in effect for the rest of 2014 .   We are experiencing a Blizzard Of Buyers 2014 in Hilton Head’s off-season and the wind chill feels like this trend will continue.   This forecast is the result of an awesome 2013 real estate year with high pressures building on cold climate buyers looking to be warm and wet.

Factors driving this severe move

The buyers barometric pressure has escalated  for the past few years as they sat on the fence waiting for clear skies.  With little comfort of global warming, these baby boomer buyers are scouring the internet in search of a warm front.  Stay tuned for more updates on this severe buyer storm warning.  We have included our real estate glossary below: Read the rest of this entry

Are you wondering what the Hilton Head Real Estate Market activity has been recently?  We have put together market research which is easy to understand.  Our monthly market updates will include trends keeping an eye on sales, inventories, negotiations and market research that can help you save time and or money. Read the rest of this entry

The one thing that has been warming up recently is buyers shopping for Hilton Head vacation properties on the internet.  Web shoppers are once again thinking about warmer places as temperatures hit single and negative digits around our country.  While everyone is cold right now, Hilton Head’s weekends forecast is in the 70’s.  While snow or cold bound, we have listed below information to help Hilton Head Shoppers find a warmer spot this winter. Read the rest of this entry