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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Even if you did not appeal your taxes last year by December 15, 2013, there is still an opportunity to file an appeal this October and before January 15, 2015.   If successful in your appeal, you could enjoy savings for the next four years(rather than five) as our county assesses properties every five years. Read the rest of this entry

“It’s All About Home!”

“It’s All About Home!” is a 40 page Low Country Guide that includes maps, community information, local weather, areas of interest, real estate and resorts in the Hilton Head, Bluffton and Daufuskie areas.  This magazine also includes residential and resort properties available for purchase or rental. 

A few Articles

• Hilton Head’s Guardian Angel – The gulf stream protects the Hilton Head Area.
• 14 Day Test for Vacation Properties – Learn about vacation property ownership.
• Transfer Fees and Membership Costs – Find out about fees and membership costs.

The aerial photo drone is a game changer in marketing resort real estate.  Selling resort real estate is not just about marketing property, it’s about selling lifestyle and amenities.  High resolution aerial photography shows the location to nearby value builders including the beach, golf, tennis, marinas, marshes and lagoons.  We are now using aerial photography in all of our Hilton Head listings as it helps us sell the sizzle.  Read the rest of this entry

We have put together a chart of the Hilton Head Area communities, their POA fees(association costs), whether membership is required or optional, their location and what their transfer fees are(if any).  We will be updating this on a regular basis.  Please let us know if you have any questions or updated information.

We have done our best to verify these fees and charges, but they are subject to verification by all parties. The communities and golf courses listed here have been hyperlinked to their official website. This will make it easier to review these communities from your community. If you are planning to visit the area, please note that many of the properties in the Hilton Head Area are located in private communities behind security gates and can only be accessed with a Realtor.  If you find a great Hilton Head Property, please contact one of our agents or your Realtor to make arrangements today.

 One shot at a great first impression – Buyers no longer jump in the car to check out a property.  In fact, over 90% of all real estate searches start on the internet.  Therefore, just as important as mowing the lawn and painting the front door in anticipation of the buyer are high quality photos and content on the internet.   We all have passed over the listing with dark photos and “Great House” in the remarks looking for something better.  The first impression makes a difference more than ever on the internet. Read the rest of this entry

Sometimes property owners are faced with the question, “Do I sell or rent my home?”  The answer depends  upon the current real estate market, home equity, (The difference between market value and mortgage value on    the home) and the property owner’s goals or circumstances. Read the rest of this entry

April represents spring beautifully on Hilton Head.  Not only is the Island busting out right now in bloom, but the temperatures are floating in the high 70’s, cool and fresh.  Some of Hilton Head’s biggest outdoor events are celebrated in April including the RBC Heritage, Easter Sunrise Beach Service, Historic walk/talks, farmers markets, Art Markets, Easter Eggstravaganza, Gregg Russell under the Liberty Oak, Mitchelville 5K, Reggae Run, Tour the Nina & Pinta, Salty Dog Easter Egg Hunt, and Hilton Head Air Days.

Come Celebrate Spring and April on Hilton Head

We have some great places for you to stay on Hilton Head Island including Oceanfront Resorts, luxury homes and villas.  Just let us know your travel dates via email and we will introduce you to Hilton Head beauty.  Thank  you.

If you’re currently trying to sell your property in the Hilton Head Area, great news: it’s about to get very, very busy for you and I.  That’s because national real estate experts are projecting that this spring will see even more home buying activity than is already expected for this time of year. Read the rest of this entry

Great News...about the Hilton Head Area.  We have put together a list of recent awards and accolades with links to these articles.  It is our hope that these will inspire you to make a trip or send an  inquiry to us or your REALTOR about the great properties and awesome place we live in.  138 properties sold since March 1st just on the Island and we will try to save you a seat!  Read the rest of this entry