Nothing like a stabilized economy to kick vacation property sales into high gear! Prospective buyers for vacation homes and villas have been sitting on the fence waiting for signs that the economy was A-OK before sticking their big toe in the water. Factors including stable or increasing primary home values across the country and a rebound in stocks give way to confidence that is needed to buy a vacation property. With summer months ahead, the perfect Buyers storm for vacation properties is about to happen on Hilton Head Island. Here’s why: Read the rest of this entry
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”.
Nationally, mortgage applications increased 49% in the first week of January and 11% the week prior which is the strongest two week gain since December 2008(Housing Watch, Bank of America 1/15/2015). These lower mortgage rates are increasing the sales pace on Hilton Head Island and our phones are ringing, appointments are being made, contracts are being written and we are off to a great start. This is great news for the Hilton Head sellers, agents and buyers that can pick up their pace! Read the rest of this entry
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!” 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.
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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.
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As a Broker in Hilton Head for over 30 years, this collection of articles will help a visitor research the Hilton Head Area. There are many useful and fun articles. Enjoy.
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
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