Hilton Head Villa Remodeling Special!

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Update your villa’s kitchen and baths!

 

Web KitchenIf you own a villa or are looking at a villa that is in dire need of remodeling, we have asked our remodeler to provide a one stop shopping experience for your kitchen and bath!  He has done some pricing and found terrific deals that offer the opportunity to transform your villa.  If you are listed for sale or thinking of selling, or just want to enjoy your villa, this is a great time to remodel!  As an agent, this is great information  to know when you are selling a villa that needs updating! Read the rest of this entry



Hilton Head Realtor has your property covered!

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Why would you not want to be on every website in the World?

Because over 87% of all real estate purchases start on line, we post your Hilton Head Property on practically every website we can.  Having many different websites for your property is like having several billboards around the world.  You simply do not know how the buyer is going to search or find us, but we know that we have the web covered.  Below are the bigger websites we have listed our properties for sale on.  Read the rest of this entry



Buying or refinancing on Hilton Head?

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Get a free credit report today!

Now is an incredible time for you to purchase a new property or look at refinancing your current property. To be sure you do not miss out on this opportunity Mortgage Network is offering a free credit report with every consultation.

All credit reports are not the same!

It is important to note that while credit reports are available online, the scores do not accurately reflect your score when being considered for mortgage purposes. Liabilities are weighted differently when the report is done for mortgage purposes rather than informational purposes. Our report will give you immediate insight into the interest rates and terms that are available based on your score.

All you need is the attached form and we will issue a report immediately. This is a $30 value.  Simply print the form and fax back to 843-785-6404 to the attention of David Crowell.

Looking forward to an exciting 2010!

David Crowell
Senior Loan Officer
Mortgage Network, Inc.

dcrowell@mortgagenetwork.com
1000 William Hilton Parkway
Suite 205
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Office: 843-842-4004
Fax: 843-785-6404



Free medical and fire alarms on Hilton Head!

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Interested in a free Medical and Fire Alarm on Hilton Head?

A note from Mark Zoran:

As a Fire Fighter I see many issues daily the could be prevented or lessened, only if measures had been in place to monitor a person or dwelling.

Why? First many people today NEED these items,  but they create a financial burden. Not only to the user but also their family. Some people may not need a medical alarm but have always wanted a monitored Smoke Alarm to speak for them when they can’t or are not home. 

I believe that Fire Damage and Injury can be costly, preventing it shouldn’t be.  So, with that said the alarm is FREE. What’s included? The base unit (about the size of an answering machine), an emergency button (worn as a pendant, wrist band, or a belt clip), and if requested, a Smoke Detector. Because of the nature of this setup, renters have an advantage. The system is wireless and does not require any permanent installation. So if you happen to move you can bring the alarm with you!

There is a monitoring fee that works out to about $0.83 a day or 24.99 monthly. (Many other companies charge between $35 and $50 monthly) This fee is Tax deductible as a medical expense and if the smoke detector is opted for, it may reduce Home Owners Insurance up to 26% in some cases (Please contact your Insurance Agent for details).

Obviously not everyone needs a Medical Alert System for their home, that is why we are offering the monitored smoke detector FREE as well. Many people have wanted a monitored smoke detector but were unable to justify the high initial costs incurred. Now people won’t have the worries of an initial investment.

This system may not apply to you. But how about your family, parents or friends. As we can ship these units anywhere, they don’t have to live in Beaufort County. It is my goal to supply all who want and need these alarms are allowed to have access to them. You can’t put a price on life safety. So I won’t.

Thank You
 
Mark Zoran
Owner / Operator
www.ImperialSecurityandWiring.com

888.479.3678 or 888.479.2329 

 Imperial Security & Wiring
Technically Driven. Totally Easy. IT made simple.



Palmetto Hall Market Update – December 2009

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Dear Palmetto Hall Property Owners, Friends and Clients~
 
Linked below, is the Palmetto Hall Market Update .  This report shows the active listings, the current pendings and the sold properties.  Please note the average price per square foot for the actives, pendings  and solds.  This can help in determining a quick valuation by mulitplying this number times your heated square footage.  Simply click on the link below to open this report:

        Click Here for the Palmetto Hall Market Update – December 2009
 
We would love it if you would forward this email to a client, friend or family member that has interest in the area.  We offer special closing gifts for our properties offered at www.robbiebunting.comPlease email us at robbie@robbiebunting.com anytime for information about the market, the Island or property.  Thank you.
 
From an Island with a great community called Palmetto Hall~
 
We are,
 
Robbie Bunting & Jane Hyers
 
P.S.  +++Click Here+++for the entire Island Market Trend report including homes, villas and lots – December 2009.



Leamington Market Update ~ December 2009

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Dear Leamington Property Owners, Friends and Clients~
 
Linked below, is the Leamington Market Update .  This report shows the active listings, the current pendings and the sold properties.  Please note the average price per square foot for the actives, pendings  and solds.  This can help in determining a quick valuation by mulitplying this number times your heated square footage.  Simply click on the link below to open this report:

        Please Click Here for the Leamington Market Update – December 2009
 
We would love it if you would forward this email to a client, friend or family member that has interest in the area.  We have arranged special financing for the homes we offer at www.robbiebunting.com
 
We are here for you.  Please feel free to email us at robbie@robbiebunting.com anytime.  Thank you.
 
From an Island with a great beach community called Leamington~
 
We are,
 
Robbie Bunting & Jane Hyers
 
P.S.  +++Click Here+++for the entire Island Market Trend report including homes, villas and lots – December 2009.



Hilton Head Real Estate Update and Things to do!

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Dear Clients, Friends & Fellow Associates ~
As a Realtor on Hilton Head Island I am often asked about three things.  The weather, the market and my family.  In order to save some time, I have summarized all of these in one handy print out.  So now when I meet a buyer I can hand this print out to them as we jump in the car.  Please CLICK HERE to read the rest of this story.  
 
Here are some other interesting links:
+++CLICK HERE for a possible $6,500 tax incentive to move!

 
+++CLICK HERE for my 30 day Marketing Calendar! 
 
+++CLICK HERE for Ideas for Islanders in the off season! 

 
+++CLICK HERE for Palmetto Previews Fall/Winter edition! 
 
+++CLICK HERE for this weeks fabulous Island properties!
 
At this time of year we like to reflect with gratitude on the year and the time we have ahead.  If you would be interested in visiting the Island in the months ahead +++CLICK HERE+++ for our special accomodation packages. 

Always thankful…

We are~ 

 
Robbie Bunting
& Jane Hyers 
800-932-3652 
 
P.S. Plan ahead now for Thanksgiving with pecan and pumpkin pies from Signes.  She will even cook your entire feast….+++CLICK HERE+++ for her holiday menu(click on the link in the middle of the page to see her menus)

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A tale of two sellers on Hilton Head Island!

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Dear Clients, Friends and Fellow Associates~

I once heard that one of the reasons a property may not sell is because “The seller is the highest bidder”.  Of course, sellers do control the pricing of their property and as their REALTOR we control the marketing for the property.  However, one of the services we provide every seller is value counseling throughout the listing.  This means if we see a trend up or down, we will suggest a value to a seller for consideration.  Most of the time our counsel is accepted, but there are times where we may wait literally months before a seller decides to go to that price.  Often however it is too late by then.  Here are two sellers, both of equal value homes.  One sold their home in 5 months, the other sold in 3 years. 

Seller One – Trusts the Expert on Hilton Head Island

I met Mr. and Mrs. “Geterdone” in a listing interview.  They had invited three agents that were known to sell in the neighborhood to sit down with them and make a presentation.  These sellers had purchased a new home that was being built and had several months before they needed to close.  As in every interview we went through the checklist of our double top secret marketing programs that produce results for our seller and reviewed our raving fans worksheet.

The seller hired us to sell his home.  In our conversations with the seller we explained our role and theirs.  We explained that our job was to get agents and buyers interested in his home by marketing, their job was to make the home accessible, presentable and decide on prices based on market facts.  We also explained that we would advise them on value changes in the market throughout the listing period and make suggestions for them based on the market.

We listed the home at a value chosen as competitive in the market.  Within 30 days after the first agent tour, we saw few showings and low general interest and we had completed several marketing programs that should have driven more buyers into the home.  I called the seller and told them that something was wrong and suggested they tweak the value to see if it was price.   The seller did not flinch and asked what I would suggest and I told home to adjust it 1%.  The seller immediately said “Let’s do it”

Unfortunately, we did not see an increase of activity.  This time we reviewed the market, the marketing, the accessibility, the condition and location and found nothing wrong.  We also determined that it was not the economy(because other properties were selling), the inventory or the current interest rates.  It had to be the value.  This time we suggested a much larger adjustment.  The seller immediately said “Whatever it will take, we trust you”.

The price change increased interest and showings but we went another two weeks without an offer. I called the seller and said we are close, but need to tweak the value again to cause the sale.  Without any hesitation they said “Go for it”.  Keep in mind we were still 4 months away from when they had to sell.  Within 1 week of this adjustment we received an offer that was within 2% of the asking price and only 9% off their original asking price.  Today they can honestly look back and say they saved money by trusting their agent.  

Seller Two – Is the Highest Bidder on Hilton Head

I met Mr. and Mrs. “Tinkaboutit” in a listing interview too!  They had invited two agents to review the market and help them sell their home.  This time we did not get the listing in the first go round, however we did get the call to list the home after it did not sell with the other agent.  We set our marketing into place and positioned this home in the tours.  We received very little traffic and we called the seller to review everything and determine what could be corrected.  This home was drop dead gorgeous in a great neighborhood and we should have had more interest than we had.

No activity took place in the first thirty days.  We called the seller and arranged a meeting to discuss the market, the marketing, the economy, and the sales we had had since we had listed it.  We suggested based on trends a value correction.  The seller said he would think about it.  I called several more times as we really were seeing little to no traffic and I explained that buyers remained stealth until they saw value on thier computer screens back home.  We were told that the home was worth what we were asking and it was simply a function of market.

Christmas came and the seller asked to take the home off the market through the holidays.  The problem I explained in doing this is that the Island gets busy during the holidays as owners and visitors travel to the warmer climate.  Sales take place and I did not want them to miss a single buyer.  They took it off the market anyway.

Spring came around we were contacted by this seller to  the re-list this home again.  This time we suggested a value that would sell this home in 30 days.  Needless to say the seller told us they would think about it and get back to us.  The seller chose a price 10% higher than our suggested sale price.  We moved from no chance to little chance and did not get a single offer for the rest of this entire year.

Christmas approached and the seller called and took the property off the market again!  We reminded them again about not missing a single buyer.  They did it anyway.

In the spring they contacted us to list the home and asked us what we thought the value should be.  The value we gave them was an additional 10% less than our previous suggested selling price.  This time however the seller said “Let’s do it!”  Long story cut short…we sold the home within 60 days only 2% off their new asking price.  In total this home sold for 27% less than the original asking price in just over 3 years.  This seller had chased the market thinking about their value corrections and not selling until they took action. 

In today’s rapidly changing real estate market, your real estate agent can counsel you on price trends and you should trust their recommendation.  If you would like for us to give you a valuation, please do not hesitate to call.  We have been designing selling strategies for sellers for now 24 years on Hilton Head Island and can help you.

From a market and Island that we know~~

We are respectfully,

Robbie Bunting & Jane Hyers

robbie@robbiebunting.com

800-932-3652



Renting, closings, massage, and accounting on Hilton Head

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Dear Clients, Friends & Fellow Associates ~

This week we met several Islanders that offer great services on the Island.  Of course if you are looking for great properties please visit www.robbiebunting.com.  Please feel free to contact the following direct or email us if you have any suggestions.

Montgomery Law Firm 

Hunter Montgomery has helped my wife and I with several of our purchases through the years and started his own practice.  He is a very personable guy and a great real estate attorney.  Attorney fees that Hunter charges are $475 for purchasers and $400.00 for sellers and refinances.  Contact Hunter Montgomery located at 200 Main Street, Suite 201-J by calling (843) 301-5267 / (843) 681-5583 (fax)  or email wahm@mindspring.com

Ocean Tides Spa

Sandy Norris at the Ocean Tides Spa is highly recommended.  With a special $75 treatment which can include A Calming Currents Massage, The Tides Stone Massage, or The Dive Deep into the Tissue Massage.  Call Sandy Norris at (843)341-8056 and make an appointment with her.  You will love heading  down to the Oceanfront Hilton in Palmetto Dunes and can even pretend you are on vacation for awhile before and after your massage.  The Hilton has a great beach, wonderful wine bar and a calming presence.  Enjoy.

ForeShore, Property Management and Marketing

If you are thinking of Rental by Owner Services for your Hilton Head Property, contact Brian Tierney (a local)and he will send a welcome package or meet you at your property(or the property you are considering).  His fee is 22% for marketing and cleaning which is very competitive and he starts at 15% if he only promotes the property.  He will get you up and running on VRBO and other internet websites and does a great job.  Brian Tierney can be reached at 843.564.5538 or on his cell at 843.304.9192.  Email him at brian@foreshorerentals.com

Gentle Spray

Ted Brammer did a great job powerwashing my home.  In fact, I now do this every year.  The benefits include looking new again, getting the north side mildew off the home and cleaning up my service yards and driveway.  The fee is reasonable and beats renting or borrowing the equipment and doing it myself(I tried and this and will never do it again!).  Call Ted Brammer at (843)671-2929 or email him at gentlespray@hargray.com

Full Service Accounting

Janett Morris has done my book keeping for years now and I must say that it has not only saved me money as she reviews my billings, it has also saved me time.  I have taken this time to sell more.  She has 30 years of experience and picks up and delivers payroll and bills.  Call Janett at (843)422-4298 or email her at Janett_Morris@yahoo.com

We hope that these contacts serve you well.  Please be sure to mention to that you found their contact information on our blog!  Thank you.

From a great Island with great People~

WE ARE~

Robbie Bunting and Jane Hyers

robbie@robbiebunting.com



Home insurance on Hilton Head Island

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Dear Clients, Friends and Fellow Associates~

The other day a client that was considering a villa purchase and heard that insurance was expensive in this area.  He was from an area that offered lower insurance rates, but higher taxes(Long Island).  As we compared our rates and taxes to his taxes and rates we found that ours were lower.  However when we compared lifestyles and temperatures on Hilton Head Island to Long Island we come out way ahead. 

A Newbies guide to Insurance coverage on Hilton Head Island:

Insurance for Villas on Hilton Head

When you purchase a villa or condo the Insurance for the structure is typically billed by the regime fee.  The regime fee usually covers part of the insurance costs for the year and as insurance is billed annually, the regime will bill the owner for any shortfalls.  A policy every owner should get on their condo or villa is for contents and liability.  These policies are typically under $1,000 per year.

The three parts of Insuring a home in the Low Country. 
  1. The first part is your homeowners coverage.  Your Homeowners Policy will cover your home for losses due to fire, lightning, water pipe leaks, as well as liability, in case someone is hurt on your property.
  2. The second part of the Insurance is the wind coverage. This is issued through the SC Wind & Hail Association. Typically we see homes listed with a 3% deductible. To explain what that means – if you have damage caused by a regular wind storm, the deductible is 1% of the home value. If you have damage done by a “named storm” or hurricane the deductible is 3%.
  3. The third part of the Insurance is flood coverage. This  will be offered through the Federal Flood Program. The maximum coverage is 250,000 on the dwelling and 100,000 contents. This is a Preferred Flood Program and those are the set limits.

If you have any questions regarding insurance or wish to shop your current programs we have listed three agents and the companies they work for:

Insurance agents on the Hilton Head Island

Jeff Althoff, Agent
Beaufort County Farm Bureau
PO Box 4488
Beaufort, SC 29903
Ph:   843-522-0031 Ext. 234
Cell: 843-812-2921
Fax: 843-522-0785
jeffalthoff@scfbins.com

Teena Farrell, CISR
Agent/Broker
Seacoast Insurance
843-341-1676
tfarrell@seacoastinsurance.com

Don Earnhart
Kinghorn Insurance
1160 Fording Island Road (Hwy 278)
Bluffton, SC, 29910
843-837-8000
Dearnhardt@kinghorninsurance.com

If you need a home or villa, right now the pickings have never been better.  If you cannot find it in this market you will never find it.  Please visit www.robbiebunting.com for home, villas, lots and visual tours!

Happy insuring…

Robbie Bunting & Jane Hyers

800-932-3652

robbie@robbiebunting.com




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