The condition of a property can often be corrected with price, however improvements to the condition will make a Hilton Head property sell faster and quite possibly for more money in the market today.  Condition is really the only thing a seller can change other than price to get their property sold.   With available inventory and selection that exist on Hilton Head Island, buyers do not have to settle for a property that needs work.  It is still a beauty contest for Hilton Head Island properties and the best will win.  Sellers have spotted this trend and have become pro-active in positioning their properties to be the next sold.  Listed below are several ways to make a property more saleable. Read the rest of this entry

Beaufort County property owners including Hilton Head, Bluffton and Daufuskie will be receiving their new millage rates, their reassessed property values and their respective tax bills in the upcoming months.  The above Citizens Guide to the Beaufort County Reassessment Program 2013 answers many questions about the upcoming reassessment.  Listed below are few questions about the appeal process answered by a local appraiser.  Read the rest of this entry

Behind the gates, Port Royal on Hilton Head Island is a beautiful residential oceanfront community with  a great master plan. The Port Royal community offers approximately 900 single family homes and 71 undeveloped home sites, with home site ranging in size from 1/4 acre to well over an acre. Just outside the gates is the Westin Hotel, The Port Royal Tennis Village and all that Hilton Head Island offers. Read the rest of this entry

This will make your day on Hilton Head even more awesome!  Now that the weather is getting hot, think cool beach yoga.  The ocean breezes, the sound of the waves and the beautiful views creates the perfect “Hilton Head Yoga Studio”.  Locals and visitors alike are invited to participate in this “bucket list experience” every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9 am at Coligny Circle Beach.   As Karen leads the session, Marty helps with the poses and adjustments.   Read the rest of this entry

Hilton Head Island, SC – A private oceanfront retreat located on the beach front in Palmetto Dunes will be sold by Auction without Reserve March 8, 2013.  This home showcases 4,650 square feet of casual elegance which includes 6 bedrooms, 6 1/2 baths, elevator, oceanfront pool and quality fixtures and finishes.  The short video above introduces Mark Crawford and Concierge Auctions.  This auction has caught the attention of national and international buyers with over 150 inquiries from around the world on the first day launched.

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For a six-month period starting on June 1, hurricane season is now upon us.  In a recent statement National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Jane Lubchenco said, “NOAA’s outlook predicts a less-active season compared to recent years. But regardless of the outlook, it’s vital for anyone living or vacationing in hurricane-prone locations to be prepared.”  For hurricane updates visit the NOAA Hurricane Center at www.nhc.noaa.gov  and below we have a short video below. Read the rest of this entry

Watch this short video as Barnacle Bill Berkes explains how to pick the freshest white tail shrimp.  Barnacle Bills is located mid Island on Highway 278 (next to the old log cabin) and is a landmark and tradition on the Island.   Not only will he entertain you, he will also help you select the freshest of seafood.  He specializes in locally caught seafood including Tuna, Snapper and other local seafood.

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When you visit Zipline Hilton Head on Marshland Road, you will find great guides and an exciting new adventure in the Low-Country.  We climbed one of the towers overlooking Broad Creek and could hear the laughter and the humming of families zipping through the Low-Country.  Landon Chase, Social Marketing Director shared with us information about the ZipLine course and this exciting new addition to the Island. Read the rest of this entry

We were dancing the “hokey pokey” as real estate buyers put one foot in and took one foot out the last few years on Hilton Head.  In the 4th quarter of 2011, however, we saw buyers put both feet into the market as half-backs, second home owners and baby boomers bought properties on the Island.  As we jump into 2012, David Crowell, the largest mortgage broker on Hilton Head Island confirms the “break through market” we are heading for with his forecasts below. Read the rest of this entry

Palmetto Hall is located on the north end of Hilton Head Island and offers great property, a wonderful community and two great golf courses.  Fall is a great time to play 36 holes of golf and Palmetto Hall offers The Arthur Hills and Robert Cupp golf courses within the same community…If you are visiting the Island and would like to learn more about the Palmetto Hall, please e-mail us at robbie@robbiebunting.com or call us anytime at (843)842-0805.  Thank you