Small Homes, Cottages Score Big With Buyers
However, home buyers these days increasingly are interested in smaller homes that consume less energy and encourage interaction among neighbors.
Developers in cities such as Seattle, Boston, and Milwaukee are building cottage developments to meet the rising demand.
Architect Ross Chapin and developer Jim Soules have erected nearly 50 […]

Another Memorial Day has come and gone. I hope that you stopped today and gave thanks to the veterans and armed forces that allow us to live in a free country.  It was an absolutely gorgeous weekend here on Isle of Palms- the weather was perfect- not too hot, not humid at all.   I hope that […]

Local folks have enjoyed the Windjammer over the years for many different reasons.  I remember the pre-Hugo “Jammer”, where my friends and I (and later my fiance’ and I) went to enjoy great bands.  It was a favorite hang out for the college and post college crowds. The first time I walked into the post […]

Drop Price and Sell, or Find a Renter?
Home owners who are having a tough time selling their homes face a hard decision – should they drop the price in hopes of attracting a bargain hunter, or should they find a renter and hold on until prices go back up?
Benny L. Kass, real estate attorney and […]

As of today, May 5th, there are 576 properties on the market between Isle of Palms, Wild Dunes and Sullivan’s Island.  Nine sales occurred during the month of April 2008. This was an improvement over March, when there weren’t any sales (only contingencies…. properties under contract).
There are all sorts of choices on the market, ranging […]

After a recent conversation with a homeowner here on Isle of Palms, I realized that many people don’t view realtors in the best light. Some think that all realtors do is put a sign in the yard, put the home on MLS and sit back and wait, then get paid a lot of money for […]

For those of you that read the “Moultrie News”, you may have seen the Editorial today regarding a second high school.  The Charleston County School District has begun holding a series of meetings to determine if the community thinks a second school is needed.  The “new” Wando High School is at capacity, as the East […]

Now is the perfect time to buy an island getaway….mortgage rates are good, there’s a great selection of homes since this is a “buyer’s market”……Let me tell you a little about a house on Isle of Palms:
2 Forest Trail Court II is tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, just a short five minute walk to […]

During the month of January 2008, 72 properties came onto the market, bringing the total number of properties available on Isle of Palms, Sullivan’s Island and Wild Dunes to 519!  If you’re looking to buy an island home, now is the time!!!! Mortgage rates are good, and there are many choices ranging from condos to […]

ARCADE DAY

WHEN: Saturday, February 2, 2008 from 12:00 NOON to 4:00pm
WHERE: The Isle of Palms Recreation Department. #24 28th Avenue.
WHAT: Come play classic video games at the Recreation Center. Classics like Pac Man, Galaga, Burger Time, Donkey Kong and more!
Bring your Bicycle and have it registered with the Isle of Palms Police Department for FREE […]