Hey Buyers!!! Don’t forget that the First Time Homebuyer tax credit initiative expires soon!  There’s still time to find that perfect house and take advantage of the $8000 credit before December 1st, 2009! 
Call me to find out more. Or if you need a list of some of the “best deals” in the Charleston area, I’ll [...]

Are you thinking about buying real estate to diversify your portfolio? Many people have considered this option after the roller coaster ride (and dive) of the stock market in 2008.  Will you get quick returns? Probably not, but if you have some time and money to invest, real estate offers another option.
There are over 10,000 [...]

Our company has a current “Well Priced” list- this is a list of what is felt to be the 20% of all properties on the MLS that are priced well.  $/square foot and photos of the home (condition)were taken into consideration.
Buyers are looking for good deals- this list is the place to find them!!!!  This [...]

Low Prices, Low Rates Mean Opportunity
Housing prices have fallen dramatically all over the country and rates on 30-year fixed-rate mortgages are already close to 5.5 percent. Experts say it’s possible, with government encouragement, that rates will fall as low as 4.5 percent.
Now is the time for first-time to step up. Here are some things to [...]

Charleston has made another list! Our beautiful city was named as one of the best places to spend the Christmas holiday in Travel and Leisure magazine, and this list also appeared on cnn.com.    Here is the excerpt from the article about Charleston:
Charleston
Why Go: – Pecans roasting on the fire instead of chestnuts.
- Eggnog laced with [...]

The sellers of 2606 Palm Blvd have reduced the price of their property to $2,995,000!  This is one of the wider lots, at 75×600 feet.  The existing home was constructed in 1950, and it would make a great restoration project if you’re looking for an authentic beach cottage.  If not, you’ll have plenty of space [...]

Record low interest rates as of today…
30 Year fixed as low as 5.25%
80%LTV, Credit Score of 700+
Find the loan that’s right for you!  I suggest calling Jen Morris of Daniel Island Mortgage for your mortgage in the Charleston area- (843)367-3162
Call me to find the right home- Linda Gordon (843)324-3476 lgordon@carolinaone.com

Buyers Want Flexibility Over Bigger Rooms
Smaller, versatile space space is trumping huge square footage among home buyers, according to the findings of at least one major home builder.
Designers at Beazer Homes are eliminating long hallways to open up plans. They also are scaling back master bedrooms.
“We found some masters were getting deeper, so the [...]

If you haven’t seen the home at 2 Forest Trail Court II, you should!  I thought I would let you know a little history, and tell you a little about the unique details inside.
This home was started pre-Hurricane Hugo, in 1989.  The pilings and foundation were in place, as well as the basic structure.  When [...]

The 31st Annual Turkey Day Run and Gobble Wobble will take place on Thanksgiving morning.  The run begins at 9am,  you can even register on race day from 7am until 8:45.  This 5K race attracts approximately 4500 participants.  There’s also a fun run for kids.  It’s a great way to “counteract” the indulgences later in [...]