Becoming a homeowner may be one of the most rewarding experiences you’ll ever have. But before you start picking out a living room set, you’ll want to take a step back and start with an essential part of the process: getting a home loan.

Though mortgages can seem complex, there are six steps every future homeowner should keep in mind to ensure a smooth and simple home loan process.

Work On Your Credit Score

As you begin looking at various loan programs, you’ll notice that the subject of credit score will often come up. This is because, like any large credit request, your history as a borrower is a significant factor. Your credit score is a summation of that history. Potential lenders review your credit report and credit score, along with other…

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The Lowcountry, especially the Hilton Head Island and Bluffton areas, is known for and justifiably famous for its incredible beaches and world-class golf courses. Below are a few facts to keep you informed as you enjoy your living or visiting experience.

  • Hilton Head Island, the jewel, is five miles wide and twelve miles long, but the Island has more than 100 miles of bicycle trails. Bike riding is a great way to get around and sightsee. 
  • The Lowcountry has fewer than 70,000 year-round residents, but over 3 million visitors per year.
  • Before the Civil War, three dozen plantations in the Lowcountry grew famous Sea Island cotton.
  • Until 1956, the only way to access Hilton Head Island was by boat and resort development began the same year.
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There's having a crush and then there's 'having a crush!' Now that she is completely done we love her more than ever. Check out that pool!

Let me remind you about all the things I love:

  • 5 ensuite bedrooms with lots of space
  • a large media room 
  • how about a gourmet eat-in kitchen?
  • loving all the beams and woodwork 
  • okay wait - a telescopic slider that opens to the screened porch with a fireplace
  • an inground pool nestled in a private backyard
  • large 1.5+ acre homesite
  • gated private community of Bartons Run 

This custom modern farmhouse home is complete and ready to go. Let's go for a visit.

22 Bartons Run l Bartons Run l Bluffton

Offered at $1,790,000 

See the full listing here.


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