How do you get an offer accepted on a house in a competitive real estate market? It’s the number one question for homebuyers competing against other offers. Real estate agents scramble to figure out how to win against multiple offers and get their clients that dream home. The pressure builds when housing inventory levels are low.

How can you compete in a hot seller’s market?

It may be tough, but with some inside information, it is possible.

To help you out, we’ve compiled some tips for getting sellers to accept your offer, even in a multiple-offer situation. We’ll cover what to include when you make the offer, as well as strategies for making your offer stand out.

These tips will make buying a house seem like a reachable goal rather than…

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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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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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When it comes to #HouseGoals, Farnsleigh Avenue wins!

“Why?” — you ask? Where do I even begin…

  • lagoon to golf views

  • exquisite home and over 4,100 SF 

  • first floor primary with gorgeous en suite

  • the hardwood floors are so pretty

  • I love how much light comes in from all the windows

  • the primary and dining room ceilings add the right touch

  • you’ve gotta love the screened porch and brick paver patio with firepit  

  • and… if those weren’t enough — this home is located in gated, full of amenities, and beautiful Hampton Hall

I already know you’re going to put Farnsleigh Avenue on the top of your list. I have so much more to tell you about it. I’m waiting for your…

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Have you ever heard the saying, "Great things come in small packages?" 107 Doncaster Lane in Sun City should be in that description! 

Why is that you ask?

  • 2 bedrooms and 2 baths with an office and open floor plan
  • corner lots are the best lots
  • love the driveway
  • the neutral colors throughout make for easy moving
  • that huge bay window in the primary bedroom...
  • cooking in that kitchen and looking out to the backyard would making cooking so much better
  • a screened porch to start and end your day

107 Doncaster Lane

Sun City l Bluffton

Offered at $460,000

 

What is our Crush of the Week you ask? ─ Definition: A "Crush" is a brief and intense infatuation of someone or something. Since we're Realtors, we…

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Having a crush on a house is a real thing! It's when you see a house and you just know that it's the one for you. You can't stop thinking about it and you dream about living there. You might even start to plan out how you would decorate it and what you would do with each room. 52 White Oaks Circle is the one that will keep you thinking about it and daydreaming about it. 

Why you ask?

  • it's in the gated golf community of Rose Hill
  • it has golf views
  • fabulous wood floors
  • did you see the gorgeous built-ins?
  • love the updated kitchen - I want that oven wall
  • not 1 but 2 fireplaces
  • the perfect patio for entertaining
  • a killer screened porch 

52 White Oaks Circle

Rose Hill l Bluffton

Offered at $699,000

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Come close everyone, I have something exciting to tell you. My job includes taking a client to see this beach house. Did I mention that IT’S MY JOB? And I have the best one in the world.

But this house. Right? This house is everything:

  • amazing curb appeal
  • it's in Sea Pines and so is the Heritage golf tournament next week
  • it has a chef's kitchen with Sub-zero and Wolf
  • on one of the most coveted streets in Sea Pines, 3rd row ocean overlooking a lagoon and 18th fairway of the Ocean Course
  • 5 beds, 8 baths
  • that primary closet - yes please 
  • the wood and tile flooring throughout...I can't pick my favorite
  • an in-law suite with private living
  • the backyard is crazy good – pool, screened patio with a fireplace,…

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Have you ever dreamt of having your own Carriage House? With less maintenance and upkeep? With unobstructed backyard nature views from your Carolina room and oversized screened lanai?

Then this week’s crush is for you. You’re welcome.

Located in Hampton Hall, this gated community home is a beauty!

  • 3 beds and 3 baths and over 2,500 SF of living space
  • first floor master suite with a sitting area
  • vaulted ceiling in the Great Room
  • gas fireplace!
  • kitchen has a gas cooktop, which to me is a must
  • double wall ovens for holiday entertaining made easy
  • the lanai...mic drop

These one of a kind homes don’t come up for sale often. So let's go and see it before it sells.

42 Sedgewick Avenue

Hampton Hall l…

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This house...the possibilities are endless. I LOVE that this house can be whatever you want it to be; primary home, rental home, vacation home...whatever you want. Even better, the home has separate entrances, driveways, and living spaces. 

What else?:

  • you can't miss the indoor heated pool room - the pool is huge
  • the backyard is a private setting for relaxing and entertaining
  • a living and dining space that ties the whole house together
  • your mother-in-law can stay as long as she wants and be in her own space with her own front door
  • work-from-home spaces on each side of the house
  • located in the great community of Mossy Oaks

Let's go check it out today. Call us.

501 Center Drive West

Mossy Oaks l…

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There are two things I love to see when I'm looking for homes for my clients; tall ceilings and a home on a cul-de-sac. 4 Tybee Island Court has both. 

Need more:

  • lagoon views
  • gorgeous chef's kitchen
  • love the backsplash
  • generous sized island that seats 4
  • open layout
  • wall of windows
  • gated golf community of Island West

Let's check this one out together. Call me today.

4 Tybee Island Court

Island West l Bluffton

Offered at $680,000

Listed by David Simcox with Realty One Group Lowcountry

 

What is our Crush of the Week you ask? ─ Definition: A "Crush" is a brief and intense infatuation of someone or something. Since we're Realtors, we "Crush" on houses! Each week we highlight a home that is…

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