Found 9 blog entries tagged as moving to bluffton sc.

Why the Right Price Sells Your Home Faster in Bluffton & Hilton Head

By Allison Cobb, The Cobb Group | Brokered by eXp Luxury Realty

The market is pure. It never lies. Overprice your home, and you’ll sit. Hit the sweet spot, and suddenly—bam!—your listing is buzzing with showings, second showings, and (history tells us) an offer will follow.

Here’s the truth: you’re not losing value by pricing strategically—you’re gaining buyers. More eyes mean more competition, and competition is what drives offers. Think of it like setting the bait just right. Too high, and buyers swim right past. Too low, and guess what? The market still corrects itself. Buyers will pay what they believe your home is worth, but only if they show up to the table in the…

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Pricing Your Home to Sell: Bluffton & Hilton Head Strategy Guide

By Allison Cobb, The Cobb Group | Brokered by eXp Luxury Realty

In real estate, strategy is everything. You wouldn’t step onto the golf course without a game plan or walk into a negotiation without knowing your numbers. Selling your home is no different. And the truth? Pricing your home correctly the first time isn’t just important—it’s the difference between selling fast and sitting stale on the market.

The First 30 Days: The Make-or-Break Window

Here’s the secret seasoned Realtors know: the first 30 days your home is on the market are golden. That’s when your listing is freshest, your photos are new, and buyers (and their agents) are most excited. Price it right, and you’ll…

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How to Pronounce Bluffton & Hilton Head Place Names (Lowcountry Pronunciation Guide)

By Allison Cobb, The Cobb Group | Brokered by eXp Luxury Realty

When you move to Bluffton, Hilton Head, or the surrounding Lowcountry, the quickest way to be “found out” as a newcomer is by how you pronounce our towns, rivers, and roads. Local names don’t always match how they look on paper—and locals will correct you (nicely, of course).

Here’s your go-to pronunciation guide to sounding like a local from day one.

Lowcountry Pronunciation Cheat Sheet

  • Beaufort (SC) – BYOO-fuhrt (not “Bo-fort”)

  • Okatie – OH-kuh-tee (three syllables)

  • Daufuskie Island – duh-FUS-key (emphasis on the second syllable)

  • Calibogue Sound…

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Home Matters! | A Monthly Newsletter from The Cobb Group | eXp Luxury Realty
Bluffton, Hilton Head Island, Beaufort & Beyond

Hello from The Cobb Group

We’re Allison Cobb, David Hussey, George Cobb & Natalie Burnside—your go-to real estate team serving Bluffton, Hilton Head Island, and surrounding communities. Whether you're actively buying or selling—or just love staying in the loop—we’ve got something for you every month.

September Snapshot

  • Weather: Steamy afternoons and cool, beachy mornings

  • Mood: Back-to-school meets beach-mode denial

  • Vibe: Pumpkin spice in one hand, real estate checklist in the other

Events You’ll Want on Your Calendar

Hilton Head Island Shrimp Festival | Sept 20–21
Craft brews,…

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Kayak the Lowcountry: Moss Creek’s Best Amenity on Hilton Head

By Allison Cobb, The Cobb Group | Brokered by eXp Luxury Realty

Life in Moss Creek is pretty darn good. From its unmatched amenities to its breathtaking natural beauty, this Hilton Head Island community is one of the best-kept secrets in the Lowcountry. Unlike newer neighborhoods that were “clear cut” and then replanted, Moss Creek follows the original Hilton Head Island philosophy pioneered by Charles Fraser in Sea Pines: preserve the natural landscape and build around it, not over it.

This intentional design is why Moss Creek looks and feels different. Homes blend seamlessly into the environment with cedar siding and earth-toned paint colors, while lush landscaping, butterfly…

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Why Strategy & Trust Matter When Choosing the Best Realtor in Hilton Head Island, Bluffton & Moss Creek

By Allison Cobb, The Cobb Group | Brokered by eXp Luxury Realty

When people think about real estate, they often picture contracts, negotiations, and home tours. But the truth? Real estate is both personal and deeply strategic. Behind every move, there’s a story. Sometimes it’s joyful—a growing family, a new marriage, or the addition of a beloved pet. Other times it’s layered with challenge—divorce, financial strain, illness, or the loss of a loved one.

As Realtors, we know our craft inside and out. But more importantly, we want you to know this: we are your partners. We don’t just represent you in a transaction—we walk beside you through…

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Finding the Perfect Marsh View Home in Moss Creek: A Buyer Story with Allison Cobb

By Allison Cobb, The Cobb Group | Brokered by eXp Luxury Realty

Sometimes in real estate — and in life — we find exactly what we thought we wanted… only to realize it wasn’t quite right after all.

One of my favorite Moss Creek buyer stories is the perfect example.

She had a home she absolutely loved — charming, cozy, and with a marsh view that seemed to speak directly to her. But life threw her a curveball: she met someone special. Suddenly, she wanted a little more space (and, she admitted with a laugh, a bigger closet). Was it the closet or her new love? We may never know.

She found a home that checked every box: size, view, condition… and yes, a…

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Moving to Bluffton or Hilton Head? Here’s What No One Tells You (But We Will)

By Allison Cobb & The Cobb Group | Brokered by eXp Luxury Realty

So, you’re packing up your snow shovel and trading it in for flip-flops, live oaks, and sweet tea? Welcome to Bluffton and Hilton Head Island—where the marsh is always greener, the pace is just right, and bless your heart has layers you haven’t even begun to understand.

But before you break out your monogrammed beach towel and start practicing your “y’alls,” let’s spill some local sweet tea on what actually happens when you move here. Because while everyone talks about the weather, the water, and the wildlife, here’s what no one tells you—until now.

1. You’ll Have a Relationship With the Bridge

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Let’s talk about the worst parts of living in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island. And no, it’s not traffic, taxes, or turmoil—it’s the tiny things that every local deals with:

 Pollen
 Noseeums

That’s it. That’s the list.

If these are the biggest complaints we can come up with, you know you’ve landed in a pretty incredible place. Still, if you’ve ever Googled “Why is pollen so bad in Bluffton?” or “What the heck are noseeums?”—you’re not alone.

Let’s take a closer look at these two tiny nuisances and why they’re more of a badge of honor than a real reason to complain.

Why Is the Pollen So Bad in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island?

Every spring, our beautiful Lowcountry turns into a pastel haze of yellow dust. Your car? Yellow. Your porch?…

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