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Doom and gloom often dominate breaking real estate news across the country and the world. While some areas have experienced softening markets following the booming, out-of-control trends of the Covid-19 era, the story is different here in our local market. A shifting market often implies instability or imbalance, but what we’re experiencing is a stabilizing market—a transition that offers exciting opportunities for both buyers and sellers.

A Market of Opportunities

For sellers, the stabilization has solidified rising prices for homes and investments, providing a steady and lucrative environment. Meanwhile, buyers are discovering that this paradise offers a more affordable cost of living compared to other resort and coastal regions across the…

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It’s been an incredibly exciting year for real estate in the South Carolina Lowcountry, particularly in the Hilton Head Island and Bluffton area. These stunning locales continue to attract Buyers looking to embrace a warmer climate and world-class amenities.

A fascinating generational shift is underway: unlike previous retirees who often stayed close to home during their “golden years,” today’s 65-year-olds are rewriting the rulebook. They’re seeking vibrant lifestyles, and the Lowcountry delivers in spades. With endless sunshine, outstanding amenities, a robust local government, low property taxes, and proactive community safety measures, this region is a dream come true.

Lowcountry Living: The Numbers Speak Volumes

Let’s talk population…

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With home prices continuing to deliver double-digit increases, some are concerned we’re in a housing bubble like the one in 2006. However, a closer look at the market data indicates this is nothing like 2006 for three major reasons.

1. The housing market isn’t driven by risky mortgage loans.

Back in 2006, nearly everyone could qualify for a loan. The Mortgage Credit Availability Index (MCAI) from the Mortgage Bankers’ Association is an indicator of the availability of mortgage money. The higher the index, the easier it is to obtain a mortgage. The MCAI more than doubled from 2004 (378) to 2006 (869). Today, the index stands at 130. As an example of the difference between today and 2006, let’s look at the volume of mortgages that originated when a…

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It seems like 2020 has a new (and unpleasant) surprise for us at every turn. Buyer and Seller needs and motivations are changing fast, and with it, the state of the market. Selling strategies that worked in 2019 – or even 6 months ago – aren’t necessarily working these days. If you want to successfully sell your home for top dollar, with a minimal amount of pain and aggravation for you and your family, it’s time to re-think your strategy. 

Below, we outline 15 home selling strategies that aren’t working right now– and share our best advice for navigating the current real estate market. 

  1. Price your home for what you want, not what it’s worth. OK, this strategy was never a great one, but these days, getting your original listing price right is…

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