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Greens, Please! 14 Surprising Salad Spots in Bluffton & Hilton Head That Locals Actually Love

Let’s face it—finding a truly great salad is harder than it should be. We're not talking about a sad side of iceberg and store-bought ranch. We’re talking crisp greens, bold flavors, house-made dressings, and textures that pop.

Whether you're trying to eat a little cleaner during the Lowcountry heat, balancing out vacation indulgences, or just looking for a light-but-delicious lunch, these 14 salad spots in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island are local-approved and full of flavor.

Some are upscale, some are casual—but all serve salads worth seeking out.

1. Dough Boys Pizza (Bluffton)

Go for: The Greek Chopped Salad
Why it rocks: A pizza place with a secret salad superpower. The chopped Greek here is fresh, tangy, and surprisingly hearty.
Local…

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Super Bowl Brings Spring Real Estate Market

The excitement of the Super Bowl extends beyond the football field. It also signals the kickoff of the vibrant spring real estate market for the Bluffton & Hilton Head Island Lowcountry. As the thrill of the game captures the nation's attention, the property sector experiences a notable upswing in both buying and selling activities especially in our area. 

Real Estate Transactions Increase in Spring

Recent insights from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) highlight the spring months as the pinnacle of real estate transactions. Remarkably, data reveals that approximately 40% of annual home sales unfold between March and June, a trend attributed to the favorable climatic conditions and a spike in buyer engagement. 

This seasonal surge is…

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Why It’s Still a Sellers’ Market

From The Cobb Group: As a seller are you worried that you “missed” the market? We are pretty sure you did not. There are still plenty of buyers. Price your house correctly, and it will sell. Call us to discuss comparable and top notch strategies to sell strong and quick.

As there’s more and more talk about the real estate market cooling off from the peak frenzy it saw during the pandemic, you may be questioning what that means for your plans to sell your house. If you’re thinking of making a move, you should know the market is still anything but normal.

Even though the supply of homes for sale has been growing this year, there’s still a shortage of homes on the market. And that means conditions continue to favor sellers today. That’s because the…

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Reasons You Should Consider Selling This Fall

Sitting on the fence and trying to time the real estate market in the SC Lowcountry can be tiring. We can say with certainty that the perfect storm is here, and listing your home this Fall is a very wise thing to do to capture buyer fury, low interest rates, and top dollar. Based on history & market activity this is as close to a crystal ball as we can get.

If you’re trying to decide when to sell your house, there may not be a better time to list than right now. The ultimate sellers’ market we’re in today won’t last forever. If you’re thinking of making a move, here are four reasons to put your house up for sale sooner rather than later.

1. Your House Will Likely Sell Quickly

According to the Realtors Confidence Index released by the National…

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No, Not Like That. (Advice for Seller's in Today's Market)

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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3 Ways Low Inventory Is a Win for Sellers

The number of houses for sale today is significantly lower than the high buyer activity in the current housing market. According to Lawrence Yun, Economist for the National Association of Realtors (NAR):Chief

“There is no shortage of hopeful, potential buyers, but inventory is historically low.” 

When the demand for homes is higher than what’s available for sale, it’s a great time for homeowners to sell their house. Here are three ways low inventory can help you win if you’re ready to make a move this fall.

1. Higher Prices

With so many more buyers in the market than homes available for sale, homebuyers are frequently entering into bidding wars for the houses they want to purchase. This buyer competition drives home prices up. As a…

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Ways to Increase Your Home’s Value without Breaking the Bank

So you've heard that it's a seller's market and you've been thinking about putting your home on the market but you're just not sure because your house isn't ready. Believe it or not, there probably isn't as much to do as you think. As a Realtor, it is our job to know what is needed and what is a waste of time and money. We promise to tell you the truth. After all, we want your home to sell too. 

Elevating your home’s value does not mean having to drain your savings. Take a look at these great suggestions.

Under $200

Outdoors are as important as indoors. Liven up your yard by planting a new tree or some native shrubs. Older carpets and rugs can harbor odor-causing soil, so invest in new fresh floor coverings.

$200-400

For a few hundred…

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Get Your Home Ready Now For A Spring Sale: 6 Tips

Natural light can boost a buyer's mood when walking through your home.

Selling your home in the spring doesn’t mean you have to actually wait until spring to prepare your home for a sale. After the holiday whirlwind of festivities and guests, it’s time to get your house in order this winter for a successful spring sale.

I asked two pros, Mary Cook, president of interior design firm Mary Cook Associates in Chicago, and Judy Dutton, deputy editor of realtor.com, for advice on what you can do now to get ready for spring showings and open houses. Here’s what they had to say.

Let natural light flood the rooms. “The best way to prepare your home for a spring sale is to open it up, lighten it up and brighten it up,” says Cook. For instance,…

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Golden Advice to Seller's

Pork bellies, oil, corn and soybeans are all commodities just like the real estate market. The market fluctuates and is controlled by supply and demand, as well as weather and the financial state of the world among many other issues. The difference with real estate is that there is also heightened emotions surrounding each transaction. Shame, guilt, anxiety, anger, frustration and pride are just some of the feelings connected to a real estate transaction. People seem to attach personalities to homes and give them much more weight than is necessary. 

When a Purchaser doesn’t like your home or a Real Estate Agent gives an opinion, many owners take this very personally. I like to say — That is gold people! Take the advice and apply anything that…

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Staging Tips for Selling During the Holidays

It’s the time of year that calendars are packed with holiday parties, budgets are strained by gift-giving and the days are chilly. Alas, 'tis not the best season for real estate. But the good news is that the brave house-hunters who do venture out are very serious about buying a house and stylish trimmings will make them want to ring in the new year in your home.

“Holidays can be personal on a lot of levels, but you want to make sure your decor is neutral,” advises Amy Powers, owner of Accent Home Staging & Interiors of Atlanta. “You want to romance your buyer, not invite them to your Christmas party.”

Try these tips to get buyers in the right spirit:

• Clean and stage. “Before you decorate, your house needs to be…

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