• William Means Announces Launch of New Website

    William Means Announces Launch of New Website

    March 3, 2010 – 12:17 pm

    William Means Real Estate is proud to announce the launch of our new web site. Charlestonrealestate.com has been enhanced with new functions, features and tools that are designed to keep visitors more informed and engaged than ever before.
    Searching for real estate has never been easier with the upgraded Search Properties page. Find [...]


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  • Congratulations to our 2009 Realtors of Distinction

    Congratulations to our 2009 Realtors of Distinction

    February 25, 2010 – 10:33 am

    The Charleston Trident Association of Realtors honored 172 Realtors  from the tri-county area on Tuesday, February 23rd with their Realtor of Distinction award.  To qualify for this award members must be in good standing of the Charleston Trident Association of Realtors, adhere to the Realtor Code of Ethics and achieve the required level of production, [...]


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  • Historic Medway Plantation and the WWII Spy

    Historic Medway Plantation and the WWII Spy

    February 2, 2010 – 8:45 am

    Home to socialite and big-game hunter Gertrude Legendre—the first American woman captured in France during World War II—for more than 70 years, Medway Plantation in South Carolina is rich with exceptional provenance. Dating to 1686, the 6,700-acre former rice-plantation flourished under Legendre’s stewardship and became well-renowned as a hunting retreat, a nature preserve, and the scene of many grand Southern society events


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10 Ways to Get More Money From Your Home

March 12, 2010 – 8:35 am
10 Ways to Get More Money From Your Home
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Forbes.com recently published, 10 Ways to Get More Money From Your Home. We all know it’s a buyers market and sellers need to put their best foot forward. Usually it’s the simple touches that stand out to buyers mind so here’s a list of things you can do help your home stand out in the crowd.

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What is the difference….

March 11, 2010 – 9:22 am
What is the difference….
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What is the difference between list price, sales price and appraised value?
“List Price:  The price of a home for sale set by the sellers and their listing agent.”
“Sales Price:  The price at which a home actually sells.”
“Appraised Value:  The market value as determined by a qualified appraiser.”
Contact Paula now: paulawadley@williammeans.com

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Is it time to make your move?

March 10, 2010 – 11:10 am
Is it time to make your move?
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According to CNNMoney.com, it’s time to nab a real estate deal, while you still can. Home prices have dropped, mortgages have hit an historic low and the tax credit is in effect until April 30th. So how do you know if it’s time to make your move?

Ask yourself: Do I qualify for the tax credit? How much could I lose by waiting? How quickly can I sell my current home?

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Explain the costs of purchasing cash vs. financed.

March 10, 2010 – 8:29 am
Explain the costs of purchasing cash vs. financed.
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“A cash deal is less expensive for a buyer as they do not have lenders fees such as loan origination, appraisal, escrow, and prepaid interest fees on their HUD-1 settlement statement.  An affluent individual may choose to finance anyway as he/she may feel that they can make more money investing their cash to offset the [...]

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What is the best way to choose an agent when buying a home?

March 5, 2010 – 8:00 am
What is the best way to choose an agent when buying a home?
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“The best way to choose a real estate agent is by getting referrals from your friends, neighbors, and/or family who have recently sold real estate in your area. Do your due diligence by getting more than one recommendation, if possible, and interview each agent. Your agent should have knowledge of your [...]

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What is a buyers agent?

March 3, 2010 – 9:28 am
What is a buyers agent?
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What is a buyers agent, what does this specifically do for a buyer and who usually pays this “buyers agent”?
“A buyer’s agent is a licensed real estate agent that is contracted by the buyer to solely represent them in their search for property to purchase.  A common misperception is that an individual will get [...]

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How can I find out how much my house is worth?

March 2, 2010 – 8:00 am
How can I find out how much my house is worth?
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“The best way to find out the value of your house is to have a professional appraisal of the property.  Be sure and hire and appraiser who is experienced in your area.  A professional appraiser will measure your house so that you have the accurate square footage and then compare your house to other recent [...]

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Why should I sell my house now?

March 1, 2010 – 10:25 am
Why should I sell my house now?
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Why should I sell my house now?  Should I wait for the market to rebound?
“Whether to sell a house in a depressed market is never an easy decision and usually depends on very personal reasons including relocation, retirement, downsizing/upsizing, and financial concerns.  The days of “flipping” for a quick profit seem to be over [...]

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What is a home inspection?

February 28, 2010 – 9:00 am
What is a home inspection?
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What is a home inspection and why do I need one?
“A home inspection for either a buyer or seller should be conducted by a licensed South Carolina builder.  It is conducted to detect any existing problems or potential problem areas in a home.  A thorough inspection should cover the structural components of the home.  [...]

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