Monthly Archives: March 2010

Less than 30 days until the tax credit expires…

Time is running out, only one month left before the homebuyer tax credit expires.  In the article, 30 days and counting: Homebuyer tax credit expires, CNNMoney.com explains that not all areas should be in a rush to take advantage of the tax credit.  Anyone planning to take advantage of the credit should consider where they [...]

What is the return on new vs. previously owned homes?

“Like everything else related to real estate it depends on the location.  Also, if I am understanding the question correctly, no return is realized until a home is sold and at that point the “new” home will be previously owned as well.  If however you were considering the purchase of a home and trying to [...]

What A Weekend!

Are you wondering what to do this weekend?? Don’t! The area might be a little crowded, but it will be filled with fun for everyone. The Cooper River Bridge Run, the Summerville Flowertown Festival, and the Cajun Festival will satisfy anyone’s needs. This jammed packed Lowcountry weekend will attract over 240,000 people.

What is the difference…

What is the difference between list price, sales price and appraised value? “List price is what the seller hopes, or in some cases dreams to receive from the sale of his property.” “Sales price is what a buyer is willing to pay and the seller agrees to sell at.” “Appraised value is when an appraiser [...]

Housing Market Affordability

“The Post & Courier article, Home Prices too High for Many, is looking at our housing market affordability through generalities.  Our housing prices are skewed to the high side because of the downtown historic area and also waterfront and beachfront properties.  There are many affordable neighborhoods in West Ashley, James Island and even Mount Pleasant.  [...]

REALTOR Magazine’s 30 Under 30

T. Dylan Jones – a REALTOR with William Means Real Estate – was selected as one of the 50 finalist for REALTOR Magazine’s annual “30 Under 30″ feature.  Dylan and the other finalists represent rising young stars in the real estate industry and were selected from more than 700 applicants from across the United States.  [...]

Good News for the Charleston Real Estate Market

Good news for the real estate market.  Home sales were up 22% in February from the same time last year.  The sales boost was up due to the 1st time home buyers taking advantage of the $8,000 tax credit that was extended to April 30th, 2010. Another boost came from  more businesses and industries moving [...]

Reduced Pricing on Select Tides Condominiums

Now through April 26th, take advantage of reduced pricing at Tides.  Breathtaking waterfront views. Luxurious, open floorplans. Wide, private balconies. Tides is located on the Charleston Harbor just minutes away from Charleston, South Carolina. 219 Cooper River Drive:  Original List Price $898,000 – Now $636,000 312 Cooper River Drive:  Original List Price  $898,000 – Now [...]

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

Most people looking to purchase a home spend a great deal of time looking online and through the paper and advertisements for homes in certain areas that they find attractive in asking price and as a desirable location before contacting an agent.  With these thoughts in mind they then turn their efforts to finding a [...]

South of Broad Open House: 83 Church Street

View 83 Church Street, the epitome of a chic pied-a-terre, this Saturday March 20th from 11-3pm.  Located in the heart of Charleston’s South of Broad district, nothing compares to this property. The exterior and interior of the home was meticulously renovated by the previous owners.  Offering all the modern amenities, while keeping its traditional charm. [...]