Charter One Realty Gives Back to the Community With a $30,000 Donation to Volunteers in Medicine

Charter One Realty, the top producing real estate company on Hilton Head Island and throughout the surrounding Lowcountry, is proud to have donated $30,000 over the past two years to Volunteers in Medicine (VIM) Hilton Head. The $30,000 donation was used to help VIM orchestrate the organization’s three largest and most important fundraisers each year, with Charter One Realty serving as the Diamond Presenting Sponsor for all three events, and VIM’s top corporate donor.

The Charter One Realty – VIM partnership began in 2015 with the presentation of a check for $15,000 to the local organization. Representatives of Charter One Realty presented the second check for an additional $15,000 to VIM prior to the “Circle of Caring” Gala held on December 3rd,…

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December 2016 Events in Hilton Head Island and Bluffton

Holiday festivals, magical performances, art shows, and community events fill the calendar this month. Check out the fabulous events planned for this month in the Lowcountry.

Fall in love with the Lowcountry with these events scheduled in October. From football college football fundraisers to Bluffton’s Sunset Party, the possibilities for fun are endless in Hilton Head and Bluffton. Take a look at some of the exciting events planned for our area.  

All Month Long

The Coastal Discovery Museum provides tours, walks, programs, and exhibits about the Lowcountry. Events are scheduled daily. To learn more about the Coastal Discovery monthly events, contact 843-689-6767 or visit CoastalDiscovery.com.

Dove Street Festival of Lights

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Exciting News For Equestrian Enthusiasts in the Lowcountry - Tryon International Equestrian Center Selected to Host 2018 FEI World Equestrian Games

Equestrians all over the Southeast received wonderful news this week! Mark Bellissimo, Managing Partner of the Tryon Equestrian Partners, announced that their Center in Mill Spring, SC has been selected as the venue for the FEI World Equestrian Games in 2018. The Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) is the worldwide governing body of the equestrian sport and administers the games. The games are a major international championship event for the eight core equestrian disciplines which consist of show jumping, dressage, paraequestrain dressage, eventing, driving, endurance, vaulting, and reining.

The FEI World Equestrian Games are held every four years, halfway between the Summer Olympic Games cycle. The games are scheduled for September 10th…

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Top 15 DIY Home Improvement Blogs To Inspire You

From Pinterest to blogs, if you spend any time online, home improvement inspiration is all around you. Whether it’s helpful tips for painting kitchen cabinets or holiday decorating, we’ve gathered our top 15 DIY Home Improvement Blogs for you to browse. Each one listed below is chalked full of wonderful surprises. My you find inspiration!

1.  Erin Spain

Erin is the founder of the Atlanta Home & DIY Bloggers group. Her blog focuses on home decorating tips, DIY, and lifestyle topics. Erin shares her experience as you follow her journey of turning a house into their home.  Be sure to check out her blog “Our Trip To Hilton Head Island {& Tips For Traveling To The Beach With Kids}.

http://www.erinspain.com/

2.  The Ugly Duckling House

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November 2016 Events in Hilton Head and Bluffton

Fall festivals, marvelous performances, art shows, and Thanksgiving festivities, and Halloween festivities fill the calendar this month. Check out the fabulous events planned for this month in the Lowcountry.

All Month Long

The Coastal Discovery Museum provides tours, walks, programs, and exhibits about the Lowcountry. Events are scheduled daily. To learn more about the Coastal Discovery monthly events, contact 843-689-6767 or visit CoastalDiscovery.com.

SOBA Gallery Presents “12”

The Society of Bluffton Artists presents “12,” a new and exciting collection of 12 x 12-inch paintings and photographs by over 100 local artists, each selling for only $120. This event has been such a hit in the past that SOBA decided to do it again!…

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Looking for a home in the Lowcountry? Know what you want vs. what you need.

In today’s technology-driven world, the way a buyer searches for properties has dramatically changed. Most buyers begin their search online and can virtually tour homes in the comfort of their living room. Today more than ever, the value of a real estate agent is of the utmost importance when it comes to finding a home in the Lowcountry. And in this day and age of having everything available to us online, it is important to know what you’re looking for in a home when you start your real estate search.

Whether you are a first-time home buyer or looking to downsize, creating a list of important features and things that you’d love in your new home is a must.  Often, homebuyers fantasize about the amenities that they see on television…

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Daniella Squicquero Earns e-PRO Certification

Local Real Estate Agent Earns e-PRO® Certification

(10/20/2016) – Daniella Squicquero, of Charter One Realty | Colleton River, has successfully completed the e-PRO® Certification Program and has been awarded the e-PRO® Certification, the official technology certification program offered by the National Association of Realtors®.

Daniella joins more than 30,000 real estate professionals who have earned NAR’s e-PRO® certification and dedicated their time and effort towards learning how to use the latest social media technologies to create an online presence and reach today’s hyper-connected consumers.

Working together with the Social Media Marketing Institute, NAR redesigned the e-PRO® curriculum to better meet the challenges of today’s real estate…

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October 2016 Events in Hilton Head and Bluffton

Fall in love with the Lowcountry with these events scheduled in October. From fall festivals to Halloween celebrations, the possibilities for fun are endless in Hilton Head and Bluffton. Take a look at some of the exciting events planned for our area.  

All Month Long

The Coastal Discovery Museum provides tours, walks, programs, and exhibits about the Lowcountry. Events are scheduled daily. To learn more about the Coastal Discovery monthly events, contact 843-689-6767 or visit CoastalDiscovery.com.

Pride & Prejudice

All of the wit and romance of Jane Austen's most famous novel comes to life in this refreshingly fast-paced and engaging new adaptation. In a society where subtle snubs and deceit proliferate, is it possible for…

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10 Easy Updates That Will Add New Life To Your Kitchen

One of the most important aspects of a home is an updated kitchen. More than ever, buyers are looking for homes with updated and even “smart” kitchens.  If you’re selling a home or villa in Hilton Head or Bluffton, below are a few easy kitchen updates that buyers are guaranteed to love.

1. Paint an unused cabinet surface with chalkboard paint. Spice up a wooden cabinet surface with a little chalkboard paint to make the surface ready for grocery lists or family to-do lists.
2. Paint cabinets an accent color. Cabinets don’t have to be white or brown. Blues, greys, and shades of green are perfect for a Lowcountry kitchen.
3. Add new hardware to your cabinets. A decorative pull can add sophistication or a little style to your kitchen.
4. Keep a kitchen…

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The Do’s And Don’ts Of Selling Your Home In The Fall

Use these tips to take advantage of selling your Hilton Head or Bluffton home this autumn.

DO list your home. Many sellers assume that once spring is over in the Lowcountry, so is the time to sell. However, the fall is a great time of year to sell since there are fewer sellers for you to compete with, improving your chances of making a sale.

DON’T overprice. Buyers are looking value! Historical data also says that buyers are likely to pay the asking price, but they will pass if you’re asking way above market value.

DO take advantage of the season. Use fall colors to improve your home’s curb appeal and interior atmosphere. Boil cinnamon for a fall aroma during home showings. Light a low but cozy fire to keep visiting buyers warm.

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