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Why Major Investors Continue Betting on Hilton Head Island
Paige Rose
By Paige Rose | September 4, 2026

Why Major Investors Continue Betting on Hilton Head Island

Why Major Investors Continue Betting on Hilton Head Island What major hospitality acquisitions, resort renovations, airport improvements and luxury sales mean for Lowcountry buyers and sellers
Hilton Head Island has never depended on one headline to make its case. Its appeal has been built over decades…

Why Lowcountry Luxury Real Estate Is Moving Differently in 2026
Paige Rose
By Paige Rose | September 3, 2026

Why Lowcountry Luxury Real Estate Is Moving Differently in 2026

Charter One Realty Closes $5.3 Million Waterfront Home in Palmetto Bluff
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By Paige Rose | September 3, 2026

Charter One Realty Closes $5.3 Million Waterfront Home in Palmetto Bluff

Lowcountry Insider: Sabeth Biangone on Hilton Head & Bluffton Real Estate
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By Paige Rose | August 31, 2026

Lowcountry Insider: Sabeth Biangone on Hilton Head & Bluffton Real Estate

Hampton Hall Clubhouse Renovation: A New Chapter for One of Bluffton's Premier Golf Communities
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By Paige Rose | August 28, 2026

Hampton Hall Clubhouse Renovation: A New Chapter for One of Bluffton's Premier Golf Communities

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By Paige Rose | August 28, 2026

What Are Relocation Buyers Looking for in a Lowcountry Home in 2026?

10 Reasons to Fall in Love with the Lowcountry | Hilton Head, Bluffton & Beaufort
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By Paige Rose | August 28, 2026

10 Reasons to Fall in Love with the Lowcountry | Hilton Head, Bluffton & Beaufort

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Experience the Coastal Lowcountry of South Carolina, where waterfront living meets Southern charm. From the sun-kissed beaches of Hilton Head Island to the historic streets of Beaufort, the vibrant communities of Bluffton, life here is a perfect blend of luxury, nature, and relaxation.

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Whether you’re searching for a Hilton Head beachfront home, a Bluffton golf community property, or a Beaufort waterfront estate, Charter One Realty offers unparalleled expertise. Explore oceanfront homes, condos, villas, land, and commercial properties across the Lowcountry and beyond.

Browse our community pages to discover Hilton Head real estate, Bluffton homes for sale, and Beaufort listings. Looking globally? Our Luxury Real Estate Network connects you to exclusive properties worldwide.

Whether searching for homes, villas, condos, homesites, land or commercial property, you will find it all on our website featuring Hilton Head Island Real Estate, Bluffton Real Estate, Beaufort Real Estate, and luxury properties around the world.

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Joshua H. Buyers
I cannot say enough great things about Debbie and Daniel! #1 thing is that they were everything they presented themselves to be. They were incredible guides to my wife and I as we looked for and bought our first home. They're so helpful - they really put our wishes at the forefront of everything they did and went above and beyond. 10 out of 10 - I would go through the process again with them.
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Satisfied Client Callawassie Island
We engaged Alec Smith to be our Realtor because he was referred to us by very good friends living on Callawassie Island. We certainly made the right decision because his customer service skills are exceptional. He is easy to work with and his integrity, patience and perseverance to get our home on Callawassie sold and closed on time was his main objective. Alec knows and understands real estate without a question. he is on top of the Island’s current housing market. While being very personable and extremely professional, what was most important to us, is we could trust him. He has a bright future ahead of him in real estate and we will continue to recommend him as the best Realtor on Callawassie Island.
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Satisfied Client Seller - 328 Good Hope Road, Berkeley Hall
A 5-star experience from start to finish! We really don't know how the buying and selling process with Duke and Linda could be any better. Their delightful, calm demeanor throughout helped soothe the stress that moving creates. Excellent communication and professionalism every step of the way. First, they knew what we wanted and found the perfect home which we bought after one viewing. Only 3 days later they sold our house, again after one viewing. It seemed too good to be true. We highly recommend their services!
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Susan and Bob Hilton Head Island
We recently sold our home on Hilton Head through Christina Forbis. We have known her for several years and found her a warm, compassionate and completely trustworthy person. She has extensive knowledge of the island realty market as well as workers, agents, bankers, service people and contractors.. Selling a home usually entails some degree of stress for the sellers. Not so with her. Working with Christina was a pleasure and effortless with us. She leaves no loose ends and was always available to answer our questions and concerns. She was relentless in her work, always showing and promoting our home to potential buyers. As we live out of state,Christina was kind enough to handle many of our last minute details on her own time. She loves her work, is a true professional and a wonderful friend. All  her hard work produced a buyer with a good cash offer. Needless to say we were very pleased. Thank You Christina!
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Dean Courser Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
Our experience with Christina Forbis in purchasing a house on Hilton Head Island couldn’t have been better! Her ability to dial in a house for our needs, and point us in the right direction was fantastic. During the process of closing on the house,  her communication was outstanding in solving any problems. After we purchased the house, her help and guidance in selecting the right contractors for our remodel needs was invaluable. It certainly helps to have a person who is dialed in on Hilton Head Island!  
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Beckman Apsey Old Town Bluffton Seller
"There aren't enough words to recommend Matt and Kara enough! As soon as we found out that they were venturing into real estate from previous years of successful careers in other fields, we knew that they would be who we'd want to work with in this next phase of our life. From our first showing when Kara entertained our kids so we could walk the house undisturbed, to the sale of our first family home, they’ve been nothing but exceptional. They both operate with the highest levels of professionalism and urgency. They always act with your best interests in mind and give great advice to ensure you earn top dollar on your property. We are so thankful to call Matt and Kara not only our agents, but best friends. They both truly care and are the team you want by your side during the house selling and buying journey. We cannot recommend them enough. Thank yall for everything!"
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Rebecca L.
“Paul was part of a 2 person team that handled the sale of our home in Beaufort, SC. We appreciated his willingness to listen to our questions and answer them thoroughly. When he needed to get additional information he did not hesitate to do so and get back to us promptly. Paul is a down to earth kind of realtor and does not back away from the parts of the real estate process that take time and are the unseen steps that make it all work smoothly. We could not have been happier with his skills and with the result. Both my husband and I recommend Paul highly to anyone looking to buy or sell a property in the Beaufort SC area.”
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Maggie M.
"Buying a house with Cort Lifestyle Pros was like having dinner with old friends. They helped us with every step of the process and anticipated our needs. Daniel and Debbie Cort went above and beyond before, during and after our home purchase. We will definitely recommend them to anyone looking to sell or purchase a home.” 
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Satisfied Client
Chip Wedgeworth went above and beyond in every aspect of the selling process. His team members as well were incredibly friendly, efficient, and knowledgeable. Both Chip Wedgeworth and his team worked diligently and quickly sold our house. I think it took him about a week to have the house in the "under contract" status. Thanks to his wide and vast array of connections, his ability to peg the market and price accordingly, and to promptly and thoroughly give us any and all feedback that he received from other realtors and potential buyers. Mr. Wedgeworth and his team members worked with me in a variety of ways that can be described again as going above and beyond. They assisted me at what would be considered "after business" hours because of my own work schedule and did everything they could to accommodate us in the selling of our home to make the process seem much simpler than I thought it would have been. I would truly give the Wedgeworth team five stars in every single area above: local knowledge, process expertise, responsiveness, and negotiation skills amongst many other attributes that I would applaud with 5+ stars. I would recommend with the highest confidence Chip Wedgeworth and his team!
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Cynthia and John Rohrs
When we began looking in South Carolina for a new home, we only knew we loved the Bluffton/Hilton Head area.  We hadn’t yet set our sights on any specific plantation or community.  Like most people, we arrived in Bluffton having only looked online at house listings, and had a few we hoped a realtor could show us.  In our first meeting with Diana Sroufe, she suggested we first look at the communities to see what felt right, before we look at any houses. After all, it would do us no good to fall in love with a house if it was in a community we didn’t like.  She took us on a tour of four or five different communities, until we had firmly settled on Belfair (was it the Oaks? the Belfair Wave? the friendly population? all three?).  Diana listened to all of our chatter that day and learned a lot about our lifestyle, the kind of community we were looking for, what type of house we wanted and all of our different wants and needs.  As we went through homes in Belfair, she asked what we liked and didn’t like about each one and she used that information to determine which house to show us next.   On a second trip to the area a couple of weeks later, I was on a mission: I was here to buy a house.  I had a timeline, and the pressure was on.  Diana showed me everything she had that fit into our guidelines. After looking at quite a few homes, I was able to narrow it down to two.  Diana listened as I talked through the potential renovations, the overall condition of each house, what would need to be added or removed. During these conversations Diana’s true expertise shined through as she prompted me to consider things I would never have thought of. For instance, one house faced East, the other West. This turned out to be a key factor in the final decision. In short, Diana helped me crystalize my decision without ever trying to influence it.    I don’t believe I would have chosen the right house had we not had the benefit of Diana’s insights, expertise and experience.  Thankfully we did have her along for our ride, and we chose exactly the right home for us: the one facing East. 
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Tom and Sheila, Sun City Buyers
We highly recommend Christine for purchasing a home in the Beaufort County area. We worked with her remotely while living in Maryland, and the process was simple and rewarding. Once we shared our requirements, Christine continuously provided options that met our needs. She worked around our timelines, never rushed us, and flexibly accommodated home tours whenever we visited South Carolina. Once we chose a home, the deal closed within a few hours while we were traveling back to Maryland. Both before and after closing, Christine unexpectedly but generously offered to meet vendors and check on the property until we moved. She always had our best interests in mind. Anyone choosing Christine as their realtor will receive excellent attention and support.
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7 Holbrook Drive, Beaufort - Sellers
"Alec is a professional through and through. His knowledge of his craft is impressive. I think what I enjoyed about working with Alec the most is he always kept me up to date at every turn so I always knew what to expect. He is committed to getting the job done and he did just that. I would highly recommend Alec to anyone looking to either buy or sell a home in the Beaufort, SC area."
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Lindsey Stephens Hilton Head Island
Working with Steve Harmon has been a fantastic experience from start to finish. When I began the journey of searching for properties on Hilton Head Island, I never imagined I would - or could - buy a home sight unseen. Steve was the ultimate partner, not only in finding wonderful candidates, but also by being a second set of eyes and feet on the ground. Steve toured properties for me, and even with me via Facetime. When I found a property that I loved, Steve coached me through a highly competitive offer process, helping me to strengthen my offer and to make it the most attractive option for the buyers.After my offer was accepted, Steve negotiated and handled a closing punch list for the seller to implement, and then introduced me to a network of local Inspectors, Closing Lawyers and Insurance Agents - truly a gift as I negotiated this process from thousands of miles away. His help didn't stop there ... after moving in, when the AC failed, Steve had an HVAC team at my place immediately. When we needed an electrician and plumber for home renovations and projects, Steve had us covered. He has been the best resource from day one, and someone that I trust for advice on an ongoing basis.This may very well be my dream home that I'm living in, but if it's not, I know exactly who I'll be calling to assist me in my search for the next one.
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Buyer 35 Rose Dhu Creek Plantation Drive
“This was arguably one of the most challenging processes I’ve experienced because of the seller and the agent husband / wife team. Had it not been for Judd, the closing attorneys and the mortgage broker I don’t think this deal would have happened. Many thanks to Judd Tracy and Charter One for their patience and professionalism getting this deal over the finish line. Couldn’t have done it without you."
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Michael & Malinda Wirosloff Hilton Head Island
Rob Moore of Patrick and Taylor Real Estate at Charter One Realty, successfully sold our condo at full asking price.  He was extremely professional, and very easy to deal with. Rob, acting as a sellers agent, made a long distance transaction seamless and uncomplicated.   If ever we need a realtor again,  he would be our first and ONLY choice. Thanks again for a job well done!
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R. Smith Okatie, SC
Alec Smith has been our Realtor in two very successful real estate transactions in the past year, the sale of a spec house and a personal residence. His attention to detail, responsiveness, and ability to navigate thru the demanding sales process are unmatched, and it has been a pleasure working with him.
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Sun City Buyers Buyers of 68 Honesty Lane
Working with Sabrina was the highlight of my moving experience. I was only able to visit houses with her for one day, but she made the most of that time and was really able to home in on exactly what I wanted. Over the next couple of months, as I worked to sell my home in New Jersey, Sabrina sent me emails of current listings tailored to every detail I had mentioned during our one day together. When the listing for my house came up I wasn't able to make the trip down to see it myself. Sabrina did a virtual walk-through with me and gave me her honest opinion that she thought this house could be the right fit. I trusted her so much that I bought my house site unseen! Throughout it all Sabrina was kind, professional, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable. She made my home-buying experience a breeze, which was much appreciated since my home-selling experience in New Jersey was a nightmare. I would highly recommend Sabrina to anyone looking to buy a home in the Hilton Head/Bluffton area.
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Mrs. Quint
“ Paul Rittenhouse helped us find our dream home! My husband and I had to move across the country and were not be able to be in person to house hunt. Working with Paul felt like we had boots on the ground. He was eager to show us any property that caught our interest, making us feel like we were his top priority at all times. Ultimately, he navigated us through a tough situation, and found us our dream home that we were able to get an accepted offer on before it hit market. So thankful to have Paul represent us and help us transition into our next chapter of life!”
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Lisa B. Berkeley Hall Buyer
"Matt and Kara [Raehn] are excellent real estate agents. They are responsive, knowledgeable, and understand how to solve problems. They are true professionals and I recommend them without reservation."
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Robert Bird Hilton Head Island
This is the second time Richard has served as a broker for us. On both occasions his attention to detail, communication skills and hands-on involvement were exceptional. We would highly recommend Richard to anyone who is looking for a real estate agent to represent them in either the sale or purchase of real property.
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Debbie M., Buyer
Debbie and Daniel Cort were recommended to us by very good friends. After contacting Daniel, he was very responsive and listened to what we were looking for and within a couple of days booked us for showings. Debbie kept us up to date where we were in the process from offer to closing escrow. Do not hesitate to contact them for your real estate needs.
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Michael Slusne, Bluffton, SC
I highly recommend Jack Menzie of Charter One Realty based on our experience selling our family home in Rose Hill Plantation. From our initial consultation through closing, Jack demonstrated exceptional market knowledge, professionalism, and dedication. He provided valuable guidance on preparing and marketing the home, communicated clearly throughout the process, and handled negotiations with skill and confidence. Jack was especially patient and attentive to my parents’ specific needs, always taking the time to address questions and requests with care. His proactive approach, problem-solving skills, and willingness to go above and beyond made the entire selling process smooth and as stress-free as possible. I am extremely grateful for his hard work and would confidently recommend Jack to anyone considering selling their home.
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Cathy MacIlvane
“Ethan is very knowledgeable in every aspect of Real Estate. He is Hard working and a person with passion and integrity! I would recommend Ethan with all of our real estate needs. What drew us to Ethan was his patience and willingness to take the time to work with you. He understands that looking for a home is a personal journey and can be a life-changing decision. I would highly recommend working with Ethan at James Real Estate Advisors!”
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Buyers - 28 Squiresgate Hilton Head Island
As first time homebuyers and now owners! We were beyond grateful for how Sander’s helped us during this process and how he made a way for us against all odds (LITERALLY: market being crazy high, outside of our budget, and the island being in such high demands) somehow, sanders made a miracle take place for us and we are truly grateful! Sanders was also incredibly communicative and very articulate in helping us understand the process from beginning to end. Honestly, the professionalism exceeded our expectations and we wouldn’t have wanted to be with any other realtor!
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“Working with Sabrina was the highlight of my moving experience. I was only able to visit houses with her for one day, but she made the most of that time and was really able to home in on exactly what I wanted. Over the next couple months as I worked to sell my home in New Jersey, Sabrina sent me emails of current listings tailored to every detail I had mentioned during our one day together. When the listing for my house came up I wasn't able to make the trip down to see it myself. Sabrina did a virtual walk-through with me and gave me her honest opinion that she thought this house could be the right fit. I trusted her so much that I bought my house site-unseen! Throughout it all Sabrina was kind, professional, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable. She made my home buying experience a breeze, which was much appreciated since my home selling experience in New Jersey was a nightmare. I would highly recommend Sabrina to anyone looking to buy a home in the Hilton Head/Bluffton area.”
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Michelle M. Buyer
Daniel and Debbie were amazing to work with. We connected right from the start. They were very attentive to what I was looking for and the two of them make a great team together. You really can't find better people to work with. They are responsive, professional, friendly and I am happy to say that not only did I find a great realtor team but I found a great friendship with the two of them. I would highly recommend them with your real estate needs.
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Mark Breedlove Seabrook, SC
Alec Smith did an outstanding job finding the right buyer for my property. He was very knowledgeable on the area and willing to go the extra mile to show potential buyers the property. He will communicate often to explain market conditions and will guide you to make decisions on price and best steps to get your property sold as fast as possible.
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Karen and Steve Berzak Hilton Head Island
Thank you, Drew, for selling our home in Indigo Run on Hilton Head Island.  You and your team, Linda and Erin, were true professionals throughout the entire process.  We especially appreciate all the time and effort you put into marketing our property.  You were always available to answer any questions we had and to provide us with good suggestions.   We highly recommend your services to anyone looking to sell a home in Indigo Run or in the Hilton Head Island area!
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Bill & Charlotte Bartow Hilton Head Island
We contacted Christina Forbis because we had heard from friends that she was the best on the Island, that turned out to be completely accurate. She responded immediately and was very accessible. She used the first day to show us areas that we were interested in. By the second day she hit the nail on the head. We found a property in the Port Royal Plantation that was perfect, she got us the home of our dreams!  That was only the beginning of all of the work she did for us. She coordinated every step after that and made the transition easy.  We can't say enough great things about Christina’s professionalism. We also feel like we made a new friend. She is super easy to talk to, we had a lot of laughs and now we are looking forward to being her neighbor in beautiful Port Royal.  
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Linda Courey-Degnan
I don't even know how to begin reviewing the experience my wife and I had with Linda as our realtor. If I could give 10 stars, I would! She's that good. Linda is a total professional, but I feel like she became our good friend too. Friendly, smart, punctual, helpful, and thorough are just a few of the descriptions that apply. She made the entire process of buying our beach condo so much easier. She has a folder full of contacts of other pros just like her. "Need an attorney? I got a guy". "Need a home inspector? I got a guy" (This is New Jersey, after all...). Even after the sale she supplied us with names and numbers of handymen, floor experts, plumbers, you name it. Throughout the buying process, she was always there to text or call. There was no such thing as a stupid question. (And we had a bunch of them...) They were all answered. She was such a fantastic communications bridge between us, the listing agent, our attorney, and the HOA. My wife and I highly recommend Linda. We have every confidence that you will be pleased with the detailed service she will render you. We were so lucky we found her. She's the first friend we've made in our new neighborhood and we will remain in touch with her. She told us to call anytime if we need a recommendation. We will. And we will call to invite her for cocktails once the place is decorated!
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