Several Charter One Realty sales professionals were recently recognized by the Hilton Head Area Association of Realtors with the Realtor Service Award. Each year, the Association awards Realtors in our area with this distinguished Realtor Service Award.  Charter One Realty is proud to have several sales professionals honored with this award in 2016.  

The Realtor® Service Award honors a small percentage of Realtors who have completed high levels of continuing education, professional development, Association involvement, and leadership, as well as dedicated service to our community by volunteering their time, talent and financial support. This distinction honors real estate professionals who demonstrate a passion for their industry and community while…

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With so many varied activities taking place in Hilton Head Island and Bluffton, over the next month there is something that is sure to please everyone. Whatever your choice, enjoy!

 

 

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.

 

Contemporary Impressionism, Featured Art by Nancy Vineburgh

The SOBA Gallery is excited to start the new year by introducing Nancy Vineburgh as the January Featured Artist with her show “Contemporary Impressionism.” Appropriate for a fresh new year as the work to be displayed is lively and carefree,…

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Charter One Realty (www.CharterOneRealty.com) has announced that real estate professional, Kitty Bartell has joined the company as an Agent and a member of the Carroll & Dayton team.  Kitty will be working out of the North Office of Charter One Realty, which is located near the gate of Hilton Head Plantation on Main Street.

Kitty Bartell joined the Carroll & Dayton/Charter One Realty partnership because their guiding principle aligned well with her own … a shared belief that it is a privilege to be a part of helping people make one of the most important decisions, and often one of the biggest decisions of their lives.

As a licensed Realtor®, and member of the Hilton Head Area Association of Realtors, Kitty believes that one of the best parts of…

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Chilly weather won't keep potential buyers from visiting your open house...especially in the Hilton Head and Bluffton area. Here are some tips to get buyers to show up to your open house and fall head over heels for your winter listing!

  1. Market warmth. When advertising homes for sale, cater to the season. For example: in the cold winter months, feature a photo of that fireplace filled with a roaring fire, surrounded by cozy winter colors. No fireplace? Candles and other warm lighting can convey the same inviting feeling that will make buyers want to curl up in your house all winter.
  2. Don’t forget about pathways. Clean and clear the path so it welcomes buyers as they approach. If ice is a possibility, be sure to purchase de-icing materials well…

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Charter One Realty is pleased to announce that Steve Petro has joined the company at their Berkeley Hall office located at 1024 Berkeley Hall Boulevard in Bluffton, SC.  Steve joins over 120 top producing real estate professionals at Charter One Realty, Hilton Head Island and the Lowcountry’s sales volume leader in real estate.  

 

Originally from New England, Steve relocated to the Lowcountry in 1981 to pursue his career as the General Manager with Moss Creek Plantation. Over the years, Steve has­­ held positions as Broker-in-Charge, Director of Sales, and Sales Manager with various builders and brokerage companies in the Hilton Head, Beaufort, and Savannah markets.

 

Steve has crafted his real estate experience with an exceptional foundation…

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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.

 

Ellis Marsalis Quintet

Jazz patriarch and master Ellis Marsalis and his quintet bring the cool and a night of music you won’t forget!

January 14th – December 31st, All day event

Arts Center of Coastal Carolina

For more information, call 843.842.2787.

 

Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra

The majestic magnum opus of Saint-Saëns performed by Chad Martin, renowned organist of the First Presbyterian Church of Hilton Head.

 January 15th – 16th – 4:00 p.m. on Sunday & 8:00…

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Blog By: Sonny Huntley

Agent | Charter One Realty

The 23rd VanLandingham Rotary Auction will be held this February 26th, from noon until 3:00 pm. It is a televised internet auction where you can also call into the site and make your bid on nearly 400 items that have been gathered from the Hilton Head Island and Bluffton area. Proceeds will benefit The Sandbox and The First Tee program at the Boys and Girls Club.

The Sandbox is a children’s museum on Pope Avenue that offers interactive educational opportunities to children with their parents. The Sandbox is scheduled to move to a new complex on Coligny Circle once the building is complete in 2018.

The First Tee is a national youth development program for underprivileged children which…

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Americans are on the move and according to United Van Lines’ 39th Annual National Movers Study, South Carolina is one of the most popular relocation states. It comes as no surprise! With mild year-round temperatures, Hilton Head Island and Bluffton are the perfect coastal towns. Plus, direct flights to Savannah International Airport make getting to and from the Lowcountry a breeze. Much of the inbound activity to Hilton Head Island and the surrounding Mainland seems to be Northeastern Boomers in search of warmer climates after retiring.  For the 4th year in a row, the Northeast saw a concentration of high outbound activity. Oregon has held the top spot of “high Inbound” states for three years followed by our very own South Carolina.  

If you’re…

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Bluffton, South Carolina, December 2016 – Charter One Realty (www.CharterOneRealty.com) has announced that real estate professional Donna Dunbar has joined the company as an Agent.  Donna will be working out of the Promenade Office of Charter One Realty, which is located at 1 Promenade Street in Bluffton.

Donna Dunbar recently retired from Parris Island as a Marine Corps Sergeant Major.  Donna’s experience and training have provided a unique skill set sure to add value to buyers and sellers. With a keen eye for detail, excellent communication skills, and polished leadership skills, she is a great addition to the Charter One Realty family.  A large percentage of the local market consists of active duty and retired military in need of a VA expert.  There…

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Volunteers In Medicine 2016

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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