Blog Written by Norma Jenkins

Daufuskie Island Real Estate Specialist

Daufuskie Island is now a destination that not only appeals to tourists and curiosity seekers but, more importantly, to buyers who may become new residents.

The Daufuskie Rum Company has tracked those visiting the Rum factory over the last two years and their world map now has pins in 45 countries. Island guests from all 50 states, plus all territories, have also enjoyed the wonders of Daufuskie. It really is amazing that this little island is attracting such world-wide interest. If you haven't visited this magical island it is time to do so.


It is Labor Day as I write this and a touch of Fall is in the air. The weekend started out with a bang as the winds and rain of…

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Fall in love with the Lowcountry with these events scheduled in September. 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


Shannon & Cappy at the Harbour!
Enjoy live music and family fun as we end the summer on Hilton Head Island. A favorite among locals and visitors, Shelter Cove Harbour turns up the fun with musical entertainment from Shannon Tanner…

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Hilton Head Island, August 2016 – Charter One Realty has announced that Ann Lilly has joined the company as a broker associate at their Charter One Realty North office located at 81 Main Street on Hilton Head Island.

An integral part of the Hilton Head Island/Lowcountry real estate industry since 2004, Ann is an established leader in residential sales. Ann strives to provide excellent service, while continuously putting her clients first, maintaining integrity, providing in-depth community and market-knowledge, and effective negotiation skills. She has an outstanding reputation for her ability to coordinate the details of today’s sophisticated transactions.

Ann is an active member of the Hilton Head Area Association of Realtors, and was named…

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HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC, August 2016 – Charter One Realty is pleased to announce that Joey Doyle has joined the company as an agent and a member of Richard MacDonald and Associates, a top producing real estate team in the Lowcountry. Joey will welcome clients at the company’s North office located at 81 Main Street on Hilton Head Island. Joey joins more than 130 established real estate professionals at Charter One Realty, the Lowcountry’s sales volume leader in real estate.

Joey has been assisting clients for the last five years in Indigo Run as Membership Director for The Golf Club at Indigo Run. Maintaining a strong focus on marketing, leadership and client service allowed her to reach historic growth levels in her most recent sales position. With her…

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We call Hilton Head Island home; others call it the #1 ranked island in the Continental U.S. From the gorgeous white sand beaches of Hilton Head Island, SC to the award winning communities on the Mainland, the Lowcountry truly has it all. And now with non-stop direct flights from many cities, getting to and from the Lowcountry is a breeze.

Take a look at the recent awards recently given to Hilton Head Island, communities on the Mainland and several of our topnotch resorts. Then let us show you why we love to call the Lowcountry home.

Travel + Leisure Recognizes Hilton Head Island as a Best Island…Twice.

It’s no secret to those of us who live here why Hilton Head Island real estate is so attractive. Travel + Leisure has noticed too, ranking…

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The Hilton Head Island and Mainland Real Estate market continues to shift and change in small and meaningful ways.  Charter One Realty presents a comprehensive look at the 2016 mid-year real estate market for the coastal Lowcountry. This market snapshot includes market data from each community on Hilton Head Island and the Mainland.  It illustrates the changes and trends in our local real estate market market. 

As the Real Estate leader on Hilton Head Island and the Mainland, Charter One Realty will help you obtain market information & provide sound real estate advice, whether buying or selling. For additional information, please contact 844-526-0002 or visit CharterOneRealty.com.

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August is full of exciting events here in the Lowcountry including Shelter Cove’s Harbourfest, sunset celebrations at Shelter Cove, art exhibits, and live outdoor entertainment. The possibilities for fun are endless here on Hilton Head Island and in Bluffton.  

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

HarbourFest                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      …

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Announced on June 28, 2016, Allegiant Air is offering new non-stop service from several cities to the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV). Currently, Allegiant Air offers year-round non-stop service to Baltimore/Washington (BWI) and will add Newark (WER) on November 16, 2016. Recently added to the seasonal non-stop services to Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport include flights from Indianapolis (IND), Pittsburgh (PIT) and Lexington (LEX).

With these added routes, Allegiant Air will offer service from eight major cities to Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport. The Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport also offers non-stop service from an additional 18 US destinations including daily flights from Charlotte to the Hilton…

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If you’re sitting on the fence about listing your Hilton Head Island or Bluffton home for sale, here is the #1 reason why you don’t want to wait.

Historical data and the Existing Homes Sales Report show that buyer demand continues to outpace the supply of homes for sale. The National Association of REALTORS’ (NAR) Chief Economist, Lawrence Yun had this to say this on the inventory shortage:

“With demand holding firm and homes selling even faster than a year ago, the notable increase in closings in recent months took a dent out of what was available for sale.

Realtors are acknowledging, with increasing frequency lately, that buyers continue to be frustrated by the tense competition and lack of affordable homes for sale in their market.”

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Blog by George Cobb

The Cobb Group at Charter One Realty

 

It is clear that supply and demand drive real estate decisions, but you would be amazed how important “timing” is in real estate and how it makes a difference in winning or losing. For example, if the market is in a stall period, it is easy for buyers and sellers to sit back and watch without having to make any critical commitments.

However, if you want to be a winner, one needs to pay attention to the statistics on change. Currently, the real estate business is under slow but constant improvement. Inventory is decreasing and prices are moving up. Days on market are decreasing, and accurately priced homes, villas and lots on the market are selling very quickly.

If you’re a buyer…

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