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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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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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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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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