This is a common question that home buyers and sellers in the coastal Lowcountry consistently ask themselves.  In early June 2016, the leading economists in real estate converged on The Big Easy as they presented their answers to this question and many more at the 50th Annual Real Estate Journalism Conference for the National Association of Real Estate Editors.

Here are some of the top takeaways from this four-day conference:

Millennials and first-time home buyers and their impact on the market were the topic of many conversations at the conference.  Chief Economist for Realtor.com, Jonathan Smoke, was quoted to say:

“At any given time in our history, demographics would explain 60-80% of what’s happening [in the market], and we are in a…

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The architectural roots of the porch go back further that the typical Queen Anne-style Victorian homes found in the mid-19th century. The word “porch” is derived from the Latin porticus and Greek portico, meaning “passage”, which refers to the covered openings of homes and buildings. These porticos were usually supported by a row of stately columns and provided a space for one to find shelter from the midday sun or marked the entrance of important buildings or temples.

Today, porches in the Lowcounty embody Southern charm and are ideal settings for social gatherings both planned and spontaneous. They encourage a sense of neighborliness and community and because of our pleasant year-round weather, they are typically a room for all seasons. 

These…

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HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC, June 2016 – Charter One Realty is proud to announce that Allison Cobb of the Cobb Group, was awarded the 2016 Best Real Estate Agent in the Bluffton Today Readers’ Choice Awards.  This is the second year in a row and the third time in 4 years that Allison has received this award.

Allison was voted the Readers’ Choice winner in the real estate agent category among a list of several hundred local real estate professionals. The awards were announced in May and the winners were featured in a special section of the Bluffton Today newspaper.

“This award is special because it is voted on by the community and it really shows that we are succeeding in making client satisfaction our top priority.” Said Allison Cobb, REALTOR®.…

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Summer is calling here in the Coastal Lowcountry. Memorial Day weekend on Hilton Head Island is the kick off to summer and June is the perfect month to soak up the sun on one of our beautiful beaches. Our sleepy resort town starts to hum with life as the visitors come to enjoy our Island in the sun. The Island’s unmistakable Lowcountry charm can be found from the tranquil waterways and marshes to the windswept beaches.  Whether you choose to tee off at one on of our world-class golf courses, explore the waterways by kayak, or simply relax and unwind on the beach, Hilton Head has you covered and reminds us daily of why we love to call Hilton Head Island home.

 

June is full of exciting events here in the Lowcountry including Palmetto Bluff’s concerts…

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Bluffton’s Oyster Factory Park recently underwent over $900,000 worth of upgrades. The town celebrated the enhancements on Thursday, May 12, 2016, with an official ribbon cutting. For many years, the Oyster Factory has been used as a boat launch to the May River. Inadequate parking and a single ramp made access to the river challenging.

Because the Bluffton Oyster Factory Park is the gateway to the May River, the town knew improvements were necessary. The improvements include expanded parking and a wooden walkway to the water. The latest improvements include a brand new finger dock and a 2 lane boat launch. According to the Mayor of Bluffton, Lisa Sulka, the improvements increase the value of Bluffton and provide an openness to…

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This past weekend marked the 38th annual Bluffton Village Festival along Calhoun Street in Downtown Bluffton. The event, organized by the Bluffton Rotary Club, attracted thousands of visitors to Downtown Bluffton this year. A highly anticipated event in the Lowcountry, the festival always falls on Mother’s Day weekend and features live bands, dancers and street music on several stages. Vendor tents filled with arts and crafts lined the streets as visitors made their way to the end of Calhoun Street to enjoy the waterfront views from the Church of the Cross.

This past weekend marked the 38th annual Bluffton Village Festival along Calhoun Street in Downtown Bluffton. The event, organized by the Bluffton Rotary…

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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 first quarter real estate market for the coastal Lowcountry. The following report has taken market data from each community on Hilton Head Island and the Mainland to illustrate 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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Now that Easter break and the RBC Heritage Golf Tournament (congratulations to Graeme Mc Dowell) are over, May is the perfect month to relax and retreat to the sea. The warm weather and quiet beaches are just a few reminders of why we love to call Hilton Head Island and the Lowcountry home. And there’s no better month to spend outdoors. May is filled wonderful Lowcountry events including Mother’s Day brunches, festivals, farmer’s markets, and outdoor entertainment. 

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

 

Luke Mitchell Live at Skull…

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A Special Program in the Lowcountry Enriching the Lives of Individuals with Disabilities

Heroes on Horseback (www.heroesonhorseback.org) is a local non-profit that enriches the lives of children and adults with physical, mental and emotional disabilities by providing safe, professional and ethical equine-assisted therapeutic activities. The organization, located at 100 Stillwell Road in Bluffton, offers a number of programs to meet the individual needs of those with disabilities throughout the community, providing services based on each participant’s needs, abilities and interests.


At Heroes on Horseback, all programs are designed to help children and adults overcome barriers that challenge their everyday lives – with the horse providing freedom of…

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April is an exciting time here in the Coastal Lowcountry. There are many events taking place this month on Hilton Head Island and in Bluffton. Featured events include the RBC Heritage and the Hilton Head Island Boat Show.

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

FEATURED APRIL EVENTS:

Taste of Bluffton


A Southern celebration of food in the heart of Bluffton. This festival celebrates the sights and flavors of the South Carolina Lowcountry. Located right along Calhoun Street in Downtown Bluffton. While you're at the Taste of Bluffton, be…

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