Helping to ensure a happy and toy-filled Christmas morning for many Lowcountry children, Charter One Realty has teamed up with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves' charity, Toys for Tots, to support the local community's needy children. The Charter One Realty offices in the Lowcountry have been designated as drop-off locations for the toy drive. New and unwrapped toys are graciously being accepted now through December 14th. The staff and agents at Charter One Realty have rallied and come together to already provide a generous outpouring of toys, books, and games. At a recent client appreciation oyster roast, Angela Barbic was delighted when her clients over-filled a donation box in one evening. “With the generosity of the community, our clients, and the agents…

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Toys for Tots

The holiday season is the season of giving, and one group that is known most for giving is the U.S Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Foundation. Toys for Tots collects toys from people all around the United States and donates them to underprivileged families. Charter One Realty is pleased to join the mission of the program which is to “DELIVER” smiles through giving new and unwrapped toys. We are happy to announce that our Charter One Realty offices will serve as drop off locations for Toys for Tots.

It doesn’t cost much to put a smile on a child’s face, BUT a smile that YOU create through giving is worth more than anything!

Without the support of the community and local businesses, this project would not be successful. The sales offices listed…

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VIM Check Presentation

 

Charter One Realty, the leading real estate brokerage in the Lowcountry, is giving back to the community with a commitment to donate $36,000 to Volunteers in Medicine. Volunteers in Medicine HHI, a non-profit 501(c)(3), provides free comprehensive medical and dental health care to patients who cannot afford these services, and who qualify for care at VIM. By providing free medical and dental to those in need, VIM is making a tremendous impact on the lives throughout the coastal Lowcountry.

On Tuesday, October 3, 2017, the partners of Charter One Realty presented VIM with a check for $18,000. Charter One Realty announced they would contribute an additional $18,000 in the following year totaling $36,000 to Volunteers in Medicine in 2017 and 2018…

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Alison Melton Charter OneCharter One Realty (www.CharterOneRealty.com) has announced that real estate professional Alison Melton has joined the company as an Agent.  Alison will be working out of the Berkeley Hall Office of Charter One Realty, which is located at 1024 Berkeley Hall Boulevard in Bluffton, SC.

Alison is a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS) and has also received the prestigious CNE designation (Certified Negotiation Expert), which places her among the top agents in the country in negotiation skills. Alison received the Elite Agent status from duPont Registry, the leading publication for luxury homes around the world and is a 5 Star Premier Agent with Zillow based on numerous excellent reviews.   

After a 15-year career on Wall Street focused on…

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 Fall Events in the Lowcountry

The drop in mercury has brought a welcome briskness to the famously warm island breezes, and in both Hilton Head and Bluffton this can mean only one thing: it’s time for some seriously fun fall festivals.

As you get ready to rediscover the Lowcountry following another bustling tourist season, we're here to help you get your social calendar set. Here are 4 activities you won’t want to miss on Hilton Head Island and in Bluffton this fall.

Burger, Bacon & BBQ, October 7, 2017

Vegans, you might want to skip this one.

The Island Rec Center is putting on a carnivorous carnival at Shelter Cove Community Park, featuring meatier fare from some of the island’s top kitchens, including One Hot Mama’s, Up The Creek Pub, Melly Mel’s, Captain Woody’s…

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Lorie Sauer charter one realtyCharter One Realty is dedicated to hiring only the best real estate professionals to serve your buying and selling needs in the Lowcountry. That is why we are excited to introduce you to the newest member of our elite team: Lorie Sauer. A native of Upstate New York, Lorie had a very successful career as a small business owner and as the Director of Catering for Historical Properties in Buffalo before to moving to the South. Lorie offers a unique combination of business and marketing expertise, with strong connections in the community. Teamed with The Cobb Group at Charter One Realty, Lorie and her team bring over 30 years of experience in sales, marketing and real estate in the Coastal Lowcountry. “We are very excited to welcome Lorie to Charter One…

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October Events 2017

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.

 

Farmers Market of Bluffton

Fresh, local produce, plants, nuts, herbs, flowers, honey, cheese, milk, eggs, meats, and seafood. You’ll also find specialty items like kettle corn, spices, coffee, tea, sweet treats, pastries, fresh pasta and sauces.

 

Every Thursday

Calhoun Street in Bluffton

For more information, call 855-287-7287.

 

 

Shops at Sea Pines Center Farmers’ Market

The Shops at Sea Pines Center offers a farmers’ market featuring Lowcountry Produce, crafts,…

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Home Staging

So you’ve decided the time has finally come to make your move to the Lowcountry.

First of all, smart move. We’re a little biased, but our little region of the south is one of the most charming and welcoming places on earth and we can’t wait to welcome you.

But first, you have to get your hone on the market. And if you want it to move, you’re going to have to roll up your sleeves and get some work done. Start by thinking about what made you fall in love with this house in the first place – what design feature first captivated you, which view first took your breath away, and then build from there.

In short, accentuate the positive, and eliminate the negative (or at least put the negative into storage until you’re under contract). That is how…

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Dear Friends,

The coast is clear in the Lowcountry. Residents have returned to the Island and businesses have opened their doors. Public roads were clear on Tuesday as residents were allowed to return to their homes on Hilton Head. Many residents experienced downed limbs and slight debris. Some areas in the Lowcountry experienced flooding, but for the most part, the damage to our area was minimal after Tropical Storm Irma.

 

Hilton Head Beach

Since Irma, weather conditions have been nothing short of perfect. The sun is shining and warming our hearts and homes. As we go about our day to day business, one cannot miss the surrounding beauty of our area and realize, this is why we “love where we live.”

Concerning real estate in our area, the market…

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We continue to monitor and track Hurricane Irma as it makes its way through the Atlantic. Still, the path is uncertain but what we do know is that preparation is key, and Gov. Henry McMaster urged citizens to prepare. We have compiled a list of helpful resources you can use to stay informed as the storm moves toward land. They can be found here Resources You Can Use Before, During, and After a Hurricane.

To help in the preparation process, we wanted to share a few suggestions and emergency preparedness check lists.

1. Fill up all vehicles with gas, check tires and oil
2. Have cash on-hand
3. Organize and pack important documents including insurance policies
4. Photograph your property including the interior, exterior, additional structures, and…

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