🕵️♀️ Things to Do During Due Diligence: Protecting Your Investment Before ClosingBuying a home is exciting—but before you fall in love completely, it’s time to do your homework. The due diligence period is your opportunity to investigate every aspect of the property and make sure it’s the right
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11/09/2025
Every seller wants to get the best price for their home. That’s natural — your home is full of memories, hard work, and improvements you’ve made along the way. Maybe you added a deck, remodeled the kitchen, or replaced the roof. You’ve invested time, money, and love, and it’s easy to believe the
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10/29/2025
Mountain Lake Retreat on Whippoorwill Hollow: A Hidden Gem in Mountain Rest, SCThere’s something special about finding a place where the pace of life slows down and the natural world takes center stage. Nestled along the peaceful shores of Mountain Rest Lake, this charming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath hom
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10/24/2025
🏡 Eight Houses, Zero Furniture — What That Tells Us About Today’s MarketI showed eight houses this weekend. Every single one of them was vacant — no furniture, no owners, no renters. Just empty rooms waiting for a buyer who can make the numbers work.And that’s the problem right now.We don’t need
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10/20/2025
Understanding Loan Processing Times: What Buyers Should Know Right NowWhen you’re ready to make an offer on a home, timing matters. Knowing how long it takes for your loan to close can help you set realistic expectations and avoid unnecessary stress. Our trusted loan partner, Nicole Reeves — Seni
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10/20/2025
Reduce the Price—or Keep the Property?Price, location, and condition decide the outcome. Location is fixed. The condition can be improved. Price is the lever you control today. The real question is simple: Do you want your price, or do you want to sell?Your Days-on-Market Reality Check When did y
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10/12/2025
How does the condition affect the price? Turnkey = top of the comp band. Fresh systems + neutral finishes push a home to the high end of recent comparable sales. Dated but sound = mid-band. Buyers' discount for upgrades they’ll do soon (kitchen/bath/flooring/paint). Deferred maintenance = lower b
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10/12/2025
🌊 Waterfall Visiting & Safety Guide 📍 1. Plan Ahead ☐ Research the location — know the trail length, terrain, and difficulty.☐ Check the weather forecast — avoid going after heavy rains when water levels are high and rocks are slick.☐ Wear proper footwear with good tread (no flip-flops). Trails a
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10/05/2025
A Golden Corner TraditionFall Colors Against the Blue Sky There’s something magical about fall in the Upstate. 🍁The crisp air, the deep blue sky, and the brilliant golds, reds, and oranges that pop against the evergreens—it’s a show that never gets old.As I drive through the winding roads near M
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10/04/2025
📝 How to Be Sure the Septic Tank Is Actually on the Property You’re Selling In real estate, surprises are rarely a good thing—especially when it comes to septic systems.Imagine getting to closing only to discover that the septic tank or drain field is not actually located on the property being s
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10/04/2025
