The Come-See-Me is one of Rock Hill’s signature events. It has been ranked in the South’s Top 20 Spring Festivals for numerous years and has been featured in Southern Living magazine twice. The festival’s mascot , “Glen the Frog,” was created by nationally-acclaimed illustrator Vernon Grant, a Rock Hill resident who also created the Rice Krispies gnomes, “Snap, Crackle, and Pop®.”                   This year’s ten-day Come-See-Me Festival will be held from April 15th—April 24th. It will feature a wide variety of activities, many of which will be held in Old Town. A sampling of these activities includes: ♦ Chalk on Main. April 16th, 4:30pm to 7:30pm. Kids, families, and artists will decorate Main Street with chalk art. Buckets of sidewalk chalk will be provided. An overhead photo will ... 04/04/2010

  One of the most sought after neighborhoods in all of Rock Hill is the Heathwood Subdivision.  Heathwood is located close to Winthrop University off of India Hook Road and has been one of the most desirable neighborhoods in all of Rock Hill for years.  The homes all possess their own unique characteristics and the lots are large and filled with mature trees and plantings.  The homes in Heathwood are of the finest construction and as many folks will tell you they have "good bones".  Many homes in Heathwood are being updated and renovated as new owners are moving in and with the pride neighbors take in their homes it helps maintain Heathwood as one of the "must live in" areas in all of Rock Hill.  Homes start in the low $200s and go up to well over $500k.  Heathwood is such a livable nei... 03/29/2010

If you plan on buying a new home in Timber Crossing or anywhere else in Rock Hill SC, WHY NOT get an additional 1% Cash Rebate on your Purchase? ... I'll show you how! View Rock Hill homes     The Community of Timber Crossing is located in York County, Rock Hill SC. Timber Crossing Home Builders: Schools:Lesslie, Castle Heights, Rock Hill ** Community Features: The Real Estate Brokers printed on your REBATE Coupon will give their clients an additional 1% Cash Back. Coupons are valid in all of North and South Carolina in addition to charlotte homes for sale. While you are out searching for your new home and spending time in the Timber Crossing Rock Hill, SC area, you may want to visit some local area attractions like: Arts Inc ( 0.5 mi), Historic Rock Hill-White Home ( 1.2 mi), Culture &... 03/23/2010

If you plan on buying a new home in Stonewood or anywhere else in Rock Hill SC, WHY NOT get an additional 1% Cash Rebate on your Purchase? ... I'll show you how! View Rock Hill homes     The Community of Stonewood is located in York County, Rock Hill SC. Stonewood Home Builders:The Ryland Group Inc * Schools:Belleview, Castle Heights, Rock Hill ** Community Features: The Real Estate Brokers printed on your REBATE Coupon will give their clients an additional 1% Cash Back. Coupons are valid in all of North and South Carolina in addition to charlotte homes for sale. While you are out searching for your new home and spending time in the Stonewood Rock Hill, SC area, you may want to visit some local area attractions like: Rice Art & Silver ( 0.8 mi), Rock Hill/York Cty Convention ( 1.9 mi), ... 03/23/2010

If you plan on buying a new home in Creeks Edge or anywhere else in Rock Hill SC, WHY NOT get an additional 1% Cash Rebate on your Purchase? ... I'll show you how! View Rock Hill homes     The Community of Creeks Edge is located in York County, Rock Hill SC. Creeks Edge Home Builders:Adams Homes * Schools:Mount Gallant, Rawlinson Road, Northwestern ** Community Features:Playground The Real Estate Brokers printed on your REBATE Coupon will give their clients an additional 1% Cash Back. Coupons are valid in all of North and South Carolina in addition to charlotte homes. While you are out searching for your new home and spending time in the Creeks Edge Rock Hill, SC area, you may want to visit some local area attractions like: Culture & Heritage Museums ( 2.7 mi), Thomas Artwork Unlimited ... 03/23/2010

The Rock Hill, SC real estate market is warming up with spring in the air!  Within the Piedmont Regional MLS system (of course the numbers are subject to change) here is what the current market looks like:    Homes For Sale: 754  - 29 of these homes are Foreclosures                                                                  Homes Under-contract: 88                                                                        Homes Sold since 01/01/2010: 39  -  11 of these homes were Foreclosures The average price of homes sold in Rock Hill since 01/01/2010 is $170,968.  If you are considering buying or selling a home, now is the time to call a Realtor...not just any Realtor, call someone that knows the real estate market and knows the area!  I am a native to Rock Hill and love my home to... 03/22/2010

If you plan on buying a new home in Laurel Creek or anywhere else in Rock Hill SC, WHY NOT get an additional 1% Cash Rebate on your Purchase? ... I'll show you how! View Rock Hill homes     The Community of Laurel Creek is located in York County, Rock Hill SC. Laurel Creek Home Builders:CWD Construction * Schools:Rosewood, Sullivan, Rock Hill ** Community Features:Tennis CourtsPool The Real Estate Brokers printed on your REBATE Coupon will give their clients an additional 1% Cash Back. Coupons are valid in all of North and South Carolina in addition to charlotte homes. While you are out searching for your new home and spending time in the Laurel Creek Rock Hill, SC area, you may want to visit some local area attractions like: Museum of York County (Myco) ( 2.3 mi), Winthrop University G... 03/16/2010

If you plan on buying a new home in Holland Springs or anywhere else in Rock Hill SC, WHY NOT get an additional 1% Cash Rebate on your Purchase? ... I'll show you how! View Rock Hill homes     The Community of Holland Springs is located in York County, Rock Hill SC. Holland Springs Home Builders:DCM Construction * Schools:Finley Road, Saluda Trail, South Pointe (SC) ** Community Features:Walking Trails The Real Estate Brokers printed on your REBATE Coupon will give their clients an additional 1% Cash Back. Coupons are valid in all of North and South Carolina in addition to charlotte nc homes. While you are out searching for your new home and spending time in the Holland Springs Rock Hill, SC area, you may want to visit some local area attractions like: Winthrop University Galleries ( 5.... 03/16/2010

If you plan on buying a new home in Riverwood or anywhere else in Rock Hill SC, WHY NOT get an additional 1% Cash Rebate on your Purchase? ... I'll show you how! View Rock Hill homes     The Community of Riverwood is located in York County, Rock Hill SC. Riverwood Home Builders:Colony Custom * WADDELL HOMES * Schools:Mount Gallant, Dutchman Creek, Northwestern ** Community Features: The Real Estate Brokers printed on your REBATE Coupon will give their clients an additional 1% Cash Back. Coupons are valid in all of North and South Carolina in addition to charlotte homes. While you are out searching for your new home and spending time in the Riverwood Rock Hill, SC area, you may want to visit some local area attractions like: Museum of York County (Myco) ( 2.3 mi), Winthrop University Gal... 03/16/2010

If you plan on buying a new home in Herndon Heritage or anywhere else in Rock Hill SC, WHY NOT get an additional 1% Cash Rebate on your Purchase? ... I'll show you how! View Rock Hill homes     The Community of Herndon Heritage is located in York County, Rock Hill SC. Herndon Heritage Home Builders:Infinity Design * Walker Madison * Schools:Sunset Park, Saluda Trail, South Pointe (SC) ** Community Features:Pond The Real Estate Brokers printed on your REBATE Coupon will give their clients an additional 1% Cash Back. Coupons are valid in all of North and South Carolina in addition to charlotte homes for sale. While you are out searching for your new home and spending time in the Herndon Heritage Rock Hill, SC area, you may want to visit some local area attractions like: Comporium Museum (... 03/16/2010

If you plan on buying a new home in Waterford Glen or anywhere else in Rock Hill SC, WHY NOT get an additional 1% Cash Rebate on your Purchase? ... I'll show you how! View Rock Hill homes     The Community of Waterford Glen is located in York County, Rock Hill SC. Waterford Glen Home Builders:Haines A Maxwell * Haines A. Maxwell * Waddell Homes * Schools:Independence, Castle Heights, Rock Hill ** Community Features:Recreation AreaTennis CourtsGolf CoursePool The Real Estate Brokers printed on your REBATE Coupon will give their clients an additional 1% Cash Back. Coupons are valid in all of North and South Carolina in addition to charlotte nc homes. While you are out searching for your new home and spending time in the Waterford Glen Rock Hill, SC area, you may want to visit some local a... 03/16/2010

Are you looking for a solid investment due to the stock markets wild ride or are you just getting out of college and renting ? If so,  you should be considering real estate to build your future. With interest rates at such a low rate and great values on the market , today is the perfect time to get started on the new home you have been dreaming of. In addition , why pay rent when there are so many first time home buyer programs out there to get you in your dream home and keep it in mind that this program ends soon. Contact us at The Guilliams Team  to get started. Have a great day   02/10/2010

Get Cash Back on Your New Home in Chapel Gate, Rock Hill SC If you plan on buying a new home in Chapel Gate or anywhere else in Rock Hill SC, WHY NOT get an additional 1% Cash Rebate on your Purchase? ... I'll show you how! View Rock Hill homes     The Community of Chapel Gate is located in York County, Rock Hill SC. Chapel Gate Home Builders:ARC Homes * Schools:India Hook, Dutchman Creek, Northwestern ** Community Features: The Real Estate Brokers printed on your REBATE Coupon will give their clients an additional 1% Cash Back. Coupons are valid in all of North and South Carolina in addition to charlotte homes for sale. While you are out searching for your new home and spending time in the Chapel Gate Rock Hill, SC area, you may want to visit some local area attractions like: Museum of... 02/07/2010

Get Cash Back on C If you plan on buying a new home in Stone Ridge or anywhere else in Rock Hill SC, WHY NOT get an additional 1% Cash Rebate on your Purchase? ... I'll show you how! View Rock Hill homes     The Community of Stone Ridge is located in York County, Rock Hill SC. Stone Ridge Home Builders:Alexander's Elite * Schools:Finley Road, Saluda Trail, South Pointe (SC) ** Community Features:Lake The Real Estate Brokers printed on your REBATE Coupon will give their clients an additional 1% Cash Back. Coupons are valid in all of North and South Carolina in addition to charlotte nc homes. While you are out searching for your new home and spending time in the Stone Ridge Rock Hill, SC area, you may want to visit some local area attractions like: Winthrop University Galleries ( 4.8 mi),... 02/07/2010

Get Cash Back on Your New Home in Catawba Shores Estates, Rock Hill SC If you plan on buying a new home in Catawba Shores Estates or anywhere else in Rock Hill SC, WHY NOT get an additional 1% Cash Rebate on your Purchase? ... I'll show you how! View Rock Hill homes     The Community of Catawba Shores Estates is located in York County, Rock Hill SC. Catawba Shores Estates Home Builders:Carolina Develoment * Olde South Homes * Tag Homes, LLC * Schools:Lesslie, Castle Heights, Rock Hill ** Community Features:Walking TrailsPool The Real Estate Brokers printed on your REBATE Coupon will give their clients an additional 1% Cash Back. Coupons are valid in all of North and South Carolina in addition to charlotte homes. While you are out searching for your new home and spending time in the Cata... 02/07/2010

Get Cash Back on Your New Home in Walkers Ridge, Rock Hill SC If you plan on buying a new home in Walkers Ridge or anywhere else in Rock Hill SC, WHY NOT get an additional 1% Cash Rebate on your Purchase? ... I'll show you how! View Rock Hill homes     The Community of Walkers Ridge is located in York County, Rock Hill SC. Walkers Ridge Home Builders:Sloan Adams * Warren Norman CoInc * Schools:Rosewood, Sullivan, Rock Hill ** Community Features:Walking TrailsPool The Real Estate Brokers printed on your REBATE Coupon will give their clients an additional 1% Cash Back. Coupons are valid in all of North and South Carolina in addition to charlotte homes. While you are out searching for your new home and spending time in the Walkers Ridge Rock Hill, SC area, you may want to visit some local ... 02/07/2010

If you have not tried the Red Bowl restaurant yet you have to do it soon.  One of the newest restaurants to open in Rock Hill the Red Bowl has quickly become one of the most popular gathering spots in  Rock Hill.  The menu is enormous and the portions are even bigger.  We have been experimently with sushi and we absolutely love the Crazy Roll which our waitress recommended one night.  If you enjoy sushi then the Red Bowl is the place for you.  The menu features a wide array of selections perfect for any appetite whether you prefer dishes with chicken, steak, seafood and even eel it is on the menu.  Some of our favorites include Sesame Chicken, General Tso's Chicken, Garlic Chicken, and their Stir Fry Bowls are super yummy.  The eggrolls are also a must and the service, wait staff and a... 01/30/2010

Carefully consider the type of flooring you select for each room in your home.  Make choices based on room size, traffic, health concerns and value.  Certain flooring choices can increase allergens, require expensive cleanings, or costly remodeling to implement.  Consider these flooring tips when selecting flooring. Room size:  Select light colored or large patterned flooring in smaller rooms to create the illusion of space.  Dark, rich colors add warmth and intimacy in larger rooms. Traffic:  High traffic areas like kitchens and entryways benefit from the durability and easy cleaning of tile or laminate flooring.  Maintain warmth and comfort in the bedroom and family room with carpeting. Health:  Avoid wall-to-wall carpeting if you are plagued by respiratory problems or sever allergie... 01/14/2010

The old textile mill located in Rock Hill, SC on Chatham Avenue received two prestigious awards! Known now as the Cotton Factory once operated as a textile mill and is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places.  The remodeled Cotton Factory was completed in 2007.  McClure Nicholson Montgomery, the architectural firm that worked on the project, was awarded the American Institute of Architects' Tower Award for Historic Restoration and Preservation of the Rock Hill Cotton Factory.   The Cotton Factory also recently received one of the National Housing & Rehabilitation Association's "Timmy" Awards for Best Commercial-Retail Nonresidential Project. The Cotton Factory is currently occupied by Williams & Fudge, New South Interiors, and Springs Creative. 01/05/2010

As we wind down 2009 and prepare for a new year there are several opportunities that folks need to consider as part of their financial future.  For many reasons we all believe that the start of a new year is the perfect time to wipe the slate clean and get organized and ready to commit to goals and dreams.  Here are few important things to consider as you enter a new year. *  Is this the time to refinance?  Interest rates are still at some of the lowest rates ever , but many experts expect the interest rates to begin to climb. *  Should I consider buying my first home?  Investing in real estate is still one of the most sound investments folks can make and with just 4 more months of the tax credit for first time home buyers now is the time to start looking. *  Are there advantages to co... 12/29/2009