More people than ever are buying homes which is great news! It means more people have a chance at building wealth through homeownership. But if you really want to build wealth, you have to build equity.

Home equity is the percentage of your home's market value that you own...and …

Although the beautiful summer weather will stick around for a while, the official summer season is coming to an end. (*Insert sad face emoji here) We're all about taking advantage of some of the special summer events along the Grand Strand!

Locals know the place to be on …

You've probably heard the rule: Save for a 20-percent down payment before you buy a home. The logic behind saving 20 percent is solid. It shows you have the financial discipline and stability to save for a long-term goal, it helps you get favorable rates from lenders, and it …

File this post under nothing to do with actual real estate but everything to do with living in South Carolina! If you follow us at all, you know we Love Where We Live! And this is just one more reason why. South Carolina is already well known for its foodie …

There are so many incredible, awesome reasons to live here on the Grand Strand...don't let a couple mosquitos bug you!

Check out this video...all organic, DIY mosquito repellant. You're welcome. :)

The Home Inspection...it can cause anxiety in buyers and fear in sellers! Either way, it's a crucial part of the home buying process. Follow these simple guidelines and don't get "tripped up" by the Home Inspection

#1 Don't be Cheap

Hire an experienced …

Why Professional Photography Matters When Selling Your Home

So you're ready to list your home for sale and you've started interviewing Real Estate Agents. If the Agent you're talking to is not a firm believer in hiring a professional photographer to take the listing photos of your home, …

Hovering at 4.5%, interest rates remain at record lows. when you look at the graph above, it's incredible how much difference your rate can make in your monthly payment...and consequently, how much house you can afford to buy.

According to FreddieMac, rates are projected to climb to 5.1% …

VA Loans - Helping Veterans and Active Duty Service Members Buy A Home.

The VA Home Loan was created in 1944 to help service members purchase homes when returning from duty without the standard requirements of a down payment or excellent credit score. VA Loans are issued by …

If you're considering selling your home, and even if you're not, it pays to know which home improvement projects are worth your time and money! According to HGTV, these are the top 4 home improvement projects that will net you the most return on your investment. (ROI)

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