January 29, 2008
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For those of you who have read this blog for a while, you know I think the whole concept of having some sort of meltdown or crisis in the real estate economy is a bunch of “hooey”. Perhaps I’m a bit spoiled, here in Columbia, South Carolina where the market is basically insulated from any wild swings in property values. However, for those that are convinced we are in crisis mode, this two-part video is just for you.
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January 28, 2008
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Okay, maybe it isn’t that melodramatic, but you should prepare yourself mentally and sometimes emotionally for selling your home.
While those of us in South Carolina (especially the Columbia marketplace) aren’t experiencing some of the roller coaster emotions that others in this nation are, it is still a good idea to know what you are about to enter into before putting that “For Sale” sign in the yard.
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December 5, 2007
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What exactly is the current situation in the Columbia or also known as the Midlands, South Carolina housing market? I researched the period of November 1 - November 30th to see where we stand as a marketplace. I have looked at the entire market, from Columbia to Irmo, Chapin and Lexington, Blythewood to Newberry County to Kershaw County to Aiken and Orangeburg.
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November 13, 2007
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So, you’re ready to take on finding that perfect home here in Columbia. Talking with your Realtor, they mention things about latent defects, state disclosures and home inspections - but what does it all mean?
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October 13, 2007
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What the heck does “upside down” or “inequity position” mean and is a “short sale” an easy fix? Find out about some of the details for Columbia’s homeowners from Kathy here.
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Help! I'm "Upside Down" in My House! [6:54m]:
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October 13, 2007
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For our first neighborhood spotlight, I thought we’d stroll through the Riverwalk subdivision. Conveniently located in Irmo, SC, this nearly 800 home community was developed by Mungo Homes in the early 1990s. Another major builder for this subdivision was Rymarc Homes. Priced at an entry level price point, Riverwalk is affordable for first time buyers as resales are currently being priced Read the rest…
October 11, 2007
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This isn’t a podcast about how to sell your home quickly using a real estate agent’s canned, technology-infused, patented selling system. It won’t buy your house if it doesn’t sell in 90 days. However, if these zones are ignored, it could mean you may not be able to sell your home at all (or if you do it will be at a huge discount).
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What are the "Three Zones" That Can Make or Break a Sale? [7:39m]:
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October 7, 2007
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I just happened to be surfing through the CNN/Money website tonight, and stumbled upon the report which details the 25 “Most Affordable” Housing Markets. Well, right there at number 12 is our very own Irmo!
So much for keeping our little secret anymore. I guess that means more folks will want to know more about this “EER-mo”, “Eye-MOH”, however it is pronounced city. (For those who want to know, it’s pronounced “IHR-MO”.)
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October 7, 2007
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Greetings to everyone who visits my real estate blog and podcast site. I have decided to take the plunge and “open a dialogue” to those of you with an abiding interest in the real estate market of Columbia, South Carolina. I hope that you will find these podcasts and blog of interest and that I can assist you with your real estate needs in some way. As you probably have noticed, there is already a podcast uploaded to the site.
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October 6, 2007
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Just what is going on with the current real estate market in Columbia, South Carolina? Kathy approaches this topic in her typical “No Bull” style.
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The Midlands' Housing Market [4:25m]:
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