The Importance of Professional Photography
The Importance of Professional Photography Although this may seem like common sense, it is surprising how many legacy property management programs overlook this #1 in marketing a vacation rental home or condominium. The web has changed how customers absorb information. The importance of visual has not changed, but the speed in which a customers needs to experience the vacation home through...
Vacation Rentals And Home Warranties: A Unseen Expense
Are Vacation Home Warranties Good For Vacation Rental Owners? The short answer is no. Home warranties are famous for delayed responses and low price (value) technicians. Still, I can consider the argument of home warranties are good values... but for primary residences only. Even then, I find they are frustrating and typically without complete resolution. For vacation rentals, large and...
Out with the old and in with the new on Isle of Palms
by Traci Magnus I can't tell you how many locals have mentioned having fond memories of the Red and White Grocery Store just next to the IOP connector on Palm Boulevard. Of course, by now anyone who lives on or near the island knows that the Red and White is no more, and the days of "Newton Farms" are soon to begin. Donnie Whitaker, a Realtor® in our Isle of Palms Office, has written a post...
Not So Common Advice for Staging Your Home
If you've read magazines, blogs, websites, or listened to a real estate agent discussing staging your home you have been told you should bake cookies, put out flowers, clear clutter, and depersonalize as much as possible. That is great advice. However, in the most recent edition of Realtor® magazine, there is some advice from a few California agents. Myra Nourmand, a Beverly Hills real estate...
Why Hasn’t the Internet Replaced the Realtor®?
I came across a provocative article in Bloomberg BusinessWeek, and, frankly, it struck at a question I’ve been wondering about myself- why hasn't the internet replaced the Realtor ®. The internet has changed so many industries–the iTunes Store and music; Expedia and travel agents–what about real estate? There have been a number of web players entering the space, from Trulia and Zillow to Redfin,...
Finding the Right Folly Beach Vacation Rental
Finding the right property from a large selection of Folly Beach vacation rentals can be a time consuming task. If you've reached this post for help, you've likely invested hours into your research. Here are a few tips for making the search for your perfect vacation rental enjoyable and time efficient. 1. Pick 2 sets of preferred dates before starting. This will provide some flexibility on your...
The BEST views on Sullivans Island
This gorgeous Sullivans Island home features decks and porches off of every bedroom! In fact, the rooftop deck is one of the highest points on the Island. The views from this property are stunning! You really have to see it for yourself. The interior layout is equally impressive with a gourmet kitchen, dual master suites and dual laundry rooms. Little details like a steam shower in the master...
A Message from the President… “Our Charleston Coast”
I had the opportunity to visit Augusta this week for a Masters practice round thanks to a good friend who shared his corporate passes with me. It was a day trip, but worth the three hour drive up and back. The course is undoubtedly one of the the most beautiful in America. As pretty as the Masters is, I couldn't help thinking on the drive home, how fortunate we are to live on the Charleston...
Beachfront management meeting on Folly Beach
by Vince Perna, dunes properties of Charleston agent, 843.425.6414, vperna@dunesproperties.com Several authorities were present for an informational meeting at Folly Beach City Hall on Tuesday night, including the US Army Corps of Engineers, DHEC, and the City of Folly Beach. The meeting room was overflowing, and several guests made presentations to the group, followed by a question and answer...
Pristine James Island Home in Westfield Place
1206 Hepburn Drive 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, 1994 sq. ft. Westfield Place, James Island $359,700 This pristine home with detached garage is on a beautiful private fenced-in lot with mature landscaping. You'll find all the best upgrades - hardwood floors, high ceilings, granite counters and stainless appliances in the kitchen. The spacious first floor master has an ensuite bathroom featuring...