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Downtown Charleston Short Sale...Already Rented! 155 Line St, Charleston SC 29403

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:16:51 GMT

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155 Line St Charleston, SC

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Short Sale Opportunity! What a cute freemans cottage available in downtown Charleston. Own a true gem in Charleston history for a great price! This cottage offers a quaint affordable living space perfect for the downtown professional or student. Located in the up and coming Elliotborough subdivision, this property was renovated 5 years ago. Downtown rental rates are on the rise, this could be the perfect investment opportunity for you! Call Andy today for more information at 8 4 3 3 4 3 2 7 4 9. What a price!

MLS# 2832028
$109,900
1 Bed, 1 Bath
155 Line St
Charleston SC, 29403

Andy Ackerman
EXIT REALTY CHARLESTON GROUP
843-343-2749
andy@exitcharleston.com

Charleston SC Real Estate
A full service Charleston Area Real Estate Brokerage with 4 offices located in the Goose Creek, Mount Pleasant, Sullivan's Island, and West Ashley Areas of Charleston SC. Services include residential sales and property management including long term and vacation rentals, and commercial sales and leasing.
1-800-886-3406

Coosaw Creek Home on Golf Course..Loaded with Upgrades! 8749 Herons Walk, North Charleston, SC 29420

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:48:08 GMT

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8749 Herons Walk North Charleston, SC

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Just like new, this home in the exclusive gated Coosaw Creek Subdivision and located on the golf course this Arthur Hills designed links. This is a 5 bedroom home with 3 full baths in immaculate condition. Beautiful hardwood floors adorn the main living areas of the home. The floor plan is wide open and perfect for entertaining. The living room has high cathedral ceilings, a gas fireplace, built-ins, and surround sound. It connects to the dining room and to the upscale kitchen. The kitchen has all stainless steel appliances including a built-microwave, flattop stove, silestone countertops, tile backsplashes with really cool inlays, and butler?s pantry. There is an island in the kitchen which allows for extra counter space and plenty of cabinetry. There are plantation blinds, upscale fixtures, and tons of recessed lighting throughout the home. There is beautiful extensive molding work adding to the appeal of the interior. The master bedroom is located downstairs and has double trey ceilings with a ceiling fan. All of the bedrooms are carpeted. The large tiled master bathroom has a garden tub, separate shower, 2 separate vanities, and a large walk-in closet. Downstairs there is also another secondary bedroom with its own private full bath. Additionally downstairs there is an executive office with French doors. Upstairs are two additional secondary bedrooms that are very nice size, each with walk in closets, and a huge FROG that has a closet and serves as the 5th bedroom. A hallway across the upstairs looks down over the downstairs living area and makes the whole house have an open feel. The list does not end here as there is also a 2 car garage, central vacuum system; surround sound throughout the downstairs, and more. The large lot is heavily landscaped with mature plants and trees including palms, tall pines and more. The backyard has a deck (the surround sound is out here as well!), an irrigation system, and is fully fenced. All these features and upgrades, on a great semi-private golf course, just like new, and a GREAT price. Last but not least, Coosaw Creek offers a 4-star golf and country club, including golf practice facility, tennis courts and a junior Olympic size swimming pool. It is really all a must see.

MLS# 2927543
$449,900
5 Bed, 3 Bath
8749 Herons Walk
North Charleston SC, 29420

Andy Ackerman
EXIT REALTY CHARLESTON GROUP
843-343-2749
andy@exitcharleston.com

Fully Leased Charleston Apartment Building, Drastic Price Reduction Downtown Charleston SC

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:24:15 GMT

19 Amherst St Charleston, SC

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PROPERTY CONSISTS OF 2 BUILDINGS WITH A TOTAL OF 10 UNITS. BOTH BUILDINGS WERE HAVE UNDERGONE MAJOR RENOVATIONS IN THE LAST 2 YEARS. RENOVATIONS INCLUDE RECOVERED ROOFS, HARDIPLANK SIDING, COMPLETE EXTERIOR PAINTING OF BUILDINGS, BAHAMA STYLE SHUTTERS, PRIVACY FENCING AROUND PROPERTY AND BETWEEN UNITS, EXTENSIVE LANDSCAPE PACKAGE FOR THE PROPERTY. EACH UNITS HAS NEW ENERGY EFFICIENT WINDOWS, NEW HVAC, NEW PLUMBING, TANKLESS WATER HEATERS, UPDATED ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINEERED WOOD FLOORING, NEW CARPET, CERAMIC TILE, UPDATED LIGHTING AND PLUMBING FIXTURES, ALL NEW APPLIANCES INCLUDING D/W & W/D, AND EACH UNIT WAS COMPLETELY PAINTED ON THE INTERIOR. ALL RENOVATIONS WERE COMPLETED APPROXIMATELY 18 MONTHS AGO. PROPERTY IS CURRENTLY 100% OCCUPIED. EACH UNIT IS APPROX. 1,200 SQFT, 3BR/1.5BA. BUYER SHALL VERIFY ALL INFORMATION. AGENT/OWNER

MLS# 2822632
$1,545,000
30 Bed, 10 Bath
19 Amherst St
Charleston SC, 29403

Andy Ackerman
EXIT REALTY CHARLESTON GROUP
843-343-2749
andy@exitcharleston.com

Downtown Charleston SC Apartment Building For Sale- Fully Leased! 19 Amherst St, Charleston SC 29403

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:31:02 GMT

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19 Amherst St Charleston, SC

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MLS# 2822632
$1,589,900
30 Bed, 10 Bath
19 Amherst St
Charleston SC, 29403

Andy Ackerman
EXIT REALTY CHARLESTON GROUP
843-343-2749
andy@exitcharleston.com

Charleston Residential Real Estate Sales Climb 7% in September

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:38:28 GMT

Charleston Residential Real Estate Sales Climb 7% in September

Charleston Real Estate Sales Continue to Increase as September Numbers Show Monthly Improvement From Year to Year. $8,000 Tax Credit Likely Had Impact on Positive Numbers. The Charleston Real Estate Market Continues with Positive News.

September 2009: Residential Sales Increase 7%

Date: 10/13/2009

Residential Real Estate Sales Climb 7% from August

CHARLESTON, SC—(October 13, 2009) Preliminary data from the Charleston Trident Association of REALTORS® showed 697 closed sales during the month of September, a 7% increase from the 654 sales recorded one year ago. The median price for homes sold in September was $174,000; down from $193,640 in 2008.

The rise in sales, following last month’s record-high number of pending sales is likely due to use of the $8,000 tax credit—information released by the IRS in late September showed that 1.4 million homebuyers have filed to receive the credit.

Inventory dropped slightly again, with 10,679 homes currently listed for sale with the Charleston Trident Multiple Listing Service.

BERKELEY COUNTY
Berkeley County sales increased 9% over August, with 135 closed transactions at a median sale price of $150,000. The Goose Creek and Moncks Corner areas posted the largest number of sales in the County and Brickhope Plantation was the most active neighborhood.

CHARLESTON COUNTY
Sales in Charleston County also increased in September, up 11% over August, with 359 sales at a median price of $214,000. The most active areas in the County were the area of Mount Pleasant that lies south of Highway 41 and the Carolina Bay subdivision in West Ashley, outside of I-526.

DORCHESTER COUNTY
Dorchester County sales remained stable, month-over-month, showing 164 sales at a median price of $154,000. The Summerville/Ridgeville area showed the highest number of sales, with the most activity in the subdivision of Drakesborough.

90-DAY ADJUSTMENT: June 2009
Preliminary data from June 2009 showed 732 sales at a median price of $192,626. Adjusted numbers show 779 sales at a median price of $193,000.
CTMLS is now makes available adjusted sales reports 90 days following preliminary reports. The MLS is a user-driven system, with a number of factors that could delay entry of transactions beyond the preliminary reporting day on the 10th of each month. The adjusted figures reflect all transactions entered into the system up to 100 days after the close of the month.

Article Courtesy of CTAR

Coosaw Creek Home For Sale On Golf Course - Like New! 8749 Herons Walk, N Charleston, SC 29420

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 18:44:22 GMT

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8749 Herons Walk North Charleston, SC

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MLS# 2927543
$449,900
5 Bed, 3 Bath
8749 Herons Walk
North Charleston SC, 29420

Andy Ackerman
EXIT REALTY CHARLESTON GROUP
843-343-2749
andy@exitcharleston.com

Downtown Charleston SC Apartment Building - 30 Bedrooms Fully Leased

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 00:14:17 GMT

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19 Amherst St Charleston, SC

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MLS# 2822632
$1,589,900
30 Bed, 10 Bath
19 Amherst St
Charleston SC, 29403

Andy Ackerman
EXIT REALTY CHARLESTON GROUP
843-343-2749
andy@exitcharleston.com

You Must Check Out This House, So Cool! Awesome Yard! 1340 Waters Edge Dr, Charleston SC 29492

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 23:57:48 GMT

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1340 Waters Edge Dr Charleston, SC

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YOU HAVE TO CHECK OUT THIS SUPER COOL HOME IN THE POPULAR PENINSULA SUBDIVISION! GET IN NOW FOR THE $8,000 TAX CREDIT...THIS 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATHROOM HOME IS JUST LIKE NEW...ITS LOCATED ON THE MOST PRIVATE LOT IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD WITH ONLY ONE NEIGHBOR AND WETLANDS ON THE OTHER 2 SIDES WHERE NO ONE CAN EVER BUILD OFFERING ULTIMATE PRIVACY AND PLENTY OF WILDLIFE INCLUDING THE OCCASIONAL DEER. JUST WAIT UNTIL YOU SPEND QUIET NIGHTS ON THIS SCREENED PORCH...THE OWNER HAS JUST INSTALLED RED OAK HARDWOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE WHOLE HOME GIVING AN UPSCALE FEEL...WITH THE CUSTOM PAINT COLORS, HIGH CATHEDRAL CEILINGS AND RECESSED LIGHTING THIS HOME HAS MANY UPGRADES...THE TOO MANY FEATURES TO LIST INCLUDES WALK IN CLOSETS, CEILING FANS, SECURITY SYSTEM, CUSTOM SHELVING, GARDEN TUB, AND 2 CAR GARAGE. THE OWNER HAS CUSTOMIZED IT TO MAKE IT A VERY UNIQUE AND A QUAINT PROPERTY. THE BEST PART IS THE YARD WHICH IS LIKE A TROPICAL GARDEN LOADED WITH BANANA TREES, WEEPING WILLOWS, BOTTLE BRUSH TREES, CANNA LILIES, SAGA PALMS, PALM TREES, AND VARIOUS GRASSES. THE PRIVATE YARD IS ENCLOSED WITH A CUSTOM BUILT 6FT PRIVACY FENCE WITH A 4FT INTERIOR RUN, PERFECT FOR A GARDEN OR DOGS. THE PENINSULA SUBDIVISION OFFERS A VERY NICE SWIMMING POOL, PLAY PARK, AND CLOSE ACCESS TO EVERYTHING...THIS IS A MUST SEE HOME. CALL ANDY ACKERMAN FOR ALL SHOWINGS 843-343-2749

MLS# 2925217
$229,000
3 Bed, 2 Bath
1340 Waters Edge Dr
Charleston SC, 29492

Andy Ackerman
EXIT REALTY CHARLESTON GROUP
843-343-2749
andy@exitcharleston.com

Teal is The New Green! EXIT Realty Goes Green!

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 23:36:53 GMT

Teal is The New Green! EXIT Realty Goes Green!

EXIT Realty announces new initiatives for its agents to encourage them to be green in Real Estate. EXIT Realty aligns with EcoBroker International to offers its agents training, resources, and tools that focus on the enviroment. EXIT Realty Charleston Group will remain a leader in environmentally friendly Real Estate in Charleston SC.

‘Teal Is the New Green’: How One Company’s Focus on the Environment Is Creating New Marketing Strategy for Agents

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RISMEDIA, October 7, 2009—“The environment will be one of the great challenges of the 21st century. Soon it will dominate virtually all aspects of life in North America—socially, politically and economically. Today’s great leaders and entrepreneurs must look at environmental problems as an opportunity to set themselves apart from the competition.”

- Steve Morris, Founder and CEO, EXIT Realty Corp. International

The green real estate movement is today’s mantra for everything from energy-efficient appliances and toxin-free building materials to all-natural cleaning supplies or water-saving products. Everywhere we turn, marketing screams for our lives to “go green!” Whether it’s the bag you pack your groceries in, separating recyclables before putting out the garbage or checking the tags on what you buy to ensure it’s organic, day-to-day living centers around being—or quickly becoming—eco-friendly.

One of the most important things to buyers and sellers today is the environment. And in order to meet the demands of first-time home buyers (whose average age, according to the National Association of Realtors®, is 30), agents must become savvy, green-educated professionals. Age 30 is between the Gen X/Y era where green is not a consideration to that demographic—it’s a lifestyle. Environmentally-friendly features are deemed as very important by 90% of buyers, according to NAR. The stats make perfect sense since owning a green home is said to be good for your health, will save you money and benefit the environment.

If that’s not enough motivation, green homes are expected to account for 10% of new-home construction in 2010, up from 5% in 2005, according to McGraw-Hill Construction. Not to mention that while the average U.S. home lost 5.7% of its value in 2007, eco-friendly homes have actually held their value, some even appreciating in price. According to the Appraisal Institute, green properties typically appraise for 10% to 15% higher than comparable conventional homes (depending on region and upgrades).

Buying green real estate is more affordable than ever before. The premium is minimal compared to what it used to be and can be easily offset by the long-term savings on things like energy-efficient furnaces, for example. That alone could save you $570 annually, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.

What qualifies as a green home to one might not necessarily make the cut with another, but the key is recognizing the significance of the green movement in real estate and heading aggressively in that direction. The green housing market is creating a tipping point in the real estate industry. Realtors® that don’t get on board the green train will get left behind.

At EXIT, It’s All About Our Agents
EXIT recognizes the value in making this educational opportunity available because, like everything else we do, our agents are the focal point of our company. With that in mind, at the 2009 EXIT Annual Convention, EXIT announced the launch of our green initiative, “Teal is the New Green,” which includes training, resources and other tools to assist our agents in marketing themselves as proficient green Realtors®. By aligning ourselves with EcoBroker® International, the world’s first and largest green designation program for real estate professionals, we keep giving Realtors® more and more reasons to choose EXIT for a successful career.

EcoBroker’s® green designation training and communications will provide EXIT agents with the resources to be constructive green ambassadors in an ever-changing business and consumer world. They will be able to knowledgeably assist clients in their pursuit of properties that provide affordability, comfort and a healthier environment. EXIT-EcoBroker certified professionals will also help sellers effectively market their properties with green features.

Because EXIT offers only the very best in training and education, EcoBroker® is the only designation that is taught by experts in both the green industry and the real estate industry. With over 5,400 agents trained worldwide, they are the largest green designation program for real estate.

“We are also the only green certification program that requires our members to take four hours of additional education each year,” says John Stovall, Vice President of business development for EcoBroker® International. “Our annual Advantage Course will keep EXIT-EcoBrokers on top of the latest information in the world of green real estate.” EXIT has negotiated special pricing that is not available anywhere else in the industry, so our agents can affordable become certified.

EXIT-EcoBrokers will be equipped with additional energy and environmental information as well as tools to help them provide added value to all of their real estate transactions. “This training helps our agents address the newest topics in real estate, such as green home certification programs like ENERGY STAR®, says Tami Bonnell, president of EXIT’s U.S. Organization. “It also provides practical solutions to assist them in working through issues that may arise in any real estate transaction, such as mold, radon, or poor indoor air quality, just to name a few.”

By becoming an EXIT-EcoBroker, our agents will be able to grow their client base by attracting the green-minded consumer and providing valuable energy and environmental information to all consumer types.

For more information about EXIT Realty Corp. International or the “Teal Is the New Green” Program, contact Amy Youngren, Green Program Representative, at ayoungren@exitrealty.com.

RISMedia welcomes your questions and comments. Send your e-mail to: realestatemagazinefeedback@rismedia.com.

Charleston Economy Gets Attention as City #2 on "Next City" List

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 01:14:59 GMT

Charleston Economy Gets Attention as City #2 on "Next City" List

Charleston Economy and The Charleston SC Real Estate Market continue to get accolades as results continue to point towards the strength of the City of Charleston. Next Generation Consulting names Charleston, South Carolina as #2 in it's next city list. The study reports that young knowledge workers strongly influence site selection and relocation.

Where Are the Next Cities?

Marty Honisch, Research Analyst; Margaret Leaf, Research Analyst, Rebecca Ryan, Founder/2EO, Next Generation Consulting (Aug/Sep 09

When Richard Florida published The Rise of the Creative Class in 2002, a new dialogue among economic development professionals started: Does a city’s concentration of “creative” knowledge workers impact its economic output?

Prior to Florida’s book, Next Generation Consulting (NGC) made a related discovery: Young knowledge workers said that where they lived was more important than where they worked. Furthermore, Census figures indicate that from 1990 to 2000, only a handful of cities had a net in-migration of young knowledge workers, while 90 percent of America’s cities suffered a net loss. In other words, cities that can attract and retain these highly mobile young knowledge workers will reap economic gains.

NGC has recently published a ranking of these cities in its 2009 Next Cities™ list, which includes the 80 best cities for young professionals in the United States and Canada. This article discusses the Next Cities™ list and its implications for employers and site selection professionals.

The Demographics
Peter Drucker coined the term “knowledge worker” in 1959 to describe those who work primarily with information or who develop and use knowledge in the workplace. In the United States, it is estimated that between one third and one half of all workers are knowledge workers.

Demographic trends indicate that young knowledge workers are positioned to strongly influence site selection and relocation. According to a report from The Conference Board (“Managing the Mature Workforce”), by 2010, the number of people ages 35–44 in the nation’s work force will decline by 10 percent, the number of workers ages 45–54 will grow by 21 percent, and the number of 55–64 year-olds will grow by 52 percent. Additionally, nearly 64 million workers — 40 percent of the entire U.S. work force — will be poised for retirement.

In light of these trends, the next generation of knowledge workers will be able to leverage their reduced work force numbers to influence where businesses locate or relocate knowledge work. Unlike previous generations of knowledge workers, who chose where to live based on the availability of job opportunities, the next generation will decide where to work based on where they want to live. The next generation can, in the words of The Wall Street Journal, “pick a place to live, and then find a job.”

Additionally, work that can be done over a wire can be done anywhere. From reading X-rays to filing W-2s, young knowledge workers have more choices about where they live because technology enables them to work anywhere. All of this leads us to ask, where will they choose to live and work?

What is a Next City™?
Next Cities™ are places with the assets and amenities that attract and retain a young, educated work force. They have bustling city centers, walkable neighborhoods, diverse career opportunities, and vibrant art and music scenes.

In 2008, NGC surveyed young professionals in eight cities. These interviews and focus groups with members of the next generation revealed that they choose where to live based on the following seven indexes, listed in order of importance:

1. Cost of Lifestyle: Young professionals are just getting started in their careers, and affordability is key. This index includes variables in the national cost of living index, which encompasses a roof over head, food on the table, clothes on the back, and a warm bed at night.

2. Earning: High school guidance counselors tell students that they’ll have between nine and eleven careers in their lifetime. The earning index measures the diversity of employment opportunities, the percentage of jobs in the knowledge-based sector, and average household income.

3. Vitality: How “healthy” is a city? This index measures air and water quality, green space, and a city’s overall health (e.g., obesity, life expectancy, etc.).

4. After Hours: There’s more to life than work. This index counts the places to go and things to do after work and on weekends.

5. Learning: Is the city committed to high quality education for all of its citizens? This index includes measurements related to educational opportunities and expenditures, educational attainment, and accessibility of Wi-Fi hotspots.

6. Around Town: How easy is it to get to where you want to go in a city? This index measures a city’s walkability, airport activity, commute times, and mass transit opportunities.

7. Social Capital: Great talent comes in every race, creed, and color. This index accounts for how open, safe, and accessible your city is to all people. It includes measures of diversity, crime rates, and civic engagement (e.g., voter participation, volunteerism). Jane Jacobs actually coined the phrase “social capital” in The Death and Life of Great American Cities.

To Read The Full Article Visit: http://www.areadevelopment.com/siteSelection/august09/next-generation-cities-knowledge-workers.shtml

WELL MAINTAINED HOME AT A GREAT PRICE! 383 CULVER AVE, CHARLESTON SC 29407 CITADEL WOODS

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 19:11:23 GMT

EASY SEARCH OF ALL CHARLESTON AREA LISTINGS AT http://www.exitcharleston.com/Search-Charleston-MLS GET IN NOW FOR THE $8000 TAX CREDIT!!!!!

383 Culver Ave Charleston, SC

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CHECK OUT THIS PRICE!! GREAT WELL MAINTAINED HOME IN THE POPULAR SUBDIVISION OF CITADEL WOODS. GREAT OPEN FLOOR PLAN WITH FIREPLACE IN THE GREATROOM. HUGE FROG THAT WOULD BE PERFECT FOR AN OFFICE, GAMEROOM, ETC. NICE LARGE TWO CAR GARAGE. THIS IS THE PERFECT HOME FOR ANYONE. THIS IS A GREAT HOME AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICE IN A GREAT LOCATION! GET IN NOW FOR THE $8,000 TAX CREDIT! CALL ANDY ACKERMAN FOR ANY QUESTIONS AND/OR SHOWINGS. 843-343-2749

MLS# 2925568
$199,900
3 Bed, 3 Bath
383 Culver Ave
Charleston SC, 29407

Andy Ackerman
EXIT REALTY LOWCOUNTRY GROUP
843-343-2749
andy@exitcharleston.com

CHECK OUT THIS HOUSE AND LOT! 1340 WATERS EDGE DR, CHARLESTON, SC 29492

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 17:07:34 GMT

EASY SEARCH OF ALL CHARLESTON AREA LISTINGS AT http://www.exitcharleston.com/Search-Charleston-MLS GET IN NOW FOR THE $8000 TAX CREDIT!!!!!

1340 Water Edge Dr Charleston, SC

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MLS# 2925217
$234,000
3 Bed, 2 Bath
1340 Water Edge Dr
Charleston SC, 29492

Andy Ackerman
EXIT REALTY LOWCOUNTRY GROUP
843-343-2749
andy@exitcharleston.com

REALLY COOL JAMES ISLAND HOUSE FOR SALE! 879 AMANDA DR, JAMES ISLAND, SC 29412

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 23:47:41 GMT

EASY SEARCH OF ALL JAMES ISLAND LISTINGS FOR SALE: http://www.exitcharleston.com/James-Island-SC-Real-Estate

879 Amanda Dr Charleston, SC

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WHAT A COOL HOUSE! THIS IS A JAMES ISLAND CLASSIC! LOCATED ON A NICE LOT WITH LARGE BEAUTIFUL OAKS, LUSH LANDSCAPING INCLUDING A GOLD FISH POND. LIKE NEW BERBER CARPET just INSTALLED AND IT IS IN GREAT SHAPE OVERALL SO ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS MOVE IN. THIS HOUSE HAS CHARACTER WITH PINE TRIM, LARGE OPEN WINDOWS, A GAS FIREPLACE, AND REALLY COOL WET BAR WHICH MAKES IT PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING. THE YARD IS THE BEST PART WITH A LARGE FENCED IN PRIVATE LOT.

MLS# 2917700
$239,000
3 Bed, 2.5 Bath
879 Amanda Dr
Charleston SC, 29412

Andy Ackerman
EXIT REALTY CHARLESTON GROUP
843-343-2749
andy@exitcharleston.com

Charleston SC Real Estate
A full service Charleston Area Real Estate Brokerage with 4 offices located in the Goose Creek, Mount Pleasant, Sullivan's Island, and West Ashley Areas of Charleston SC. Services include residential sales and property management including long term and vacation rentals, and commercial sales and leasing.
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CHARLESTON SHORT SALE! DOWNTOWN CHARLESTON HOME FOR SALE!

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 02:08:26 GMT

EASY SEARCH OF ALL CHARLESTON LISTINGS FOR SALE: http://www.exitcharleston.com/Search-Charleston-MLS

155 Line St Charleston, SC

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MLS# 2832028
$115,000
1 Bed, 1 Bath
155 Line St
Charleston SC, 29403

Andy Ackerman
EXIT REALTY CHARLESTON GROUP
843-343-2749
andy@exitcharleston.com

Charleston Realtor Debbie Donovan recognized as Sertoman of the Year

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 17:20:06 GMT

Charleston Realtor Debbie Donovan recognized as Sertoman of the Year

Charleston Realtor Debbie Donovan has been chosen as the 2008-2009 Sertoman of the Year for the Olde Charlestowne Sertoma Club. The Sertoman of the Year is selected by the awards committee and is based on the member’s contributions to Sertoma and the community, club activities, leadership, personal involvement in community activities and other noteworthy activities involving family and business activities. Previous President Kim Sexton said Debbie was unanimously chosen as this year’s recipient for her commitment to her community and support for Charleston area non-profits.

In 2007, Debbie incorporated a philosophy of giving into her real estate business she calls Debbie Donovan Donates. Each month Debbie supports a different Charleston area non-profit by offering $200 per new listing and $100 per closed transaction. In addition, she volunteers with these organizations as time allows and shares with others each of their individual missions and role in the community. The organizations were chosen based on the common threads of working to end the cycles of abuse and neglect, to educate and empower, and to provide opportunities for general health and well-being.

Sertoma (SERvice TO MAnkind) was established in 1912 as a civic-organization with the primary mission of assisting people with hearing health issues. Debbie first became involved with Sertoma when she worked as a ropes course facilitator at Camp Sertoma (Clemson, SC) in the summer of 1993. Camp Sertoma is the December recipient of Debbie Donovan Donates representing National Sign Up for Summer Camp Month.

Debbie specializes in residential sales and marketing with Exit Realty Charelston Group in Mt. Pleasant.

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Debbie Donovan – Charleston Real Estate Resource:

As a community minded and dynamic residential Realtor, my intention and commitment is to be an invaluable resource for buyers and sellers in the Charleston SC real estate market, specifically the East Cooper communities of Mt. Pleasant, Isle of Palms, and Daniel Island. I am results driven and work to provide top notch service to all my clientele. Email or call me (843-327-6099) so we can discuss how I can help you with your next real estate transaction.

CHARLESTON APARTMENT BUILDING 10 UNITS 30 BEDROOMS DOWNTOWN CHARLESTON SC 29403

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 01:25:34 GMT

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19 Amherst St Charleston, SC

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MLS# 2822632
$1,595,000
30 Bed, 10 Bath
19 Amherst St
Charleston SC, 29403

Andy Ackerman
EXIT REALTY CHARLESTON GROUP
843-343-2749
andy@exitcharleston.com

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Charleston SC Real Estate
A full service Charleston Area Real Estate Brokerage with 4 offices located in the Goose Creek, Mount Pleasant, Sullivan's Island, and West Ashley Areas of Charleston SC. Services include residential sales and property management including long term and vacation rentals, and commercial sales and leasing.
1-800-886-3406

Charleston Home Values Index Continues Increase in June

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 20:54:08 GMT

Charleston Home Values Index Continues Increase in June

Charleston Home Values Increased for the Second Month Straight According to the College of Charleston Monthly Home Value Index. Increased sales and stabilizing home values in the Charleston Real Estate Market are signs of a recovery.

JULY 10, 2009

The College of Charleston Monthly Home Value IndexSM indicates that the value of a typical home in theCharleston Tri-County Area increased by 2.51% in June 2009. In comparison, the change in the index value was +8.61 in May 2009, and -5.17% in April 2009.

The College of Charleston Home Value IndexSM home value index is prepared monthly for the tri-county area by the Carter Real Estate Center at the College of Charleston. The index is a “constant quality” hedonic price index that is calculated by estimating the prices of individual property characteristics using data provided by the Charleston Trident Association of REALTORS® from its Multiple Listing Service. The index tracks the value of a “typical” home over time. The index should not be interpreted as an indicator of the change in value of all homes, but as an indicator of the change in value of a “typical” home with the contributions to value from that home’s features evaluated at the average estimated prices of those features.

Additional details about the index are available in a descriptive paper titled “College of Charleston Home Value

Index available at www.cofc.edu/cartercenter/hvi.

The Carter Real Estate Center welcomes requests for specialized market analysis reports. Contact Professor Tim

Allen by phone at 843.953.8121 or by e-mail at allent@cofc.edu for more information

Charleston SC Real Estate Market Setting Pace As Nations Pending Home Sales Up Again

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:04:02 GMT

Charleston SC Real Estate Market Setting Pace As Nations Pending Home Sales Up Again

The National Association of Realtors reports that pending home sales increased for the nation for the 4th straight month. This comes on the heels of the news that the Charleston SC Real Estate Market reached a 7 month high in May. This is more positive news that the market is on the rebound in Charleston and the nation as a whole.

Pending Home Sales Rise Fourth Straight Month, Up 0.1%

Pending home sales rose in May for the fourth straight month, spurred by low prices and a first-time homebuyers tax credit, fresh evidence that the housing sector may be recovering.

The National Association of Realtors said Wednesday that its seasonally adjusted index of pending sales increased by 0.1 percent in May to 90.7. Analysts expected no change, according to Thomson Reuters.

While the increase was small, it followed a 7.1 percent jump in the index in April.

"The pronounced increase in April and the fact that May sustained this rise does indicate that actual existing home sales are poised to rise in the coming month or two," said Joshua Shapiro, chief U.S. economist for economic forecasting firm MFR Inc., in a note to clients

The index, which tracks signed contracts to purchase previously occupied homes, is considered a barometer for future home sales. Typically there is a one- to two- month lag between a sales contract and a completed deal.

The index is now 6.7 percent higher than in May 2008, when it was 85. The last time it increased for four straight months was in October 2004, the NAR said.

Other recent housing indicators have been mixed. The Realtors said last week that completed home sales rose 2.4 percent from April to May, the third month-to-month increase this year.

But new home sales dipped 0.6 percent in May.

Separately, the volume of mortgage applications to purchase a home is effectively flat over the past four weeks, the Mortgage Bankers Association said Tuesday.

Still, low home prices and an $8,000 first-time homebuyers' tax credit, included in the Obama administration's stimulus package, are spurring greater interest among home buyers, the Realtors said.

On a regional basis, the pending home sales index rose 3.1 percent to 80.9 in the Northeast while also increasing 2.2 percent to 96.9 in the West. The index dropped 1.3 percent to 89.2 in the Midwest and fell 1.7 percent to 92.6 in the South.

For the full article please visit: http://www.cnbc.com/id/31682206

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Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:41:04 GMT

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GOOSE CREEK HOME FOR SALE W/ GREAT NEW PRICE! 208 FOXBOROUGH RD, GOOSE CREEK, SC 29445

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 19:00:57 GMT

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Charleston SC Real Estate Market Gets Another Boost of Help As City is Given One More Accolade

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:40:49 GMT

Charleston SC Real Estate Market Gets Another Boost of Help As City is Given One More Accolade

Charleston SC Real Estate Market is getting assistance from it's City as Charleston is named the country's most livable city. Charleston continues to receive notable distinctions as one of the best places to live in the world.

Mayor's Conference Names Charleston Most Livable City

Charleston, SC - Charleston has been named one of the “most livable” cities in America during the US Conference of Mayors in Providence, RI.

Mayor Joe Riley (web | news | bio) and Mayor Kevin Foy of Chapel Hill were awarded the first place honor inn the 2009 City Livability Awards Program.

For the past 30 years, cities have competed for this very prestigious award, which recognizes mayoral leadership for developing and implementing programs that improve the quality of life in America's cities.

The winning cities were selected by former mayors from a pool of over 200 applicants for their healthy hometown program and river revitalization project respectively.

Sponsored by the US Conference of Mayors and Waste Management, the program focuses on mayoral leadership, creativity and innovation, and broad impact on the lives of city residents.

"Our City Livability Awards Program gives the Conference a chance to highlight mayoral leadership in making urban areas cleaner, safer and more livable,” Executive Director and CEO of the U.S. Conference of Mayors Tom Cochran said. “We are grateful to Waste Management for its 19 years of support of the City Livability Awards Program, and for the opportunity to showcase the creativity and commitment of mayors and city governments across the country."

Waste Management is the nation's largest provider of waste management services and its support makes the City Livability Awards Program possible.

“We are honored to again partner with the USCM and sponsor for the 20th time the City Livability Award. It's a big deal to us and we care passionately about the livability of our cities,” Mr. Caldwell said

For the full story please visit: http://www.wciv.com/news/stories/0609/632038.html

CHARLESTON SC REAL ESTATE SALES REACH SEVEN MONTH HIGH AS MARKET CONTINUES TO STABILIZE

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 22:02:41 GMT

CHARLESTON SC REAL ESTATE SALES REACH SEVEN MONTH HIGH AS MARKET CONTINUES TO
STABILIZE

CHARLESTON SC REAL ESTATE MARKET SHOWS POSITIVE SIGNS OF RECOVERY AS REAL ESTATE SALES INCREASE FOR THE MONTH OF MAY AND MEDIAN HOME PRICE INCREASES. THE CHARLESTON REAL ESTATE MARKET SHOW SIGNS THAT IT IS AT THE BOTTOM.

CHARLESTON, SC—(June 10, 2009) The residential real estate market continues to show signs of recovery as both sales and median prices increased in May. 678 transactions closed in May, with a median sale price of $187,000.

May’s numbers reflect 31% growth in month-over-month sales and a 3% increase in median price. Consistency in both sales and median prices through the spring suggests continued market stabilization, the first step toward an overall market recovery. "While it is definitely premature to say that the housing market has hit ‘bottom,’ the market appears to have responded positively to recent low interest rates and other economic factors in our community" said Tim Allen, Professor and Director of the Carter Real Estate Center at the College of Charleston.

SPRING MARKET RECAP TOTAL SALES		MEDIAN SALE PRICE		SHOWINGS
May 2009	678		$187,000		23,915
April 2009	518		$181,303		24,396
March 2009	568		$185,000		21,987

The year-over-year sales and price comparisons are beginning to equalize as well—last May, 820 homes sold with a median price of $214,000. A 17% and 13% difference, when compared to this year. "We’re no longer seeing the significant drops in units sold that we saw at the end of last year, and we continue to see the median prices level out—prices have fluctuated just 6% since January" said REALTOR® Ralph Wetherell, CTAR President.

Inventory remains steady with 10,057 homes currently listed for sale with the Charleston Trident Multiple Listing Service.

COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON HOME VALUE INDEXSM

The College of Charleston Monthly Home Value IndexSM indicates that the value of a typical home in the Charleston Tri-County Area increased by 8.61% in May, 2009. In comparison, the change in the index value was -3.38% in March, and -5.17% in April.

The index tracks the value of a "typical" home in each defined geographic area (tri-county and smaller areas) over time. The index should not be interpreted relative to the value of all homes, but to the value of a "typical" home with the contributions to value from that home’s features evaluated at the average estimated prices of those individual features. To view details of the College of Charleston’s Home Value IndexSM, please click here.

DORCHESTER COUNTY

Sales in Dorchester County hit an 8-month high, with 155 closed transactions. Median prices increased for the third month in a row, climbing to $168,000. The majority of the market activity took place in the southern portion of the county, with 64 homes sold at a median price of $189,860. Blackberry Creek and Legend Oaks showed the most activity among subdivisions.

CHARLESTON COUNTY

Charleston County posted 363 sales in May, the highest number of sales since August of last year. Median sale price continues to hover above $200,000, with May closings coming in at $215,000. Once again, the area south of Highway 41 in Mount Pleasant showed the highest level of sales. Sales on James Island doubled over previous months, with a total of 54 sales resulting in a median price of $204,500.

BERKELEY COUNTY

The Berkeley County market remains stable, with 138 residential properties changing hands at a median sale price of $150,964. The highest volume of sales occurred in Brickhope Greens.

# # # Contact:

Meghan Weinreich

Meghan@CharlestonRealtors.com

(o) 843.760.9400 (c) 843.270.4393

With approximately 4,000 members, CTAR’s mission is to promote the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, education and technology, and to ensure that its members are the primary source for real estate services in the South Carolina Lowcountry. Only those who are members of the Association of REALTORS® and its parent organizations are called REALTORS®. To learn more, visit www.CharlestonRealtors.com

CHARLESTON SC APARTMENT BUILDING FOR SALE

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 17:44:59 GMT

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Charleston SC Real Estate Home Value Index Is Now Prepared by the College of Charleston

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 17:06:39 GMT

Charleston SC Real Estate Home Value Index Is Now Prepared by the College of Charleston

Professor Tim Allen of the College of Charleston launched the Charleston SC Real Estate Home Value Index which estimates home values on a monthly basis taking into account specific characteristics of the homes. This estimate of value allows for the tracking of home values in the Charleston area based on local characteristics.

A summary of the index is as follows:

Home Value Index

The College of Charleston Home Value IndexSM is prepared monthly for the tri-county area, and quarterly for smaller geographic areas in the Charleston community, by Professor Tim Allen, Ph.D., Director of the Carter Real Estate Center at the College of Charleston's School of Business and Economics. The index is a "constant quality" hedonic price index that is calculated by estimating prices of individual property characteristics using data provided by the Charleston Trident Association of REALTORS® from its Multiple Listing Service. The index tracks the value of a "typical" home in each defined geographic area (tri-county and smaller areas) over time. The index should not be interpreted relative to the value of any particular home, but to the value of a "typical" home with the contributions to value from home's features evaluated at the average estimated price of those individual features.

Download a white paper explaining the methodology used to create the index.

The College of Charleston Home Value IndexSM indicates that the value of a typical home in the Charleston Tri-County Area fell by 5.17% in April. In comparison, the change in the index value was -1.29% in February and -3.38% in March.

Download the May 10, 2009 Home Value Index.

The Carter Real Estate Center welcomes requests for specialized market analysis reports on a contract basis. Professor Tim Allen can be contacted at 843.953.8121 or via e-mail at allent@cofc.edu.

April 14, 2009

Charleston SC Foreclosure Numbers Up and Down in Recent Months

Thu, 21 May 2009 20:13:04 GMT

Charleston SC Foreclosure Numbers Up and Down in Recent Months

Charleston SC Real Estate Market sees up and down numbers over the last couple of months in terms of Charleston Foreclosures. South Carolina saw a decrease in the number of foreclosure filings last month. Charleston SC Real Estate Market is affected as short sales and bank owned properties on the rise in the area.

Foreclosure numbers volatile in first four months

By Andy Owens
aowens@scbiznews.com
Published May 13, 2009

South Carolina saw a month-to-month decline in foreclosure filings from March to April, according to data released this morning by a national real estate tracking firm.

RealtyTrac notes that the state saw a 2.41% decrease in the number of foreclosures from March to April this year. Across the country, the number of foreclosure filings increased by less than 1%, but year-over-year foreclosures were up 32% between April 2008 and April 2009.

The volatility of month-to-month foreclosure numbers was apparent in the tri-county area. Charleston County posted a 9.65% decrease from March to April, but Berkeley County saw a 40.71% increase and Dorchester County saw an increase of 10.48%.

From February to March, Berkeley and Dorchester counties each saw a 16.0% decline in foreclosures, and Charleston County had a 30% increase.

Whether that’s a true indication of what’s going on in the market is unclear because federal moratoriums against repossession of homes in the early part of the year recently expired. Some analysts predicted that would create a flood of foreclosures, but in early May, the S.C. Supreme Court issued a stay against foreclosure on any homes backed by Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae mortgages.

Data from Charleston-based Real Estate Information Service, which tracks building, permitting and real estate sales across the state, shows Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae became the fifth-largest seller of homes in the Lowcountry in 2008, with 31% of the market.

Property repossessed by banks, called REOs, declined month-to-month nationally, hitting the lowest number since March 2008, according to RealtyTrac. South Carolina saw a similar decline in REOs, from 812 in March to 697 in April.

“This suggests that many lenders and servicers are beginning foreclosure proceedings on delinquent loans that had been delayed by legislative and industry moratoria,” said RealtyTrac CEO James J. Saccacio. “It’s likely that we’ll see a corresponding spike in REOs as these loans move through the foreclosure process over the next few months.”

RealtyTrac’s data indicated that one out of every 876 homes in South Carolina was in some state of foreclosure, which is an improvement over March, when one home in every 855 was in foreclosure. Nationally, one home in every 374 is in foreclosure, the data said.

Foreclosure numbers for April 2009 compared to March 2009

State	April 2009	% change from March
Georgia	11,521	-13.80%
Florida	64,588	37.04%
Ohio	12,324	-2.28%
Nevada	16,266	-18.05%
New Jersey	5,034	10.15%
South Carolina	2,309	-2.41%
Tennessee	3,470	-21.51%
Virginia	6,254	8.67%

Source: RealtyTrac, www.realtytrac.com

Foreclosures numbers in selected counties in South Carolina

County	April 2009	% change from March
Berkeley	197	40.71%
Charleston	337	-9.65%
Dorchester	232	10.48%
Greenville	382	-15.49%
Spartanburg	2,011	9.09%
Anderson	38	-37.70%
Richland	56	-21.13%
Lexington	71	-10.13%
Kershaw	26	36.84%

Source: RealtyTrac, www.realtytrac.com

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Thu, 21 May 2009 19:40:16 GMT

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Charleston SC Real Estate Market May See Impact As Foreclosures Halted

Wed, 06 May 2009 00:39:27 GMT

Charleston SC Real Estate Market May See Impact As Foreclosures Halted

South Carolina's Supreme Court puts a stop to foreclosure sales on properties backed by Fannie Mae. Halt will give Charleston homeowners an opportunity to participate in the federal loan modification. Charleston SC Real Estate Market should see a positive impact from this order.

S.C. Supreme Court halts some foreclosure sales

By Ashley Fletcher Frampton
aframpton@scbiznews.com
Published May 5, 2009

The S.C. Supreme Court has issued a temporary restraining order on some foreclosure sales to give homeowners eligible for a federal loan modification program the opportunity to participate.

Chief Justice Jean Toal issued the order at 4:50 p.m. Monday at the request of the Federal National Mortgage Association, better known as Fannie Mae.

In a petition filed Friday, Fannie Mae asked the court to prevent judges in South Carolina from selling foreclosed owner-occupied one- to four-unit properties with mortgage loans backed by Fannie Mae. The petition asked for a halt of up to 90 days for sales scheduled for this week.

Fannie Mae sought the temporary injunction so it could implement the Obama administration’s Home Affordable Modification Program, which lowers monthly mortgage payments for eligible homeowners.

Obama announced the program Feb. 18, and the U.S. Treasury Department issued guidelines for implementation on April 6. All Fannie Mae-approved servicers must participate in the program for eligible loans.

Without the restraining order, Fannie Mae argued, homeowners eligible for the program whose homes were sold through foreclosure proceedings would miss out on the chance to participate.

“This qualifies as irreparable injury for which the court should provide redress in the form of a temporary injunction,” the petition said.

Fannie Mae did not have time to seek relief in the lower courts, the petition to the S.C. Supreme Court said.

Officials with Fannie Mae and the company’s attorneys in Columbia could not be reached today for comment.

It’s unclear whether similar Fannie Mae is pursuing similar restraining orders in other states.

The temporary restraining order that Toal issued prevents the foreclosure sale of any property with a loan owned or guaranteed by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac or held by a servicer that signed an agreement to participate in the Home Affordable Modification Program.

Many counties in South Carolina hold foreclosure sales on the first Monday of the month. Toal’s order stays any sales that took place Monday from moving ahead.

By May 15, plaintiffs in foreclosure suits subject to the court order must provide all parties with a statement on whether the loan can be modified under the new federal program, Toal’s order said.

Mortgages that qualify remain under the injunction. Mortgages that don’t qualify or are not modified can continue in the foreclosure process.

Dorchester County had a foreclosure sale scheduled for today. Gail Evans, assistant to the master-in-equity, said the county stopped the sale of most residential properties to ensure it did not violate the Supreme Court’s order.

For the article visit: http://www.charlestonbusiness.com/news/27508-s-c-supreme-court-halts-some-foreclosure-sales?rss=0

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Exit Internet Colleagues – EXIT Realty Charleston Group, Charleston SC Real Estate

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 01:30:54 GMT

Exit Internet Colleagues – EXIT Realty Charleston Group, Charleston SC Real Estate

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Specializing in Mount Pleasant, Sullivan’s Island and Isle of Palms real estate sales and rentals in the Charleston Area, with over 24 years of combined dedicated, knowledgeable service. Exit Realty Charleston Group, 843.442.0782 or 843.442.2693.

Ellen Roberts-Coosaw Creek Country Club Realty
Ellen Roberts, your specialist in Charleston Island and Golf Course Properties, Charleston, SC. Ellen Is an experienced, high energy Coosaw Creek Country Club realtor. Call for all your Buying and selling needs. (843)437-0001.

Logan Simmons Charleston South Carolina Buyers Agent
I specialize in helping you find the perfect home in Charleston SC . I make sure your interests are protected and you are advised properly so that you can rest assured you are making a sound investment! I have been a Realtor for 15 years and have closed nearly 500 transactions. Logan Simmons 843-345-9424.

The Soto & Ferreira Group - Charlotte NC Real Estate Blog
The Soto & Ferreira Blog strives to provide our clients with outstanding services. Teamwork is our trade mark and we share, understand, and exceed expectations when performing in any aspect of the real estate business, as individuals, we have somehow specialized in one or more specific field in order to better address the needs of our clients. We are your Realtors providing real estate services and market insight on topics such as the current real estate market, first time home buyer programs, home warranty, preferred lenders, interest rates, how stage, price, and market your home. (704) 200-3232.

Lexington SC Real Estate, Columbia SC - Craig Summerall, Exit Broker Owner
Exit Real Estate Consultants is your local expert in all your Real Estate needs in Lexington SC, Irmo SC, Lake Murray SC, and Columbia South Carolina. You have access to the most comprehensive MLS Listing Service with free access and lots of tools for Buyers and Sellers - put us to work for you; our service will impress you! (803) 358-8888.

Beaufort, SC Foreclosure Real Estate for Sale
David Thompson, Foreclosure Specialist and his REO Masters Team offers expertise in identifying , evaluating and assisting clients in purchasing and liquidating foreclosure and short sale properties in the Beaufort and Bluffton, SC area. (843) 812-5214

James Island Real Estate for Sale - Charleston Network - Jay Tracey, Exit Broker Owner
Your expert real estate guides for the entire Charleston, Folly Beach, and James Island SC area. We are happy to have you visiting with us at the Charleston Real Estate Network. Providing the most comprehensive real estate site for all of Charleston is our goal. The site is packed with information to help you find the best area for you and your family to reside. Exit Realty The Tracey Group!

Real Estate Trainer and Internet Strategist - Key Yessaad
To train, inspire, and coach Real Estate Professionals succeed is my passion. I specialize in training Realtors to compete online. My Trainings and Internet Strategies intersect in my seminars with powerful ideas and Plans of Actions that produce results. Google or call me (910) 538-6610 and let’s discuss how I can help your Agents climb the Google Tree of Success. I can tailor my Real Estate Seminars to the level of sophistication of your agents and I promise they will leave inspired and will produce results!!!

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To train, inspire, and coach Real Estate Professionals succeed is my passion. I specialize in training Realtors to compete online. My Trainings and Internet Strategies intersect in my seminars with powerful ideas and Plans of Actions that produce results. Google or call me (910) 538-6610 and let’s discuss how I can help your Agents climb the Google Tree of Success. I can tailor my Real Estate Seminars to the level of sophistication of your agents and I promise they will leave inspired and will produce results!!! Read some of the Realtors Testimonials.

Charleston SC Real Estate Fueled as Area Homeownership Costs Drop

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 16:07:26 GMT

Charleston SC Real Estate Fueled as Area Homeownership Costs Drop

The time to buy Charleston SC Real Estate is now! Homebuying in Charleston becomes even more attractive as homeownership cost drop significantly based on reduced home prices and lower interest rates in comparison with household income.

Homeownership costs drop in South Carolina, across country

Staff Report
Published April 16, 2009

The monthly cost of homeownership continues to drop in South Carolina and across the country, leading a California real estate consulting firm to call this the most attractive homebuying opportunity since 1971.

The Housing Cost to Income Ratio measures the relationship between the median-priced single-family home and the median household income. The ratio is computed and reported nationally, as well as for individual communities.

Nationally, the monthly cost of homeownership has declined 43% from its peak in July 2006. The current ratio of 25% is a decline from 44% in 2006.

“These numbers are significant,” said Hal Von Nessen, president of RESH Marketing and host of the weekly radio program “Your New Home Columbia.” “Most buyers are concerned with the monthly cash requirement for their home, be it an apartment or single-family home. With interest rates declining to under 5%, and with the moderation in home price increases in South Carolina, the total cost to buy a new home has been declining.”

Recent figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Freddie Mac, Economy.com and the Irvine, Calif., consulting firm John Burns Consulting indicate that, except for in coastal areas, housing is more affordable in South Carolina than in most other areas of the country.

Housing Cost to Income Ratio for S.C. Communities

City

Anderson

Charleston

Columbia

Florence

Greenville

Myrtle Beach

Spartanburg

Housing Cost/Income

18%

26%

18%

22%

23%

30%

21%

These ratios compare to 17% in Atlanta, 22% in Charlotte and 25% in Raleigh.

Because of the moderation in housing prices and lower interest rates, the National Association of Home Builders reports that 55 million families — half of all U.S. Households — can afford today’s national average $200,000 median-priced home.

Depending on the area, more than 40% of South Carolinians can afford the median-priced home in their community. Other factors determine the specifics of how much home an individual is qualified to purchase, but the moderation in prices, tax credits, low interest rates and a large selection of homes available mean monthly payments are often lower than rental expenses for homes priced below the median.

To read the article please visit: http://www.charlestonbusiness.com/news/27199-homeownership-costs-drop-in-south-carolina-across-country?rss=0

EXIT Realty Charleston Group , Charleston, SC
A full service Charleston Area Real Estate Brokerage with 4 offices located in the Goose Creek, Mount Pleasant, Sullivan's Island, and West Ashley Areas of Charleston SC. Services include residential sales and property management including long term and vacation rentals, and commercial sales and leasing.

CHARLESTON SC RENTAL PROPERTY 155 LINE ST, CHARLESTON SC 29403

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:14:48 GMT

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155 Line St Charleston, SC

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What a cute freemans cottage available in downtown Charleston. Own a true gem in Charleston history for less than $150,000! This cottage offers a quaint affordable living space perfect for the downtown professional or student. Located in the up and coming Elliotborough subdivision, this property was renovated 5 years ago. Downtown rental rates are on the rise, this could be the perfect investment opportunity for you! Call Andy today for more information at 8 4 3 3 4 3 2 7 4 9.

MLS# 2832028
$135,000
1 Bed, 1 Bath
155 Line St
Charleston SC, 29403

Andy Ackerman
EXIT REALTY CHARLESTON GROUP
843-343-2749
andy@exitcharleston.com

Charleston SC Real Estate Sales Increase In March

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 23:58:39 GMT

Charleston SC Real Estate Sales Increase In March

Charleston SC Real Estate showing marked signs of improvement as the number of sales increased in the month of March. The sales are sparked by great opportunities for value purchased and more first-time homebuyers entering the Charleston market.

Homes sales tick upward in March

Staff Report
Published April 13, 2009

Tri-county home sales ticked upward in March, and a new batch of first-time homebuyers indicates “consumer confidence is on the rise,” said Gettys Glaze, president of the Charleston Trident Multiple Listing Service.

Last month, 568 homes closed in the region, compared with 363 in February, for a 37% increase.

The median sales price also increased 3% compared to February to $185,000 in March.

The Charleston Trident Association of Realtors released its monthly housing report Friday, saying the numbers have led to “cautious optimism among industry leaders.”

“People are realizing the incredible selection and value in this market and making the smart decision to invest in real property,” Glaze said.

But sales are still down considerably from the same period a year ago. In March 2008, 752 homes sold, compared with the 568 last month. And the median price of homes a year ago was $197,500.

Charleston County sales led the pack last Month, with 288 homes sold in March, compared with 180 sales in February. Most of the market activity was concentrated in the northern portion of Mount Pleasant, which includes the Park West development. The area saw 52 sales and a median price of $321,250.

In Dorchester County, 112 closings were recorded last month. Nearly half of the county’s activity was in the Ridgeville area, where a total of 50 sales closed with a median price of $171,300.

Sales increased 32% in Berkeley County in March, with 137 closings at a median price of $165,000. The majority of those sales were concentrated in the Goose Creek area near U.S. Highway 52 and Oakley Road.

To Read the Article Visit: http://www.charlestonbusiness.com/news/27166-homes-sales-tick-upward-in-march?rss=0

CHARLESTON REAL ESTATE INTERNET MARKETING SEMINAR FEATURING KEY YESSAAD

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 01:44:03 GMT

CHARLESTON REAL ESTATE INTERNET MARKETING SEMINAR FEATURING KEY YESSAAD

EXIT Realty Charleston Group is bringing back the one and only expert in internet marketing, KeyYessaad, to train their agents on the essentials of effective Real Estate web strategy. This invitation only event will be held exclusively for the agents of EXIT Realty Charleston Group on Tuesday April 7th.

Charleston Real Estate Web Strategy Advanced Training

Exit Brokers "By Invitation Only" Training Tuesday April 7th, 2009
You understand the Strategy! – Now let’s get the knowledge and habits of working on your website…

PDF version of Charleston SC Web Advanced Training

The Brokers of Exit Realty Charleston Group, Ann Marconi, Andy Ackerman, and Kathy Rawers are holding an advanced training on Real Estate Web and Blogging Strategy Tuesday April 7th; Going beyond understanding to actual day to day doing!!!

You all have heard that content is king; so how do you go about adding content to your website so Search Engines and clients can find it and rank it. This Day Workshop was designed for Realtors who have attended “Real Estate Web Strategy” and understand that working on your website is part of your business routine… “But I have content that comes with my website?” you say… and so does everyone else… Generic content is everywhere and leads nowhere; those who optimize it the right way and create good internal and external links will become visible…

I believe that those who bring their web services and processes internally will succeed. The days of calling an external “Web Designer” or “Tech Guy” to maintain your day to day pages are over… There is still value on having a professional get you going but it is a shared responsibility; in fact the “Web Designer” should be following your lead NOT the reverse…It is neither the Vendor nor the Product that matters; it is your habits and discipline I am going to focus on... Your strategy must lead you to Google Visibility...

This Workshop was designed to enhance the ability of Real Estate Professionals compete in an ever increasing spirited Internet Landscape…

Topic: "How do I maintain my Website regularly?"

The course will cover the following topics…

How to layout a Web Page and how to focus on the most relevant and Visible elements
Internal Linking of your Website.
Integration of IDXPro into your website and how to create Landing pages…
How to add content from external pages?
How to Add a Listing, Syndicate it, and make sure Google finds it
How to create Listing Pages.
How to optimize your provided pages and link them to the home page without buttons
Linking the right way – tons of examples…
How to prepare pictures, link them, and align them in tables.
How to make the Google and Yahoo bots read your sitemap
What are Link Exchanges and how to work them
How do I create a Page then convert it to Blog? Is there a structure to these pages that works?
How do I add good pages to my blog that drive traffic back to me...?
How do I create a link page and use Links Partners to drive more traffic...?
& Much much more
Bring all your questions and don’t forget your assistant. You will love this class; you will feel liberated and ready to conquer your online market!!!

The questions a Real Estate Professional should help their clients answer are the following:

“How can I tell that you have expertise in your Real Estate Market?”

“Can I validate you online and “Google You” with Buzz around your Market expertise?”

“Is the information I find online about you fluff or substance?”

Location: Exit Realty Charleston Group - Mount Pleasant Office – 613 A Long Point Road, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 - (843) 849-7778

Date: Tuesday, April 7^th, 2009 – 11am - 4pm

Duration: 5 hours – ample breaks will be offered.

Cost: $45 (please make checks payable to: Key Yessaad and hand them to your broker. I asked them to hold the checks until I have delivered the training.)

This Training is considered and Intensive and will incorporate Web Structure, Web Link Integration, Page Management, and Additional Google Site Map Links!!!

My Commitment: To un-shackle you from the fear of the internet and show you what your Buyers, Sellers and Google want… (Don’t we all want to make Google happy!!!) I will also give you a methodical plan of action to get you going or tweak what you are currently doing…

Course Description: (please read what follows to understand the intention of the course.)

“Put your Fear of Today into Affirming the Hope of Tomorrow!!!” - Bob McKinnon

Testimonials:

	"Key, You did an amazing job teaching at the Carolina's, you have found your calling and it shows! Tam - March 7, 2009." Tami Bonnell, President U.S. Organization, Exit Realty. Event: Exit of The Carolinas Annual Awards in Charlotte NC, March 2009.
	"Absolutely you deserve a testimonial, if for no other reason than the passion you exhibit for what you do. We all should be doing something in our life that reflects exhibits that passion. Our business would reflect it! You have found yours, congrats. As for the training, W-O-W I attended the class kicking and screaming thinking it was another technical jargon class that would once again go over my head and leave me with a migraine. Not true ! I got so much useful information that I have been wanting, (did not know the right question to ask) I came out and called my partner and just threw up all over him. Told him everything I’d heard. After I finally shut up, he asked if Doug was there, (our IT guy) I told him yes, he was so delighted and said we would get started as soon as he returned home. Ya think I confused him ? Also told him you would be returning and he’d have to attend the next training. Thank you very much for simplifying the web. I know have a plan of action, one step at a time. Up then Out. I look forward to the next training." - Carolyn Greene, Realtor, Exit Realty Upstate, Greenville SC. Attended Real Estate Web Strategy in Greenville SC, Friday March 20th.
	"Key, You have been blessed with the ability to help others. You have touched so many lives and have helped them to see their true abilities... Our lives get so busy that we sometimes forget to stop and take a look around and appreciate what we have. During our journey in life we meet many people. Some are just a blur in time and some, like you make time stand still. Your excitement and passion when you teach is so amazing. My agents have started implementing what you've taught them and are starting to see results! I am so proud of our agents!" - Belinda Vercammen, Administrator, Exit Upstate Realty. Attended Real Estate Web Strategy in Greenville SC, Friday March 20th.
	"Today, five agents from our office participated in a training seminar focused on "Blog Strategy". Key Yessaad, Real Estate Web Trainer, shared valuable information on how we can use blogging as a mechanism to drive Google to us and thereby help increase showings to our listings and drive buyers to our website! Key's upbeat and energetic approach to training web strategy are invaluable tools that we can now-as is evident by this blog. Carl McClure, Cathie Saucier, Paul Saucier, Tom Baldwin and Brandon Liles are all agents based in Chapin, SC at EXIT Midlands Realty and can now begin to implement the tools gathered from today's training. Thanks Key for another fantastic day!" - Brandon Liles, Broker/Owner Exit Midlands Realty, Chapin SC. Attended Real Estate Blogging Strategy in Columbia SC Thursday March 19th.
	"WOW! I had to hold onto my seat! The pumped up, enthusiastic and deeply informative web blogging training that you provided, is simply the best I have ever attended. The depth of your knowledge and insight was delivered clearly, passionately and with a focused concern that all who attended, truly understood the reasoning and application of why it is essential to engage in this strategy. We all look forward to attending more of your training very soon. Many, many, thanks to you for sharing this most important training, which is sure to propel our business to new heights. Thank you!" - Matt Houle, Broker/Owner Exit Realty of Hilton Head, Hilton Head SC. Attended Real Estate Blogging Strategy in Columbia SC Thursday March 19th.
	"Thanks Key! Fantastic info and I am excited about putting this new strategy into action. Here's to being Googleicious! Brooke." - Brooke Schlenker, Realtor, EXIT Real Estate Consultants, Lexington SC. Attended Real Estate Blogging Strategy in Columbia SC Thursday March 19th.
	"Key, Just wanted to send you a quick THANK YOU!!! Do you think you could bottle your enthusiasm for all of us? Talk about not selling anything.. change your mind and let us purchase that.... I had not intended to come until the Thursday when Rick "urged" me to come and said this would be different. He was absolutely 100% correct. It was different. It was more than teaching, it was almost coaching and mentoring with truth and compassion and determination. I absolutely stepped back and asked myself some important questions right from the get go "do you have values about your life?" I was off and running from their in a quest to find the answer.. I would highly recommend your Web Strategy class to all who have an open mind and want to move forward with decisions about their life... Look forward to seeing you again soon..." - Susan McCarter, Realtor, Exit Upstate, Greenville. Attended Real Estate Web Strategy in Greenville SC, Friday March 20th.
	"Dear Key, Here is my testimonial...thanks!!! Key, I have attended two of your courses now and I have to tell you, you truly are the best. Your lessons are invaluable and the information is able to implemented immediately. As any non-native speaker will testify, it is sometimes difficult to follow a lecture not in your native tongue. However, I am always able to follow and stay focused during your courses. I wish other trainers would follow your style. Your energy is inspiring and contagious. You will definitely be seeing me in future courses…and the on first page of Google." - Sonia Roman, Realtor, EXIT Real Estate Consultants. Attended Real Estate Blogging Strategy in Columbia SC Thursday March 19th.
	"Key: I think that was the best training session ever!! I'm now falling into that "old dog" category, but I know what I learned in your Blogging Strategies Training session will send us to a whole new level! If you have anyone who questions your validity, have them call me! I'll sing your praises!!..." - Paul Saucier, Broker/Auctioneer/Builder, Specialist in Land & Investment Properties. Exit Midlands Realty. Attended Real Estate Blogging Strategy in Columbia SC Thursday March 19th.
	"Hi Key, I just wanted to thank you for the great training you gave today. You definitely provided the information that I have be longing for. Your web strategy is the best that I have seen or heard of anywhere. I cannot wait to start implementing these valuable strategies in my real estate business. I am looking forward to the training on blogging. Thank you very much." - Victor Amadi - Realtor, EXIT Upstate Realty, Greenville SC - Attended Real Estate Web Strategy in Greenville SC, Friday March 20th.
	"Key, Thanks for a great training session yesterday! My To-Do list is a mile long but that feels good. It feels good to walk out of a training with a targeted list of actions that will get me noticed by Google and the other search engines, which in turn will get me noticed by my customers. I don't know how you learned all this stuff. But I am glad you did and even more glad that you have a gift and passion fro training. Keep up the great work! Craig." - Craig Augenstein, Exit Carolinas Regional Director - Attended Real Estate Blogging Strategy in Columbia SC Thursday March 19th.
	"Key, thanks again for the outstanding training/information/guidance/and “kick in the pants” you provided yesterday, March 19 for the EXIT agents in the Columbia area. Your enthusiasm is tremendous and the knowledge agents now have will allow them to properly position themselves in their respective markets. We look forward to seeing you again in May!" - Craig Summerall, Broker/Owner Exit Real Estate Consultants, Lexington SC. Attended Real Estate Blogging Strategy in Columbia SC Thursday March 19th.
	"Key, I think this was the best class that I could ever have taken, especially being new to the area of Greenville South Carolina. I love Exit and want to grow my business. This will help me tremendously. Thank you again." - Barbara Massone, Exit Upstate Realty, Greenville, SC - Attended Real Estate Web Strategy in Greenville SC, Friday March 20th.

Web Link: Charleston Real Estate Web Strategy Advanced Training Tuesday April 7th
PDF Doc: Charleston-Advanced-Web-Training.pdf

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To train, inspire, and coach Real Estate Professionals succeed is my passion. I specialize in training Realtors to compete online. My Trainings and Internet Strategies intersect in my seminars with powerful ideas and Plans of Actions that produce results. Google or call me (910) 538-6610 and let’s discuss how I can help your Agents climb the Google Tree of Success. I can tailor my Real Estate Seminars to the level of sophistication of your agents and I promise they will leave inspired and will produce results!!! Read some of the Realtors Testimonials.

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Key Yessaad – Real Estate Trainer & Internet Strategist.
To train, inspire, and coach Real Estate Professionals succeed is my passion. I specialize in training Realtors how to compete online. My Trainings and Internet Strategies intersect in my seminars with powerful ideas and Plans of Actions that produce results. Google or Call me (910) 538-6610 and let’s discuss how I can help your Agents climb the Google Tree of Success. I can tailor my Real Estate Seminars to the level of sophistication of your agents and I promise they will leave inspired and will produce results!!! Read some of the Realtors Testimonials.

Charleston, SC Real Estate

EXIT Realty Charleston Group A full service Charleston Area Real Estate Brokerage with 4 offices located in the Goose Creek, Mount Pleasant, Sullivan's Island, and West Ashley Areas of Charleston SC. Services include residential sales and property management including long term and vacation rentals, and commercial sales and leasing.

CHARLESTON SC HOME PRICES ON THE RISE AND EXPECTED TO CONTINUE

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 19:59:49 GMT

CHARLESTON SC HOME PRICES ON THE RISE AND EXPECTED TO CONTINUE

CHARLESTON SC REAL ESTATE MARKET SHOWS SIGNS OF STABILIZATION AS MEDIAN HOME PRICES INCREASES DURING THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY. ADDITIONALLY, CHARLESTON HOME BUYERS ARE GETTING INTO THE SWING OF THINGS AS THE NUMBER OF SHOWINGS ON LISTINGS ARE ON THE RISE. THESE TWO FACTORS COMBINED WITH THE SPRING MARKET SHOULD LEAD TO IMPROVEMENTS IN CHARLESTON HOMES SALES.

Residential Real Estate Sales Remain Stable in February, Median Price Increases Slightly

Date: 3/10/2009

Residential Real Estate Sales Remain Stable, Median Price Increased Slightly In February

Region shows little collective movement during the shortest sales period of the year

CHARLESTON, SC—(March 10, 2009) The tri-county residential real estate market remained stable month-to-month, with 363 sales closing in the month of February—a variable dip from January’s 372 closings. The median sale price for the region rebounded from January’s low, climbing 4%, to $183,180.

Year-over-year statistics continued to show a slower pace of sales, with 43% less sales compared with February 2008’s 636 closed transactions, and an 8% decrease in the region’s median sale price, which sat at $200,000 a year ago.

The number of potential buyers continued to rise and showed the fifth consecutive month of increased showings—a total of 18,212 for the month.

There are 10,051 homes currently listed for sale with the Charleston Trident Multiple Listing Service.

DORCHESTER COUNTY

Dorchester County closings resulted in the largest statistical gains, showing a 26% increase in sales over January’s levels, with 87 closed transactions. The median sale price for the county also showed an increase, up 12% to $169,990. The southern portion of the county (Ladson Road to Bacon’s Bridge/Hwy.165) supported the majority of the County’s increases, as sales in that area picked up significantly, and median price rose 18%, from $134,000 to $158,000.

CHARLESTON COUNTY

As a whole, Charleston County showed slowing sales and a slight decline in median price from January, down 11% and 5%, respectively. However, several of its municipalities showed signs of promise—North Charleston saw a 5% increase in median sale price; sales increased 6% in Mount Pleasant, and James Island and West Ashley markets both remained stable for the month.

BERKELEY COUNTY

Berkeley County saw minimal movement in the residential market for February. Sales slowed just 3%, with 93 closings and median price dipped less than 2%, settling at $162,400. A significant increase of sales on Daniel Island likely helped stabilize this market. A total of 13 homes sold on the Island during February, versus 4 sales in January, with a median sale price of $385,000.

Data provided by Charleston Trident Association of Realtors

EXIT Realty Charleston Group A full service Charleston Area Real Estate Brokerage with 4 offices located in the Goose Creek, Mount Pleasant, Sullivan's Island, and West Ashley Areas of Charleston SC. Services include residential sales and property management including long term and vacation rentals, and commercial sales and leasing.

MOUNT PLEASANT, SC 29464 CLOSE TO THE BEACH!

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:41:05 GMT

EASY SEARCH OF ALL MT PLEASANT LISTINGS: http://www.exitcharleston.com/Search-Charleston-MLS

1990 Armory Dr Mount Pleasant, SC

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What a charming home in the desirable town of mount pleasant. This home is located in the West Point subdivision, which includes sidewalks, and only minutes from beautiful beaches and shopping plus entertainment at towne center!! This property has tons to offer which include: 1,614 square footage of living space, brand new carpet, brand new paint, eat-in kitchen with a separate dining area, great room, plus ceiling fans All of this is located on a huge private lot with privacy fence. Again only five minutes to the beach! Come and check out this home, it could be yours! Call me for more information at 8 4 3 3 4 3 2 7 4 9.

MLS# 2828664
$239,000
3 Bed, 2/1 Bath
1990 Armory Dr
Mount Pleasant SC, 29466

Andy Ackerman
EXIT REALTY CHARLESTON GROUP
843-343-2749
andy@exitcharleston.com

HISTORIC DOWNTOWN COTTAGE AT INCREDIBLE PRICE 155 LINE ST, CHARLESTON, SC 29403

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 13:29:25 GMT

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155 Line St Charleston, SC

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MLS# 2832028
$135,000
1 Bed, 1 Bath
155 Line St
Charleston SC, 29403

Andy Ackerman
EXIT REALTY CHARLESTON GROUP
843-343-2749
andy@exitcharleston.com

NEW BERBER CARPET AND PAINT IN THIS GREAT HOME! 208 FOXBOROUGH RD, GOOSE CREEK, SC

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 13:01:21 GMT

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208 Foxborough Rd Goose Creek, SC

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MLS# 2903282
$139,900
3 Bed, 2 Bath
208 Foxborough Rd
Goose Creek SC, 29445

Andy Ackerman
EXIT REALTY CHARLESTON GROUP
843-343-2749
andy@exitcharleston.com

CHARLESTON SC MULTIFAMILY PROPERTY FOR SALE

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 22:04:24 GMT

EASY SEARCH OF ALL CHARLESTON AREA MULTIFAMILY PROPERTIES: http://www.exitcharleston.com/Multifamily

19 Amherst St Charleston, SC

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CURRENT OWNERS WILL SIGN A MASTER LEASE FOR ENTIRE BUILDING FOR THE FIRST TWO YEARS OF PURCHASERS OWNERSHIP AT A RATE $12,000 PER MONTH FOR A TOTAL OF $288,000 TO GUARANTEE MAXIMUM RENTAL INCOME. PROPERTY CONSISTS OF 2 BUILDINGS WITH A TOTAL OF 10 UNITS. BOTH BUILDINGS WERE HAVE UNDERGONE MAJOR RENOVATIONS IN THE LAST 2 YEARS. RENOVATIONS INCLUDE RECOVERED ROOFS, HARDIPLANK SIDING, COMPLETE EXTERIOR PAINTING OF BUILDINGS, BAHAMA STYLE SHUTTERS, PRIVACY FENCING AROUND PROPERTY AND BETWEEN UNITS, EXTENSIVE LANDSCAPE PACKAGE FOR THE PROPERTY. EACH UNITS HAS NEW ENERGY EFFICIENT WINDOWS, NEW HVAC, NEW PLUMBING, TANKLESS WATER HEATERS, UPDATED ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINEERED WOOD FLOORING, NEW CARPET, CERAMIC TILE, UPDATED LIGHTING AND PLUMBING FIXTURES, ALL NEW APPLIANCES INCLUDING D/W & W/D, AND EACH UNIT WAS COMPLETELY PAINTED ON THE INTERIOR. ALL RENOVATIONS WERE COMPLETED APPROXIMATELY 18 MONTHS AGO. CONDO AGAIN, FIRST 2 YEARS RENTAL INCOME WILL BE GUARANTEED WITH MASTER LEASE. PROPERTY IS CURRENTLY 100% OCCUPIED. EACH UNIT IS APPROX. 1,200 SQFT, 3BR/1.5BA. BUYER SHALL VERIFY ALL INFORMATION. AGENT/OWNER

MLS# 2822632
$1,850,000
30 Bed, 10 Bath
19 Amherst St
Charleston SC, 29403

Andy Ackerman
EXIT REALTY CHARLESTON GROUP
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andy@exitcharleston.com

Mount Pleasant SC Development Should As Town Considers Cutting Impact Fees in Half to Spark Development

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 20:21:38 GMT

Mount Pleasant SC Development Should As Town Considers Cutting Impact Fees in Half to Spark Development

The town of Mount Pleasant SC is proposing a temporary cut in impact fees to help stimulate new development. The fees are used to pay for infrastructure and services in the town. The loss revenue in fees will be replaced by increases in sale taxes and property taxes. New developments in the area will aid in the recovery of the Mount Pleasant Real Estate Market.

Mount Pleasant town officials are considering cutting impact fees in half for 12 months to stimulate development.

Town administrator Mac Burdette suggested the idea today at a meeting of the Economic Development Committee. Members of the committee asked for more information before endorsing or rejecting the idea.

The fees, charged to new development to help pay for infrastructure and services, have generated revenues in the millions of dollars in recent years, Burdette said. This fiscal year they might bring in $400,000.

“That shows the state of the development industry,” Burdette said.

Burdette said the next fiscal year, which begins in July, will probably continue to be slow in terms of development activity. The roughly $200,000 the town would lose by cutting impact fees in half would not be a significant loss to the town, but the move could boost other revenues such as sales tax and property tax if it were to stimulate building activity, he said.

It might also prevent other revenue sources from declining, Burdette said, pointing to business license revenues as a particular concern. A third of the town’s business license fees are related to the construction industry.

“Obviously the construction industry is in such a recession and depressed state that next year we’re going to start seeing (a decline) in business licenses,” he said.

Burdette compared the one-year reduction to a business putting merchandise on sale. It could keep income flowing, even if at a lower profit margin.

“Frankly, I couldn’t disagree more,” said Councilman Joe Bustos.

Bustos said he disliked the idea of Mount Pleasant being on sale. He said the town should think carefully before implementing “fire sale” polices.

Bustos said any reduction in fees that the town makes should help residents. Repealing recent increases in town franchise fees and storm water fees should come before help for the construction industry, he said.

Other members of the committee were less critical of the idea but wanted input from developers on whether the fee reduction would actually prompt new construction. They asked for that input before moving forward.

Impact fee rates depend on the size and type of development. For a new commercial building, Burdette said impact fees could be as high as $150,000.

Burdette said state law does not prohibit lowering impact fees. The town depends on transportation impact fees for debt service payments, but the town has enough money in reserve to cover those payments for the year that the fee would be reduced, he said.

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Charleston SC Real Estate Market Gets Help as City Once Again Ranks Amongs Nations Best

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 20:16:13 GMT

Charleston SC Real Estate Market Gets Help as City Once Again Ranks Amongs Nations Best

Charleston SC Ranked #10 in Milken Institute’s Top 25 Best Performing Cities which of a ranking of the nation’s metro areas in regards to job creation and economic growth. This is just one of many recent “best of” rankings for the Charleston. The strong economic performance will aid in boosting sales in Charleston Real Estate Market.

A summary of the results:

Charleston-North Charleston-Summerville, SC MSA

Overall Rank: 10

MSA Population: 630,100

5-yr Job Growth (2002-2007)¹	Score: 108.38	Rank: 23
1-yr Job Growth (2006-2007)²	Score: 103.02	Rank: 7
5-yr Wages & Salaries Growth (2001-2006)³	Score: 111.25	Rank: 24
1-yr Wages & Salaries Growth (2005-2006)⁴	Score: 100.74	Rank: 68
Job Growth (Mar07 - Mar08)⁵	Growth: 1.18 %	Rank: 53
5-yr Relative HT GDP Growth (2002-2007)⁶	Score: 115.73	Rank: 25
1-yr Relative HT GDP Growth (2006-2007)⁷	Score: 103.03	Rank: 27
High-Tech GDP LQ - 2007⁸	Score: 0.69	Rank: 108
# of HT GDP LQs Over 1 - 2007⁹	Score: 6.0	Rank: 72

The full report can be found here: http://bestcities.milkeninstitute.org/bestcities2008.taf

Charleston SC Realtor, Debbie Donovan Earns The e-Pro Designation

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 01:26:57 GMT

Charleston SC Realtor, Debbie Donovan

Earns The e-Pro Designation

Debbie Donovan of Exit Realty Charleston Group was recently completed the on-line certification program to become an e-Pro Realtor. Recognized as one of the National Association of Realtors designations, Donovan adds the e-Pro designation to her Accredited Buyer’s Representative and Senior Real Estate Specialist designations.

As technology plays an increasing role in the buying and selling of real estate, the e-Pro course is designed to help designees stay at the leading edge of technology and identify, evaluate, and implement new Internet business models. Debbie Donovan is now armed with an arsenal of newly acquired expertise and technology tools and plans to use her e-Pro designation to bring innovative online-based real estate resources to her clients and potential customers to help them stay informed and to become more effective in marketing listings.

Debbie joined Exit Realty Charleston Group in 2005. She specializes in residential sales in the greater Charleston Metro area including Isle of Palms, Mt. Pleasant, Daniel Island, James Island, West Ashley and the Charleston Peninsula. She is actively involved in her community and is currently serving as Chair of the Housing Opportunities Committee at the Charleston Trident Association of Realtors.

For more information on Debbie Donovan visit: www.DebbieDonovanRE.com

Also visit Debbie on You Tube!!

Mt Pleasant Home for Sale, 5 Mins to the Beach!

Tue, 24 Feb 2009 19:02:43 GMT

EASY SEARCH OF ALL MT PLEASANT HOMES FOR SALE: http://www.exitcharleston.com/Search-Charleston-MLS

1990 Armory Dr Mount Pleasant, SC

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MLS# 2828664
$239,000
3 Bed, 2/1 Bath
1990 Armory Dr
Mount Pleasant SC, 29466

Andy Ackerman
EXIT REALTY CHARLESTON GROUP
843-343-2749
andy@exitcharleston.com

APARTMENT BUILDING FOR SALE CHARLESTON SC

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 01:13:49 GMT

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19 Amherst St Charleston, SC

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MLS# 2822632
$1,850,000
30 Bed, 10 Bath
19 Amherst St
Charleston SC, 29403

Andy Ackerman
EXIT REALTY CHARLESTON GROUP
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andy@exitcharleston.com

Charleston SC First Time Homebuyers will benefit from Revised Tax Credit

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 18:02:39 GMT

Charleston SC First Time Homebuyers will benefit from Revised Tax Credit

Charleston SC Home Sales set to increase after President Obama signs off on new stimulus package which includes a tax credit for first time home buyers. The tax credit has been improved to increase the credit from $7,500 to $8,000 and now it does not have to be paid back. Charleston Area Real Estate Market will see improvement as first time buyers are lured into the market.

The Stimulus Plan was signed into law by President Obama today. It contains a new tax
credit for first-time homebuyers. Essentially, first-time homebuyers within certain
income limits who purchase a home in 2009 before December 1, 2009 will receive a tax
credit of up to $8,000. The program is similar to the $7,500 tax credit which applied to
home purchases made in 2008 after April 9. A comparison of the two credit programs is
outlined below.

While the Stimulus Plan was still being debated, the Senate version originally included a
$15,000 tax credit for all homebuyers. To lower the cost of the Stimulus Plan, the final
version of the Plan contained this smaller tax credit, and this tax credit is applicable
only to first-time homebuyers.

To qualify as a first-time home buyer as defined in the programs, the purchaser (and the
purchaser's spouse) may not have owned a home in the three years prior to the purchase
date of the home. Single family homes qualify for the program. The home must be the
primary residence.

Both tax credits are subject to the same adjusted gross income limitations (full credit
for AGI less than $75,000 single/$150,000 joint, phased out for AGI up to $95,000 single/
$170,000 joint).

The amount for either credit is the lesser of 10% of the home purchase price or $7,500 or
$8,000, as applicable.

While a purchaser still owns the home, the $7,500 credit must be repaid in equal payments
over a period of 15 years, starting with the 2010 tax filing. The $8,000 credit will not
need to be repaid. Again, the $7,500 credit needs to be repaid, while the $8,000 credit
does not!

Upon sale of the home, any portion of the $7,500 credit not yet repaid is due in full. A
No portion of the $8,000 credit is due upon sale of the home, if the home is owned for
more than three years. If the home is sold within the first three years, the full amount
of the credit is due upon sale.

The $7,500 credit was not available to any purchaser utilizing state/local revenue bond
money to help finance the home purchase. There is no such restriction on the $8,000
credit.

Under both the $7,500 and the $8,000 programs, the credit will be claimed on the
purchaser's income taxes. Any amount in excess of taxes owed will be refunded to the
purchaser.

Additional information about the tax credit can be found on the websites of the National
Association of Realtors (www.realtor.org<http://www.realtor.org>) and the National
Association of Home Builders (www.nahb.org<http://www.nahb.org>

This article was provided by Todd Morgan of Bradford Mortgage Company

GOOSE CREEK HOME FOR SALE 29445

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 20:57:25 GMT

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208 Foxborough Rd Goose Creek, SC

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MLS# 2903282
$139,900
3 Bed, 2 Bath
208 Foxborough Rd
Goose Creek SC, 29445

Andy Ackerman
EXIT REALTY CHARLESTON GROUP
843-343-2749
andy@exitcharleston.com

Charleston SC Realtor, Kitty Power, Obtains The Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) Designation

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 01:52:33 GMT

Charleston SC Realtor, Kitty Power, Obtains The Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) Designation

Kitty Power of EXIT Realty Charleston Group obtained another designation. She earned her Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) Designation to go along with her GRI (Graduate, Realtors Institute). Kitty is in small company among Realtors as a holder of both designations. Kitty serves buyers and sellers in Charleston, SC Real Estate Market.

The Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) Designation is the professional Designation offered by the Council of Residential Specialists. The CRS Designation is the highest professional designation awarded to REALTORS® in the residential sales field. Fewer than 4 percent of all REALTORS® hold the CRS Designation.

Qualification is Based on Production

with 75 sides residential (no land or mobiles) in 5 years period or $25 million in any 5 year period, take 2 core classes 2 units each and 4 units of electives - I did this one with more than 75 transactions in 5 years

with 25 sides no time limit or $8 million with a minimum of 10 sides transaction within any two year period, take 3 core classes 2 units each and 4 units of electives

About Kitty:

Kitty's family returned to Charleston in 1968 when my father retired as a Master Chief in the US Navy. I started in Real Estate in 2002 after 20 years of retail management. In 2004, I earned my GRI designation. Exit Realty currently has 6 offices located throughout Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester Counties.

There are many qualities and skills that go into being an excellent real estate professional - integrity, in-depth community and market knowledge, marketing savvy, effective negotiation skills and a high-quality professional network, all of which are hallmarks of how I work. That said, in my experience as a Charleston real estate professional, I've also found that providing the very best service is essentially about putting my clients first. This means keeping myself accessible, being a good listener as well as a good communicator, and responding quickly to your needs.

For more information on Kitty Power visit: http://www.kittylpower.com/home.asp

Mount Pleasant SC Real Estate On the Rebound as Indicated by Commercial Development

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 00:50:24 GMT

Mount Pleasant SC Real Estate On the Rebound as Indicated by Commercial Development

Mount Pleasant Real Estate has all indicators to it that it will be the first market in the Charleston SC Metro Area to lead the way to better times in the Real Estate Market. Residential sales are increasing in the area as inventory declines and the construction of a new commercial retail center Anchored by Harris Teeter in underway in the middle of Mount Pleasant.

Six Mile Marketplace

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By Ashley Fletcher Frampton

Charleston Regional Business Journal
aframpton@scbiznews.com
Published Feb. 4, 2009

Construction has begun on a new shopping center in Mount Pleasant that will be anchored by a Harris Teeter grocery store, the developer said.

Six Mile Marketplace, at the intersection of U.S. Highway 17 and Six Mile Road, will eventually include 99,000 square feet of retail space, according to developer Gary Shahid.

Construction began last week on the project’s first phase, which totals about 71,000 square feet, he said. That portion is scheduled to be built by August 2010.

So far, Harris Teeter is the only confirmed tenant, Shahid said. The store will occupy 53,000 square feet.

Shahid said that the recession hasn’t slowed the first phase but that the remainder of the project will unfold as the economy recovers. Moving ahead now will give the project an edge when that happens, he said.

“The way that we look at it is that this is a great time to be doing construction because we’re going to be positioned to take advantage of the economy when it does rebound,” Shahid said. “Where other projects will take a considerable amount of time to get started, we’ll be way ahead of them.”

The project site totals about 12 acres, according to The Beach Co., which brokered the land assembly. Four parcels were combined, including a former mobile home site. Mobile home residents were relocated, Shahid said.

A small strip shopping center already sits at the front of the site, Shahid said. Existing tenants are a Lord & Evans Paints store and a gas station.

Six Mile Marketplace is in the path of two major road projects. Hungryneck Boulevard is to be extended from the Isle of Palms Connector to Six Mile Road. Also, U.S. 17 is slated to be widened between the Isle of Palms Connector and Wando High School.

Shahid said the road projects are critical to his development.

To Read the Whole Artice See: http://www.charlestonbusiness.com/news/26371-construction-starts-on-shopping-center-in-mount-pleasant?rss=0

EXIT Realty Charleston Group A full service Charleston Area Real Estate Brokerage with 4 offices located in the Goose Creek, Mount Pleasant, Sullivan's Island, and West Ashley Areas of Charleston SC. Services include residential sales and property management including long term and vacation rentals, and commercial sales and leasing.