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Posted on 05/25/2022

3 Simple Tips for Preventing Frozen Pipes

If you live in a climate with freezing temperatures, it's important to protect your pipes. Water freezing inside pipes can cause them to rupture, leading to expensive leaks and even flooding. Unfortunately, since water pipes are all hidden away, it's easy to forget they're at risk of freezing. Here are some tips for simple ways to prevent your...

Frozen Pipes

Plumbing

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Posted on 05/21/2022

Bluffton, SC Real Estate Market Update 5/21/2022

Click here to view Bluffton, SC blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 05/18/2022

Process and Requirements for Buying a VA-Approved Condo

Eligible borrowers can use their VA loan benefits to purchase a condominium rather than a single-family home. For first time homebuyers, a condo or townhome can have multiple benefits compared to a standalone house. However, to use your VA loan on a condo property, the property must be within a VA-approved development. Here's a guide to the basics...

Approval

Condo

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Posted on 05/11/2022

French gardens: Key design elements

To add classic elegance to your home’s exterior, consider taking inspiration from French gardens. French garden design has a legacy of precise, formal and beautiful landscaping, making it the perfect style for homeowners wanting to dress up their outdoor space. While a French garden can be more maintenance than other garden styles due to the emphasis on clean...

French Garden

French Gardens

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Posted on 05/09/2022

Another Property Sold - 107 Colonel Colcock Court, Bluffton, SC 29909

Welcome Home! Incredible opportunity for a bright & open 2 BED/2 BATH home in the Historic Village of Sun City Hilton Head, an active adult community. Numerous updates for this Hardiplank home, include newer roof, hvac, H20, landscaping & irrigation system. Features formal living/dining area w/gas fireplace, recessed lighting, crown molding, upgraded spacious kitchen w/upscale appliances, breakfast area, perfect for entertaining; desk/office area; Carolina Room w/pocket doors adds for an extra sleeping area. Master w/bay window, guest bedroom w/adjoining full bath. Garage w/pull downstairs to overhead storage. You will absolutely...

Real Estate

Bluffton

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Posted on 05/05/2022

Hilton Head Island, SC Real Estate Market Update 5/5/2022

Click here to view Hilton Head Island, SC blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 05/05/2022

Another Property Sold - 63 Murray Hill Drive, Bluffton, SC 29909

Ideal cul-de-sac location for this spacious Chestnut floor plan. Three bedrooms, plus a den, plus a formal dining room, what a large home! Inviting open floor plan w/Great Room & dining area w/sliders to screen porch; kitchen w/Corian breakfast bar, pantry; Laundry room; Den/office adjacent to entry foyer. The master suite has a bay window, large walk-in closet, shower, soaking tub, two sink vanity, clerestory windows. Two guest bedrooms w/adjoining full bath. Extended 2 car garage w/pull downstairs for overhead storage. Near Hidden Cypress Clubhouse & Sun City Hilton Head amenity parks - softball, pickleball, dog park, woodworking...

Real Estate

Bluffton

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Posted on 05/04/2022

5 Common Kitchen Design Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When you have a custom home, you’re able to set your kitchen up in almost any way you want. While this gives you a lot of freedom during the design process, there are some common mistakes that creep up. These mistakes can make your kitchen less functional overall, which can affect your home’s value and your day-to-day life....

Design

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Posted on 05/03/2022

Another Property Sold - 47 Nightingale Lane, Bluffton, SC 29909

One of a kind backyard in this Willow Brook neighborhood of Sun City Hilton Head. Relax in your Adirondack chairs under the Pergola enjoying the lagoon view. This home has an open living/dining area w/recessed lighting, gas fireplace, built-in bookcases, tile floors; kitchen w/formica breakfast bar, lower cabinet rolls outs, lighted cabinets & under counter lighting, pantry & eat-in area w/bay window; Carolina Room; extended screen porch; office/computer room; master suite w/bay window, soaking tub, separate shower; guest BR w/Murphy bed adjoins full bath in guest area; den w/French Doors could serve as an extra sleeping. Extended...

Real Estate

Bluffton

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Posted on 05/01/2022

137 Robert E Lee Lane, Bluffton, SC 29909 is now new to the market!

Ready for immediate occupancy this exquisitely updated estate home is situated on a golf course lot on a quiet cul-de-sac lane. Gracious entry foyer, formal dining area & living area w/tray ceiling, gourmet kitchen featuring granite, gas and stainless adjoins the Family Room w/gas fireplace; wall of windows adorns the Carolina Room; den/office with desk/work area; large master suite w/walk-in shower, walk-in closet; 2 car garage plus golf cart bay. Sun City Hilton Head, an active adult community, has three 18 hole golf courses, clay tennis courts, pickle ball courts, multiple indoor/outdoor pools, three fitness centers & many social...

Real Estate

Bluffton

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Posted on 04/27/2022

Moss Wall Gardens: DIY Guide

If you want to add some no-maintenance greenery to your home decor, a moss wall garden might be the perfect choice. Unlike garden walls made up of many small plants, moss walls not always alive. This makes them much easier to maintain while still giving you a lush and beautiful art piece to bring nature indoors. Here is...

Arts And Crafts

Diy

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Posted on 04/20/2022

Water: Quick home safety tips

Water in your home or yard can be a drowning risk. It can also cause other hazards, such as slippery floors or burns from scalding temperatures. Practicing water safety tips can help ensure your home is a safe environment. Clean up water spills right away Water spills from the tub or sink can make the floor in the...

Home Safety

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