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Will house prices bottom in 2011?

Hard question to answer! Here's some variables that might help us in the year that is ahead...

We need to continue to watch inventory and months-of-supply closely for hints about house prices. Right now, house prices are falling at about a 10% annual rate, so we are not at the bottom of house prices just yet! We should have expected home sales to drop, being that the first time home buyers credit is over. Home sales have since showed signed of stabilization and home prices WILL follow with a lag...

I think national house prices will decline another 3% to 6% from the October 2010 levels. I think it's likely that house prices will bottom in the first or...

It's BACKKKKKK! Everyone's favorite Lowcountry festival: Piccolo Spoleto. It comes with everything for the entire family, from the shows, to the dances, the exhibits, and is one of the largest events that happens annually in Charleston...And it is well WORTH not just your money, but certainly your time...You just can't miss out on this! So, here's the scoop...

Between the 'old school' charm, the structure of historic Charleston & the European roots that still permeate throughout the streets of the city, mixing in the Spoleto Festival here produces a unique and very fitting synergy for everyone who joins in and experiences this "international multi-arts festival. Mostly, you'll find artis...

The last two weeks have proved to be very interesting in the world of real estate.  As you all know, several large banks have placed a hold on the foreclosure process.  What this means for homeowners that are not facing foreclosure or a short sale is simply this: now, your home is at the top of the availability list!  That is good news.  At Weichert, we WORK for you.  We have a dedicate sales team in place that can handle all of your issues, concerns and marketing needs.  We believe in Our Core Values and hope you will try the Weichert Difference ... It's black and white!

For the EIGHTEENTH consecutive year, Condé Nast Traveler magazine made Charleston a “Top 10” travel destination in the U.S. Charleston got the #2 slot - beaten by San Francisco by .04 of one point! This ranking maintains Charleston’s spot as the No. 1 east coast destination. Woo Hoo Charleston, you gorgeous thing, you...As for more credit to this historical city and its surrounding areas, here's what else popped up on the list: 

Kiawah Island: #1 island in North America.

The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort: #3 in the Top 100 Resorts in the Mainland U.S. category and 29th on the Best in the World list.

In the list of top 100 hotels in the U.S, Charleston also had a piece of the pie:...

The current Charleston housing market conditions so far, which is pretty much the end of the year, have been, well, so-so...Let's see the stats.

There are about TWO TIMES as many homes up for sale than have been sold in the past 6 months. There are more homes that were either withdrawn or expired & probable the more obvious - unsold than sold. Out of all the homes that are under contract, about 1,200 are contingent & about 500 are pending. most of the pending sales should go through and close, however not all of the contingents will.

So, a good question to ask: How many more homes are going to be added to the list of inventory that is already far exceeding the number of houses that are ...

Truth will always be truth, regardless of lack of understanding, disbelief or ignorance. — W. Clement Stone

On Sunday, September 12th, Charleston, SC will be featured in The New York Times.  

From the Post and Courier...

Shaila Dewan, a writer for the New York Times, walks you through a weekend in Charleston and uncovers a handful of adventures that the Lowcountry has to offer.

A version of the online article will appear in print on Sunday, September 12, 2010, on page TR9 of the New York edition.

Home sales plunge 27 pct. to lowest in 15 years

  AP  A home is seen for sale in Springfield, Ill., Monday, Aug. 23, 2010. Tuesday's report from the National 

WASHINGTON Sales of previously occupied homes plunged last month to the lowest level in 15 years, despite the lowest mortgage rates in decades and bargain prices in many areas.
July's sales fell by more than 27 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 3.83 million, the National Association of Realtors said Tuesday. It was the largest monthly drop on records dating back to 196...

Charleston shines in new Darius Rucker video

Credit: CMT.com

Darius Rucker new video features Charleston.

Food Network to feature Hominy Grill

Credit: www.hominygrill.com

Hominy Grill's shrimp and grits were just selected as one of America's Best Top 10 regional classics by the Food Network.

Growing firm moves in

Manufacturer of giant hydraulic hammers relocates from Rhode Island to Summerville

By Katy Stech

Maverick Equipment Manufacturing Inc. makes giant hydraulic hammers that heavy-machine operators plunge into the ground, sending ripples through the freshly broken earth.

Right now is one of the best times in our history to buy a home.  Interest rates are at their lowest and so are home prices.  The way to make money in real estate is to buy low and sell high, yet what created the current economic problems is just the opposite-people bought at the top of the market and now are trying to sell at the bottom. We need to reverse this buy buying now and allowing normal appreciation to acrue without expecting to get rich so fast on one transaction! 

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Agent Mackenzie Crabtree wins award for selling a Sabal Home!

2010. What will it bring to you?  Will it be a new home? Many people have been waiting around for real estate to hit the bottom.  Well, market indicators in ur area suggest we have been bumping around th bottom for a while now.  No one has a Crystal ball, but a new home can bring you joy.  If you are intersted in seaking with a professional to find out more about the area you are interested in, one of our associats will be happy to help provide specific market statistics to help you make an informd decision.  Also, we are partnered with Bank of America to help you with your financing options. We want to help you with one of your most important financial decision.

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