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How to Sell Your Current Home and Buy Your Next One in the Midlands
Need more space but unsure how to coordinate two transactions? Here is how Midlands move-up buyers can plan financing, contingencies, and closing timelines without winging it.
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Columbia SC Housing Market Update: Summer 2026 Prices, Inventory and Buyer Leverage
A grounded look at prices, inventory, and negotiating leverage across Greater Columbia this summer. Greater Columbia’s housing market is giving buyers something they haven’t had much of lately: choices. Inventory continues to grow, homes are taking a little longer to sell, and there’s more room for negotiation. Sellers are still receiving close to asking price,…
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Chapin, SC: What Buyers Should Know About the “Capital of Lake Murray”
The lake town everyone asks me about, minus the hype. Chapin sits about 24 miles northwest of downtown Columbia, is served by Lexington-Richland School District Five, and has earned the nickname “Capital of Lake Murray” for its lake access and small-town feel. Here’s what buyers considering Chapin SC real estate should actually know before they…
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Buying in Irmo, SC: Schools, Lake Murray Access, Commute & What to Watch For
The Midlands suburb everyone asks me about, minus the guesswork. If you’re weighing whether to buy in Irmo, here’s the short answer: it’s worth a close look if you want lake access, a specific school district, and a shorter commute into Columbia without downtown prices. The tradeoff is that well-located homes near Lake Murray or…
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Lake Murray Homes Are Gorgeous — But Here’s What Buyers Miss
Every summer, my inbox fills up with some version of: “I’ve always wanted to live on Lake Murray… what’s the catch?” And listen, I get it. Spend one good weekend on the water and suddenly your brain is house-hunting from a pontoon boat. But lake property is not the same as buying in a traditional…
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I Love Zillow. Here’s Why I Still Tell My Buyers Not to Rely on It Alone.
Think you’ve seen every home on Zillow? Learn why search filters, listing photos, and local market knowledge can make all the difference when buying a home in South Carolina.
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Stop Waiting for the “Perfect” Mortgage Rate to Buy a Home
Wondering if you should wait for lower mortgage rates? Learn why the “perfect” rate may not save you money, what buyers in South Carolina should know, and how today’s market could actually work in your favor.
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What the NAR Settlement Means for South Carolina Home Buyers
And why it is not the scary mess the headlines made it sound like If you have been following real estate news lately, you have probably seen headlines about the NAR settlement, buyer agent commissions, new paperwork, lawsuits, and about twelve different versions of “real estate will never be the same.” Super helpful, right? Not…
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The Evolution of Buyer Agency: From Past to Present Standards
Update: This article was originally published before the 2024 NAR settlement practice changes. For the most current explanation of South Carolina buyer agreements and buyer agent compensation, please read my updated guide here. The Evolution of Buyer Agency: From Past to Present Standards Imagine a time when real estate transactions lacked the structure and safeguards…
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The Truth About Mortgages!
The Honest Truth About Mortgages (and Why Your Rent Payment Doesn’t Guarantee Approval) If you’ve been renting for a while, you’ve probably watched rent prices climb with an increasing sense of dread. With every payment, you might feel like you’re getting nothing back for it. That’s not wrong. It’s why more renters are thinking seriously…