Coastal Carolinas Housing Market Snapshot… Stability Returns The Coastal Carolinas housing market is in a balanced, stable phase, far from the extremes of the 2008 housing crash or the record-low inventory frenzy during COVID. This report adds context to the current numbers and explains why headlines about “500,000 more sellers than buyers” are misleading. Why […]
The Real Story on Rates, Prices, and What’s Happening in Our Market If you’re thinking about buying but holding off for a better mortgage rate, you’re not alone. But here’s the thing. Waiting it out might end up costing you more than you expect. The second rates start to come down, people who’ve been on […]
Why Now May Be the Best Time to Buy Before Rates Fall The current Federal Reserve Chair’s term is set to expire in May 2026. Many market watchers believe the administration will appoint a more business-friendly replacement who supports rate cuts to keep the economy moving. If that happens, borrowing costs could drop fast, and […]
The Atlanta Federal Reserve’s GDPNow model is projecting strong U.S. economic growth for the second quarter of 2025. As of June 2, the model estimates Q2 real GDP growth at 4.6 percent (annualized). That is a sharp move up from just 2.2 percent a week earlier and suggests the economy may be expanding faster than […]
If you’ve recently purchased a second home, vacation property, or commercial real estate in South Carolina, there’s good news: you may qualify for the Assessable Transfer of Interest (ATI) Exemption, a valuable tax break that can lower your property tax bill significantly. The ATI exemption is designed to reduce the taxable value of properties assessed […]
4048 Girvan Drive Myrtle Beach, SC 29579 $889,000 If you’ve been searching for a home that combines elegance, functionality, and stunning surroundings, look no further than 4048 Girvan Drive in the Legends Golf Resort. This newly constructed masterpiece is ideally situated on a homesite that truly stands out, offering features and details that will take […]