What is SEWE in Charleston, SC ? Southeastern Wildlife Exposition - 01/31/11 12:17 AM
What is SEWE in Charleston, SC ? Southeastern Wildlife Exposition
The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition is an enormous showcase of the worlds’ finest wildlife art held annually in Charleston, SC.  The expo is composed of the works of  500 artists and exhibitors, attracting 40,000 attendees.  The theme and purpose of the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition is to promote conservation and preservation of nature.  Events are held at various venues around downtown.  Shuttle buses available between venues.  This means you can find  anything and everything WILDLIFE right here in Charleston, SC, at the SEWE, Southeastern Wildlife Exposition.The South Eastern Wildlife Expo events include: … (3 comments)

Mural in St George, SC - near Charleston SC - 01/30/11 08:52 PM
Mural in St George , SC - near Chareston, SC
You never know what you may happen upon when traveling the back roads of South Carolina.  St. George is a small town near I-95 and I-26.  Notice the clouds above the train's smoke stack. 
Mural by Virgina Bond.  See more awesome art by Virginia at BiBondartsonline.
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Charleston Door Knockers - Part II - Old, Unusual, Antique Door Knockers - Video - 01/29/11 01:09 PM
Charleston Door Knockers - Part II - Old, Unusual, Anitque Door Knockers - Video
Immediately after publishing the first video of "Door knockers in Charleston", I realized that I was'nt finished with the subject.  More door knockers were spotted on my very next trip downtown Charleston.  These door knockers are even more unusual than the door knockers in the first post.  These door knockers were located in the very, very old part of Charleston which dates back to the 1700's.
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Charleston Real Estate Market Update - Year end Comparison 2010 - 01/25/11 05:53 PM
Charleston Real Estate Market Update - Year End Comparison 2010

 
 
All data from the Charleston-Trident Association of REALTORS.  Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
 
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Oh When the Saints Go Marching Home - The Citadel Parade, Charleston, SC - 01/23/11 01:26 PM
Oh When the Saints Go Marching Home - the Citadel Parade, Charleston, SC
Oh When the Saints Go Marching Home was the number played by The Citadel Regimental Marching Band as they exited the field at Friday's Awards Parade.
Video of  National Anthem - Star Spangled Banner from The Citadel Awards Parade.
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National Anthem from the Citadel, Charleston, SC - Star Spangled Banner - 01/23/11 12:17 PM
National Anthem from the Citadel, Charleston, SC - Star Spangled Banner
It's alway good to hear our national anthem, no matter what time of year...no special occasion required at the Citadel in Charleston, SC.  The Citadel parades are held on Fridays during the school year and are open to the public.  This is a must see while in Charleston.  This was my first time there, so the video is a little rough in spots.  Stay tuned for upgraded video taken with upgraded camera.  More to come from The Citadel.

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Real Estate Market Report - Charleston, SC - 2010 year in review - video - 01/22/11 08:57 AM
Real Estate Market Report - Charleston, SC - 2010 year in review - video
2010 as been described as a year of transistion, while many market across the country hit bottom.  For the Charleston metro area, sales volume were up, as well as prices were up.  We are hopeful for continued improvement in 2010.  However, the impact of foreclosures in the local area is still unknown. 
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Recycle containers in Charleston, SC - Coming soon ? - 01/19/11 03:40 PM
Recycle containers in Charleston, SC - coming soon ?
The truck was spotted.....calls were placed....and here's the scoop:

 Yes, some lucky residents are getting new recycle containers.  The recycle containers are BIG, have WHEELS,  and even come with attached lids to cover the recycle items !!  The new recycle bins are large enough to accomodate recycle items collected throughout the two week recycle pick-up period.  Residents will agree that having wheels on the recycle container will be a luxury, making the recycle trash containers much easier to manage.
Selected neighborhoods will participate in a six month trial period for the new recycle containers.  Those West Ashley neigbhorhoods are Northbridge Terrace and Charlestowne Estates I, … (0 comments)

A mural in Charleston, SC - The Holy City - 01/19/11 03:21 PM
A mural in Charleston, SC - The Holy City 
How fitting to find a mural in Charleston that is representative of Charleston's best qualities.  Charleston is known as The Holy City, and also known for hosting the world renown Spoleto Art Festival.  This mural represents both:  The Holy City  and ART !
A mural in Charleston - The Lowcountry
A mural in Charleston - Avondale Point
A mural in Charleston - Morris Island Lighthouse
A mural in Charleston - The City Market
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Charleston Door Knockers - The old, unusual, and unique - video - 01/15/11 08:13 PM
Charleston Door Knockers - The old, unusual, and unique - video
Don't ask me why I'm writing a post on door knockers downtown Charleston, afterall, I sell real estate, not door knockers.  As I enter the historic homes of downtown Charleston, I always notice the door knocker.  This video displays some of the most interesting door knockers found in downtown Charleston.  Noticing the doors attached to the knockers and layers of paint on the doors, makes you wonder about the layers of history within the homes.Oh yes, notice a few doors painted in Charleston Green.  These little door knockers help make Charleston what it is today !  
 
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Alessi - Tampa's best Bakery since 1912 - 01/14/11 06:05 PM
Alessi  - Tampa's best bakery since 1912
Of course, that's MY OPINION, that Alessi is Tampa's best bakery since 1912. It is a tradition of a lifetime for my almost-sixty-year old husband !  Alessi is always a stopping point whenever visiting Tampa.  The tradition began for me in the late 1970's.  As departing Tampa, a stop by Alessi's to pick up Cuban sandwiches "for the road" was always a must.  Now, in the times of the internet, I read rave reviews about Alessi's Cuban sandwiches.  The last time I was in Tampa, I capured a few colorful images of Allessi's creations.  These edibles are ART !!
    
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What will $279,900 buy in Charleston, SC ? - 01/14/11 04:34 PM
What will $279,900 buy in Charleston, SC ?
You will be suprised on how much real estate you can get for your money in Charleston these days !  With interest rates at all time low and with lots of inventory on the market, now is a perfect time to purchase real estate in Charleston, SC.
Here we have a classic home located at 2934 Garden Creek Rd in Canterbury Woods.  Canterbury Woods is an established neighborhood, West of the Ashley in Charleston.
2700 SF 4 BR and 2.5 Baths family room w/fireplace 2 Stories gourmet kitchen with Cherry cabinets luxurious baths screened porch fenced and … (0 comments)

Charleston SC Real Estate Market Report 3rd QTR 2010 -video - 01/14/11 09:35 AM
Charleston, SC Real Estate Market Report 3rd QTR 2010 - video
 
While it is normal for any market to go up and come down, the Charleston Real Estate market is no exception.  It's true that the Charleston market has declined since November 2006. Charleston still has an active market.  We have the Air Force, the Coast Guard, the Medical University of SC, Boeing, historical properties and well as resort properties that are contributing factors to the Charleston real estate market.
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Auburn at the Glendale BCS Fiesta Bowl festivities - 01/09/11 03:40 PM
Auburn at the Glendale BCS Fiesta Bowl festivities
The next best thing to being at the Fiesta Bowl, is to have a friend that is at the Fiesta Bowl !  Video and pictures are coming from lifelong friend and Anniston native Rebecca Pugh Hamilton.  She's having a fabulous time, attending all Bud Light Fiesta Bowl events.  Besides winning tickets to the Fiesta Bowl, her posters have been published nationally.  I especially love her orange sunglasses !!   hey, It's great... to be.... an Auburn Tiger !!
Video of The Auburn Greet in Glendale
Video of The Auburn team going to practice
   
Photos and videos by Rebecca Pugh Hamilton.
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Auburn Tigers on way to practice in Glendale - Fiesta Bowl 2011 - video - 01/09/11 01:53 PM
Auburn Tigers on way to practice in Glendale - Fiesta Bowl 2011 - Video
The Auburn spirit is in the air in Scottsdale today.  Becca Pugh Hamilton captures the moment as the Auburn Tigers football team busses passes by.
WAR EAGLE, baby !!
Video and photos by Rebecca Pugh Hamilton
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Auburn Tiger Greet in Glendale - WAR EAGLE - Fiesta Bowl 2011 - 01/09/11 12:54 PM
Auburn Tiger Greet in Glendale - WAR EAGLE - Fiesta Bowl 2011
War Eagle my friends !!  As a second generation Auburn fan (and graduate),  I know how long we have been waiting for this day.  It's an event of historical porportions for Auburn University and it's fans.  My lifelong friend Rebecca Pugh Hamilton lives in Scottsdale and is absorbing every moment of this glorious occasion.  Rebecca is the luckiest Auburn fan I know at this time...she WON two tickets to the game ! and is attending all the Fiesta Bowl events. She took this video of the Auburn Tiger Greet when … (2 comments)

USS Yorktown at Patriots Point in Charleston-Mt Pleasant, SC - 01/08/11 05:22 PM
USS Yorktown at Patriots Point in Charleston-Mt Pleasant, SC

Photos of inside of the USS Yorktown capture the essence of Navy life.  The ship has been re-fitted into a museum, capturing the essence of Navy life on board an aircraft carrier.  The entrance puts you in the 40,000 square foot "hanger bay" where exhibits of airplanes are on display.  The tour twists and winds around through several areas of the ship, including the "make ready" room for pilots, and the 888 foot long aircraft carrier deck, where you can walk and view the various types of aircraft.   
           
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War Eagle, Daddy - Auburn's National Championship Game - 01/08/11 07:01 AM
War Eagle, Daddy - Auburn's National Championship Game
While I don't normally re-blog another persons post, this one touched my heart.  Monday night, the Auburn University Tigers play for the National Championship.  A historical event for Auburn fans across the country.  It's been a long time coming.  The column below helps define how Auburn fans are born into the long running tradition.  I too, just wish my Daddy was here for this occasion.   Heaven will be full of "War Eagles" on Monday night.  As Harvey Jackson says:  Win for Daddy !!     
Harvey H. Jackson: War Eagle Daddy Anniston Star Jan 06, 2011 | 
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FREE in Charleston, SC this weekend - 01/07/11 08:47 PM
Free in Charleston this weekend - The dates have changed from original post.
Always FREE is the Friday afternoon dress parade at The Citadel.  The Cadets march to the tunes of The Citadel Regimental Band as they perform The National Anthem and exits the field playing Oh When the Saints go Marching Home. 
Always FREE is the ability to search for unique door knockers located downtown Charleston.  Watch the video and see how many you can find.
Another thing that always free, is to tour the many old cemetaries in downtown Charleston.
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Assessments, Mills, and Property Tax Bills in Charleston, SC - 01/06/11 04:51 PM
Assessments, Mills, and Property Tax Bills in Charleston, SC
Each year property owners receive a friendly note from our local tax authority saying we owe them money for our vehicles we drive and for real estate we own.  Often times, we are too busy with our daily routines to really question:  How did they come up with this number ?
 There are four factors used in the formula:  Appraised Value
                                                                                    Assessment Ratio
                                                                                    Total assessment
                                                                                    Millage rate
 Appraised value - is the fair market value that a property would be expected to sell on the open market.
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Just Sold in Charleston, SC - 1336 Memory Ln - 01/06/11 09:38 AM
Just Sold in Charleston, SC - 1336 Memory Ln 
Closed on December 31, 2010.  This house is in West Ashley's Memminger Hall neighborhood.  Things are moving in Charleston! 

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What will $62,500 buy in Ladson, SC ? near Charleston and Summerville - 01/05/11 06:08 PM
What will $62,500 buy in Ladson, SC ? near Charleston and Summerville
WOW...look what you can get for $62,500 in Summerville, SC.  It could be your next address, or it could be an income producing investment.
If it was your next address, you would reside in one side of a duplex.  For those looking for investment property, 1914 Cardinal Dr N has excellent rental history.
Both sides of the duplex are available $125,000.   Live in one side, rent the other side.  It could be both your next address AND an income producing investment. 
   
This property features open floor plan with vaulted ceiling in living area, 2 Bedrooms, … (4 comments)

Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum - Charleston, SC - 01/05/11 10:46 AM
Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum - Charleston, SC
Sorry, but I have to say it one more time:  another one of Charleston's hidden jewels.  Charleston is so fortunate to host one (of nine) Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum.  Historic documents housed in a historic building.  How fitting is that ? 
The Karpeles Manuscript Library is the largest collection of privately owned original documents in the USA.  Dr. Karpeles and his wife Marsha founded the institution in 1983.  The documents are rotated among the nine libraries. 
The Charleston location was previously St. James Methodists Church which dates back to 1791.  The church also served as a … (2 comments)

Mural in Charleston, SC - Morris Island Lighthouse - 01/04/11 05:49 PM
Mural in Charleston, SC - Morris Island Lighthouse
You never know what you will see when walking the streets of downtown Charleston, SC.  I was really suprised when I walked upon this mural of the Morris Island Lighthouse.  The artist left no name and no signature. 
The mural is a display of colors, and certainly brightens this spot in the neighborhood.
I'm not the artist here, just the photographer.
I can help you with Charleston Real Estate, too.
 
Things to do in Charleston for FREE
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What will $335,000 buy in Charleston, SC ? - 01/03/11 08:16 PM
What will $335,000 buy in Charleston, SC ?
I'm sure the discriminating buyer could come up with some very creative options !  One of the best options I know of would be to invest in property....especially now when interest rates are at a historical low. 
So in Charleston, SC, $335,000 would buy you 13.89 ACRES of land featuring
a fresh water pond, stocked with fish primary home completed workshop partially completed second home driveway very solid - shell sand high ground well and septic system fenced pastures floating dock and sandy beach area sub-dividable partially wooded The potential uses for … (4 comments)

Inside historic CITY HALL - Charleston, SC via video - 01/02/11 05:59 PM
Inside historic CITY HALL - Charleston, SC via video
City Hall is another one of Charleston's hidden jewels.  The building was built in 1801 as a bank and was purchased by the city in 1818 to be used as a city hall.  Even though City Hall is a functioning city hall, City Hall is much like a museum, containing original historic portraits displayed in the council chamber: George Washington, General Beauregard, John C. Calhoun, James Monroe, Andrew Jackson.  Is located at 80 Broad Street and is open to visitors. 
 
Things to do in Charleston for FREE 
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