charleston: Referrals - 05/07/08 01:31 PM
I personally have made several LONG DISTANCE moves. I come from a military family and we have moved ALOT. Japan, Virginina, North Carolina, California, Kansas, SouthCarolina ! WOW !
I understand what a RELOCATION move is all about and what is involved. Let me be your source for Re-Location assistance. I can … (0 comments)
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charleston: Lost Your iPod? This Software Can Help You Find It - 05/07/08 12:46 PM
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charleston: Prudential Carolina changes name to Carolina One Real Estate - 05/06/08 08:16 AM
Today, real estate in Charleston is changing! The blue and white signs you were familiar with around Charleston are coming down and the name is changing from Prudential Carolina Real Estate to Carolina One Real Estate, and affiliating with Leading Real Estate Companies of the World. The flexibility of a strong local brand tied to a global … (0 comments)
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charleston: Name change in Charleston SC - 05/06/08 08:04 AM
Our company decided after many years of being a Prudential franchisee that they would become independent again and re-name the company. Our new name is Carolina One Real Estate, still the largest residential real estate firm in the region and more sales than our next 8 competitors combined. It has created … (3 comments)
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charleston: Charleston Harbor Fest 2008 - 05/03/08 09:05 PM
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charleston: How Often Do You Find It Difficult To Leave The Home You've Just Staged? - 05/02/08 01:03 AM
OK I admit it...every once in a while I linger longer, take more pictures anything to stay in a home I've just staged. I sometimes fall in love...don't tell my husband! Sometimes, what I thought was going to be another complicated floorplan in which I had to tell a story becomes … (24 comments)
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charleston: New Homes avaliable from David Weekley Homes - Update - 04/30/08 06:46 PM
The following are the new homes available from David Weekly Homes as from 4/29/2008
Should you need any further information please contact me.
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charleston: Your Colonial Structures Cedar Log Homes dealers for Charleston County - 04/22/08 02:48 PM
Your Colonial Structures Cedar Log Homes dealers for Charleston County.
Jon & Linda Miller1107 Otter CircleBeaufort, SC 29902843-812-4888843-812-5888jonjmiller@charter.nethttp://www.colonialstructures.com/
Most energy efficient of all wood available • Lifetime warranty against termites and decay
Price for all budgets • Many plans available, or we'll use your plan
Guaranteed delivery of Log kit package in 30 days
We are … (0 comments)
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charleston: New Homes avaliable from David Weekley Homes - Update - 04/22/08 10:22 AM
The following are the new homes available from David Weekly Homes as from 4/22/2008
Should you need any further information please contact me.
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charleston: Recycling Information for Charleston, South Carolina - 04/20/08 09:23 PM
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charleston: Charleston Naval Weapons Station - 04/17/08 08:38 AM
The Naval Weapons Station (NWS) is located on the bank of the Cooper River, approximately 25 miles north of Charleston, South Carolina. The station covers over 16,344 acres. Currently, the Naval Weapons Station supports the Maritime Prepositioning Force (MPF) Program, supports nine Navy Reserve Units and over 30 tenant activities including: … (3 comments)
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charleston: Amazing Investment Opportunity - Mount Pleasant, South Carolina - 04/15/08 07:30 AM
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charleston: New Homes avaliable from David Weekley Homes - Update - 04/15/08 07:12 AM
The following are the new homes available from David Weekly Homes as from 4/10/2008
Should you need any further information please contact me.
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charleston: New Homes avaliable from David Weekley Homes - Update - 04/15/08 07:11 AM
The following are the new homes available from David Weekly Homes as from 4/10/2008
Should you need any further information please contact me.
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charleston: 11th Annual Lowcountry Strawberry Festival - 04/14/08 12:19 PM
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charleston: 21st Annual Blessing of the Fleet and Seafood Festival - 04/14/08 11:59 AM
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charleston: $2,590,000.00 Home Staged and Under Contract Within 3 Weeks....Staging Statistics to Write About! - 04/12/08 10:53 AM
My partner and I staged a beautiful new construction home in a high end neighborhood in our area, Olde Park, that had been sitting on the market with no offers. In the slide show below you can see that the home has a very large, open room when you walk in … (9 comments)
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charleston: 2008 Hurricane Forecast - 04/10/08 12:28 PM
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charleston: East Coast Canoe and Kayak Festival 2008 - 04/08/08 03:15 PM
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charleston: Music Under The Oaks - 04/08/08 12:36 PM
The Department of Music in the College of Charleston's School of the Arts will present Music Under the Oaks, a spring concert featuring the College of Charleston Orchestra conducted by Lorenzo Muti and a chamber ensemble coached by Enrique Graf, Natalia Khoma, and Lee-Chin Siow. The event will take place on … (0 comments)
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charleston: New Homes avaliable from David Weekley Homes - Update - 04/08/08 08:53 AM
The following are the new homes available from David Weekly Homes as from 4/8/2008
Should you need any further information please contact me.
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charleston: New Homes avaliable from David Weekley Homes - Update - 04/08/08 08:52 AM
The following are the new homes available from David Weekly Homes as from 4/8/2008
Should you need any further information please contact me.
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charleston: SECOND HOMES ARE STILL IN THE UPSWING - 04/06/08 03:13 PM
According to the National Association of Realtors, 12 percent of all existing home sales last year were not primary residences but vacation homes. Inspite of the gloomy housing forecast, second homes sales are still up. While large numbers of houses are going into foreclosure, another group is not just affording payment … (2 comments)
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charleston: SECOND HOMES ARE STILL IN THE UPSWING - 04/06/08 03:12 PM
According to the National Association of Realtors, 12 percent of all existing home sales last year were not primary residences but vacation homes. Inspite of the gloomy housing forecast, second homes sales are still up. While large numbers of houses are going into foreclosure, another group is not just affording payment … (0 comments)
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charleston: SECOND HOMES ARE STILL IN THE UPSWING - 04/06/08 03:11 PM
According to the National Association of Realtors, 12 percent of all existing home sales last year were not primary residences but vacation homes. Inspite of the gloomy housing forecast, second homes sales are still up. While large numbers of houses are going into foreclosure, another group is not just affording payment … (4 comments)
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charleston: SECOND HOMES ARE STILL IN THE UPSWING - 04/06/08 03:10 PM
According to the National Association of Realtors, 12 percent of all existing home sales last year were not primary residences but vacation homes. Inspite of the gloomy housing forecast, second homes sales are still up. While large numbers of houses are going into foreclosure, another group is not just affording payment … (0 comments)
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charleston: SECOND HOMES ARE STILL IN THE UPSWING - 04/06/08 03:07 PM
According to the National Association of Realtors, 12 percent of all existing home sales last year were not primary residences but vacation homes. Inspite of the gloomy housing forecast, second homes sales are still up. While large numbers of houses are going into foreclosure, another group is not just affording payment … (2 comments)
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charleston: The Green Community of St Johns Yacht Harbor - 04/05/08 10:11 PM
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charleston: Just Staged Beautiful Home for Sale on Sullivan's Island......I wish I could buy it!!! - 04/04/08 04:16 PM
My partner and I recently staged this amazing home on Sullivan's Island and both of us fell in love with it! The floorplan is very open and inviting and the detailing is perfect. This house boasts ship lap siding, brazillian cherry floors, a fully equiped gourmet kitchen with a second butlers' … (16 comments)
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charleston: Another Great ChuckTown Homes Listing- Immaculate West Ashley Treasure - 04/04/08 03:54 PM
Don't miss out on this "Must See" Charleston Single style home in West Ashley's Desirable Hunt Club. This immaculate home consists of 2800 square feet of living space and features: Hardwood Floors on main floor; Large master suite with tray ceiling, huge walk-in closet, bath with dual European height vanities, garden … (1 comments)
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charleston: Air Expo at the Charleston Air Force Base - 04/04/08 01:31 PM
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charleston: New Homes avaliable from David Weekley Homes - Update - 04/04/08 06:55 AM
The following are the new homes available from David Weekly Homes as from 4/3/2008
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charleston: New Homes avaliable from David Weekley Homes - Update - 04/04/08 06:52 AM
The following are the new homes available from David Weekly Homes as from 4/3/2008
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charleston: 2008 Summer Camps in the Lowcountry - 04/03/08 09:55 PM
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charleston: New Listing - 104 Island Park Drive, Daniel Island, SC - 04/01/08 08:57 PM
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charleston: 17th Annual Lowcountry Cajun Festival - 04/01/08 03:00 PM
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charleston: Garden Must-Dos for May - 04/01/08 02:36 PM
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charleston: Trademark Properties...did I miss the notice that they were hiring? - 03/23/08 10:06 PM
Anybody watch the real estate shows on televisiion? I admit, I do.
I really enjoy the show that features Trademark Properties of the Charleston, SC area. I have made mention of that show to my wife on many occasions and have made the remark that if we travel to Charleston that … (10 comments)
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charleston: Kiawah Island Pet Expo 2008 - 03/22/08 01:26 PM
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charleston: Great Way to Clean a Dirty Toilet - 03/21/08 11:54 AM
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charleston: It's Thursday And I Haven't Booked My Cruise Yet... - 03/20/08 10:21 PM
For the past several years me and my daughter have gone on a cruise during spring break. This will be the first year that we're not going.
She is turning 15 soon and wants to go to the beach here at home and be with her friends. I can't say … (12 comments)
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charleston: Big Brother Casting Call in Charleston, SC - 03/19/08 11:40 AM
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charleston: Charleston is a Great American City - 03/19/08 11:06 AM
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charleston: Skunk Laws - 03/17/08 11:42 AM
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charleston: Fluorescent Bulbs Are Worth The Initial Cost - 03/15/08 08:45 PM
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charleston: 2008 Rabies Clinic in Charleston County - 03/13/08 10:35 PM
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charleston: Charleston, South Carolina is NOT in a Recession - 03/13/08 09:28 PM
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charleston: As stagers we should insure our hands, they are our most precious tools - 03/13/08 07:39 PM
As Real Estate Stagers we should insure our hands... There I was, coming off my high of giving back to back workshops to C-21 Realtors on the benefits of staging...day two, my booth was all set to now speak personnally to the "cream of the crop" as this was the end … (8 comments)
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charleston: 2007 Remodeling Cost vs Value - 03/12/08 02:35 PM
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charleston: Easter Celebration at Freshfields Village -- March 22, 2008 - 03/11/08 01:45 PM
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charleston: Have You Freecycled Lately? - 03/11/08 12:57 PM
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charleston: The Carolina Jasmine - March 2008 - 03/10/08 04:18 PM
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charleston: Prices and Interest Rates - How to Balance the Two!! - 03/10/08 04:13 PM
Bank of America is Keller Williams' new preferred lender!! At one of our team meetings a few weeks ago, we had an interesting conversation about how buyers want to wait until the market hits "bottom" before they buy. The problem is that interest rates are still very favorable, but will probably be rising! As … (2 comments)
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charleston: NEW LISTING - Concord West of the Ashley (West Ashley) - 03/10/08 04:00 PM
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charleston: NEW LISTING - Mira Vista (James Island) - 03/10/08 03:58 PM
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charleston: NEW LISTING - Point James (James Island) - 03/10/08 03:55 PM
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charleston: The Carolina Jasmine - February 2008 - 03/10/08 03:52 PM
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charleston: Looking To Borrow A Designer Bag? - 03/09/08 08:50 PM
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charleston: Charleston County Flood Zones - 03/08/08 01:21 PM
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charleston: Celebrate the New Shelter For the Charleston Animal Society - 03/07/08 08:16 PM
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charleston: Remember To Spring Those Clocks Forward - 03/07/08 07:25 PM
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charleston: Realtors...I already knew stagers were underappreciated in many of your eyes but I didn't expect this!.. - 03/07/08 06:40 PM
EVERY Tuesday I am scheduled to present the benefits of Real Estate Staging at sales meetings for any company that will allow me to be there. Most Brokers In charge are accomodating in allowing me 15 minutes or more. I absolutely love showing my very "generic" PowerPoint presentation that highlights the value of staging and … (63 comments)
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charleston: Charleston is Buying a Mansion - 03/05/08 12:41 PM
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charleston: Garden Must-Dos for March & April - 03/04/08 08:55 PM
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charleston: SC Home Sales Were Great In 2007 - 03/04/08 03:44 PM
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charleston: Some Children Don't Hear Smoke Detectors - 03/01/08 11:59 AM
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charleston: Grand Opening Festival for Camp Carolina Exhibit - 02/28/08 09:10 PM
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charleston: Realtor Tech Show... - 02/20/08 10:10 AM
Our local association put on a TECH FAIR for the Realtors in our area yesterday. WOW, so much fun ! and TONS of information ! I truely had a wonderful time. The BEST part was that it was absolutely FREE ! Lots of companies were there to give away information and … (4 comments)
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charleston: Trade Show Etiquette...some tips - 02/19/08 09:10 PM
Today I was packing up my exhibit, I thought about all I saw wrong at todays show! You see, in a former life I sold portable and modular exhibits. I worked for one the leaders in the industry, The Joan Carol Design and Exhibit Group. Every year we would scour the pages … (46 comments)
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charleston: Tradeshows are a HUGE success! - 02/19/08 06:38 PM
Recently I wrote a blog about trade shows and if anyone has had success from participating in them. The link to the blog is as follows: What is the success rate of tradeshows? Will it help grow your business? My partner and I just finished our second trade show and I … (23 comments)
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charleston: Another Great ChuckTown Homes Listing- Hunt Club - 02/17/08 06:37 PM
Don't miss out on this "Must See" Charleston Single style home in West Ashley's Desirable Hunt Club. This immaculate home consists of 2800 square feet of living space and features: Hardwood Floors on main floor; Large master suite with tray ceiling, huge walk-in closet, bath with dual European height vanities, garden … (1 comments)
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charleston: Be wary of these folks... - 02/14/08 03:24 PM
I want to tell you about a very frustrating, disappointing, and anger-inducing experience I have had with a local company offering security systems installation and service. This company came to me, asked me for my business, and proceeded to promise me the most secure service in the world if I would sign … (1 comments)
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charleston: Oh No! I disagree with Oprahs's cutie, Nate Berkus...will she hammer her rath? - 02/08/08 06:22 PM
Oh my gosh, just got my latest National Association of Realtors magazine that just as cute as he can be, Nate gave the Last Word...when posed this statement:
"You encourage sellers to display family photos. Many salespeople urge them to remove person touches." Oh my gosh...know what he said? "I disagree. I … (19 comments)
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charleston: Why I work with a team... - 02/07/08 11:55 PM
As many of you know, First Impressions is a company based on a team, not individuals. And I am thankful for this everyday! I think that every stager should have a "team" of some sort. And that is exactly what AR provides. So, even if you work independently, and own individual companies, … (11 comments)
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charleston: Has this ever happened to you? - 02/07/08 11:30 PM
I get a call today around 4pm from Mr. Homeowner, who I thought lived in Virginia. He says, "Hey Bevin! Its me, Mr. Homeowner, I just walked into my house and all your furniture is still here!"
I say, "Yes, the staging is still there. Is there a problem?"
Mr. Homeowner, "Yeah, I'm … (10 comments)
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charleston: Bedroom Follow-up...what do you think? - 02/04/08 05:13 PM
Okay, so here is the final bedroom product...unless yall think it is terribly wrong and needs to be changed...lol I swear I wasn't playing favorites either! I tried a couple of things and suggestions, but this way (Melissa's) worked the best. Funny how that happens from her... Proud Sponsor of the 2008 REALTOR … (13 comments)
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charleston: Ask The Experts: Finding a Realtor in Charleston, NC - 02/03/08 11:00 PM
Looking for a real estate agent in a location other than your home town, can be a challenge. The best place to start your search is with a local, Atlantic County Realtor, one you have personally worked with or one highly recommended by friends, family, or co-workers. Local Realtors have several … (0 comments)
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charleston: I need to warm up the bedroom... - 01/31/08 10:36 PM
No, not mine! :)-
I am working on a huge home - over 5000 sq ft - that is very masculine. Lots of dark wood and brick - sometimes painted, sometimes not. It is a great home, but needed a lot of softening. Also, all the rooms are enormous!
This is the … (14 comments)
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charleston: Just the food please - Going Green - 01/28/08 10:38 PM
Next time you hit the grocery store, try banishing those plastic bags by bringing along your own eco-friendly bag. Let’s take a look at the numbers: 100 billion each year in the U.S. with less than 1% recycled with the average 4-person home using over 1500 in a year. How did … (2 comments)
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charleston: Great Option For Unwanted & Excessive Catalogs - 01/26/08 10:42 AM
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charleston: South Carolina Universities are a Great Value - 01/25/08 09:05 PM
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charleston: It was difficult making a "before" room... - 01/20/08 08:00 PM
Renewed Rooms exhibited at the 2008 Low Country Living Home & Garden Show this weekend...January 18-20.
It was the Savannah division of Renewed Rooms first real exposure to the Savannah and surrounding area market to show the value of staging. With a 20' x 40' booth, the task seemed overwhelming even with an ol' exhibit … (26 comments)
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charleston: Making the most of your Real Estate Investment - Staging WORKS! January Newsletter - 01/14/08 03:02 PM
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charleston: 2007 Housing Sales - Fourth highest on record - 01/14/08 10:48 AM
With all the gloom and doom being reported by the media, without much of a balanced view I thought it would be interesting for everyone to see the recent figures coming out from the Charleston Trident Association of Realtors (CTAR). Although tri-county home sales in 2007 fell short of 2006 and … (0 comments)
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charleston: Now I remember why I love this job. I make memories everyday! - 01/11/08 10:02 PM
From October to December....I experienced a theft of all inventory in two staged homes, death in the family, moving into the studio/warehouse, the holidays, and buying MORE (and holding my breath) inventory because we had MORE vacant homes...I have been on auto pilot.
Today I did a redesign with my associate, Julia. We really work well … (15 comments)
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charleston: 25th Annual Lowcountry Oyster Festival -- January 27, 2008 - 01/10/08 01:36 PM
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charleston: So what is a FROG? - 01/09/08 03:38 PM
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charleston: Sold in 23 days - 01/06/08 10:51 AM
I impressed myself by selling a home to very picky buyers who wanted to buy as they were relocating due to job transfer. Once we found the right house that had been on the market for 19 days, at a $40,000 price reduction from a previous listing, we snapped it up … (2 comments)
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charleston: Sometimes You Have To Defend Your Position To Be Published and... Ask - 01/05/08 11:24 AM
Happy New Year To Everyone on The Rain
One of our members had started a great blog on When To Quit. A great discussion started on advertising and marketing. I mentioned in my comments I built an advertising budget into my business plan and yes my background is advertising/marketing and I'm a … (9 comments)
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charleston: Turnkey Charleston Style Home Loaded With Upgrades & Thousands Below Appraisal - 01/01/08 01:27 PM
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charleston: The things you can do with $1 store finds - 12/19/07 09:25 PM
Recently we were selected to decorate tents for a builder that has been holding events on tracks of land.
Anyway long story short in a rush to do a last minute holiday theme...I ventured into the $1 store. The table setting is now in the studio...but except for the wine glasses and … (31 comments)
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charleston: DOES THIS HELP MAKE ME A WELL-ROUNDED AGENT?? - 12/18/07 06:48 PM
So, with hopes of more people having the chance to see this Post. I implore more of my fellow comrades to take the time to read this post and voice your opinions.
I was curious, in this tumultuous market laden with negative press is it a positive move for someone like myself, … (7 comments)
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charleston: Great entry into the Park West Community! - 12/12/07 03:05 PM
While I was “getting to know” my local neighborhoods when starting out as a new Realtor in Charleston, it was driving through the self-sufficient, all-amenities community of Park West that first caught my attention as one of the premier neighborhoods in Mt. Pleasant, SC.
It is one of those family-friendly, … (0 comments)
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charleston: Great entry into the Park West Community! - 12/12/07 03:05 PM
While I was “getting to know” my local neighborhoods when starting out as a new Realtor in Charleston, it was driving through the self-sufficient, all-amenities community of Park West that first caught my attention as one of the premier neighborhoods in Mt. Pleasant, SC.
It is one of those family-friendly, … (0 comments)
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charleston: Home Buyers -- What's In and What's Out for 2008 - 12/06/07 02:19 PM
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charleston: 2007 Reindeer Run in Charleston - Sat, Dec 1st - 11/27/07 09:18 PM
The 17th Annual Reindeer Run is this Saturday, December 1st, 2007 in Downtown Charleston! This is a fun, festive 5k race through the streets of Downtown Charleston and benefits the MUSC Children's Hospital!! Last year, the race raised over $50,000!!
I am a member of the Charitable Society of Charleston, which is the … (0 comments)
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charleston: Which Presidential Candidate Do You Agree With The Most? - 11/24/07 10:30 AM
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charleston: Debordieu oceanfront luxury home community private for sale $825,000 sc pawleys area - 11/24/07 09:58 AM
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charleston: Thankful - 11/22/07 11:24 AM
(© 2003 - 2007 Niles McMaster. All rights reserved)
Gandhi told us “The difference between what we do and what we are capable of doing would suffice to solve most of the world’s problems.”
Don’t get me wrong, it’s wonderful to spend one day being thankful, but it’s another thing … (0 comments)
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charleston: 17th Annual Reindeer Run - 11/17/07 08:49 PM
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