hilton head: Werewolves & Stingers heading to Iraq - 08/30/08 10:34 AM
Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 122 and Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 31 deployed to Al Asad Iraq early Friday morning. Squadron 122 is known as the Werewolves and 31 is known as the Stingers. Families gathered with last minute hugs and kisses for the Marines that are leaving for Iraq for the next … (0 comments)
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hilton head: The Marshes at Cooper River on Daufuskie - 08/02/08 01:01 PM
For those of you that love long views of the marsh and the intra-coastal of the Carolina Low Country, I have a hidden gem for you, The Marshes at Cooper River. There are five home sites that just became available. This is new cottage community that will have new homes ranging … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Guess What Happened Over the Weekend with the HGTV Green Home? - 06/09/08 06:44 AM
Well, it FINALLY happened! The HGTV home located in Bluffton, South Carolina was awarded to a single mother who previously had lived in Bluffton. Now how interesting is that! Check out Tradition, Hilton Head for the complete story and photos of the Green Home.
Marsha Coulthard is the lucky winner … (7 comments)
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hilton head: Can We Predict a Bottom? - 04/30/08 04:58 AM
I confess I can't, but perhaps there are others who may have some useful ideas. In recent days I've spoken to several people who've offered some insights. I'll share them below and invite others to chime in.
A friend who has been in the business longer than me recently opined that one … (10 comments)
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hilton head: South Carolina Property Tax Changes Could Stimulate Market - 04/25/08 07:12 AM
The South Carolina State House passed a bill unanimously on Wednesday of this week that may have a positive impact on real estate sales in Beaufort County and the state as a whole, provided the State Senate follows suit. Current state law requires an immediate increase of the assessed value of … (0 comments)
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hilton head: The "Ups" of a Down Market in Hilton Head and Bluffton - 04/10/08 06:09 AM
This is a "sequel" to my April 7, 2008 blog entry, "A Real Estate Silver Lining," focusing on the real estate market in Bluffton, Hilton Head Island and the Lowcountry of South Carolina.It's easy to become discouraged about the housing market. Pick up any paper and read about record foreclosures, the … (2 comments)
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hilton head: A Real Estate Silver Lining - 04/07/08 06:15 AM
Originally published by Rick Hoel in Bluffton Today in August, 2007.
Although 2005 spawned one of the "hottest" real estate markets in Beaufort County history, today prices have declined significantly and there is real debate about when to expect a turn-around. There are now over 6200 listings in the Hilton Head Area … (10 comments)
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hilton head: POLO STARTS AGAIN IN THE BLUFFTON-HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC AREA - 04/02/08 05:38 PM
Gosh, it's that time again! POLO IN ROSE HILL PLANTATION (located on the beautiful Equestrian Side of this lovely plantation and just across from the golf side) is off and running again! Yes, Sunday March 30th was the "kick off" and we were there! We were the guest of Range Rover and … (2 comments)
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hilton head: The Sound of Freedom - 03/20/08 12:09 AM
We just came back from Charleston, SC through Beaufort, SC heading home to Hilton Head.... All at once this huge jet came right over us and headed in to land at the Marine Corp Air Station.... They have this saying on the gate and I firmly agree: "THE NOISE YOU HEAR IS THE SOUND … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Carolina on My Mind - 03/19/08 09:07 AM
Are you Going to Carolina in Your Mind?
James Taylor dreams about "Carolina On My Mind", but you can make it more than a dream! Have you ever visited Hilton Head Island, SC, on the East Coast and enjoyed the "laid-back" lifestyle that we have in the "Lowcountry"? If not, then you have certainly missed … (4 comments)
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hilton head: YIKES, IT'S RAINING SQUIRRELS ON HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC - 03/16/08 04:53 PM
Certainly, you know that Hilton Head is known for it's beautiful homes, tranquil beaches and golf courses everywhere. But did you know we apparently now have a little SQUIRREL PROBLEM? Yes, that is true! According to a recent article in our local newspaper, The Island Packet, we have a burgeoning problem. … (2 comments)
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hilton head: HGTV and TRADITION, HILTON HEAD BUILD THE AREA'S FIRST GREEN HOME! - 03/06/08 06:14 PM
WHAT EXCITING NEWS! HGTV, the well-known cable tv network has teamed up with TRADITION, HILTON HEAD, to build the area's first green home in one of the newest communities in our area. The GREEN HOME GIVEAWAY 2008 contest will take place between March 21 through May 9, 2008 and one lucky winner … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Hilton Head St. Patrick's Day Parade will be March 16th. - 03/04/08 10:16 PM
Almost everyone know that Savannah hosts one of the largest St. Patrick's Day Parades in the entire nation. But if you're visiting the Hilton Head area, why not enjoy the ambience of our local parade that will take place this year on March 16th?
Just head on over to Pope Avenue … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Introducing Carole Mullins. . . - 03/02/08 02:03 PM
Hi, my name is Carole Mullins and I live in the Washington,D.C, area, where I have sold real estate for 24 years. I am now in the process of moving to Hilton Head, S.C., where I am also a licensed realtor. I am new at this "blogging stuff" and hope to learn from those … (30 comments)
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hilton head: which is more beneficial to customer and realtor? office or internet presence? - 02/11/08 03:27 PM
I would have to say that both are important and during these slower times, I am working on optimizing my contacts/database and figure out presence. Since our business is connecting buyers and sellers of real estate, we need local presence to get the listing and internet presence for bringing the buyers. … (1 comments)
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hilton head: Hilton Head International Piano 2008 Competition to be held March 3-10 - 02/10/08 09:42 PM
Since 2002, the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra has hosted the International Piano Competition, bringing contestants from 18-30 competing for over $33,000 in prizes and concerts. This annual competition is sponsored by Steinway and Sons and offers a magnificient opportunity for you to hear some of the world's finest talent. … (0 comments)
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hilton head: The Greater Bluffton-Hilton Head Active Listings & Pending Sales - 01/11/08 12:20 PM
Buy NOW!
"Waiting", trying to time the market is difficult to do. Investors find our area to be ideal--favorable taxes, and abundance of second home and vacation rental opportunities, and now a very good opportunity for residential rentals.
Sellers are open to lease-options, owner financing and we do have our share of REO's--bank … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Hilton Head Off Plantation Real Estate - 12/17/07 11:25 AM
A 'plantation' community defines a neighborhood behind security gates. While many HHI residents and guests choose to live inside gated restrictions, other islanders find an affordable, just-as-fulfilling lifestyle outside of them. Golfing greens, tennis courts, family-fun recreation, shopping centers, and dozens of restaurants lie within easy reach of any Hilton Head … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Windmill Harbour Real Estate - Hilton Head, SC - 12/17/07 11:20 AM
The first plantation community you pass once on Hilton Head Island, Windmill Harbour's location is close to schools both off- and on-island as well as shopping, dining, and entertainment. These 170 acres border the Intracoastal Wateway and the Calibogue Sound, lying across from the Outdoor Resorts Yacht Club. Windmill Harbour is … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Long Cove Real Estate - Hilton Head, SC - 12/17/07 11:17 AM
In 1982, the same year as Wexford Plantation, Long Cove Club was developed as one of Hilton Head Island's most elite communities. A smaller neighborhood of only 600 acres, Long Cove has a prime location on Broad Creek across from the Broad Creek Marina. Exclusively a residential, security-enhanced private community, compared … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Shipyard Real Estate - Hilton Head, SC - 12/17/07 11:13 AM
This 800-acre community at the south end of Hilton Head Island combines residential living with resort vacationing. Though over half of Shipyard Plantation is multi-family housing, it is an ideal location for rental property as well. A small portion of shoreline touches the Atlantic, which is where the Crowne Plaza Oceanfront … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Indigo Run Real Estate - Hilton Head, SC - 12/17/07 11:09 AM
Right across Highway 278 from Hilton Head Plantation, Indigo Run's approximately 1,780 acres lie only two miles from the beaches. Possibly the final plantation community to be added on Hilton Head Island, it has been in development since the mid-90s. Indigo Run is a private golf and residential neighborhood bordering Broad … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Palmetto Hall Real Estate - Hilton Head, SC - 12/17/07 11:05 AM
Not to be confused with Palmetto Dunes, Palmetto Hall is a strictly residential community. One of the few plantations to allow its 550 members to own private carts for transportation, this area is the second plantation on the left just off the William Hilton Parkway. As one of Hilton Head's youngest … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Hilton Head Plantation Real Estate - 12/17/07 10:49 AM
England established settlements in 1717 on what is now Hilton Head Island, and in the same year John Barnwell acquired approximately 500 acres on the north end of the island. That acreage, later owned by Sea Pines Plantation, became Hilton Head Plantation in 1971 and eventually expanded into one of the … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Port Royal Real Estate - Hilton Head, SC - 12/17/07 10:45 AM
In 1861, Hilton Head Island was temporarily named Port Royal, South Carolina. The Port Royal Plantation community is the second plantation neighborhood developed on Hilton Head Island, after Sea Pines. Port Royal is the site of a few still-standing Civil War forts as well as the 1663 landing of Captain William … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Spanish Wells Real Estate - Hilton Head, SC - 12/17/07 10:40 AM
Located on the north end of Hilton Head Island. Spanish Wells is one of the smaller communities on Hilton Head. With over 200 homes spread across nearly 400 acres, there is plenty of space for privacy and sophisticated architecture. Spanish Wells Plantation is not along the beaches as are other local plantations, though … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Wexford Real Estate - Hilton Head, SC - 12/17/07 10:35 AM
Wexford Plantation opened in 1982, the same year as Long Cove Club. Possibly the most exclusive site on the island, these 525 acres of golf and residences are located on the south end of Hilton Head. Marathon Oil built Wexford using the Governor's Mansion in Williamsburg, The Congressional Club in Washington, … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Hilton Head Off Plantation - Some areas you may not know - 12/08/07 08:11 AM
A 'plantation' community defines a neighborhood behind security gates. While many HHI residents and guests choose to live inside gated restrictions, other islanders find an affordable, just-as-fulfilling lifestyle outside of them. Golfing greens, tennis courts, family-fun recreation, shopping centers, and dozens of restaurants lie within easy reach of any Hilton Head … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Palmetto Dunes Resort - Hilton Head Island's Ideal Family Location - 12/08/07 08:00 AM
Combine a world-class vacation resort with private residences, and Hilton Head Island's Palmetto Dunes emerges. Developed in 1967, this plantation borders the Atlantic Ocean and is located directly across from Shelter Cove Harbour. Palmetto Dunes contains two privately gated neighborhoods, the Leamington community and the Mariner's section, as well as luxury resorts … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Sea Pines Real Estate - Hilton Head Island SC - 12/07/07 07:29 PM
In 1956, just five short years after the introduction of electricity onto Hilton Head Island, Charles Fraser purchased land on the southwestern tip in order to develop the community now known as Sea Pines Resort. The first of Hilton Head's plantation communities, Sea Pines covers over 5,000 acres of thriving natural … (0 comments)
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hilton head: New Hilton Head Blog - 06/28/07 03:24 PM
Welcome to the Lancaster Resort Sales real estate blog. Please bookmark our website (HiltonHeadHomes.com) and stop by any time to check for news on real estate, current events, insurance, town council, schools, changes in the market and weather related stories.The owner's and agents here at Lancaster Resort Sales strive to stay on … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Saul Klein visits Hilton Head - 06/19/07 03:50 PM
Today, Realtors on Hilton Head Island had the pleasure of listening to Saul Klein speak about the value of getting the e-Pro designation. Saul is President of Internet Crusade and has been heading up this workshop for the National Association of Realtors since 2001.
e-Pro is the only technology certification program … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Record Sales on Hilton Head! - 06/15/07 11:14 AM
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hilton head: Volunteer's Quarterback Coach visits Hilton Head - 06/14/07 03:43 PM
David Cutcliffe, quarterbacks coach for the Tennessee Volunteers recently spoke at the Crowne Plaza Resort on Hilton Head Island. About 625 people packed a ballroom Wednesday for the Week of Champions sports banquet.The Week of Champions is a Christian-based non-profit organization that provides free sports clinics to children in the Lowcountry … (0 comments)
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hilton head: What Makes a House a Home - Pooler, Georgia - 05/22/07 01:23 PM
Since growing up and becoming a military spouse, my definition of a home has changed. A house is just the walls surrounding and the roof over it. A house is built with material. A home is so much more. A home is built by people and connections. It's the place where … (16 comments)
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hilton head: Tennis and Real Estate in the Hilton Head Area - 05/14/07 04:55 AM
Would you like to find out more about tennis and real estate in the Hilton Head area?It's easy to do, and I'd like to be your Hilton Head connection!Just, Visit my Web Site at www.tennisandrealestateguy.comEmail with any questions (24 hour turnaround)Ask to receive my monthly snail mail newsletterOr ask me to send it to … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Earnest Money Deposits---What's the tradition in your geographical area? - 05/12/07 12:39 PM
It's been a busy week here in the Hilton Head Real Estate market (thankfully, for me). My buyer finally got the house he wanted and will now enjoy the rest of his vacation enjoying the best of the island.
Something happened during the negotiation that I'm going to ask … (8 comments)
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hilton head: Neste Realty Group Continues to Shine In May - 05/03/07 02:54 PM
After closing over $1,200,000 in the month of April, Neste Realty Group has already closed on a home in Hilton Head Plantation and went under contract on a 3 bedroom home in Woodbridge. All signs show a strong turnaround in the market and we are looking for a possitive summer season. … (1 comments)
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hilton head: Arts Center of Coastal Carolina--May 2007 Events at the Center - 05/01/07 07:01 AM
Come one, come all to enjoy the upcoming events for May at the Coastal Arts Center of Hilton Head Island. Featured will be 3 incredible offerings:
1. April 25-May 27, 2007--The much beloved Fiddler on the Roof, winner of 9 Tony Awards, will debut.
2. Family Fiesta Latina will take … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Bluffton, SC, Pathway to Hilton Head Island, A Short History - 04/29/07 03:01 PM
For anyone interested in taking a look back at one of South Carolina's most historical little towns, Bluffton is an interesting community. It offers a look at old South Carolina including a view of antebellum homes and many unique artsy and innovatinve shops. Located just across the bridge from … (1 comments)
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hilton head: Hilton Head Island Home Buyers - I want to be your Hilton Head Connection!, - 04/26/07 01:31 PM
Larry Stoller - Your Personal Buyer Broker in Hilton Head
With so many agents to choose from, why choose me? Because I believe that I am the buyer broker who will work best for you!
That means:
being there when you need me representing you and your interests only being your Hilton Head Island resource expert assuring … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Love the allure of Thrifting? List of Thrift Shops in the Hilton Head Area - 03/29/07 09:41 PM
Hilton Head and Bluffton has fast become a mecca for thrifters traveling here from far and away. Below is a list of thrift shops in the area that offer a wide and interesting array of merchandise. Happy Thrifting!
THE BARGAIN BOX, HILTON HEAD'S OLDEST THRIFT SHOP 546 WM HILTON … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Hilton Head Island Wine Celebration and Auction to be held March 23, 2007 - 03/17/07 07:41 AM
One of the most interesting and exciting fund raisers of the year will soon take place on world class Hilton Head Island. Chefs from all over the country as well as wine makers will converge on the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina's Wine Auction and Celebration next weekend.
Taking place during the … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Property Owners want money back on water-logged lots - 03/16/07 07:02 AM
Just this morning, I read an interesting article in a publication that honestly has me scratching my head. It appears that several buyers purchased home sites in a local community. At the time they purchased their homes, the land was filled with natural vegetations, trees and had a lovely lagoon view.
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hilton head: Shelter Cove, Hilton Head Island Harbourside Villa - 03/15/07 05:45 PM
Offered is a fabulous villa listing located in Shelter Cove, Hilton Head Island. This is a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath configuration featuring a spacious master bedroom with 2 steps to a whirlpool bath. All appliances are 1 year new. Owners have also installed new tile in kitchen and foyer plus recently … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Fantastic 4 Bedroom Contemporary located on Hilton Head Island, SC - 03/06/07 07:00 AM
Owner has lavished care on this lovely home and it shows throughout. Appointed with the finest upgrades, nothing needs to be done to move right in. Stunning designer gourmet kitchen features mosaic stone backsplash, high quality kitchen cabinets and top of the line stainless steel appliances. Peaceful neutral colors have been … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Almost Brand New Spacious 4 BR in Pinecrest Subdivision, Bluffton, SC - 03/04/07 09:56 PM
Featured is a lovely 4 Bedroom Maryland model in the conveniently located Pinecrest Subdivision on Buckwalter Parkway. This home is loaded with over $50,000 of upgrades and is situated on a most picturesque, private and quiet golf course oriented site. Screened porch plus huge fenced backyard offers the finest in leisurely … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Mariner's Point--Stunning 2 BR Villa directly overlooking Skull Creek- Hilton Head - 03/04/07 09:47 PM
This is the best-priced villa on the market in prestigious Mariner's Point, Hilton Head Plantation. Situated right across the street from the Country Club of Hilton Head and located on Skull Creek, you'll have exquisite views from the front porch of this property. Featuring 2 Bedrooms and 2 Baths, the unit … (1 comments)
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hilton head: Magnificient Lowcountry Beauty, Indigo Run Plantation, Hilton Head Island, SC - 03/04/07 07:23 PM
This Lowcountry Beauty has over 4,000 square feet with 3 bedrooms on the first floor; bonus room and guest suite on the second floor and 5 1/2 baths. The great room is graced with arches, built-ins and wet bar. The huge chef's kitchen has granite and superb, cherry cabinets. Marvelous lagoon … (0 comments)
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hilton head: Spectacular Deepwater Views of Skull Creek, Hilton Head, South Carolina - 03/04/07 04:08 PM
A most spectacular deep water/marsh front full-sized home site in one of Hilton Head Plantation's most prestigious neighborhoods, Seabrook Landing. Few sites like this still exist on the island and this one is a beauty! Sweeping views of Port Royal Sound make this a rare offering. This special community offers … (0 comments)
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hilton head: A VERY SPECIAL HOME LOCATED IN VICTORIA SQUARE, HILTON HEAD, SC - 03/04/07 12:18 PM
Absolutely gorgeous Berkeley model located in the gated Charleston themed community of Victoria Square, close to all ameneties at the north end of Hilton Head Island. Owners have lavished care on this beautiful home. It is in pristine condition and loaded with tons of upgrades that will enable you to … (1 comments)
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hilton head: Baby Boomers - Come On Down! - 01/27/07 10:01 AM
Market Facts did a survey about baby boomers and what they would like to do when they retire. Nearly 40% said they plan to retire to rural areas and to a warmer climate. Many reasons were given: lower cost of living, availability of healthcare, abundance of leisure activities such as hunting, … (0 comments)
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