horry: Waterfront Home - 02/19/08 04:02 PM
Introducing a new jewel on the Myrtle Beach Intracoastal Waterway...
The construction of 4BR/4.5BA home has just been completed, and it is now ready for an owner! The Charleston-style design charms with gorgeous hardwood floors, stainless steel gas appliances, two jacuzzis, a security system and so much more...
The home is situated in a … (0 comments)
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horry: A Matter of Integrity... - 02/18/08 04:13 PM
I would like to share a situation that came up a couple weeks ago between my Seller clients, and a contractor they hired for a service...
A few weeks ago, our office planned a huge Parade of Homes in a gated community. With the cooperation of the Homeowner's Association, we were able … (2 comments)
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horry: Heartwarming, yet Heartbreaking... Part 2 - 01/22/08 04:00 PM
I've received many responses to my post last week about my
visit to Ground Zero. Obviously many people are still
grieving for the tremendous losses the country suffered over six years
ago. Meanwhile, the politicians and commentators are bringing
the events of 9/11 into their debates and speeches, mostly
to criticize … (1 comments)
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horry: Whew... Back to Normal! - 01/11/08 11:19 AM
Yesterday afternoon turned into a madhouse in the center of Myrtle Beach, thanks to the Republican Presidential Candidates Debate at the Convention Center. A 10' tall sand sculpture (think Mount Rushmore) of all six candidates, as well as a "Welcome to Myrtle Beach" banner, was erected across the street, welcoming these … (1 comments)
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horry: Alternatives for Financing - 01/10/08 11:23 AM
The more I read these blogs regarding the financing crisis, guideline regulations, and PMI increases, its no wonder the market has stalled like it has. The lenders are making it difficult, if not impossible, for someone to get into a home!Homeownership is the first, and most important, step toward financial freedom. … (0 comments)
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horry: Corporate Retreat - 01/09/08 06:24 PM
Are you, or someone you know, looking for a fantastic place to host a corporate retreat? How would a 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath home on the Intracoastal Waterway in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina sound?This home is so spacious, and has been designed for total enjoyment of the water, the view, and for … (1 comments)
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horry: Democracy in Myrtle Beach - 01/09/08 05:20 PM
Finishing out the first week of 2008 yesterday, I must say that I had hoped for a major change. A huge shift. The shudder of the commerce gear beginning to grind away. Alas, no shudder... just the constant buzz of the polical machine heading towards South Carolina.
Yes, the debate is taking … (0 comments)
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horry: Life on the Waterway... - 11/30/07 11:26 PM
Sure there are homes on the Intracoastal Waterway... but none are like this one!
In addition to the typical attributes you would expect from a custom home, this three level, 5BR/4.5BA home offers a view of the Intracoastal Waterway from nearly every room or window!
Other features include:
Discretely located wood-paneled Elevator accessing all three levelsGranite Wet … (0 comments)
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horry: Media Fabrications - 11/07/07 04:29 PM
On October 27, the South Carolina Association of REALTORS forwarded the following article to all members of the Association:
In an attempt to shock its readers into buying newspapers, editors at The State Newspaper (Columbia, SC) fabricated a sensational headline. Wednesday's readers saw "Home sales plunge" stretched across the front page above the … (0 comments)
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horry: The Truth about Foreclosures - 11/07/07 03:52 PM
With all the negative media coverage of the real estate market recently, I took an unscientific poll today and asked some smart folks their thoughts about real estate foreclosures. Specifically, I wanted to see how well the media's bashing of real estate has convinced folks that the sky is falling. I … (2 comments)
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horry: Opportunity In Little River - 10/27/07 01:14 PM
Eagle Cove located in the heart of Little River is presenting opportunity now more than ever. This community is great for all kinds of buyers, second home,vacation or primary residence. Little river known for being a fishing village and home of the World know blue crab festival would be a great … (2 comments)
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horry: Endless Summer - 10/24/07 11:51 AM
Grab your beach chair and friends for a fun-filled day at the Endless Summer Festival, to be held on Saturday, October 27th on Main Street in North Myrtle Beach. In its 6th year, the festival entertainment line up includes Sammy O'Banion & Mardi Gras as well as Andrew Thielen Big Band … (0 comments)
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horry: The one thing I don't like about Myrtle Beach... - 10/22/07 01:12 PM
The one thing both locals and visitors don't like about Myrtle Beach is how long it takes to drive to anywhere else! The first two hours of your trip away from the beach - or your last two hours getting to the Grand Strand - have always been slow going. Local … (2 comments)
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horry: Top 5 Reasons Why It's Time to Buy in Myrtle Beach! - 10/16/07 11:54 AM
1. Location, location, location. In the past, Myrtle Beach buyers had to choose between price vs. location. Today, there is inventory available in every area, in every price range. You can get exactly what you want, where you want it. 2. Selection, selection, selection. There are just over 5,700 resale homes … (0 comments)
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horry: Market Activity - 10/10/07 04:01 PM
For all the Buyers out there looking for the best opportunities, we'd like to remind you of a few options in the Myrtle Beach area that you should take a few moments to consider...
The Intracoastal Waterway has become an increasingly popular and desirable location for residences in Myrtle Beach. Homes and … (0 comments)
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horry: Myrtle Beach International Food & Wine Festival - 10/10/07 03:37 PM
Coming November 9th & 10th to the Marina Inn at Grande Dunes, the 2nd Annual Internation Food & Wine Festival benefiting the Horry County Early College High School BE2 program.
Friday, September 9th from 6:00pm-9:00pm, will be a wine and spirits tasting, featuring over 30 vendors while entertainment is provided by the … (0 comments)
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horry: Little River gem - 10/10/07 03:26 PM
Little River is a quaint and picturesque town just south of the North Carolina state line. Located on the Intracoastal Waterway, it is bustling with activity both on and off the water! It is also home to the "World Famous Blue Crab Festival"!
Within walking distance of two major marinas in Little … (0 comments)
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horry: End of the season? - 10/02/07 11:11 AM
It is the first week of October, and it is another beautiful day here in Myrtle Beach. Temperatures have been holding in the low- to mid-80's range over the past week, but they say we may get some rain today... and boy, do we need it!
A handful of restaurants have closed for the … (0 comments)
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horry: Myrtle Beach: Hot or Cold? - 10/02/07 10:40 AM
Unless you live under a rock, you've heard all of the bad news recently about the real estate 'bubble' and the mortgage market crisis from our friends in the national media. But, as they say, all real estate is local. Compared to 2005, there's no question that sales are down along … (0 comments)
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horry: Lower Mortgage Rates Ahead! - 09/27/07 02:30 PM
Wall Street got a surprise on September 18. Many expected a quarter-point cut in interest rates, but were treated to an unexpected half-point cut instead. The prime rate -- which influences many consumer and business loans - is expected to follow the Fed's rate cut. If so, the prime rate would … (1 comments)
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horry: Is the Buyer's Market almost over? - 09/27/07 02:27 PM
With the mortgage industry crisis topping the news recently, qualified real estate buyers have finally decided that now is the right time to crawl back out of the woodwork. Reports of competing buyer offers are on the rise again, which makes sense because these buyers are focused on the properties that … (1 comments)
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horry: What happened to customer service? - 09/25/07 05:44 PM
The key to a successful business is to provide outstanding customer service. It's no wonder, then, that various carriers in the airline industry have such a hard time staying in business. On a recent trip across the country, my wife and I flew a major carrier that we hadn't flown with in … (3 comments)
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horry: Across State Lines, Part 2... - 09/25/07 05:22 PM
Quick Recap: After requesting information on a property across the country, I was informed (via e-mail) that an in-person meeting was required to receive the information.After receiving this agent's request for a "sit down" meeting, I replied back to explain that this was impossible at the moment, as I live across … (0 comments)
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horry: Follow up on "Thanks"... - 09/10/07 03:37 PM
I'd like to follow up on the post I made on September 4, 2007...
I have sent numerous "Thanks" cards courtesy of Xerox, and wanted to send my very own "Thanks" to those folks who have gone and shown their support for our service people. No matter our political stance, or our opinion … (0 comments)
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horry: Thanks... - 09/04/07 07:30 PM
After enjoying this past Labor Day weekend, won't you take two minutes out of your day to go to http://www.letssaythanks.com/. Pick out a thank you card design, and Xerox will print and mail it to a member of our armed forces currently serving in Iraq . Best of all, it costs … (0 comments)
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horry: Look out, Chicken Little... - 09/04/07 07:25 PM
The National Association of Realtors is reporting that home sales for the month of July were down 9% from the same period a year ago. Add to this the recent triple-whammy in the financial press of dismal housing starts, housing permits and mortgage lender meltdowns, and you can guess what we … (1 comments)
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horry: "Don't Miss" condo deals... - 08/28/07 09:49 AM
2BR/2BA fully furnished condominium in Little River, South Carolina. Two master suites, both with private patios and large closets - ready to move into! $144,000Brand new 3BR/2BA condominiums in the heart of Carolina Forest. Walk to shops, grocery stores, banks, post office, school, and more! Starting at $144,900Furnished 3BR/2BA top floor, … (0 comments)
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horry: Announcing... - 08/28/07 09:40 AM
Price & Company Realty is proud to announce the addition of Steven Resseguie to our sales team!
Steven is a native of the Grand Strand, but left for his enlistment in the Navy. Upon his discharge, Steven travelled and resided briefly in California. However, the Atlantic soon lured him back, and … (1 comments)
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horry: Lower Interest Rates? - 08/20/07 04:12 PM
Interest rates paid on government-backed three-month Treasury bills dropped more today than in the wake of the September 11th terror attacks, and just under the plunge during the stock market crash of 1987. T-bill yields have been falling for five straight days. Scared investors have been pouring money into the ultra-safe … (1 comments)
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horry: Try the ICW... - 08/13/07 06:31 PM
Along the world-famous Grand Strand, there are a multitude of real estate possibilities on the oceanfront. However, a new trend indicates that one of the most ideal locations for a home these days is the Intracoastal Waterway.
Beginning in Maine and traversing the coastline all the way down through Florida, the Intracoastal Waterway offers mariners a protected nautical … (0 comments)
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horry: Myrtle Beach is #1! Really! - 08/13/07 04:55 PM
Which two words are more popular, according to search engine Yahoo - Lindsay Lohan or Myrtle Beach? Yahoo reported last week that the term "Myrtle Beach" was the top hit on its search engine, ahead of top searches like Lindsay Lohan and Britney Spears. In addition, AOL reported that Myrtle Beach … (0 comments)
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horry: Great Service is Still King... - 08/07/07 05:51 PM
With the cat yowling in the 'protective' carrier (for whose protection?), I was about to leave the house today when the phone rang. It was the veterinary office in full apology mode. It seems that there was an emergency, and they were calling to inquire if I would like to reschedule … (2 comments)
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horry: Live/Works & Big Business hit Myrtle Beach - 08/07/07 05:48 PM
A walk around the former Myrtle Beach Air Force Base shows a small city rising out of the ground as steel beams push into the sky. The Market Common, an urban village with 600,000 square feet of retail will open April 3, 2008. It will offer a walkable shopping and living … (1 comments)
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horry: Shepherd's Cove Grand Opening! - 07/24/07 03:39 PM
Mark your calendars!
On Saturday, August 4th, we will be celebrating the Grand Opening of the model at Shepherd's Cove in historic Little River! Don't miss this very special event! Special incentives will be given to those who attend, as well as travel reimbursement for those requiring accommodations*.
Spaces are limited, so … (0 comments)
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horry: Meeting tomorrow night - 07/24/07 03:23 PM
Fellow Boardwalk on the Waterway Homeowners -
Tomorrow night is the scheduled meeting for Boardwalk Homeowners Association to appoint two members to work with the developer to help ensure the transfer of the community is done smoothly and properly. Our fellow staff member (and Boardwalk property owner) Richard Sander has offered his services … (0 comments)
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horry: Myrtle Beach Pavilion - 07/24/07 02:56 PM
Did your family grow up coming to Myrtle Beach and spending hot summer days at the Pavilion? Although the oceanfront amusement park landmark is no more, several of its rides have a new home at Broadway at the Beach, near Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville. And fans who want to take a ride … (0 comments)
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horry: Friday the 13th - 07/15/07 06:01 PM
Friday the 13th. Big deal, right? Well, actually... it is such a big deal that nearly $1 billion worth of commerce won't happen this day, because people are afraid to fly, travel, and shop. But you're not one of those people, right? Maybe you are. Many people do things every single … (1 comments)
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horry: Is it real? Or retouched? - 07/15/07 05:58 PM
Real estate agents are in the middle of an ethical debate surrounding their use of creative license in their MLS listings. Property sellers and real estate agents looking for that elusive "edge" are skirting the ethical boundaries of the law by airbrushing property photographs before posting them on the local MLS … (2 comments)
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horry: Don't miss this private enclave... - 07/10/07 10:48 AM
Dockside Cove is a private, 7-homesite gated community on the Intracoastal Waterway in the sound end of Myrtle Beach. Protected by a barrier island, this unique enclave offers privacy, peace, and seclusion.
Contact Tom Hammond for more information about these beautiful 1/2+ acre homesites on deep water at (843) 251-6888. Or visit … (0 comments)
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horry: Coming soon... Grand Opening of Shepherd's Cove in Historic Little River! - 07/10/07 10:35 AM
The first building is almost complete, and we'll be hosting a grand opening event at Shepherd's Cove. This is the perfect time to come in and see these luxury condominium homes before the crowd. Be one of the first to secure your location, floor level, and decor choices - and get … (0 comments)
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horry: Perfect Positioning in a Buyers Market... - 07/10/07 10:22 AM
In today's market, what can you do to stand out from the crowd and make your offer irresistible to a seller? The biggest fears many sellers have today stem from the media circus surrounding the real estate market. Specifically, sellers are worried that:1. My property will sit unsold for months and … (0 comments)
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horry: The draw of Myrtle Beach... - 07/03/07 02:07 PM
Savvy real estate investors, retirees and second-home buyers know that Myrtle Beach's outlook remains singularly positive even in the shadow of recent disappointing sales numbers across the nation. Why? Our broad, sandy beaches, multitude of attractions, and affordable prices have drawn vacationers to the Myrtle Beach area since the early 1900s. … (1 comments)
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horry: Welcome to Ashley Park! - 06/30/07 12:03 PM
Ashley Park is a brand new condominium community located within walking distance of all the conveniences of Carolina Forest! Right across from the Carolina Forest Elementary School, Ashley Park is currently under construction with five buildings completed at this time. Be the first to live in one of these brand new … (0 comments)
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horry: 30,000 people per day to Myrtle Beach - 06/30/07 11:08 AM
The Hard Rock Theme Park is on track for its Spring 2008 opening and the groundswell of excitement is deafening. The roller coaster pieces have arrived and are ready for assembly! The preview center which opened this past April showcases this $400 million world-class attraction with over 40 rides, games and … (0 comments)
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horry: 6-22-07 Progress Report - 06/23/07 09:55 PM
On Thursday, June 21, 2007, I attended the initial meeting of homeowners for The Boardwalk on the Waterway. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss adding homeowners to the board, as well as the current progress of the community. (And yes, I AM a property owner!)
According to the project's construction manager, … (2 comments)
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horry: The Boardwalk on the Waterway - 06/23/07 09:18 PM
The Boardwalk on the Waterway is a gated community located south of Highway 501, near the former Waccamaw Pottery, on the Intracoastal Waterway. Currently in its pre-construction phase, The Boardwalk features waterfront and interior homesites, most of which lie along the two large interior lakes.
The landscaped and illuminated entrance walls lead … (0 comments)
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horry: MYRTLE BEACH TOPS YAHOO'S LIST!! - 06/21/07 01:16 PM
If you were asked to name your favorite beach in the world, would Myrtle Beach make your list? Yahoo! Travel asked their subscribers to help create their top ten list, and the results won't surprise anyone who has spent significant time here on the Grand Strand. The top ten included the … (1 comments)
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horry: Waterway Palms Plantation - 06/18/07 03:21 PM
Waterway Palms Plantation is soon to be THE premier address in Myrtle Beach. Located in the Carolina Forest area on the Intracoastal Waterway, this community features a list of amenities unlike any other in Myrtle Beach.
A long elegant lakes leads you past the gatehouse and through the majestic entry gates toward … (0 comments)
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horry: Dockside Cove - 06/18/07 01:17 PM
Imagine being in the center of everything... and no one even knows you're there! This is the beauty of Dockside Cove in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Located on a deep water channel just off the main thoroughfare of the Intracoastal Waterway, this serene enclave is protected by a wooded barrier island to … (0 comments)
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horry: On the Rebound? - 06/18/07 01:04 PM
Shh! Don't tell the media! The first quarter numbers are in, and I don't want to make a spectacle of myself here, but the numbers speak for themselves. If you want proof that the real estate market in Myrtle Beach is rebounding, look no further. Compared to 2004 (a year in … (1 comments)
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horry: Good News for South Carolina Property Owners! - 06/18/07 01:01 PM
South Carolina property owners have been begging for help, which arrived in Myrtle Beach on Monday in the form of Governor Sanford signing the Coastal Property Insurance Reform Act of 2007, which should ease insurance rates along the coast. During the past 18 months, insurance rates along the coast have skyrocketed, … (0 comments)
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horry: Shepherd's Cove - Little River - 06/15/07 12:42 PM
Presenting a gated community in historic Little River, South Carolina, featuring luxury condominiums and outstanding views... Shepherd's Cove. Let's begin with it's idyllic location...
Little River, South Carolina, is one of the oldest settlements along the east coast, established in the late 1600's. Located just south of the North Carolina sate line, and … (0 comments)
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horry: Selling in a gated community... - 05/29/07 03:42 PM
May 29, 2007 -- Imagine for a moment that you own a homesite in a beautiful gated community, and you have decided to build a spectacular high-end house there. It seemed like a great idea - especially when the market was booming. But now that your lovely home is complete, and … (0 comments)
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horry: Realtor Smackdown, Part 2 - 05/22/07 07:23 PM
CBS News' 60 Minutes gave 13 minutes to the real estate industry on May 13th, but the recognized experts in the industry - REALTORS® - were given the silent treatment. The predictable result, one-sided journalism and a number of egregious errors (some of which have already been retracted on CBS' website), … (4 comments)
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