terry edwards: Exactly How Many Homes Are There In The U.S.?
- 06/22/09 07:54 AM
Columbia SC For those of you that have wondered "Exactly How Many Homes Are There In The U.S., Anyway?" I just read a Census Bureau report that states there were 128.2 million homes in the US in 2007. That was up from 124.4 million in 2005. This 3 bedroom beauty with a split floor plan was just reduced to $179,900.
This home at 13 Farrier Court in The Summit is only 4 years old and has over 2000 square feet with a large FROG and a wood deck. Located within 5 minutes of the local schools and shopping this … (1 comments)
terry edwards: Shandon Area Homes For Sale In Columbia SC
- 05/30/09 09:22 AM
Shandon Area Homes For Sale In Columbia SC Columbia SC While driving through the Shandon area of Columbia the other day I stopped to photograph these homes. I knew there was a good variety of homes in the area but I just noticed while looking at these photos side by side what a striking contrast of building styles make up the neighborhood.
There are currently 55 homes for sale in Shandon with a price range of $197,500 up to $998,000. There is everything from a 1 bedroom condo to a 5 bedroom/5 bath home with over 4300 square feet. … (0 comments)
terry edwards: Greenland Ice Could Fuel Severe U.S. Sea Level Rise
- 05/27/09 10:33 PM
Columbia, SC The U.S. east coast could face a rise in sea level this century that would exceed forecasts for the rest of the planet if Greenland's ice sheet keeps melting as fast as it is now, researchers said on Wednesday. Sea levels off the coast of North America could rise by 12 to 20 inches more. This is an even bleaker assessment than an earlier study indicated. The ice that covers much of Greenland is melting faster now due to global climate change, raising world sea levels. Greenland's ice melt rate has increased by 7% a year since 1996. This … (0 comments)
terry edwards: Columbia SC Is Shovel Ready
- 03/04/09 10:53 PM
Columbia SC One of President Obama's selling points for the stimulus package is the thousands of projects nationwide that he calls "shovel ready" - meaning the planning is complete, approvals are secured and people could be put to work right away once funding is in place. For us this means the City of Columbia could receive funding for various projects that have already had the preliminary work completed. Here is a link to a chart showing what the City of Columbia is ready to move forward on, projected costs per project and how many employees will be required. Let's go. http://www.americantowns.com/sc/columbia/news/digging-into-shovel-ready-projects-in-the-columbia-area-169064 … (0 comments)
terry edwards: The Garnet Army Rocks
- 03/04/09 09:36 PM
Columbia SC The other night my daughter and I went to the USC-Arkansas overtime thriller and I've got to tell you.....The Garnet Army Rocks. I've been watching the Gamecocks for years and have never seen this type of fan involvement. When the music cranks up and the Garnet Army cranks up the arena rocks. It is electrifying like an NHL game. The sound system is awesome and the big video board over center court is leading edge. GO COCKS! more about the Garnet Army ----> http://www.thestate.com/gogamecocks/story/704251.html Terry Edwards www.FeaturedColumbiaHomes.com
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terry edwards: Sun Printing Opens In West Columbia
- 03/03/09 06:05 PM
Columbia SC Sun Printing has opened a $6 million printing facility on Dreher Road in West Columbia that's expected to add up to 50 jobs by year's end. The Orangeburg-based printer has six locations in the United States and Mexico and has expanded into the 20,000-square-foot printing facility. This comes as good news for local residents that have watched the unemployment rate shoot up above 7% this year. Terry Edwards Russell & Jeffcoat Realtors www.FeaturedColumbiaHomes.com West Columbia Cayce Shandon Rosewood Forest Acres … (0 comments)
terry edwards: Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America
- 03/03/09 05:40 PM
COLUMBIA SC South Carolina homeowners struggling to pay their mortgages may soon get help. U.S. House Majority Whip Jim Clyburn has asked the housing advocacy group Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America to bring its mortgage restructuring program to Columbia. Clyburn says the program has helped thousands of homeowners keep their home, even in tough economic times. The program is aimed at permanently reducing the interest rate of at-risk homeowners to as low as 3 percent. The Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America has signed agreements with lenders allowing them to help homeowners restructure their home loans. Their website is www.naca.com. The … (0 comments)
terry edwards: Lower Richland Girls Basketball Team Wins 80 Straight
- 02/22/09 09:10 AM
Columbia SC The Lower Richland girls basketball team won their 80th straight game against in-state opponents on Friday night. By defeating the Clinton High Red Devils 80-28 the Diamond Hornets improved to 23-1 on the season. Way to go, girls. Make me proud of my alma mater. Terry Edwards www.FeaturedColumbiaHomes.com
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terry edwards: Fort Jackson Raises Basic Allowance For Housing
- 02/08/09 11:41 PM
Columbia SC Fort Jackson Raises Basic Allowance For Housing Buying an off post home is now more affordable for active-duty personnel due to an increase in the monthly Basic Allowance for Housing. The allowance covers the mortgage payment, interest, taxes, insurance and utilities. A single E-5 could receive roughly $950, while an E-5 with dependents could receive close to $1275 each month. All the following homes are close to the fort and priced to sell.
Leesburg Road Area $129,900 NE Columbia $149,900
NE Columbia $139,900 Terry Edwards www.FeaturedColumbiaHomes.com Please bookmark this page for future updates
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terry edwards: Ashley Furniture Store Is Reopening
- 01/26/09 08:27 PM
Columbia, SC The Ashley Furniture HomeStore at 108 Harbison Blvd. in Columbia has reopened. After closing late last year the new owners, Jonathan Ishee and Charlie Malouf, are optimistic about this location. Ishee and Malouf have been successful with their 9 other Ashley Furniture stores in North and South Carolina. I wish them well with this location. There have been too many retailers close up shop recently and it is good to see a high profile business move back into the area. Terry Edwards www.FeaturedColumbiaHomes.com Please bookmark this page for future updates … (6 comments)
terry edwards: New Industrial Park Off I-77 At Shop Road
- 01/26/09 08:05 PM
Columbia SC DoveTail Development Inc. has announced plans for a 132 acre industrial park located just east of I-77 on Shop Road and will be called the Shop Road Commerce Park. This property was last purchased in 2005 by Halifax Properties LLC for $1.4 million and DoveTail Development acquired it last July for just under $2.9 million. Infrastructure work on the property will begin soon and will be in place for the next economic rebound. Terry Edwards www.FeaturedColumbiaHomes.com Please bookmark this page for future updates … (1 comments)
terry edwards: I Vote For An $825 Billion Bailout For US Taxpayers
- 01/22/09 07:26 PM
The House has agreed to an $825 BILLION stimulus package that has numerous and varied trappings and once the monies are disbursed all we can do is sit back and wait to see if it all helps our economy. I decided to try my hand at using these huge numbers for the purpose of assisting the working citizens of this great country instead of handing it to CEOs who already have shown their track record. I ran a quick web search for the total US population and the latest figures place it at 306 million souls. I also found that 28% of … (6 comments)
terry edwards: New Biotechnology Company Is Moving To Columbia
- 01/22/09 12:32 AM
Columbia, SC The S.C. Department of Commerce has announced that Bridge to Life Ltd. is moving their headquarters from the Chicago area to Columbia and will create up to 70 high paying jobs. Bridge to Life is involved in the storing and transportation of human donor organs. According to The State newspaper they will be involved with organ transplants with the Medical University of South Carolina. The Bridge to Life website states they have developed a new technology that shows promise in decreasing organ rejections. Since the 1970s the term biotechnology began to be used by the scientific community to refer to laboratory-based techniques being … (0 comments)
terry edwards: Jim Walter Homes Has Gone Out Of Business
- 01/08/09 08:41 AM
Jim Walter Homes Has Gone Out Of Business The sagging economy has tagged another American fixture. Jim Walter Homes, which has been building modular homes since 1946, announced that it is closing all it's offices nationwide.
Photo courtesy of Jim Walter Homes The sales office is now closed and all homes currently under construction will be completed. Founded during the post WWII building boom Jim Walter Homes prospered for several decades. It is sad to see companies fade away. Terry Edwards www.FeaturedColumbiaHomes.com Please bookmark this page for future updates
Columbia, SC The Columbia Planning Commission has approved a site plan for the Sandhills Professional Center to be built between I-20 and Two Notch road. Forum Development purchased the land for the complex from Richland County in 2007. Construction could start this spring on the office complex. The office occupancy rate of northeastern Richland County for 2007 and 2008 has held steady at 88%. According to an article in The State newspaper the complex will house doctors, attorneys and others. Terry Edwards www.FeaturedColumbiaHomes.com
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The family room has a large rock fireplace and cathedral ceilings with French doors leading out to the screened in porch.
Terry Edwards www.FeaturedColumbiaHomes.com Contact me for a current list of homes for sale in the East Columbia area Russell & Jeffcoat Realtors 3722 Devine St Columbia SC 29205 Please bookmark this page for future updates East Columbia Hopkins Rosewood Shandon Forest Acres … (0 comments)
terry edwards: New Construction Foreclosure
- 01/05/09 03:28 PM
Columbia, SC This new NE Columbia home was just about completed and the builder ran out of cash. The kitchen needs a range and quarter round molding around the floor. The entry way needs the quarter round also and the crawl space access door needs some work. There are a few dings in the vinyl siding here and there but overall this is a good buy at only $96,900. The home is located just off Two Notch and Rabon Roads at 95 Charmont Drive.
The kitchen features recessed lighting and a brushed nickle chandelier. … (0 comments)
terry edwards: Spectacular Three Evening Sky Event
- 12/30/08 04:38 AM
12-29-08 Beginning this evening right after the sun goes down (about 5:45) the southwestern sky will feature a performance by three planets and the last new moon of 2008. This evening the two day old moon will set just to the lower right of Mercury and Jupiter and will change positions each evening compared to the planets. How many opportunities do you have to view four planets at the same time? Throw in some wispy pink clouds and sit back and relax. Happy New Year to all. Terry Edwards in sunny Columbia SC
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terry edwards: $150,000 Homes In Columbia, SC
- 12/29/08 10:01 PM
Columbia,SC Here is a quick look at what $150,000 will get you in the greater Columbia, SC area. This model home in the Jacob's Creek community in NE Columbia is practically being given away. It has 4 bedrooms and 3 baths and a 2 car garage. There is a master suite upstairs and down, plus stainless appliances in the kitchen and a fully sodded lawn with irrigation system!
This patio home in SE Columbia has a Master BR & 2nd BR downstairs and a 3rd BR upstairs. There is a huge walk in closet, double vanity, and … (2 comments)
For the first time in a long time the total number of home sales in the Greater Columbia area dropped from the previous year. Even though mortgage rates were below 6.5% the entire year Columbia's sales were off by more than 2,000 units.
The Columbia area sales of Condos and Patio Homes were also down over 20% while Townhome sales dipped only slightly. The surprising number to me is the drop in patio home sales because the number of new patio home communities has really increased the last couple of years and I thought sales had been … (2 comments)
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