Mar
29
This gorgeous, open floor plan home has been lovingly maintained and is ready for new owners! Let’s start with the master suite, which has a trey ceiling and a large walk in closet. The master bath has dual vanities with a separate shower and garden tub. The spacious, bright kitchen has tons of cabinets and counter space with an eat in area that looks out over the HUGE, private, fenced back yard. Speaking of the back yard, it has a lovely bluestone patio and look at that pond! Talk about peace and tranquility! The secondary bedrooms are a nice size and all 3 have large closets. The seller has just had the landscaping done. This home is wired for a security system. The seller is willing to leave the new washer and dryer in the laundry room with an acceptable offer. Also, The patio furniture, refrigerator, microwave, and accessory shelving in the bathrooms will convey with an acceptable offer. You will love this home! Stop by and see it!
Offered at $220,000 MLS# 1006589
Mar
29
This home has it all! Open, airy floor plan. The spacious living room has vaulted ceilings with a skylight and a fireplace. The kitchen is open to the living room with a nice size pantry and breakfast area. There is also a separate dining area with a sliding glass door that goes out to the patio in the large, fenced back yard. There are 3 spacious bedrooms, and 2 nice bathrooms. The whole house has been painted and the carpet is brand new! Turnkey and ready to go! Windsor Hill is very conveniently located with a school within walking distance. Also convenient to shops, restaurants, and I-26.
Offered at $122,000. MLS# 1006264
Nov
17
Starting today and lasting until December 17th, 2009, any Realtor who shows 133 Darcy Avenue in Goose Creek, SC (MLS #2923883) to a qualified buyer will be automatically entered in a drawing for on-site computer service from Charleston Tech Support (up to 2 hours of service – a $170.00 value!). Even if you don’t currently need computer help you will at some point, or you may know someone dear to you who needs it. It also makes a thoughtful gift!
Contact Amy Nienstedt at (843) 425-9353 with any questions.
Good luck!
Nov
01
1. Get pre-approved for a loan BEFORE you start previewing homes. There are several reasons for this, but the most important one is that you want to be absolutely sure that you are approved to buy in the price range in which you are looking. There is nothing worse than getting your heart set on a home, only to find out that you can’t truly afford it. Getting pre-approved by a lender only takes a few minutes and is well worth the time. Make sure that you are getting a pre-APPROVAL and not a pre-QUALIFICATION. Anyone can get pre-qualified, but a pre-approval means that a lender has actually looked at all of your financial information and has approved you at a certain price range.
2. Less is more. What I mean is, buying the biggest, “best” home in the neighborhood isn’t always the right thing to do. The largest house is only accessible to a very small group of buyers, and you don’t want to limit yourself when it’s time to re-sell. Also, if all of the homes around you are selling for much lower than you bought your home for, you can expect that your appreciation would be limited.
3. ALWAYS get a home inspection. I can’t stress enough how important this tip is. There are so many aspects that go into building a home, and sometimes things aren’t done right, or over time, certain things start to deteriorate. Can you imagine buying a house without an inspection only to find that the roof is a leaky mess and needs to be completely replaced? That is a several thousand dollar cost that is now YOUR problem, which could have been avoided by spending a few hundred dollars on the inspection. There will always be something on a home inspection that is “wrong” with the house. It may be something very minor (cosmetic, even), or it could be a crack in the foundation. Don’t risk it!
4. There’s more to owning a home than paying the mortgage. Sometimes people forget to factor in “sleeper costs” into their monthly budgeting. The mortgage will undoubtedly be the main cost, but don’t forget about things like property taxes, utilities, and homeowner’s associations dues. Also, be prepared to pay for repairs, maintenance, and property tax increases.
5. Start preparing for your purchase 6 months in advance by keeping your money where it is. Don’t make any large purchases, open new credit cards or amass a lot of debt, or you will have a problem getting a loan. Lenders like to see stability and reliability when looking at your credit profile.
6. Try to take emotions out of it. This tip is easier said than done. I always ask my clients “do you like this house, or are you IN LOVE with it?” and we get a little laugh out of that statement. But, the reality is that it is actually very easy to fall in love with a home. Falling in love with a home automatically gives the seller the upper hand in a transaction because you’ve got your emotions tied up in it. Remember, a home is an investment. Try to take a step back and truly analyze the situation. Are you in love with the home because of the paint color or the backyard? Are you getting a good deal on a great home? Try to stay calm and make a wise decision instead of letting your heart do all the talking.
7. Get a survey! Getting a survey is usually not required by a lender, but it is very important because you need to know where your property begins and ends. Your property taxes are based on how much property you own, so it is best to have an accurate map. Also, having an accurate survey in hand could save you from any neighbor disputes in the future.
8. The art of bidding. Bidding and negotiating is truly where a good Realtor shines. Your opening bid should be based on what you can afford and what you think the house is worth. Ask your Realtor to do a price per square foot analysis on the neighborhood. This is a great equalizer and should give you a good idea of a the price where you want to end up. Also, sellers see an oddball figure as a sign that you are a serious buyer. Instead of rounding off your bid to an even number, spice it up and be specific with your number – this give the seller a signal that you have thought about your offer carefully.
9. Don’t try to wait for the “bottom” of the market. The truth is, the only way we will know that we’ve hit bottom is when we’re already on the way back up.
10. Visit your potential new neighborhood often. Drive through morning, noon and night to get a good feeling for what really goes on there. Check out the schools – even if you don’t have kids, your buyers down the road might. Do your grocery shopping at the local grocery store. Drive your normal commute to and from the neighborhood to get a good idea of how long it REALLY is. This may sound like overkill, but the last thing you want is to buy a home in a neighborhood that you THOUGHT you liked, only to find out that it’s really not for you.
Jul
08
133 Darcy Ave, Goose Creek, SC has just been reduced to $129,500! Contact me today to make an offer on this great deal.
Jun
06
Offered at $134,900
Very nice 2 story townhome, which backs up to a pond with a wooded buffer beyond. The 1st floor is very open with a large kitchen, separate dining area, and powder room. Upstairs are 2 master bedrooms, each with its own full bathroom and large closets. Each room has a vaulted ceiling! Also upstairs is the laundry room. This unit boasts plenty of storage throughout AND a garage. To top it all off, the refrigerator and 42″ Panasonic LCD TV in the living room will convey with an acceptable offer! This home has been lovingly cared for and it shows. HOA fee includes homeowner’s insurance, landscaping, termite bond and annual renewal, water and sewer. Motivated sellers!
Jun
06
The price of 8308 Tyrian Path in North Charleston’s Indigo on the Ashley subdivision is now being offered at $269,000. Please contact me today to make an offer!
Feb
23
Offered at $295,000
Very open floorplan on large, private lot. Formal dining and study with french doors. FROG is 4th bedroom with 2 closets and a full bath. 2.5 car side-entry garage. House features gleaming wood floors throughout the main floor – with berber carpet in the bedrooms. The master suite features a dramatic tray ceiling and a walk-in closet. The ceilings are 10′ high and vaulted in the living area.
