5 Types of Mortgages Explained
Conventional Mortgage The most common type of mortgage is a conventional mortgage. This is a good choice for borrowers with good credit scores because borrowers who place a larger down payment can benefit from lower interest fees. Conventional loans can apply to primary homes, secondary homes, or investment properties. Some benefits of using a conventional […]
Best Happy Hours in Myrtle Beach
Overview Happy hours are a great way for businesses to attract customers and for customers to gather with friends and family. Myrtle Beach has embraced this concept with restaurants offering Happy Hour deals and events. Here are some of the best happy hour spots in Myrtle Beach. Tupelo Honey Tupelo Honey is a southern cuisine […]
Listing Photos: Capturing a Picture Perfect Home
Why Listing Photos Matter With more homebuyers using the internet as a means for house hunting, high-quality pictures have become crucial for sellers to get leads on their listing. According to studies conducted by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), 92% of homebuyers use internet-based services to find homes, and 85% of buyers have found […]
Historical Sites in the Grand Strand
Atalaya Castle Located within the Huntington Beach State Park in Murrells Inlet, Atalaya Castle is a historic home and an architectural delight. Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington constructed the castle as a winter residence during the 1930s. Because they used all local craftsmen, the construction brought employment opportunities to an area impacted by the Great […]
Renovation Vs. Remodeling
Overview At one time or another, you may have used the terms “renovation” and ‘remodel” interchangeably when discussing a home alteration. However, both the renovation and the remodeling process are very different from one another. Generally, renovation is defined as restoring something to a state it was previously in, while remodeling is defined as changing […]
Retirement Communities in the Grand Strand
Retirement Communities in the Grand Strand Del Webb at Grande Dunes Del Webb at Grande Dunes is a luxury active adult community located in Myrtle Beach. This community is located in the larger planned community of Grande Dunes. The amenities of this neighborhood include two golf courses, multiple pools, and a clubhouse with a state-of-the-art […]
Myths About Home Inspections
“A Home Inspection is the Same as an Appraisal” A common misconception about home inspections is that they are the same as a home appraisal. While appraisals and inspections involve assessing a home, the processes and objectives of the two are quite different. Home appraisals provide lending institutions with the current market value of the […]
Real Estate: The Best Investment
The Best Long-Term Investment In an annual Gallup poll, Americans chose real estate as the best long-term investment, and it is not the first time it’s topped the list either. Real estate has been on a winning streak for the past eight years, consistently gaining traction as the best long-term investment. Why is this the […]
How to Move a Stagnating Property
Overview Selling a home can be a stressful and emotional process for homeowners. A home is not only a place where people reside but also where life happens and memories are made. This means that homeowners hold a deep emotional attachment to the house, and therefore can easily become frustrated if it sits on the […]
Best Coffee Shops in the Grand Strand
Grand Strand Coffee Grand Strand Coffee is a locally owned coffee shop located in Market Common in Myrtle Beach. The shop is owned by the Thomas family who has more than 20 years of experience in the coffee industry. Bettina and Banks met in a coffee shop, and their lives have revolved around coffee ever […]