Litchfield Makes For Good Times

June 8, 2009 by 1 Comment

Family Vacation Week Finds Us at Litchfield Again
Living in South Carolina can be a wonderful thing. One of the best thing about living in the Palmetto State is the proximity of great beaches. Once again, we chose Litchfield to spend our 7 day vacation.

We all rolled in on Saturday and set up camp for the week. Of course we had a big dinner (followed by blueberries) and watched a movie at the house. One by one, everyone that was pooped headed to bed. Of course I was the last to go horizontal.

Sunday’s weather was awesome. We began the day watching Federer win the French Open. As we were all proud of Federer, we headed to the sandy beach. It was a perfect beach day.

After about three hours of sun and fun, the fella’s got a second wind and decided to play a doubles tennis match. In honor of Federer’s victory, we hit the fuzzy ball on the clay courts of the Litchfield Raquet Club.

We all ended the day at the theater. “Hangover” made us all laugh enough to talk about it all the way home and hoping for a sequel.

In all, it was a great vacation kickoff at Litchfield beach….

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My Proud New Listing in Heathwood

June 3, 2009 by Leave a Comment

I went inside this home for the first time the other day and immediately wanted to move. Inside is very well done and ready to move in. The new owner won’t have to do a thing.
This home has almost 3,200 sq. ft. and features 3 or 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths.
The foyer is impressive and spacious. It’s formal living/dining rooms are large and can handle a great party and the awesome eat-in kitchen is completely redone, with custom cabinets and slabs of granite.
The very large owners suite has custom closets and a brand new elegant bathroom. There are lots of rooms around the house to take advantage of with TV’s, cribs, Wii’s, office equipment or whatever.
Outside features a large screened porch and open air deck, with a big backyard full of green grass perfect for entertaining. The two car garage makes the outdoors of the property even more attractive.
Call or email for more information about this awesome Heathwood home. It’s pretty awesome…
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Federer’s Best Chance = Legacy Waiting

June 1, 2009 by Leave a Comment

Nadal’s Historic Loss at French Opens Major Door

I didn’t even get a chance to watch the first serve before I knew what happened at the French Open today. The TM’s rolled in while Facebook/Twitter updates told the world of Nadal’s fate. In case you haven’t heard, Nadal lost in 4 sets to Robin Soderling.

It would’ve been great to see Nadal win a record 5th straight French Open. It would’ve been awesome to watch another Nadal / Federer final in a tennis major. Having said this, it’s going to be even more fun to see if Roger Federer can solidify his claim to the label of “Best Ever.”

Should Federer win the French Open, his claim to “Best Ever” may have an asterisk beside it. The asterisk will probably be a picture of Nadal’s face. We’ll see…

Nevertheless, the historic loss of Nadal today combined with a loss by a very hot Djokovic, clears the path for Roger Federer to take his first French Open trophy.

There’s drama in France. Roger Federer needs to play his complete ass off. His legacy is waiting for him…
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One of Wheeler Hill’s Best Hits Market

May 28, 2009 by 3 Comments

This awesome home boasts 3,225 sq ft and has 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths.
If you know the Wheeler Hill area of Columbia you know that it is full of fine ‘city homes’. This is one of the best.
The first floor is full of large rooms that feature the very popular heart of pine flooring. The spaces are huge and great for entertaining at many levels.
When you enter the 2nd floor you will fall in love with the owner’s suite. The bedroom is very large and has a deck that overlooks USC. Continue on and you will find one of the finest bathrooms in Columbia, SC. Many people that see it claim that it reminds them of a Vegas hotel. It’s pretty awesome.
Continue further and you’ll also be impressed by the awesome media room. The projector and huge screen are perfect for watching movies and Gamecock or Tiger football.
1712 Phelps has a full garage and even has a backyard with plush grass that any ‘city home’ would be envious of. This is a great house that will provide some fun intown living. Call or email if you have any questions or would like a tour.
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Richland 1 Poo Poo’s Memorial Day?

May 26, 2009 by 4 Comments

Richland 1 Diluted Our Heroes Efforts Memorial Day
Jenna and I passed Dreher High School on our way to buy more paint rollers today. As I looked to the left of Devine St., I noticed a fleet of school buses leaving Dreher.
As we continued on, I updated my Facebook status asking if today was actually a school day. I thought I had missed something. As the responses started to come in I learned that I had.
I couldn’t believe that Richland One schools actually were in session on Memorial Day. Shame.
I’m not a teacher, student, parent or administrator so I guess I can’t blog with too much authority. Even so, it just felt wrong and ungrateful to know that the good folks listed above couldn’t properly celebrate the efforts of our fallen soldiers.
As a side note I can’t imagine all of the great family time that was missed on the lake or at the beach because families were trapped by today’s school day.
I have to think there is a GREAT reason that our kids were in school Monday. Perhaps it’s just the sheer timing of Memorial Day. Until I hear the reason I’m going to have to at least shake my head.
Richland 1 may have diluted our heroes efforts in the minds of our youth. Our heroes deserve better. I mean…the United States is celebrating the efforts of soldiers that have died in action, as in…killed.
There’s a difference between the road less traveled and the low road. At present, it looks as though Richland 1 went low.
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Columbia’s New Real Estate Listings

May 21, 2009 by Leave a Comment

>> Columbia’s Newest Listings; May 6 – 21, 2009

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Palmetto State Isn’t Even In The Race

May 19, 2009 by 1 Comment

Senators To Get Us On the Track Tuesday

Tuesday is a big deal for South Carolina. It’s the day the “deliberative body” of the General Assembly takes up the ‘Point of Sale’ legislation.

The bill got through the House of Representatives some weeks ago and made it out of the Senate Finance Committee last week. Tomorrow, the bill hits the floor of the full Senate for a 2nd reading.

S.435 is a big deal. Under current law, South Carolina is losing out on commercial business and investment everywhere. It’s missing out on local and out of state investors investing in our state because the tax liabilities are out of the stratosphere. S.435 curbs this by capping a reassessment at 15%.

Tuesday Senators have a chance to vote on a true economic stimulus package for South Carolina, and put our state back on the race track of competitive real estate investment.
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Rep. Nikki Haley is Going For It…

May 18, 2009 by Leave a Comment

It’s Always Fun To Watch Inspired Candidates Run

Last week Rep. Nikki Haley (R-Lexington) announced to the world that she is running for governor of the great state of South Carolina. While rumors were rumbling around Columbia, few expected her to announce so soon.

Nikki joins a growing number of Republican candidates for our states top post. It will be fun to watch her match dollars, strategy and wits with the likes of Andre Bauer, Henry McMaster and Gresham Barrett.

I’m lucky to be able to call Nikki a friend. I met her a few years after she pulled an upset win over a longtime Lexington politician. As I see it, she’s served her constituents well.

Among other proud moments, her staple achievement is her work with transparency in government. Nikki has really concentrated her time, talents and treasures towards insuring that the citizens of our state are able to ‘see’ what’s really happening within state government and the tax dollars involved.

Good luck to Rep. Haley in her candidacy for governor. It’s gonna be one helluva election year in South Carolina.
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$8,000 Credit is Your Down Payment

May 14, 2009 by 1 Comment

Opportunity For Buyers Means More Hope for Sellers

The link above is a good Q&A about HUD’s new policy. FJ
Shaun Donovan, secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, said that the Federal Housing Administration will permit its lenders to allow home buyers to use the $8,000 tax credit as a down payment.

Whether you’re for the federal government being involved in business or loathe it, this policy is certain boost home sales throughout the country.

If you know anything about the $8,000 tax credit, you know that it’s set up for first time home buyers only.

I predict this will be a big deal for the real estate market across the country and South Carolina. This opportunity will enhance buyer’s buying power and sellers will enjoy the larger pool of qualified borrowers.

While many of you are for a tax hike here and there, a great number of you are for tax cuts across the board. Notwithstanding everyone’s position regarding taxes, I think every first time home buyer will want to know more about this powerful tool.

Further, if you have a home on the market that’s priced below $273,000 (the limit for FHA loans for our area), I’m sure you’ll praise the new policy with open arms.
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Tons of House for the $$$$$$$

May 13, 2009 by Leave a Comment

6032 Marthas Glen Rd. – Hampton Ridge
This stately all brick home can accommodate just about any situation. At 4,601 sq ft and 6 bedrooms and 4 baths, it’s one of the larger ones on the market. Live comfortably!
Hampton Ridge is a popular, well established neighborhood that’s close to downtown Columbia and only a minute or two from I-77. It’s also conveniently located near shopping venues like the Lowe’s, Target, World Market, Starbucks and one of the best gyms in town (Hampton Hills).
The home is move in ready for someone who likes to spread out. Hardwoods, smooth ceilings, large rooms, huge kitchen, enormous master suite and a clever finished basement make 6032 Marthas Glen one of the best bargains in Columbia’s market.
The elevated wooden deck, large patio, hot tub and crystal blue pool are set up perfectly for entertaining.
Call or email if you would like to know more about this Hampton Ridge winner. 6032 Marthas Glen is offered for $549,900.
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