Carol Rutgers' Blog

Posted on 02/16/2025
Growing Night Blooming Jasmine: Basic Tips for Success
Night blooming jasmine is a favorite addition to patios, window boxes and trellises for its glossy leaves and sweet-scented flowers. Jasmine can enhance summer nights with its pleasant aroma and grows beautifully in containers or climbing on structures. If you're interested in growing night blooming jasmine yourself, here are some essential care tips to know: Room to Grow...
Garden
Garden
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Posted on 02/09/2025
4 Things to sell prior to listing your home
When you start the process of selling your home, there...
Moving
Garage Sale
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Posted on 02/02/2025
How adding smart home technology can help you save time & energy
Smart home technology has delighted many recently. Life...
Smart Home
Smart Home Technology
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Posted on 01/26/2025
5 of the Most Affordable Countertop Materials
If you’re remodeling your kitchen, you might need to choose new countertops. There are many choices, all with distinct advantages and disadvantages. Unfortunately, many of the popular options are expensive, which can make it difficult for homeowners on a strict budget. Luckily, there are plenty of affordable materials for countertops. Here are some of the best options: Paint...
Affordable
Budget
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Posted on 01/19/2025
Lawn turf care & maintenance basics
Knowing the basics of lawn turf care is the key to...
Grass Lawn
Landscaping
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Posted on 01/12/2025
Exploring how to finance a home addition
Expanding your home to add value and square footage can be...
Building An Addition
Financing
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Posted on 01/05/2025
Determining if you need a listing agent or a selling agent
The world of real estate can be challenging and a bit...
Buyers Agent
Sellers Agent
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Posted on 12/29/2024
Lavish for less: How to make your house look expensive
If you're fond of a luxurious aesthetic on a modest budget,...
Home Decor
Luxury
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Posted on 12/22/2024
Sound, seating & storage: Media room design tips for small spaces
A home media room is essential for those who want to...
Home Media Room
Media Room
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Posted on 12/15/2024
3 Pet-Friendly Alternatives to Sago Palm Plants
Palms are an excellent way to bring the tropics home. With many varieties to choose from, it's important to know which will work best for your household and everyone in it. Unlike the highly toxic sago palm, there are plenty of palm plants perfectly safe for pets and humans. Here are some suggestions to inspire you: Parlor Palm...
Alternatives
Pet Safety
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Posted on 12/08/2024
VA Condo Requirements: What You Should Know About the Process
Military veterans can use their VA loan benefits to finance a new home. However, different property types can have different processes and requirements compared to single-family residences. Here are the most important things to know about buying a condo with a VA loan: Is the Condo VA-Approved? You can use a VA loan to purchase a condo or...
Condo
Condo
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Posted on 12/14/2024
Another Property Sold - 41 Murray Hill Drive, Bluffton, SC 29909
Wonderful Wisteria model on one of the largest lots in 55+ Sun City with PRIVATE, wooded rear view. 2023 New Water Heater. 2021 New GAF Roof. 2019 HVAC Condenser & Evaporator Coil Replaced. Kitchen cabinets have pull-out shelves for extra storage. French doors on office/den give added privacy & extra guest space. Gorgeous granite surround on gas fireplace makes the living room cozy. Huge lanai with a beautiful view of the wooded rear yard. Bay windows in the Primary suite & kitchen. Triple-sized lanai & patio for grilling. Lush landscaping surrounds the...
Real Estate
Bluffton
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