Carol Rutgers' Blog

Posted on 07/13/2025
Kick Off Your Home Improvement Prowess With These Projects
Whether you are a first-time homeowner or someone who is looking to take on a new hobby, it can be intimidating to begin with home improvement projects. Never fear — everyone has to start somewhere. These are the best home improvement projects for beginners. Painting The very best project for any beginner to take on is painting a...
Diy
DIY
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Posted on 07/06/2025
The best TV stands for your home media room
Many homeowners prioritize finding the best televisions...
Furniture
Interior Design
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Posted on 06/29/2025
Understanding your supplemental tax bill
A supplemental tax bill is separate from your annual tax...
Property Taxes
Supplemental Assessment
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Posted on 06/22/2025
Favorite weird features found in old houses
While trends and necessities change, some so-called weird...
Accessories
Dumbwaiter
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Posted on 06/15/2025
Shingle house: What is shingle style?
Informal and eclectic, the shingle house style has been...
Architectural Design
Architectural Style
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Posted on 06/08/2025
Boost Your Kitchen's Appeal With These 3 DIY Projects
An outdated kitchen can really drag down the look and feel of your home. Unfortunately, a complete kitchen remodel can easily cost tens of thousands of dollars. If a totally new kitchen isn't quite in your budget, the good news is that you can still update and refresh your space with a few simple (and inexpensive) DIY projects....
Appeal
APPEAL
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Posted on 07/01/2025
Another Property Sold - 5 Rose Bush Lane, Bluffton, SC 29909
Come See the NEW LOOK! This Immaculate Heron Model has been completely refurnished with beautiful new furnishing. WOW! A M:UST SEE! features 3 BDRs w/new carpeting, 2 BA's master w/separate tub & shower, eat in kitchen, granite counters, open concept Liv. Rm w/Gas Fireplace, Din. Rm, Crown Moldings, beautiful luxury Karastan vinyl plank floors, laundry Rm w/sink, extended 2 car garage w/built in cabinets, attic exhaust fan. Relax in your lovely screen porch (tile flooring) & enjoy your favorite beverage, while overlooking the most spectacular Japanese Gardens w/inground waterfall and pond, + lagoon...
Real Estate
Bluffton
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Posted on 06/29/2025
21 Caravelle Lane, Bluffton, SC 29909 is now new to the market!
Extraordinarily gorgeous, lightly-used, elegant ACH Custom Home on a peaceful lagoon in gated 55+ Sun City-Hilton Head's desirable Riverbend community. 2025 Lanai 2024 Roof & Ice Maker; 2016 Brazilian Cherry floors. 4 Bedrooms w/en-suite baths, Office, & powder room. Inviting eat-in kitchen opens to a beautiful great rm w/gas FP, coffered ceiling & built-ins. Lanai w/heated pool, spa & outdoor kitchen w/new grill & sink--relax & entertain. Circular paver driveway & rear-entry golf cart garage. $98K amenities: 130+ clubs, 6 pools, 3 golf courses/fitness centers, theater, softball, pickleball, tennis, dock, trails,...
Real Estate
Bluffton
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Posted on 06/24/2025
17 Caravelle Lane, Bluffton, SC 29909 now has a new price of $1,250,000!
Model Homes of HH CUSTOM home w/lovely views of 2 lagoon fountains in desirable Riverbend, Sun City. Fantastic upgrades in this 4-bed, 4 bath home on a superior & quiet 0.36 acre lot. 2024 roof & Carrier HVAC units. 2021 kitchen has custom cabinets w/built-ins, Silestone counters, stainless double convection ovens, skylights, & Dacor gas cooktop. Great rm. built-ins & gas FP. Updated Primary bath w/whirlpool tub, Silestone counters & 2021 walk-in tiled shower. Covered screened porch leads to patio w/natural gas Weber grill. Home is ready for you to move in & enjoy the active adult life w/a plethora of amenities &...
Real Estate
Bluffton
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Posted on 06/22/2025
279 Firethorn Lane, Hardeeville, SC 29927 now has a new price of $785,000!
Stunning Architect-Designed (2"x6") Custom-built home w/Curb Appeal & open floorplan WOW factor! Premium lagoon, golf (5th Tee Nicklaus Design) & wooded views. Kitchen w/single-level island & newer Bosch Stainless Steel appliances. Tray ceilings-dining & Primary Bdrm. Custom closets, window treatments & shutters, 8" baseboards, & crown molding throughout. Office French pocket doors. Cascading recessed lanai sliders & blinds. Unique rollout front screen door. Whole house dehumidifier. Oversized 2.5-car garage. Lightly used, Pet-free, smoke-free, well-cared for home. Adjacent Lot--313 Firethorn Lane for sale....
Real Estate
Hardeeville
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Posted on 06/19/2025
5 Savage Court, Bluffton, SC 29909 is now new to the market!
Privacy: beautiful, Sun City wooded 0.321 acre lot with lush landscaping & a wrap-around lagoon view on a quiet cul-de-sac. 10' & 12' ceilings, 8' doors give this Estate home a majestic look & feel with double tray ceilings in Office, LR & Dining Area. UPDATES: 2021 Brazilian Cherry floors Bdrm, 2020 Kitchen Aid Refrigerator, Zero-entry shower Main Bath, All up/down Windows; 2019 Bosch Dishwasher; 2017 Primary Bath Total Renovation; 2016 Paver Driveway, Kitchen Cabinets, Silestone Counters, Double Ovens; 2014 Porch Mini split; 2012 Aluminum Pergola, 50-yr GAF Roof Transferable Warranty; Shutters throughout; Whole house...
Real Estate
Bluffton
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Posted on 06/19/2025
313 Firethorn Lane, Hardeeville, SC 29927 now has a new price of $198,000!
Stop the car, this is the one! A premium 0.33 acre Riverton Pointe lot which has it all: 20' elevation (NO NEED FOR FILL), tremendous view of the 5th hole on one of The Lowcountry’s pristine favorite Jack Nicklaus-Designed Golf Courses, with a picturesque view of all of the beautiful birds walking along the edges of the lagoon. Plan now or later to build the CUSTOM home of your dreams which will have a captivating view offering relaxation & enjoyment on a quiet cul-de-sac street. Fences allowed. Choose your builder. Community Resort-style zero-entry pool/spa, Fitness Ctr, The Waterview Grill, lighted pickleball, tennis, Pro...
Real Estate
Hardeeville
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