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Posted on 04/28/2024
Trends: Fireplace designs that won't quit
When interior designers or architects design fireplaces,...
Design Trends
Fireplace
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Posted on 04/21/2024
Does Paving A Driveway Improve Property Values?
When homeowners weigh which upgrades best improve their property values; remodeling kitchens and expanding bathrooms are almost always top of the list. But what about installing a new driveway? A dirt or gravel parking area turns into a veritable quagmire during bouts of heavy precipitation, which could mean you end up tracking more mess into your home than...
Driveway
Exterior Design
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Posted on 04/14/2024
How to manage your house selling expectations
Deciding to list your home on the real estate market is a...
House Selling
Seller Tips
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Posted on 04/07/2024
Beyond property tax exemption for veterans with disabilities: What you can do to lower your taxes
Many state governments offer property tax exemptions to qualified veterans with disabilities. However, since the amount of coverage and rules for eligibility vary from one state to the next, you may still need some extra help. Luckily, there are plenty of ways you can lower your property taxes in the event you have to pay them in full....
Exemption
Property Tax
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Posted on 03/31/2024
Smart home hubs & digital security
It's easy to understand the advantages of a smart home...
Home Security Tips
Security Systems
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Posted on 03/24/2024
4 Things to do when hosting a dinner part
Hosting a dinner party can be as malleable a process as you...
Party Planning
Home Entertaining
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Posted on 03/17/2024
Is It Better to Flip Vacant Land or a House?
Flipping a house is a common practice among DIY enthusiasts and those wanting to make a quick profit in a hot housing market. Flipping land is also another way to improve and sell an existing property by investing your own time and money. While both options share similar benefits, they are better for some situations than others. Here...
Flipping
Flipping
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Posted on 03/10/2024
Bedroom plants: 3 Options to consider
Bedroom plants have many benefits. In addition to making...
Bedroom Plants
Houseplants
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Posted on 04/11/2024
120 Cutter Circle, Bluffton, SC 29909 is now new to the market!
Riverbend Open floor plan! Custom home has it all--a paver driveway/walkway, 2-car garage, 3 ensuite bedrooms (bedroom 3/office has a Queen Murphy bed) a Carolina Room, LR, Great Rm, covered & tiled lanai with a paver patio. Enjoy the beautiful gas fireplace & built-in shelves & cabinets. Tray ceilings in the Dining Area & Primary bedroom; Cathedral ceilings in Office/3rd bedroom & Carolina Room with skylights. 2008 added Carolina Room & Lanai has 8"x 35" porcelain woodgrain tile floor. 2023 GE Microwave; 2021 HVAC; 2019 Water Heater; 2019 Maytag Washer/Dryer; 2013 Roof. Nat. Gas Weber Grill, Garage Fridge; patio...
Real Estate
Bluffton
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Posted on 03/23/2024
Another Property Sold - 9 Caravelle Court, Bluffton, SC 29909
Charming English Cottage-style Custom Home on quiet cul-de-sac with gorgeous 280-degree lagoon views. AAC Construction 12" Aerated Concrete Block Construcion Reinforced with L-shaped Rebar. GAF-Elk 30-year architectural shingle roof. Angled garage entry & covered front porch with its lines, trim and color palette exhibits curb appeal galore. EIK opens to great room w/gas fireplace, white painted cabinetry display units & 5" wide hand-scraped Engineered Oak wood flooring. Gorgeous built-in cabinets & shelves in office & bonus room offer great storage. Large spacious closets & pantry. Tray ceilings in Owners bedroom &...
Real Estate
Bluffton
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Posted on 03/21/2024
Another Property Sold - 7 Caravelle Court, Bluffton, SC 29909
Curb Appeal of this Custom, Riverbend, lagoon-view home on quiet cul-de-sac will capture your interest. Spacious, inviting, airy, & sunny floorplan w/4 ensuite bedrooms + a bonus room for extra guest space w/full bath & built-ins. Features an expansive, octagonal, Carolina room with 27' vaulted ceiling & sliders to screened lanai overlooking lagoon w/fountain. Gas FP in LR w/coffered ceiling & built-ins. EIK w/high-end, painted, custom cabinets, island, granite counters leads to Great Rm w/FP & turret ceiling. Big 3-car garage w/painted floor, utility sink & fridge. Lots of closets & a walk-in attic w/spray-foam...
Real Estate
Bluffton
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