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A Q3 Market Update for You
As we head into the home stretch of 2020, I want to bring you a quick update on what we saw in the third quarter here in Columbia.
What Should You Know About Real Estate Law?
Today I’m honored to be joined by my friend Andy, a prominent real estate attorney here in South Carolina. We’re going to discuss the key legal items you should know when buying or selling real estate.
Are Homeowners Associations a Bad Thing?
I’ve been hearing from a lot of clients about homeowners associations, which can be a real firestorm for some. Is living in a homeowners association a bad thing or a good thing?
What’s Listing Agent Laura Moye’s Chief Advice for Sellers?
This week I’m honored to be joined by Laura Moye, the top listing agent on our team for the last three years now. Since joining our team, she’s sold a lot more homes than anyone else in Columbia in that span—somewhere in the ballpark of 200!
How Can You Be the Smartest Buyer in the Room?
Today I’m joined by the one and only Sean Coffey, who’s been the top buyer agent on our team for the past five or six years. Sean has sold at least 150 to 200 homes since he’s been with us.
Buying Property on Lake Murray
Are you thinking of buying a property on Lake Murray? My team and I sell more Lake Murray homes than anyone else, so we know what you need to look for to find the best home available.
How Can Buyers Compete in Our Seller’s Market?
At just two months’ worth, our inventory is extremely tight right now; there’s no doubt we’re in a strong seller’s market where multiple-offer situations are commonplace in certain high-demand price points.
How Do You Choose the Right Mortgage Lender?
How do you choose the right lender? Since most of our clients need a mortgage to buy a house, we get asked this question all the time, and there are a few things you need to consider.
The Latest From Our Columbia Market
The bottom line is that inventory is extremely low and still shrinking. There aren’t enough homes for sale for the number of buyers in our market, and there are a couple of reasons why.
Choosing the Right Offer
If you put your home on the market and get multiple offers for it, how do you know which one is the best?
Video Archives
- The 2 Kinds of Property Taxes to Know
- Your May 2020 Real Estate Market Update
- Columbia, SC Real Estate Market Update April 2020
- How Can You Be the Smartest Buyer in the Room?
- What to Look for When Buying a Home
- Do You Need a Home Inspection?
- Clearing Up a Commission Misconception
- First Real Estate Market Update of 2020
- 3 Pro Marketing Tips
- A Quick 2019 Recap From The Downing Group
- What Makes the Holiday Season a Great Time to Sell?
- What’s the latest with Lake Murray?
- What Must You Do to Sell Quickly and for Top Dollar?
- What You Need to Know About Pre-Foreclosures & Lease Purchases
- A Couple Quick Tips on Buying Lakefront Property
- Advice for Pricing Your Columbia Home Correctly
- Everything You Need to Know About Homeowners Associations
- Be Well-Prepared If You Plan to Buy & Sell at the Same Time
- What’s the latest with Lake Murray?
- A Holiday Message to You
- Is the Market Really Slowing Down?
- How to Choose the Best Agent
- How Do We Help You Price Your Home
- What You Should Be Looking for When Choosing a Listing Agent
- When Should you Order a Home Inspection Before Listing?
- The Home Buying Process, From A to Z
- Tips for a Picture-Perfect Home
- Buying vs. Renting—Which Is Best for You?
- What the VC Summer Layoffs Mean for Our Market
- What to Look for in a Columbia Home
- What to Look for in a Lake Murray Home
- What’s All the Fuss About “Zestimates”?
- Why You Should Never List Alone
- How Do Realtors Differ From Regular Real Estate Agents?
- A NEW MARKET UPDATE FOR COLUMBIA
- WHY YOU SHOULD NEVER LIST ALONE
- IS YOUR HOME MARKET READY?
- WHY SHOULD YOU WORK WITH A REAL ESTATE AGENT?
- WHY LIST WITH US?
- WHY SHOULD YOU WORK WITH A REAL ESTATE AGENT?
- BRENT DOWNING AND THE DOWNING DIFFERENCE
- The Answers to 4 Common Real Estate Questions.
- Are You Planning a Move? Don’t Wait until Rates Rise Even Higher.
- An Important Discussion About Homeowners Insurance.
- How Is Supply and Demand Impacting Our Luxury Market?
