Columbia SC Homes for Sale by David Patterson

According to Lake Carolina Consolidated Multiple Listing Services (MLS) Market Statistics, 42 homes were sold in this community during the first three months of 2010. (This would equate to a 20% Increase in Sales Activity in comparison to the same timeframe in 2009.) However, there are still 194 Lake Carolina Homes on the market. The Lake Carolina Absorption Rate as of April 2, 2010 is 11.64 Months and the Average Days on Market is 115.

Here is a PRICE RANGE BREAKDOWN for Lake Carolina HOME SALES in 1Q2010:

$165,001 - $200,000 ---------------------------- 9 Homes (21%)

$200,000 - $250,000 ----------------------------- 6 Homes (14%)

$250,000 - $300,000 ----------------------------- 4 Homes (10%)

$300,000 - $500,000 ----------------------------- 8 Homes (19%)

There were ZERO homes sold above $499,000 in Lake Carolina during the First Quarter for 2010.

18 Burgee Court in The Peninsula is the only home that has SOLD above $500,000 since July 2, 2009 ($680,000).

Do you want to live on the lake or in an affordable cul-de-sac? Look no further than The Community of the Year for eight consecutive years. Lake Carolina is one of the most popular neighborhoods for Columbia, SC Relocation Home Buyers and is nestled in the corner of Northeast Columbia.

Lake Carolina offers sidewalk cafes, walking trails, a Farmers’ Market, a modern YMCA, a blend of existing homes for sale and opportunities to build your custom dream home with convenient access to a multitude of restaurants, The Village at Sandhill Shopping and Movie Complex, The United States Army Training Facility at Fort Jackson, Interstate 77 and Interstate 20.

One visit to this community will convince anyone on its uniqueness in Southern Living.

LAKE CAROLINA SCHOOLS:

Lake Carolina Early Learning Center (young children ages 6 weeks to Five Years)

Lake Carolina Elementary

Kelly Middle School

Ridgeview High School

(All of the aforementioned schools are in the community or within 1.5 miles of the Community Clubhouse.)

Are you a first time home buyer that plans to reside in South Carolina? Are you a teacher, firefighter, law enforcement officer, or a member of South Carolina's EMS Personnel?

With the Palmetto State Heroes Program and The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, QUALIFIED First Time Home Buyers could receive close to $15,000 in down payment assistance, closing costs and/or tax credits.

"Palmetto Heroes is available to teachers, law enforcement officers, firefighters and EMS personnel who are currently certified in their profession, and reside and work in South Carolina or have a contract to begin working here within 60 days of closing on a home." -- South Carolina State Housing Finance and Development Authority Website

"It's important that we salute these Palmetto State heroes and invest in them," said T. Scott Smith of Sullivan's Island, principle and president of WRS Real Estate Investments, and SC State Housing's Chairman of the Board.

PLEASE NOTE --- The South Carolina State Housing offered a similar program in 2008. Funding only lasted for SIX WEEKS! Furthermore, The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act has an APRIL 30, 2010 DEADLINE.

DON'T DELAY! Give David Patterson a call TODAY to start your home purchase process and get your share of $15,000 in down payment assistance, closing costs and/or tax credits.

**Maximum income limits are based on the median income per county and household composition. The Palmetto Heroes Program may not be used for refinancing.

This is a very simple question that should provoke some diverse answers in the COMMENTS SECTION of this blog post. (Hint. Hint.)

Here is some audio of Accredited Buyer Representative Kim Wood (Remax MainLine in West Chester, PA) on an episode of The David Patterson Show. Kim is a Technology Tools Trainer and Social Media Coach with TheTechByte.com 

Through social media, I've been humbled to meet some of the most brilliant minds in the real estate industry. These experiences lead me to experience a burning desire to focus an episode of The David Patterson Show on Social Media's Impact on The Real Estate Industry.

I was fortunate to have Accredited Buyer Representative Kim Wood (Remax MainLine in West Chester, PA) as my Guest Expert on the November 1, 2009 edition of my show.

Kim is a Technology Tools Trainer and Social Media Coach with TheTechByte.com

@kimwood is an active blogger and well-known participant in the Social Media Movement.

Listen to Kim's thoughts about Social Media.

At times, ActiveRain can be a very inspiring online social media network.

Here is a case in point.

While purging some "inactive bloggers" from my subscription list, I came across the musings of Tina Allen. Tina seemed a little overwhelmed and discouraged by her Twitter experience.

"I hate to just give up, but, I'm lagging so far behind with this twittering, I don't think I can catch up."

Hey Tina! Be of good courage... I have some good news for you!

Twittering is like a Marathon... Steady persistence wins the race.

In my opinion, the use of all Online Social Media tools shouldn't be viewed as a "sprint".

It can take 6 - 18 months to build a viable, consistent online presence through these tools.

Without question, Twitter is an excellent way to build a diverse and profitable Lead Generation Database. REMEMBER.......... You are in the LEAD GENERATION BUSINESS.

If you don't have leads..... YOU HAVE NO BUSINESS!

Who do I "tweet"? Everyone! However, I have a core group of "followers". These are the individuals that would..... 'know me, like me and trust me.... and would send referrals to me'.

These "tweeples" have helped me to build a national presence that has lead to being interviewed by national publications.

My Twitter success has led to speaking/training engagements within the Keller Williams Carolinas Region.

There should be a balance between "everyday stuff" and "real estate specific content".

My first goal in Twitter is to build my professional credibility. I share my blog posts. I share my listing. I update my "followers" on my teaching schedule. These "tweets" will let my "followers" know about my involvement and success in the real estate industry.

Do I share "everyday stuff? ABSOLUTELY! It's important to connect with "followers". If they don't like you, the chances of receiving a referral from your "followers" are slim.

Keep your head in the game Tina.

Pursue Twitter success with the same passion as your pursuit of ActiveRain success.

YOU WILL SEE RESULTS!