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Summerville SC Publix Opens - Del Webb and Cane Bay Residents Ecstatic!

10-14-11
Heather Lord

Summerville SC - Del Webb & Cane Bay Residents Ecstatic as New Publix Opens New Publix Storefront in Summerville SC

The Cane Bay Plantation area has a new Publix Supermarket! What was it my mother always said to me when I was growing impatient “ Good things come to those who wait!”

The residents in the expanding communities of Cane Bay Plantation and Del Webb Charleston are ecstatic. How do I know? Because the new Publix Store Manager Mike Blackstone confirmed for me the #1 reaction from the hundreds of new shoppers as “Extreme Excitement!“ Standing greeting new customers at the door for 15 hours he should know ! The #1 comment was: “We are so excited that the new Publix is open!”

For 15 years Mr. Blackstone has managed the Publix in Goose Creek and he is thrilled at the opportunity to manage the store’s newest arrival at The Market in Cane Bay. “Folks have been driving over 9 miles to shop in Goose Creek; with the opening of our new store they are now just minutes away.”

CEO for Publix , Mr. Ed Crenshaw , also visited and met with all store employees to discuss the importance of the new store and the Publix Brand. “We don’t just sell groceries to the public we provide a service to the community.” Seems Publix really does live up to this statement being named the #1 supermarket for customer satisfaction by the American Customer Satisfaction Index ( ACSI) 16 years in a row.

Although nothing official there are rumors swirling that Publix, considered the central, anchor store at The Market at Cane Bay, will soon have retail neighbors which may include some restaurants… Great news for the growth that is anticipated in the Cane Bay Plantation / Carnes Crossing areas.

Publix at The Market at Cane Bay

1724 State Road

Summerville, SC 29483

Store Hours: 7a.m. to 10 p.m. daily

Store Phone: 843 761-3750

If you are considering an age restricted community such as Del Webb Charleston or a home where your family can grow surrounded by amenities and new schools please call Heather Lord 843 810-9414 about real estate in Cane Bay Plantation.. It would be my privilege to set up viewings of homes for you in these wonderful communities.

Charleston SC Home Buyers ~ Don't Forget Your Furry Friends!! ~ Dog Park Listing

09-23-11
Heather Lord

Charleston SC Dog Parks – Keeping Your Four Legged ,Furry Children Happy!

My sister and her husband have two gorgeous, four legged, furry children… ( photos attached) and locating a dog-Charleston Dog Parks - Labs Playing friendly park was a critical element in their search for a new home.

So , why haven’t I considered researching the Dog Parks in the Charleston SC area before now… No answer except to say I am making up for lost time…

It is natural for dogs to want to socialize and play with other dogs. They are after all descendent from wolves and the pack instinct is strong. But … domestic dogs leave the “Pack” their siblings typically by 8 weeks of age. So it is up to us humans to provide friendly opportunites for our “ four legged- furry “ children to socialize with their doggy peers as well as people other than their owners.

Dogs that are allowed to socialize with other animals and owners build good relationships and develop positive coping skills – reducing stress & anxiety… Several online sources suggest that well socialized dogs that receive exercise,play with other dogs & owners are less aggressive in their behavior.

So if you have been wondering; “Where can I take my dog for some exercise and interaction with other canines ? “ Here is your answer… Just one caveat “PLEASE COMPLY WITH DOG PARK ETIQUETTE”

Off-Leash Dog ParksCharleston SC Dog Parks - Owners and Dogs

James Island County Park 871 Riverland Drive (843) 795-7275

Wannamaker County Park 8888 University Boulevard (843) 572-7275

Palmetto Islands County Park in Mount Pleasant 444 Needlerush Parkway (843) 884-0832

Park West Dog Park in Mt. Pleasant 1251 Parkwest Blvd

Riverfront Park in North Charleston 1360 Truxtan Ave.

Hampton Park Bark Park Downtown Charleston 122 Grove Street ( address is approximate)

Hazel Parker Dog Run Downtown 70 East Bay Street

Ackerman Dog Park in West Ashley Sycamore Avenue behind Ryan's Steakhouse

Isle of Palms Bark Park 29th Avenue behind the Rec Center

Mixon Dog Park in North Charleston Website w/ directions to the community from local areas

Wassamassaw Park in Summerville 651 Wassamassaw Rd., off Highway 78.

On-Leash Outdoor Areas

Daniel Island Park Map of Daniel Island

Waterfront Park Downtown Charleston 34 Prioleau St.

Marion Square Downtown Charleston Meeting St

Charleston Towne Landing West Ashley 1500 Old Towne Road

Colonial Lake Downtown Charleston Rutledge Ave
Folly Beach County Park 1100 W Ashley Ave, Folly Beach

Fort Moltrie Sullivans Island

Isle of Palms County Park 1 14th Ave, Isle of Palms

Johns Island Park 1770 Bozo Ln

Magnolia Plantation 3550 Ashley River Road

North Charleston Park Circle Map to Park Circle

Sunrise Park James Island Map to Sunrise Park

West Ashley Greenway 836 Magnolia

West Ashley Park Map to West Ashley Park

White Pointe Gardens and Battery Downtown Charleston Murray Blvd.

Contact Heather Lord

As Always, if I can assist you with your real estate needs please do not to hesitate to contact me at mobile 842 810-941 or via email hlord@heatherlord.com …. It would be my pleasure to assist you find the perfect home – close to a local Dog Park!

Charleston SC Foreclosure Process - with the Master in Equity, Honorable Mikell R. Scarborough

06-09-11
Heather Lord

I attended a "Lunch & Learn" session at CTAR ( Charleston Trident Association of Realtors) and listened to the Charleston County Master-in-Equity, Honorable Mikell R. Scarborough discuss the foreclosure sale process, latest foreclosure statistics and the recent legislative action signed by South Carolina's Chief Justice Toal.Foreclosure Sign Outside of Home Courtesy Flickr

I cannot share all that I learned in this post but felt the following highlights were relevant to all homeowners / future homeowners in South Carolina and specifically individuals facing foreclosure or considering the purchase of property at a Foreclosure Sale.

Foreclosure Stats

# Foreclosure Filings - Charleston County SC

2007

2008

2009

2010

1st Q 2011

734

1447

2244

2365

562*

* Judge Scarborough predicted that 2011 foreclosures would exceed 2000.

Foreclosure Process

1) Default in mortgage payment ( 3 months and they don't have to be consecutive) → 2) Lender Contacts Foreclosure Agent ( example Rogers, Townsend & Thomas ) → 3) Turned over to Master-in- Equity → 4) Review HAMP eligibility → 5) Hearing with Master-in-Equity → 6) Sale

Foreclosure Sale

Charleston County Foreclosure Sales are held the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. At time of sale a 5% deposit in certified funds is required and you must comply ( close) within 30 days.

** If you are facing foreclosure and receive a Hearing date you should attend as the Master-in-Equity may be willing to extend your sale date. He will listen to your situation and if there are extenuating circumstances they may be taken into consideration. Don't just walk away ... stay involved.

If you have lost your job you may be eligible for a program entitled "Hardest Hit Funds" - contact number (843) 744-1384. Also please remember that Family Services Inc. offers mortgage foreclosure assistance that is free-of-charge please visit them at http://www.fsisc.org or call at (843) 735-7802.

SC Chief Justice Toal - Administrative Order

On May 2, 2011 Chief Justice Toal - signed an administrative order that halts all pending foreclosures from May 9, 2011 forward until banks and homeowners can complete an intervention process. The order is designed to provide homeowners with adequate time to try and modify their loan to agreeable terms.

Boeing Subcontractors in Charleston SC Make Hiring Easier!

02-03-11
Heather Lord

Recent changes in the job notification procedure mean applying for a job with Charleston SC Boeing Subcontractors should be easier.

Subcontractors must now provide contact information for the person in charge of hiring. This is great news for folks trying to submit resumes or just contact the appropriate person!Boeing 787 Dreamliner Expansion Charleston SC - rendering from BE&K

The General Contractor joint venture of BE&K / Turner now provides an easily accessed employment table with all appropriate hiring contacts. To view this table and learn more about this joint venture please visit their site at: http://www.bek-turner-sc.com/employment.asp

One of the "Social Networking" avenues that provides information related to Boeing Job opportunities is LinkedIn. If you haven't joined LinkedIn and created a Profile you could be missing out! To visit Boeing Jobs on Linkedin go to http://www.linkedin.com/jobs/at-Boeing. Recent job positions described in this particular group include: Quality Systems Specialist, Industrial Engineer, Fabrication Specialist, Tool & Fixture Specialist and more...

For those folks who are moving to the Charleston area to work for Boeing and would like to discuss the Charleston SC Real Estate Market please don't hesitate to contact me. You can now search ALL Charleston SC Homes for Sale as well as rental options online. If you prefer to discuss housing options or just have general questions about living in Charleston SC please call or email me at 843 810-9414 or hlord@heatherlord.com .

Charleston SC Online Property Search is Customizable

11-11-10
Heather Lord

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 10, 2010

Charleston, South Carolina

Contact: Heather Lord

Keller Williams Realty - Charleston West

(843) 810-9414

hlord@heatherlord.com

HeatherLord.com - Launches Customizable Online Property Search for Charleston SC

Heather Lord, a Full Service REALTOR® in Charleston, SC is pleased to announce the launch of her customized property search program designed to provide property details previously only available to real estate agents.

"Today 9out of 10 home buyers begin their search online," Ms. Lord said. "Home buyers and sellers need the ability to search and locate properties that match their specific needs. Now anyone can quickly and easily find the right property without leaving the convenience of one real estate website - http://www.HeatherLord.com ."

The Advanced Property Search lets anyone search for homes in the Charleston SC area and select such options as specific school districts, water accessibility, homes with a master bedroom located downstairs, foreclosures - even the type of preferred foundation & more.

About Heather Lord

As a Full Service Charleston SC REALTOR, Heather's primary focus is to be recognized as a comprehensive resource for her clients; guiding, protecting them as they purchase or sell a home and transition to life in the Lowcountry.

Areas of coverage include: Historic Charleston, Mt. Pleasant, James Island, Johns Island, West Ashley, North Charleston, Summerville, Goose Creek and Moncks Corner.

To search all property in the Charleston, SC area - just like the agents do please visit http://www.HeatherLord.com

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