3 Reasons FOR SALE BY OWNERS, FSBOs, in Hanahan and the Charleston, SC Area need to turn the Sale of their Home over to a REAL ESTATE AGENT

There are 3 Big Reasons for For Sale By Owners to reconsider their decision to list with an agent.

1.) Establishing the Listing Price - Many FSBOs, in attempts to break even, will overprice their home in relation to the overall market, which will result in few showings and not their sale of their home. By listing with a Real Estate Agent in Hanahan or in the Charleston, SC area you will have your home listed with a price based on the condition of the home and local real estate market conditions verses a home seller's opinion.

A properly priced home will be on the market less than a home that was overpriced for market.

2.) Time - Many FSBOs do not realize the amount of time it takes to properly market the home and to follow up all possible leads. By listing with a Real Estate Agent, you have a person who has an invested interest in selling your home. If he or she does not diligently market and follow up on all leads he or she does not sell the home and thus does not get paid.

3.) Marketing your Home - Next to price, the most important task Real Estate Agents do when listing a home is marketing. Many FSBOs, think all real estate agents do for marketing is put it on the MLS, put an Ad in the Paper, and hold open houses.

In reality many Real Estate Agents, do more than just put it on the MLS. With the growing majority of Home Buyers starting their search on the internet, many agents are focusing a lot of their marketing efforts on the internet to increase their marketing exposure of their listings.

For example, Google: 122 Clarine Dr, Goose Creek, SC 29445

Based on the results of our example, 122 Clarine Dr, Goose Creek, SC 29445, this home had a very good internet exposure (i.e. was on multiple websites). Increased exposure will in turn lead to more showings and less time on the market.

For many home buyers, surfing the net is the first step of the process. Unfortunately many FSBOs and Real Estate Agents do not know how to tap the power of the internet.

If you are currently a For Sale By Owner, it may be time to consider listing with an agent. Sitting down with an agent can be eye opening experience, especially if your selling price is too high for the market or marketing exposure is currently limited.

Matt Naumann – Charleston & Goose Creek, SC Real Estate Agent & Entrepreneur
"Taking Real Estate Home Buying, Investing and Selling to the Next Level" is my personal goal. I specialize in using creative strategies to help my clients buy, invest, or sell real estate in the Charleston & Goose Creek, SC Real Estate Market. My motto is “There is always a way!” Google or Call me (843) 818-9898 and let’s discuss how I can help you in save $1,000s when you buy, invest, or sell real estate.

Prevent Foreclosure in Hanahan, SC - Know your Options

Do you know your options, when it comes to preventing foreclosure?

If you are a Home Owner, who has fallen behind in making your mortgage payments and you see no way in catching up. There is no better time than now to consider your options in dealing with your home. Unfortunately, many Home Owners owe more than what there homes are worth in the Hanahan, SC market.

If you are Home Owner, who may be in this situation, you have 4 options:

1. Loan Modification or HAFA (i.e. Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives Program (i.e. work with the bank to reduce payments or create repayment plan to get caught up).
2. Let it go into FORECLOSURE (i.e. walk away and do nothing).
3. Give it back to the BANK (i.e. Deed in lieu of Foreclosure).
4. SHORT SALE (i.e. sell it for less than you owe).

Since every Home Owner's situation unique, the first step is to sit down with a REALTOR to discuss the options.

Matt Naumann – Charleston & Goose Creek, SC Real Estate Agent & Entrepreneur
"Taking Real Estate Home Buying, Investing and Selling to the Next Level" is my personal goal. I specialize in using creative strategies to help my clients buy, invest, or sell real estate in the Charleston & Goose Creek, SC Real Estate Market. My motto is “There is always a way!” Google or Call me (843) 818-9898 and let’s discuss how I can help you in save $1,000s when you buy, invest, or sell real estate.

“Best bang for your Buck” community in Hanahan, SC with all the bells and whistles ~

Hanahan, SC is located in Berkeley County and is best known for having excellent schools and strong community spirit. The bedroom community of Hanahan is less than 30 minutes from area beaches, lakes and historic Charleston. Hanahan is also located less than 10 minutes from the Charleston International Airport and is home to many top companies including FedEx Ground and Space and Naval Warfare (SPAWAR) Systems Center.

If you are looking for a neighborhood that encompasses convenience, good schools and low taxes for a moderate price, you might consider Tanner Plantation. Tanner Plantation is located off of North Rhett Road with easy access to I-526 via North Rhett Blvd and I-26 via NAD RD to Hwy 52.

Tanner Plantation has many subsections; however, the plantation is divided by different school zones. Many families choose Tanner Plantation for its schools so it’s important to verify schools prior to purchasing your home if this is an important factor. Tanner Plantation is zoned for Berkeley County School district, but the community is divided with half going to Hanahan Elementary School, Hanahan Middle School and Hanahan High School and the other half zoned to Goose Creek Primary, Seigefield Middle and Goose Creek, High.

There are some multifamily units in Tanner which currently start around $115,000 but it mostly consists of single family homes starting in the $170s. Outside of the highly sought after schools, amenities and convenience are the next most admired feature of Tanner Plantation. The entire community has access to Tanner Station and the convenient Bi-Lo shopping center located at the entrance to the community. You don’t have to leave the neighborhood to get groceries, or go to the gym. Some of the popular shops available are the East Shore Athletic Club, Carolina Crust (pizza), Aztec Tanning, Tanner Nails, Hibachi Grill, Tanner Drycleaners, Buccas Restaurant and more. Community amenities are located at the back of the Ibis Glade subsection. These amenities are only available to residents of the subsections Ibis Glade, Eagle Bluff and Edgewood Trace and include a clubhouse, community pool and playground. If amenities are important, you’ll want to make sure your search is exclusive in these subsections. Property values are slighter high in these 3 subsections due to the extra feature of these amenities. Most subsections also have sidewalks and you’ll notice residents walking pets, walking or running for exercise, and riding bicycles in the evenings and weekends.

Commuting is easy from Tanner Plantation with good access to I-526 and I-26. The mall is located 5 miles away as well as many other plaza shops with major anchor stores like Best Buy, WalMart, TJ Maxx, Old Navy and more. Wannamaker County Park is located less than 5 miles away on Hwy 78. This is a favorite summer favorite with the edition of the Splash Zone. I-526 makes a drive to the beach only 30 minutes. Downtown Charleston is only 20 minutes away so you can take advantage of history, charm, beauty and great restaurants and more. And for military families looking to live close to the Naval Weapons Station, this neighborhood is only minutes away from the base, commissary and recreation center.

Directions: From 526, take exit 19 (North Rhett). Turn left onto North Rhett Blvd. Follow N. Rhett down about 5 miles and turn into Tanner Plantation on the left.

Popular annual events include are just a hop over 526 to Daniel Island:

Daniel Island Fourth of July Parade! Dress up your bicycles, wagons in patriotic colors and decorations and join the fun.

The Family Circle Cup takes places each year and is hosted by stars like Serena Williams.

Park Day on Daniel Island celebrates outdoor living with food, activities, events for the whole family including live music and entertainment for kids, local seafood, arts and crafts, gardening activities and more.

If you are considering a move to Hanahan, SC or near the Naval Weapons Stations, SC, call or email us for more information. We would be honored to serve you in your real estate housing needs. We look forward to being your source of local information.

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Avoiding Foreclosure in Hanahan, SC 29410 - Short Sale

If you are a Home Owner, who has fallen behind in making your mortgage payments and you see no way in catching up. There is no better time than now to consider your options in dealing with your home. Unfortunately, many Home Owners owe more than what there homes are worth in the Hanahan, SC market.

If you are Home Owner, who may be in this situation, you have 4 options:

1. Loan Modification (i.e. work with the bank to reduce payments or create repayment plan to get caught up).
2. Let it go into FORECLOSURE (i.e. walk away and do nothing).
3. Give it back to the BANK (i.e. Deed in lieu of Foreclosure).
4. SHORT SALE (i.e. sell it for less than you owe).

Since every Home Owner's situation unique, the first step is to sit down with a REALTOR to discuss the options.

Matt Naumann – Charleston & Goose Creek, SC Real Estate Agent & Entrepreneur
"Taking Real Estate Home Buying, Investing and Selling to the Next Level" is my personal goal. I specialize in using creative strategies to help my clients buy, invest, or sell real estate in the Charleston & Goose Creek, SC Real Estate Market. My motto is “There is always a way!” Google or Call me (843) 818-9898 and let’s discuss how I can help you in save $1,000s when you buy, invest, or sell real estate.

Hanahan, SC 29410 Real Estate Market Statistics for November 2009

Summary:

There were only 18 homes sold in November in Hanahan, SC. The homes that sold were sold at a price that 98% of the listing price and on average of 41 days on the market. The homes that are still on the market have been on the market an average of 193 days. There were was a small drop of listings on the market from 139 to 129 homes for sale (i.e. not including FSBOs).

Note: A well priced home will sell faster and closer to the listing price.

Buying Tip: Take advantage of low mortgage interest rates. The low mortgage interest rates are due to the government buying the mortgages and trying to stimulate the economy. The government will stop buying mortgages in March of 2010. When mortgages rates start to go up, buying power will go down for home buyers. Take advantage of the low rates now, before they are gone.

Selling TIP: If you are selling your home or are considering selling, there is no better time than right now. The main reason is because, the number of homes for sale (i.e. your competition) normally drops significantly. Another reason is because, the home buyers looking right now are more serious (i.e. relocating due to job). The last reason is because, the number homes listed for sale is expected to increase substantially in the months to come with another predicted wave of foreclosures and homes be listed for the spring market.

Charleston, Goose Creek, & Hanahan Real Estate For Sale

Matt Naumann - Charleston & Goose Creek, SC Real Estate Agent & Entrepreneur
"Taking Real Estate Home Buying, Investing and Selling to the Next Level" is my personal goal. I specialize in using creative strategies to help my clients buy, invest, or sell real estate in the Charleston & Goose Creek, SC Real Estate Market. My motto is "There is always a way!" Google or Call me (843) 818-9898 and let's discuss how I can help you in save $1,000s when you buy, invest, or sell real estate.