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Inflation Reaches Highest Level Since 1982

Mon, Jan 17th 2022 10:58 am by Gracen Tilton Charleston SC Real Estate

Led by higher prices for homes and vehicles, consumer prices soared by 7.0% in December from a year ago. It was the largest year-over-year gain since June 1982.

Supply-chain constraints and strong consumer demand, related to the pandemic, and the re-opening of the economy have contributed to recent price increases in some sectors. Government stimulus efforts have also contributed to recent gains in inflation.

Gracen Tilton | Marshall Walker Real Estate | 582 Rutledge Avenue | operations@marshallwalker.com | 803-549-6318

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Jan 17 2022

10:58 am

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Hoppin Johns: A New Years Tradition

Wed, Jan 5th 2022 11:46 am by Gracen Tilton Charleston SC Real Estate

Forget champagne - in the South, hoppin’ John is a standard New Year’s fare. This simple, delicious dish of peas, pork and rice has graced holiday tables since the 1800s.

Although it’s believed to bring luck and peace in the coming year to anyone who eats it, hoppin’ John’s history is anything but peaceful.

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Jan 5 2022

11:46 am

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Where to Drink in Charleston Right Now, December 2021

Tue, Dec 21st 2021 5:10 pm by Gracen Tilton Charleston SC Real Estate

There's a wealth of opportunities for imbibing in Charleston, but where to find the latest and greatest? The newest and hottest?

Click the link for an updated cocktail heat map of places to visit, if you're looking to down a few as soon as happy hour hits. Go out and try somewhere new this week — perhaps you'll find a new favorite libation or bartender in town.

Gracen Tilton | Marshall Walker Real Estate | 582 Rutledge Avenue | operations@marshallwalker.com | 803-549-6318

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Dec 21 2021

5:10 pm

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The Poinsettia Flowers Lowcountry Roots

Fri, Dec 17th 2021 1:14 pm by Gracen Tilton Charleston SC Real Estate

Known as the December birth flower, poinsettias have long symbolized good cheer and success and are said to bring wishes of merriment and celebration across the world during the holiday season. But what many might not know is that the plant was named for one of the Lowcountry’s very own.

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Dec 17 2021

1:14 pm

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Waiting For a Big Drop in Home Prices? It Could be a While

Mon, Nov 29th 2021 4:54 pm by Gracen Tilton Charleston SC Real Estate

With mortgage rates falling during the COVID-19 crisis, many households were able to refinance to monthly lower payments. Due to a mortgage payment being the most prominent payment households make each month, lower payments have allowed homeowners who bought homes to have better cash flow.

This means that mortgage holders who have refinanced their homes to lower payments; all while their wages have also grown, look great on paper.

In general, homeowner households were financially solid going into the crisis. When COVID-19 happened, some sellers were able to sit back and watch the market. We didn’t see any mass hysteria to sell. It was just a matter of weeks before the buyers returne...

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Nov 29 2021

4:54 pm

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14 Charleston Restaurants to Book for Thanksgiving Day

Wed, Nov 17th 2021 3:03 pm by Gracen Tilton Charleston SC Real Estate

Not in the mood to cook Thanksgiving dinner from scratch this year? No worries, as Eater Carolinas has put together a map of Charleston restaurants that will be open + serving on Thanksgiving Day.

Whether you're looking for dine-in or take-out options; these go-to restaurants will be serving Thanksgiving in an easy and no-fuss way so you can stay spirited throughout the Holiday!

Gracen Tilton | Marshall Walker Real Estate | 582 Rutledge Avenue | operations@marshallwalker.com | 803-549-6318

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Nov 17 2021

3:03 pm

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The History of She Crab Soup in Charleston

Thu, Oct 21st 2021 3:36 pm by Gracen Tilton Charleston SC Real Estate

She crab soup, a Southern seafood staple, has a rich history that began right here in Charleston.

According to legend, the first bowl of she-crab soup was made at John Rutledge House Inn in the 1920s. The Rutledge House was home to the former mayor of Charleston, Robert Goodwyn Rhett. Mayor Rhett’s butler, William Deas, prepared a meal for President William Howard Taft, who was visiting the city.

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Oct 21 2021

3:36 pm

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Two Reasons Why Waiting a Year Could Cost You

Tue, Oct 19th 2021 1:42 pm by Gracen Tilton Charleston SC Real Estate

If you’re a renter & want to become a homeowner, or a homeowner who’s decided your current house no longer fits your needs, you may be hoping that waiting a year might mean better market conditions to purchase a home.

To determine if you should buy now or wait, you need to ask yourself two simple questions:

What will home prices be like in 2022? And, where will mortgage rates be by the end of 2022?

Let’s shed some light on the answers to both of these questions.

Gracen Tilton | Marshall Walker Real Estate | 582 Rutledge Avenue | operations@marshallwalker.com | 803-549-6318

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Oct 19 2021

1:42 pm

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Rooms with a Boo: 10 Haunted South Carolina Inns

Thu, Oct 14th 2021 12:07 pm by Gracen Tilton Charleston SC Real Estate

South Carolina's historic hotels & inns offer a wide array of uniqueness; sometimes of the ghostly kind.

If you're looking for a room with an extra guest, there are plenty of spirited options good for delivering a few chills of paranormal action.

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Oct 14 2021

12:07 pm

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High End Kitchens & Luxurious Bathrooms are Post Pandemic Must Haves

Thu, Oct 7th 2021 10:54 am by Gracen Tilton Charleston SC Real Estate

In an attempt to social distance, homeowners spent a lot more time in their homes last year, especially in their kitchens cooking, cleaning, and eating well.

Zillow Research analyzed closed home sales in the United States over the past two years and found homes with features related to high-end kitchens and luxurious bathrooms in their listing descriptions sold for more than otherwise expected.

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Oct 7 2021

10:54 am

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Prost! Oktoberfest Events Right Here in Charleston

Wed, Oct 6th 2021 4:35 pm by Gracen Tilton Charleston SC Real Estate

Oktoberfest is happening now in Charleston, and local spots are breaking it down Bavarian-style with brats, pretzels, and brews galore.

It’s time to bust out your lederhosen and welcome Oktoberfest, a traditional German fall festival that’s perhaps better known to most Americans as the biggest beer fest of the year.

Whether this is your first Oktoberfest or you’re a seasoned sauerkraut fiend, join us in raising a bierstein mug to these Oktoberfest events right here in town.

Cheers, or, as the Germans say, “Prost!”

Gracen Tilton | Marshall Walker Real Estate | 582 Rutledge Avenue | operations@marshallwalker.com | 803-549-6318

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Oct 6 2021

4:35 pm

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South Carolina Real Estate Market Cooling Off After Busy Summer

Thu, Sep 23rd 2021 10:34 am by Gracen Tilton Charleston SC Real Estate

The real estate market in South Carolina is cooling down, according to a report from the South Carolina Realtors.

The report revealed 9,670 homes were sold across South Carolina in August, a 0.2% drop compared to this time last year when 9,686 homes were sold.

The report showed that statewide median sales price increased by almost 13% to $285,000. In 2020, the median sales price was $252,000.

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Sep 23 2021

10:34 am

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Where to Find the Perfect Patch to Pick the Perfect Pumpkin

Fri, Sep 17th 2021 12:52 pm by Gracen Tilton Charleston SC Real Estate

With Halloween coming up, it’s officially pumpkin season and there is no shortage of pumpkin patches in Charleston this year.

There is always something nostalgic about traipsing through the dirt + vines to pick out the perfect jack-o-lantern. Aside from having hundreds of options to choose from, many pumpkin patches also boast other niceties like fresh jams, apple cider, hayrides, corn mazes and haunted houses.

Here’s a look at all of the pumpkin patches happening around the Lowcountry this fall!

Gracen Tilton | Marshall Walker Real Estate | 582 Rutledge Avenue | operations@marshallwalker.com | 803-549-6318

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Sep 17 2021

12:52 pm

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How to Come Up with the Downpayment for Purchasing a Home

Mon, Sep 13th 2021 3:47 pm by Gracen Tilton Charleston SC Real Estate

Most Americans want to own a home, but the down payment required to purchase a house makes owning property, difficult.

Coming up with the cash for the down payment is particularly challenging for people who have never owned a home before.

In this article, we review some of the most common methods used to come up with the cash needed for your next home purchase down payment.

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Sep 13 2021

3:47 pm

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Appraisal Gap: When a Home’s Value Is Lower Than Your Offer

Tue, Sep 7th 2021 4:15 pm by Gracen Tilton Charleston SC Real Estate

When you buy a house, your mortgage lender will require an appraisal. Sometimes the lender's appraiser says the property is worth less than you've offered to pay. An “appraisal gap” is when there is a difference between the appraised value of a home and the purchase price in the sales contract.

When a home does not appraise at value, the gap between the appraised value and the contract price must be resolved. The transaction cannot move forward without a resolution.

However, as a buyer looking to purchase a home in this competitive market, there are a few options to cover your appraisal contingency or appraisal gap, in order to get your deal to closing!

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Sep 7 2021

4:15 pm

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Weekend Getaway: Spend the Day in Goose Creek

Fri, Aug 20th 2021 12:31 pm by Gracen Tilton Charleston SC Real Estate

You know the city of Goose Creek - Charleston’s next-door neighbor, just a ~30 minute drive up I26W. But did you know that it’s one of the fastest-growing cities in SC?

Goose Creek’s growth is fueled by a burgeoning development + a redevelopment scene: The city of Goose Creek has launched it's 10-year comprehensive plan, which will help further shape the city and nearby towns by adding local dining and shopping to further complete this close-knit Southern community.

With some pro-tips from the locals, here is a day trip guide to Goose Creek with what to see, eat + do — so all you have to do is hop in the car and go.

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Aug 20 2021

12:31 pm

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Charleston holds on as SC’s largest city, but its Nearby Towns are Booming

Fri, Aug 13th 2021 9:53 am by Gracen Tilton Charleston SC Real Estate

Charleston has done it again. After officially eclipsing Columbia as South Carolina’s largest city back in 2017, the Holy City will get to hold onto those bragging rights.

The population in the city of Charleston has now surpassed 150,000, according to 2020 estimates released Thursday by the U.S. Census Bureau.

But a closer look at the numbers show Charleston isn’t the only place in the Lowcountry on the move in the Palmetto State, when it comes to size and growth rate.

And Charleston residents don’t have to look far to find those growing areas. Five of South Carolina’s ten largest cities and towns can be found in the Charleston metro area.

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Aug 13 2021

9:53 am

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Beloved Neighborhood Restaurant Park Cafe Changes Name, Menu, Vibes

Mon, Aug 9th 2021 11:54 am by Gracen Tilton Charleston SC Real Estate

Wagener Terrace restaurant, Park Cafe, has reopened as dinner-focused eatery Park & Grove.

During the pandemic, fewer people dined out for lunch and breakfast, so Park Cafe owner, wanted to focus on evening services.

After bringing on the former executive chef at Peninsula Grill, the Park & Grove team completely remade the dining room into a sleek, seductive restaurant + completely revamped the menu in only a matter of only weeks.

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Aug 9 2021

11:54 am

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Major Changes Coming For Highway 41 in Mt Pleasant

Fri, Aug 6th 2021 4:23 pm by Gracen Tilton Charleston SC Real Estate

After four years of controversy and changing plans, Charleston County has rolled out a new concept to improve the densely traveled S.C. Highway 41 in Mount Pleasant. They're calling this, “a road to compromise.”

It’s a $148 million plan that drops some of the most controversial parts of the last concept — the earlier proposed widening of Dunes West Boulevard — and a complex new interchange at U.S. Highway 17 and Highway 41.

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Aug 6 2021

4:23 pm

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To Renovate or Not To Renovate Before You Sell

Thu, Aug 5th 2021 10:06 am by Gracen Tilton Charleston SC Real Estate

When thinking about selling, homeowners often feel they need to get their house ready with some remodeling to make it more appealing to buyers.

However, with so many buyers competing for available homes right now, renovations may not be as vital as they would be in a more normal market.

Click the link below for a list of items to keep in mind if you’re thinking of selling this year.

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Aug 5 2021

10:06 am

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