Archive for February, 2010

The Remodeling of a home in Fort Johnson Estates

Fort Johnson Estates is an older neighborhood, the lots are larger, has some wonderful large oak trees scattered through the neighborhood, however, don’t be mislead in thinking that because the homes look very traditional you will find outdated properties, many of the homes have been remodeled inside. below is my photo blog of one of [...]


659 Fairspring

Lovely home in Schieveling Plantation Open floor plan with soaring ceilings, gas logs never used, in the family room. One of the most popular floor plans in Schieveling. Plus the best value. A one story home with soaring vaulted ceilings in the family room where entertaining your guest in this open floor plan is so [...]


Why Carolina one? (continued)

One of the great things about our office on James Island is the sharing of information, the pictures above are of Dan Mengedoht sharing his knowledge on a point presentation about using technology to become more productive. In today’s market we have to be fully educated on the statistics on the market place so our [...]


Loan Modification

Top Five Myths About Loan Modification  •MYTH #1: My bank wants me out of my house. My bank wants my home. •Banks and other lending institutions do not want to foreclose.  They earn more money if you can make your payments. When they foreclose, they not only lose your monthly payments, but they also have [...]


Real Estate history

Hi Everybody,  My name is Sheila Gianatos and I have been in the real estate business for thirty years, so as you can imagine I’ve seen all the changes and it has been an exciting journey.  In the 70′s and 80′s it was all about the broker or owner of the company. They did all [...]


Utilizing text messaging with our clients

•E-mail may be the norm, but don’t underestimate the popularity of texting and instant messaging for soon becoming a routine way to communicate with clients, field their questions and deliver the latest available information on properties.• “One of the first things to ask when we meet new clients is if they can receive text on [...]


Case Shiller Future Prices

This study was done last year, however, even though the projected bottom of the market was in November of 2009.  the results are two fold.  Yes, the market did pick up and start on an upword swing regarding the number of sales, although because of all the forclosures and short sales the prices in many [...]


Snow in Charleston

It snowed in Charleston SC. last night February,13th 2010 first time since  1989 the year of Hugo. This snowman was built in West Ashley by some of my grandaughter friends.


Sunrise at Folly

This is Sunrise at Folly Beach SC, a wonderful place to live or vacation with your family. This picture was taken from one of the decks at Charleston Ocean Front Villas.Pier 1


Why Carolina One?

Whether you’re new in the Real estate business or an Agent ready to take your business to the next level, Carolina one is the place to be.  In todays market it is all about the consumer, as the market has changed so has the way we do business, our consumer is more knowledgeable, able to [...]