Mike's Blog

I need to know if anyone out there knows a insurance company who helps or specializes in insuring properties with major defects.  I have a deal that is falling a part because we cannot find a home owner's policy that will cover a certain aspect of the home. My seller has a home with a defect and ...

I am in serious need of a policy to help friends buy and sell real estate.  It seems every time I help a friend something goes wrong and it's my fault or it's expected that I will reduce my commission. Last week I had dinner with a friend and his wife and we talked real estate.  I mentioned a hom...

Well the season is over.  I must say working with 3 year olds was a challenge but it was fun.  I can say getting to know each kid was great and a reward.  I thought most 3 year old kids were pretty much the same but I learned that is not even close to true.  Every member of the team was different...

I had a listing appointment this morning that has really stuck with me all day.  First all I can say is that I really feel for the guy and would like to help him but I am not sure I can. The neighborhood was in bad shape but the house was 10 times worse.  I approach the door and there is a sign t...

Wonderful home with backyard retreat!!! $89,900 302 Cooksmount Road, West Columbia SC Features: 3 bedroomsFamily room features fireplace, crown molding and door to back yardLarge kitchen with updated cabinets, disposal, refrigerator, dishwasher and microwaveMaster bedroom features a ceiling fan ...

The season is now past the half way point and I am having a blast.  I can say that my first head coaching experience has been one of the best things I have ever done.  The kids are great and every week they grasp more about soccer, religion and being part of a team.Most people do not believe that...

Kids Day 2008 is coming.  It is a great time and worth the trip to Lexington.  There are games, events, performers, booths, guest and much, much more.  If you are planning on going enter the walk.  You get a cool shirt and you can tell your child or childern that they are helping a good cause.  F...

Well tonight was the first practice of my soccer team.  I am the "head coach" of my daughter's 3 year old soccer team.  It was trully organized chaos and more importantly it was a blast.  We worked on passing and shooting.  Most of the time we talked about expectations and what to expect.  Our fi...

I wrote a blog about an upcoming primary and who I am supporting and why and asked another agent to preview it.  He agreed with my support and my reasons but he said I should not post it because people may disagree.  Well after talking to several other agents I am starting to wonder if he is righ...

Welcome home!!! $175,000 112 Muirfield Drive, Columbia SC Features: 4 Bedrooms, 2 BathsFormal dining room with heavy molding, hardwood floors & wood shuttersUpdated kitchen with hardwood floors, black appliances and solid surface counter topsFamily room with heavy molding, fireplace, wood shutte...