Charleston National  in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina ~ Market SnapShot There are currently 36 Active Listings We currently have 8 under contract or pending. In February we saw 0 have a successful closing and so far in March we had 3 closings.  Status Total Avg Price Avg $ Per Sqft Median Low High Avg DOM ACT 36 $364,972 $168.27 $349,900 $250,000 $750,000 147 If you are looking to purchase a home in Charleston National, please feel free to contact us. Thanks for your time and attention. ***************************************** We proudly serve and sell real estate in and around all of Charleston, SC.  If you are thinking about purchasing or selling your home in Charleston, Johns Island, James Island, Folly Beach, Kiawah Island, Seabrook Island, West Ashley, Mount Pleasant, Isle of Palms... 03/24/2009

Rivertowne in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina ~ Market SnapShot There are currently 82 Active Listings We currently have 10 under contract or pending. In February we saw 2 have a successful closing and so far in March we had 2 closings.  Status Total Avg Price Avg $ Per Sqft Median Low High Avg DOM ACT 82 $616,220 $188.92 $499,450 $249,900 $2,499,000 178 If you are looking to purchase a home in Rivertowne, please feel free to contact us. Thanks for your time and attention. ***************************************** We proudly serve and sell real estate in and around all of Charleston, SC.  If you are thinking about purchasing or selling your home in Charleston, Johns Island, James Island, Folly Beach, Kiawah Island, Seabrook Island, West Ashley, Mount Pleasant, Isle of Palms, Sullivans Isla... 03/24/2009

I had not seen this video until a friend sent it to me.  It tugged at my heart. So, I thought that maybe some of you Active Rainers may have not seen it either.   It definitely isn't funny, but it is inspiring and uplifting -- at least, to me.       The AgentOwned Realty serves your real estate needs for: Charleston, Johns Island, James Island, Mt. Pleasant, Isle of Palms, Sullivan's Island, Daniel Island, North Charleston, Summerville, Goose Creek, Moncks Corner, Santee, Manning, Sumter, Florence.  & Myrtle Beach, all in South Carolina     03/23/2009

    "A Step Back in Time" "A Step Back in Time" is what one experiences if they visit this year's Designer House. This is the name that has been given to this year's event.  Each year the largest fundraiser for the Charleston Symphony Orchestra is the Designer Showhouse.  This year's choice is an old historic home in downtown Charleston, SC at the corner of East Bay Street and George Street. The home, formerly the Maison Du Pre Inn, is located at 317 East Bay Street and is actually for sale for $4,890,000. Two real estate companies in Charleston have co-listed the property---Carriage Properties and Tyler Bergin of AgentOwned Realty. The historic home place consists of 5 houses over 3 parcels of land. Each of the 5 houses (3 Charleston single houses and 2 carriage houses were restored be... 03/22/2009

  Tears for my Friends Today has been most stressful.  The tears have come from being so concerned about several of my family members (AgentOwned agent/owners).                                                           Today has left me to wonder why.  Why my office -- my little family of agents  -- why? OK, what I'm talking about is this: About 7 months ago, agent/owner Ernie had kidney cancer.  They removed a kidney and said they had "gotten it all".  After the surgery, he did great and was back up working and feeling good.  Then, about 2 months ago he was having problems with his stomach swelling so he went back to the doctor only to find out that his cancer had returned and this time in his stomach.  He has been in such bad shape -- is going thru chemo now -- he has 2 more treatment... 03/20/2009

 Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina Condo / TownHome Market Snapshot There are currently 1544 Active Listings in the Mt. Pleasant area, of which 447 are Condos / TownHomes. We currently have 50 under contract or pending. In February we saw 12 have a successful closing and so far in March we had 7 closings.   Status Total Avg Price Avg $ Per Sqft Median Low High Avg DOM ACT/CNT 447 $370,096 $215.52 $230,000 $99,000 $2,450,000 195  If you are looking to purchase in the Mount Pleasant area, please feel free to contact us. Thanks for your time and attention. ***************************************** We proudly serve and sell real estate in and around all of Charleston, SC.  If you are thinking about purchasing or selling your home in Charleston, Johns Island, James Island, Folly Beach, Kiawah Isl... 03/19/2009

Scheduled for March 21, 2009 this gung-ho fundraiser is a must see for this Charlestonian. The Stampede is a 100 yard dash and the participants (women and men) must wear high heels no less than 3". This event will be held in Mt. Pleasant on Houston Northcutt Blvd. The 1st place winner will receive prizes that total more than $10,000.  Check out www.stilettostampede.com for more information and to register. The Event in a Nutshell: When: Saturday, March 21, 2009 Time: 8:00am Where:Houston Northcutt in Mt. Pleasant, SC Rules:      The stilettos must be at least 3" All heels must be attached to win the prize money You must sign a liability waiver and a release How Far?: 100 yards Cost: $30 fee My Bet: My money is on Craig Rutman to win: ***************************************** We proudly ... 03/18/2009

If You Are A Charleston South Carolina Buyers Agent Working In Mt Pleasant, You Need To Know These Facts! 3/16/2009 This blog examines trends in the single family detached home market in Mt Pleasant SC for the first 2.5 months of 2009 compared to the same period in 06, 07 and 08.  Or, this data is a look at  "how are we doing so far?" compared to the same time periods for the three previous years.  The exact dates used for each year were 1/1/year to 3/13/year. Number of Homes Sold: In the first 2.5 months of 2006 (237) single family detached homes sold in Mt Pleasant SC, in 07 (218) sold, in 08 (164) sold, and in 09 only(103) sold.  From 2006 to 2009 that is a 57% decline in the number of homes sold in the first 2.5 months. Average Price Per Square Foot: In the first 2.5 months of 2006,... 03/16/2009

Greg Flanagan of RE/MAX Advanced Realty in Mount Pleasant SC is the consumate professional. Putting your needs before his, Greg will seamlessly help you through the sale or purchase of your next home. Whether a first time buyer or the seasoned investor Greg's knowledge of the local market and his daily activities keep him abreast of ever changing market conditions. If you're serious about buying or selling real estate in this market give Greg a call today.  Testimonials I highly recommend Greg Flanagan as a Realtor. Greg was patient with our tri-county home search and worked with us virtually before our move to the Charleston area to help us locate neighborhoods and homes that best matched our requirements.  Once in Charleston, Greg was patient with our extensive search, including assis... 03/14/2009

A Few of My Favorite Quotes   "The people on our planet are not standing in a line single file.  Look closely. Everyone is really standing in a circle, holding hands.  Whatever you give to the person standing next to you, it eventually comes back to you." Author unknown   "Well done is better than well said."  Benjamin Franklin   My absolute favorite:  "If one advances confidently in the direction of their dreams, and endeavors to lead a life which they have imagined, they will meet with a Success unexpected in common hours." By Henry David Thoreau   Until later --- The AgentOwned Realty serves your real estate needs for: Charleston, Johns Island, James Island, Mt. Pleasant, Isle of Palms, Sullivan's Island, Daniel Island, North Charleston, Summerville, Goose Creek, Moncks Corner, Sante... 03/14/2009

  Some Events East of the Cooper Swim reunion The Snee Farm swim team will have a reunion at the club --- they have invited all past and present swimmers to participate in the celebration --- March 28, 2009  4-6pm for information visit Snee Farm Swim Team Tennis Tournament -- tennis players of all ages     and experience levels are invited to play in the annual Clement Morey Tennis Tournament at the Mt. Pleasant Tennis Complex on March 27-29, 2009. For more information, visit their web site:  Town of Mt. Pleasant Mt. Pleasant annual Art Fest ---March 21, 2009  noon - 4pm --- At Towne Centre. Families are invited --- Free event.     The AgentOwned Realty serves your real estate needs for: Charleston, Johns Island, James Island, Mt. Pleasant, Isle of Palms, Sullivan's Island, Daniel Islan... 03/14/2009

  A woman was trying hard to get the catsup to come out of the bottle.     During her struggle the phone rang so she asked her four-year-old daughter to answer the phone.    "It's the minister, Mommy," the child said to her mother.    Then she added, "Mommy can't come to the phone right now.  She's hitting the bottle."   The AgentOwned Realty serves your real estate needs for: Charleston, Johns Island, James Island, Mt. Pleasant, Isle of Palms, Sullivan's Island, Daniel Island, North Charleston, Summerville, Goose Creek, Moncks Corner, Santee, Manning, Sumter, Florence.  & Myrtle Beach, all in South Carolina 03/13/2009

  Don't Slam the Newbies for Ignorance    I have been reading a lot of blogs lately   about those in Active Rain who do not follow the rules.  The issue just may be that we don't really know the rules.  I have to admit to you that I am just still learning the rules. What is Localism and how do you post to it and what do you post there? Having been on AR since September, I did not really do anything with it until the end of January 2009 when Rebecca Levinson held a day long seminar on Social Internet Networking.  Rebecca inspired me to get out there. Thanks to Residential Mortgage of SC for hosting that day long event with Rebecca.     So, of course I know what the word localism means, but wasn't sure at all how to use it on Active Rain .  Only about 2 weeks ago did I really understand w... 03/13/2009

Dog Goes for the Ice Cream Some of you have seen "Nellie" before --- she is my beloved chocolate lab.  The following photos were taken a couple of nights ago while our granddaughter,Eliza, was visiting us. You cannot tell, but Eliza is eating ice cream and Nellie really wanted to get Eliza to share with her. Eliza and Nellie are favorites with me.                                   The AgentOwned Realty serves your real estate needs for: Charleston, Johns Island, James Island, Mt. Pleasant, Isle of Palms, Sullivan's Island, Daniel Island, North Charleston, Summerville, Goose Creek, Moncks Corner, Santee, Manning, Sumter, Florence.  & Myrtle Beach, all in South Carolina 03/11/2009

  84 Year Old Gets Ride of Her Life There is so much negative in the news and newspapers that most days I don't even want to look at the paper or listen to the news. But, today, in our paper there was an article about a 84 year old lady who received a most memorable birthday gift. The story goes that this lady had talked about an experience that she had as a teenager -- that was a ride on a motorcycle.  Apparently she talked of this often and for her entire life. Lung cancer has claimed most of her strength and a few strokes had robbed her mind of short-term memories. So, when her daughter was trying to come up with something for her birthday that was unique, she had the idea of getting her mother a ride on a motorcycle.  One big problem -- she didn't know anyone with a motorcycle.  She... 03/09/2009

  Want to Live? - Personal Story    Personal story for you ladies and men - this story has been told before, but I did not get many comments and it was back in Oct. 2008 when I was brand new to AR.  I felt inspired to tell it again after reading Judy Jennings' blog today. I feel that I would like to share with you the details of my cancer scare----so that it may help or save you or one of your loved ones. Although mammograms are very important - critical- they don't always find the "c" --- I had a suspicious spot on a mammogram which led to a needle biopsy which lead to a lumpectomy -- The result of the lumpectomy was that there was something suspicious on the very edge of what was taken out, so the surgeon wanted to go back and get a larger piece. My Husband, Boyd & I did not have to t... 03/08/2009

  AgentOwned Realty Big Supporter of Mt. Pleasant Community The Mt. Pleasant agent/owners have always been so community oriented.  At any suggestions as to a type of support, they are all over it. Red, White & Blue Fridays are big --- we all wear red, white & blue to show our support of our troops who give their lives so that we can have our freedom. Christmas stockings for the troops overseas were prepared by our agent/owners. Habitat for Humanity --- this is a great cause and a couple of years ago, we were able to raise enough money to build a house all by ourselves. East Cooper Community Outreach --- our agent/owners were a large part of raising The $1,000,000 they needed in order to be able to continue their service to the people of our community who can't afford, medical care, dent... 03/07/2009

  MEASURING A FLAG POLE         Ray & Bubba ( Redneck mechanical engineers) were standing at the base of a flagpole, looking up. A blond haired woman walked by and asked what they were doing.   'We're supposed to find the height of the flagpole,' said Bubba, 'but we don't have a ladder.' The woman took a wrench from her purse, loosened a few bolts, and laid the pole down.  Then she took a tape measure from her pocket, took a measurement, announced, 'Eighteen feet, six inches,'  and walked away. Ray shook his head and laughed. 'Ain't that just like a dumb blonde woman! We ask for the height and she gives us the length!' Bubba and Ray are currently working for our government.      This joke was sent to my by one of my agents --- thanks Susie. The AgentOwned Realty serves your real estate ... 03/06/2009

I'On Biznet is hosting the 3rd annual St. Patricks Day Celebration on Saturday, March 14 from 3 -7 Pm. All ages are welcome.  The festivities will take place on The Sqaure in the shopping area of I'On in Mt. Pleasant. O'brion's Pub will have drink specials and an outdoor band.  The Square Onion will be hosting St. Paddy's Day to benefit the Wild Heir Labrador Rescue.  The Market will also have street vendors and live music. Come and Join the fun!  I'On is located off of Hwy 17 at Shelmore Blvd. 03/04/2009

  A Beautiful Video   It came to me as a Power Point and I have tried to convert it to You Tube.   I was not successful with that. It is so beautiful that I wanted to share with my AR friends.  Does anyone out there know how I can share a Power Point with you on AR?     The AgentOwned Realty serves your real estate needs for: Charleston, Johns Island, James Island, Mt. Pleasant, Isle of Palms, Sullivan's Island, Daniel Island, North Charleston, Summerville, Goose Creek, Moncks Corner, Santee, Manning, Sumter & Florence.  all in South Carolina 03/04/2009