As colder weather sets in, demand for space heaters increases. Nearly half of all home heating fires occur during December, January and February. Space heaters are economical, easy to use and a …

In the Lowcountry real estate market, timing is often discussed in seasons—but that framework can be misleading. While spring is commonly viewed as the ideal moment to buy or sell, market data and …

We hope everyone is enjoying the cooler mornings as we work our way into the fall. As the weather cools, your warm-season lawn (Bermuda, St. Augustine, Zoysia, or Centipede) will begin its natural …

Much forethought should go into deciding to get a puppy of any breed or mix. Of course, puppies are adorable. Even if you weren’t specifically looking for one when you went to a rescue or a …

They say you never get a second chance to make a first impression—and in real estate, that couldn’t be truer. One of the simplest, most affordable ways to enhance your home’s curb …

Across the Lowcountry of South Carolina, the real estate market is seeing an increase in available inventory, with listings up roughly 25% through August, compared to the same time last year. While …

The Town of Bluffton, in partnership with Clemson University Extension, has confirmed the presence of yellow-legged hornet nests in several locations around Bluffton, including one near the …

Inside cooking – in the kitchen: With all the people and activity going on at Thanksgiving, it’s important to keep the kitchen safe. Did you know that according to the National Fire …

On Oct. 22nd, I had the pleasure of presenting “Free Your Photos: From Phone or Camera to Photo Book” at the Hilton Head Plantation Community. About 60 people joined me for an …

Whether you have a new puppy or have just adopted an adult dog, you’ll find that some behaviors are universal while others can differ greatly. Dogs use both their nose and mouth to explore …

Hilton Head Island resident and author, Frank Lazarus, has released The Coligny Beach Murders, the seventh book in his popular Brown and McNeil Mystery Series. A native of Philadelphia and …

Happy October! We hope everyone was able to weather the recent wet and windy weather. We saw a few branches down and lots of leaves and smaller twigs on the ground. Removing debris from the lawn in a …

As fall arrives in the Lowcountry, a quieter season is unfolding — and in the financial markets, a subtle shift is underway that could impact local real estate. After several years of …

What does it take to become a Canine Good Citizenn (CGC)? First, temperament is critical. The dog should welcome attention from strangers without being ill-behaved. Dogs that are shy with strangers …

Keeping your Halloween safe is important and there are some scary statistics out there. Children are twice as likely to die on Halloween than any other day of the year. With more children out on the …

I hope everyone had a great labor day and had some time to enjoy their outdoor space, while we caught a break in rainfall. Following the rainfall from last month, we have also had a slight break in …

September is Save Your Photos Month, a global campaign dedicated to helping families protect their treasured photo and video memories before disaster strikes. Living in the Lowcountry, we know …

The Coastal Discovery Museum will hold its annual Fall Native Plant Sale on Oct. 4th at Honey Horn, offering a range of trees and perennials suited to the Lowcountry landscape. The sale is …

History and hospitality will come together this fall as the Historic Bluffton Foundation opens the doors of some of the town’s most treasured homes. The 2025 Historic Bluffton Foundation Tour …

We take for granted that small appliances are safe, but in fact they can be dangerous if you are not careful. Microwaves: Never use an extension cord with a microwave – plug it directly …