Bluffton Real Estate News

Changes Are On Horizon For Real Estate Agent Pay Structure

  I have said it many times before and I will say it again now ... “real estate commissions are negotiable, they always have been, and they always will be.” As I write this article, there are …

Tips To “Step Up” In Basis, And Why It Is Important...

When someone owns an asset when they pass on, the “basis” they have in the asset, for income tax purposes and capital gains tax purposes, is “stepped-up” to the date of death value.   This …

No Mixed Messages: Bluffton Real Estate Scene Still Dynamic

If you’ve been chatting with neighbors or tuning into local buzz, you might’ve heard mixed messages about the real estate scene here in Bluffton. As someone who’s always been keen on …

Why more vacation rental hosts are becoming landlords

TurboTenant reveals that due to uncertain cash flow, heavier regulation, and rising costs, many hosts are pulling their listings from short-term vacation rental sites and transforming their properties into mid- and long-term rentals.
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The 10 most affordable cities for renters who need childcare

Redfin looked at the combined monthly cost of rent and childcare, ranking the 10 most affordable cities for residents making the local median income.

Median home values continue to climb; here's a state-by-state look

Experian reveals that median home values have climbed by 65% in some states over the past five years, while average mortgage balances have increased as much as 39%.

Where Americans can find the largest or coziest apartments

RentCafe.com lists the cities that lead the way in apartment sizes, which are on the rise in the U.S. and now average 908 square feet.

LOFT App by RealPage Drives Financial Wellness for Renters

LOFT App by RealPage Drives Financial Wellness for Renters
(NewsUSA) - Demand for apartments is at a record high, with renters signing new leases and renewing their existing stays in droves. Residents’ expectations have also increased as they want their …

State laws require rent receipts: Did you give or get one this month?

TurboTenant explores what rent receipts are, how different cities and states legislate them, and the importance of integrating payments with property management software to help landlords streamline their processes.
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Beware Of The Flaws Of Beneficiary Designations
There are certain types of assets that can be titled with a named beneficiary. A beneficiary is a person (or persons) who will inherit the asset upon the death of the asset’s owner. Most banks or …
Keep Your Home Show Ready While Your Home Is For Sale
When you are ready to sell your home, “staging, staging, staging” (just like “location, location, location”), will play a very important role in getting your house sold faster and for a …
Do Sellers And The Listing Agent Stay In The Home During Showings?
The answers to the above question is NO, YES and MAYBE. NO!   Most of the showings will be by Buyer Agents. That’s because with 2,200+ agents out there, there’s a good chance   that some of …
‘Self-Help’ And Estate Planning Does Not Mix Well
Today, the internet gives us access to a world of information.   There is the promise of do-it-yourself everything from medical issues to legal issues, and more, delivered to you at the click of a …
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Understanding Beaufort Country Property Tax Reassessment
726 Dreamscape Drive, Sun City Beaufort County’s property tax reassessment notices have started arriving in mailboxes, causing a wave of questions, comments, and concerns.     The County …

What the history of ZIP codes reveals about the most in-demand neighborhoods in the US

Spokeo conducted an analysis using data from Realtor.com to explore the most sought-after ZIP codes in the United States and homebuyers.

$1K a month to live in a shipping container: SLC's cautionary tale of making homes out of cargo boxes

The Salt Lake Tribune reports on a project to create a six-story apartment complex out of recycled metal boxes.

Can you live in a commercial property?

NEXT helps small business owners understand the zoning laws that determine if they can live where they work.

Cities pioneering smart tech and sustainability: San Francisco, NYC, and D.C. among America's top smart cities of 2025

CoworkingCafe analyzed more than 370 U.S. cities across 13 key metrics to identify America's top smart cities in 2025.

Point2Homes shares insights about real estate inventory based on its build-to-rent report.

Point2Homes shares insights about real estate inventory based on its build-to-rent report.
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Does your neighborhood sound expensive? Here's how names impact real estate prices.

Spokeo examined data from Redfin and other sources to see how neighborhood names influence property values.

Tariff whiplash and HUD cuts could cripple affordable housing development

Next City reports developers indicate increasing construction costs and cuts to federal funding will upend America's affordable housing progress.

4 advanced strategies for real estate investors to maximize returns

Range breaks down four advanced strategies that will help you build a smart, tax-efficient, and diversified portfolio.

12 of the most affordable places to live in the US in 2025

MakeMyMove shares the 12 most affordable places to live in the U.S. in 2025 based on average home prices, rental rates, and testimonials from locals.

Florida’s new condo laws recognize the total price of living on the beach

Nearly a million Florida property owners are facing a deadline, as associations are required to have their buildings inspected and assess the funds for repairing them.

Tips for Homeowners to Make Summer Home Projects More Affordable

Planning to improve your home can be easier when you know you can cover the costs.
(NAPSI)—If you’re like most American homeowners, you are eager to enhance and update your living space. According to a 2024 U.S. Houzz & Home study, the median planned budget for most …

Moving Resources For Military Families

Military families can master their next move with support from SmartMove’s online resources.
(NAPSI)—Military families and veterans know that relocating loved ones when PCS orders arrive can be stressful—but there are steps you can take to make things easier.   Keeping Military …