If you’re buying or selling in South Carolina, one of the first questions you’ll ask is: What’s the market doing right now? From Charleston’s high-end coastal homes to Orangeburg’s affordable living, every market tells a different story. At Carolina Properties, our focus is on Lake Marion waterfront homes in Santee, SC, but understanding nearby markets like Charleston, Columbia, Orangeburg, and...
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MethodologyTo estimate current sale prices for single‑family homes in Charleston, Orangeburg, Columbia, Santee and Greenville, South Carolina, I gathered data from late‑2025 market reports produced by Realtors and local MLS‑affiliated blogs (e.g., Realtor.com, Redfin, The Cassina Group, The Clarion Ledger and local real‑estate blogs). Most reports give median sale prices rather than averages; when...
A quiet title action is a legal proceeding filed in court to establish clear ownership of a property and “quiet” any challenges or disputes to the title.In simpler terms, it’s a lawsuit that clears up ownership when there are questions about who really owns a property. Once the court rules, the winning party holds “marketable title,” meaning they can sell, refinance, or transfer the property...
Riparian water rights are the legal rights of landowners whose property touches a natural body of water — such as a river, stream, or lake — to make reasonable use of that water. /*! elementor - v3.23.0 - 15-07-2024 */ .elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image...
Restrictive covenants are rules written into a property’s deed or community documents that limit how you can use the property. /*! elementor - v3.23.0 - 15-07-2024 */ .elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image...
When you’re ready to sell your home in the Santee and Lake Marion area, the agent you choose can make all the difference. From setting the right price to marketing your home effectively and negotiating strong offers, sellers need someone who truly knows the local market. That’s why so many homeowners turn to Becky Armstrong with Carolina Properties at Lake Marion. Becky is more than just a listing...
The three main types of property rights in real estate are:Right of Possession – The legal right to own and occupy property.Right of Control/Use – The right to use the property as you wish (within the law and restrictions).Right of Disposition/Transfer – The right to sell, lease, or transfer ownership. /*! elementor - v3.23.0 - 15-07-2024...
The quick answer: A REALTOR® is a licensed real estate agent or broker who is also a member of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) and follows its Code of Ethics. A broker is a real estate professional with advanced licensing who can manage agents and run their own brokerage.Every REALTOR® can be an agent or broker — but not every broker is a REALTOR®.In South Carolina, buyers and sellers...
A title search is the process of reviewing public records to confirm a property’s legal ownership and to uncover any issues — like liens, unpaid taxes, easements, or ownership disputes — that could affect the sale.In South Carolina, every real estate closing must be handled by an attorney. As part of that process, the attorney (or a title company working with them) conducts a title search to ensure...
Real estate comes with its own language — and if you’re buying or selling a home around Lake Marion, you’ll hear these terms constantly.Real estate terms are the words and phrases that describe the process, documents, and players in a property transaction.From “MLS” to “closing disclosure,” these terms can feel overwhelming. But understanding them is essential for protecting your money and...