Blog Hilton Head

By Todd Brooks

Indications show that the 2010 rental season will be better than the 2009!

The landscape of the vacation rental industry has changed over the last several years.  The trend has been to book vacation plans closer to arrival date.  The vast amount of information available on the Internet has enabled the potential guest to check availability and have numerous selections to choose from, eliminating the “sense of urgency” that we experienced in the prior years.  As the economy weakened, the mindset of the traveler was to hang on to their money as long as possible. Read the rest of this entry

For more information, contact:
Walt Molony 202-383-1177 wmolony@realtors.org

Fourth Quarter Existing-Home Sales Surge in Most States, Prices Up in More Areas

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REALTOR� Magazine-Daily News-Vacant Lots Become Hot Property.

A natural high. 

The Hilton Head bridge allows all those that cross over a chance to transition.  Some are leaving behind their stress, others are reaching for more time together, while others are simply returning from Home Depot.  One of the best parts about living on an Island is that we have a bridge to remind us of the natural beauty that surrounds us.  Everytime we cross the bridge towards the Island, we get a natural high and are reminded  to slow down in life(and speed) as we hit the pavement.  So what does the bridge mean to its visitors, its residents and to you?

Parachute everything on arrival to the Island!

For Island visitors the bridge offers a chance to leave everything behind and start anew.  It can be seen in every visitors face as they cross over the bridge for more important things in life including time with family, time with nature and time to breathe.  The bridge allows all of us to parachute the things we wish to leave behind as we cross over to Hilton Head Island.

Jumpstart tired batteries!

For the second home owner, the bridge is a jumpstart to their tired batteries.  As this group heads over their bridge, they feel recharged as they head to their place of personal power.  The bridge gives them the chance to think about all the great things they work so hard for.  Crossing over the water triggers memories of all the wonderful things ahead.

The luckiest group of all!

For the full time resident, we are the luckiest group of all.  Sometimes though it takes crossing the bridge to remind us of everyting we have.  Perhaps it should be an “Islander Requirement”  to cross the bridge at least once a week to refresh our reasons for living here.

As you cross over the Hilton Head Island bridge, what are your thoughts?  It is my hope that as you cross over that you feel recharged, that you leave your stress behind and that you breathe a sigh of gratitude.   If you wish to join the luckiest group, email us at islandrealtor@hargray.com .

Get a free credit report today!

Now is an incredible time for you to purchase a new property or look at refinancing your current property. To be sure you do not miss out on this opportunity Mortgage Network is offering a free credit report with every consultation.

All credit reports are not the same!

It is important to note that while credit reports are available online, the scores do not accurately reflect your score when being considered for mortgage purposes. Liabilities are weighted differently when the report is done for mortgage purposes rather than informational purposes. Our report will give you immediate insight into the interest rates and terms that are available based on your score.

All you need is the attached form and we will issue a report immediately. This is a $30 value.  Simply print the form and fax back to 843-785-6404 to the attention of David Crowell.

Looking forward to an exciting 2010!

David Crowell
Senior Loan Officer
Mortgage Network, Inc.

dcrowell@mortgagenetwork.com
1000 William Hilton Parkway
Suite 205
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Office: 843-842-4004
Fax: 843-785-6404

Everyone wins with a direct rental!  The guest wins by saving money.  Listed below are some of the best rental properties in the area.  If you are interested in finding a rental property please feel free to visit any of these properties and contact the owners directly.  If you would, please let them know you found the property on Robbie’s Blog.   

The property owner wins by increasing revenues.  If you own a rental property anywhere on the Island and would like to post it on this website, please email us at robbie@robbiebunting.com.  If you do not yet have a rental website, we have a designer that  will help you design a VRBO rental website and get you up and running.  Even if you have a rental company, this will add money to your bottom line!

Palmetto Dunes Rent Direct Properties

VRBO 12546 – 164 Mooring Buoy – 2nd row home – 5 bedroom

VRBO 63500 – 47 Full Sweep – Near Ocean – 6 bedrooms

VRBO 54961 – 45 The Moorings – Near Oceand – 2 bedroom

VRBO 57151 – 8137 Wendover Dunes – Near Ocean – 3 bedroom

VRBO 55399- 309 Barrington Court – Oceanfront – 1 bedroom

VRBO 88402 - 823 Ocean Cove – Near Ocean – 2 bedrooms(pet friendly)

VRBO 34404 – 713 Barrington Park, Oceanside 1 Bedroom with waterfront pool.

VRBO 289626  – 7643 Huntington Villa – 4 bedrooms, big water views, flip flops to the beach!

Daufuskie Island Rent Direct Properties

VRBO 261962 – 1403 Sandy Lane – Oceanfront Penthouse – 3 bedroom

VRBO 204501 – 3802 Melrose Cottage – Oceanfront – 2 bedroom

VRBO 101835 – 35 Fuskie Lane – Oceanfront – 5 Bedroom home

North & South Forest Beach Rent Direct Properties

VRBO 274352 - 121 Dune Lane – Oceanfront – 5 bedroom new home

We need properties in the following areas:

Sea Pines Rent Direct Properties

Shipyard Rent Direct Properties

Folly Field and Singeleton Rent Direct Properties

We hope this service helps both the owner and the rental guest.  If you would like to purchase a rental property, please search our MLS here or visit some of the best properties we offer here!

Real Estate is moving again on Hilton Head Island!

We guage our business by our phone.  The phone is ringing again and already this year we have sold 4 properties.  Every indication shows that the pent up demand and consumer confidence will drive the market forward in the first six months on Hilton Head Island. 

Inventory levels will start dropping on Hilton Head by summer!

The market will most likely level off by summer, as we eat through some of this incredible inventory.  We will have difficulty meeting demand in the under $400,000 price point for Hilton Head Island villas and homes by summer.  As the market is building from the bottom up, we expect greater activity in the $400,000-plus market as more homeowners realize the stimulus is for them.  In fact, the high-end luxury market has shown an increase over the last 30 days and we should see these sales steadily climb into 2010. 

The statistics show the market is improving on Hilton Head!

Below are the sales comparisons for 2008 and 2009 for Beaufort County.  Although the year end totals are lower for 2009, it is clearly evident that the market has made the turn based on the last few months of sales and is building momentum.

Sales Statistics for BEAUFORT County South Carolina

Realist’s most recent recording date for this county is 01/05/2010

 Single Family Residences in Beaufort County

Sales Statistics for BEAUFORT County SC
Realist’s most recent recording date for this county is 01/05/2010

Single Family Residence Sales for Beauforty County

Time Period           Number of Sales 
 Nov 2009               229 
 Nov 2008               160 
 Oct 2009                270 
 Oct 2008                266 

 Condominium Sales for Beaufort County
 Time Period          Number of Sales 
 Nov 2009               69 
 Nov 2008               43 
 Oct 2009                56 
 Oct 2008                55 
 

We see opportunity everywhere on Hilton Head Island. 

My company is selling Real Estate on Hilton Head Island!  With over $10 million per month for the last four months we are building momentum.  There are currently properties offered for sale that are priced significantly less than they were two years ago and are priced below market today.  If you would like to recieve a list of these properties, please email us at robbie@robbiebunting.com .  2010 is all about timing and we look forward to working with you to achieve satisfaction and results.

All the best,

Robbie Bunting & Jane Hyers

www.robbiebunting.com

800-932-3652