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#1 – Go to the beach on Hilton Head

Get out on the Beach and enjoy the single most important reason we all love Hilton Head Island.  With over 12 miles of hard pack sand, the beach is perfect for a bike ride, a walk, a run or a nap!   The oceanfront resorts along the beach are perfect rest areas to recharge with a cool drink or lunch.  They include the Oceanfront Westin, The Marriott, The Hilton, Crystal Sands and Holiday Inn.

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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!

Dear Clients, Friends and Fellow Associates~

Listed below are some great ideas and restaurants for your Thanksgiving Day Feast on Hilton Head Island.  This list was put together by our friend and Realtor Beverly Serral after polling agents on the Island for their suggestions.  This is a great list of ideas that varied from someone’s home to a list of restaurants provided by the Chamber.  We will update this list for next year, so please feel free to share with us any additions or comments.        
 

Who is open for Thanksgiving Day on Hilton Head?

• Check Kenny B’s.  I think they were open last Thanksgiving and they are awesome!!
• CQ’s and Old Fort Pub have special Thanksgiving Day menus
• HH Prime at the Hilton, seatings at 11, 1, and 3…..I’ve heard their other food is fabulous, so this might be an idea for your customers.
• Have you heard about the buffet in Sea Pines at theTopside Grill @ Harbourtown’s on Thanksgiving Day (11/26/09) from 11:30 am until 8 pm? It is priced at $28 adult ++ and $14 child (under 12) ++.
•  I had heard that the Westin Resort has a nice Sunday buffet.
• The Carolina Cafe @ the Westin can be called at 681-4000 to make a reservation for their $30/$15 adult/child Thanksgiving Day buffet.
• The Westin has always had a really great buffet for Thanksgiving. 
• Check with Skillets for breakfast that day.  HH Diner is probably open but Skillets has MUCH better food and atmosphere!
• I know that Mainly Sandstone Catering is offering a dinner delivery or to pick up at their restaurant-their food is very good.  Also Christines catering usually offers the same. (Find both online)
• I think Hudson’s has a nice dinner, give them a call.  A great LowCountry Feast
• I know you can order the whole meal from Fresh Market. (check online for menu!)
• My in laws went to the Holiday Inn last year and said it was really nice.  It was a beautiful day so after they ate they went for a walk on the beach.  They loved it.
• Bill Miles from the Chamber forwarded restaurants open on Thanksgiving.  The attached is a list click here Thanksgiving Dinner 2009 of those that have notified the Chamber.   The Chamber telephone number is 785-3673 and the receptionists at the front desk will have an  updated list.
• Go to Hudson’s!  It is a huge event and offers a great gathering and feast for free….although donations are appreciated.
• Check out one of the cruises, Spirit of HarbourTown???   I think they cook dinner and have a cruise.
• Our church puts on a dinner at Hudsons.  Call Gloria LaCoe she usually is involved.  Not fancy but good fellowship.  (Ahh- call Gloria LaCoe!)
• Order to go from Bess—the boneless turkey is great and so are the sides!  (see attached)
• Robert Irvine’s EAT!  HAPPY THANKSGIVING Thursday, November 26, 2009 3 – 8 p.m.
• Our house (should I tell you who this is???) and u are welcome (thank you!) other than that the Westin puts on a good spread and if Redfish is open again they go all out. God bless
• Order your food from Karls Ultimate BBQ   RIBS, Brisket and pulled pork and have it ready

We hope you are joining us on the Island for Thanksgiving!  We are thankful for our Island family, fellow associates, our clients, our friends and our Island!  Happy Thanksgiving!

With Gratitude on an Island,

We are,
Robbie Bunting & Jane Hyers
P.S.   Stop by Santa Fe for 2 for 1 margarita on Tuesday!  +++Click here for a printable coupon.

Dear Clients, Friends and Fellow Associates~

We asked Cary Griffin of McNair Law Firm to give us a better understanding of closing costs as a buyer, seller or fellow associate.  Cary also put together a reference guide for the costs associated with each community.  Please keep in mind that the transfer fees can be negotiated by the buyer, the seller or split equally.  The closing costs in the links below are all based on a $100,000 average.  If you have a more expensive property, you can  remove the constants and use a multiplier to determine an approximation to your closing costs.  Here is a quick summary:

Click below for Closing Cost Estimates for each:

• Home Closing Costs on Hilton Head
• Villa Closing Costs on Hilton Head
• Lot Closing Costs on Hilton Head Island

*Please note loan fees and prepaid items will add additional closing costs.       

If you have any questions as you review these closing documents, please feel free to contact Cary Griffin at CGriffin@MCNAIR.NET .  Cary has also provided a handy list of transfer fees and plantation dues below.  Simply click on the underlined link for a readable (and printable) list of these fees:

Plantation annual costs and transfer fees:

                                       Plantation Dues & Transfer Fees 2009

 Please do not take a chance on time…the costs are low for what you get.  Come dance on the beach and enjoy life now! 

All the best,

 
Robbie Bunting &
Jane Hyers

Sign up for the Foreclosure Bus Tour Today!

With HiltonHeadForeclosureBus.com you will see and learn all about the foreclosed properties and short sales on Hilton Head Island and Bluffton.   Our licensed agents will show you the very best properties offered and provide a list of every foreclosures and short sale available in the area. 

On hiltonheadforeclosurebus.com you can sign up for a bus ticket to view foreclosures that are currently for sale in the Hilton Head Island Area. Simply click here  and sign in under “schedule a viewing” and we will email a confirmation for your tour and send you a bus ticket via email.   

These tours* will take you into gated communities and into the homes and villas that are offered as a foreclosure or short sale.   We schedule private tours throughout the week and weekends. 

Please choose the tour number you would be interested in seeing…
Tour 1 ~ Under $400,000
Tour 2 ~ $400,000-$700,000
Tour 3 ~ $700,000-$1,000,000
Tour 4 ~ Over 1 million

Visit hiltonheadforeclosurebus.com and sign up for your bus tour today!

See you on the bus!

Robbie Bunting &
Jane Hyers

P.S.  Please sign up in advance, space is limited.   A complete list of all area foreclosures and short sales will be passed out to attendees

Bistro 17 ~ FREE Bottle of Bistro Wine with purchase of 2 entrees at dinner or 10% off Lunch.  Located in Shelter Cove Harbour.  bistro17hhi@aol.com

Designing to Sell ~ FREE 1 hour consultation that includes furniture re-arrangement and design consultation.  (843)301-3226 kellyhughes@designingtosellinc.com

Pana Roofing ~ “FREE” roof cleaning and inspection program.  Please email or call them to schedule an appointment. (843)682-2440 office@panaroofing.com

Hilton Head Prime ~ $25 off Dinner at HH Prime at the Oceanfront Hilton! Father’s Day or any day from 6/14 through 6/28/2009.  Just sign up for their email updates on special events and your $25 off dinner coupon will be waiting for you at HH Prime! http://www.hhprime.com/fathersday_popup/fathersday_popup.asp

Mortgage Network ~ “FREE” One Hour private Consultation with David Crowell~ Mortgage tune up or new purchase includes pitfalls to look out for and opportunities ahead.  Client for life program w/FREE Refi’s call (843)842-4004 dcrowell@mortgagenetwork.com.

Coastal Pools and Fountains, Inc ~ FREE pool design and setback review for home and lot owners.  FREE pool owners first months service with one year contract and FREE standard tile replacement with re-plaster of pool. (843)686-4812 or Danyg@aol.com

Bunting Construction Company ~ FREE garage floor painting included with new home construction contracts over $500,000. Offer valid 6/1/09-12/31/09 (843)384-7468 or sbunting@buntingcompany.com

Free $8,000 Tax Credit ~ FHA-approved lenders were recently given the green light to develop bridge-loan products that would allow first-time buyers (anyone who has not owned a home in the last three years) to use the benefits of the federal tax credit “upfront.”  Contact me (800)932-3652 or islandrealtor@hargray.com

Home or Villa Buyers ~ FREE one year home warranty for buyers after purchase and for sellers during the listing period.  This $550 value is paid for at closing and costs sellers nothing if I do not sell their property.  (800)932-3652 or islandrealtor@hargray.com

Studio V Yoga ~ FREE first session Yoga on the beach for all levels with the mention of this ad. Wednesdays at 9:00 a.m. Meet on the Holiday Inn Beach to the right of the Tiki hut when facing the ocean. Bring a large beach towel.  Call Karen (843)816-3777 studiovforhealth@aol.com

Rental Property Buyers ~  FREE Rental Website (Vacation Rental By Owner VRBO) when you purchase a rental property with us.  This includes photos, description, a how to use session and first year payment.  (800)932-3652 or islandrealtor@hargray.com

Pro-Photo ~ 20% off vacation or family professional photos by Scott Moody.  This offer is for the sitting fee at Pro Photo.  Located on Arrow Road past Salty Dog T-Shirt Factory.  scott@prophotosc.com

Masterkey Lock Service ~ $10.00 off the first service call with the mention of this e-mail ad.  Call Richard at (843)684-0688 magnolem@aol.com

Professional Cleaning Services ~ 25% off the first deep clean for homes or villas and 20% off your first regular home or villa cleaning.  Call Zaida Lopez at (843)684-0257

Professional Painting Services ~ 20% off the first paint quote interior or exterior with the mention of this email ad.  Call Roberto Lopez at (843)689-9657

Gentle Spray Powerwash ~ 25% off the power wash of your home or villa with the mention of this email ad.  (843)671-2929 gentlespray@hargray.com

Santa Fe Restaurant ~ Free Appetizer when two or more dinner entrees are ordered(first time with the mention of this email ad.) Offer not for use with any other discounts or specials. (843)785-3838 www.santafehhi.com 

Regions Bank ~ Free with no monthly fee LifeGreen Checking Accounts for students and people over 50.  Includes a Check Card  and  direct deposit or 5 electronic transactions per month or Online Statements (otherwise $5 monthly fee).  (843) 785-5649  Mark.Brittman@Regions.com

We hope you avail yourself to the businesses and the people that have stepped forward with these offers for you.  If you have any questions or comments feel free to call or email us anytime.   Be sure to tell them “Robbie & Jane” sent you.  Thank you.

Have fun!

Robbie Bunting * Jane Hyers

Phone             800-932-3652 ~ 842-0805
e-mail            robbie@robbiebunting.com

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Dear Clients, Friends and Fellow Associates~
 
We would like to share our monthly market trend reports with you.  This crystal ball or trend report tells us where the most robust (busiest) price segments of the market are.  It will show us the active number of listings and the sales that occur each month in each pricing segment.  It also give us an actual listing to sale price, the days on the market and the number of months of inventory.
 
The most critical information that a Market Trend Report will convey is what we call the “Big Three”.  The Big Three are the 3 most vital statistics for any market place in any price range.  The big three statistics are as follows:

1.  Average number of listings taken vs. Average number of sales in a given period which will give us the number of months of inventory that we have.  

2.  Average Days on the Market for properties that do sell when they are correct in price.  

3.  Average List price to Average Sales Price which is an indication of negotiation and the firmness of the market.   

We thought the following packing list and a few cool things happening in the next few weeks would be helpful…

Fun Stuff:

1. Summer Savings Package…Book before 6/8/09 & receive 10-30% off all   daily or weekly rentals through 8/31/09(email us for more information.)
2.  HEADLINERS at Tunes & Brews Wednesday – June 10, 2009~ 5-8 pm at the Shops at Sea Pines Center
3.  Beach Bum Triathlon at Hilton Head Island – June 13, 2009

4.  Menopause the Musical…June 9-July 26, 2009 (Arts Center)
5.  Average Air Temperature 86 ~ Ocean Temperature 82 FULL MOON –    Sunday June 7th

6.  Email us and we will send more ideas!

Beach Packing List

Light colored swimsuits ~ It makes your skin appear tanner!
Camera~ bring zip lock plastic bags to protect them at the beach

Sunglasses that are polarized…Wal-Mart fishing section has the best!

Sunscreen ~  every two hours or after swimming/strenuous activity.

Flip flops ~ the cheaper the better…

Sneakers or tennis shoes depending on where you’re from
Sweat pants/sweatshirt(cold movie theaters)

Towels, buy them here, they are cheaper!

Lip Balm ~ No one likes chapped lips
Jam Box or IPOD for the beach.

Bring along some detergent (packing light is cool)

Bring a tiny flash light so you can find your way on the dark bike paths

Beach Umbrella, Folding chairs, Sand toys for kids are cheaper here!

A large mesh beach bag is good to haul all this stuff to and from the beach

Lastly, put together a beach first-aid kit. It should include things such as Aloe Vera cream, sunburn reliever, band aids and anti-bacterial ointments. Don’t forget the over the counter pain relievers and be sure to add any prescription medications that your family may need while they are traveling. 

Have fun at the beach, but be sure to take a look at real estate.  2009 will go down in the books!  Right now, we are selling some of the best real estate we have ever seen.  Buyers are being rewarded for making offers in this market. 

 
The real estate links below are interesting and can be very helpful.  By the way, if you need wireless internet access while you are on the Island, just pop by my office(#6 Queens Folly Road at the front entrance to Palmetto Dunes). Let the receptionist know you do not need any help, Robbie said it was O.K.

Cyber Homes   Click here to get some cool information about your property or the property you are looking at by simply adding your address of your current property.

Annual Credit Report   Are you ready to buy?  This service is free with Equifax, TransUnion or Experian.

All the best…Robbie Bunting and Jane Hyers

Dear Clients, Friends & Fellow Associates ~

I love being a “tourist for a day” on Hilton Head Island when friends and family visit.  There are so many exciting things to do and see.  They make me remember all the great things we have here as we rediscover the Island together.  As you make your plans this summer, feel free to contact us for maps, ideas and information about the area.  We have put together a list of ideas for fun including “local favorites”.  Keep in mind, this offer is not exclusively for tourists(locals may participate in the fun too)!

·     Kayaking ~ Outside Hilton Head 686-6996 Located in Shelter Cove Marina or Hudson’s off Squire Pope.  All kayak guides are trained Naturalist.  You will love the Tuesday Night Firework “Kayak Tour”

·     Historical Tours ~ Bluffton, Beaufort, Savannah & Charleston Sign up for a horse drawn carriage tour or we will arrange a small family guided tour with advance notice.  We can email easy directions to these historic cities.

·     Rent some bikes ~ Palmetto Dunes Outfitters 785-2449 Inside Palmetto Dunes across from the General Store.  You can explore 26 miles of bike paths from this central location  *Brand New Bikes… 10% off for families

·     Fireworks ~ Every Tuesday Night in Shelter Cove 6:30 – 9:30  Vendors including arts and crafts before the display June 3 – Aug 26  Go to “Up the Creek Pub” off Marshland Road at Broad Creek Marina. Enjoy the fireworks & cookout from this vantage point.

·     Coastal Discovery Museum- North Hwy 278 / Cross Island 689-6767  Take a 2 ½ hour red trolley tour w/ a stop at Harbour Town!  Tuesday and Thursday Nights at 8 pm take a loggerhead tour and talk (sightings not guaranteed) reserve. 689-6767 ext. 223

·     Lighthouse ~ Harbour Town in Sea Pines   Make the most of this trip.  Leave after lunch, go to Harbour Town and climb the lighthouse and play ground.  Take your rollerblades or bikes and visit South Beach to get a cool drink and a Salty Dog T-Shirt then dinner at Truffles in Sea Pines Center.  Keep your pass that you purchased at the gate and if you spend $100 or more in Sea Pines, the $5.00 is credited by that merchant

·     Shop ~ Tangar Outlet malls off Island or Unique Boutiques   Village of Wexford, Coligny Plaza, Harbour Town, Shelter Cove or Sea Pines Center… the shopping is fantastic.  Hit the shops early and on nice days as later in the week and especially on weather days the shops and restaurants are busy.

·     Daufuskie Island ~ Broad Creek Marina 342-8687  Rent a golf cart and check out all the Beach, Marshside Mamas Art Galleries on Daufuskie.  $23.00 Round trip ferry trips per person ~ Rent a 4 passenger golf-cart for $50.00 for the day and explore  $3.00 off per person Coupon in Where to Go Magazine!

·     Real Estate Tours ~ These tours will be informative and educational  and include exciting new opportunities around the Island.  Rainy days are not always the best for the beach, but they are the best days to preview our real estate! (if it looks good on a rainy day, you will love it on a sunny one!)

Our tours will take you into gated communities and into homes and villas that match the price point you are looking for. We have several tours a week(Mon-Sat and Sunday by Appt.) with price ranges as follows:            

             Tour 1 ~ Under $400,000
             Tour 2 ~ $400,000-$700,000
             Tour 3 ~ $700,000-$1,000,0000
             Tour 4 ~ Over 1 million

Let us know which tour you will be interested in.  On the tour you will receive a free Real Estate Information and Negotiation Package  which will include a list of current mortgage rates, a sample contract,  the top ten best buys on the Island, common addendums, a complete list of the foreclosures in the area and our very best listings for sale.   Island Real Estate Packages can be emailed or mailed to you before, after or during your visit.  Tours are not a requirement to request a package.  Thank you.

 Enjoy your summer!  Feel free to e-mail or call us to sign up for a tour or for maps to the Historic Cities above.  Our direct line is 800-932-3652 and our email is islandrealtor@hargray.com . Thank you.

~Happy Summer~

Robbie Bunting & Jane Hyers

Dear Friends, Clients and Fellow Associates~  

Vacation Time!  Everyone needs one!  Despite the recession, with summer right around the corner, the family simply will not be satisfied vacationing in the backyard.  Fortunately Hilton Head Island, South Carolina is an easy one day drive from practically anywhere in the northeast. 

For your visit we have put together a Free Map and the best places to dine.   The pdf below includes Islander Hints, Ideas, Guides and maps to better enjoy the Island.  

Included You Will Find:

·    The Top 10 COOL THINGS for FAMILIES TO DO Map of Hilton Head & Daufuskie Island

·     Latte Lou’s Guide to his favorite places to eat

·     An Islanders Double Top Secret Ideas to enjoy with your family

·     A menu of some of the areas best real estate for sale 

Click Here For Your Free Summertime Maps and Guides

Get ready to relax and recharge those batteries. Whether it is tennis, golf, kayaking, shopping, dining, the beach, or boating you deserve a getaway.  The weather is beautiful, the Island is wonderful and we hope to see you enjoying life on an Island. 

Happy Hilton Head!

Robbie Bunting & Jane Hyers

islandrealtor@hargray.com

800-932-3652

P.S.  If you have not yet made your travel arrangements, please feel free to shoot us an email or give us a call.  We have made arrangements with the Island Resorts, Hotels and individual property owners that we can share with you.  Feel free to share this blog address with a friend.  If you are a first time visitor and would like to recieve our e-letter….please be sure to sign up to the right.

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