Signs that it's the right time to Buy or Sell....Lakefront Hartwell Property & Homes

First of all I want to encourage everyone to have a very safe 4th of July holiday week. Wear your life jackets and be courteous. CLICK HERE to see what's going on in Hartwell, Ga for the Holiday week! CLICK HERE to see events schedule from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

While everyone is enjoying boating on Lake Hartwell this week many of you will get "The Bug" to buy your own Lake House. CLICK HERE to see why this is a fantastic time to make your dreams come true!

GIVE US A WAVE IF YOU SEE US ON THE WATER! HAPPY 4TH OF JULY EVERYONE!

Top 10 Deal Killers: Very important Read for Sellers

When selling a piece of real estate (especially with a home) just getting a buyers signature doesn't mean the deal is done and you'll be getting a check. There are many obstacles/ hurdles that you will need to get past. Click Here to read this important Info!

Lake Hartwell Poker Run (Boats)....coming up!

Don't miss the fun and contribute to a very worthwhile charity in the process! People come from all over the country to participate and there will be some beautiful boats gracing our waters! Look for our center console on the lake (picture below)and wave as you pass by! Safe boating everyone!

Meals On Wheels poker run: Lake Hartwell

Multiple Offer Situations....YES, they're back as the market continues to improve

Info from TRULIA.COM


As the real estate market heats up, so does the competition. Say "hello" to the multiple offer situation.
To everything, the songwriter says, there is a season. (Turn, turn, turn.) This Spring, the real estate market in many places seems to be thawing out of an extended winter straight into a hot market of activity. For buyers, that means there's a somewhat scary new result: multiple offer situations. And coming out victorious can be a complicated dance. Sellers may be fixated on their bottom lines (and sensibly so), but there are a number of other seller priorities buyers can address in optimizing their offers. Here are some less-obvious strategies for besting the other wanna-be buyers who are vying for 'your' home.

Best ways to WIN out in a multiple offer situation

Things to do in Anderson, SC around Lake Hartwell

Wondering what there is to do around Lake Hartwell????WEll....downtown Anderson, SC has a lot going on. Click here for the Schedule of Events for 2012. Also July 4th isn't really that far off either. I'll be posting all of the upcoming 4th of July events for Hartwell, Ga; Y Beach near Clemson & lots more. Check Back often!

Step 1 to buying real estate: Get Prequalified

In this ever changing real estate market on Lake Hartwell it is imperative that prospective buyers get prequalified prior to making an offer. This gives your offer substance and shows the sellers you're a viable buyer in this tough market. Below are some people that can help you with this process.

Churchhill Mortgage: Christy Bikas





Alcova Mortage Company
Doug Sloan
doug@alcovamortgage.com
(540) 327-5014

Peoples Mortgage Services: Annette Penley

Rain, Rain & More Rain - Lake Hartwell

We are loving the gentle sound of rain falling around Lake Hartwell. Lake levels fluctuate on Lake Hartwell due to many reasons. It's nothing to worry about. I've lived on Lake Hartwell for many years and it seems that many people just love to talk about water levels and rumored causes of low water levels. The news stations always go to boat ramps and areas that are notorious for having Low water most of the time and take pictures scaring people to death. If you ever want to find out the REAL TRUTH about Lake Hartwell water levels, pick up the phone and call the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers office: 888-893-0678. I have worked closely with the Rangers for years in my Lake Hartwell Real Estate career and their job is to protect the natural beauty of Lake Hartwell for wildlife to flourish and keep our natural wonder healthy & beautiful.
Please take the time to visit the Corps of engineers lake hartwell web site and/ or visit the Corps office in person just across the dam in Hartwell, Ga on Hwy 29.