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        <description>My Lowcountry Properties Blog entries are general insights for today's Beaufort South Carolina Real Estate Market.</description>
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            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Updated Shadow Moss Inventory List with Reduced Pricing in Beaufort SC</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ Centrex has announced numerous price reductions within the new construction community of Shadow Moss.&nbsp; Priced in the low to mid 200s, these might be the best value in Beaufort.&nbsp; With shopping, the Town of Port Royal and beaches so close, expectations are that these will sell quickly.&nbsp; If these peak your interest, contact us for a showing at your earliest convenience.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; 



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            <author>linda@lowcountryproperties.com (Linda Coe)</author>
            <title>Dataw Island Fairway/Lagoon Home for Sale: 734 N Reeve Rd, MLS# 121302</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ Our northern neighbors are still moving south despite the downturn in the real estate market.  Too many folks have looked forward to playing golf in January instead of shoveling snow.  Well, come on down!   Rarely has the inventory been better, the interest rates lower and prices more appealing.  Three years ago we were shaking our heads because the consumer got so little for so much.  Now, it is the opposite.  Buyers are getting a lot for their money.  Look at this beauty located on Dataw Islan... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 23:03:37 -0600</pubDate>
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            <author>linda@lowcountryproperties.com (Linda Coe)</author>
            <title>Dataw Island Home Listing in Premier SC Golfing Community - 545 Island Circle East</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ You will want to check out this new listing in one of the south&rsquo;s finest, gated, amenity communities. Dataw Island has something for everyone. This home has views of one of the signature holes, Cotton Dike # 18. Beyond the fairway you will enjoy the sunsets over Jenkins Creek and sightings of sea birds and dolphins beyond the marsh. The setting is perfect for outdoor living. The spacious home has 3 bedrooms plus a family room, den, 2 full baths and 2 half baths. The wall of windows enhance... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 00:49:04 -0600</pubDate>
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            <author>linda@lowcountryproperties.com (Linda Coe)</author>
            <title>Bermuda Bluff Island:  The Beaufort Area Waterfront community you are looking for!!!</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ Rachel Field wrote a poem entitled &quot;Once You Have Slept on an Island You Will Never be Quite the Same&quot;&nbsp; The residents of Bermuda Bluff agree with her.&nbsp; This 150 acre island&nbsp; is located on the Beaufort River (ICW) and is&nbsp;just a twenty minute drive from Beaufort.&nbsp; There are 98&nbsp;estate sized lots that are private and boast views of marshes and creeks, lake or the Intracoastal Waterway.&nbsp; A low country summer afternoon is a perfect time to enjoy the refresh... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 01:13:38 -0600</pubDate>
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            <title>Cat Island SC Home Just Listed Today!!!  31 Sheffield Ave., MLS # 121952</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ For potential buyers who are interested in living on Cat Island, a new home listing has just hit the market.&nbsp; 31 Sheffield Ave was listed just listed today (Nov 23rd).&nbsp; The price is at a fair $322,500.&nbsp; I currently live on the island and love the location of this home.&nbsp; While the setting is secluded, finding your way to the pool, tennis courts, British Open Pub and golf is only a short stroll down the street.&nbsp; Here you will find very little traffic as Sheffield is the la... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2009 23:08:04 -0600</pubDate>
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            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Beaufort SC Home Sellers are Ready to Bargain According to October 2009 Statistics</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ Today we will take a comparative look at single family properties
sold in Beaufort for the month of October 2009 and 2008. This will be a
tough blog for me becuase, to be honest, there isn't a whole lot to
take from comparing the past two Octobers. Even so let's take a look.
I'm posting these numbers for those who don't have access. Total
completed sales are very close with 66 this year compared an almost
identical 64 closings last year. While these seem to represent parallel
conditions, ... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:31:23 -0600</pubDate>
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            <title>New Home Listing in Walling Grove Plantation - 112 Old Plantation Drive - MLS #121587</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ Just this Wednesday one of the prettiest homes in Walling Grove Plantation, 112 Old Plantation Dr., was listed in the Beaufort MLS.&nbsp; I remember visiting this house in 2005 when construction had just been completed and thinking how nice it was.&nbsp; If the current listing pictures are any indication, the current owners have kept this house in top condition.Open floor plan, gorgeous crown molding, upgraded lighting fixtures, 1.3 acre yard, privacy fence, front and back porches, vaulted ceili... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2009 22:56:37 -0500</pubDate>
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            <title>Beaufort 2009 Fall Festival of Houses &amp; Gardens - Oct. 23, 24 &amp;25</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ This coming weekend will be a wonderful chance for those who are interested viewing in some of Beaufort's most acclaimed architecture and grounds.&nbsp; The Historic Beaufort Foundation's annual &quot;Fall Festival of Houses and Gardens&rdquo; will be Friday, Oct. 23rd thru Sunday, Oct. 25th.&nbsp; On tour will be historic antebellum, Victorian and early 20th century sites.&nbsp; Here are schedules, descriptions and cost of each tour.CANDLELIGHT WALKING TOUR 
Friday, Oct. 23, 2009 
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            <pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2009 22:03:14 -0500</pubDate>
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            <title>Bray's Island Chef Awarded President's Medallion by American Culinary Foundation</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ The American Culinary Foundation (ACF) has presented Brays Island
Excecutive Chef, Ronald Andrews, with its prestigious President's
Medallion for 2009. The ACF honors those who significantly contribute
to the culinary profession and the organization. Andrews received his accolades in
Orlando, at the organization&rsquo;s national convention. Andrews was one of
only 23 recipients recognized.Active involvement in the community is one of Ronald's strong suits.
Besides being Brays Top Chef, Ron... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2009 00:33:12 -0500</pubDate>
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            <title>The First 6 Months - 2008 vs. 2009:  The Good, The Bad and The Statistics</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ With the the fist six months of 2009 behind us, I thought it was a good time to compare this year's home sales to 2008 sales in the same period.&nbsp; As most of us know, 2008 was considered to be one of the worst real estate years on record.&nbsp; So how does 2009 stack up?&nbsp; Unfortunately, 2009 numbers paint a&nbsp;not-so-pretty picture.&nbsp; While the most obvious numbers are down, I believe there are some positive signs.In 2009, total&nbsp;residential closings are&nbsp;down 20% from 200... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 14:17:36 -0500</pubDate>
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            <title>Habersham named a Top 100 Master Planned Community by "Where to Retire Magazine"</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ In what has become an annual ritual, Habersham SC has once again been named on Where to Retire Magazine's &quot;Top Master Planned Communities&quot; List.&nbsp; The criteria included location, cost and amenities. Magazine editors evaluated thousands of communities around the country in coming up with the most accurate list possible.&nbsp; Readers were also surveyed as to their Retirement Expectation and Relocation Experience.&nbsp; Residents indicated that neighborhood activity and neighborly in... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:06:27 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/beaufort-sc-named-as-a-top-sportsman-town-by-outdoor-life-magazine.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Beaufort SC Named as a "Top Sportsman Town" by Outdoor Life Magazine</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ Outdoor Life magazine has included Beaufort, South Carolina on it's
list of the &quot;Top 200 Best Outdoor Towns&quot;. Calling it a &quot;saltwater
paradise, The publication tabbed Beaufort at #108 on the list. The list
was based on a variety of factors that seemed to take into account
quality of life for humans and abundance of wildlife.&nbsp; Categories uses
to determine the list were:&nbsp; Median Home Value (2007), Cost of Living
Index (2008), Unemployment Rate (2007), Mean Commute Ti... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:08:11 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>What an Amazing Trip to Polawana Island!!!</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ Today I wanted to tell everyone a little story about my exploration of an area that's taken me a year to see, Polawana Island (Which is on St Helena Island).&nbsp; As a Realtor, I have almost unlimited access to visit every community in the Beaufort area.&nbsp; I simply show my credentials to security and voila, I am in.&nbsp; Owned by out-of-town developers, this subdivision is different.&nbsp; Access is limited because the owners are very particular on who has entry rights.&nbsp; Last Saturday... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:51:08 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/win-a-habersham-home-with-southern-livings-choose-your-home-contest.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Win a Habersham Home with Southern Living's "Choose Your Home" Contest</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ If you have not heard, a Habersham SC home is one of the choices in Southern Living's &quot;Choose Your Home&quot; Giveaway. I am a little late reporting on this but you still have time.&nbsp; The last day to enter in June 30th, 2009.&nbsp; This is great chance to wim a home in one of Beaufort, SC premier communities.&nbsp; Click here to enter but take a peak at the below video first!!! The winner of the contest will have a choice of the Carolina Jessamine
Cottage in Callaway Gardens (Pine Moun... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 01:40:39 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/top-3-beaufort-sc-communities-for-area-newcomersrelocation.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Top 3 Beaufort SC Communities for Area Newcomers</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ When moving to a new area such as Beaufort, it's important to find a neighborhood that welcomes you.&nbsp; Having activities to do, meeting new friends easily, a sense of community are qualities that help newcomers fit into their new surroundings.&nbsp; In this blog I am going to detail what I feel are the three best subdivisions for moving to the Beaufort SC area.Cat Island - This is my hands down favorite choice for newbies.&nbsp; The community of Cat Island offers a multitude of amenities tha... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 16:10:29 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/dataw-island-home-sales-better-than-expected-in-2009.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Dataw Island Home Sales Better than Expected in 2009</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ Today I thought we could take a look at the 2009 Dataw Island housing market.&nbsp; This subdivision is the most popular retirement community in the Beaufort area.&nbsp; I looked at this area because while the remainder of Beaufort Country was hit very hard in 2008 by the real estate slump, Dataw bucked that trend.&nbsp; In 2008, no community in the local MLS witnessed more closings than Dataw Island.&nbsp; The island saw 34 houses change hands which was extraordinary considering the state of ou... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2009 22:28:01 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/cora-bett-thomas-to-aquire-beaufort-sc-leader-tideland-realty.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Beaufort SC Real Estate News: Cora Bett Thomas to Acquire Tideland Realty</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ Cora Bett Thomas makes another move in the Beaufort SC real estate market with it's acquisition of Tideland&nbsp; Realty.&nbsp; While not official yet, according to reliable sources, Cora Bett Thomas Realty is in the final stages of taking over Tideland.&nbsp; This is the second such purchase of anexisting real estate company in the Beaufort area by Thomas.&nbsp; Cora Bett Thomas bought Town and Country in April 2009.These moves will prove to be strokes of genius or a setback of enormous proport... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2009 23:35:29 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Beaufort SC Ranked 3rd Best Retirement City by MoneyWatch.com</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ This past Friday the CBS Early Show had MoneyWatch dot com name their top places to retire and not surprisingly, Beaufort was on the list at number three. Editor-at-Large Jill Schlesinger called Beaufort a charming seaside town.&nbsp; For you who have visited, I do not need to explain why we made the list.&nbsp; For those who have yet to visit out wonderful little town, here are some reasons retirement is great here:Very low taxesFantastic climateBeautiful sceneryExcellent medical facilities (Du... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2009 11:47:42 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/new-home-listings-from-era-evergreen-in-beaufort-sc.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>New Home Listings from ERA Evergreen in Beaufort SC</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ Today I'm going to share a few of the the newly listed properties at ERA Evergreen. As most home buyers know, finding a great deal often depends on maintaining a close eye open new listings.&nbsp; Obviously everyone is taling about foreclosures and short sales but I still contend that keeping a close watch on new listings is the BEST way to find a great deal on that dream home.&nbsp; That's how I bought my first 2 homes which I turned a hefty profit on both.&nbsp; So here a few new ones from ERA... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2009 22:48:13 -0500</pubDate>
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            <title>So How's the Cat Island SC Real Estate Market Looking?</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[  Today I'll break down some of the active listing numbers on one of the more popular communities in Beaufort SC, Cat Island.&nbsp; So far in 2009 only one home has sold in the neighborhood, and it was priced at $359,000.&nbsp; Looking at the current houses under contract, you will see a trend that seems to be universal in today's market:&nbsp; lower end homes are what's selling.&nbsp; High end properties are nowhere to be found in most market reports I do.&nbsp; My prediction is you won't see Lu... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2009 15:51:52 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Beaufort SC Home Buyers, It's Time for that Lowball Offer</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[  For a year and a half you have head me say hold tight on buying a house.&nbsp; You will never hear me say the old clich&eacute;, &quot;It's a great time to buy&quot;.&nbsp; It sounds like a car salesman and I refuse to talk buyers into buying a house.&nbsp; My job is to inform buyers to the best of my ability.&nbsp; It is their job to decide when to buy.&nbsp; What I will finally say is, buyers ready to purchase are finally seeing the light at the end of the housing tunnel.&nbsp; With home sale... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2009 21:31:27 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/fripp-island-sc-market-report-for-2009.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Fripp Island SC Homes Sales Report for 2009</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ Today we are going to take a look at the residential real estate market on Fripp Island.&nbsp; The below chart should give a fairly accurate picture of housing movement on the island.&nbsp; In the charts below you can get an idea on housing movement on the island.&nbsp; Fripp Island has had 110 listings hit the market in 2009, 53 have expired, 7 have sold and currently there are 5 homes under contract.&nbsp; With 5 pendings, is shows sales are slightly picking up during this typically active rea... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 12:59:47 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/how-do-buyers-find-the-beaufort-home-they-purchased.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>How do Buyers Find the Home they Purchased?</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ Ever wonder how home buyers find the house they eventually purchase?&nbsp; I found a couple survey charts released by The National Association of Realtors that might surprise you.&nbsp; It seems that the internet has become the primary information source of people looking to buy a house.&nbsp; NAR charts show that every year people are using the internet more and more to inform themselves on buying a home.Highlights from the NAR Survey: 33% of all buyers looked online for property as the first s... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 16:19:08 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/call-to-action-help-repeal-the-point-of-sale-real-estate-tax-in-south-carolina.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Call to Action!!! - Help Repeal the "Point of Sale" Real Estate Tax in South Carolina</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[  Today I received a Call to Action e-mail that was sent to all
Realtors around the state.&nbsp; I have posted this e-mail below because it
not only affect Realtors, but virtually every single person in the
Palmetto State.&nbsp; If you own, plan to buy, or plan to sell property in
the state of South Carolina this affects you in a dramatic way.&nbsp; If you
don't know what the Point of Sale real estate
tax is, you should.&nbsp; Below are some facts taken directly for the SC
Realtors website... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 13:58:42 -0500</pubDate>
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            <title>Beaufort SC ranked as 12th Best Small Town Art Destination by American Style</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[  In the June edition of American Style magazine, Beaufort was named
the 12th best small town art destination in the US.&nbsp; If you've visited our sleepy
little town, you know why.&nbsp; Amongst the quaint Mom n' Pops stores are a
myriad of art galleries throughout the city.&nbsp; Bay Street is home to a
large number of the local galleries.&nbsp; The ranking of twelfth is up two
spots from fourteenth in 2008.&nbsp; Is you think the small town
category is no big deal because of it might be... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 18:21:10 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>New Property Listings at ERA Evergreen in Beaufort SC</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ As we all know, new listings are often where you find the best deals.&nbsp; ERA Evergreen Real Estate Company recently had several properties that became availble.&nbsp; To give some of my fellow agents a little extra exposure, I thought I would feature some of our company's new listings.&nbsp; If you are interested, just fill out the form at the bottom and I promise to get back to you promptly.







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            <title>Holy Cow!!!  Cat Island's Best Priced Home Ever? - Just Listed - 117 Dolphin Point Dr.</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[  Listen, I know the market is down and home prices are falling, but this week a house on Cat Island was relisted at a price even I couldn't believe.&nbsp; 117 Dolphin Point Drive hit the Beaufort MLS listed at an unbelievable $399,900.&nbsp; For those who are not familiar with Cat Island, the Dolphin Point area is extremely nice and generally priced a little higher than other areas of the island.&nbsp; In three years of watching the MLS, this is the first time I have ever seem a home on Dolphin ... ]]> </description>
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            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>"Short Sighted":  Beaufort County Council Lifts Zoning Restrictions</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[  If you read between the lines of Beaufort County Council's decision to lift current zoning restrictions, it seems money actually does do the talking in these here parts.&nbsp; Eliminating &quot;Rural Residential&quot; zoning was the result of the council's vote on Monday.&nbsp; Previously, these areas were under the &quot;Rural Residential&quot; zoning which designated one home per 3 acres.&nbsp; With the ruling, the possible floodgates have been opened for an additional 3227 homes in the Port ... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 13:19:05 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Breaking It Down: The $8000 Federal Tax Credit for First Time Beaufort SC Home Buyers</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ Today I want to post a video that breaks down some of the details of the Federal $8000 Tax Credit for New Home Buyers.&nbsp; This housing credit is somewhat complicated because it applies to so many of us.&nbsp; It may surprise you reading this, but&nbsp; an amazing 40% of home purchases are made by first timers.&nbsp; With the real estate market is such a slump, some estimates have first time buyers equaling up to 60% of closings.&nbsp; A big reason that percentage is now so high is because of ... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 16:11:40 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/beautiful-home-in-cottage-farm-reduced-by-30000-wow.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Beautiful Home in Cottage Farm Reduced by $30,000 WOW!!! - Beaufort SC</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[  Deciding they were ready to deal, the owners of 348 Cottage Farm Drive have reduced this amazing house $30,000 last week.&nbsp; This wonderful home is now priced at $459,000.&nbsp; I personally thought it would sell at the original listing price but this price reducation is sure to bring buyers in.I have been in 348 Cotage Farm Dr. a couple times and it's so nice.&nbsp; I just love the size of the rooms, the layout, huge porches, and a lot of other unique qualities you don't see in other homes.... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 20:31:31 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/port-royal-sc-named-to-americas-top-ten-coolest-small-towns-by-budget-travel.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Port Royal SC Named to America's Top Ten Coolest Small Towns by Budget Travel</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[  Last week it was announced that readers of Budget Travel nominated Port Royal SC one of America's Top 10 Coolest Small Towns.&nbsp; The winners were announced April 15th on the CBS Early Show.&nbsp; As most of locals know Port Royal has come along way from years past.&nbsp; Being recognized for this award is a credit to just how far the area has come.&nbsp; I believe one reason Port Royal made the list is because of all the original Mom n' Pop stores.&nbsp; I often get coffee at the Old Towne C... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 22:00:50 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/beaufort-sc-real-estate-news-cora-bett-thomas-aquires-town-and-country.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Beaufort SC Real Estate News:  Cora Bett Thomas acquires Town and Country</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ On April 1st, local real estate agency Town and Country operations were officially in the hands of Corra Bett Thomas Real Estate Company.&nbsp; Based in Savannah, Hilton Head, and Bluffton, Cora Bett Thomas made a move into the Beaufort South Carolina market last year by opening an office in Town Center.&nbsp; Looking to fry bigger fish, Thomas acquired one of the areas longest standing agencies in Town and Country.&nbsp; With the housing market in such a downturn, it is a bold move.Personally, ... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 13:46:49 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/today-i-met-a-great-mortgage-lender.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Today I met a Great Beaufort SC Mortgage Lender - Cher Milner @ New South Mortgage</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[  Today I was referred to Cher Milner, a mortgage consultant with New
South Mortgage here in Beaufort SC.&nbsp; Not often am impressed so
quickly.&nbsp; Cher struck me with her honesty, forthcoming nature, hard
working attitude, and put the customer first mentality.&nbsp; Another thing
that I liked was that she had been with New South for 6 plus years.&nbsp; In
this business, stability is key.
As with any industry, you want
to partner up with those who treat your customers as you would tre... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 22:23:32 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/beaufort-sc-bed-breakfest-for-sale-1705-bay-street-mls-118741.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Beaufort SC Bed &amp; Breakfast for Sale - Two Suns Inn - 1705 Bay Street - MLS #  118741</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ This week we are going to feature a downtown Beaufort SC historic landmark,&nbsp;The Two Suns Inn Bed &amp; Breakfast on 1705 Bay St..&nbsp;&nbsp;If&nbsp;you are looking for a business oportunity&nbsp;or home on the Intercoastal Waterway, in&nbsp;downtown Beaufort, this could be it?&nbsp; Built in 1920, the Two Sons Inn is located directly on Bay Street overlooking the&nbsp;water.&nbsp; Location is probably the most important aspect of this property.&nbsp; Set in the heart of the downtown Beaufo... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 15:18:41 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/beaufort-sc-real-estate-2009-jan-mar-vs-2008-jan-mar-market-conparison.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>A Comparison of Beaufort SC Housing in the first 3 months of 2009 vs 2008</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ Now that the first three months of 2009 are in the books, I wanted to take
a look back at 2008 and see just how that current 2009 market
compares.&nbsp; Lately I have heard colleagues and those in the news talk
about how the housing market is getting back on track.&nbsp; Some of the
numbers I dug up seem to paint a good and bad picture on this year's
current market.&nbsp; Good for buyers and not so hot for sellers.Let's start with the good news for buyers.&nbsp; The
2009 average home price... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 12:52:10 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>New Listing in Old Point of Historic Beaufort SC - 403 Hancock Street - MLS # 119166</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[  For those buyers looking in the Old Point section of downtown Beaufort SC, 403 Hancock Street arrived on the market just this past Sunday listed at $1,295,000.&nbsp; This home has been was wonderfully restored with many of the original aspects retained.&nbsp; Yesterday's history and today's luxury are a part of what makes this home so special.&nbsp; If the owner ever decided to leave home, the Henry C. Chambers waterfront park, Bay St. shopping and restaurants are all within walking distance.&amp;n... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 20:25:06 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/cottage-farm-realtor-open-houses-in-beaufort-sc-march-31-2009-1130-130.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Cottage Farm Realtor Open Houses in Beaufort SC - March 31, 2009 (11:30-1:30)</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ 
Cottage Farm Open  Houses
Tues., March 31 (11:30-1:30)
~&nbsp;Barbecue Lunch, Homebaked Desserts, $25 Dollar Cash  Drawing&nbsp;~
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These open houses are held for local Beaufort SC realtors, but the public is absolutely welcome to come see one of our homes.&nbsp; Evereyone is also welcome to come have lunch and dessert.&nbsp; The drawing will be for us realtors only. 
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- Start by coming to 348&nbsp;Cottage Farm  Dr.&nbsp;for tasty&nbsp;Jim  n' Nicks BBQ, bak... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 18:38:19 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Beaufort Country to Reassess Property Values this Year - Smart Move for Who?</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ In a somewhat surprising move the Beaufort Country will be
reassessing property values in 2009.&nbsp; The county assessor, Ed Hughes,
who just last month said it might be beneficial to the county to
postpone reassessment, has changed course again.&nbsp; On Monday, March
23rd Hughes told the Finance Committee that his team had made such
preparations for the reassessment this year, that waiting until next
year wouldn't make sense.&nbsp; With council members is agreement, it looks
as though ... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 23:23:40 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/please-come-visit-my-348-cottage-farm-dr-open-house-on-sunday-march-29th-1-5pm.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Please come visit my 348 Cottage Farm Dr Open House on Sunday, March 29th - (1:00 - 5:00 pm)</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[  For those with a little spare time this Sunday, please join me at 348 Cottage Farm forr a public open house.&nbsp; Lowcountry Properties will sponsor this event on Sunday, March 29th 2009&nbsp; (1:00 - 5:00 pm).&nbsp; I would love to have as many visitors as possible.&nbsp; 348 Cottage Farm Dr. is one of Cottage Farm's prettiest homes.&nbsp; Whether you are in the market to buy a home or just want to explore all the beautiful features this house has to offer, come out and see me.&nbsp; The owne... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 13:24:42 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/the-secret-is-out-southern-living-readers-vote-beaufort-sc-best-small-town.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>The Secret is Out!  Southern Living Readers vote Beaufort SC Best Small Town in 2008</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ The secret is out!&nbsp; In 2008, Beaufort, South Carolina was voted Best Small Town by Southern Living Magazine.&nbsp;
Surrounded by water, Beaufort is located on the east coast between
Charleston, South Carolina and Savannah, Georgia.&nbsp; Beaufort has much of
the charm of these two cities:&nbsp; marshes, rivers, mossy oaks, and lots
of history.&nbsp; Beaufort has been said to be a miniature Charleston.&nbsp; 
Beaufortonians
live a laid back lifestyle.&nbsp; Most homes here have large p... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 23:41:02 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/new-construction-on-ladys-island-down-75-since-2004.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>New Construction on Lady's Island SC down 75% Since 2004</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ Lady's Island South Carolina has seen a huge decline in new home construction in the past 4 years.&nbsp; In one of the best real estate years in history, 2004, Lady's island had 204 building permits issued in 2004.&nbsp; In 2008 only 52 single family residential building permits were issued which comes to a 75% decline. &nbsp;These numbers are no big surprise as exsisting home have had trouble selling.&nbsp; Current homes have seen a 7% decrease in price since 2006.&nbsp; While those numbers see... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 23:33:36 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>How about a 2009 Beaufort SC Deep Water Property Report (3 Ft min.)?</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ 
Like many of you, my dream is to buy a pretty piece of land on deep
water property and build my dream home.&nbsp; Unlike many places along the
South Carolina coast, Beaufort still offers affordable waterfront
property for the not so rich.&nbsp; Of course we have multi-million dollar properties
here but we also have a bunch of lots that you need not be &quot;The Donald&quot;
to purchase.&nbsp; Today I did a little research on what's on the active in
market, has sold, and how many are curr... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 23:09:50 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Beaufort South Carolina 2009 Homes Sold Market Report</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ Today I just wanted to give everyone a quick market snapshot.&nbsp; First, we have a chart on the total Beaufort SC MLS Stats
for 2009.&nbsp; Currently, there have been 114 total residential sales in
the area.&nbsp; One important thing I notice is the &quot;Days on Market&quot;.&nbsp; For a
long time that number was over 200 days.&nbsp; This year, every months
reports days on the market to be under that threshold which is good
news.&nbsp; While stats are great to look at, being in the marke... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 13:14:30 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/beautiful-new-home-listing-in-cottage-farm-348-cottage-farm-drive-mls-119024-beaufort-sc.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Beautiful New Home Listing in Cottage Farm - 348 Cottage Farm Drive - MLS # 119024 Beaufort, SC</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ If you are looking to purchase a home in the waterfront community of Cottage Farm in Beaufort SC, I have great news.&nbsp; One of the nicer homes in the entire neighborhood, 348 Cottage Farm Dr. was just listed in the Beaufort SC MLS TODAY.&nbsp; What caught my attention was how pretty the home is and especially the PRICE.&nbsp; Comparatively speaking, this home is priced much better than similarly priced homes in the area.&nbsp; Not to mention it's drop dead gorgeous!!!Looking over some of the ... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 14:45:58 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/cat-island-sc-home-price-reduction-11-governors-trace-mls-118548.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Cat Island SC Home Price Reduction - 11 Governors Trace MLS # 118548</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ I have great news for those looking to buy a home in Cat Island in Beaufort SC.&nbsp; 11 Governor's Trace has been reduced to $524,999. My original blog for this home saw the most hits ever, and I hear the house is starting to get showings, as the home buying season moves into high gear.&nbsp; If considering purchasing a home on Cat Island SC, I highly suggest you check this one out.&nbsp; And no, I'm not the listing agent.&nbsp; It's just a great house and my personal favorite in the Olde Tabby... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 14:05:26 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Lowcountry Properties now Beaufort SC's Top Viewed Real Estate Website</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ &nbsp;When I started working on this website back in April of 2008 the goal was simple...become the top real estate website in Beaufort South Carolina.&nbsp; With 87% of home owners now
starting their home search on the internet, I knew the web was the way to
go.&nbsp; If I could get there not only would I benefit from buyer leads,
the sellers who trusted me with the selling of their home, would gain
unprecedented exposure never seen in this area.So is a little
bit of bragging?&nbsp; Absolu... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 20:41:48 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/cat-island-sc-home-listed-on-ebay-66-national-blvd-beaufort-sc.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Cat Island SC Home Listed on eBay - 66 National Blvd. - Beaufort, SC</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ To everyone who believes that the Beaufort County Board of Realtors MLS is the only place to find a home in Beaufort SC, check out this Cat Island SC home I found on eBay.&nbsp; Earlier this week I was searching eBay for property and stumbled upon a home for sale only 5 doors down from me.&nbsp; 66 National Blvd was previously listed on the Beaufort SC MLS but after a try with a local Realtor, the home owner has decided to give it a try on eBay.&nbsp; Actually, I think it's a pretty good idea.&amp;n... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 14:14:47 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/beaufort-sc-mls-reports-20-residential-sold-in-last-7-days.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Beaufort SC MLS Reports 20 Residential Sold in Last 7 Days!!!</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ In checking with the Beaufort Country Association of Realtors MLS system, I was surprised to see 20 single family residential listings had closed last week.&nbsp; Sure, 20 closings in a week doesn't seem like a lot but if you consider that last week accounted for almost 20% of this years sales, it's great news.&nbsp; So far this year only 103 homes have sold in 2 months plus.&nbsp; As we said in previous blogs, there are definitely more buyers looking.&nbsp; Now we can say there are more buyers ... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 14:49:37 -0500</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/beaufort-sc-residential-sold-sales-january-febuary-2009-vs-2008.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Beaufort SC Residential Sold Sales:  January &amp; Febuary 2009 vs. 2008</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ This week, I took at a look at the first 2 months of residential sales in 2009 verses the first two months of 2008.&nbsp; There is no sense is trying to spin everything in a
positive way as everyone knows that the economy is hurting, and that
certainly includes home sales.&nbsp; While 2009 home sales are down from
2005-2007 sales, the first two months of 2009
certainly compare similarly to 2008.&nbsp; The greatest annual difference is that
100 homes sold in the first 2 months of last year t... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 23:08:35 -0600</pubDate>
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            <link>http://www.lowcountryproperties.com/blog/beaufort-sc-homes-sales-2005-2008-not-so-good-but-are-we-now-rebounding.html</link>
            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Beaufort SC Homes Sales 2005 - 2008 Not so Good but are We Now Rebounding?</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ As you can see below are home sales statistics are like many areas
in the US.&nbsp; We have slowed down a bunch and it was almost to a
standstill at the end of 2008.&nbsp; Because I am new this has not affected
me like it has long tern agents.&nbsp; Even so I'm ready to make some money.
While the last couple years have been very tough I see a glimmer of
hope.&nbsp; Without question there are more buyers looking for homes in our
area.&nbsp; My Beaufort SC real estate&nbsp;website
has jumpe... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 19:08:23 -0600</pubDate>
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            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Wow, 50 Beaufort Area Homes Hit the Market THIS WEEK Alone</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ Like always, keeping a
blog stuffed with interesting things is a challenge.&nbsp; Today I was
looking through some of the Beaufort Market statistics and was shocked
to see 50 houses were listed in the Beaufort MLS this week.&nbsp; A rise in
active listings is expected this time of the year.&nbsp; February is a
great time to put your house for sale because the hot real estate
season is fast approaching.&nbsp; Even so, there were only 1580 active
listings last week.&nbsp; If you average tha... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 23:04:14 -0600</pubDate>
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            <title>ERA Evergreen in Beaufort Leads Dataw Island Sales in 2008</title>
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Although 2008 was statistically one of the worst years on record for&nbsp;the real estate industry, ERA Evergreen saw gains in market share and sales on Dataw Island from 2007.&nbsp; ERA is now the #1 selling real estate company that serves Dataw Island.&nbsp; These great sales results have benefited Dataw Island&nbsp;in more ways than one.&nbsp; Not only is the island now open to the entire Beaufort Multiple Listing Service (enabling other agents to sell on Dataw), but for every home or... ]]> </description>
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            <title>2009 Lady's Island Market Statistics - Here We Go</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[  For a short blog tonight, I thought I might keep everyone up to date on what has happened so far on the Lady's Island SC real estate scene in 2009.&nbsp; When I put this chart together I was a little surprised at how few homes had actually sold so far this year.&nbsp; Because closings take anywhere from 20-90 days, the low number are a direct reflection on how slow the end of 2008 was.&nbsp; While the market is not booming, there is no doubt the amount of buyers looking to buy a home is picking... ]]> </description>
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            <title>New Home Listing - Beautiful House on Cat Island SC 29907 - 11 Governors Trace - MLS # 118548</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ Because I love living here, and I am a Realtor, I have made Cat Island a major focus for my business.&nbsp; With&nbsp; that being the case, I try to keep up with the neighborhood home listings as soon as they hit the market.&nbsp;On Friday, one of my favorite houses in Olde Tabby Park (a section on the island) went for sale.&nbsp; 11 Governors Trace hit the market priced @ $535,000.&nbsp; I am excited as this is one of the best homes on Cat and the listing agent did a great job pricing the house... ]]> </description>
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            <title>Sen. Tom Davis Sponsors Bill for Impact Fees of Schools</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ You might not know, but Beaufort country already imposes impact fees housing developers
to construct and improve roads, libraries, and, fire stations.&nbsp; Under a
new bill sponsored by Senator Tom Davis (R - Beaufort), developers
impact fees could also be used to building and improvement of local Beaufort area schools. &nbsp;Living
in Charleston, prior to coming to Beaufort, has given me a unique
perspective on the future of Beaufort.&nbsp; It's strange as I see things
happening here tha... ]]> </description>
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            <title>Travel and Leisure Names Spring Island SC to Top 25 Golf Communities in America</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ As we here at Lowcountry Properties
already know, Spring Island is home to some of the most beautiful properties in the Lowcountry.&nbsp; In the latest edition of Travel and
Leisure, they name Spring Island to it's top 25 Golf Communities in
America.&nbsp; To real estate agents in Beaufort SC and residents of Spring
Island, this comes as no surprise.&nbsp; The natural setting, beautiful Old
Tabby Links golf course, and other wonderful amenities, culminate in
Spring Island being the premier... ]]> </description>
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            <title>Beaufort SC Home to be Featured on "Today" Show - Fri. Jan 30th, 9:00 am</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ So I can get in a short blog today I thought I would let everyone know that one of my co-workers, Linda Coe, will have one of her listing properties shown on NBC's The Today Show, at 9:00 am.&nbsp; I am so jealous!!! That's got to be exciting.&nbsp; Linda's listing is 32 Fiddler Drive on Lady's island.&nbsp; Take a preview before you see it on TV.&nbsp; I have been to this home, and it has great curb appeal and some newly re-done floors...Very Nice The competition in the Beaufort South Carolina ... ]]> </description>
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            <title>2008 Beaufort SC Real Estate Market Best in South Carolina</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[  While a nine percent decline in your local real estate market might seem like bad news, in South Carolina, you are the best.&nbsp; The 9.2% drop in Beaufort homes sales was the lowest of any South Carolina real estate market.&nbsp; Homes sales in Beaufort seemed like a dream come true compared to the Orangeburg, SC market, which fell an amazing 34%.&nbsp; If you have ever been to Orangeburg, that's certainly no surprise.&nbsp; Sorry Orangeburgonians.&nbsp; As far as the South Carolina real esta... ]]> </description>
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            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Beaufort SC, Thanks for not Disappointing!!!</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ If you have read any of my blogs here on Lowcountry Properties, you know I am somewhat new to the Beaufort area.&nbsp; A lot of people raise their eyebrows when I tell them I moved from Charleston.&nbsp; Everyone has such a high opinion of Charleston, they often wonder why any one would leave.&nbsp; It is a great question as Charleston truly is a nice city. &nbsp;I moved to Charleston in 1995 to attend the College of Charleston.&nbsp; For the frst 10 years I thought I had gone to heaven.&nbsp; C... ]]> </description>
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            <title>Housing Permits Down + Building Material Prices Down = A Great Time to Build</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[  Many of you probably read the Beaufort Gazette's Monday article on housing permits.&nbsp; Yes, housing permits are way down due to the real estate crisis.&nbsp; This hurts Beaufort real estate agents, brokers, builders, banks, and all real estate related industry.&nbsp; For all the negative news we see on TV, there is a bright spot on the housing front.&nbsp; Because of slumping housing permits, building materials in Beaufort have become much much cheaper.&nbsp; For those who own a vacant lot, ... ]]> </description>
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            <title>2008 4th Quarter Total Sales at Fripp off 69% Compared to 2005, Closings Down 71%</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[  Today I had a client ask me about Fripp Island and how sale were going out there.&nbsp; Long ago I stopped being surprised by how down the market is.&nbsp; Though that may be the case, I was thinking resort areas are doing still pretty good.&nbsp; After all, people who own homes in a beach community are rich, right?&nbsp; Well it seems that this housing slump hasn't even spared luxury home owners.Actually, when I pulled up Fripp sales for the 4th Quarter, I was a little taken aback.&nbsp; Only ... ]]> </description>
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            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Bailout for Realtors and Porn Industry?  Huh???</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[  I don't have a lot of time tonight but I wanted to comment of the proposed bailout for Realtors and other industries.Yes, I'm a Realtor and the past two years have not been as great as the previous 14 before that.  You know, it hurts.  While it hurts now, I have a very funny feeling these bailouts are going to set a VERY poor precedent for the future.  It seems like no one is being held accountable and the taxpayer has to pay the price.In the past, when I have made poor financial decisions, I l... ]]> </description>
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            <title>Beaufort SC Real Estate Market on the Upswing? and What will happen 2009?</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ This morning, after taking a holiday break, I attended the first ERA Evergreen Company meeting of 2009.&nbsp; When I arrived, the office was buzzing, and everyone sure seemed busier than I remember in the past few months.&nbsp; With my eyebrows raised, I asked several of my colleagues if things were picking up for them.&nbsp; Every agent I asked had that gleam in their eye and said, &quot;Yes, things are picking up&quot;.&nbsp; No doubt 2008 has been a less than stellar year financially and espe... ]]> </description>
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            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Beaufort County to Offer Installment Plan for Real Estate Taxes</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[  Having a tough time paying those large property tax bills all at once?&nbsp; Beaufort County has initiated a relief program to help residential and commercial property owners.&nbsp; The program allows property owners to divide their 2008 real property taxes into 5 separate installments.&nbsp; Applications for the program were mailed along with tax notices last month.&nbsp; An online version of the installment application can be found on the Beaufort County Website.&nbsp; Owners must apply for t... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 22:48:55 -0600</pubDate>
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            <title>Wine and Apps at ERA Evergreen for "Night on the Town"!!!</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[  Hello Everyone.&nbsp; As most of you know, &quot;Night on the Town&quot; is Friday night from 5:00 on, in downtown Beaufort.&nbsp; Like many downtown businesses, ERA Evergreen&nbsp;will be open to say hello to the public.&nbsp; We at ERA Evergreen would love to see your smiling faces.&nbsp; No teasers at ERA.&nbsp; We will have wine and appetizers for all the ravaged&nbsp;and thirsty folks.&nbsp; All of our agents will be there to answer any real estate questions you might have.&nbsp; Don't hav... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:50:53 -0600</pubDate>
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            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>25 Brisbane Drive in Battery Point, Beaufort, SC Real Estate - Now that's a nice house!!!</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[  Hello Everyone.&nbsp; The plan was for me to write a small blog once a week to keep some reading material on the board.&nbsp; That is still the plan, but at a Realtor event last week I got to see a home I had not seen before.&nbsp; Located in Battery Point, 25 Brisbane Drive was the location of the event. Being in Battery Point I knew the home would be nice.&nbsp; I was just surprised at how nice.&nbsp; With all the doom and gloom you start to expect every home on the market to be overpriced.&amp;n... ]]> </description>
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            <author>todd@lowcountryproperties.com (Todd Covington)</author>
            <title>Welcome to my LowcountryProperties.com Website</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ My name is Todd Covington and I would like to welcome you to my new website, www.LowcountryProperties.com&nbsp;.&nbsp; After years of hard work,&nbsp;research, and&nbsp;waiting for my wife to graduate from MUSC in Charleston,&nbsp;I finally launched Lowcountry Properties.&nbsp;&nbsp;I am very proud of how the site turned out, and hope home buyers and sellers will find it to be the ultimate resource when exploring the Beaufort, South Carolina real estate market.My first job as a real estate agent... ]]> </description>
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