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Just Listed! Lot 106 Rudder Court Conway, SC 29526
September 10th, 2008 2:18 PM
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Lot 106 Rudder Court

Conway, SC 29526



Beds: 0 Rooms: 0
Baths: 0 Sq. Ft.: 0
Garage: 0 Built: 0
 

DON'T PANIC YET! This beautifully situated lot is just ONE of only a couple remaining homesites available in the ever popular 55 & over, golf course community of Myrtle Trace South. Located off 501 within the Burning Ridge communtiy!
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Myrtle Beach Real Estate - Preparing For A Hurricane
September 5th, 2008 9:07 PM

As I sit here with Hurricane Hanna rapidly approaching and Ike looking like a menace right behind, I figured I'd post a some helpful info for everyone to think about.  Hurricane season lasts from August through the end of November, but most of the action happens right about now.  You can never be too prepared and sometimes some of the most obvious things get overlooked...

The following are some tips for personal preparation in the event of an evacuation and/or a hurricane:

  • Organize and evaluate your emergency supplies now. Check out the Hurricane checklist below.
  • Obtain a Hurricane Tracking Map to follow the course of the storm.
  • Prepare an adequate supply of reserve drinking water. Plan on one gallon of water perperson, per day. When a storm approaches, fill your bathtub, sinks, and extra pots and pans with tap water for washing and cooking.
  • Obtain fuel such as Sterno canned heat or gas for your barbecue if you plan to cook. NEVER USE A CHARCOAL GRILL INDOORS!
  • Trim trees and shrubbery of branches and limbs that could damage your house or utility lines now. Do not wait until a storm approaches.
  • If you own a boat, make arrangements now for its safekeeping during a storm.
  • Determine your evacuation level and zone. Decide where you will go if you must evacuate.
  • Know an alternate shelter in case you cannot go to your first choice.
  • Make arrangements for pets. They are not allowed in most refuge centers.
  • Keep your gas tank at least half full during hurricane season. Make sure that windshield wipers are in good working order and brakes are securely set.
  • Have sufficient cash on hand. If electricity is lost, banks and ATM’s will not operate and few stores will be able to accept credit cards.
  • Mobile home residents are urged to get a copy of the special instructions bulletin issued by Civil Defense authorities.

HURRICANE CHECKLIST

VITAL SUPPLIES

  • Battery-operated radio with extra batteries
  • Flashlights with extra batteries and bulbs
  • Clock (wind-up/battery-operated)
  • Paper cups, plates, and plastic utensils
  • Cash or traveler’s checks, change
  • Non-electric can opener and utility knife
  • Fire extinguisher: small canister, ABC type
  • Matches in a waterproof container
  • Shut-off wrench, to turn off household gas/ water
  • Lumber/tape for windows
  • Ice chests
  • Repair kit of small tools
  • Ordinary bleach
  • Deodorizer/Disinfectant
  • Supplies for infants and elderly adults

 

MEDICAL NEEDS

  • First Aid kit
  • Prescription medications
  • Adhesive tape
  • Cotton swabs
  • Antiseptic solution
  • Aspirin
  • Sterile rolls, bandages
  • Diarrhea medication
  • Toilet paper and/or pre-moistened towelettes
  • Soap, liquid detergent
  • Thermometer
  • Tweezers
  • Feminine Supplies
  • Plastic garbage bags
  • Other personal hygiene items

 

GROCERY ITEMS

  • WATER!!! (store at least one gallon of water per person per day, keeping at least a three-day
  • supply)
  • Ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits, and vegetables
  • Canned juices, milk, and soups (if powdered, store extra water)
  • Staples - sugar, salt, and pepper
  • High energy foods - peanut butter, jelly, crackers, granola bars, trail mix
  • Vitamins
  • Foods for infants, elderly persons, or persons on special diets
  • Comfort/stress foods - cookies, hard candy, sweetened cereals, lollipops, instant coffee, tea bags

 

SPECIAL ITEMS

Entertainment items - cards, books, games

Important Family Documents - keep in a waterproof, portable container

Clothing and footwear for each family member

Bedding - blankets, sleeping bags, pillows

Stores fill quickly with panicked shoppers when a storm approaches, so stockpile gradually, picking up one or two extra items each time you shop. Keep this checklist on your refrigerator, as a reminder.  And speaking of your refrigerator, you should turn it on it's coldest setting in the event that you lose power.  Your food will stay colder longer if you avoid the temptation of opening it.


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Just Listed! 4354 Summit Trail Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
August 27th, 2008 12:53 PM
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$174,900.00
4354 Summit Trail

Myrtle Beach, SC 29579



Beds: 2.0 Rooms: 2
Baths: 2.00 Sq. Ft.: 1200.00
Garage: 0 Built: 0
 

Custom built home with spacious rooms and open floorplan. Beautifully landscaped yard with palm trees and private deck in rear. MINT CONDITION inside with some minor remodeling and fresh paint throughout.
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Shawn Hixenbaugh
NEW RESORTS Coastal Real Estate Sales & Marketing
843-267-1879
www.myrtlebeachinvesting.com



 
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Myrtle Beach Real Estate - Good Numbers or Bad Numbers, You Decide...
August 15th, 2008 2:04 PM
The prices of condominiums sold on the Grand Strand continued falling in July as did the amount of condo inventory, but single-family house prices were at their highest levels this year, according to the monthly Coastal Carolinas Association of Realtors report released Monday.

The median condo price - where half sell for more and half sell for less - fell to $149,000 in July. What's promising for condo sellers is that the number of condos on the market also dropped in July. Inventory continued its downward slide to 7,691 units, 19 fewer than in June and 280 fewer than at the beginning of the year.

That means less competition for condo sellers and could indicate the market is inching closer to achieving a balance between supply and demand.

But just because inventory is going down doesn't mean the property is selling.  Some sellers are taking their home off of the market.  Most of these homes have been on the market for a while and the owners are unwilling to budge on their price. 

The median price of single-family houses sold was unchanged from June with prices at $209,900.  This is the highest median price the market has seen this year.

Single-family house prices have fluctuated this year, but have remained between 1 percent and 12 percent lower than last year's levels. It's unclear whether the relatively high median selling price over the past few months is the start of an upward trend.

By the numbers

Here's a look at July home sales and prices on the Grand Strand.

 

Single-family homes

Sales: 267

Active listings: 6,669

Avg. days on the market: 159

Median selling price: $209,900

 

Condos

Sales: 263

Active listings: 7,691

Avg. days on the market: 207

Median selling price: $149,000

Source: Coastal Carolinas Association of Realtors


This could mean that we've hit rock bottom as far as prices go, but only time will tell.  Everyone's looking for the bottom and we won't know until we hit it and bounce back.  I can honestly say that there are still plenty of incredible deals to be had right now and I'm not sure how much longer they'll last.  Investment properties on the Grand Strand can be very profitable if you know what to look for and what to avoid.  There's an art to finding a desirable property with a great rental history and I can assist you in every aspect of this process.  We'll discuss what you're looking for and I'll do all the work to find the right property for you.  When you're ready, contact me and we'll meet to discuss your plans.

Your Partner In Success,                                   

                  Shawn

 


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Myrtle Beach Real Estate - What A Cool Place To Visit Or Live!
August 1st, 2008 2:39 PM

Summer's in full effect right now and there are families from all over flocking to Myrtle Beach.  Unfortunately, a lot of us that live here take it for granted and forget just how lucky we are to live in such a place.  There are families that save all year long just so they can spend one week in our hometown.  Most people can't remember what they got for their 10th birthday, but most can remember the family vacations that they took when they were that young.  I'm going to take this time to point out some attractions that we have here.  Some are new, some are old, but all of them offer a unique way to spend a summer vacation that you'll never forget.

Broadway At The Beach

When I first moved here,  Broadway at the Beach was brand new and I found myself there all the time.  They have everything from an IMAX theater where you can watch movies that would blow your mind to Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville. 

 

Barefoot Landing

This was the original shop, eat, and play destination before Broadway at the Beach was around.  There are some of the finest restaurants on the Grand Strand along with some of the best little shops anywhere.  This is also home of the House Of Blues, Alligator Adventure and T.I.G.E.R.S.

 

Family Kingdom

Since the Pavilion is no longer here,  this is Myrtle Beach's only seaside amusement park.  They never charge for admission and offer endless fun for any little one in your group.  Adults- you'll even start to feel like a kid again.

 

Hard Rock Park

The newest addition to fun in Myrtle Beach.  Everything has a rock-n-roll theme like the 65 mph Led Zeppelin ride to their longest ride the Life in the Fast Lane.  They also have an ampitheater that has already features the Eagles and Kid Rock.  This is just the beginning and I'm sure that it'll only get better.

 

Brookgreen Gardens

If you're a little more cultured and rollercoasters and giant crocodiles aren't your thing, let me introduce you to this little slice of paradise.  In 1931, Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington founded Brookgreen Gardens to preserve the native flora and fauna and display objects of art within that natural setting. Today, Brookgreen Gardens is a National Historic Landmark with the most significant collection of figurative sculpture in an outdoor setting by American artists in the world and has the only zoo accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums on the coast of the Carolinas.

Well, there you have a few of the attactions available here on the Grand Strand.  I hope everyone is enjoying their summer as much as I am.  I've gotta go, time to go ride the JetSki...

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


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Myrtle Beach Real Estate - What Are You Waiting For?
July 18th, 2008 2:01 PM

I strive to give you the truth - whether good or bad.  So, while other agents are spending their time making excuses for lack of business, I'm processing all of the information available to me.  I use this to determine which way I need to steer my business, and with the present state of the market there are tons of oportunities available to informed investors.  So here we go with the numbers...

Summary: Condos sales are down 34%; prices are down 20%. Home sales are down 27%; prices are down 7%.

Buyers are finding great deals.

The downtrend in the Myrtle Beach real estate market has continued in 2008 according to MLS data. Condos sales are down 34%, while prices are down 20%. Home are sales down 27%, while prices are down 7% year over year, January through June.

The condo market has been hit the hardest because of the dramatic run-up during the 2004 – 2005 boom. Single family homes prices didn’t gain as much and haven’t gone down as much over the same period of time.

What will it take to turn the market around?

Lower prices, the mortgage market, and buyer confidence are the keys to a turnaround. At some point lower prices will attract new buyers. But they will have to be able to get loans. With the mortgage market so tight right now, “cash is king,” unless you have very good credit. The politics of the presidential election are also creating uncertainty.

How long will it take to turn the market around?

No one really knows for sure… a lot depends on the economy and the outcome of the elections. Analysts predict anywhere from 2009 to 2010. It still gets down to supply and demand. When supply and demand begin to balance out, the real estate market will improve. Right now, buyers have the advantage and sellers are still lowering prices to make a sale.

Good news for buyers.

It’s an ill wind that doesn’t blow some good. The bad news for sellers is good news for buyers. Buyers with cash and/or great credit are finding some very good deals. The longer the downtrend continues, the more willing sellers are to make concessions. But buyers have to decide on the kind of property they want and do their research in advance, so that they’ll know a good deal when they see it.

I am a full service real estate consultant, but I specialize in helping real estate investors.  Right now is the perfect time to get involved if you've been standing on the sidelines.  There have been some incredible opportunities for the people I am representing right now and there are plenty to go around.  If you're waiting for the prices to come down even more, you'll miss the boat.  Also, if you wait that long you will be looking at an inventory that has been picked over by the smarter investors who were ahead of the curve.

Call me today at 843-267-1879 and let your money work for you, instead of working for your money.

 


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Myrtle Beach Real Estate - 5 Steps To Improve Your Credit
July 6th, 2008 11:46 PM

Blotches on your credit report cost you.

Don't despair. It's never too late to become creditworthy.  To improve your credit rating, just get started, and remember that it won't happen overnight.

1. Order your credit reports.
Find out what the top three credit bureaus -- Equifax, TransUnion and Experian -- are saying about you. It's likely that they're all slightly different.

Yes, different! Creditors don't have to report to all three credit bureaus, so they typically report to the credit bureau to which they also subscribe.

Time and money is wasted, says Steve Rhode, president and founder of Myvesta.org, if you only order a report from one credit bureau.

Thanks to a federal law, you are now entitled to one free credit report from each of these credit reporting agencies per year.

The reports will not automatically be sent out. Each consumer must request his or her reports one of these three ways: Go to annualcreditreport.com, which is the only authorized source for consumers to access their annual credit report online for free; call (877) 322-8228, or you may complete the form on the back of the Annual Credit Report Request brochure and mail it to Annual Credit Report Request Service, P.O. Box 105283, Atlanta, GA, 30348-5283.

One more caveat: You'll be able to order all three credit reports at one time or one at a time at different times throughout the year. It's your choice. But be sure to order from the centralized agency. If you go directly to the credit reporting agencies, you will be charged unless you fit another criterion for a free report.

The new ruling doesn't replace the other ways to receive a free credit report.  You're still entitled to a free credit report if: you've been denied credit, insurance or employment based on your credit report or you're applying for unemployment or receive public assistance. Also, if you currently reside in a state that already offers an annual free credit report from each credit reporting agency, you are entitled to the report. Georgia residents are entitled to two free annual credit reports from each credit reporting agency.

If not, you can order an extra credit report from each bureau for around $9.

2. Examine your reports carefully.
Nearly every consumer has an error on at least one credit report from one of the major credit bureaus, says Rhode. Credit bureaus generate your report on information they receive from your creditors, and they don't verify the information.

Keeping your credit report a true reflection of you is -- like it or not -- your job. Get ready to clean and polish. Carefully look for errors including typing errors, outdated and incomplete information and inaccurate account histories. You'll want to make a thorough list of items you dispute and the reasons why. Be meticulous.

If the negative information in your report is true, only time and improved habits can change that. Late payments and charged-off accounts remain on your report for seven years, some bankruptcies for 10. Most creditors, however, look for a pattern of payment rather than focusing on one-time or rare occurrences; so consistent on-time bill payments will improve those blemishes.

3. Double-D strategy -- dispute and document.
Remember, a bad report costs you money. You can either complete the dispute form provided with your credit report or write a letter. Clearly identify each mistake and state why it's wrong. A recommendation is to send a photocopy of your credit report with the mistakes circled to the reporting credit bureau.

Include copies of supporting documents. Keep copies and records of all the forms, letters and documentation that you send the credit bureaus, plus dates sent. The credit bureau must investigate any relevant dispute within 30 days of receiving your letter. Any item that is not verified as accurate by a creditor is removed.

Sometimes it's necessary to contact your creditors to resolve mistakes.

If the credit bureau makes any changes to your credit file, it will send you the results and a free, updated copy of your credit report. Once a negative item is removed from your report, the credit bureau cannot put it back on unless a creditor verifies its accuracy and completeness -- and sends you written notice.

4. Solve and dissolve debt.
Now's the time to devise a spending plan that reduces your debt and sets you up to pay on time, every time.

If you're having difficulty making payments, be proactive. Call your creditors and negotiate to keep your accounts current and from being reported as delinquent or "bad debt." You can ask for reduced monthly payments or even change due dates to balance out your monthly bills.

The same strategy can be used for fixed-loan payments. Remember, though, that this is a short-term strategy. You'll pay more interest to extend the repayment schedule, but it allows you to stay current and save your credit rating. Use the extra money to pay off debts one at a time, gradually increasing payments to other debts.

Deal with any collection accounts. Unpaid collections are worse than paid collections. You can negotiate a payoff settlement that reduces your bill, plus demand that all derogatory remarks are removed from your credit report or at least reported as paid in full. Be sure to get all agreements in writing before sending off your payment.

Slowly close out unneeded or unused credit accounts. Most experts recommend carrying between two and four major cards. But be cautious when canceling because closing accounts can negatively impact your credit score, commonly called a FICO score. FICO considers the ratio of total debts to total available credit. A good rule of thumb is to keep your revolving debt to 50 percent of your available credit.

Remember that cutting up the card doesn't close out the account.

Other tips:

5. Add stability to your credit file
You can also work to add positive information and show stability in your credit file.

You may have been denied credit because of an insufficient credit file, yet you have credit. Some creditors -- such as travel, entertainment and gasoline card companies, local banks, and credit unions -- may not report your credit history to the credit bureaus. You can try asking the credit grantors to report your account information and monthly payment history to a credit-reporting agency. Not all will do that. So, in the future, before opening a new account, ask if your on-time payments will be reported monthly to a credit-reporting agency, recommends Myvesta.org.

If you have really bad credit -- perhaps even filed bankruptcy -- don't let your credit status go dormant. "The faster you begin to re-establish good credit, where you pay on time, every time," says Craig Watts, consumer affairs manager of Fair Isaac Corp., "the faster you'll improve your credit score."

Build a solid credit history. A secured credit card offers those with no credit and those repairing their credit this opportunity. Shop around for the best deal available, but limit your applications. Credit bureaus look at how many new accounts you've opened, and the number of "inquiries" for new accounts that are listed. A sudden flurry of "inquiries" results in a lower score because many times consumers anticipating money problems increase their credit lines. Inquiries made by creditors wanting to make "prescreened" credit offers are not counted.

Lastly, open a savings account at your bank. This shows creditors that you are working to save and that you have reserves to repay debt.

Hopefully you learned a little here and remember that it's never too late. Improving your credit can save you a small fortune and letting your credit rating slip can cost you even more. 


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Myrtle Beach Real Estate - What Goes Into A Listing Price?
June 27th, 2008 11:53 PM
I've had some listing appointments where the sellers had an idea of what they wanted to list their home for, and it was not what I had in mind.  Some have an inflated value of their home and surprisingly some would have listed at too low.  There are actually a lot of variables that go into setting a listing price and it's not always an exact science.  During this phase of the home selling process, your agent should help you set your list price based on:

  • Pricing considerations
  • Comparable sales
  • Market conditions
  • Offering incentives
  • Estimating net proceeds

Pricing considerations
In setting the list price for your home, you should be aware of a buyer's frame of mind. Consider the following pricing factors: If you set the price too high, your house won't be picked for viewing, even though it may be much nicer than other homes on the street. You may have told your agent to "Bring me any offer. Honestly, I'd take less." But compared to other houses for sale, your home simply looks too expensive to be considered. If you price too low, you'll short-change yourself. Your house will sell promptly, yes, but you may make less on the sale than if you had set a higher price and waited for a buyer who was willing to pay it.

TIP: Never say "asking" price, which implies you don't expect to get it.


Using comparable sales
No matter how attractive and polished your house, buyers will be comparing its price with everything else on the market. Your best guide is a record of what the buying public has been willing to pay in the past few months for property in your neighborhood like yours. Your agent can furnish data on sales figures for those "comps", and analyze them for a suggested listing price. The decision about how much to ask, though, is always yours.

The list of comparable sales an agent brings to you, along with data about other houses in your neighborhood presently on the market, is used for a "Comparative Market Analysis (CMA)." To help in estimating a possible sales price for your house, the analysis will also include data on nearby houses that failed to sell in the past few months, along with their list prices. This CMA differs from a formal appraisal in several ways. One major difference is that an appraisal will be based only on past sales. In addition, an appraisal is done for a fee while the CMA is provided by your agent and may include properties currently listed for sale and those currently pending sale. In a normal home sale, a CMA is probably enough to let you set a proper price.

A formal written appraisal (which may cost a few hundred dollars) can be useful if you have a unique property, if there hasn't been much activity in your area recently, if co-owners disagree about price, or if there is any other circumstance that makes it difficult to put a value on your home.

TIP: If you do order a market value appraisal, make it clear you don't need an elaborate, or full narrative report -- the kind that's complete with photos of the house and neighborhood, a map specifying the site, and floor plans is sufficient.

Consider market conditions
A Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) often includes Days on the Market (DOM) for each comparable house sold. When real estate is booming and prices are rising, houses may sell in a few days. Conversely, when the market slows down, average DOM can run into many months. Your agent can tell you whether your area is currently a buyer's market or a seller's market. In a seller's market, you can price a bit beyond what you really expect, just to see what the reaction will be. In a buyer's market, if you really need to sell promptly, offer an attractive bargain price.

Offering incentives
Some sellers list at the rock-bottom price they'd really take, because they hate bargaining. Others add on thousands to the estimated market value "just to see what happens." If you want to try that, and if you have the luxury of enough time to feel out the market, sit down with your agent and work out a schedule in advance. If there haven't been many prospects viewing your home after three weeks, you may need to lower your list price. If that doesn't bring any prospective buyers, you may need to lower your list price again. Plan on doing that regularly until you find a level that attracts buyers. Make a written schedule in advance, before emotion takes over and you're tempted to dig your heels in.

Sometimes cash incentives are as effective as lowering the price, especially in the lower price range where buyers may be "cash poor." You may offer to pay some or all of a buyer's closing costs and discount points required by the buyer's lending institution. If you haven't had much traffic through your house and you're in a hurry to sell, you may want to add the offer of a bonus to the selling broker, in addition to their commission. An example of the wording for such an offer may be "to the broker who brings a successful offer before Christmas."  There's an actual "fun" factor added to these that seem to get more results than just lowering the price.

Estimating net proceeds
Once you've been given an estimate of market value by your agent, you can get a rough idea of how much cash you might walk away with when the sale is completed. This can be particularly useful as you start looking for another home to buy. From the estimated sales price, subtract:

  • Payoff figure on your present loan(s)
  • Broker's commission
  • Any prepayment penalty on your mortgage
  • Attorney's fees, if any
  • Unpaid property taxes

In addition, your agent can tell you whether local customs or rules dictate that the buyer or seller to pay for the following items:

  • Title insurance premium
  • Transfer taxes
  • Survey fees
  • Inspections and repairs for termites and the like
  • Recording fees
  • Homeowner Association transfer fees and document preparation
  • Home protection plan
  • Natural hazard disclosure report

As far as closing costs are concerned, you and your eventual buyer may agree on any arrangement that suits you, no matter what local practice dictates. Your agent will assist you in estimating what your final closing costs will be.

As you can see there is a lot that goes into making this very important decision.  Most people will go through this process once in their lifetime.  Some people will do it two or three times.  Some, like me, do it for a living...



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Myrtle Beach Real Estate - Is Help on the Way For Homeowners in Trouble?
June 22nd, 2008 10:26 AM

The U.S. House passed a housing aid plan in May that would provide $300 billion to refinance mortgages for homeowners facing foreclosure.

Under the program, lenders will get an FHA guarantee on the loan if they write down the principal amount by 15 percent from the home’s current appraised value. The bill excludes investors and those who lied about their income on a loan application.

A companion measure would give first-time home buyers a $7,500 tax credit and provide $15 billion to allow communities to buy and fix abandoned homes. The vote on the FHA plan was 266 to 155, drawing support from 39 Republicans. The homebuyer tax credit was approved by a margin of 322 to 94.

The bill now goes to the Senate, which must debate and vote on it.

President Bush has said he would veto the measure if it passes.


 

 


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Myrtle Beach Real Estate - Beware of Scams and Fraud
June 5th, 2008 12:52 AM
With all of the doom and gloom that has been painted in the news over the last year and a half there are a lot of scam artists that are preying on those that are down and out. 

Delinquent homeowners looking to break free from default notices are getting tricked by brokers promising to save them from foreclosure, only to make off with thousands in fees or what home equity is left.

Take rent-to-buy scams. In cases like these, a fraudulent rescue company convinces a homeowner to sign over the title while building equity as a renter. The homeowner avoids foreclosure but risks being evicted by the very firm that promised to save his home.

The situation is bad enough in Florida, one of the nation's foreclosure capitals, that State Attorney General Bill McCollum has filed suit against National Foreclosure Management, a mediation company, for allegedly defrauding troubled homeowners; fraudulent rescue companies in Illinois have been increasingly penalized, while in Massachusetts the for-profit practice of foreclosure rescue transactions has been banned.

With rising foreclosures threatening homeowners, rescue brokers prey on subprime or adjustable rate borrowers because many facing foreclosure are overextended and desperately looking for a way out of their mortgages.

Low-level schemes involve those who pose as mediation specialists or counselors promising to rescue homes from foreclosure. Naturally, they work for a fee. While they might not charge an excessive amount of money, between $300 and $6,670, according to the Illinois state's attorney's office, the Federal Trade Commission says that once homeowners pay that first check, these so-called specialists disappear.

It hurts to lose a few hundred dollars, or even a thousand, but the wilier schemes involve surrendering the title.

The most basic involves pushing on homeowners' phony documents that appear to be a new mortgage application. These are known as rescue loans which, if correctly represented, give a homeowner the cash to stave off a foreclosure. Instead, these false documents turn over the title.

A more sophisticated version of this scam involves a rent-to-buy provision. Here, a mediator matches a distressed homeowner with a management company that takes over the property while giving the homeowner the ability to become a long-term renter, with his rent paying down the mortgage.

The premise here is that the management company has great credit and can refinance at a better rate, which they will do for a fee. This arrangement is attractive to a delinquent homeowner because the months-long foreclosure process is a black mark on a credit report.

"By the time a delinquent loan goes into the foreclosure process, borrowers typically are behind many months in payments, and the debt has grown with late fees and other charges," says Peggy Twohig, associate director of the Division of Financial Practices at the Federal Trade Commission. "Because of the late payments, the borrowers' credit histories have deteriorated."

Of course, once the title is surrendered, the fraudster makes off with what equity the homeowner has built. Even worse, if the title has been surrendered and the new owner falls into foreclosure, the original homeowner will be evicted because they no longer possess a legal claim on the property.

S.C. to get mortgage fraud hot line

South Carolinians who think they have been the victims of mortgage fraud will have a dedicated telephone hot line to call soon.

The S.C. Attorney Generals office and S.C. Department of Consumer Affairs will announce the hot line and discuss the state of mortgage fraud in the state at a news conference Monday.

Mortgage fraud cases have increased nationwide as banks and other institutions relied more on third-party brokers during the housing boom, the FBI said in a report released last month.

Mortgage fraud complaints nationwide are on pace this year to rise by one-third over last year and nearly double compared to two years ago, the FBI reported.

The number of pending mortgage fraud cases rose 50 percent last year nationally, according to the FBI.


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Just Listed! Lot 2 Brookgreen Trace Place Pawleys Island, SC 29585
May 28th, 2008 2:43 AM
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Lot 2 Brookgreen Trace Place

Pawleys Island, SC 29585



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Myrtle Beach Real Estate - Six Ways To Beat The Stress Of Buying A Home
May 28th, 2008 2:05 AM

DEATH, DIVORCE & MOVING are the three most stressful experiences in life. There are two very different kinds of needs that people have while moving. First there are the transactional needs, like finding the home that is just right for them, finding a seller who is realistic, negotiating the price, filling out the paperwork, handling the escrow, and arranging for the move. But there are also emotional needs that are involved when moving, and this is where the biggest stress comes in. Any competent agent will handle the transactional needs for you, but if your emotional needs are unfulfilled, you'll be frustrated and may not act in your own best interests. The ideal real estate agent is one, who is competent with paperwork and numbers, but can also guide, direct, and counsel you through the emotional ups and downs of moving. This is the kind of service that the team here at Myrtle Beach Investing delivers.

Here are the six best ways I've found to beat the stress.

1. Begin with the end in mind. Have an ultimate scenario of where you're trying to be. What will life be like when you get there? How will it be better than where you are now? Dwell on that picture and write it out, fill up at least a page about how it feels in the new place. This is imperative. Having the goal in front of you at all times energizes you to achieve it, in spite of setbacks and frustrations. Emotions will run high and you need an anchor. You too must focus on that future goal when anxiety threatens to get the better of you.

2. Be flexible. In your monetary calculations, overestimate by a thousand dollars. In this market, anything can happen between contract acceptance and closing. It could be the inspections reveal areas of concern that the seller is unwilling to fix or the repair costs are higher than the amount limited in the contract. Or the interest rate changes which affects the necessary down payment and closing costs you will need to come up with. As your real estate team, we will strive to tie up loose ends as quickly as possible, but remember there is no perfect world. Most buyers feel a bit overwhelmed when taking on a new mortgage and the responsibilities of a new home. I've seen many buyers get angry when it seems like the cost just keeps going up. Anger is caused when reality doesn't match up with the expectations you had in your mind. So if you anticipate this happening in advance, you won't get angry. In fact, it'll probably go better than you expected.

3. Trust in the process.
There's just so much to do, it's easy to panic. You wonder if it will ever work out. In fact, when we bought our house, we couldn't eat for a day, we felt sick to our stomachs! You think you're taking a big chance, but the truth is you're giving yourself a big chance. Even though you can't see every step of the way, as you move towards your goals, the way opens up. You probably haven't moved in a long time and it's a major upheaval in your life. But we've been there many times before, and we'll be looking out for you. Trust that we know the way to get you there.

4. Get knowledge. One thing you'll probably feel during this transition time is being out of control. It feels like everyone else has taken over your life. The seller, your lender, the appraiser, the inspectors, they all have the power to say yes or no to your moving plans. We'll try our best to let you know ahead of time what your expenses will be, and what the unknowns are. We'll tie down the loose ends as soon as possible. We'll try to get your loan approved within a reasonable time frame. We'll educate you as best we can and let you in "behind the scenes" so you won't ever feel stupid or out of control.

5. What is your option?
When things don't go as smoothly as you had hoped, don't let emotions take over. Always ask yourself "What is my option?" because there are always options. Let's pretend the lender takes longer than agreed upon to get your loan. He keeps asking you for more and more documentation until it feels like he also needs to know how many gold fillings you have in your mouth! You feel upset because you wanted to feel certain about the move and now you still have to live with the uncertainty. You want to say "Forget it, I'm fed up with this!" But what is your option? Find a new lender and start the process over again? That may take weeks, plus you will have to provide all the paperwork all over again. If the lender is trying his best, it may be better to give him a few more days. Each case is unique, but when setbacks occur we've found that asking yourself this question helps to defuse the situation and restore clear headed thinking.

6. Seek entertainment. When there's nothing you can do about the situation, take your mind off of it altogether. Maybe you expected loan approval on Friday, but now it won't come until Monday. You hate being in limbo and feeling powerless. So do something else entirely, maybe something where you aren't powerless. Take a hike, play tennis, get out of town for the day, watch a movie, pray, or pour yourself into your work. Whatever diversion works best for you- now would be a good time to engage in it. Just forget the situation and refuse to listen to those irritating thoughts when they come into your head. Think about something else instead and just take it one day at a time.

To keep stress to a minimum, here's how we'll serve you when you work with us in buying your new home:

  • We promise not to take your business for granted
  • We will inform you of your options
  • We will give you our best-reasoned expert counsel and advice with your best interests in mind
  • We will clarify your goals and motivation, so that you can decide if moving is the wisest choice at this time
  • We will provide recommendations and information to help your kids through all the changes
  • We will negotiate effectively for you to get the lowest possible price for your new home
  • We will protect your interests during escrow, keeping a detailed record of the transaction
  • We will be your levelheaded sounding board or relief valve when the stress is overwhelming
  • We will counsel you through the feelings of "buyer's remorse"
  • We will alert you ahead of time to every possibility so you
    feel more in control
  • We will contact you daily during the last 10 days of the transaction to serve your needs
  • We will provide guidance and help with movers, change of address, utilities shut off, cleaning, etc.
  • As your Real Estate cunsultants, we will continue to give you information of value after the transaction... for life.

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Myrtle Beach Real Estate - Seven Different Reasons To Own Your Own Home
May 20th, 2008 11:50 PM
You've probably seen lots of financial arguments about why you should own your own home rather than rent.  This includes budgeting (no rent increases) and the tax savings you'll most likely have.  Now I'm going to give you some reasons you probably haven't heard.

#1:  Freedom to pursue other goals in life once the major goal of home ownership is achieved.

Strange as it sounds, many of my first-time buyers have told me that once they bought the house, other things in their life started to fall into place.  It's as if not owning took so much of their mental energy that other goals were not worked on until that big goal was reached.  So buy a home and get on with your life!

#2:  A greater sense of belonging to the community.

Once you own a home, you feel more attached to the city in which you live.  You're more interested in what happens in town, to the roads, schools, and shopping areas.  Some people even become involved in local politics.

#3:  A commitment to something, a sense of stability.

Home ownership is an anchor, something that cannot be pulled out from under you.  You'll never get a notice that you have to move.  You're kids will never have to change schools.  It gives you freedom to plan years ahead.

#4:  You can change things, a feeling of being in control.

It's your home.  You can add to it, remodel it, change the landscaping, do whatever projects you want.  You have a feeling of being in control of something in your life.  At work we don't always have control of what happens, but your home is your castle and you have dominion over it.  You can see what you're building take shape before your eyes.

#5:  More control over the children than in an apartment complex

In a neighborhood, kids usually play in the yards or go to friend's houses a few doors away.  My clients have told me that in an apartment complex they never knew where the kids were.  They could be in any of hundreds of apartments, doing who knows what.  In a home you get to know the neighbors and watch out for each other's kids.

#6:  Children do better in school and feel more secure.

This one surprised me, but buyers have reported to me that their kids calmed down in school after they bought a house.  I don't know why, but it seems to work that way.  I remember a single mom watching her son play in the yard, making steps in the slope and building things.  She didn't have to tell him to leave everything alone, like she did at the apartment complex.  I guess kids feel the same need for control we adults do.

#7:  Time and money saved by not going to the Laundromat.

A small point, but if you have kids, you know the value of this one.  You gain a whole evening a week when you buy a house!  The wash gets done in between other things, or while you're at work.  What would you do with the extra evening you'll have?  How about going out for dessert with your spouse with all those quarters?

I've been in a home of our own for so long; I take these benefits for granted.  I forgot what it's like to be a renter!  If you have anything you can add to the list, please let me know via email.  I would love to hear from you!

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Myrtle Beach Real Estate - Adjustable Rate Mortgages: How Do They Really Work?
May 13th, 2008 1:23 PM

You've been hearing about a lot of people getting into trouble because they have an adjustable rate mortgage and can't afford their payments.  There will probably be even more over the next few years as teaser-rate adjustable mortgages skyrocket to double-digit interest rates.  Adjustable-rate mortgages were created to take the risk of rising rates away from banks and mortgage companies and place it squarely on the shoulders of the borrower.  Given the complexities of adjustable-rate mortgages, it should come as no surprise that this type of borrowing can give rise to confusion.  I'm going to do my best to explain exactly how they work.

An adjustable rate mortgage (ARM) is one that provides for the interest rate to change (adjust) at fixed intervals throughout the term of the loan. How often the interest rate can change is determined in advance, and is spelled out in the loan agreement (note). The three most typical ARM loans adjust monthly, every six months, or annually.

The Basic Features of an ARM Loan

Index:
The index is the cost of the money to the lender and is what the interest rate of an ARM is based upon. There are several indices in use today: the 1-Year Treasury Bond index (which is the one most commonly used), the Six-Month Treasury Bill index, the 11th District Cost of Funds index, and the LIBOR index, among a few others. The value of the index changes at regular intervals.

Margin:
This is the spread between the value of the index and the interest rate actually charged to the borrower. Essentially, it is the lenders profit margin. The margin is set at the beginning of the loan and does not change for the life of the loan.

Initial interest rate:
This is the interest rate that you pay until the first adjustment. Often the initial interest rate is lower than the sum of the current index value and the margin. When this happens, it is called a "teaser rate." If the ARM loan has a teaser rate, the interest rate will almost certainly increase at the first adjustment or two.

Adjusted rate:
This is the new interest rate that the borrower pays for the next adjustment period. It is calculated according to a formula that involves the index value, the margin and the adjustment cap, the terms of which are set forth at the beginning of the loan in the mortgage note. (see How the Interest Rate is Calculated at Each Adjustment Period)

Adjustment cap: The adjustment cap limits the amount the interest rate can change from one adjustment period to the next. It is set at the beginning of the loan and does not change for the life of the loan.

Adjustment period: This is the fixed interval period at which the interest rate will adjust. The payment will then change based, in part, upon the new interest rate.

Life cap: The life cap of the loan is the maximum interest rate that can ever be charged on the loan, regardless of how high the value of the index rises. The life cap is typically quoted as an interest rate; i.e. a "five percent life cap" which means the life cap is five percent over the initial interest rate.


How the Interest Rate is Adjusted at Each Adjustment Period

For this example, Bill and Sue obtained an ARM loan with the following terms:

Index:

Initial rate:

Adjustment Period:

1-Year Treasury Bond

4.50%

1 year

Margin:

Adjustment cap:

Life cap:

2.50%

2.00%

9.00%


After paying 4.50% for the first year, Bill and Sues interest rate will be adjusted, and a new payment calculated. The lender does this by calculating two possible interest rates and giving the borrower the lower of the two:

Interest rate calculation formula #1: Interest rate calculation formula #2:

Value of index
+
Margin
------------------------
New interest rate

Current interest rate
+
Adjustment cap
------------------------
New interest rate


Based on these formulas, heres the calculation of Bill and Sues new interest rate:

Interest rate calculation formula #1: Interest rate calculation formula #2:

4.98
+
2.50
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7.48%

4.50
+
2.00
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6.50%




Since the interest rate in calculation #2 (6.50%) is the lower of the two, it becomes Bill and Sues new interest rate for the next year. At the end of one year, and every year thereafter for the life of the loan, the lender will do this again. Each time, the new interest rate for the next year then becomes the current interest rate that is used in calculation formula #2 at the next adjustment. Remember: the margin and the adjustment cap remain constant throughout the life of the loan. Only the value of the index and the interest rate change.

How does the life cap come into play? In this example, if the interest rates calculated according to both formulas ever exceed 13.50%, Bill and Sue will be given an interest rate of 13.50% - the life cap of their loan.

How to double-check your lenders calculation? The values of all the commonly used indices are published in the Wall Street Journal, and can also be found online.

I hope this answers any questions that you have about ARM's.  A knowledgable real estate professional can help to guide you through the process and decide if this is the best option.  With today's present rates there are fewer and fewer people choosing ARM's and many are refinancing and locking into fixed rate mortgages. 


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Myrtle Beach Real Estate - How to Sell Your House For the Most Money In The Shortest Possible Time
May 4th, 2008 11:20 PM

Your imagination is the most powerful tool you have to improve the value of your property and it's free. Here's how: Step out of your own shoes and step into your potential buyer's shoes. Then take a good, realistic look at your house and property, and consider: Is it appealing? Can you imagine yourself living there comfortably? Or do you imagine yourself putting in a lot of work to make the house and property acceptable?

Most buyers are interested in three things about a property they're considering:

Visual appeal (landscaping, spaciousness, cleanliness, color, lack of clutter)

Maintenance (everything in working order, nothing to repair or paint)

Safety (locks and deadbolts, burglar/fire alarm systems, busyness of the neighborhood)

If a potential buyer can't form a good mental picture of living in your house no sale! With this in mind, you'll want to give your property a good, hard look from the outside in. You want to create a fabulous first impression so everyone will want to come inside.

What to Look For On the Outside

Roof and gutters: When buyers look at your house from their car, about 30% of what they see is your roof. Be certain it's in good repair.

Landscaping: A well-manicured yard and a smooth, even driveway reassure potential buyers that you care about your property. A yard free of mud and weeds suggests a good sprinkler system and low maintenance.

Paint and siding: Neutral colors and a clean appearance are important. Consider repainting or power-washing both your house and roof.

Porch or covered patio: Make sure it's clean and uncluttered.

Fence: Fencing should be in good repair.

What to Look For On the Inside

Kitchen: Regardless of your kitchen size, you can make it feel spacious: Remove appliances and gadgets from your counter tops and store them. Repair broken or cracked counters.

Bathrooms: Replace faucets, medicine cabinet, and towel racks if necessary; be certain the bathrooms are spotless and fresh-smelling.

Master Bedroom: Spaciousness and decor are important. Remove and store nonessential furniture.

Flooring: An investment in new carpeting almost always increases the perceived value of a home. Select a neutral color of medium-grade carpeting and padding. Replace cracked and broken tiles.

Wall covering: A fresh coat of paint can do wonders. Always use neutral or soft, warm colors. Avoid wallpaper.

Personal touches: Eclectic personal touches may distract potential buyers.

Deciding What to Do First

The most important thing to think about first is this: Fix what you can see! Cosmetic changes, regardless of the cost, will make a world of difference when it comes time to sell. Whatever you saw when you put on your potential buyer's shoes, that's what you do first, from the outside in.

Keep in mind that you want the best return on your investment. When you make cosmetic changes, you maximize popular appeal. People will see what looks great, and they'll picture themselves living there. Conversely if your home looks untended, people will imagine how much work they have to do- again, no sale!

The cost of such a project might frighten you; however, think about the cost of not doing it. If it costs $2,000 to repair your roof and gutters and you balk at the price, think again. The same roof repair will probably decrease your asking price by $4,000 when a buyer begins to negotiate. Ask your Realtor for guidance.


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Myrtle Beach Real Estate - Four Common Mistakes Made By Home Sellers, And How To Avoid Them
April 30th, 2008 11:58 PM

 

On average, most people will go through their life and only take part in the sale of one home.  More and more, people are trying to sell their homes on their own to avoid paying a commission. In the end, they just end up giving away more money to the buyer in the transaction than they would have paid in commissions.  Not to mention, they're attempting a job that they're simply not qualified to do.  If my transmission dies in my car, I could save a ton of money by rebuilding it myself, but I'd rather leave it to a professional.  If I need heart surgery...well you get the point.  Here are four common mistakes that people make when trying to sell their home and how to avoid them.

1.    Not Preparing Your Home To Look Attractive To Buyers. Your home is competing with more than 1,000 other homes. Buyers buy on emotion, not logic. The best marketing program in the world can only bring lots of buyers into your home it can't make them like the home.  If "staging" your home is an option, I'd recommend it.

2.    Signing A Long-Term Listing Without A Written, Specific Performance Guarantee And Easy-Exit Clause. Don't rely on verbal promises. Make sure that you receive a written promise stating that you can cancel without charge if the performance is other than what was promised.  I have no problem doing this because I'm confident that I'll do everything in my power to deliver my promises.  Be wary of anyone that is not willing to do this.

3.    Not First Obtaining A Qualified Bank Appraisal And Commitment For Financing From A Home Lender. How would you feel if your home sold for $206,500 and then you find out from the bank appraiser that it was worth $225,000? In today's real estate market, this happens often! Your home will have to be appraised by a state licensed bank appraiser sooner or later. Sooner can result in several extra thousands of dollars in your pocket.

Bonus:
Buyers are afraid of paying too much for a house. That's why they often make "low ball" offers. A certified bank appraisal helps you sell for full price because the buyer can see that the price was established by a professional third party.

4.    Not Obtaining Written Pre-Approval For A New Home Loan For Your New Home. Nothing is more heartbreaking than to sell your home and find your new dream home, only to find that you can't obtain financing for the dream home.

A written pre-approval is a formal written promise by a home lender to make you a new home loan. It usually costs only $100 (you may be able to get them for no charge), which will be applied to your down payment when you get your new home. Do not confuse a verbal pre-qualification with a formal written pre-approval. Verbal pre-qualifications are just that verbal. They are not binding on the home lender. Many home buyers have received verbal pre-qualifications, only to later be denied a home loan and have their dream shattered.

I'd be more than happy to give you the name of several highly competent, well-respected home lenders. Please feel free to give me a call for their names.

The above recommendations come from years of experience in the real estate industry during buyers' markets, sellers' markets, high interest rates and low interest rates. In any economy, however, the listed recommendations apply in all situations. Follow these guidelines and you will substantially reduce the often stressful and sometimes expensive mistakes made by hundreds of home sellers in the Myrtle Beach area each year. For FREE help and guidance in selling your home, call me,Shawn Hixenbaugh at 843-267-1879.


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Myrtle Beach Real Estate - Just Listed! 1007 Vestry Drive Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
April 20th, 2008 10:39 AM
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1007 Vestry Drive

Murrells Inlet, SC 29576



Bedrooms: 3 Sq. Ft.: 2900
Baths: 2 Built: 2003
Fireplace Oversized Garage
 Also a bonus room & Carolina room situated on nearly 3/4 acres!

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Myrtle Beach Real Estate - Just Listed! 828 Mary Anna Court Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
April 20th, 2008 10:39 AM
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828 Mary Anna Court

Myrtle Beach, SC 29577



Bedrooms: 3 Sq. Ft.: 3400
Baths: 2 Built: 2000
Fireplace  Oversized Garage
 Custom built home on a double lot in cul-de-sac with pool table and much, much more...

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Myrtle Beach Real Estate - Just Listed! LOT 16 WILLIAMS ISLAND DR Little River, SC 29566
April 20th, 2008 10:38 AM
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LOT 16 WILLIAMS ISLAND DR

Little River, SC 29566



 

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Myrtle Beach Real Estate - Just Listed! 5202 N Ocean Boulevard #208 North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
April 20th, 2008 10:38 AM
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$675,000.00
5202 N Ocean Boulevard
Unit 208
North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582



Bedrooms: 6 Sq. Ft.: 3000
Baths: 5
Big Screen TV
Jacuzzi tub in master bath, granite coutertops & work island.  This is a must see!!!

Just reduced over $100,000! Call 843-267-1879 for more info about this incredible opportunity.
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Myrtle Beach Real Estate - Just Listed! 5202 N Ocean Boulevard #408 North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
April 20th, 2008 10:37 AM
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$679,000.00
5202 N Ocean Boulevard
Unit 408
North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582



Bedrooms: 6 Sq. Ft.: 3000
Baths: 5
Big Screen TV
Jacuzzi tub in master bath, granite coutertops & work island.  This is a must see!!!

Just reduced over $100,000! Call 843-267-1879 for more info about this incredible opportunity.
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