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Georgetown County Airport
The Georgetown County Airport is located on Highway 17 just a few miles south of historic Downtown Georgetown. Receiving and servicing corporate jets, private charters, emergency service aircraft, and smaller private planes, this critical piece of County infrastructure is growing at a pace that would surprise many residents and guests of Georgetown County and the... Read More
Lending Standards Are Not Like They Were Leading Up to the Crash
Lending Standards Are Not Like They Were Leading Up to the Crash You might be worried we’re heading for a housing crash, but there are many reasons why this housing market isn’t like the one we saw in 2008. One of which is how lending standards are different today. Here’s a look at the data to help prove... Read More
Home Prices Are Rebounding
Home Prices Are Rebounding If you’re following the news today, you may feel a bit unsure about what’s happening with home prices and fear whether or not the worst is yet to come. That’s because today’s headlines are painting an unnecessarily negative picture. If we take a year-over-year view, home prices did drop some, but that’s because we’re comparing to a ‘unicorn’... Read More
The True Cost of Selling Your House on Your Own
The True Cost of Selling Your House on Your Own Selling your house is no simple task. While some homeowners opt to sell their homes on their own, known as a FSBO (For Sale by Owner), they often encounter various challenges without the guidance of a real estate agent. If you’re currently considering selling your... Read More
The Litchfield Company announces a new joint venture with Shelter Lending Services
The Litchfield Company is excited to announce that we have launched a new joint venture with Shelter Lending Services. This strategic expansion allows us to simplify the home buying process and to further assist you in purchasing your dream home. Why Shelter Lending Services A LOCAL PRESENCE: Our mortgage professionals are in the communities that we... Read More
Cheers to SC!
Three Cocktails Boasting a Palmetto State Surprise Enjoy them in our award-winning restaurants, and then make them at home, too! By Kimberly Duncan Frank’s Lavender Gin Sour (Made in Charleston by SC’s First Organic Distillery!) 2 oz. Nippitaty Organic Gin 1 tsp. Honey Lavender Syrup* (See below. Scale down this recipe if you choose.)... Read More
Christie’s International Real Estate 2023 Masters Circle
Top Agents From The Litchfield Company – Lachicotte Office Named to the Christie’s International Real Estate 2023 Masters Circle Program recognizes elite, top-performing luxury real estate specialists within the Christie’s International Real Estate Affiliate network CHICAGO and Pawleys Island, SC (March 1, 2023) — The Litchfield Company – Lachicotte Office, an affiliate of global luxury... Read More
What You Should Know About Closing Costs
What You Should Know About Closing Costs Before you buy a home, it’s important to plan ahead. While most buyers consider how much they need to save for a down payment, many are surprised by the closing costs they have to pay. To ensure you aren’t caught off guard when it’s time to close on your home,... Read More
The Top Reasons for Selling Your House
The Top Reasons for Selling Your House Many of today’s homeowners bought or refinanced their homes during the pandemic when mortgage rates were at history-making lows. Since rates doubled in 2022, some of those homeowners put their plans to move on hold, not wanting to lose the low mortgage rate they have on their current... Read More
Significant Sales 2022
Significant Sales 2022 In 2022 The Litchfield Company agents had some of the region’s highest priced sales. Congrats to our agents on a great year 7 Lower Waverly Rd., Lower WaverlyChristy Whitlock, Nancy Siau & Kathy Besse | Rep. Buyers & Sellers 99 Atlantic Ave., Pawleys IslandBev Garrity & Macajiah Williams | Rep. Sellers 53... Read More