Finding your way through the labyrinth called real estate can be overwhelming and
anxiety-ridden. So many factors need to be considered when buying or selling property.
Primary residence, second home or investment property, they all have unique
requirements and circumstances. Working with a Realtor© equipped with local
knowledge, keen negotiating skills and market savvy provides you with a reassuring
hand guiding the process.
Real estate in Hilton Head Island and Bluffton present a wealth of options.
Understanding the wide variety of communities, and amenities offered in each, is just
the beginning. Hilton Head Island is the epitome of resort living with shops, events and
restaurants all catering to the vacation lifestyle. Bluffton certainly has resort style
communities as well, but Old Town Bluffton offers a quirky, artsy outlook on life with
galleries, shops and restaurants to match.
While there are some properties on Hilton Head Island that are not part of a gated
community, the majority of homes on the island are governed by a homeowner’s
association (HOA) and have access controlled by a security gate. Across the bridge,
Bluffton and the surrounding Lowcountry afford more choices when searching for a
residence “outside the gates” but an HOA may or may not still apply. Inside a gate,
outside a gate, all communities have their own unique vibe. The only way to know if that
vibe is the one you are looking for is to see for yourself. A Realtor© has access to all
communities, gated or not, and can give you a tour of communities that peak your
interest.
Price will vary depending on square footage, lot size, view and location, location,
location. Deciding on a budget is key to any other decisions involved. Making a list of
must-haves and would-likes will also help to narrow your quest for the ideal home.
Knowing what you don’t want is as important as knowing what you do.
Where you lay your head at night is important but in Hilton Head Island and Bluffton
how you spend your day drives the lavish selection of amenities offered by Lowcountry
communities. A little or a lot, or none at all, the choice is yours. Be aware of the impact
amenities has on the sales price of a home, and the resale value as well. A Realtor©
can assist you with making an informed decision.
Purchasing real estate can be a major, life-altering decision. You don’t have to go it alone, an
experienced, licensed Realtor© can help you through the process with an outcome you
will be happy with for years to come.
