Posts in category 'Homeownership'
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Have You Given Your Tankless Water Heater Any Thought Lately?
I have shown hundreds of homes over the years, and if there is one thing homeowners tend to have in common, it is that we all have a list of things we mean to get around to someday.
The attic.
The dryer vent.
The HVAC service.
The irrigation system.
And apparently, the tankless water heater.
Terry and I built our home in 2022. Like many homeowners, we knew we had a tankless water heater, appreciated the endless hot water, and never gave it much thought beyond that.
Recently, we decided it was probably time to schedule a flush and maintenance service. We weren't having any problems. Nothing was leaking. The hot water worked perfectly. We simply thought it would...
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When Was the Last Time You Checked Your Attic? (And What Might Be Waiting Up There)
There's a part of almost every home that quietly gets ignored.
No furniture. No décor. No reason to go there unless something goes wrong.
The attic.
Most homeowners don't go up there unless there's a leak, a noise, or an inspection forcing the issue. And even then, it's usually a quick glance—just enough to say, "Nothing looks too concerning," and back down the ladder we go.
But here's the part that's worth thinking about: some of the most expensive issues in a home don't start in the places we see every day. They start above us, slowly, quietly, and without much warning.
I've walked through enough homes—during listings, inspections, and buyer showings—to tell you this is one of the most overlooked spaces in a house. And it's often where the truth o...
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Living on the Water in Charleston: What No One Tells You Until It's Too Late
There's something about living on the water in Charleston that pulls people in.
It's the view.
The breeze.
The way the light hits the marsh at sunset.
But what most buyers don't realize—until they're already under contract—is that waterfront living isn't just about what you see.
It's about what you're allowed to do with it.
And that's where things get complicated.
The Part No One Explains Clearly: It's Not Just Your Property
One of the biggest misconceptions I see is this:
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The Small Things That Become Big Problems: What Buyers Forget to Check Before Purchasing a Home
What Buyers Forget to Check Before Purchasing a Home
There's a moment I watch for when showing homes.
It's not when someone sees the kitchen.
It's not when they walk into the primary bedroom.
It's when they start imagining their life there.
Because that's when the details start to matter—and unfortunately, that's also when most buyers realize what they didn't think to check.
The truth is, a home can look perfect in photos and still frustrate you every single day once you move in.
Here are a few of the most commonly overlooked details that deserve your attention before you ever write an offer.
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