Blog

The Cost of Ownership: What Your Charleston Property Is Really Costing You

By

Find yourself left holding a property that you have decided to sell? Your property is quite literally is holding you as well. The expenses involved could prevent you from moving forward with your dreams. As time passes, it’s important to understand the true cost of ownership.  Your home is likely one of the largest investments … Continued

4 Ways a Foreclosure Will Impact You in Charleston

By

There is no doubt foreclosure will impact you. Besides the obvious strain and emotional impact the situation can have on your family and personal relationships, foreclosure can also devastate your finances. From the clothes you wear to the car you drive, or even where you reside or work, it will have a residual effect on … Continued

4 Things To Ask Local Home Buyers in Charleston

By

All of the processes involved in selling a home can be confusing and costly, especially considering there are no guarantees your home will sell. Using a seasoned professional can make the entire process simple and straightforward and quick!  It can be quite a letdown to have spent time, money and energy working with buyers, only … Continued

5 Ways A Direct Sale Will Save You Money in Charleston

By

So you find yourself ready to sell and while you don’t want to pay all of the commissions and fees that come along with a traditional real estate agent, you also dread all that is involved with listing the property as for sale by owner. At D Gilpin Properties, we’ll take the time to listen … Continued

6 Reasons To Avoid The MLS When Selling Your Charleston House

By

If you own real estate, you have probably heard of the MLS. It is a members-only website that is joined by real estate agents in the area. They have a local level, a state level, and a national level. Joining this association designates the agent as a Realtor. They must pay to access this service. … Continued

4 Tips For Selling Your House With Owner Financing In Charleston

By

What is owner financing? This is a type of sale where the owner finances their own buyer or becomes the bank. The owner will usually have similar terms to a bank for a buyer to qualify. They expect a downpayment, interest over a loan, and can also foreclose for non-payment. This is also a great … Continued

5 Ways To Avoid Foreclosure In Charleston

By

If foreclosure is looming over you like a black cloud on a sunny day, don’t ignore the rain. Open the letters your lender is sending you and see where you are at in the process. Make sure you find your mortgage documents and read them thoroughly to know what to expect when you don’t make … Continued

What Happens To Your Charleston Property After A Divorce?

By

Divorces are difficult. About forty to fifty percent of marriages ended in divorce last year, and the rate is even higher for subsequent marriages. If you are going through a divorce right now, you are probably wondering what happens to your Charleston property after the divorce. Who Keeps The Property? This is something you and … Continued
google-site-verification=03YDTZhwVLhvLVVYRpw0UXg-137r4zebbHbl1NT1rUI