As many of you may have noticed, the lovely City ofGoose Creek has been working 
diligently on beautifying our city. Here recently you can see some activity around the Municipal Center around the pond. Here is a quick map of the Hiking and Biking Trials that are being added to this city we love to call home.
Awesome brick ranch home in desirable Northbridge Terrace! The owners have done some amazing updates which include completely updating the kitchen with new countertops, gas range, convection oven and a deep sink. Also included in the kitchen is recessed lighting and under the cabinet lighting. If you love to cook, you will love this kitchen.
The home also offers French doors from the kitchen to the outdoor patio. Once outside you will be blown away by the peacefulness of the backyard with its views of beautiful mature trees. Back inside, the home has hardwood floors throughout. Another great feature of this home are the thermal windows with a lifetime replacement warranty. The owners have even replaced the roof!
What a great deal: a home in this area with a new roof, thermal windows and an air conditioning unit that is less than 10 years old. Oh, and the home also has a termite bond and a security system.
Hannah Curlee from The Biggest Loser is coming to Goose Creek! Get Free tickets to this city sponsored event by calling 843-569-4242. April 10, 5:00 to 6:30PM.
The Family Circle Cup Women’s Tennis Tournament takes place on Daniel island from March 31 – April 8, 2012.This year’s field includes 2011 champ Samantha Stosur, Vera Zvonareva, Serena Williams, Venus Williams, Jelena Jankovic and Nadia Petrova.
To get tickets to the event go to:
http://www.familycirclecup.com/pages/FCC_Tickets/PricingAndPackages.html
From their website
The Family Circle Cup, a WTA Premier Event, has a roster of past champions that include some of the biggest names in the history of women’s tennis including Chris Evert, Martina Navratilova, Tracy Austin, Steffi Graf, Gabriela Sabatini, Martina Hingis, Jennifer Capriati, Venus Williams, Justine Henin, Serena Williams, and Caroline Wozniacki.
As one of the hottest tickets in professional sports, the Family Circle Cup is more than just a tennis tournament, it’s a festival with some world-class tennis thrown in. During the week, fans are entertained with a variety of activities aimed at making their week on Daniel Island a memorable one. It’s an action packed nine days filled with high-level tennis and a host of other activities that have been created for all age groups from children to senior citizens.
The Family Circle Cup, one of the most traditional events in women’s tennis, will continue to cement itself as an annual institution in Charleston, a city that is truly one of America’s most historic treasures.
The Family Circle Cup boasts a prize money purse of $749,160. Over ninety players compete for a piece of that purse each year and battle for one of the most coveted trophies in women’s tennis - when that is at stake, it is all business on the court.
Thousands more have fallen behind on mortgage payments and risk losing their homes in
the aftermath of the worst recession since the Great Depression. The Obama administration program has pumped close to $300 million into the state to help those at risk of foreclosure keep the roof over their heads or move into a more manageable living arrangement.
Homeowners can get up to $20,000 to catch up on missed mortgage payments and bring the mortgage current. Those who are still struggling to find a job can get up to $36,000 in forgivable funds to make monthly mortgage payments for a period of time — until their financial situation improves.
Getting help
The SC HELP program has spent between $8 million and $9 million to help struggling South Carolina homeowners avoid foreclosure. Another $295 million is available until 2017, at the latest. Homeowners with mortgages of $729,000 or less can apply to see if they are eligible for help.
Who to contact: www.SCMortgageHELP.com or 1-855-435-7472
Read more here: http://www.thestate.com/2012/03/11/2187000/bailout-funds-rescue-some-struggling.html#storylink=cpy
With so much water right outside our doors, it is no wonder that kayaking continues to grow in popularity in the area. Thinking about getting started? We’ve assembled a variety of useful resources to help you give this paddle sport a try.
First off, your timing is perfect for exploring all the possibilities by attending the hugely popular East Coast Canoe and Kayak Festival held at James Island County Park. This year’s event takes place at April 20-22, 2012. The festival includes on-water classes and demonstrations geared for everyone from novice to experienced paddlers. Dozens of vendors are also on hand so that you can test boats, paddles, and accessories.
Like any idea that pops up in our minds, you’ll be wise to “take a test drive” before fully committing to your . I’m reminded of the oft heard tale of the newly retired couple who has dreamed of spending their golden years on the open road, enjoying each others company traveling to interesting destinations in a brand new RV. You wouldn’t be surprised to hear that many RVs are sold before they are even a year old after the owners decide that RV travel is not for them. While kayaks and canoes are relatively inexpensive, we highly recommend taking one out for a spin before you buy one. If you are unable to attend the East Coast Canoe and Kayak Festival, don’t worry. The Lowcountry is blessed with plenty of outfitters who are happy to introduce you to the water. Guided tours offer a great opportunity to paddle while picking the brain of your tour guide about places to paddle, equipment, etc. Here are several well established businesses you might consider:
Nature Adventures
http://www.kayakcharlestonsc.com
843-568-3222
Charleston Kayak Company
http://charlestonkayakcompany.com/
843-628-2879
Sea Kayak Carolina
http://www.seakayakcarolina.com
843-225-7969
Charleston Watersport
http://charlestonwatersport.com/
843-884-9098
When your initiation into the sport is complete (for some it only takes one trip into the marshes!) you’ll begin the process of making a purchase. All of the local guiding companies can help you in this regard. You may also want to do a little research online. These two sites can help you get familiar with what’s available and and what price: http://www.paddling.net/buyersguide/ and http://www.rei.com/expertadvice/learn/kayak.html
We have found that local shops are very competitive with the online sites – plus you get the added advantage of actually being able to sit in the product before making a decision. Expect to pay somewhere between $1,000 – $2,000 for your first kayak.
Once you are a bona fide kayak owner the real fun begins: deciding where to paddle! We highly recommend getting involved with one of several local groups that meet up for the sole purpose of paddling together. Here are a few of our favorites:
Lastly, you can do your own research online to find cool new spots to explore. We hear that this book, from local kayaker Ralph Earhart is worth it: Kayak Charleston. Or jump online to browse these two websites:
Happy Paddling!
After winning the South Carolina AAAA Football title last year, Goose Creek High School’s stand out players continue to grab the attention of top collegiate football programs. Junior Gator wide receiver Tramel Terry recently committed to the University of Georgia where he may play wide receiver and defensive back. Locals were disappointed that Tramel chose to go out of state, but in an interview with Dawgs247 reporter Rusty Mansell he indicated that he really wanted to play in the SEC and “It was Georgia for me, and nobody was really able to knock them out of my top spot.” South Carolina was in the running while Clemson got a look only because of their status as a top engineering school. Terry says he “bonded” with several Georgia players including sophomore wide receiver Malcolm Mitchell and in the end his new teammates and coaches made Georgia feel like home.
Goose Creek fans can be proud as one of their local heroes achieves one of his dreams. We will also have the opportunity to watch and enjoy his unique talents during his senior year. South Carolina and Clemson fans may be disappointed that he didn’t stay in-state, but as Terry said “I am at peace with my decision, so I know I made the right one.”
Goose Creek Mayor’s Proposed Deed Restrictions to Crowfield Golf and Country Club A Hard SellWorried about the future viability of the course, the mayor has argued to change the title on the property, preventing future city councils from dividing up the land for the next 25 years.
City Approves Carnes Crossroads Street Light DealThe Goose Creek City Council has approved spending $27,600 for street lights along North Main Street and St. James Avenue — the first signs of life for the 2,300 acre Carnes Crossroads development.
Crowfield Board Approves Long-Awaited Plantation Square RehabThe board of the Crowfield Plantation Homeowners Association gave unanimous approval to a proposed self-storage, office and retail center to replace the old Food Lion at Plantation Square.
Grocery Pulls Out of Proposed Goose Creek SiteThe developers of a KJ’s Market grocery store have pulled out of a contract for a controversial site on Hwy. 52. The plans for the more than four-acre site brought sharp criticism at a public meeting last week from more than 100 neighbors in the Woodland Lakes and Braemore communities.
Information provided in part by The Goose Creek Patch and Facebook.com/GooseCreekSC.
As we move into the warmer months our business starts to pick up – AND I LOVE EVERY MINUTE OF IT! So here is a quick update on what is going on in the Goose Creek SC and surrounding real estate markets as of March 15, 2012.
Goose Creek SC
258 Active Homes on the Market. 156 homes are currently under contract. 92 homes have sold since Jan. 1, 2012 with an average sales price of $131,000 and an average list price to sales price ratio of 96%.
Summerville SC
874 Active Homes on the Market. 495 homes are currently under contract. 259 homes have sold since Jan. 1, 2012 with an average sales price of $163,000 and an average list price to sales price ratio of 97%.
North Charleston SC
492 Active Homes on the Market. 243 homes are currently under contract. 150 homes have sold since Jan. 1, 2012 with an average sales price of $112,000 and an average list price to sales price ratio of 95%.
