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Hurricane season may still be a few months away, but it’s never too early to pre-prepare- in other words, know exactly what you should do if and when a hurricane strikes. As anyone who lives in the southeastern parts of the United States surely knows, hurricanes can...

Believe it or not, spring is just around the corner. With the return of the warmer weather, of course, comes the chore of spring cleaning. The reality is that spring cleaning is something that’s important to do whether you plan to sell your home or not. You never know...

A home inspection is one of the most necessary components of the real estate world. It simply entails a professional home inspector scouring your home inside and out to make sure that there aren’t any issues brewing that you cannot currently see, but could become big...

Two-thirds of our home planet is covered by water, leaving approximately 33.3% of our world that’s covered by land. While some of that land is uninhabitable, such as the mountains of the Rockies and the Appalachians, or the swamplands of Florida and Louisiana, a...

Insurance is one of the great safety nets society has to offer. It’s an excellent way to provide yourself peace of mind so that when something goes wrong, you don’t have to worry about footing an enormous bill on top of dealing with the emotional and psychological...

In the age of COVID-19, the world figured out that many of the things they like to be able to do could actually be accomplished just as easily, and to a similarly effective level of quality, online. Now that the pandemic is beginning to dissipate, the real estate...

When purchasing a house, it’s very common for the buyer to need to take out a loan. Loans, though, are not guaranteed; banks are not obligated to loan you money even if you need it. In order to qualify for a loan, you need to have an adequate credit score. In order to...

Are you looking to buy or sell your home in the near future? If so, you’ll probably hear the word “escrow” pop up at various points along your journey. There’s a good reason for that, too: because escrow is often a critical checkpoint in that journey to buy or sell...

Buying a new house is a momentous occasion that, for most people, only occurs a couple of times in their lives. If this momentous occasion is in the cards for you at some point in the near future, congratulations! But don’t get too far ahead of yourself too quickly....

Whether you’re a real estate investor or a homeowner, the chances are that there will come a point in time where you have no choice: you need to rehab your home. Thus, it’s one of the more commonly asked questions in the real estate world. If you’re looking to sell...

We had a blast this weekend as the presenting sponsor of the annual Goose Creek Fall Festival. The festival drew thousands of people yet again this year and is a staple for this amazing community. Thank you to the city of Goose Creek recreation center for hosting such...

When you’re looking for a house to call your home for the foreseeable future, you are embarking on a long, thoroughly detailed process. After all, a decision that is going to dictate the next chapter of your life should not be made with anything less than the utmost...

It is with great pleasure that we at Drew Sineath officially announce a partnership with Dave Ramsey and Ramsey Solutions. As such, Drew Sineath has officially become a RamseyTrusted professional. The “RamseyTrusted professional” label creates an entirely new way of...

For one reason or another, you and your family have decided that it’s time to pack up your belongings and find a new house to call your home. Naturally, finding the perfect new home (link to prior blog) is a critical step on your journey to doing so. But what about...

For most people, buying a house is considered an important life milestone. It’s a process that you’ll only undergo a few times in your life; after all, when people buy a house, they usually do so with the intention of living in that house for a long time. So when the...

Historically, this time of year we would be headed into the busy spring home-buying season. 2020 started with record low levels of inventory, strong demand for homes (given the growth in our local market combined with low unemployment, 2.5% statewide and 3.5%...

We love Goose Creek. It’s no secret. Our roots in this part of the Lowcountry run deep, and we love helping new people come into our community and help it grow. In our business we see a lot of people relocating, and we’ve come to understand how overwhelming it can all...

When it comes to purchasing a home there are a lot of questions people have. One of the most common questions asked is whether you should buy a new home or an older one. It’s a valid question. Some people find themselves firmly in the new camp. Others are staunch...

We’ve all looked at our homes and thought of ways we can improve them. One of the joys of homeownership is the ability to improve and add on to your home, making it your perfect space. From new decks to replacing kitchen cabinets, bathroom remodels or living room...

It’s the most wonderful time of the year so the song tells us. Everyone is excited and the opportunities for fun abound. With everything going on, it can be a bit overwhelming for a family to find activities for the holidays. When are you supposed to get some time for...

We have many things we're thankful for here at Drew Sineath and Associates. We love Thanksgiving and the time where we join family and friends for a time of fellowship and good food. Here are 5 things we're saying we're thankful for around the Thanksgiving table....

​When you buy a property, you’re not just purchasing the home and piece of land its on. You’re also getting the neighborhood/community. One of the biggest ways to get involved in your community is to start on your own street. Get to know your neighbors, find out what...

Is your home ready for fall and all it's festivities? As cooler weather, Halloween and Thanksgiving approach, getting your home spruced up can be easy and fun! We have put together some fall favorite tips for decorating your home in style. ​ LOCAL  MARKET STATS...