We are having an Anniversary Celebration on Hilton Head Island.

Enjoy this recent article about an Anniversary Celebration on Hilton Head Island

http://www.islandpacket.com/2013/04/27/2481132/festival-to-celebrate-350th-anniversary.html#storylink=promo

Now is a great time to buy Lowcountry rental property

April 14 Article in the Island packet
By Robert Stenhammer — Special to the Packet and the Gazette

Spring is in the air and now is the perfect time to consider purchasing a Lowcountry vacation rental property. With interest rates at historic lows and prices that still are in favor of the buyer, purchasing a vacation rental property could benefit you and your family for years to come. The short-term rental market in our area is off to a strong start in 2013 and positive growth over last year is expected for the remainder of the year. Acquiring your vacation rental property now assures you take advantage of the peak summer season for revenues and can help offset some of the real estate purchase expenses. Make a list of the priorities for your vacation rental property including your desired location, the ideal size of your new property, your budget, rental income expectations, if you are interested in a fixer upper, how often you intend to use the property, if you want a home or a villa, and whether you will retire there or eventually sell it. Be sure to share this list with your experienced vacation rental Realtor and, eventually, with your vacation rental manager. Your personal goals and objectives for purchasing a vacation rental property are the first things to consider. Next, be sure to consult your accountant and lawyer so that you understand the tax and insurance requirements, tax benefits, how to structure your mortgage loan, whether or not to set up an LLC and whether it makes sense for you to purchase a property out of your IRA. Getting these details worked out at the beginning of the vacation rental purchase process will make things much easier as you look for the perfect property. As you search for your ideal property, the ultimate considerations in the Lowcountry are access to the beach and access to activities such as golf, tennis and biking. The view is very important, so check this when visiting potential properties. Because rates are largely determined by the location and the view from the property, you'll bring in higher rental revenue with a great location and view.Vacation renters are looking for quality flat screen TVs and DVD players in the living room and bedrooms, Wi-Fi, a great kitchen, a grill and pool access. Ideally each bedroom will have its own bathroom. Rental properties should have a mix of king beds, twin beds and always a good commercial grade sleeper sofa. Avoid properties with too many stairs, as this will usually detract multi-generational travelers. If the property you are considering has been a vacation rental before, be sure to obtain the last two years of revenue intake so that you have an accurate picture of income potential. And finally, be sure to work with a local Realtor that specializes in vacation rental properties.

Future Sea Pines Beach Club looks Beautiful.

Take a look at the recent article in the Island Packet

http://www.islandpacket.com/2013/04/11/2459628/sea-pines-beach-club-on-hilton.html

5 Best Markets to Buy a home

5 Best Markets to Buy a home  http://lnkd.in/k9u7xy

My Husband, Glenn and I are Realtors with Dunes Marketing Group on Hilton Head Island. There are also Luxury homes available at 2000 prices. Give us a call to find your dream home. 843-290-7422 or email us at HandleyTeam@ Hargray.com If you are a realtor we would love to pay you a referral. We will take excellent care of your clients whether they are looking for a second home, retirement home or investment property.

The 30th Annual Hilton Head Island St. Patricks Day Parade

Hi Everyone,
Enjoy.
Jane & Glenn

We thought you might be interested in Hilton Head Magazines: CH2/CB2: Our Town: Hilton Head Go Bragh: The 30th Annual Hilton Head Island St. Patricks Day Parade. You can view it at, http://www.celebratehiltonhead.com/article/3125/our-town-hilton-head-go-bragh-the-30th-annual-hilton-head-island-st-patricks-day-parade

New Shelter Cove Mall on Hilton Head Island

Hi Everyone,

I know we have mentioned several times about the improvements the town and private companies are making to our island. Here is another example.

Please click on the link below to see a rendering of the new Shelter Cove Mall. It looks really terrific!!!

Have a lovely day,

Jane & Glenn

http://www.islandpacket.com/2013/02/12/2377953/hilton-head-town-board-approves.html

Why The Beach Makes Us Happy

I recently read this article in Coastal Living Magazine. In the article doctors in the fields of Biology, Neuroscience, and Psychology discuss their theories about why the beach makes us happy. These Scientists are studying the positive affects that the beach and the ocean have on you and me.


The article goes on to state the obvious reasons that we love going to the beach for vacation are: its beauty, we can control our day, restful sleeping, walks, reading, and eating fresh food. It is certainly true that we can do what we want to do on vacation as opposed to what we have to do. You can have both if you live on Hilton Head Island. Here you can hear the soothing soft continuous sounds of the waves coming ashore or those of the local wild life communicating in nature. Isn’t it great to take off your shoes and wiggle your toes in the sand? There is something about the smell of salt in the air. At the end of the day you experience a good tired feeling; a satisfied tired feeling.

“ONE REASON THE BEACH BRINGS US SUCH PLEASURE IS WHAT WE DO WHEN WE GET THERE”

We can play with our children and grand children. We can listen to their dreams and plans for the future. It’s a place where several generations have so much in common. It’s a place where we can make so many pleasurable memories. Memories that can not be replaced are priceless. It is a place where time slows down just a little. “It’s a place where you can allow yourself just to be.”

There is something about the ocean that can be almost hypnotic. It goes on forever with such mystery of what is in it and who has traveled it. It is a cause for wonder. Beautiful Dolphins coming in to feed are a sight to behold in the late afternoon and sunsets seem more glorious over the ocean at the end of the day. You can experience these joys living at or by the beach on Hilton Head Island.