Holiday closings in Myrtle Beach can coincide with bank and courthouse closures, which scammers exploit to reroute down-payment or closing funds. The fastest safeguard is simple: call your closing attorney using a phone number you look up independently and confirm wire instructions before you send a dime. This guide lists quick red flags, a 60-second […]
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Summary:Holiday weeks in Myrtle Beach can slow real estate transactions due to lender, inspector, contractor, and office schedules. Buyers and sellers who want keys in hand before year end should set realistic calendars, build buffer time into every task, and avoid scheduling a closing during the week of a major holiday. A clear plan keeps […]
October means Halloween — and more real estate horror stories from the South Carolina coast. In this one, a Surfside condominium was perfectly set up, legally sound, and by all appearances in good shape. But when one of the owners went to sell, a chilling surprise stopped everything cold. A Solid Start: A Two-Unit Condo […]
It’s October, and Norton Geddie is back with another real estate horror story — this time involving a beautiful home, a luxury garage, and one major oversight: the garage wasn’t even built on the buyer’s property. A Beautiful Neighborhood, a Beautiful Home… and a Surprise A close friend of ours bought a home in a […]
It’s October — the perfect time for another real estate horror story. In this tale, a developer builds a beautiful home and gets ready to sell it, only to discover they no longer own the land it sits on. The nightmare? It was all caused by a simple paperwork mix-up. A Neighborhood Built with Care […]
It’s October — the season for ghosts, ghouls, and real estate horror stories. In this chilling tale, everything was done by the book. The seller followed all the right steps, had legal guidance, and carefully protected her rights. But despite doing everything right, she nearly lost her home… on paper. A Clean Deal — or […]
October brings cooler weather, falling leaves, and for Norton Geddie, tales of real estate horror that chill homeowners to the core. This month’s Halloween edition involves a retirement dream turned nightmare — all because of one seemingly kindhearted but costly mistake. A Father’s Gift Becomes a Legal Trap An older gentleman was purchasing his dream […]
As we approach the end of September, it’s that time of year again—tax time. If you’re a property owner in Horry County, South Carolina, it’s crucial to start preparing for your property tax bill. Whether you receive a notice directly or your mortgage company handles your payments through escrow, understanding how your property taxes are […]
When purchasing or inheriting real estate in South Carolina, the way your property is titled matters. Whether you own a vacation home in Myrtle Beach, an investment property in North Myrtle Beach, or a family residence in Litchfield, the form of ownership determines your rights during life and what happens when an owner passes away. […]
If you are facing environmental compliance issues with your South Carolina property, you may feel overwhelmed and unsure of where to turn. You might be confused about the legal steps required to resolve the matter, or worried about the potential consequences. You are not alone. Many property owners, whether they are commercial or residential, experience […]
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