The last several years, we have seen questions about foreclosures and short sales on the rise.

So do you know the difference between a short sale and a bank foreclosure?

There is so much more to these sales, but check out this quick video for a tutorial – it might help you when making a decision on whether to buy a distressed property on Hilton Head Island.

Today’s Insight video focuses on bank foreclosures.

Are Foreclosures always a good buy?  Sometimes they are, sometimes they aren’t – you have to do your homework.  Look at comps, work with an agent who understands the market.  When you do your homework you are going to come out ahead.

Check out a list of the best of the best Hilton Head Island foreclosures and short sales!

Each day this week I’m going to share with you one of my recent “insight” videos on the Hilton Head Island real estate market.

Today’s video focuses on what we call “the 6-month line” and how real estate inventory affects pricing in the market.

ENJOY and stay tuned for another video tomorrow!

There’s something missing on Hilton Head Island this year as the holidays approach; last year marked the final year for the beautiful Dove Street lights in North Forest Beach.

Unfortunately, with the ending of the Dove Street lights, Deep Wells contributions have also taken a dip.  So if you are looking for a great  charity to help with this holiday season, consider The Deep Well Project.

Charities try to make holidays bright without Dove Street lights | islandpacket.com.

Our area continues to grow!  Find out about a new activity center opening in Bluffton soon…

New entertainment center on track for January opening | islandpacket.com.

Today’s Hilton Head Island Real Estate “Deal of the Day” is 3 Pyxie Lane in Sea Pines Plantation.

This home is in a great location; just a short walk to the beach and sits on the Ocean Course.

Great location.  Close to the beach.  Newer style home.  5 bedrooms, 5 ½ baths.  Raised swimming pool.  Lagoon & fairway view of the Ocean Golf course.  Bright, open & airy home.  Great short term rental home.  2 car garage.  Screen porch.  Best newer style  ocean-oriented home on the market today.

Learn more about 3 Pyxie Lane!

I had a garden this spring at my farm in Estill and had a record crop of tomatoes, okra, cucumber and much more.

I usually don’t have a garden in the fall, but I have grown pears and have a lot; if anyone wants some give me a call or send me an email and let me know.

Just a short drive from Hilton Head; tomorrow begins a great event – the Shrimp Festival in Beaufort.

I really think there is something for everyone at this event: shopping, great food, music and more.  For additional information on the Beaufort Shrimp Festival please click here or visit the site below:

17th annual festival celebrates Beaufort County icon: The shrimp | islandpacket.com.

Today’s “deal of the day” is a beautiful lowcountry cottage in Spanish Wells – 37 McIntosh Road.

This is a great short sale opportunity with 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths and a 2-car garage.  On over an acre lot overlooking the golf course, this home has a brand new salt water swimming pool.

This is a lot of house for the money – priced at $449,000.

Learn more about 37 McIntosh Road and Spanish Wells Plantation!