Monthly Archives: February 2011

Surprising Insider Secrets for the 5 Stages of Buying Your First Home

Posted on February 27, 2011 by Elaine Brabham and Associates

By Tara-Nicholle Nelson | Broker in San Francisco, CA Buying a home is not a discrete event; it’s a process – a sequence of events that happens over time, sometimes over as long as several months or even years!  While … Continue reading →

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WCIV-TV: News, Weather and Sports for Charleston, SC – Governor’s Tourism Conference opens in Charleston

Posted on February 24, 2011 by Elaine Brabham and Associates

Tourism is a big part of South Carolina’s economy, especially in Charleston. As reported on the WCIV-TV News website, Charleston played host to the South Carolina Governor’s Conference on Tourism and Travel this week.  In an address to industry leaders … Continue reading →

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Selling Your House? 5 Reasons To Do It NOW!

Posted on February 20, 2011 by Elaine Brabham and Associates

Posted By The KCM Crew On February 15, 2011 The conventional wisdom when selling a home has always been to wait until the ‘Spring Buying Season’. Over the years, that has seemed to make sense and is now accepted as a … Continue reading →

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Wachovia Settles Pick-a-Payment Mortgage Loan Class Action

Posted on February 16, 2011 by Elaine Brabham and Associates

If you obtained a “Pick-a-Payment” mortgage from Wachovia between Aug 1, 2003 and Dec 31, 2008, you definitely need to check out the following article posted on “The Consumerist” website: If you got a “Pick-a-Payment” mortgage from Wachovia between Aug … Continue reading →

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Upcoming Charleston Events

Posted on February 13, 2011 by Elaine Brabham and Associates

After spending a wonderful morning with my toddler and infant at the SC Aquarium I wanted to share some information on the upcoming events in Charleston.  We are so fortunate to live in this amazing community with so many options … Continue reading →

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Uncertainty in Economy vs. Opportunity in Real Estate

Posted on February 11, 2011 by Elaine Brabham and Associates

We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again.  “Now is a great time to buy real estate.” This is true everywhere in the country, including Charleston, SC.  Today’s post on the “Keeping Current Matters” blog outlines some very good … Continue reading →

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Uncle Sam to say Farewell to Fannie and Freddie?

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Elaine Brabham and Associates

Interesting mortgage news from the Wall Street Journal concerning the governments plans and intentions for mortgage giants Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae. White House Plans to Revamp Mortgage Market Administration Proposal to Recommend Eliminating Fannie and Freddie, Curbing Government Role … Continue reading →

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The Easiest Ways to Go Green for Earth Day

Posted on February 6, 2011 by Elaine Brabham and Associates

A great refresher for those of us looking to make some GREEN changes in 2011! Get started on a green path with these simple steps. Then get more go green tips for around the house. By Brian Clark Howard We … Continue reading →

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Free Things to Do in Charleston

Posted on February 5, 2011 by Elaine Brabham and Associates

Wanted to share a fantastic gem brought to my attention by Stylee PR & Marketing.  Looking for new ways to enjoy all the Lowcountry has to offer without putting a strain on your wallet?  Well look no further because this … Continue reading →

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Charleston Gets the Blues!

Posted on February 2, 2011 by Elaine Brabham and Associates

For all you music lovers out there, it’s time once again for the annual Lowcountry Blues Bash.  For the 21st year in a row, Charleston hosts 17 days’ of exciting blues acts at various venues around town starting Thursday, February … Continue reading →

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