Beaufort SC Blog

It is that time of the year again.  Water Festival is upon us where people all over the country flock to beautiful Beaufort to see some great talent and have a great time!  Like last year, Advanced Real Estate Company is proud to be an admiral level sponsor. 

Last night kicked off the festivities with the Parris Island Marine Band and fireworks.  Tonight Blake Shelton will take the stage for a concert in the park.  Tropical Tuesday features The Landsharks.  Wednesday we showcase local talent with a talent show sure to entertain.  Thursday you will find the lowcountry supper delightful with music by Too Much Sylvia.  Friday is the river dance with music by The Breakfast Club.  On Saturday, everyone is looking forward to the Commodore's Ball with music by Jim Quick and Coastline.  You won't want to miss the grand parade on Saturday and Sunday is children's day.  There are also toadfishing contests, a women's golf tournament, matress racing, and boat bingo. 

For more information and to purchase tickets, you can visit http://www.bftwaterfestival.com/. 

Yesterday the Beaufort County Association of Realtors posted the top 100 Realtors for Beaufort.  I couldn't believe it when I saw that I was listed as #5.  Although there are 4 others listed above me with total $ sold, there are no other Realtors in Beaufort with as many transactions.  So, if you are looking for a Realtor in Beaufort SC, you should be working with someone who has the experience in this market to help. 

Well, the day eventually came.  We were notified by the Navy 30 days ago that my husband no longer had a job at Naval Hospital Beaufort.  He had been given orders to report at Camp Lejeune, NC by month end.  Well, today he left to report to his new duty station.  We have two years left of our obligation and I am counting down the days.  Well today is a really hard day for me as I am not only a single mom of two little boys, but also because my best friend will not be here with me every day.  Why did we not go with him you ask?  Well for starters I own my real estate company and have over $300,000 invested in this company.  Secondly, we owe more money on our house than we can reasonable sell it for right now.  There are also 5 other homes for sale on my street currently and they are all priced $100,000 less than what we owe on ours.  So, as a family, we decided it would be best to make the best of this and countdown the days until we are together again.  The good news is that he is excited to be a Camp Lejeune and looking forward to this new assignment.  I personally think that the children of Marines stationed at Camp Lejeune are very lucky to have such a great pediatrician who is sacrificing time with his wife and children to serve them.  Be nice to him and someone please take good care of him. 

The Professional Real Estate Team of Larry Chase and Christy Diller is joining forces with Advanced Real Estate Company of Beaufort.  "We are excited to join a technologically innovative, young, aggressive real estate company that will allow us to continue to serve our clients and friends and exceed your expectations", says Christy Diller   They invite you to visit their new office located at 27 Tidewatch Circle across from Lady's Island Middle School on Sea Island Parkway.  They can be reached online at www.wesellbeaufort.com or call them at (843)525-1292.  MORE TO COME ABOUT THIS EXCITING TRANSITION...STAY TUNED AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR LOYALTY AND SUPPORT!!!

Friday, we said goodbye to Lt. Col. Michael Orr who is the outgoing commanding officer of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 251.  He relinquished his command over to Lt. Col. Peter D. Ponte. What I find so fascinating about his story is that his father was also a squadron commander here in Beaufort from 1973-1975.  I just wanted to thank you so much Lt. Col. Orr for guiding the Marines and Sailors under your command safely for the past two years.  We wish you lots of luck at Naval War College.  Fair winds and following seas to the Orr family.  We hope to see you back in Beaufort again soon.