David Gerwels' Blog

Starting from Scratch: How to Find the Capital for Your First Investment Property

Posted on 08/23/2020

Photo by Jonathan Rolande via Pixabay Dipping your toes in the real estate investing waters can feel intimidating--especially when it comes to making a large up-front investment. Although there are ways to get started in real estate with lower up-front costs (low- or no-down payment VA and FHA loans, for instance), it's smart to have some savings to...

Property

Investment

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Posted on 08/16/2020

Make These Four Green Improvements to Boost Your Home's Resale Value

Photo by rawpixel via Pixabay Did you know buyers are willing to pay nearly 3.5 percent more for a home that features green or high-performance features? And while that may not sound like a lot, it factors out to be a whopping $8,750 for every $250,000. The key to getting the most for your green upgrades, however, lies...

Green Living

Home Impovements

Posted on 08/09/2020

What is REIT Investing?

Image by Mediamodifier from Pixabay Although most people think of real estate investments in terms of real property that they can see and touch, buy and sell, or rent and manage on their own, there is a popular form of real estate investment that is not as personal and interactive. In many ways, it is easier, featuring the...

Investing

Investment

Consider Cost of Living Differences when Relocating

Posted on 08/02/2020

Image by Wellnhofer Designs from Shutterstock When you’re relocating you search for a property and learn the real estate market in your new area. Are you also looking at what the general cost of living is in your new city? The cost of living can be very different from state to state and city to city. Here are...

Relocation

Budgeting

Another Property Sold - 76 Wedgefield Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

Posted on 09/02/2020

Welcome to your new home. This completely renovated home looks like it just came off HGTV as a winning designer's home. With an open floor plan, main level master, private pool, pavered back patio, granite counters, and best of the home appliances, this one is ready for you. The kitchen and all baths have been refinished with custom granite counters. It has an excellent location with wonderful golf course views on over 1/2 acre lot. enjoy the HHI lifestyle in the comfort of this ready for you home. The backyard features 2020 paver addition with firepit overlooking Hole #12 on the Golden Bear Course. Come make memories at 76...

3 Sea Front Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 now has a new price of $475,000!

Posted on 09/01/2020

The Best Priced Second Row Ocean Lot Available on Hilton Head! Located in the amenity-rich Burkes Beach area. Those amenities include lit tennis courts, walking/bike paths, soccer, baseball, basketball court, dog park, playground. Burkes Beach is a stunning oceanside community with some of the most beautiful beaches and terrific Atlantic Ocean...

Another Property Sold - 9 Hathaway Lane, Bluffton, SC 29910

Posted on 08/25/2020

We have Virtual Showing Opportunities on this Frank Lloyd Wright protege-designed home. This one-of-kind home is uniquely designed for someone who appreciates the Lowcountry charm and architecture. At the end of a cul-de-sac with wonderful lagoon views, this 3 bed and 2 bath home include a separate 1 bed, 1 bath residence with laundry for mother-in-law or rental opportunities. The pool features a wonderful pool house with a full kitchen and screened-in eating area. Additionally, the woodwork in the main living areas, including custom-designed drawers and closets, make this a home one needs to see to fully...

Bluffton

Another Property Sold - 4 Otranto Court, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Posted on 08/20/2020

This Long Cove home offers 5 bedrooms 6.5 bath home has everything. This home features many architectural elements such as soaring ceilings, extensive trim work, travertine flooring, 2 fireplaces, designer lighting, 2 offices, culinary-inspired kitchen with top of the line appliances, luxurious 1st-floor master suite/bath, courtyard swimming pool/spa, separate guest house, and 3 car garage. Designed for family and entertaining in mind. Available for 6 month or 12-month lease...

Another Property Sold - 239 Beach City Road #1127, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

Posted on 08/14/2020

This Villa has Virtual Showing Walk Thru Video Available. Please Inquire. 1127 is a turn-key 2 bedroom Spa at Port Royal Sound that has been nicely renovated. 1127 is a move-in ready or a great income producing villa. The Spa at Port Royal Sound features a wealth of great amenities. Those include two outdoor pools, indoor pool, workout room, two tennis courts, pickleball, outdoor grills, reading and observation deck, and course one the finest beaches for nature discovery and fun day of sandy saltwater...

4 Otranto Court, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 is now new to the market!

Posted on 08/05/2020