"Moore Thoughts"

            I'm sure someone has observed that while smart people learn from their mistakes, wise people learn from the mistakes of others.  Unfortunately, the cost of learning from one's own mistakes can be considerable, and mistakes made in the home buying process can cost thousands!  That's wh...

            Open houses could play an important role in the selling of your home.  You need to understand up front, however, that few homes are actually sold as a direct result of an open house, i.e., that someone who visits during the event would actually make an offer to buy the house.  Why hol...

            The 1966 U.S. Supreme Court ruled that police had to inform suspects of their "Maranda Rights" before interrogating them.  Those rights begin with "You have the right to remain silent. If you give up that right, anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. . . ...

I know that it is a difficult market for sellers.  I also know that the sluggish market is tempting many homeowners (or are being tempted by real estate agents) to accept a lease with option to buy offer.   BE CAREFUL!  There aren't many agents who know how to properly write these contracts or ar...

Are you looking for a good real estate agent?  It may be harder than you think for a couple reasons.  I recently heard some staggering statistics from our state's real estate commission.  It seems that the top two complaints of consumers about agent services, or lack of them, as the case may be a...

OK, I know I'm going to get hammered by my colleagues for this post.  I know that there are many arguments why every Realtor should feel free to sell new construction.  And that's fine.  I just believe that every new construction home buyer deserves better.  Let me explain. First, too many Realto...

As a full time professional Realtor in Florence, SC, I have seen three huge financial mistakes made by home buyers over and over again.  Although they seem so simple to avoid or correct, it's often difficult to get buyers to understand how these three biggies can sabotage any attempt to purchase ...

All About Florence   Florence Local      Florence is a beautiful town located in the heart of the Pee Dee at the I-95 and I-20 exchange. With a population of approximately 31,000 residents, Florence has become a favorite for business expansion and retiree relocation.      As the hub of the Pee D...

The Home Builders Association of the Greater Pee Dee announces its 2008 Tour of Homes.  With over 30 homes ranging in price form $100,000 to over $400,000 participating in the Tour, consumers will have a tremendous selection.  The Tour is scheduled for October 4th - 5th and October 11th - 12th. ...

Make your reservations now for Florence Little Theatre's performance of The Miracle Worker.  Performances begin October 24 and will run through November 1.  For a complete schedule, showtimes and reservations go to http://www.florenceweb.com/FLT/shows.htm or call (843) 662-3731.  The theatre's n...