Carolina Forest (Myrtle Beach, SC)
USPS increase stamps, letters, and postcards, July 9, 2023This month will mark the fourth price increase in two years on Forever StampsForever Stamps will increase from 63 cents to 66 centsA 1-ounce letter will increase from 63 cents to 66 centsA 1-ounce metered letter will increase from 60 cents to 63 centsDomestic postcards will increase from 48 cents to 51 centsA 1-ounce letter mailed to another country will increase from $1.45 to $1.50Postcards mailed to another country will increase from $1.45 to $1.50USPS will launch USPS Ground Advantage™ service, an affordable and reliable way for you to ship packages in 2–5 business days.1USPS Ground Advantage will combine USPS Retail Ground®, First-Class Package®, and Parcel Select Ground® services (as well as returns options such as First-Cla...
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By John Winzenried
(843, REALTOR)
A rip current is a strong, narrow current of water that flows away from the shore, perpendicular to the coastline. Rip currents are often mistaken for undertow, but they are not the same thing. Undertow is a downward current that can occur at any time, but it is not as strong as a rip current.Rip currents are caused by the interaction of waves and the seafloor. When waves break near the shore, they push water toward the land. This water then flows back out to sea through the weakest point in the sandbar, which is often a break in the sandbar or near a pier or jetty.Rip currents can be very dangerous, as they can sweep even the strongest swimmer out to sea. If you are caught in a rip current, do not panic. Instead, swim parallel to the shore until you are out of the current, then swim ba...
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By John Winzenried
(843, REALTOR)
I recently received an option to test out Google's new artificial intelligence software (BARD). I thought I would use this to write an article about The Myrtle Beach Real Estate Market. Below you can find the article BARD wrote. I am going to try using BARD a little more for SEO articles. I must admit I think the article is well written but the subject may be a little out of date with the low-interest rates. What do you think?Myrtle Beach Real Estate Market: A Seller's MarketThe Myrtle Beach real estate market is currently a seller's market. This means that there are more buyers than there are homes for sale, which drives up prices and makes it more difficult for buyers to find a home.There are a number of factors that are contributing to the seller's market in Myrtle Beach. One factor ...
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By Greg Harrelson, Myrtle Beach Real Estate
(Century 21 The Harrelson Group Firm | 7 Offices)
Offering condos which feature views of the lush greens of the Wizard Golf Course and the tranquil water vistas of the community lake, Windsor Green is a gated golf course community established in 2008 adjacent to the Waterford Preserve.In 2013, the community was devastated by a fire and rebuilt. Now it is made up of both newer and older homes Two and three-bedroom condos are either furnished or unfurnished. Priced at just over $100K to around $130K depending on size, age and view, these units are an amazing bargain.Neighborhood students attend Carolina Forest Elementary School, Ocean Bay Middle School, and the prestigious Carolina Forest High School. Residents enjoy 2 clubhouses with swimming pools, several grilling areas, playgrounds and sidewalksIf you are looking for a condo communit...
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By John Winzenried
(843, REALTOR)
Buying homes is not as easy as it may see, to many and a lot of planning does go into it. There are very many homes for sale in Myrtle Beach sc which is a good thing because this means consumers have lot of options on the table each and every time one want to buy a home. It is vital to think through a few things first before buying a home. Find below some factors to consider when buying a home in Myrtle Beach.Hiring a realtor is important and then carrying out some research soon after. Hire a reputable realtor who understands the Myrtle Beach market. Write down your requirements and have the realtor work with that. You can then embark on a knowledge finding mission about the Myrtle Beach homes and the current market values. It is vital to fully learn all there is to learn so that you ma...
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By Greg Harrelson, Myrtle Beach Real Estate
(Century 21 The Harrelson Group Firm | 7 Offices)
The California Forest community in Myrtle Beach features a variety of unique developments and subdivisions. The 600-acre Berkshire Forest is an interesting assortment of reasonably priced condos to elegant gated lakefront estates.Centex is the primary builder. 3-4 bedroom homes are priced from mid $100,000 to around $400,000. There are some new homes and lots available as well. Homes feature great upgrades like screened porches, fireplaces, garages, and much more.The community offers residents a serene environment with abundant trees and green space, as well as a 30+ acre, private, freshwater lake with its own beach and boat dock. There is an incredible new clubhouse with a fitness center, entertainment room, fully equipped kitchen, outdoor entertainment area with grill, onsite activiti...
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