Time Saving Moving Tips

The summer months are popular times to move. Families like to get settled before kids start school in the Fall. Moving can be a stressful time in a family's life. Lowes put together a list of 9 Time Saving Moving Tips to make your move less stressful.

If you have any questions or would like to move to Myrtle Beach, please contact me.

Is Your Work Beneath You?

St. James Square is an exciting new community located in the heart of Myrtle Beach at the corner of 38th Avenue North and Robert Grissom Parkway. This pedestrian-oriented mixed use lifestyle center offers Carriage Homes featuring detached garages from $225,000 and Live/Work Townhomes from $310,000.

Features include:

• All brick exterior carriage style and live/work townhomes
• Granite countertops in kitchen and baths
• Private courtyards
• 2 hour fire wall
• Deluxe interior trim package
• 9' ceilings
• Stainless steel appliances

The site plan and floor plans of each model available at St. James Square are available on my website, www.KathyRukat.com. Then, click on New Projects. If you have any questions about this new and exciting community, contact me at (843) 267-2710 or Kathy@KathyRukat.com.

Under Contract

Good news! This single family home in the Pines of St. James in Murrells Inlet is under contract. Check back later to get the "sold" details. Information about this house can be found at http://1021autumndrive.kathyrukat.com/.

It's Summer in Myrtle Beach

Summer time is almost here!!! Myrtle Beach comes alive in the summer with family reunions, family vacations, college students coming to town for summer jobs and countless visitors looking for sun, fun and relaxations.

As the temperature starts to heat up, so does the threat of hurricanes. Today, Highway 501 will be busy as the State Department of Public Safety holds its annual hurricane evacuation drill. In the event of a hurricane and an evacuation, the inbound lanes to Myrtle Beach are reversed. Traffic in all lanes of Highway 501 will be headed out of town should the Governor issue a mandatory evacuation. To keep up-to-date on approaching hurricanes, visit the Horry County Hurricane Information Center.

For Sale - Single Family Home in Murrells Inlet

Mature landscaping dot the front and back yards of this home located on a cul-de-sac. The large backyard is completely fenced. Kings Grant is centrally located in Murrells Inlet. Immediately when walking in the living room, you will notice the vaulted ceilings and open floor plan in this neat as a pin 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. The living room, kitchen and dining room occupy the front of the home while all bedrooms are located in the back of the home. Flooring in the foyer, kitchen, dining area and bathrooms has been upgraded to tile. The master bathroom features a garden tub and solid surface countertop. Large closets complete all bedrooms, and the master bedroom has two walk-in closets. The seller is providing a home warranty.

Deal on home in the Avenues

Have you ever wanted to own a home within walking distance to the beach? If so, now is a good opportunity for you. This house located in the Avenues section of Myrtle Beach is a short walk to the beach...about 4 blocks. The price on this house was lowered yesterday to $399,900! The price was originally $670,000. I do not think this property will last long. If you are interested, please call me. I can get more details from the listing agent. Tenants are currently in place until July 31, but the lease does contain a 30 day kickout clause.

What is the temperature of the Myrtle Beach market?

I get asked this questions a lot. Other forms of the question are "Is Myrtle Beach a buyer's market?" or "Are prices depreciating in Myrtle Beach?"

I would say the Myrtle Beach market is "lukewarm" now. Lukewarm is great for buyers. Buyers who have ever considered purchasing a second home or investment property should seriously consider the Myrtle Beach, SC market now! Sellers, especially of ocean front condos, are offering their condos for sale at lower prices and they are offering great incentives. Incentives include paying for closing costs, buying down your interest rate and paying for the HOA for a specific time. Now is also a great time to buy a property off the beach.

Because Myrtle Beach is a resort town, it will always be a popular place to visit and own real estate. As with all real estate markets, the Myrtle Beach market will experience ups and downs. I believe in the long run, "ups" will outnumber "downs." To be in a position to take advantage of future price appreciation, now is the time to buy!

For Sale - Ocean Front Condo for Sale at The Caravelle Resort

Own a piece of a Myrtle Beach landmark! Over the past year, eight million dollars have been spent renovating the guest rooms and suites at the Caravelle Hotel. Condo ownership at the Caravelle Resort, located in the Golden Mile, the coveted northern section of Myrtle Beach, can now be yours! Upgraded details include cermaic tile, custom upholstery, window treatments and bed coverings, plasma TVs and crown molding.

You will enjoy magnificent views of the Atlantic Ocean from the ocean front balcony stretching off the living room. The "kiddie" pool was completed in May 2007 and new elevators were installed in February 2007. Other amenities include indoor and outdoor pools, a lazy river, hot tubs, restaurants, a game room and ice cream shop and a poolside grill. Come see this beautiful condo today!

Sun Fun Follow Up

Tropical Storm Barry prevented me from attending any of the weekend festivities associatied with the Sun Fun Festival. I planned to take lots of pictures and post them here. Hopefully, the sandcastle got built, and I can stop by to snap a shot of the final masterpiece! Feel free to check out the Sun Fun Festival website at http://www.sunfunfestival.com/.

TS Barry did bring some much needed rain to the Myrtle Beach area. By the time the weather hit our shores, Barry had been downgraded to a Tropical Depression. We were glad to get the rain without the damage!