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The Downing Group Blog

Buying Property on Lake Murray

Here’s what to look for when buying a Lake Murray home. Are you thinking of buying a property on Lake Murray? My team and I sell more Lake Murray homes than anyone else, so we know what you need to look for to find the best home available. Today I’ll take you on a tour… Read more »

Q: How Can Buyers Compete in Our Seller’s Market?

These eight tips will help get your offer accepted. At just two months’ worth, our inventory is extremely tight right now; there’s no doubt we’re in a strong seller’s market where multiple-offer situations are commonplace in certain high-demand price points. How can buyers stand out amid heavy competition? For starters, having reasonable expectations is paramount…. Read more »

The Latest From Our Columbia Market

Inventory is low and demand is high in our market.   What’s the latest news from our Columbia housing market? The bottom line is that inventory is extremely low and still shrinking. There aren’t enough homes for sale for the number of buyers in our market, and there are a couple of reasons why. First,… Read more »

Choosing the Right Offer

Here’s what you need to consider to pick the best offer for your home. If you put your home on the market and get multiple offers for it, how do you know which one is the best? This is an important question because we’re seeing more and more multiple-offer situations in our Columbia marketplace due… Read more »

The 2 Kinds of Property Taxes to Know

How do property taxes work in South Carolina? Here’s what you need to know. There are two tax rates that the government levies on property in South Carolina: the owner-occupied rate and the commercial rate. If you have a property you’re using as your primary residence and it has been registered as such with your… Read more »

Your May 2020 Real Estate Market Update

Here’s how our market has been holding up during the COVID-19 pandemic. In my last few blog entries, I’ve been bringing you updated statistics on the Columbia real estate market as it stands during the pandemic, and even with all the uncertainty the country is facing, I can still say that our market so far… Read more »

Columbia, SC Real Estate Market Update April 2020

Although our real estate market has certainly been impacted by the pandemic, it hasn’t seen as much of a drop-off as you might think. Here’s why. As we continue to navigate the world of real estate during a pandemic, first let me say that my heart goes out to all who have been negatively affected… Read more »

The Coronavirus & Our Market

The coronavirus has affected our economy tremendously, but in the real estate market, it’s business as usual. What’s happening in the Columbia housing market in light of recent events? First of all, I hope you’re all safe and sound, and if my team and I can help you in any way, don’t hesitate to reach… Read more »

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