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Real Estate: South Carolina/Questions Answered by Expert Sharon Wilkerson
| Subject | Date Asked |
| Your article 7/17/10 | 9/22/2010 |
| Q: I am experiencing almost the identical situation. I bought the trailer next door...the property and ... A: The new owner can obtain a new title from the Department of Motor Vehicles if she wishes to sell her ... | |
| lawyer fees | 8/18/2010 |
| Q: We are trying to purchase privately from the homeowner a house in SC. the closing fees were ... A: I have never heard of an attorney charging $1000 up front in fees. The closing attorney's fees that ... | |
| mobile homes | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: We live in a mobile home in South Carolina. It is on a piece of land that we own, free and clear. ... A: It sounds as if you are correct; however, it depends on the seller's circumstances. Mobile homes ... | |
| property managers | 6/2/2010 |
| Q: my now ex property mgr. rented my townhouse in beaufort,sc to a friend[also a broker from NH]for 4 ... A: A landlord does have remedy against a tenant for not maintaining the residence in a clean and ... | |
| buying land | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: I want to buy ten acres of land connected to my mother's property. the man who owns it is willing ... A: If I understand you correctly, the land owner mortgaged his land to purchase a mobile home and ... | |
| Eminent Domain | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: I have a lot in a neighborhood in Greenville County that is bordered by a fenced in retention pond. ... A: This is actually a question better suited for a real estate attorney, and I do urge you to seek one ... | |
| RE: Delinquent Taxes | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: I am leasing (12 month lease-7/15/09-07/15/10) a home in Charleston, SC. Recently a delinquent tax ... A: Will you be thrown out if the your rental home sells? The lease will no longer be valid when the ... | |
| Property management commission | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: ccould you tell me the "going rate" for commissions on residential property management fees. I ... A: Management fees vary from company to company. Property management companies usually charge a ... | |
| contract for deed | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: will myname be listed on public record in courthouse records? If I am paying taxes and insurance on ... A: When you purchase a property, the seller pays accrued tax from January 1st to date of closing to the ... | |
| contract for deed | 6/8/2009 |
| Q: will myname be listed on public record in courthouse records? If I am paying taxes and insurance on ... A: Should your name be recorded on courthouse records? That depends on whether or not you own the ... | |
| seller/buyer contract jon home sale | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: We made a bid on a home for sale and the buyer said that they will take 3 months to respond; can ... A: Well, unfortunately, no. The bank can take as long as necessary to accept an offer, and yes, other ... | |
| seller/buyer contract jon home sale | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: We made a bid on a home for sale and the buyer said that they will take 3 months to respond; can ... A: Can a buyer take three months to respond to an offer? When you offer a contract, it HAS to be in ... | |
| saling property | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: if a property has been sold and papers signed deal is suppose to be done. can a buyer get out of it ... A: IaL'm not an attorney, but if no money has changed hands and the buyer has changed his mind you ... | |
| saling property | 2/17/2009 |
| Q: if a property has been sold and papers signed deal is suppose to be done. can a buyer get out of it ... A: If the property has been sold, the closing held, money has exchanged hands, and all the papers ... | |
| Bounced earnest money check | 12/1/2008 |
| Q: After negociating with an out of town buyer for several months, we agrred to a clen contract (no ... A: I am not an attorney and I urge you to consult with an attorney about recouping your loss of the ... | |
| Bounced earnest money check | 12/1/2008 |
| Q: After negociating with an out of town buyer for several months, we agrred to a clen contract (no ... A: The real question here is do you want to continue to deal with someone who would write you a bad ... | |
| lien forms | 11/3/2008 |
| Q: I am on a finance committee of a condo homeowners association. We are very strapped for money, ... A: You should be able to receive help through the Berkeley County office of Register of Deeds, ... | |
| real estate buyer remorse, breach of contract | 10/25/2008 |
| Q: Hey Sharon, I listed my house for sale back in August. 3 weeks later, I had a multiple offer ... A: First off, I am not an attorney and I encourage you to seek the advice of one who specializes in ... | |
| house liens | 9/25/2008 |
| Q: Can a credit company put a lien on your primary residence in South Carolina?The debt is $22,000 and ... A: Well, this isn't my area; however, I have never heard of a credit card company putting a lien ... | |
| no written contract | 9/8/2008 |
| Q: i had a verbal agreement that the house was rent to own always asked for a contract well a year ... A: A rent to own does require a written contract and usually three written contracts: (1) lease ... | |
| delinquent lease to buy tenant | 8/16/2008 |
| Q: I have a tenant who wanted to buy my home while I am in Illinois. My listing company century advised ... A: My understanding is that you have served the tenants with an eviction notice and you want to know ... | |
| rent to own lease agreement | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: i have signed a 5 yr lease agreement with my boss to buy his home i have only been in this house for ... A: Whether or not your boss can sell the house out from under you totally depends on the terms of the ... | |
| rent to own | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: who pays property taxes in a rent to own agreement A: The rental fees are often figured to include the coverage of property upkeep, insurance, and taxes, ... | |
| Moving to the Grand Strand | 5/16/2008 |
| Q: My family and I are thinking very seriously about moving to the Grand Strand. Myrtle Beach is an ... A: You've probably found several websites concerning Mt. Pleasant, but don't forget to Google ... | |
| Moving to the Grand Strand | 5/14/2008 |
| Q: My family and I are thinking very seriously about moving to the Grand Strand. Myrtle Beach is an ... A: Well now, that is a great wish list...good schools, low crime rate, reasonable real estate, and good ... | |
| Primary and Secondary on Lease Agreement | 4/12/2008 |
| Q: My son signed a lease with his girlfriend. He was the primary on the lease and she was the ... A: Whether or not your son can evict his girlfriend will depend totally on the wording of the lease. ... | |
| vested interest | 2/8/2008 |
| Q: I am selling a lot to an individual, that I financed. The buyer made a down payment and a number ... A: First off, I am a real estate agent not a real estate attorney, and I believe that is just what you ... | |
| ABANDOMENT | 1/18/2008 |
| Q: I bought a house with my boyfriend in June of 2003, after Febuary of 2004 he moved out. The house is ... A: First off let me state that I am not an attorney and to accomplish what you need to do, you ... | |
| Am I landlocked? | 1/9/2008 |
| Q: I am looking at a piece of property in South Carolina to develop. In the past this tract of land ... A: First off, I am not an attorney and my best advice is to seek a real estate attorney as many court ... | |
| apts for rent in the south | 12/5/2007 |
| Q: I currently live in the d.c. area but I want to move out of state. I am a student and work part ... A: Well now...the problem about renting within walking distance to the beach is that it is EXPENSIVE. ... | |
| Real Estate Law | 11/6/2007 |
| Q: I looking to obtain a house that is located on the Isle of Palms. The house needs to be moved. The ... A: You should consult with a real estate attorney concerning the legalities and tax laws for moving a ... | |
| south carolina deed laws | 10/31/2007 |
| Q: Our deceased father has a piece of property in south carolina that he shared with his wife. In the ... A: The South Carolina code on Tenancy can be found at http://www.scstatehouse.net/CODE/t27c007.htm (see ... | |
| Name on deed | 9/4/2007 |
| Q: My husband and I are building a house and the loan will be in both names. Would putting the deed in ... A: More than likely your mortgage company will require both your names on the deed since the loan will ... | |
| MYRTLE BEACH HOME FOR SALE | 9/3/2007 |
| Q: IS THE REAL ESTATE INVESTOR POOL COMPLETELY DRIED UP? I HAVE MY HOUSE LISTED FOR 259,900 THROUGH ... A: It sounds like you have a nice home, well located, and well priced, but I wouldn't be able to tell ... | |
| about my home | 8/17/2007 |
| Q: But i pay property taxes on it. Can i sell it just on a bill of sale? What can i do? A: Make sure you covered all your bases in searching for your title. Was or is there a lien on the ... | |
| Investment Property | 8/14/2007 |
| Q: Is now a good time to invest in a condo in Myrtle Beach? My husband and I live in New England, ... A: Sorry to take so long in getting back to you but I had to do some research first in the Myrtle Beach ... | |
| Where to buy - outdoorsy, mountains? | 6/19/2007 |
| Q: my wife and I are looking to relocate to a less densely populated area, a cheaper area, an outdoorsy ... A: The areas in North Carolina that you may want to consider are Asheville, Hendersonville, Black ... | |
| seller refuses to deed land | 4/15/2007 |
| Q: My mother-in-law contracted to purchase a plot of land from an individual to put her mobile home ... A: All real estate transactions in the state of South Carolina have to be in writing to be valid. You ... | |
Sharon Wilkerson
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
I can answer questions on residential real estate whether they concern buying or selling, 1031 exchanges, or investment property/vacation property. I can answer some questions on South Carolina law concerning the aforementioned property type sales. I cannot answer questions concerning commercial property.
Experience
I am a realtor in the Charleston, SC, area which is an historic seaport town on the coast located between Myrtle Beach and Hilton Head. I have serviced both buyers and sellers from those looking to purchase their very first home to those looking for a place to retire. I have a network of realtors around the South Carolina area with whom I am in touch concerning the South Carolina real estate market.
Organizations
The Charleston Tri-county Association of Realtors; The South Carolina Association of Realtors, The National Association of Realtors; Women at Work; The National Conservancy; Daughters of the American Revolution
Education/Credentials
BA degree in Business and BA degree in Theatre Arts
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