Listing Agents in Charleston

Buyer representation agreements spelling out compensation are now standard, and the amount is negotiable. Seller-paid buyer compensation still happens, but it is a negotiated term rather than an assumption — ask your agent to walk through the numbers before you tour.

A great deal. Premiums vary widely by flood zone and elevation, and can be the difference between an affordable payment and an unaffordable one. Get a quote during due diligence, not after closing.

Exterior changes usually require Board of Architectural Review approval, insurance and maintenance costs run higher, and inspections should include someone who understands older construction. The trade-off is a property type nobody is building more of.

Very, especially in Mount Pleasant, Daniel Island, Summerville and newer developments. Read the covenants and the reserve study — special assessments are the surprise that catches new owners.

Most Charleston managers charge a percentage of collected rent plus a tenant placement fee. What matters as much as the percentage is what is included: inspections, maintenance coordination, and how repairs are approved.