Author Archives: J Michael Manley Team
Greenville County Booms: Job Creation Hits 8-Year High
It’s no secret that Greenville is a great place to live and do business, and the statistics back it up. Despite all of the obstacles Greenville has encountered in the last year, Greenville County’s economic development is stronger than ever. 22 enterprises, including manufacturing and office, new businesses and established industries, large and small, public... Read More
Greenville: A Foodie Destination Named among the New York Times’ Top 52 Places to Visit in 2023
Greenville, South Carolina, has made yet another prestigious list, this time the New York Times’ “52 Places to Go in 2023,” and we’re happy to say it’s not the first time. The city was also included on the list five years ago. Greenville and Charleston are the only two South Carolina cities on the list,... Read More
Get Your Taste Buds Ready: Greenville Restaurant Week Is Coming!
Greenville Restaurant Week is back from January 12 to January 22! Twice a year during summer and winter, some of the best chefs and restaurants in the state offer amazing deals to diners. From trendy newcomers to fine-dining restaurants in every town, Restaurant Week South Carolina is the perfect opportunity to try a new restaurant... Read More
How To Buy A Home For The First Time
Buying a home for the first time can be a daunting task, but with the right preparation and guidance, it can also be an exciting and rewarding experience. Here are some steps to follow when buying a home for the first time. How to buy a home for the first time These are the steps... Read More
What Does it Mean to be Under Contract in Real Estate?
What does Under Contract Mean? Under contract or contingent in real estate refers to a seller accepting a buyer’s offer, but the sale is not yet complete. Before a transaction can be finalized, there are typically a few contingencies or conditions that must be met, such as the buyer securing financing or the property passing... Read More
November 2022 Greenville Real Estate Statistics
Here’s the latest update on the Greenville real estate market. This page is updated every month to keep a running archive of Greenville’s real estate statistics from our local MLS. If you’re moving to Greenville and have questions about Greenville real estate market, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’d love to discuss in detail the activities in our... Read More
Mortgage Rates Update: Mortgage Rates Eased For The Fifth Straight Week
The 30-year fixed mortgage rate retreated for the fifth consecutive week even as the Federal Reserve recently raised its key borrowing rate for the seventh time this year. Freddie Mac reported Thursday that the average rate on the benchmark 30-year fixed mortgage has dropped to 6.31 percent after falling every week for the past few... Read More
Buying a House With a Basement Versus with a FROG
When buying a home probably one of the features you’re looking for in a home includes a basement. If you are not from the south, and you’re looking for a home in South Carolina or North Carolina, you’ll notice that there are not a lot of basement homes on these real estate markets. Something a... Read More
New Greenville Trail System Now Open To The Public
A new trail system in Greenville County is now officially open to the public. The new trail system was once an unused space spanning 40 acres behind Lakeside Park located in Piedmont. The six-mile trail system in Lakeside Park consists of three connecting loops for beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. It is open for walkers,... Read More
Do Homes in the Upstate, SC Have Basements?
Are you looking to relocate to Greenville, SC, and wondering if homes in the Greenville area have basements? Yes, there are basement homes in Greenville however you’ll be surprised to know there are not a lot of them. While most of the homes in the U.S. especially in the northern part of the country have... Read More
