Mount Pleasant Magazine July/August 2020

30 www.ReadMPM.com | www.MountPleasantMagazine.com | www.VOICEofMPpodcast.com I t’s undeniable that the coronavirus has impacted our lives on almost every level. At its onset, the real estate market became temporarily dormant as uncertainty loomed and people sheltered in place. Currently, however, restrictions are loosening, and the housing market is bouncing back in a big way. The Lowcountry is seeing record numbers of homes going under contract and listings in short supply. As of press time, 500 homes had gone under contract in the Tri- county, including 388 single-family homes and 104 condos or townhomes. Inventory keeps dropping, and demand is much higher than supply. If you’ve been thinking of selling, this could be the perfect time. To gain insight into the real estate boom, we went to the experts. Franne Schwarb is a consummate authority in real estate, with over 25 years in the business. With experience in all aspects of buying and selling, she knows how to make the process easy for clients. She was awarded Realtor® of the Year for 2018 at the 2019 Realtors® of Distinction luncheon. Schwarb and her team at Charleston Fine Homes — Chari Karinshak and Yvette Grist — work together to provide exceptional service. “We share our knowledge. We share similar work ethics and know how to navigate the market. We are always here for you,” Schwarb said. If you’ve been thinking of selling but are feeling short on time, keep in mind that the Charleston Fine Homes team regularly attends inspections and repairs. They’ll even get your home cleaned for you after it sells and you move out. “If you aren’t home when someone would like to see BY JULI KAPLAN Tired of Your House after Quarantine? Real Estate is Rebounding