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Boston, Massachusetts.  April 15, 2013. Patriot’s Day.   A day celebrating the power of the human spirit, the will to endure, the amazing ability of the body to be pushed beyond reasonable limits was marred by such a horrific tragedy that it has left the nation stunned and lives forever changed.  While we breathe a [...]

Before Vacant.  Cavernous.  Cold.  Too big.  Potential buyers looking at the home above had these reactions when they walked into this overwhelming space.   Unable to envision their own furnishings in this room or how to place their furniture, homebuyers just couldn’t picture themselves in this grand living area.  Frustrated with lots of showings but [...]

Congratulations to Tom Jackson & Randy Fix Gateway Realty Recipients Hilton Head Area Association of Realtors 2012 Realtor Service Award    

The Gateway Realty sales team enjoyed a lovely morning sales meeting and on-site presentation at the spectacular 20,000 acre Palmetto Bluff.  Palmetto Bluff is not only arguably one of the most beautiful pieces of property in the world, but it has seen an unprecendented growth in sales over the past twelve months.  With 142 properties sold [...]

‘Tis the Season for giving and Bluffton Self Help is a local organization that helps local neighbors “in critical need of short term financial assistance, food and clothing, while supporting them to become more self-reliant” This year they have provided $376,357 worth of food to community members in need. There are so many ways to [...]

The Christmas and New Year holidays are traditionally times of joy, family and friends, AND can include an inordinate amount of stress getting home and hearth ready for visitors or holiday travel.  Make it easier on yourself this year by following these few simple tips. Start early making lists and getting organized. Get the cards out [...]

Every school-age child goes wild for two things – summer break and SNOW DAYS! While the odds of a snow day in the lowcountry are pretty slim, the The Boys & Girls Club of the Lowcountry is doing their part to see to it that every child has the opportunity to play in the snow this winter by [...]

Bluffton kicks off the holiday season with Light Up The Night Festivities in Old Town Bluffton on November 30, 2012.  You’re sure to catch the spirit of the season while listening to the carolers as you stroll along luminary-lit Calhoun Street and the Promenade from 3 – 8 pm. Climb aboard the Holly Jolly Holiday Trolley for [...]

The Fall months can be a good time to sell your home because there are generally fewer homes on the market in the off-season. However, cooler temperatures, shorter daylight hours, and off-peak landscaping also bring challenges to Bluffton home sellers in the fall.   Follow these 3 tips when selling a home in the fall: 1. Curb Appeal No [...]

Theres always something exciting happening around Bluffton, South Carolina  and this weekend is no exception. The 2nd Annual Bluffton International & Craft Beer Fest takes place Saturday, November 3, 2012 at The Calhoun Street Promenade in Historic Downtown Bluffton from 2 – 6 pm. Last year the Festival brought over a thousand beer enthusiasts to Bluffton [...]

So you have decided to take advantage of all that the Bluffton, South Carolina area has to offer –   world-class golf, great dining opportunities, an endless variety of things to do and see, and a convenient location that makes reaching nearby Hilton Head Island and Savannah, Georgia a breeze - and puchase a home or second home here in the beautiful [...]

Wednesdays call for slowing down, rejuvenating your senses and finding peace in the midst of your workweek. So why not gather a few friends and get introduced to Wine Wednesdays Wine Tasting at Rose Hill Mansion? Rose Hill Mansion, known as the most beautiful plantation house in the Lowcountry, is located in Bluffton, South Carolina [...]

A short drive from Hilton Head, Bluffton, South Carolina is a true coastal village situated on a high bluff overlooking the May River. Bluffton takes great pride in its surrounding natural environment as well as its rich history and cultural heritage. The Historic Bluffton Arts & Seafood Festival is taking place from October 14 – [...]