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THE GREENVILLE REAL ESTATE JOURNAL
Get expert takes on the ever-changing Upstate market. From home buying and selling tips to neighborhood spotlights, investment advice, and behind-the-scenes stories, this blog delivers honest, data-backed insight into real estate in Greenville and beyond. Whether you're a first-time buyer or a seasoned investor, you'll find real value here.
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Stephanie Worinkeng on Decluttering, Staging & Smarter Storage
When it comes to homes in Greenville, presentation and peace of mind start behind closed doors—closet doors, that is. In this episode of Selling Greenville , professional organizer and owner of A Time to Organize , Stephanie Worinkeng, shares the practical (and deeply human) side of creating a functional home. From paper piles and junk drawers to sentimental items and staging for sale, she breaks down why clutter creeps in—and how to build systems that actually stick. Declutt
Nov 55 min read


Helene, One Year Later: What Greenville Learned—and What to Do Next
One year after Hurricane Helene, Greenville looks back with clear lessons: track storms closely, fuel up early, plan for grid downtime, and rely on neighbors and simple systems. Here’s what happened—and what to do next.
Oct 16 min read


Greenville City Council Candidate Tina Belge on making Greenville a safer, more bikeable, and more affordable place to live
A practical, people-first conversation with Greenville City Council Candidate Tina Belge on safer streets, protected bike lanes, real-world transit, missing-middle housing, tree canopy repairs post-Helene, and why childcare is economic infrastructure—so Greenville stays livable, lovable, and uniquely itself.
Sep 175 min read


Hiking, Hurricanes, and Hard Truths: Exploring the Wild Side of the Carolinas with Thomas “Badger” Mabry
Stan sits down with Thomas “Badger” Mabry to talk hiking, waterfalls, and recovering from Hurricane Helene. From backcountry trails to flood zones, this episode covers the raw truth of exploring and rebuilding in the Southern Appalachians.
Jul 24 min read


Greenville Real Estate vs Other Markets: Key Comparisons & Insights w/ Seth Teegarden
Explore real-world insights from Greenville real estate to Ellijay mountain life in this candid conversation between Stan McCune and Seth Teegarden. A must-read for buyers, owners, and dreamers alike.
Jun 114 min read


Exciting New Developments in Greenville: County Square, Gateway Project & Poe Mill
Greenville new developments are reshaping the city—from County Square’s mixed-use district to the Gateway Project and Poe Mill’s revival. See what’s real, what’s next, and how to spot trail-linked hot spots before they peak.
Apr 302 min read


BREAKING: Greenville County Council Strips Away Property Rights
A high-stakes ordinance at third reading could reshape housing in unzoned areas as County Council Strips Away Property Rights—pairing buffers with a 1.5-acre septic rule that prices out attainable homes.
Nov 22, 20235 min read


5 Things in Greenville I'm Thankful For
A heartfelt, grounded look at 5 Things in Greenville—from Unity Park and the Grand Bohemian to the Peace Center, downtown entrepreneurs, and the steady leadership shaping the city’s pulse.
Nov 22, 20234 min read


The 2023 Local Elections Show: Real Estate Stakes Across Greenville & The Upstate
Local elections are where Greenville’s real estate future gets decided. This breakdown of The 2023 Local Elections Show highlights county drama, Greenville’s mayoral dynamics, Simpsonville’s stormwater crunch, TR’s supply dilemma, and Easley’s NIMBY battles—plus why 75–80 votes can tip housing policy.
Oct 4, 20235 min read


Craziest Real Estate Encounters (Greenville Edition)
Five true “you can’t make this up” tales from Greenville showings: a guard-dog standoff, a roach waterfall, buzzards nesting indoors, a termite-collapsed floor, and a church braced to keep its walls from falling. These craziest real estate encounters in Greenville show how wild—and fixable—property can be.
Aug 2, 20235 min read


The Do’s and Don’ts of Extended Family in Real Estate
Extended family can be a gift—or a gravitational pull—when you’re buying or selling a home. This Greenville-based guide breaks down the Extended Family's Do's and Don'ts in Real Estate so you get support without surrendering your goals.
Apr 12, 20236 min read
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