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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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Reviewing 2025 Predictions and What Stan Got Right
A no-spin scorecard on the Upstate housing market—mortgage rates above 6%, prices drifting higher, cash at 22%, policy getting tougher, and the final tally: 7.5 out of 10 predictions correct.
Dec 24, 20254 min read
Greenville Real Estate Rollercoaster: Record Listings, Rising Prices, and Market Whiplash
The Greenville real estate rollercoaster keeps climbing—record listings, rising prices, and shifting inventory define 2025’s market. See how buyers and sellers can stay steady amid the twists.
Oct 15, 20255 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 1, 20256 min read
Greenville Housing Check: Buyer’s Market Vibes, a $250 Giveaway & a Zillow Power-Up
Greenville’s late-summer numbers show buyer’s-market vibes without a price collapse: inventory at multi-year highs, days on market stretching, and list-to-sale ratios easing—plus a Zillow Showcase push and a $250 review giveaway to boost visibility where it counts.
Sep 24, 20256 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 2, 20254 min read
Do Greenvillians Like Basements, Pools, And Golf Course Homes?
Wondering whether basements, private pools, or golf course addresses actually move the needle in Greenville? Here’s what locals prefer, where these features shine, and how they affect price and resale.
Feb 12, 20253 min read
What needs to happen for mortgage rates to come down?
What needs to happen for mortgage rates to come down? In this Selling Greenville episode, Stan connects tariffs, inflation, the Fed, the 10-year Treasury, and the mortgage-Treasury spread—plus real-world options like buydowns and mortgage assumptions.
Feb 5, 20253 min read
Market stats show weird trends in Greenville
Greenville’s latest market stats show weird trends across listings, pendings, prices, and buyer behavior. Here’s what the latest data reveals about the Upstate’s shifting housing landscape
Mar 27, 20244 min read
Why Are People Selling Off Rental Portfolios?
A grounded look at why more owners are selling off rental portfolios in Greenville, and why it has far more to do with loan cycles, aging ownership, and market normalization than any crisis.
Feb 28, 20244 min read
10 Things Non-SC People Say About Greenville
New to the Upstate? Here are the 10 things non-SC people say about Greenville—from basement scarcity and bold dining to art-filled streets, pricey rent, tricky drivers, and easy escapes to lakes and mountains.
Oct 19, 20225 min read
SC's New Contract Is Causing Major Changes To Real Estate
SC’s switch to a due diligence-only contract reshaped offers overnight. Here’s how termination fees, appraisal terms, and focused repairs now decide who wins in South Carolina real estate.
Aug 31, 20226 min read
8 Things About Greenville I’m Thankful For
Eight real-life reasons Greenville shines: standout parks, approachable hikes, a deep food scene, four true seasons, a local route to great dogs, school choice across districts, a collaborative civic vibe, and medical care that performs when it matters
Nov 24, 20215 min read
The Crazy Rollercoaster of Buying from a RE Wholesaler
Want off-market deals in Greenville? This deep-dive explains The Crazy Rollercoaster of Buying from a RE Wholesaler—from one-shot walkthroughs and non-refundable deposits to assignment fees and closing-table curveballs—so investors can move fast and smart.
Oct 21, 20205 min read
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