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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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When Will It Be Too Late to Invest in Greenville Real Estate? (And Why You Shouldn't Wait for a Crash)
Is it already too late to invest in Greenville real estate? Not if you know where the growth is headed. Here’s why waiting for a crash hurts most buyers—and the common-sense signals that still point to opportunity in the Upstate.
May 28, 20253 min read
All Things 1031 Exchange
Thinking about deferring capital gains on an investment property? This practical guide explains how a 1031 exchange works, the deadlines you can’t miss, and smart Upstate strategies to keep your swap—and your tax deferral—on track.
Apr 9, 20254 min read
So What’s ACTUALLY Going on in Greenville Real Estate?
Greenville’s real estate market is changing—buyers are slower, sellers more cautious, and investors more strategic. Here’s what’s actually happening in Greenville real estate right now.
Sep 25, 20245 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
Willie Coleman on Real Estate Investing in Your Teen Years and Early 20s
A teenage hustler becomes a luxury builder: how Willie Coleman turned salvaged parts, smart sourcing, and resilience into real estate momentum.
Nov 1, 20235 min read
iBuyers Found “Naked in the Water” While Mom and Pop House Flippers Thrived
iBuyers surged on algorithms, then the tide turned. This episode unpacks how corporate overpays, shallow updates, and price cuts collided—while local flippers thrived on neighborhood-level sense.
Feb 1, 20234 min read
Stan's Story: How I Got Into Real Estate
From ten-cent PB&Js to a top local podcast, this Greenville Realtor® traces a winding path through flips, insurance adjusting, a health scare, and the mic that fueled his business.
Sep 14, 20226 min read
Processes vs. Outcomes: A Different Way to Approach Real Estate
Shift your real estate mindset from goals to habits. This episode explains how investors, buyers, and sellers can use processes vs. outcomes thinking to make smarter decisions, write stronger offers, and prepare listings that stand out—regardless of market noise.
Apr 21, 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
Is It a Seller’s or Buyer’s Market? Both and Neither
Greenville’s market is weird—in the best and worst ways. Ultra-low rates meet ultra-low inventory, bidding wars rage below $250K, and top-end buyers find room to negotiate. Here’s how to win when it’s Is It a Seller’s or Buyer’s Market? Both and Neither.
Aug 12, 20205 min read
Backup Contracts Pt 2: This Month's Success Story
A real-world walkthrough of how a lingering contingent listing, a clean backup, and crisp contract terms turned into a closing—why investors should love backups, how statuses signal opportunity, and how to do just-enough diligence at the right time.
Jul 15, 20204 min read
RE Investing: How to BRRRR in a Seller’s Market
Learn how savvy investors are still using BRRRR to scale their rental portfolios, even when sellers hold the power—by focusing on appreciation, delayed refinances, and smart market selection.
May 20, 20207 min read
10 Real Estate Lessons from 2008 on Surviving a Recession
Discover 10 real estate lessons from 2008 that can help homeowners and investors navigate today’s economy. From smart budgeting to picking resilient neighborhoods, learn how to survive—and even thrive—during a recession.
Mar 24, 20204 min read
The 7 Biggest Mistakes Homebuyers Make
Wondering what really sabotages buyers in a hot Upstate market? This breakdown of the seven biggest mistakes homebuyers make—drawn from the Selling Greenville podcast—covers lowball offers, $25-a-month hangups, radon, lenders, fixer-uppers, and more.
Mar 10, 20208 min read
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