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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


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 155 min read


Greenville Buyers Market: Real-Time Data Shows New Construction Is Driving the Feel
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Sep 103 min read


Amidst Uncertainty, The Greenville Real Estate Market Sees Glimmers Of Stability
Even with rate jitters and headline noise, the Greenville real estate market is holding its own. Here’s what’s actually moving offers, appraisals, and closings right now—and how buyers, sellers, and investors can play it smart.
Apr 232 min read


Solving The Greenville Termite Problem: CL-100s, Treatment, And Smooth Closings
Termites are a fact of life in the Upstate. Here’s a practical playbook for spotting, treating, and closing smoothly on a home with a Greenville termite problem—without panic or surprises.
Apr 163 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 94 min read


Prices Continue to Fall in Greenville
Greenville’s prices are slipping in key segments. Here’s why it’s happening, how it shows up in the data, and what buyers and sellers should do right now.
Feb 193 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 123 min read


How Greenville RE Is Shifting
Greenville’s housing market has quietly reinvented itself. Smaller lots, newer homes, longer timelines, and shifting financing reveal how Greenville RE is shifting in 2024 and beyond.
Jan 85 min read


What Does Twitter/X Have to Say About Home Buying?
What happens when Twitter weighs in on home buying? A viral thread sparked both bad takes and real lessons about choosing the right home. This Selling Greenville recap breaks it down with humor and insight.
Nov 20, 20245 min read


Prices Go Up, But Mortgage Rates Go Down in a Seller/Buyer Win-Win
Greenville’s 2024 housing market pulls off a rare balancing act — prices up, rates down, and buyers and sellers both winning. Discover how the Greenville real estate win-win market is reshaping the Upstate scene.
Sep 4, 20245 min read


Have Homes Bought Since 2021 Actually Lost Equity?
Did Greenville homeowners who bought during the 2021 boom actually lose equity? New data shows most gained tens of thousands in value, proving the Upstate’s housing market remains one of the strongest in the Southeast.
Jul 17, 20244 min read


10 Bold Predictions for 2024!
A data-backed breakdown of the 10 Bold Predictions shaping Greenville’s 2024 real estate market, including rate expectations, price shifts, inventory trends, and the outlook for buyers and sellers.
Jan 3, 20244 min read


End of Year Giveaway! Plus 2023 Recap
A milestone close to the year featuring the End of Year Giveaway, a 2023 market recap, and key insights shaping Greenville’s housing momentum.
Dec 27, 20234 min read


It Happened: Greenville Real Estate Prices Went Down in May
Greenville’s median home price fell 0.6% year-over-year in May—the first decline in years. But does it signal a crash or a reset? Here’s what the latest data says about prices, rates, and what comes next for upstate real estate.
Jun 21, 20234 min read


Anti-Development NIMBYs and Why They’re Wrong
Greenville’s loudest anti-development voices say “not in my backyard.” Here’s why those arguments fall apart—and how smarter growth can keep the Upstate affordable, equitable, and moving.
May 24, 20235 min read


Comparing 2023 Real Estate to the RE Market in 2008–2020
Greenville’s 2023 real estate market looks nothing like 2008’s crash—or 2020’s chaos. Here’s how it compares to the last 15 years and what it means for buyers, sellers, and investors right now.
May 10, 20235 min read
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