Greenville’s real estate market has seen rapid growth—but how does it stack up against other popular markets in the Southeast and beyond? In this episode, I break down the key differences between Greenville and similar cities when it comes to home values, buyer trends, affordability, and long-term investment potential. I also chat with Seth, a fellow friend who lives in a scenic Georgia resort town, about what makes Greenville unique—and what buyers and investors should know before jumping in. From local lifestyle perks to real market challenges, this episode offers a well-rounded look at how Greenville compares and where it stands out. Whether you’re thinking of moving to the Upstate, investing in property, or just want to understand Greenville’s real estate momentum, this episode is packed with insight and straight talk you won’t get from a Google search. As always, if you have any questions or comments (or, of course, need a realtor), feel free to reach out to Stan McCune directly by phone/text at (973) 479-1267 or by email at smccune@cdanjoyner.com

Everyone loves a good renovation story—but which ones are actually worth it in 2025? In this quick breakdown of the 2025 NAR Remodeling Impact Report, I unpack what upgrades homeowners are really doing, what they're costing, and which ones actually pay off (both in value and happiness). I cover the top projects delivering the biggest return, the ones homeowners say bring the most joy, and a few common remodels that may not be worth the expense. Plus, I’ll share some surprising stats on how people are paying for these updates—and why the DIY route isn’t always the win people expect. If you’re considering a kitchen makeover, bathroom upgrade, or a full-blown remodel this year, this is your cheat sheet to what works and what doesn’t. As always, if you have any questions or comments (or, of course, need a realtor), feel free to reach out to Stan McCune directly by phone/text at (973) 479-1267 or by email at smccune@cdanjoyner.com

Everyone wants to time the bottom of the real estate market—but real estate doesn't work like stocks or crypto. In this episode, I break down why waiting for a crash might leave you with fewer options, less access to capital, and no real opportunity at all. I also walk through how to spot areas of growth in Greenville, which parts of town are still undervalued, and why grocery stores and bike trails might just be your best investing indicators. If you're asking whether it's too late to invest in Greenville, this episode will give you a fresh perspective—and a bit of a reality check. Please note that this episode contains personal opinions, and nothing in this episode should be considered investment advice. Please talk to a financial/investment advisor if you need investment advice As always, if you have any questions or comments (or, of course, need a realtor), feel free to reach out to Stan McCune directly by phone/text at (973) 479-1267 or by email at smccune@cdanjoyner.com

It's been the 2025 real estate "busy season" for several months now, and we finally have some data to assess just how busy it has been. Long story short, sellers are very busy, but buyers are still stuck in 2024. However, some conditions are noticeably improving for buyers, albeit without the market completely bottoming out for sellers. That's great news for all parties, and potentially a good sign for the future health of the Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson market. As always, if you have any questions or comments (or, of course, need a realtor), feel free to reach out to Stan McCune directly by phone/text at (973) 479-1267 or by email at smccune@cdanjoyner.com

We love data on this show, but sometimes data doesn't tell you the whole story. Sometimes vibes shift before the data does, and there are definitely some vibe shifts happening right now, whether it's buyers ignoring smaller homes, appraisers struggling to appraise homes for contract prices, sellers trying to argue with their realtors about their home values, etc. I'm experiencing, and hearing from other realtors who are experiencing, a lot of new-ish things that are happening - things that aren't inherently uncommon in real estate but that are different than what we've had in recent years and that also don't usually all happen at the same time. So what are the vibes right now, and why do they matter? Tune in and find out! As always, if you have any questions or comments (or, of course, need a realtor), feel free to reach out to Stan McCune directly by phone/text at (973) 479-1267 or by email at smccune@cdanjoyner.com

Downtown Greenville is already considered one of the best Downtowns in the Southeast, and it's about to get a lot better, as there are many planned redevelopment projects (some already in the works!) for adding great new places to hangout, shop, and eat to some of Greenville's most neglected areas. So let's talk about them! In this episode, we discuss: 1. The Greenville Gateway Project 2. The County Square redevelopment 3. The potential Poe Mill revitalization And we also get into the much maligned Inn at Altamont - a proposed resort hotel on Paris Mountain that is unlikely to ever see the light of day. This episode is best viewed on YouTube, where you can see a bunch of renderings! As always, if you have any questions or comments (or, of course, need a realtor), feel free to reach out to Stan McCune directly by phone/text at (973) 479-1267 or by email at smccune@cdanjoyner.com

One question we had entering 2025 was whether the lackluster end to 2024 was a sign of things to come or was a fluke result of a weird confluence of a 500 year storm (Helene), the Presidential elections, and standard seasonality. Now that we have data for the first quarter of 2025, it is apparent that 2024 was more of a fluke than anything, with 2025 (so far) seeing many homes being listed, prices going up, and closings increasing. So what exactly is happening? It appears the real estate market is showing some stability, with buyers and sellers settling into the current state of the economy, despite growing uncertainty for what lies ahead. As always, if you have any questions or comments (or, of course, need a realtor), feel free to reach out to Stan McCune directly by phone/text at (973) 479-1267 or by email at smccune@cdanjoyner.com

The SE region of the United States is a termite hotspot, and the Upstate of SC (Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson and surrounding counties) is no exception. In SC realtors are constantly dealing with them, and I have three termite stories from the past few months that I'm eager to share. What I've learned from these stories is this: there are solutions to termites, but oftentimes the pest control company who is supposed to be treating the termites is just as much a part of the termite problem as they are the solution. As always, if you have any questions or comments (or, of course, need a realtor), feel free to reach out to Stan McCune directly by phone/text at (973) 479-1267 or by email at smccune@cdanjoyner.com