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        <title>Charleston Real Estate Market Blog</title>
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        <description>Get local info and tips from Charleston real estate agents on market trends, financing, new communities, upcoming events, and more!</description>
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        <author>keadle@thekeadlegroup.com (Lee and Katherine Keadle)</author>
        <title>Top 10 Careers in Charleston</title>
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If you are considering a search of Charleston Real Estate, its important to ask yourselfnbsp;What are the best jobs in Charleston? There are many career paths available in the city. The top industries in terms of pay and top sector rankings include the following:






Management Occupations






The average salary in this field is $99,250. Within this sector, there are several different job titles that a person can hold with their own respective salary. A few of the most popular occupations, include:






General and operations managers






Advertising and Promotion Managers






Marketing Managers






Financial Managers






Human Resource Managers










Business and Financial Operations






Another very popular sector, the average salary in this field is $63,600 a year, the jobs available in this field include:






Wholesale and retail buyers






Purchasing agents






Claims adjusters






Compliance officers






Management analysts






Financial analysts






Loan officers










Computer and Mathematics






A thriving information technology and computer sector exists in Charleston, with the most popular occupations being:






Computer and information research scientists






Computer systems analysis






Information security analysis






Computer/software developers






Web developers






Database administration






Computer network architects






This field has an annual mean wage of $70,270.






Legal Occupation






Those that seek legal occupations earn a median wage of $71,970, and the following careers available are:






Lawyers






Judges






Paralegals






Court reporters






Legal support






Title examiners










Architecture and Engineering






The architecture and engineering sector in Charleston is thriving, with the average salary being $72,800. The most common job titles in this sector, include:






Landscape architects






Architects






Cartographers






Surveyors






Aerospace engineers






Chemical engineers






Civil engineers






Mechanical engineers










Healthcare Practitioners and Support






Healthcare in general is booming around the country, and the mean wage is $71,240. These professionals fill a variety of roles, including:






Chiropractors






Dentists






Optometrists






Pharmacists






Surgeons and physicians






Physical therapists






Respiratory therapist






Family and general practitioners






Healthcare support is another popular sector, but has a much lower mean wage of $27,390. Popular jobs in this sector include:






Physical therapy assistants






Occupational therapy assistants






Massage therapists






Dental assistants






Medical assistance










Sales and Related Occupations






Retail and sales are booming in the city, and the average salary of these professionals is $30,790. Within this field, yoursquo;ll find a variety of job offerings, including:






Cashiers






Retail salespersons






Advertising sales agents






Insurance sales agents






Financial service sales agents






Travel agents










Education, Training and Library Occupations






The education sector in general is booming, and the mean wage in this industry is $48,710. Job titles include:






Post-secondary teachers






Preschool teachers






Special education






Secondary school teachers






Middle school teachers






High school teachers






Substitute teachers






Teaching assistants










Installation, Maintenance and Repair Occupations






The average mean wage in the installation, maintenance and repair sector is $44,200. The sector is comprised of:






Computer repair agents






First-line supervisor of mechanics






Telecommunication installers






Electronic repair






Security and alarm installation






Automotive repair






Mechanics










Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports and Media Occupations






The historic city of Charleston has a lot in the form of arts and entertainment. A field that demands an annual mean wage of $42,480, the most popular jobs in this sector are:






Art directors






Graphic designers






Interior designers






Public relations specialists






Technical writers






Photographers






Charleston, South Carolina has a thriving real estate market, and several job opportunities for the bright, educated individual that is willing to work in the hustle and bustle of the city.


Find Your New Home In Charleston


If you are looking to make a move to Charleston for your career, or just ready to search for a different home in the city, search our Charleston Real Estate MLS With over 4000 listings, choose from any neighborhood you like, including, Downtown Charleston, Mount Pleasant and James Island Real Estate, just to name a few.nbsp;
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    <pubDate>Tue, 29 Dec 2015 15:28:00 -0500</pubDate>
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        <author>keadle@thekeadlegroup.com (Lee and Katherine Keadle)</author>
        <title>5 Tips for Finding the Right Real Estate Agent</title>
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The rightnbsp;Charleston real estate agent will make the process of buying or selling a home as simple and stress-free as possible. But finding an agent that fits the bill can be a challenge. Itrsquo;s not quite as simple as hiring the first agent you meet. Here are some tips to help you find the right real estate agent for you.






Choose an Agent with the Right Credentials






Most real estate agents specialize in a particular area, which can be advantageous for you as a buyer or seller. Look for an agent that has the right credentials for your particular situation. Some of the most common designations real estate agents have include:






SRES ndash; Also known as Seniors Real Estate Specialist. These agents have completed specialized training geared towards helping sellers and buyers who are 50 years of age or older.






CRS ndash; Also known as Certified Residential Specialist. These agents have undergone additional training in residential real estate.






ABR ndash; Also known as Accredited Buyerrsquo;s Representative. These agents have additional training in representing buyers in real estate transactions.






If yoursquo;re selling a home, ask the agent if any past properties here she has sold are similar to yours in location, price and features. Itrsquo;s best to work with someone who specializes in the type of real estate yoursquo;re selling.






Talk to Former Clients






Talking to an agentrsquo;s former clients is one of the best ways to gauge the quality of service the agent provides. Ask for a list of homes that the agent has sold within the last 12 months as well as reviews from former clients on third party websites such as Facebook or Google.


When speaking with clients who purchased homes, find out what the asking price of the home was, and what the final sales price was. Create a list of questions beforehand, so you can get a complete picture of the agentrsquo;s service quality.






Check the Agentrsquo;s Listings






Browse through the agentrsquo;s listings online. Check both the real estate agencyrsquo;s website and Realtor.com (or a similar property aggregator site).


Remember, most buyers start searching for homes online, so you want to choose an agent that can use this tool effectively. One of the key factors to lure in buyers is to create an attractive online listing for your home.


If yoursquo;re a buyer, you can check to see if any of the agentrsquo;s listings are similar to the type of property you want to buy.


Also, an agent with a fair amount of listings will indicate that he or she has a healthy business. On the other hand, you may want to avoid agents with an overwhelming number of listings as he or she may not be able to provide you with the individual attention you deserve.






Look for an Agent with Experience and Accomplishments






Experience and accomplishments are also important. Find out how long the agent has been in business and whether he or she has earned any awards. You can find out how long the agent has been selling real estate by checking with the state licensing authority, or asking the agent directly.


Also, agents who have won the ldquo;Realtor of the Yearrdquo; may provide you with superior service. This award is given by local or state branches of the NAR, and all candidates are judged by their peers.






Think Local






One important thing that buyers and sellers tend to overlook is the location of the agent. Ideally, you want to work with an agent who is local and familiar with the area. These agents will know and understand the local market, which means he or she will be able to help you buy or sell a home quickly and efficiently.


Find Your Charleston Real Estate Agent with The Keadle Group


If you are ready to find your perfect home, search our Charleston Real Estate MLS, and let our agents work with you to find the perfect match for your budget and needs. We specialize in many different neighborhoods of Charleston, including Mount Pleasant, Johns Island and James Island Real Estate.nbsp;
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    <pubDate>Fri, 18 Dec 2015 10:56:00 -0500</pubDate>
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        <author>keadle@thekeadlegroup.com (Lee and Katherine Keadle)</author>
        <title>4 Reasons Why Charleston Has a Small Town Feel</title>
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When on the lookout for Charleston Real Estate, you may be looking for something the appeal of a smaller town. While the peninsula may not have a small town feel, there are several areas in Charleston that are not only charming, but provide you with the small town feel that you normally find in the country. Heres why:






Charleston Has a Low Crime Rate






Walking around any big city will have you grabbing onto your purse and feeling generally unsafe. Charleston is a little different because the city is very safe, with a violent crime ratio of 1000:2.39.


Locals are proud of their city and its history, and there is so much to do beyond going to the beach or one of the many parks in the area.






Charleston is Friendly






Small towns have a good vibe because people are polite, friendly and always have a smile on their face. Charleston was named one of the friendliest cities in America by Travel + Leisure, while also being voted the most polite and hospitable city in the country by Southern Living Magazine.


Charleston offers the politeness that you normally find a small town, and the quality of life is very high in the city.


The weather is beautiful, and the crime rate is low. Charleston in general is a great place to live, and the small town feel is even more evident when you talked to strangers on the street, or people wave to you that you donrsquo;t even know.






Charlestonsnbsp;Population is Small (Compared to Other Major Cities)






Living in New York or Dallas means that yoursquo;re in a big city with millions of people. While Charleston is the second biggest city in all of South Carolina, the population as of 2013 was just 128,000 people.


Yoursquo;ll find life in the city with entertainment, restaurants and a variety of other activities to enjoy, but the population is rather small, leaving you feeling more comfortable and confident within the city.






Charleston Has a Unique Mix of Architecture






You can get lost in Charleston, and take a trip back in time. The French Quarter is very popular, and the architecture in the area is unique. Founded in 1670, yoursquo;ll find many old architectural styles in the city, such as:






Greek Revival






Queen Anne






Georgian






Federal






Italianate






Beautiful in every way, millions of people visit the city just to take in the sights of the beautiful architecture. When you want to feel alone, simply go to the beach and relax in the beautiful sand with the ocean waves crashing behind you.


Charleston Real Estate is Perfect For You


With so many beautiful neighborhoods and some of the most distinguished architecture in the world, its easy to seenbsp;why Charleston should be your next home. From James Island Real Estate to Summerville suburban living, our Charleston Real Estate MLS has over 4000 listings that feature every neighborhood, to help you find your perfectnbsp;home.nbsp;
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    <pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2015 16:36:00 -0500</pubDate>
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