Folks..... to say anything more about the state of the economy is pointless.....and we certainly are seeing the effects down here in Hilton Head. The real estate market is still pretty flat, but frankly we've been working hard and are still helping our clients buy and sell homes every month. We are seeing some areas where prices are already starting back up and still others where no sales are happening, so prices will probably still move down.

I have repeated to friends, clients and associates, this "crazy" environment has lots of similarities to a time not that long ago......it was about two and half years ago when standing in line at the Coligny Bi-lo I overheard the checkout girl telling another associate she was buying an investment property.....I listened a bit more and found out she was buying into one of the apartment conversions where the developer was paying for the first year's condo fees....now looking back it is clear to see when everyone is talking about buying an "investment" property, that it was probably a good time to sell......now fast forward to October 10, 2008, everyone is talking about what they will have to sell to live.....I mean young and old together think it's the end of the world....the same level of "nuttiness" is showing itself at the opposite end of the spectrum......   now I'm not here to say the bell for the bottom is ringing, but I will be happy to bet anyone who reads this post a dinner  that in 15 months, the Hilton Head and Bluffton market will have recovered and be seeing some nice gains.... I know those who want instant gratification will think that's not soon enough, but like any other investment worth making, a long term perspective is what the smart money looks at.

Please feel free to call me, Sean Ryan, to take me up on the bet, or to find out more about some awesome opportunities. There are some fantastic deals, foreclosures, short sales, and just plain motivated sellers. Now more than ever it's important to have a Realtor who is looking out for your best interests, please let us work for you.