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Welcome to the Real Estate Newsletter (8/25/2010). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: eRealEstatePro.com.

Real Estate News

A rotten outlook on real estate
Everywhere you look, nationwide and in the Philadelphia region, July was rotten for real estate – that’s one thing on which the economists and the statistics agree. (More)

New home sales tumble to record low in July (Reuters)
Reuters – New single-family home sales unexpectedly fell in July to set their slowest pace on record while prices were the lowest in more than 6-1/2 years, government data showed on Wednesday. (More)

Mortgage applications rise 4.9 pct on low rates (AP)
AP – A trade group says mortgage applications rose 4.9 percent last week as more borrowers refinanced at the lowest rates in decades. (More)

Low prices and rates can’t slow fall in home sales
Read more: National , Economy , Consumer , Home Sales Fall , Housing Crisis , Economic Recovery , Financial Crisis , National Association of Realtors WASHINGTON a ‘ Home prices in many parts of the country scream bargain, and mortgage rates haven’t been this low for decades. (More)

Existing home sales fall to 15 year low
Sales of previously owned U.S. homes dropped in July to their lowest pace in 15 years, implying further loss of momentum in the economic recovery. (More)

Real Estate Articles

Property for Sale- Adopting the Right Selling Tactics
The world economy has recovered from the recession. However the major economy like US is still facing slow recovery and unemployment problems. Moreover real estate sentiment is still in cautious and a… (More)

The Pros and Cons of Non Recourse Loans
The Pros and Cons of Non Recourse Loans There are no shortages of decisions to be made when it comes to real estate investment. Aside from all the purchasing aspects to be considered, there is the ve… (More)

Ought to You Have to Manage Your Property Manager?
Ought to You Have to Manage Your Property Manager? I’ve written a lot concerning the importance of taking the time up front to prescreen your property manager to search out one who has s… (More)

Home Prices Rise For Second Continuous Quarter
Although the fate of the economy and housing market are still uncertain, home prices rose in May for the second straight month. The news from Standard & Poor’s/Case-Shiller 20-city home price index shows a 1.3 percent increase in May from April. The federal tax incentives are being sited for the uptick in home values. (More)

Make the Most Out of Your Real Estate Agent
How to avoid common real estate agents complaints? We all are well aware of the fact that many things could go wrong while dealing with a Realtor, which is why this comprehensive list will aid you in finding the most suitable agent for your needs and luckily eliminate all common causes of complaints. (More)

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Welcome to the Real Estate Newsletter (8/18/2010). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: eRealEstatePro.com.

Real Estate News

The Historic Malcolm Forbes Jackson Hole Ranch for Sale
Aug 17th 2010 at 1:01PM Eighty-five acres of Malcolm Forbes ’s historic ranch have been listed for $12 million. (More)

Air Transat pilots could strike Oct. 1
Pilots at Air Transat, the charter airline unit of Montreal-based holiday travel giant Transat A.T. Inc., said Tuesday they have voted 97 per cent in favour of a strike if a “fair and equitable” collective agreement is not reached soon with management.They would be in a legal strike position Oct. (More)

Realtors: Uncertainty Rules Mass. Housing Market
The Massachusetts Association of Realtors ‘ Realtor Market Index was down for the second straight month in July. (More)

Summary Box: Execs say gov’t must back mortgages (AP)
AP – GOVERNMENT ROLE: Banking executives overwhelmingly told the Obama administration Tuesday that the government should maintain a large role in the $11 trillion mortgage market. (More)

Why You Should Purchase A Home In A Declining Market
Okay, don’t laugh at me, I am not one of those Realtors who says buy, buy buy!! I want to give you a few really good reasons why purchasing a home in today’s declining real estate markets makes long term financial sense.Why You Should Purchase A Home In A Declining Market (More)

Real Estate Articles

Wildwood NJ Realtors
In terms of selling and buying of real estate properties, it is always best to consult or get the services of one of the experts in this field so that you are properly guided and well assisted on your needs. If you are planning to purchase one of the properties in Wildwood New Jersey then it is therefore highly recommended to employ the services of Wildwood, NJ realtors who are well experienced and have more comprehensive information about homes and properties in this place. (More)

Real Estate Seminars – Furnishing Viable Insights About Property Options
Real estate seminars are the ideal ways to earn immensely in a property business. With their substantial and useful insight about the most desired and useful factors about real estate market as well as the property options available, we can acquire huge benefits in the property investments without actually having to own any property. (More)

Urban Blends with Rustic in the Community of North Lake
The beautiful, scenic North Lake community is a vibrant part of Georgetown, Texas real estate that is made up of an expanse of forested one-acre home sites that feature a diverse array of elegant home… (More)

Changes That Will Affect Your Monthly Payment
Changes That Will Affect Your Monthly Payment As the industry changes, so do the rules. I can’t imagine that anyone is every completely satisfied with anything that we have done in this world so far… (More)

Real Estate Value Estimator – Before You Buy Or Sell You Need an Estimate
Using a real estate value estimator to estimate the value of your home is essential to selling your house fast or before buying a property. There are two free ways to get a real estate value estimate and this article will explain both ways and why you need to know the value of your property. (More)

Sell and Rent Back to Lower Mortgage Rates
Paying high mortgage rates is a situation which people would not want to find themselves into. With the current unfavorable trend in the economy, most would find themselves securing a mortgage in their mid-twenties without much concerned. Until they eventually realize that they experiencing extreme financial hardships which could potentially cripple them financially. (More)

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Welcome to the Real Estate Newsletter (8/9/2010). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: eRealEstatePro.com.

Real Estate News

Freddie Mac says needs $1.8 billion from taxpayers (Reuters)
Reuters – Mortgage finance giant Freddie Mac on Monday said it would need another $1.8 billion in aid from taxpayers, bringing its total request since it was taken over by the government two years ago to more than $64 billion. (More)

Trend Of U.S. Mortgages ‘Underwater’ Drops: Zillow
A smaller percentage of U.S. homeowners were saddled with “underwater mortgages” in the second quarter as more homes entered the foreclosure process even as price declines slowed, real estate website Zillow.com said on Monday. (More)

Prudential names Five Star Real Estate Agents
Prudential One Realty Centre agents were among the 2010 Five Star Real Estate Agents selected for the St. (More)

Stimulus bill helped some far more than others (McClatchy Newspapers)
McClatchy Newspapers – WASHINGTON — In February 2009, the United States had fallen into what many economists called the deepest economic slowdown since the Great Depression. The housing bubble had burst, unemployment was nearing its highest level in almost three decades and the once-freewheeling banking sector had turned tightfisted. (More)

Real Estate Articles

What Came From Your State?
If you are a fellow Tennessean you know that all kinds of interesting and useful things were invented in Tennessee. For instance cotton candy, the Dempster dumpster the atomic bomb, miniature golf, mountain dew and the first self-service grocery store. That is quite an impressive list. (More)

Panama Real Estate – Five Reasons to Consider Panama Now
Of course we all know that the state of the world economy is in terrible turmoil. To many, the thought of picking up and moving to a new country is scary in the best of times. In the worst of times it may seem inconceivable to pick up and go forth on a new adventure, but for those willing to consider it, Panama has a lot to offer. (More)

Aventura Real Estate
If you are looking for a great place to live in Florida, look no further than Aventura. This is a city that has everything, including every kind of housing you may want. When it comes to Aventura real estate, you can find everything from single family homes, to condos and much more. (More)

Add more life with in house plants
Ecological awareness can start at home. A simple plant at home can have a calming effect on you. Tending for plants is a part of healing too. When a plant flowers it is almost like an achievement. If … (More)

Looking At The Details Of Purchasing New Or Resale Homes
Purchasers encounter the matter of whether to zero in on new property that has never been “road tested”or stick with an older home that may or may not be better built. Certainly there are plen… (More)

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Dear eRealEstatePro.com Readers,

Welcome to the Real Estate Newsletter (7/31/2010). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: eRealEstatePro.com.

Real Estate News

Michigan voters search for economic savior (AP)
AP – Michigan voters frustrated over lost jobs, home foreclosures and budget deficits will vote in Tuesday’s primary election for leaders they hope can move the state out of its economic morass. (More)

Realtor attacked in brazen daytime robbery
A trusting real estate agent got more than he bargained for when he tried to help a stranger. (More)

Most actively traded companies on the TSX, TSX Venture Exchange markets
Some of the most active companies traded Friday on the Toronto Stock Exchange and the TSX Venture Exchange: Toronto Stock Exchange : Osisko Mining Corp. (More)

Increase in FHA Mortgage Insurance Premiums Passes in House (CQPolitics.com)
CQPolitics.com – The House passed legislation Friday to give the Federal Housing Administration flexibility to raise mortgage insurance premiums on the loans it guarantees. (More)

Fannie Mae portfolio grows, delinquencies decline (Reuters)
Reuters – Fannie Mae expanded its mortgage portfolio in June, while the rate of late payments on loans it guarantees fell in May to the lowest level this year, the largest U.S. home loan purchaser said on Friday. (More)

Real Estate Articles

Getting the Best Real Estate Agent
Are you looking to find a new apartment? A great way to find an apartment with good deals is to hire an agent to help you find what you want. Agents can help you find deals you may not have found on your own. (More)

Make a good profit and sell your house online
If you are looking to sell your house, the most probable thing is that you are looking to make the best of it and get as much money as you can. And most certainly, one of the best ways to achieve thi… (More)

Market Conditions in the Houston Area For June 2010
The Houston Association of Realtors (HAR) recently released the real estate sales figures for the Houston area. The results of HAR’s report varied region-to-region, with some northeast Houston areas experiencing increased sales while others showed a decrease. (More)

Real Estate Deals – Details
When it comes to real estate property details, most of the investors would be searching for several methods to sort out the deals without having to worry about credit and financial issues. All most all the transactions are subjected to real estate deals. Basically subject to real-estate deals are regarded as the best method to purchase or buy real estate properties through leaving existing mortgage of seller in its place. (More)

Here Is Why Sensible Investors Are Buying Up Raw land Like Crazy – And Why You Must Too
Because of the Real Estate Crash, and the ripple effects of a slow economy that most of us are still feeling, many people are parting with prime land that may have been in their family for generations… (More)

Which New Technologies Provide Quick ROI for Multifamily?
Advancements in real estate-related technology continue to hit the market for multifamily owners and operators. Some of these new property management and accounting “bells and whistles” come i… (More)

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Dear eRealEstatePro.com Readers,

Welcome to the Real Estate Newsletter (7/24/2010). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: eRealEstatePro.com.

Real Estate News

Market rallies on strong earnings
A flurry of strong earnings reports renewed Wall Street’s optimism in the recovery, even as new data Thursday showed homes sales sinking and claims for jobless benefits rising. (More)

Will your home remodel pay off?
Remodeling certain areas of a single-family house is an excellent way for homeowners to add increased functionality and beauty to a property at someone else’s expense. (More)

Fitch, S&P place AmeriCredit on rating watch (AP)
AP – Ratings companies Fitch Ratings and Standard & Poor’s placed AmeriCredit Corp. on rating watches Friday, one day after General Motors said it would acquire the subprime auto lender. (More)

Smart Moves For Logan Utah Home Buyers
How to be a smart Logan UT home buyer, save a down payment, and secure the needed financing to secure a great home at a great price. Smart Moves For Logan Utah Home Buyers (More)

Summary Box: GM buys auto financing company (AP)
AP – THE DEAL: General Motors Co. is buying AmeriCredit Corp. for $3.5 billion to make more lease deals and gain more access to subprime customers, crucial areas where GM wants to grow. (More)

Real Estate Articles

Tips on Buying Short Sale Homes
Short sale happens when a buyer could not pay the mortgage loan on the property, and the lender decides to sell the property at a moderate loss. To assist you in finding a property, get a real estate… (More)

Promotional Items For Realtors
Real estate agents or brokers are people who serve as connection officer between clients and vendors. They deal mostly with real estate assets. In United Kingdom, these people are tasked to promote real estate properties in behalf of their buyers. Real estate properties may relate to a piece of land where advancements like buildings and other immovable matters are in it. (More)

There Are Five Amazing Lighting Methods That Would Assist You to Market Your House
It is good to have a look at some neglected areas that may make your home appear more attractive to prospective buyers. Lighting effects is but one of those aspects which can easily and cheaply be added, replaced, or repaired and may provide your ann arbor condos a needed gain in a competitive market. (More)

How Can Mortgage Brokers Help You
Are you planning to buy a new home? You will need a huge amount of money to invest in it. Ideally you should approach a mortgage broker. A mortgage broker is an agent who will provide you with a loan and will compare all the home loan options on the market for you. (More)

Mexico Real Estate – Favorite Choice for US Investors
Many real estate investors burnt their fingers in the U.S. subprime crisis. While few economists do believe that U.S. property market is on its way to recovery, no one is really waiting with bated breath. The fact is that people are too wary of investing in U.S. real estate any time soon. (More)

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Dear eRealEstatePro.com Readers,

Welcome to the Real Estate Newsletter (7/17/2010). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: eRealEstatePro.com.

Real Estate News

NABOR: Inventory of homes for sale in Naples hits a three-year low
Name of Realtor selling the home: Janette A Engelhardt Name of agency Realtor is with: John R. Wood REALTORS Square footage: 2,419 No. (More)

Cecil Fielder mansion deal is done
The sale of Brevard County’s largest home has been completed, and the new owners are considering breaking up the 5-acre estate. (More)

Competition watchdog, realtors face off in court this April
Melanie Aitken, Commissioner of the bureau, filed an application with the tribunal in February in which she referred to CREA’s practices as anti-competitive. Garry Marr, Financial Post A Friday, Jul. (More)

Sellers Can Be A Royal Pain In A Buyer’s Market
Realtors who complain about their clients need to check themselves. Sellers who complain or are hard to work with is the reason we get paid so much. Deal with it!Sellers Can Be A Royal Pain In A Buyera s Market (More)

ALL BUSINESS: What companies do in a tough economy (AP)
AP – A burrito company known for super-sized stuffed tortillas goes small. A chocolatier turns to cheaper pick-me-ups rather than expensive indulgences. A furniture retailer expands in the midst of the housing market bust. (More)

PersonalFinance: The lure of low mortgage rates (Reuters)
Reuters – Three straight weeks of record low mortgage interest rates has spurred another refi boom. That’s understandable: The idea of locking in 4.5 percent for 30 years is really tempting. (More)

Real Estate Articles

Apartments In Petaluma That Have Style And Class
Many different areas of the world are livable and comfortable for people to raise a family in, but Petaluma as a whole and some of the best apartments in Petaluma should and will catch your eye as a p… (More)

Choosing the Right Neighbourhood is Critical in Home Buying
Naturally, choosing the perfect neighbourhood is critical factor in any house purchase, and buyers are showing rising interest in communities that support healthy, sustainable living. This concern is leading to neighbourhood designs that incorporate green spaces, reduce the amount of local traffic and institute streamlined garbage and recycling collection. (More)

Independent Chartered Surveyors and Their Services
The chartered surveyors conduct survey on a property so that they can assess its value. If you are planning to sell a house, you should hire a chartered surveyor to assess the value so that you can sell at the right price. (More)

Real Estate With Rent to Own Option
The lease agreement with an option to purchase is the excellent opportunity for both the landlords and the tenants to maximize their benefits. The lease option agreement, which is also known as the Rent-to-own-Agreement is a legal agreement indicating the tenant’s right to purchase the landlord’s property at some specified future date. (More)

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Welcome to the Real Estate Newsletter (7/10/2010). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: eRealEstatePro.com.

Real Estate News

Distressed NJ office tower to trade hands
Grubb & Ellis is scheduled to complete the sale of a Wayne, N.J. office tower that has been on the market after being handed back to the bank nearly two years ago. (More)

International buyers: Are they bouying the US housing market?
International sales for US residential properties saw a slight uptick this year over last. (More)

General Growth asks court to approve new loan
General Growth Properties Inc wants to replace its $400 million loan, issued last year to ensure the company could operate through bankruptcy, with one that would save it $2.7 million a month in interest payments. (More)

When Will Houses Appreciate? Not Until Supply Bloat Clears (Investor’s Business Daily)
Investor’s Business Daily – The supply of homes for sale threatens to back up due to expiration of a federal tax credit for homebuyers. That could push out the day that homeowners will see properties consistently appreciate again. And it could further dash homebuilding. (More)

Summary Box: Mortgage rates sink to 4.57 pct (AP)
AP – RATES SET NEW LOW: Freddie Mac said Thursday the average rate for 30-year fixed loans dropped to 4.57 percent this week, the lowest on records dating back to 1971. That’s down from the previous record of 4.58 percent set last week. (More)

Real Estate Articles

Frequently Asked Conveyancing Questions
As one of the most important parts of the moving process, it’s important to understand conveyancing to ensure you don’t get stressed out by it too much. It’s really not that complicated once you understand the basics. (More)

How to Find the Best Real Estate Brokerage Firm For Your Needs
The problem here isn’t whether to use a real estate broker, but to understand how to pick the right one for your needs. You could go about real estate transactions without one, but it’s wiser to find one to make the transactions easier. (More)

Real Estate Agreements and Forms – What You Need to Know About Them
Any transaction in real estate is carried out and made legal only with the filling in and signing of forms by the parties involved in the deal. Without a proper and valid form, no real estate transaction is deemed lawfully accepted. (More)

Top 10 Most Common Miscues in Real Estate Investment
If you are seriously planning to engage in Canadian real estate investment, chances are you are going to make at least one mistake. However, this is not necessarily a bad thing. For those who have log… (More)

Some Helpful Tips First Time Home-Buyers Can Use
It’s a long journey to get to eventually buying a home. Some people only become conscious of the journey when they’re at the point of shopping for a home and moving towards closing. Probably because t… (More)

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Dear eRealEstatePro.com Readers,

Welcome to the Real Estate Newsletter (7/3/2010). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: eRealEstatePro.com.

Real Estate News

Finding gold in them thar foreclosures (AP)
AP – If we’re going to search for gold in the wreckage of the mortgage crisis, then 6:57 a.m. in front of 1009 W. Juanita Ave. is as good a time and place as any to start. (More)

Pitco real estate sales up 22% through June
Though real estate sales showed signs of improvement through the first half of 2010, realtors remained cautiously optimistic about what the future holds. (More)

Intrigue surrounds mall foreclosure
Mount Berry Square mall. The foreclosure sale of the Mount Berry Square is expected to draw some interest on the steps of the Floyd County courthouse next Tuesday but it remains to be determined if that interest will translate in a sale. (More)

Lawsuit Keeps Square Footage Off Home Listings
Due to a lawsuit, Bowman vs. Presley, realtors are opting out and not posting square footage stats to protect the real estate industry. (More)

Experts Talk ISM, Pending Home Sales, Jobless Claims (BusinessWeek)
BusinessWeek – Businessweek.com compiles comments from Wall Street economists and strategists on the key economic and market topics of July 1. (More)

Real Estate Articles

Residential And Commercial Property, Indian Realty Companies, India Property Market
The Real Estate in India today is increasing at an unexpected pace with all aspects to obtain, vend, and rent Properties In India explored and improved to make full use of the lucrative policies. This… (More)

Property Courses – Which Property Investment Study Course is Right For Me?
With many property courses available and many property gurus, it can be overwhelming for any new property investor to choose which study program will suit them test. Learn about what a property investment study course should include. (More)

Is the Housing Market on Its Way to Recovering?
According to a recent USA Today article, the The Standard & Poor’s/Case-Shiller 20-city home price index rose by a national average of 0.8% over the month of April. Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you can guess that President Obama’s $8000 tax credit for first time home buyers was an influencing factor. (More)

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Dear eRealEstatePro.com Readers,

Welcome to the Real Estate Newsletter (6/26/2010). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: eRealEstatePro.com.

Real Estate News

Real estate agent runs in Ward 3 Georgina
Becky Rundle. The longtime Georgina resident is running in the Oct. 25 municipal election. (More)

Tools used by Realtors on endangered list
Keller Williams Realtor Tricia Hughes stays in contact with clients via mobile device: ‘The thing that has not changed is that real estate is a people business.’ When John Daugherty, Realtors agent Jan Schenck entered real estate just over two decades ago, computers were beginning to replace the weekly listing “picture books.” Printers were … (More)

Summary Box: KB Home 2nd-quarter results (AP)
AP – SMALLER LOSS: KB Home trimmed its fiscal second-quarter loss from a year ago, when the homebuilder recorded nearly $50 million in charges related to land and other assets. It didn’t book any such charges this time. (More)

KB Home loss wider than expected (Reuters)
Reuters – KB Home , the fifth-largest U.S. homebuilder, reported a wider-than-expected quarterly loss on Friday as pressure on home prices offset the company’s first rise in home deliveries in three and a half years. (More)

Real Estate Articles

Private Lending Time Wasters and the Real Estate Wanna-be
My brother, who is a doctor, had a patient that claimed to be very, very, very interested in what I do as a Real Estate Investor. The guy was not successful financially and said he wanted to change hi… (More)

Why Realtors Really Work Well
There are a lot of people putting their homes on the market who are going to have to make the decision to use a realtor or not. This article explains why realtors can make a valid contribution to the sale price of your home. (More)

Arizona Real Estate Questions – Personal Property Or Fixture?
“Fixtures” and “Personal Property” are often terms that are confusing for those purchasing real estate in Arizona. It’s quite common for buyers to ask material and important questions … (More)

The Home That Perfectly Fits
In life there are always big decisions that we need to make. Buying a home is just one of those decisions that will really need to be thought about carefully and wisely. Having a family will also make… (More)

Home Auction Checklist of the Savvy Seller and Buyer
For the savvy homeowner, the selling activity is always an exciting and rewarding experience. However, there will be instances where things will not turn out the way you expect them to be. There are simply a lot of variables that are beyond your control. The moment you put your home on the selling block, the length of time of your stay on the market will also be measured, until your home is finally sold. (More)

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Welcome to the Real Estate Newsletter (6/19/2010). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: eRealEstatePro.com.

Real Estate News

Vornado Realty said to bid for servicer CW Financial
A winner for New York-based CW Financial may be selected in the next week, said the person, who asked not to be named because the bidding hasn’t been made public. (More)

Realtors elated over arrests in mortgage fraud crackdown in Ventura County
Real estate professionals expressed gratification Friday in the wake of the arrest of 13 people accused of mortgage fraud in connection with a government crackdown. (More)

US Senate candidate Rubio faces Fla. foreclosure (AP)
AP – Republican U.S. Senate candidate Marco Rubio and another Miami politician are facing foreclosure on a Tallahassee home they co-own for failing to make mortgage payments since January, Leon County court records show. (More)

Calif. sales, median prices in May vs. year ago (AP)
AP – Home sales, median prices in May compared to a year ago in selected California counties: (More)

39 Oregon defendants in US mortgage fraud probe (AP)
AP – A nationwide crackdown on mortgage fraud — dubbed “Operation Stolen Dreams” — includes 39 defendants and 140 properties in Oregon. (More)

Real Estate Articles

The Business of Real Estate – Remember to Love It
How lucky are we? We, all that are included within a Real Estate transaction are contributing to one of, if not the most, important transaction that the clients we work with will ever experience. (More)

Ways to Succeed in Real Estate
To succeed in real estate, you must consider some issues. Prior to entering into any deal, always remember to check and counter check every single detail to avoid surprises in the future. (More)

6 Reasons Why Myrtle Beach is a Great Place to Live In
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is located in Horry County, South Carolina. It is situated near the Myrtle Beach Metropolitan Area and beach towns that makes it not only good as a tourist destination spot but also a great place to live in. (More)

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