Around Charleston
1 - $220m Facility Creating 300 Jobs - SHL Medical recently opened a 360,000 sqft manufacturing facility in North Charleston. READ MORE
2 - Indoor Pickleball Coming To N. Charleston - 40,000sqft PickleRage with 13 CushionX courts opening in Q3 2025 on Ashley Phosphate. READ MORE
3 - Emma Navarro Eliminated in Quarterfinals - The local tennis player lost in straight sets to Anna Anisimova. The semifinals are today, with the final being played Sunday, April 6th. MATCH STATS
Historic Home of the Week
61 Tradd Street - The Motte Harvey House is a c.1736, South of Broad Charleston Single. Recent renovations perfectly balanced the preservation of the historic character while updating the necessary areas.
4 Bed | 4.5 Bath | 4465 sqft | $6,650,000
Dockside Residents Getting Belongings
📅 TIMELINE AT A GLANCE
Feb 26: Emergency evacuation ordered (48-hour notice)
Mar 27: Belongings retrieval plan approved
Apr 14: Move-out process begins
Jun 30: Expected completion
🏗️ SAFETY CONCERNS
Building deemed structurally unsafe after professional assessment
Risk of "punching shear failure" identified by engineers
Similar issue caused fatal Florida condo collapse
No warning signs before potential failure
📦 MOVE-OUT DETAILS
All 112 units to be cleared over 11 weeks
Process: 2 units moving + 2 units packing each day
Order: Starting from the top floor, working down
Access: Both service and residential elevators available
⚠️ IMPORTANT REQUIREMENTS
Specific move date assigned to each unit
Residents are responsible for hiring and paying movers
All entrants must sign liability waivers
Movers must show proof of insurance
🔮 WHAT'S NEXT
Further structural assessment once the building is lighter
Determination if repairs are possible
Timeline and responsibility for potential repairs are still unknown
Updates will be provided as available
Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina Set for Major Sale
📌 Quick Facts:
Seller: American Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: AFG)
Property: Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina (Mount Pleasant, SC)
Expected Closing: Q2 or Q3 of 2025
🔑 What's Included in the Sale?
🏨 Two full-service hotels
⛵ 459-slip marina
🍽️ Full-service restaurant
🛍️ Retail store
🌴 Premium resort amenities
📅 Deal Timeline
60-day Due Diligence Period: Buyers may terminate within this period.
Closing Target: Mid-to-late 2025, assuming conditions are met.
💰 Financial Impact
Projected Gain: Approx. $100 million (after taxes)
Impact per Share: Around $1.20/share for AFG investors
173 Paddle Boat Way, Summerville, SC 29485
3 beds | 2 baths | 1490 sqft
$375,000
Welcome to 173 Paddle Boat Way, a better-than-new construction home in the heart of Summers Corner! Built in 2024, this single-story property has already been thoughtfully upgraded—saving you time, money, and hassle compared to new construction. Inside, you'll find 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms across a functional open-concept layout. The kitchen features a spacious island, walk-in pantry, and eat-in dining area, flowing seamlessly into the main living space—ideal for entertaining or everyday living. This home stands out with valuable upgrades already in place: blinds installed throughout, an upgraded garbage disposal, 6'' gutters, and a whole-house water filtration system. The 2-car garage also includes an opener and has been recently finished for added convenience. Situated on a private lot that backs up to wetlands, you'll enjoy peaceful views and no rear neighbors. Located in a vibrant community with walking trails and green space, this home is move-in ready and waiting for you.
Question: How do I get my home as the featured listing?
Answer: Email Bill ([email protected]) and ask!
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Members of our community need help
I spoke with one of the dockside owners, and he informed me that they are having a hard time getting some lawyers to return their calls, or after a first call, they are ghosted. If you are or know of any lawyers that they could talk to, please reply to this email and I will connect you.
In addition, I was informed that while some of the owners are more well off than others, some are really struggling and could end up losing a lot. I am working on a way to rally our community to assist. If you have any ideas, please let me know. Should we start a go-fund-me? Do you know any movers that would sign the waiver and assist?
Please let me know,
Bill
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