The Charleston Real Estate Connection: Recent Episodes
Nia Joy Swinton-Jenkins
Connecting you with Charleston area real estate, people and experiences! Welcome to Nia Joy's podcast where she is connecting her listeners to all things Charleston, Real Estate, People & Experiences! You can expect tips, lifestyle and interviews with those connected to the Charleston, SC and surrounding areas. Let's get connected!
CREC EP 34 The "New" Interest Rates. Nia Joy briefly discusses current real estate news in the Charleston area - New Grocery Stores and goes over what current rates are looking like, how to shop your interest rate, how rate buy downs generally work and things to consider when moving, selling and buying real estate. Leave your comments and questions and Nia Joy will continue this discussion in upcoming episodes.
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CREC EP 35 Homebuyer FAQ Mortgage Info & Insurance. Nia Joy speaks with Hilary Jacobsen of Total Quality Insurance and Ashley Hass of Atlantic Coast Mortgage about a few things that are concerns and questions for today's homebuyers.
On the mortgage side, buyers want to know about:
1. Today's Mortgage Rates
2. How their credit will affect the home purchase
3. What to expect with Closing Costs.
For Home Owner's Insurance (HOI), buyers want to:
1. Better understand the current spike in HOI and know
2. Why is there such a difference between the Replacement Cost (rebuild cost) vs. the Purchase Price of the home.
For more information about homebuying, mortgages and insurance, reach out to Nia Joy, Ashley or Hilary for more information and mention where you learned about us. Looking forward to working with you!
Ashley Hass
Ashley Hass
Loan Officer
Atlantic Coast Mortgage
Phone: 703-766-6725
Email: ahass@acmllc.com
Website: acmllc.com/ashley-hass
Hilary Jacobson
Insurance Advisor
Total Quality Insurance
Phone: 843-666-0250
Email: Hilary@totalqualityinsurance.com
Website: www.mytqi.com
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Charleston Real Estate Connection Podcast - Episode 33 Home Buying Myths Ashley Rawlings Tabor Mortgage. Curious about the home buying process, this current market and how you can get started with your next steps. Listen to what Ashley has to say about today's market, explanations about how you are pre-approved and common myths about the home buying process, especially loan related misconceptions. Reach out to Ashley or me to get started.
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Contact Ashley, today!
Ashley Rawlings
Mortgage Loan Originator
NMLS # 1957571
MOBILE (434) 944-4501 TEL (843) 408-4386
FAX (843) 315-3522
ashley@tabormortgage.com
2000 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, Suite 2020, Charleston, SC 29407
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Charleston Real Estate Connection Podcast - Episode 32 Finding A Home in a Low Inventory Market Buyer Tip. Nia Joy shares an example of how you find a home in a low inventory market and it is often overlooked! This example will help avoid multiple offers and alleviate some stress when looking for a property. In this 2021 real estate market, sometimes you have to get creative!! For more tips like this follow Nia Joy on YouTube @ CharlestonIsAmazing.com. Have a question for her? Reach out 843-494-8318 or Nia@soldbynia.com.
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Charleston Real Estate Connection Podcast - Episode 31 Why Not DIY? ToolBox Divas with Timisha Porcher. Nia Joy gets to know one of the most interesting people! Get to know more about where she is from: Awendaw, SC; growing up in Charleston and how she shares her passion. A true DIYer turned influencer. Timisha Porcher started ToolBox Divas after being the help she needed when doing at home projects. Don't let the name of her tribe fool you, Tinisha helps men and women by providing tips and videos on DIY projects. For the best insight on the ToolBox Diva Nation, check out Tinisha and her fans on her website, YouTube, Instagram and Facebook, below:
Website: https://toolboxdivas.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ToolboxdivasNation
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ToolBoxDivas
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1495985660707888
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toolboxdivas/
TickTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@toolboxdivas
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Charleston Real Estate Connection Podcast - Episode 30 Jamie Richardson, The Palmetto Insurance Group Charleston, SC: Nia Joy interviews Jamie Richardson of Palmetto Insurance Group and talks home owners insurance. His expertise has helped hundreds of families. Jamie discusses how he helps serve his clients and tells us his business love story and his connection to Charleston. Have questions about insurance? Jamie can help! He is one of Nia's trusted vendors and has been an excellent resource to her clients. To reach Jamie, check out his contact information, below.
Jamie Richardson
Agency Owner
Palmetto Group Insurance, LLC
4000 Faber Place Drive, Ste. 300-Charleston,SC 29405
Office (843)323-4360 or Office Cell (803)360-8069
http://www.palmettogroupinsurance.com/
https://www.facebook.com/palmettogroupinsurance/
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CREC Podcast Ep 29 - Creating a Home for the Homeless with Denise Tolbert. Denise Tolbert is on a mission to end homeless in the Charleston area. Hear her story and how you can join her on this humanitarian effort.
To volunteer, donate, or support this endeavor, go to: www.TheVillageofSC.org.
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CREC Podcast Ep 28 - Changing Brokerages. Nia Joy takes you on a ride...literally a car ride chatting about her recent announcement changing brokerages. Nothing deep or profound...it's her perspective: Mindset of where she was as a new realtor, why she changed brokerages, what you can expect in the near future and all kinds of optimism about the real estate market and what's to come. Want to connect with Nia Joy, connect with her at info@charlestonreconnection.com. Facebook, Instagram @niajoy_realtor, Clubhouse Nia Swinton-Jenkins @niajoy_realtor. Let's connect!
843-494-8318
www.soldbynia.com
Nia Swinton-Jenkins
Your GoalDen Realtor
Carolina One Real Estate
1023 E Montague Avenue
North Charleston, SC 29405
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CREC Podcast Ep 27 - Charleston's Got Talent with Nina Nesbitt. Nia Joy has the opportunity to meet Nina Nesbitt of Industry Direct Model & Placement, LLC. She is the founder and CEO, where she specializing in connection talent with the industry's best in television, advertisement and fashion. She has been in business over 30 years and is a well sought out placement manager in the Southeast. Known for her diversity in multi-cultural talent pool, Nina is trains and grooms some of the world's finest and many happen to reside in the Charleston, SC area. In this episode, learn about how Think you have what it takes? Reach out to Nina, today!
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Watch this interview on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/GIr7ypF3WvA
To reach out to Nina, check out her contact information below.
Nina Nesbitt - Founder/CEO
INDUSTRY DIRECT MODEL & TALENT PLACEMENT, LLC
Scouting, Development, Marketing and Placement
8887 Old University Blvd #216
North Charleston, SC 29406
843-225-1834 - Charleston Office
Your Ticket to the World of Fashion & Entertainment
INTERNATIONAL MODEL & TALENT ASSOCIATION DIRECTOR
IDMTplacement@gmail.comwww.INDUSTRYDIRECTMODELS.COM
www.IMTA.com
Facebook - Industry Direct Models
Twitter - Industry_Directmodels
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Ep 26 - Art of Bounce Jump Castles with Brandon Wright. Nia Joy observes the set up of a jump castle at the Nexton Amphitheatre while Brandon Wright and his crew set up a "dry" jump castle for children to enjoy during the concert. Prior to the event, they arrive early, set up with their equipment and clean the jump castle for the second time since its last use. Nia Joy then sits down with Brandon after the set up to learn more about him, why he started the business, his native background to Charleston and his growth mindset. This unique episode is one of many to come where Nia Joy translates the audience from on site to the interview with the local Charleston business owner! Book them for your next youth event, family event or company, family-friendly event!
Art of Bounce Jump Castles
Brandon Wright
Phone: 843-906-6513
Website: www.facebook.com/aobjump/
Email: aobjumpcastles@gmail.com
Book today for year round fun!
Ask about the Movie Mania screen for your next backyard movie party!
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www.CharlestonIsAMAZING.com
Time stamps:
00:24 Summary of this episode show
01:07 Video Montage
03:34 Viewing and description of how jump castles are cleaned
04:43 Interview with Brandon begins
05:25 Brandon Wright's connection to Charleston SC
08:25 His business love story
16:35 Goals and Growth Mindset with Brandon Wright
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Ep 25 - Charleston Real Estate Market Update & Highlighting our Previous Guests. Nia Joy discusses the July Charleston Real Estate Market and Celebrates the first 25 episodes of the podcast by highlighting all of her previous guests! You can check out previous episodes on the podcast: www.CharlestonREconnection.com and subscribe where you enjoy listening to your favorite podcast platforms including iTunes, Soundcloud, Google Podcasts and so many more! Don't miss an episode, subscribe today!
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Charleston is AMAZING!
Here are some of our previous guests/episodes:
Ep 4 - Tamara York, Assests Assured Financial Services
Ep 5 - Michelle Summers, Your Signature Hall & Events
Ep 6 - Tamara Green, Renewal Rehabilitation Center
Ep 7 - Diandra Dellucci, Photographer
Ep 9 - Councilman Ron, North Charleston District 4
Ep 10 - Dr. Jessica Berry, Speech Pathologist, Author
Ep 11 - Jim Duffy, Atlantic Coast Mortgage
Ep 13 - Paul Tippets, Founder HomeGate Real Estate
Ep 14 - Dion Foulks, Charlotte NC Realtor
Ep 15 - Brent Suttles, Sr., Suttles Law Firm
Ep 17 - Adam Richardson, PGR Home Inspections
Ep 19 - Bo Taylor, Fitness Trainer
Ep 21 - Melissa Dugal, Tampa FL Realtor
Ep 22 - Lorraine Smalls & Antwan Smalls, My Three Sons of Charleston Restaurant
Ep 23 - Laquantis Chevis, Stepping Stones Services LLC
Ep 24 - Nia Hartsfield, Hard Candy Womens Self Defense Organization
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Ep 24 - Self Defense in the Lowcountry with Nia Hartsfield, Hard Candy Women's Self Defense Organization. Nia Joy sits down with Navy veteran, founder and instructor Nia Hartsfield. "It's time to change the statistics!" Nia discusses her connection to Charleston, SC, why she started the organization and tips on defending yourself and your loved ones. Her organization offers group and one on one sessions.
You can learn more about upcoming classes and seminars or join the discussion on their Facebook page or group:
Website: www.hardcandyselfdefense.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HARDCANDYSELFDEFENSEORG
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Watch the interview here: https://youtu.be/ZHgPfdtRxcQ
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CREC Episode 23 - Write and Earn more income with Laquantis Chevis of Stepping Stones Services. Nia Joy has the opportunity to chat with school Teacher, Laquantis about her business and how she helps people with getting their ideas from their mind to the paper or digital world. She has a passion for teaching and it shows not only with her students, where she actually birthed the idea for her business.
Stepping Stones Services was created to help those seeking a better life to build the empire they desire to have. Be it through publishing books, creating content and curriculum for their business or students, or creating a dropshipping store to sell products that they love. Laquantis is the CEO and founder of Stepping Stones Services. She is a certified educator with a Bachelor’s degree in Middle School Math, a Master’ degree in Curriculum, Instruction and Assessments, and an Educational Specialist degree in Educational Leadership. She has successfully published and sold two (2) books, along with a successful dropshipping store (Abundance Healthy Living). She is ready to work with you to help you build the empire you desire to have.
If you are struggling with where to start? How to produce digital products, or need a consultant, check out her website and services for a free download or schedule a discovery call online, today!
Laquantis Chevis
Stepping Stones Services
Website: https://www.steppingstonesservices.org
Email: consulting@steppingstonesservices.org
Subscribe to our Podcast and YouTube Channel: Watch this episode on our channel:
https://youtu.be/YQVQgNuUOlU
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Ep 22 - My 3 Sons of Charleston - (Gullah Cuisine & Soul Food) with Lorraine Smalls, Restaurateur. Nia Joy sits down with Owner, Chef and Army veteran Lorraine Smalls and her eldest son Antwan Smalls, also a veteran. Learn more about Lorraine and her story on how she started cooking and grew into a business, while building a legacy with her sons. She was featured in Southern Living Magazine this year and commended for her cooking and restaurant in Charleston Gullah Cuisine and Soul Food. Her comfort food ranges from seafood to popular southern dishes like shrimp and gravy, collard greens, macaroni and cheese and her favorite, breakfast meals. Her Charleston upbringing, military career and local mentor helped to shape her passion for cooking. The restaurant, My 3 Sons is the only soul food eatery in Charleston that has a drive through. Although they have a dining room, during these times, their drive through is hailed for its conveniences and access to their delicious food! Check out their website and place an order today! You won't be disappointed.
My 3 Sons of Charleston
Address: 5237 Dorchester Road, Charleston, SC 29418
Place orders via phone
Phone: 843-202-0189
View Menu:
Website: https://app.upserve.com/s/my-three-sons-north-charleston
Facebook: @MYTSOC2014
https://www.facebook.com/MTSOC2014/?__tn__=%2Cd%2CP-R&eid=ARBofVl6x0fQ_STKERyjYfoCy86rXxsPjIxntzByloXfT8mbJL1FEk7Ab3Oni0l8mAVItZRUprz1ZBc4#
Article in Southern Living Magazine
https://www.southernliving.com/travel/my-three-sons-is-the-soul-food-restaurant-you-dont-want-to-miss-on-your-next-trip-to-charleston
Feature of Antwan Smalls:
https://charlestongrit.com/hidden-fb-antwan-smalls
Watch this interview on our YouTube Channel:
https://youtu.be/id6xw1j4kuE
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Ep 21 - Charleston, SC vs Tampa, FL with Melissa Dugal, Realtor Piney Woods Realty
Nia Joy interviews one of her FL referral partners, Tampa area realtor, Melissa Dugal of Piney Woods Realty. In comparison to Charleston, SC, Melissa discusses median sales and rental prices, weather, things to do, why people move to Tampa, what they enjoy and more. Ready to move to Tampa, FL or ready to move from Tampa to Charleston, SC? Together, Nia and Melissa can make your move a great experience! Reach out to either Melissa or Nia today to get moving on your real estate goals! Mention this episode of the podcast!
To reach Melissa Dugal, Realtor - Tampa, FL: www.mdugalrealtor.com
To reach Nia Swinton-Jenkins, Realtor - Charleston, SC: www.soldbynia.com
As a seasoned real estate professional, Melissa understands that buying or selling a home is more than just a transaction: it’s a life-changing experience. That’s why she is dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized service for all of my clients. Melissa takes great pride in the relationships that she builds and always works relentlessly on the client’s behalf to help them achieve their real estate goals. Her philosophy is simple: Clients come first. She pledges to be in constant communication with my clients, keeping them fully informed throughout the entire buying or selling process. Melissa believes that if you’re not left with an amazing experience, then she hasn’t done her job. She doesn't measure success through achievements or awards but through the satisfaction of her clients.
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Ep 20 - Buying and Selling in Charleston During COVID-19: What to Expect. Nia Joy explains reasons people are still selling and buying during this time. What is a credit Re-score? Whether you are relocating to Charleston, thinking of upsizing or downsizing, consider the factor and stay up to date with pre-cautions. If you would like to get a list of prefered vendors and lenders, want to know how much your home could sell for or any other home improvement/real estate questions, reach out to Nia and her team at 843-494-8318 or SoldByNiaJoy@gmail.com
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Ep 18 - Working from Home with Kids at Home with Nia Joy. For a first hand, intimate experience, Nia Joy shares her joy and frustration and love for being able to interact with her children more. This quick episode is a fun and genuine look of Nia at home with her children since being home with them during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Ep 19 - Bo Knows Fitness and Nexton with Bo Taylor. Nia Joy interviews personal trainer and Community Outreach Coordinator, Bo Taylor. With a background in fitness, Bo does personal training for clients that want an edge on their fitness routine. Learn more about how Bo's passion for fitness began, a great tip for flatter tummy and how you can connect with him and begin some virtual training or start a plan of action.
When he is not working out or with clients, Bo engages with the community within the Nexton Community where he meets those looking to move into the Summerville area (Berkeley County) where there is plenty of new homes, things to do and many stores/restaurants to enjoy. From bike paths/trails, food truck and concerts, you can enjoy so much in Nexton. Bo also engages with realtors that bring clients to the area and serves as a Broker Outreach Coordinator.
To connect with Bo Know Fitness, got to his website and connect with him on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn for daily motivation and tips! Tell him that Nia sent you!
IG:
@Boknowsfitness
@Boknowsnexton
https://www.boknowsfitness.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/botaylorknows/
If you are interested in learning more about the Nexton Community, reach out to Bo with your questions via his contact information, below. Tell him that Nia sent you!
Bo Taylor
Community Representative, Nexton
106 Greeting House Road
Summerville, SC 29486
Main: 843.900.3200
Direct: 843.970.9392
www.nexton.com
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Ep 17 - Do I REALLY need a Home Inspection? With Adam Richardson, PGR Home Inspections. Whether you are considering new construction, fixer-upper, newly renovated, or even selling your home, you will really want to listen to this episode! Adam explains how home inspections can help you know more about a property, a couple of areas that you need to maintain in your home and some other great advice.
Let us know what you think!
Check out the video of this Episode & Subscribe to the YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/NDZVMCfTFUY
To get a home inspection or pre-listing inspection, contact PGR Home Inspections, today!
Let them know that Nia sent you!
Like their Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/PGRHomeInspections/
Follow them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pgr_home_inspections/
"Attic To Crawl & Wall To Wall!"
843-789-0653
Adam@pgrhomeinspections.com
www.PGRHomeInspections.com
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Ep 16 - At Home with Kids during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Educators Reflections', Encouragement & Advice. This weekend, Nia Joy had the pleasure of speaking with Pricilla Johnson, M.Ed and Sakinah Riley, M.Ed about distance learning or e-learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Parents and caregivers are working from home or planning for the next days for their families while trying make sure their children can still maintain some levels of academic learning. Ms. Johnson and Ms. Riley give information about what teachers and administrators are expecting from parents and its not what you think. They give tips and details about helping your children with their work and let parents know how they are there to help support you. Ultimately, they send a message of encouragement so that parents know that they can give their child what they need and still help them learn concepts. This is a learning experience for teachers and administrators as well.
Ms. Johnson is an assistant principal at Sand Hill Elementary School in Dorchester District Two, SC. Ms Riley is an English Language Arts teacher at an Early College Program in Rowan County, SC.
To watch this episode on YouTube, go to: https://youtu.be/L4d9n7xpUvs
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Ep 15 - Close the Deal: Settle with Suttles Law Firm with Brent Suttles, Attorney Charleston SC. Nia Joy interviews Brent Suttles, Sr, real estate attorney as he discusses his connection to Charleston SC, the importance of details with the real estate contract, adding names to the title at purchase, how his team provides concierge services and how they can help make sure you have a great real estate closing when buying and selling properties. The Suttles Law Firm serves SC real estate needs as well as estate planning.
For more real estate law questions and how they can help, reach out to Brent and his team, client@suttleslaw.com. Stay connected with Brent and Suttles Law Firm and LIKE their Facebook page!
To watch the YouTube video of this episode, go to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EyJQDbsEhdY
For more real estate law questions and how they can help, reach out to Brent and his team, client@suttleslaw.com. Like their Facebook page.
To listen to this podcast and other episodes, go to www.charlestonREconnection.com
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Ep - 14 Moving from Charleston SC to Charlotte NC or vice versa with Dion Foulks, Realtor. Nia Joy interviews your Charlotte Real Estate Expert/Realtor, Dion and gets to learn more about how he became a realtor, median sales price, major industries in Charlotte and more! If you are looking to move to Charlotte from Charleston or Charlotte to Charleston, this is a good view to begin that journey! Dion and Nia are looking forward to helping you reach your real estate goals.
To reach Dion, let him know you saw this video or heard the podcast:
dioncanhelp@gmail.com, 704-904-9441 or connect with him on Facebook.
To reach Nia, let her know you saw this video or heard the podcast:
niajoy.me@gmail.com, 843-494-8318, or connect with her on Facebook, LinkedIn or Instagram @1Niajoy
To watch the YouTube video of this interview:
https://youtu.be/uFzt9Gd8CRI
To listen to this podcast episode, go to: www.CharlestonREconnection.com
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Episode 13 - At Home with Paul Tippets, Founder, HomeGate Real Estate. Nia Joy sits down with Paul to get to know more about him, his connection to Charleston, how and why he started HomeGate Real Estate and more about who he is. You'll get to meet a local CEO and hear how he evolved in Real Estate.
To learn more about the company, start a brokerage in your market or how to become an agent/realtor with HomeGate, visit, www.JoinHomeGate.com for more information or reach out to Nia Joy for more information.
To view this podcast on YouTube go to the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxLIEenc138
To listen to more podcast episodes, go to www.CharlestonREconnection.com
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You can email her at CharlestonREconectionPodcast@gmail.com
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Ep 12 - Market Update, COVID-19 (Conora Virus) and What's next?
February Market Update | COVID-19 | What's Next? with Nia Joy | Charleston, SC + Columbia, SC. Nia Joy sits down with a Facebook live audience discussing the February Real Estate Market Update, COVID-19 in our area and What's Next? Nia Joy lists what people are grateful for based on her post question.
Charleston home sales jumped in February before coronavirus spread to SC: https://www.postandcourier.com/business/real_estate/charleston-home-sales-jumped-in-february-before-coronavirus-spread-to/article_9dea317e-5ff9-11ea-8f15-f763461fd01a.html
To watch this episode on YouTube, go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7QSOdCYnoio&t=1430s
Connect with Nia on
Facebook & LinkedIn: Nia Swinton-Jenkins or GoalDen Spaces
Instagram: @1Niajoy | @GoalDenSpaces | @CharlestonREconnectionPodcast
To listen to this episode and other episodes, go to:
www.CharlestonREconnection.com
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Ep 11 - Short and Long Term Real Estate Investing with Jim Duffy | Charleston SC | Columbia SC. Nia Joy converses with Jim Duffy of Atlantic Coast Mortgage. Jim is a Producing Branch Manager so not only does he lead a top producing team, he is also a mortgage broker that is active with clients. Jim explains that investing in real estate can be done in different ways with the help of different options and products to serve your needs.
Nia works with Jim to help more people close on their real estate goals.
Read more about this topic in the following referenced article:
http://financeonthefrontline.com/multiple-streams-investment-property/
If you would like to speak with Jim about how you can invest in real estate, reach out to him via his contact information below:
Jim Duffy
Loan Officer
C: 843-735-0865
O: 843-535-8417
jduffy@acmllc.com
AtlanticCoastMortgage.com
Click here to get pre-qualified: https://apply.acmllc.com/#/journey?referrerId=jduffy%40acmllc.com
Follow Jim on his Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/JimDuffyatAtlanticCoast/
To listen to this podcast on iTunes, Soundcloud and other Podcast hosts, got to our website: www.charlestonREconnection.com
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Ep 10 - The Little Gullah Geechee Book with Dr. Jessica Berry. In celebration of our 10th episode, what better way to celebrate than with an amazing Charleston native and talented renaissance woman. Nia Joy gets to chat with Dr. Jessica Berry about the Gullah Geechee language and culture, her new book and more things you probably did not know about as well as several misconceptions. You will enjoy this episode and our special guest's energy!
Dr. Jessica Berry is a Gullah Geechee native of Huger, South Carolina. She is a nationally certified speech-language pathologist. She completed her Bachelors’ degree at Winthrop University and her Master’s degree at South Carolina State University in Speech Pathology and Audiology. Her doctoral studies were completed at Louisiana State University in Communication Disorders with a minor in Linguistics and focused child language with emphasis on the grammar of children with Gullah Geechee heritage.
Dr. Berry is a university professor, researcher, and child language expert who enjoys educating others about modern Gullah Geechee culture and language. Inspired by her experiences as a Gullah Geechee speaker navigating the complex and negative classroom experience, she has devoted her career to advocating for the recognition, celebration, and inclusion of Gullah Geechee in mainstream culture. Dr. Berry’s favorite saying is, “Gullah Geechee been ya, een gwine nowhere.”
Purchase a copy of her new book, The Little Gullah Geechee Book on Amazon, here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0578644029/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1
Follow Dr. Berry:
Instagram: @iamjessicaberry | @thegeecheescholar
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gCUIqGYID7s
Video Intro to The Little Gullah Geechee Book: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M3eAmfQ8rAU
Gullah Geechee Switch Coding: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G3p2F9A1ktU
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Ep 9 CREC Conversing with Councilman Ron - North Charleston District 4. Nia Joy sits down with Councilman Ron Brinson of the City of North Charleston's District 4. As we get to know more about Ron, his background and some great information about the city. To reach Ron, you can email him directly via at Rbrin@aol.com.
More links:
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND DISTRICTS and the Council District Map
https://www.northcharleston.org/government/city-council/city-council-members-and-districts/
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Charleston Real Estate Connection Podcast Episode 8 - Market Update Charleston Columbia National Trends.
Nia Joy reviews a few of the top cities in the nation to watch as attractive cities that people are moving two. She reviews the median sales prices of these two cites and why they are so attractive to those moving to the area and those that love living there!
Check out the article that Nia Joy references:
Here Are 2020's Top Real Estate Markets: Affordable Alternatives to Megapricey CitiesBy Cicely Wedgeworth and Clare Trapasso | Dec 12, 2019
https://www.realtor.com/news/trends/for-2020-top-real-estate-markets/
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Ep 7 - The 4 P's with Diandra Dellucci: Charleston Photographer and Artist. Diandra Dellucci is a modern renaissance woman and is a rising figure in the area with her photography. Hear her business love story, philosophy and about her Her clients include a wide range needs based on her passion for photographing the 4 P's: People, Places, Products and Pets. Diandra has a photogenic gift for these areas expression. As a full-time photographer, she is attentive, professional and inspiring. If you or your business is looking to brand, re-brand or you are looking to get wedding or event(s) photography, family portraits, head shots, pet photos or photos of the city or of your home (real estate photography) or commercial business, reach out to her to schedule your session! Check out her contact information and portfolio, below.
Diandra Dellucci
Diandra Dellucci Photography
Website: www.diandradphotos.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/diandradphotos
Email: info@diandradphotos.com
Phone: 843-303-5433
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Ep 6 - Below the Skirt & Living Out Loud with Tamara Green Renewal Rehabilitation Center. In this episode, Nia Joy gets to know Tamara Green, physical therapist and Charleston Native. Tamara explains her stance of "Below the Skirt & Living Out Loud, what that means as well as the importance of specializing in pelvic floor therapy in women [as well as men] and her upcoming event March 28, 2020 (see details, below). From discomfort due to endometriosis and incontinence to leakage and sexual discomfort, there is a way to be non-invasively treated. Although she is not specifically limited to this specialty, Tamara is one of only a few practitioners in the area specializing in pelvic floor therapy in the Charleston, SC area. To connect with her, see her weekly live videos on her FB page, or schedule an appointment via pay as you go or most insurances including Tricare, please see the links below:
Website: http://www.renewalrc.com
Email: contact@renewalrc.com
Phone: 843-638-5122
5502 Memorial Blvd, Unit 2
St. George SC 29477
For Goose Creek address, please call the office. Will be available February 2020.
Facebook Live: Wednesdays @ 7 AM - open to women and men
http://www.facebook.com/renewalrc/
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Ep 5 - The Floral Engineer: Michelle Summers of Your Signature Hall and Events. Owner, designer, event planner, wedding coordinator: The Floral Engineer - Michelle Summers is a visionary that began her career as an engineer and is now helping people bring their dream events, like weddings, parties, corporate events, etc. to LIFE! There is nothing ordinary about the work that Michelle and her team produces. Join Nia Joy as she explores Michelle's business love story, upcoming events and the GRAND OPENING of her new venue Your Signature Hall and Events in Charleston, SC!
The venue will be hosting several MAJOR events this year including
The Floral Encounter hosted by David Tutera, March 2020
The venue includes a ballroom, two meeting rooms and so much more read more below.
If you are looking to book this venue or request coordination connect with Michelle and her team, reach out to them via:
https://www.yoursignaturehall.com/
843.830.0490
info@yoursignaturehall.com
359-A Treeland Drive
Ladson, SC 29456
Connect on Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/yoursignaturehall/
https://www.instagram.com/your_signature_hall/
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Buying a Home with Tax Refund, Student Loans & Negative Accounts with Tamara York. In this episode, Nia Joy is interviewing Tamara York, Mortgage Loan Originator with Asset Assured Financial Services. Tamara is a Charleston native a seasoned business owner prior to working in the mortgage industry. She gives great tips, advice and squashes some myths about buying a home with your income tax refund, getting a mortgage with student loans and having negative accounts and still buying a home.
To reach Tamara, here is her contact information and let her know that Nia Joy sent you!
Tamara York
Mortgage Loan Originator
NMLS#: 1779122
Phone: 843-804-7976
Email: tyork.aafs@gmail.com
Assets Assured Financial Services, LLC
110-B South Cedar St.
Summerville, SC 29483
Fax: 866.706.0968
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TYassetsassured/
To complete a full loan application go to:
https://www.blink.mortgage/app/signup/p/assetassuredfinservicesllc/tamarayork
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Selling Your Home, Land or Rental: Tips & Tools. [Seller's Guidebook with Nia Joy Swinton-Jenkins]. Nia Joy reviews tips and tools based on her free Seller's Guidebook. She also gives 25 ways sellers and FSBO customers can sell their home for more and faster based on ways she markets listings.
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Buying or Investing in Real Estate: Tips & Tools. In this episode of the The Charleston Real Estate Connection, Nia Joy is discussing real estate news, economic outlook for the Charleston and Columbia areas, Celebrity Home for sale and most importantly tips, tools, great information that buyers and investors can use as found in The Homebuyer's Guidebook that she discusses.
To get a free download of The Homebuyer's Guidebook, download it here:
https://soldbynia.com/homebuyerguide/
Economic outlook for the Charleston area via Post & Courier:
https://www.postandcourier.com/business/real_estate/charleston-in-top-us-cities-poised-for-economic-growth-in/article_28f41c06-1ddf-11ea-8a4b-6be86904c1ab.html
Dr. Phil/Family Home for Sale:
https://www.latimes.com/business/real-estate/story/2020-01-02/guns-bears-and-bizarre-designs-dr-phils-strange-beverly-hills-home-comes-to-market
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Ep 1 - About the Charleston Real Estate Connection (CREC). In the very first episode, Nia Joy explains what listeners can expect to hear during an episode, including, format, style and frequency. She also gives a brief bio, her connection to Charleston and helps you to answer whether you should get your real estate license. If you listen to the end, there is a project that Nia Joy shares as well as a special dedication of the first podcast.
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