Home Buying & Mortgage Blog

Simple, helpful articles to guide you through the home
buying and mortgage process in South Carolina.

Helping Your Child Buy a House in SC | What Parents Should Know

Jeremy Chapman

Published on: 09/11/2026

Five ways South Carolina parents can help a child buy their first home — gift funds, co-signing, buying it yourself — and the one mistake that counts as mortgage fraud.

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Appraisal Changes November 2026 | What SC Buyers & Sellers Need to Know

Jeremy Chapman

Published on: 20/08/2026

New appraisal rules take effect November 2, 2026. Here's what UAD 3.6 means for South Carolina buyers and sellers — longer timelines, more documentation, and how to prepare.

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Can You Buy a Home Before You PCS to South Carolina? (VA Loan Guide)

Jeremy Chapman

Published on: 05/08/2026

PCSing to a South Carolina base? Here’s how to buy a home with your VA loan — even before you arrive — from a lender with 20+ years in SC.

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Is It Better to Rent or Buy in South Carolina in 2026? An Honest Answer

Jeremy Chapman

Published on: 29/07/2026

A straight-talking look at whether it’s smarter to rent or buy in South Carolina right now — including when renting actually is the better move. From a lender with 20+ years in SC.

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