Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning can happen within a matter of minutes and is responsible for more deaths than any other single poison. Becoming educated about carbon monoxide poisoning can …

Whether buying or selling a home, preparation can have a meaningful impact on the transaction. For buyers: • Get financially prepared before you shop. Buyers who need financing should …

When people think about the real estate market, they naturally focus on homes that are currently for sale or those that have recently sold. Those properties certainly provide valuable information, …

As the Lowcountry continues to grow, so do the opportunities and challenges facing the region. Jasper County was recently recognized as the fastest-growing county in the nation, while Beaufort County …

As students head back to school, drivers should expect more buses, pedestrians and bicyclists on the road. Here are some back-to-school driving safety tips. Think of the morning craziness when …

July is known for hot days with afternoon showers, and so far we haven’t noticed as many showers as expected. We have seen a fair share of dry spots appearing in lawns because of heat stress, and …

Sometimes dogs can respond in two dramatically different ways with their owners. If you’re trying to analyze what’s going on in a dog’s brain, in some cases you can absolutely figure it …

As the cost of housing, insurance, and home maintenance continues to rise, many local families, veterans, seniors, and individuals living on limited incomes are struggling to keep up with critical …

A few weeks ago, a case of Tim Tam cookies was delivered to our doorstep, sent by our former neighbor, Miss Jean. When we bought our first house on Hilton Head back in 2002, we were the first …

Every year around now, I start thinking about hurricane season. In 2016, during Hurricane Matthew, two feet of floodwater surged into my family’s longtime island home. Toxic mold soon coated …

As we move deeper into 2026, one clear trend is shaping residential real estate transactions across the Lowcountry: financing is back in the driver’s seat. More than 50 percent of real estate deals …

With somewhat warmer weather and longer days approaching, now is a good time to take on long-neglected projects like spring cleaning, home repairs and yard work. As you take care of these projects, …

The Coastal Discovery Museum, a Smithsonian Affiliate, will host its annual Spring Native Plant Sale on Saturday, March 28, from 10 am to 1 pm. The sale will offer more than 115 native plant …

I realized most people are just winging life. They don’t have a plan. They are gambling on a wish and letting the day happen to them, over and over again. There’s a large difference between …

For three weeks now, the Nancy Guthrie case has captured the nation’s attention. These types of events also cause many to question their own safety and security. Many moved to Bluffton to avoid …

Most homeowners compare contractor quotes the same way they compare gas prices. They line them up, circle the lowest number, and hope for the best. That’s fine if you want to end up stressed, over …

As colder weather sets in, demand for space heaters increases. Nearly half of all home heating fires occur during December, January and February. Space heaters are economical, easy to use and a …

In the Lowcountry real estate market, timing is often discussed in seasons—but that framework can be misleading. While spring is commonly viewed as the ideal moment to buy or sell, market data and …

Across the Lowcountry of South Carolina, the real estate market is seeing an increase in available inventory, with listings up roughly 25% through August, compared to the same time last year. While …

The Town of Bluffton, in partnership with Clemson University Extension, has confirmed the presence of yellow-legged hornet nests in several locations around Bluffton, including one near the …