Living in Aiken, SC: A Local's Horse Country Guide

Aiken is the part of the CSRA with a character all its own. About half an hour across the river in South Carolina, it is known nationally as horse country, and it pairs that equestrian heritage with a charming historic downtown and a distinct, unhurried Southern feel. It is a different flavor from t

Living in North Augusta, SC: A Local's Neighborhood Guide

North Augusta is the easiest way to live in South Carolina and still be in Augusta in five minutes. It sits directly across the Savannah River in Aiken County, and its riverfront has been through a genuine revival in recent years. I am licensed on both sides of the river, so this is a market I know

Living in Appling, GA: A Local's Lake and Country Guide

Appling is where Columbia County trades sidewalks for shoreline. It sits in the northern, rural part of the county near Clarks Hill Lake, and it is the place I point buyers who want land, quiet, and in many cases the water. It is a different lifestyle from the suburbs, and for the right buyer it is

Living in Harlem, GA: A Local's Small-Town Guide

Harlem is the CSRA's answer to the buyer who wants a little breathing room and more home for the money without leaving Columbia County. It sits on the county's west side, a genuine small town with its own downtown, and it has become a favorite for families and Fort Gordon commuters who want a slower