Its time for PW''s

During the summer months there is nothing better in the evenings than a special treat of ice cream. In Rock Hill one of our favorite spots to take the family for a sweet treat is PW’s ice cream located on Herlong Avenue about 1/2 mile from Piedmont Medical Center. PW’s features homemade ice cream in a number of flavors, but they have many specialties that you don’t find in many places. My family in particular loves the Concrete which is a delicious concoction of ice cream with special items such as Oreo cookies, Butterfinger, Snickers, M&Ms and so forth mixed in. The ice creams are killer with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream scooped in at the end to keep in nice and thick. Their specialty sundaes feature a number of items sure to please any craving. Don’t forget their ice cream cakes which are to die for if you are looking for an extra special birthday cake or cake to celebrate a special occasion. PW’s is a popular gathering place for families and friends to gather on a nice summer evening or even after a ballgame. Be sure and check out this sweet treat soon. It is worth every decatant calorie.

The Shoppes at Rivers Edge , Rock Hill , SC

What a wonderfulnew concept that is coming to Rock Hill! On Friday, June 25, come experience the grand opening of The Shoppes @ River’s Edge which is sure to bring much excitement to the area. This extraordinary new shopping experience is housed at the old Tinsley’s Furniture location and features a multi-vendor concept featuring home decor, antiques, jewelry, sports memorabilia and so much more. Drenner Tinsley is bringing this shopping concept, which is similar to the Black Lion, to the heart of Rock Hill which is sure to satisfy those that love to shop, browse and search for those unique items. There will be a ribbon cutting on Friday with lots of fun surprises and plenty of time for shoppers to explore this wonderful new shopping experience where you can shop from many vendors all under one roof. Drenner is quickly adding vendors each day and should end up with approximately 70 vendors who will make their wares available for purchase. So many wonderful and one of a kind finds that are waiting to be discovered so be sure to come by on Friday and check out The Shoppes @ River’s Edge.

1393 Spring View Court

Wonderful home for 1st time home buyer or as a downsizer! This 3 bedroom and 2 bath home is absolutely adorable and you will find the floor plan perfect for utilizing the space and making this home super functional. Located near the hospital and medical complexes, this home is all about location and a must see home. Spacious interior complete with a yard that is relaxing and tranquil and offers a great place to unwind at the end of the day on the patio or in the spa! Be sure and check out this charmer today at The Guilliams Team as it won't last long at $139,500.

Lake Wylie Living at Sunset Pointe

If you are looking for paradise right here in Rock Hill then look no further than the neighborhood of Sunset Pointe. Sunset Pointe is located on the banks of Lake Wylie and offers a neighborhood that is soothing, scenic and social. Sunset Pointe has beautifully constructed homes that range in size from 2000 sq ft up to 4000 sq ft with prices starting in the low $200s. The neighborhood has the feel of being outside of the hussle and bussle of Rock Hill, however, you are only minutes away from I 77, with a short commute to Charlotte , NC not to mention shopping, grocery stores, the hospital and a number of schools. This is a quiet and close knit neighborhoods where the residents take pleasure in enjoying the outdoors and the many amenities including a neighborhood pool and beach area. If you are looking for a unique living experience contact The Guilliams Team today.

Power in The Net

I continue to be amazed at the power of the internet and so much of our business is generated by our use of the latest technologies. February ended up being a record month for The Guilliams Team for the number of searches done on our website for potential buyers. The internet is a strong tool and we strongly recommend that if folks are not comfortable or familiar with it you need to get that way because it is the future and the future is here. Not too long ago if folks were looking for a home they would contact a realtor and spend hours at a time driving around looking at neighborhoods and homes. Today people are so busy and they don't have the time or the desire to drive around looking. Buyers are savvy and they use the internet to help them narrow down their searches. Once they have a few properties they contact their realtor to preview homes. We work with our buyers as well to understand what is important to them in their home search so that we can research additional properties, but many times the search is narrowed down by the time we go and preview homes. The internet is a wonderful and remarkable tool and give The Guilliams Team a call today and let us help you better understand the power at your fingertips.

Call Us For Your Relocations

It is amazing the number of people that continue to relocate to our area with their jobs and to get closer to their family. Many folks relocating to the area are trying to figure out where to live which is typical of anyone moving to a new area. When looking to purchase a home folks should consider distance to work, schools, convenience to many amenities such as shopping, restaurants, hospitals and proximity to interstates. Many newcomers coming to the area will try to figure out on their own even though they don't know much about the area. Since the purchase of a home is one of the largest purchases a person will make it is important to make the right decision. This is where the expertise of a Realtor can be your best bet. Find a fulltime Realtor that is familiar with the area, knows the housing market, knows the available inventory and can even help with referrals to lenders and mortgage companies. We have helped a number of people from all over the country and we have even assisted with several international relocations. It would be our pleasure to meet with you and understand the needs of you and your family and be part of helping you find your perfect home. Give The Guilliams Team a call today.

Time To Get Off The Fence

If you think you are ready to become a homeowner ask yourself the following questions.

1. Have you researched the market? Knowing what homes are selling for in the area can help you determine how much you should plan to spend.

2. Do you have sufficient savings to cover down payment and closing costs? Expect to have 3% - 20% of the sale price in the bank to cover your down payment, plus another 2% - 7% to cover closing costs.

3. Do you know how much home you can afford? A mortgage payment should not exceed 25% of yur gross monthly earnings. A home that sucks up more than a quarter of your income may lead to financial difficulties.

4. Is your credit report accurate? Inaccuracies on a credit report can cost you higher interest rates. Request your credit report from all three nationwide credit bureaus and report mistakes immediately.

If you answered yes to all these questions - you're ready to consider buying!

Let The Guilliams Team help you find your dream home today!

Walmart - Love it or Hate It

I have to be truthful and admit that I love Target and try to do all I can to stay out of Wal-Mart or sentimentally...Wally World. Having said that though there is a new Wal-Mart SuperCenter that was built in Rock Hill out towards the Newport area. On a number of occasions I would find myself driving by refusing to switch my loyalty from Target so I would just keep driving. Finally after hearing rave reviews about the new store I couldn't stay away any longer. As much as I can't believe I am saying this I really liked this store (having a hard time with love and Wal-Mart in the same sentence). The new store concept is more upscale feeling with a more sleek appearing store, wide aisles and much better visual merchandising of product. I really found myself enjoying the experience of going from aisle to aisle and I can't count the number of friends I ran into during my shopping experience. The grocery area was tremendous and I do find I like the Wal-Mart grocery section better than the Target SuperCenters I have experienced. The one thing that remains true are the prices that Wal-Mart is able to offer on groceries, housewares, clothes and so much more. If you have not checked out this particular store I urge you to do so. This part of Rock Hill will greatly benefit from having this Wal-Mart and all the other stores and restaurants that it will anchor. Watch the growth because it is coming and not something we should try to avoid and fight because given the economy today it is wonderful to see growth and more job opportunities for people. Wal-Mart is working hard to change their image and in these newer stores the changes are evident and the shopping experience truly is a pleasure. The entire shopping area is very attractive and neighbors in the surrounding communities such as Miller Pond, Silver Lakes and Pennington Meadows should be thrilled to have such a great new neighbor.