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Biggest Mistakes People Make When Moving to Columbia South Carolina

By Brandon Garon • October 11, 2025
A boots-on-the-ground guide to living in Columbia, SC — housing, property taxes (primary vs secondary), groceries, gas and the hidden costs new arrivals often miss.
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Is Living in Columbia SC REALLY Affordable?

By Brandon Garon • September 28, 2025
A boots-on-the-ground guide to living in Columbia, SC — housing, property taxes (primary vs secondary), groceries, gas and the hidden costs new arrivals often miss.
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COLUMBIA South Carolina LUXURY Neighborhoods | Luxury SC Real Estate

By Brandon Garon • September 13, 2020
A 2025 guide to Columbia, SC’s most exclusive neighborhoods — from Lake Murray estates in Spence Plantation and Panorama Point to in-town enclaves like Heathwood. Market metrics, prices, and lifestyle perks.
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YOUR RELOCATION GUIDE BUNDLE

We’re excited to share your relocation guide bundle — it’s designed to help you get a feel for the area and enjoy exploring at your own pace. After doing hundreds of tours, we’ve learned that most people prefer driving around on their own schedule once they find neighborhoods they like. That freedom lets you discover the area naturally, without feeling tied to our calendar. I tell people it is best to fall in love with an area and then a home!


That said, don’t hesitate to text or email us while you’re out exploring if you have questions or want to reconnect. We’re always just a message away.


One quick tip: if you stop by an open house or a new construction model home, go ahead and check it out! Just keep in mind that the agents on duty represent the seller or builder. Their job is to win your business, so it’s important to let them know you already have an agent. That way, you can get the information you need without the pressure of a sales pitch.


Enjoy the guide, and we look forward to helping you make the Midlands feel like home!