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Lori Smith
MBA, REALTOR® | Bluefield Realty Group, LLC
MBA, REALTOR®
Bluefield Realty Group, LLC
Lori Smith
South Carolina Real Estate Blog for Greenville, Anderson & Spartanburg


Move Over, Charleston. Greenville, SC Restaurant is on the Michelin Star Map!
World-class dining, Southern charm, and another reason to fall in love with Upstate South Carolina! Who says you have to travel to New York, Paris, or Charleston for an unforgettable dining experience? Greenville, South Carolina, is officially making waves in the culinary world, and we now have a Michelin star restaurant to prove it! That's right! Our charming downtown, already known for its fantastic restaurants, beautiful Main Street, and lively atmosphere, has officially j
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Oct 104 min read


Fall Things to Do in Upstate South Carolina: Orchards, Pumpkin Patches & Festivals
There’s something about October in Upstate South Carolina that makes you want to get out and explore. The mornings start getting cooler, pumpkins appear on front porches, the foothills begin changing color, and a Saturday drive through the mountains suddenly sounds like a pretty great idea. Whether you’ve lived here for years, recently relocated to the Upstate, or you’re visiting and trying to get a feel for the area, fall is one of the best times to experience what this part
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Oct 18 min read


Buying a Home When Interest Rates Rise: 6 Options Buyers Should Know
When mortgage interest rates rise, it can be frustrating—especially if you were already planning to buy a home. A higher rate can increase your monthly payment and may change the price range you originally expected to shop in. But a change in rates does not necessarily mean you have to put your home search on hold. It may simply mean changing your strategy. Here are several options buyers can consider when interest rates increase. 1. Revisit Your Comfortable Monthly Payment I
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Sep 253 min read


Why Is Lake Hartwell So Low Right Now? What Homeowners & Buyers Should Know
If you’ve been around Lake Hartwell recently, you’ve probably noticed something immediately: the water is unusually low. Whether you already own a home on Lake Hartwell, are considering buying waterfront property, or simply enjoy boating and recreation on the lake, there are actually two things happening right now that are important to understand. Lake Hartwell is currently experiencing low water levels during drought conditions, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has also
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Sep 145 min read


First-Time Homebuyer Myths: What Upstate South Carolina Buyers Should Know
Buying your first home can feel overwhelming, especially with so much conflicting advice. Here are some of the most common first-time homebuyer myths—and what Upstate South Carolina buyers should actually know.
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Sep 124 min read


Moving to Greenville, SC: What to Know Before You Relocate to the Upstate
Relocating to a new state is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming—especially when you’re trying to choose a community, understand the housing market, coordinate a move, and make decisions from hundreds of miles away. I understand that process personally. I’ve lived in eight different states, so I know there is much more to relocating than simply finding a house. You’re choosing the place where your everyday life will happen. If you’re considering a move to Greenville o
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Sep 124 min read
Welcome to my South Carolina real estate blog! Here you'll find helpful homebuying tips, relocation advice, real estate insights, and local highlights from Greenville, Anderson, Spartanburg, and the surrounding communities.
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