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Mercedes-Benz Vans to Invest $500 Million in New Manufacturing Plant in Charleston County

The new production plant in North Charleston, S.C. will supply the North American market with the next-generation Sprinter, creating 1,300 new jobs over the next several years.

Specialty Polymers, Inc. Expanding Chester County Operations

Specialty Polymers, Inc., a privately held manufacturer of water-based emulsion polymers and adhesives, is expanding its existing Chester County operations. The $5.5 million investment will significantly increase the plant’s capacity and generate five new jobs.

South Carolina REALTORS® to Tour State

South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) will kick off a tour of the state to promote property rights, homeownership, and its member benefits to the trade association's more than 15,000 members.

South Carolina REALTORS® Release January Market Numbers

South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) today released its January statewide housing market numbers revealing a continuation of last year's trend of more sellers putting their homes on the market at a higher price

South Carolina REALTORS® Release October Market Numbers

South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) today released its October 2015 statewide housing market reports. The reports show housing is normalizing in South Carolina and nationwide, with housing starts and building permits on the rise, inventory levels increasing in metro areas and homes selling quickly and close to list price

South Carolina REALTORS® Release September Market Numbers

South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR), the largest professional trade association in the state, serves as the voice of real estate for 14,000 members involved in all aspects of the residential and commercial real estate industries. REALTOR® is a registered trademark that identifies a professional in real estate who subscribes to a strict code of ethics as a member of SCR and the National Association of REALTORS®.

Randy Harrison named 2014 REALTOR® of the Year

South Carolina REALTOR® (SCR) member and president, Henry M. “Randy” Harrison, was named the association's REALTOR® of the Year at Sale Away, its 2014 annual conference and expo in Myrtle Beach

South Carolina REALTORS® hold record-breaking conference, elect 2015 leadership

South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) last week hosted Sale Away, its 2014 annual conference and expo in Myrtle Beach. The conference was a big success with more than 500 Realtors® registered.

South Carolina REALTORS® expecting more than 500 Realtors® at annual conference

South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) is expecting more than 500 Realtor® members for its annual conference, Sale Away, at the Myrtle Beach Marriott Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes, September 17-19th

South Carolina REALTORS® Release June Market Numbers

South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) today released its June Statewide Market Reports. The reports indicate that inventory is slowly rising in some areas while activity is picking up in the upper-price tiers. Rents continue to climb in most metros and interest rates are generally lower than a year ago.

South Carolina REALTORS® Release May Market Numbers

South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) today released its May Statewide Market Reports, which indicate that while the American Dream of Homeownership is alive and well, it must continue to contend with market fluctuations.

South Carolina Earns CCIM Institute’s 2013 President’s Cup Award

Columbia, South Carolina [May 21, 2014]—The South Carolina chapter of the CCIM Institute was recognized for excellence with the 2013 President’s Cup Award at the organization’s Midyear Business Meeting in Nashville, Tennessee on April 28 - May 1

South Carolina REALTORS® Release April Market Numbers

South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) today released its April Statewide Market Reports. The reports indicate prices are going up and most metropolitan markets are between recovery and normalization

South Carolina REALTORS® address industry issues at legislative conference and rally

Almost 300 members from South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) met with lawmakers at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center and South Carolina Statehouse last week to discuss important South Carolina housing issues

South Carolina REALTORS® Release March Market Numbers

South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) today released its March Statewide Market Reports.

South Carolina REALTORS® Release January Market Numbers

South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) today released its January Statewide Market Reports. The same factors that catalyzed widespread market recovery for the past couple of years are likely to continue throughout 2014, though perhaps at a moderate pace. Potential trends in the coming year include increased seller activity, more new construction and fewer foreclosures on the market

The American Dream is Thriving in the Palmetto State

South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) today released its 2013 year-end statewide market report and video. The data show 2013 brought a major shift to the housing market with many local markets transitioning from the buyer's to the seller's advantage

South Carolina REALTORS® Release December Market Numbers

South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) today released its December 2013 Statewide Market Reports. 2013 proved to be a good year for housing. Home sales and prices were broadly higher across the nation, while foreclosure loads, the number of homes for sale and the number of days it took to sell a home were all much lower. Multiple-offers became commonplace again and prices in many areas, rallied to multi-year highs.

South Carolina REALTORS(R) release November housing market numbers

South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) today released its November Statewide Market Reports. November was largely another encouraging month for residential sales. Attention has shifted from multiyear high prices and sales volumes to seller activity, inventory levels and building permits. Month-to-month activity moderates while year-over-year comparisons remain strong.

2014 Palmetto Affordable Housing Forum Dates Announced

Preparations are underway for the 2014 Palmetto Affordable Housing Forum (Forum), and South Carolina housing partners have been collaborating on ways to make the 2014 event better than ever

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South Carolina REALTORS® release June market numbers

South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) today released its June housing market reports. The data show an up-tick in sales and prices for most areas, while the number of homes for sale and total months supply of inventory have been going down.

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Clyburn Statement on Introduction of the Restoring Tax Credits For Affordable...

U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (SC) today released the following statement after introducing the Restoring Tax Credits for Affordable Housing Act and cosponsoring a package of affordable housing bills.