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The Charleston Real Estate ConnectionCREC EP 34 The "New" Interest RatesSend us a textCREC EP 34 The "New" Interest Rates. Nia Joy briefly discusses current real estate news in the Charleston area - New Grocery Stores and goes over what current rates are looking like, how to shop your interest rate, how rate buy downs generally work and things to consider when moving, selling and buying real estate. Leave your comments and questions and Nia Joy will continue this discussion in upcoming episodes.Support the show2024-02-0815 minThe Charleston Real Estate ConnectionCREC EP 35 Homebuyer FAQ Mortgage Info & InsuranceSend us a textCREC EP 35 Homebuyer FAQ Mortgage Info & Insurance. Nia Joy speaks with Hilary Jacobsen of Total Quality Insurance and Ashley Hass of Atlantic Coast Mortgage about a few things that are concerns and questions for today's homebuyers. On the mortgage side, buyers want to know about:1. Today's Mortgage Rates2. How their credit will affect the home purchase 3. What to expect with Closing Costs. For Home Owner's Insurance (HOI), buyers want to:1. Better understand the current spike in HOI and know2. Why is there such a...2023-01-2924 minThe Charleston Real Estate ConnectionCharleston Real Estate Connection Podcast - Episode 33 Home Buying Myths Ashley Rawlings Tabor MortgageSend us a textCharleston Real Estate Connection Podcast - Episode 33 Home Buying Myths Ashley Rawlings Tabor Mortgage. Curious about the home buying process, this current market and how you can get started with your next steps. Listen to what Ashley has to say about today's market, explanations about how you are pre-approved and common myths about the home buying process, especially loan related misconceptions. Reach out to Ashley or me to get started. Let us know that you heard this podcast episode!Contact Ashley, today!Ashley Rawlings...2022-02-0616 minThe Charleston Real Estate ConnectionCharleston Real Estate Connection Podcast - Episode 32 Finding A Home in a Low Inventory Market Buyer TipSend us a textCharleston Real Estate Connection Podcast - Episode 32 Finding A Home in a Low Inventory Market Buyer Tip. Nia Joy shares an example of how you find a home in a low inventory market and it is often overlooked! This example will help avoid multiple offers and alleviate some stress when looking for a property. In this 2021 real estate market, sometimes you have to get creative!! For more tips like this follow Nia Joy on YouTube @ CharlestonIsAmazing.com. Have a question for her? Reach out 843-494-8318 or Nia@soldbynia.com.2021-07-2403 minThe Charleston Real Estate ConnectionCharleston Real Estate Connection Podcast - Episode 31 Why Not DIY? ToolBox Divas with Timisha PorcherSend us a textCharleston Real Estate Connection Podcast - Episode 31 Why Not DIY? ToolBox Divas with Timisha Porcher. Nia Joy gets to know one of the most interesting people! Get to know more about where she is from: Awendaw, SC; growing up in Charleston and how she shares her passion. A true DIYer turned influencer. Timisha Porcher started ToolBox Divas after being the help she needed when doing at home projects. Don't let the name of her tribe fool you, Tinisha helps men and women by providing tips and videos on DIY projects. For the best...2021-07-1732 minThe Charleston Real Estate ConnectionCharleston Real Estate Connection Podcast - Episode 30 Jamie Richardson, The Palmetto Insurance Group Charleston, SCSend us a textCharleston Real Estate Connection Podcast - Episode 30 Jamie Richardson, The Palmetto Insurance Group Charleston, SC: Nia Joy interviews Jamie Richardson of Palmetto Insurance Group and talks home owners insurance. His expertise has helped hundreds of families. Jamie discusses how he helps serve his clients and tells us his business love story and his connection to Charleston. Have questions about insurance? Jamie can help! He is one of Nia's trusted vendors and has been an excellent resource to her clients. To reach Jamie, check out his contact information, below.Jamie Richardson...2021-07-1523 minThe Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 28 - Changing Brokerages with Nia JoySend us a textCREC Podcast Ep 28 - Changing Brokerages. Nia Joy takes you on a ride...literally a car ride chatting about her recent announcement changing brokerages. Nothing deep or profound...it's her perspective: Mindset of where she was as a new realtor, why she changed brokerages, what you can expect in the near future and all kinds of optimism about the real estate market and what's to come. Want to connect with Nia Joy, connect with her at info@charlestonreconnection.com. Facebook, Instagram @niajoy_realtor, Clubhouse Nia Swinton-Jenkins @niajoy_realtor. Let's connect!843-494...2020-12-2409 minThe Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 29 - Creating a Home for the Homeless with Denise TolbertSend us a textCREC Podcast Ep 29 - Creating a Home for the Homeless with Denise Tolbert. Denise Tolbert is on a mission to end homeless in the Charleston area. Hear her story and how you can join her on this humanitarian effort.To volunteer, donate, or support this endeavor, go to: www.TheVillageofSC.org.Support the show2020-12-2425 minThe Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 27 - Charleston's Got Talent with Nina NesbittSend us a textCREC Podcast Ep 27 - Charleston's Got Talent with Nina Nesbitt. Nia Joy has the opportunity to meet Nina Nesbitt of Industry Direct Model & Placement, LLC. She is the founder and CEO, where she specializing in connection talent with the industry's best in television, advertisement and fashion. She has been in business over 30 years and is a well sought out placement manager in the Southeast. Known for her diversity in multi-cultural talent pool, Nina is trains and grooms some of the world's finest and many happen to reside in the Charleston, SC area. In...2020-10-0734 minThe Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 26 - Art of Bounce Jump Castles with Brandon WrightSend us a textEp 26 - Art of Bounce Jump Castles with Brandon Wright. Nia Joy observes the set up of a jump castle at the Nexton Amphitheatre while Brandon Wright and his crew set up a "dry" jump castle for children to enjoy during the concert. Prior to the event, they arrive early, set up with their equipment and clean the jump castle for the second time since its last use. Nia Joy then sits down with Brandon after the set up to learn more about him, why he started the business, his native background to...2020-09-0827 minThe Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 25 - Charleston Real Estate Market Update & Highlighting our Previous GuestsSend us a textEp 25 - Charleston Real Estate Market Update & Highlighting our Previous Guests. Nia Joy discusses the July Charleston Real Estate Market and Celebrates the first 25 episodes of the podcast by highlighting all of her previous guests! You can check out previous episodes on the podcast: www.CharlestonREconnection.com and subscribe where you enjoy listening to your favorite podcast platforms including iTunes, Soundcloud, Google Podcasts and so many more! Don't miss an episode, subscribe today!Watch this episode on our YouTube Channel: LIKE & Subscribe!Charleston is AMAZING!Here are some...2020-08-2533 minThe Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 24 - Self Defense in the Lowcountry with Nia Hartsfield, Hard Candy Women's Self Defense OrganizationSend us a textEp 24 - Self Defense in the Lowcountry with Nia Hartsfield, Hard Candy Women's Self Defense Organization. Nia Joy sits down with Navy veteran, founder and instructor Nia Hartsfield. "It's time to change the statistics!" Nia discusses her connection to Charleston, SC, why she started the organization and tips on defending yourself and your loved ones. Her organization offers group and one on one sessions. You can learn more about upcoming classes and seminars or join the discussion on their Facebook page or group:Website: www.hardcandyselfdefense.com...2020-07-3031 minThe Charleston Real Estate ConnectionCREC Episode 23 - Write and Earn more income with Laquantis Chevis of Stepping Stones ServicesSend us a textCREC Episode 23 - Write and Earn more income with Laquantis Chevis of Stepping Stones Services. Nia Joy has the opportunity to chat with school Teacher, Laquantis about her business and how she helps people with getting their ideas from their mind to the paper or digital world. She has a passion for teaching and it shows not only with her students, where she actually birthed the idea for her business. Stepping Stones Services was created to help those seeking a better life to build the empire they desire to have. Be...2020-07-2717 minThe Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 22 - My 3 Sons of Charleston - (Gullah Cuisine & Soul Food) with Lorraine Smalls, RestaurateurSend us a textEp 22 - My 3 Sons of Charleston - (Gullah Cuisine & Soul Food) with Lorraine Smalls, Restaurateur. Nia Joy sits down with Owner, Chef and Army veteran Lorraine Smalls and her eldest son Antwan Smalls, also a veteran. Learn more about Lorraine and her story on how she started cooking and grew into a business, while building a legacy with her sons. She was featured in Southern Living Magazine this year and commended for her cooking and restaurant in Charleston Gullah Cuisine and Soul Food. Her comfort food ranges from seafood to popular southern dishes...2020-07-2225 minThe Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 21 - Charleston, SC vs Tampa, FL with Melissa Dugal, Realtor Piney Woods RealtySend us a textEp 21 - Charleston, SC vs Tampa, FL with Melissa Dugal, Realtor Piney Woods RealtyNia Joy interviews one of her FL referral partners, Tampa area realtor, Melissa Dugal of Piney Woods Realty. In comparison to Charleston, SC, Melissa discusses median sales and rental prices, weather, things to do, why people move to Tampa, what they enjoy and more. Ready to move to Tampa, FL or ready to move from Tampa to Charleston, SC? Together, Nia and Melissa can make your move a great experience! Reach out to either Melissa or Nia...2020-06-2828 minThe Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 20 - Buying and Selling in Charleston During COVID-19: What to ExpectSend us a textEp 20 - Buying and Selling in Charleston During COVID-19: What to Expect. Nia Joy explains reasons people are still selling and buying during this time. What is a credit Re-score? Whether you are relocating to Charleston, thinking of upsizing or downsizing, consider the factor and stay up to date with pre-cautions. If you would like to get a list of prefered vendors and lenders, want to know how much your home could sell for or any other home improvement/real estate questions, reach out to Nia and her team at 843-494-8318 or...2020-05-1425 min
Tech in Real EstateWhy Moving to the South is the Next Major Shift with Nia Joy#003 - Are you aware of demographic shifts influencing the real estate market? Ariel Herrera from AnalyticsAriel discusses with Nia Joy, a successful real estate agent and podcast host, trends in migrations to the south. Why is there a surge in demand? Who is moving to the southeast region? What technology is enabling the market to remain strong? Check out this episode to learn more!How to follow Nia Joy Swinton-Jenkins:The Charleston Real Estate Connection - http://www.buzzsprout.com/771941GoalDen Spaces YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com...2020-05-1436 minThe Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 19 - Bo Knows Fitness and Nexton with Bo TaylorSend us a textEp 19 - Bo Knows Fitness and Nexton with Bo Taylor. Nia Joy interviews personal trainer and Community Outreach Coordinator, Bo Taylor. With a background in fitness, Bo does personal training for clients that want an edge on their fitness routine. Learn more about how Bo's passion for fitness began, a great tip for flatter tummy and how you can connect with him and begin some virtual training or start a plan of action. When he is not working out or with clients, Bo engages with the community within the Nexton Community...2020-04-2536 minThe Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 18 - Working from Home with Kids at Home with Nia JoySend us a textEp 18 - Working from Home with Kids at Home with Nia Joy. For a first hand, intimate experience, Nia Joy shares her joy and frustration and love for being able to interact with her children more. This quick episode is a fun and genuine look of Nia at home with her children since being home with them during the COVID-19 pandemic.Support the show2020-04-2508 minThe Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 17 - Do I REALLY need a Home Inspection? With Adam Richardson, PGR Home InspectionsSend us a textEp 17 - Do I REALLY need a Home Inspection? With Adam Richardson, PGR Home Inspections. Whether you are considering new construction, fixer-upper, newly renovated, or even selling your home, you will really want to listen to this episode! Adam explains how home inspections can help you know more about a property, a couple of areas that you need to maintain in your home and some other great advice.Let us know what you think!Check out the video of this Episode & Subscribe to the YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/NDZVMCfTFUY2020-04-2136 minThe Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 16 - At Home with Kids during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Educators Reflections', Encouragement & Advice with Pricilla Johnson and Sakinah RileySend us a textEp 16 - At Home with Kids during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Educators Reflections', Encouragement & Advice. This weekend, Nia Joy had the pleasure of speaking with Pricilla Johnson, M.Ed and Sakinah Riley, M.Ed about distance learning or e-learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Parents and caregivers are working from home or planning for the next days for their families while trying make sure their children can still maintain some levels of academic learning. Ms. Johnson and Ms. Riley give information about what teachers and administrators are expecting from parents and its not what you...2020-04-091h 08
The Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 15 - Close the Deal: Settle with Suttles Law Firm with Brent Suttles, Closing AttorneySend us a textEp 15 - Close the Deal: Settle with Suttles Law Firm with Brent Suttles, Attorney Charleston SC. Nia Joy interviews Brent Suttles, Sr, real estate attorney as he discusses his connection to Charleston SC, the importance of details with the real estate contract, adding names to the title at purchase, how his team provides concierge services and how they can help make sure you have a great real estate closing when buying and selling properties. The Suttles Law Firm serves SC real estate needs as well as estate planning.For more real...2020-03-2921 min
The Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp - 14 Moving from Charleston SC to Charlotte NC or vice versa with Dion Foulks, RealtorSend us a textEp - 14 Moving from Charleston SC to Charlotte NC or vice versa with Dion Foulks, Realtor. Nia Joy interviews your Charlotte Real Estate Expert/Realtor, Dion and gets to learn more about how he became a realtor, median sales price, major industries in Charlotte and more! If you are looking to move to Charlotte from Charleston or Charlotte to Charleston, this is a good view to begin that journey! Dion and Nia are looking forward to helping you reach your real estate goals. To reach Dion, let him know you saw t...2020-03-2920 min
The Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEpisode 13 - At Home with Paul Tippets, Founder & CEO, HomeGate Real EstateEpisode 13 - At Home with Paul Tippets, Founder, HomeGate Real Estate. Nia Joy sits down with Paul to get to know more about him, his connection to Charleston, how and why he started HomeGate Real Estate and more about who he is. You'll get to meet a local CEO and hear how he evolved in Real Estate. To learn more about the company, start a brokerage in your market or how to become an agent/realtor with HomeGate, visit, www.JoinHomeGate.com for more information or reach out to Nia Joy for more information.To...2020-03-2822 min
The Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 12 - Market Update, COVID-19 (Conora Virus) and What's next?Send us a textEp 12 - Market Update, COVID-19 (Conora Virus) and What's next? February Market Update | COVID-19 | What's Next? with Nia Joy | Charleston, SC + Columbia, SC. Nia Joy sits down with a Facebook live audience discussing the February Real Estate Market Update, COVID-19 in our area and What's Next? Nia Joy lists what people are grateful for based on her post question.Charleston home sales jumped in February before coronavirus spread to SC: https://www.postandcourier.com/business/real_estate/charleston-home-sales-jumped-in-february-before-coronavirus-spread-to/article_9dea317e-5ff9-11ea-8f15-f763461fd01a.html2020-03-2432 minThe Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 11 - Short and Long Term Real Estate Investing with Jim DuffySend us a textEp 11 - Short and Long Term Real Estate Investing with Jim Duffy | Charleston SC | Columbia SC. Nia Joy converses with Jim Duffy of Atlantic Coast Mortgage. Jim is a Producing Branch Manager so not only does he lead a top producing team, he is also a mortgage broker that is active with clients. Jim explains that investing in real estate can be done in different ways with the help of different options and products to serve your needs.Nia works with Jim to help more people close on their real estate goals.2020-03-1026 min
The Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 10 - The Little Gullah Geechee Book with Dr. Jessica BerrySend us a textEp 10 - The Little Gullah Geechee Book with Dr. Jessica Berry. In celebration of our 10th episode, what better way to celebrate than with an amazing Charleston native and talented renaissance woman. Nia Joy gets to chat with Dr. Jessica Berry about the Gullah Geechee language and culture, her new book and more things you probably did not know about as well as several misconceptions. You will enjoy this episode and our special guest's energy!Dr. Jessica Berry is a Gullah Geechee native of Huger, South Carolina. She is a nationally c...2020-03-1022 min
The Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 9 CREC Conversing with Councilman Ron - North Charleston District 4Send us a textEp 9 CREC Conversing with Councilman Ron - North Charleston District 4. Nia Joy sits down with Councilman Ron Brinson of the City of North Charleston's District 4. As we get to know more about Ron, his background and some great information about the city. To reach Ron, you can email him directly via at Rbrin@aol.com.More links:CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND DISTRICTS and the Council District Maphttps://www.northcharleston.org/government/city-council/city-council-members-and-districts/Support the show2020-02-1321 minThe Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 8 - Market Update Charleston Columbia National TrendsSend us a textCharleston Real Estate Connection Podcast Episode 8 - Market Update Charleston Columbia National Trends.Nia Joy reviews a few of the top cities in the nation to watch as attractive cities that people are moving two. She reviews the median sales prices of these two cites and why they are so attractive to those moving to the area and those that love living there!Check out the article that Nia Joy references:Here Are 2020's Top Real Estate Markets: Affordable Alternatives to Megapricey Cities...2020-02-1015 min
The Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 7 - The 4 P's with Diandra Dellucci: Charleston Photographer and ArtistSend us a textEp 7 - The 4 P's with Diandra Dellucci: Charleston Photographer and Artist. Diandra Dellucci is a modern renaissance woman and is a rising figure in the area with her photography. Hear her business love story, philosophy and about her Her clients include a wide range needs based on her passion for photographing the 4 P's: People, Places, Products and Pets. Diandra has a photogenic gift for these areas expression. As a full-time photographer, she is attentive, professional and inspiring. If you or your business is looking to brand, re-brand or you are looking to get...2020-01-2127 min
The Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 6 - Below the Skirt & Living Out Loud with Tamara Green Renewal Rehabilitation CenterSend us a textEp 6 - Below the Skirt & Living Out Loud with Tamara Green Renewal Rehabilitation Center. In this episode, Nia Joy gets to know Tamara Green, physical therapist and Charleston Native. Tamara explains her stance of "Below the Skirt & Living Out Loud, what that means as well as the importance of specializing in pelvic floor therapy in women [as well as men] and her upcoming event March 28, 2020 (see details, below). From discomfort due to endometriosis and incontinence to leakage and sexual discomfort, there is a way to be non-invasively treated. Although she is not specifically...2020-01-2028 min
The Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 5 - The Floral Engineer: Michelle Summers of Your Signature Hall and EventsSend us a textEp 5 - The Floral Engineer: Michelle Summers of Your Signature Hall and Events. Owner, designer, event planner, wedding coordinator: The Floral Engineer - Michelle Summers is a visionary that began her career as an engineer and is now helping people bring their dream events, like weddings, parties, corporate events, etc. to LIFE! There is nothing ordinary about the work that Michelle and her team produces. Join Nia Joy as she explores Michelle's business love story, upcoming events and the GRAND OPENING of her new venue Your Signature Hall and Events in Charleston, SC!2020-01-1328 min
The Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 4 - Buying a Home with Tax Refund, Student Loans or Negative Accounts with Tamara YorkSend us a textBuying a Home with Tax Refund, Student Loans & Negative Accounts with Tamara York. In this episode, Nia Joy is interviewing Tamara York, Mortgage Loan Originator with Asset Assured Financial Services. Tamara is a Charleston native a seasoned business owner prior to working in the mortgage industry. She gives great tips, advice and squashes some myths about buying a home with your income tax refund, getting a mortgage with student loans and having negative accounts and still buying a home. To reach Tamara, here is her contact information and let her know t...2020-01-1222 min
The Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 3 - Selling Your Home, Land or Rental: Tips & ToolsSend us a textSelling Your Home, Land or Rental: Tips & Tools. [Seller's Guidebook with Nia Joy Swinton-Jenkins]. Nia Joy reviews tips and tools based on her free Seller's Guidebook. She also gives 25 ways sellers and FSBO customers can sell their home for more and faster based on ways she markets listings. Support the show2020-01-1224 min
The Charleston Real Estate ConnectionEp 2 - Buying or Investing in Real Estate: Tips & ToolsSend us a textBuying or Investing in Real Estate: Tips & Tools. In this episode of the The Charleston Real Estate Connection, Nia Joy is discussing real estate news, economic outlook for the Charleston and Columbia areas, Celebrity Home for sale and most importantly tips, tools, great information that buyers and investors can use as found in The Homebuyer's Guidebook that she discusses. To get a free download of The Homebuyer's Guidebook, download it here:https://soldbynia.com/homebuyerguide/Economic outlook for the Charleston area via Post & Courier: https://www.postandcourier...2020-01-0725 min