Thinking about moving to Charleston, South Carolina (or anywhere in the Lowcountry) and worried about HOAs? Dan + Angel break down what out-of-state buyers actually need to know about HOA fees, HOA rules, CC&Rs, meeting minutes, reserves, transfer fees, and special assessments, plus why a bigger community can sometimes mean more amenities for less money.

What We Cover in This Episode

• Why HOAs are so common in South Carolina, especially in newer planned communities.
• The #1 mistake buyers make: not reviewing meeting minutes (and what minutes can reveal about fee increases + future projects)
• Understanding HOA reserves and why low reserves can lead to special assessments
• CC&Rs (Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions): rules that can affect your lifestyle (fences, exterior changes, yard decor, etc.)
• Fees explained: what HOA dues typically cover (amenities, landscaping/common areas, maintenance, sometimes exterior items—especially condos/townhomes)
• The real-world reality of HOA approvals: why “simple” exterior updates can take time
• Pro tip: why some larger communities can have lower HOA fees because costs are spread across more homeowners

Thinking about making a move?

Call or text us at 843-900-6869.

Gen X Realtors in Charleston—we’ve been where you are!

It’s our one-year anniversary on the Gen X Realtors in Charleston channel, so we’re celebrating the only way Gen X knows how: a pop culture trivia throwdown. We quiz each other across 80s and 90s movies, TV shows, music, classic commercials, and random nostalgia. Play along and see how Gen X you really are.

Plus, if you’re relocating to the Charleston, South Carolina area, we share free resources (moving guide, Berkeley County blueprint) and how to book a VIP relocation call with us.

If you’re moving to Charleston, Summerville, or the South Carolina Lowcountry, grab our free relocation resources in the show notes and book a VIP call so we can help you build a smart plan before you get here.

Thinking about making a move?

Call or text us at 843-900-6869.

Gen X Realtors in Charleston—we’ve been where you are!

Moving to South Carolina is a significant decision, and most people enter it with a long list of assumptions.

In this podcast, we bust 5 common myths about living in South Carolina: from cost of living and driving times to lifestyle expectations and everyday expenses.

We’re former Californians who made the move ourselves, and now help families and retirees do the same. This episode is designed to help you understand what life here is really like before you pack up and go.

Thinking about making a move?

Call or text us at 843-900-6869.

Gen X Realtors in the LowCountry—we’ve been where you are!