What a great day! Five new NCPD officers graduated today from the Criminal Justice Academy.
Please welcome Ridge Jordan, Edward Haddon, Salvatore Olivia, Harvey Patterson and Andrew Marshall to our agency. Sgt. Draper, Sgt. Brooks and Capt. Holt went to Columbia for the ceremony.
CHARLESTON, S.C. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 16, 2023
Two United Real Estate franchise owners have partnered to bring one of the most unique residential real estate models to Charleston. Unlike traditional brokerages, their office provides training, award-winning technology and brokerage support – without charging agents a commission split.
Because of its tremendous opportunity, Charleston was an obvious choice for co-owners Winston Velpula and Brenda Daly. The stable economy, fueled by Fortune 500s and major employers, is filled with high-paying jobs. Charleston’s median income per capita is 4% higher than the national average. The large metro population of 800,000 creates a resilient estate market. Some would argue, almost recession-proof.
“Charleston is internationally recognized for its beauty, culture, historic charm and architecture. The lifestyle afforded here is one of the best in the country. Our economy is supported by the Port of Charleston, one of the largest in the country, and other major employers, such as Boeing and Volvo. The high-paying jobs lead to a vibrant real estate market. We anticipate demand for housing to remain healthy,” explained Daly.
With more than 33 years of combined real estate experience, Daly and Velpula understand how to develop informed professionals with skills to achieve clients’ goals.
United | Charleston provides thorough agent training, focusing on service and skill development. For example, agents learn how to perform due diligence on the property and neighborhood to ensure it aligns with the client’s needs before showing. They tailor property marketing plans to reach more buyers, and they develop home valuations based on competitive research.
“The tools and training we offer create better transaction experiences for buyers and sellers. Our agents can leverage cutting-edge technology to market properties, communicate with clients and conduct business virtually. They also have access to skill development training on a variety of topics,” stated Velpula.
The office is a six-minute drive to historic Charleston, located in Mount Pleasant off state highway 17 at 735 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Suite 100.
Agents interested in career opportunities with United Real Estate | Charleston can visit JoinUnitedCharleston.com or call 843-376-9298.
Brokers interested in joining the United Real Estate broker network can visit GrowWithUnited.com or contact Tyler Anderson, VP Broker Network Development at 724-858-9242 or TAnderson@UnitedRealEstate.com.
About United Real Estate
United Real Estate (United) – a division of United Real Estate Group – was founded with the purpose of offering solutions to real estate brokers and agents in the rapidly changing real estate brokerage industry. United provides the latest training, marketing and technology tools to agents and brokers under a flat-fee, transaction-based agent commission model. By leveraging the company’s proprietary cloud-based Bullseye™ Agent & Broker Productivity Platform, United delivers a more profitable outcome for agents and brokers. United Real Estate operates in 32 states with 148 offices and 18,000 agents. The company produced over $21.5 billion in sales volume in 2021.
Mount Pleasant, S.C. – Owners Brittany Hanlon and Stephanie Gannon with staff, joined by Mayor Will Haynie and Councilmembers John Iacofano, Howard Chapman, P.E., and Gary Santos, partnering with Mount Pleasant Chamber of CommerceDirector Rebecca Imholz and other Chamber Members, celebrated the grand opening of Shanty Shoppe with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The new business is located at 3530 Park Avenue Blvd., Suite 105.
Shanty Shoppe is a retail concept offering coastal-themed lifestyle items and decor for kitchen and dining, outdoor entertaining, lighting, bags and bling, and more. An accompanying design studio has opened with the retail store. Brittany and Stephanie keep the local community in mind by including local art pieces in their collections, having events that assist local teachers, holding collaborative small business block parties, and other fun initiatives.
The woman-led duo has carefully curated a collection of favorites for you to create your own beautiful spaces. Learn more about Shanty Shoppe by visiting their website. Follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest to stay up to date on their latest offers and collections. Call (843) 352-2584 to speak with a staff member directly.
IAAM (International African American Museum) is Now hiring!!
Fulltime Facilities Technician-HVAC: $26/hour
Full/Part-time Security Associates: $17/hour
Visitor Services Assistant Manager: $22/hour
Part-time Visitor Services Associate: $17/hour
Associate Curator: $25
See all positions at – https://iaamuseum.org/career-opportunities/
Malika Canteen, the first and only Pakistani restaurant in South Carolina, is thrilled to take over The Pour House container walk-up kitchen starting Tuesday, March 7.
Guests can expect some of the same food and drinks they have come to love at Malika’s location in Mount Pleasant Towne Centre, like their famed Masala fries, Chicken Tikka Masala and Dhamaka Burger, alongside sips like their signature Chai and refreshing Mango Lassi. Unique to James Island will be bites like Naan One One, buttery naan bites served with two delicious dips, perfect for sharing while enjoying The Pour House’s incredible performances. The venue is gearing up for an action-packed couple months of shows, with a full schedule HERE.
Malika at The Pour House will be open Tuesday-Saturday from 5-10 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Please visit malikacanteen.com for their full menu.
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Looking for fun things to do in Charleston on a rainy day? Here is a list of 16 ideas for locals and tourists alike! Enjoy this new video by Katarina West
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Historic Charleston, South Carolina, the Holy City has more church steeples than you can shake a stick at. From historic homes to incredible restaurants to history that makes your head spin Charleston has a lot of tourists and travelers to enjoy.
Here we go through the best eats, drinks, sights, and things to do and not do when you visit Charleston, South Carolina. Tourism information on Charleston, South Carolina Filmed in Charleston, South Carolina
Following a series of successful collaborations, a Los Angeles developer tapped Bittoni Architects to lead an 11th project outside of California – 25,000 miles away in the historic city of Charleston, South Carolina. Excited to explore new terrain, the LA-based design team was challenged to capture the identity of the city’s streets in the design of what will be one of downtown Charleston’s largest buildings. Bittoni Architects designed the combined 187,797 square-foot mixed-use development – an apartment complex with retail space and a hotel/restaurant – with a contemporary twist that both honors and enriches the architectural context of Charleston.
Bittoni Architects began planning the development of the two mixed-use buildings in November 2020. With the support of local architectural firm Goff D’Antonio Associates, Bittoni Architects researched Charleston’s history and architectural landscape to evoke the city’s charm with a novel approach. The design team references existing architectural elements in the arched windowed facade, ornamental detailing, and iconic porch fronts. Locally quarried stone was meticulously sourced to honor the existing landscape with a modern minimalist yet bold palette. The traditional and contemporary elements work together to introduce a fresh take on Charleston’s rich, historical architecture.
The Charleston project builds on and expands the portfolio of Bittoni Architects’ work outside of California and affords the multifaceted design studio a rewarding opportunity to enhance the culture within such a lively urban fabric.
About the Project
Construction began at the onset of 2023 with the development of two structures connected in their site plan yet distinctive in their identities. At 84-88 Society Street, a 90,959 square foot hotel and restaurant offer accommodation for tourists along with 22 condos for local residents. The building’s original 1950s facade was further aged to transport visitors back to early twentieth-century Charleston. A courtyard and adjoined restaurant will welcome visitors with Southern grandeur while a rooftop pool and bar will offer a convenient refuge under an extended glass atrium.
At 29-35 George Street, the second building introduces 112 co-living units and a ground-level conservatory with retail storefronts. A two-level garage provides nearly one hundred and fifty parking stalls to support the new infrastructure. Together, the mixed-use developments will provide a hub for emerging companies and fulfill lodging shortages to house an influx of tourists and residents alike.
20 CofC Clubs hosted parties with more than 750 alumni, parents and friends in attendance.
On Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023, the College of Charleston held its fourth annual CofC Day, celebrating gifts totaling $6.7 million. During the 24 hours of giving, nearly 2,300 donors stepped forward, including more than 580 current CofC students and almost 400 faculty and staff.
“CofC Day was such a wonderful opportunity for our entire campus community to come together and celebrate the College of Charleston, both through their gifts and their participation in events on campus and at our CofC Clubs across the country and in London” says President Andrew T. Hsu. “This institution is truly a special place because of our people — our students, faculty, staff, alumni and community partners — all rallying around our unique educational experience and ensuring that the College’s light stays strong for another quarter of a millennium.”
On CofC Day, the College and the Lowcountry CofC Club co-hosted a “Big Birthday Bash” in the Cistern Yard with food trucks, the Chucktown Sound pep band, CofC cheerleaders, the Cougarettes dance team, Clyde the Cougar, “Ping Pong with President Hsu,” maroon velvet birthday cupcakes, a hat contest and prizes. In the door prize drawing, three lucky students received $500 scholarships and one student received a CofC ring.
In addition, from London to the Lowcountry and Boston to Austin, 20 CofC Clubs hosted parties with more than 750 alumni, parents and friends in attendance.
Thanks to the generosity of the College community, CofC Day raised much-needed funds in support of the university’s students, programs and infrastructure.
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