Jenny Knight - Weichert Realtor

06/17/2026

🏡 UNDER CONTRACT! 🏡

This one is extra special for me!

These buyers first visited South Carolina from Ohio back in April and toured an open house. After a recent price improvement on the property, they reached back out with renewed interest—and now we're officially under contract! 🎉

One interesting part of this transaction is that I've never actually met my buyers in person. We've spoken several times by phone, but this will be my first real estate closing with clients I've never met face-to-face. I'm excited to finally meet them and help them begin their next chapter here at the beach!

This transaction also highlights how agency works in South Carolina. The buyers initially contacted the listing agent, but because they preferred not to proceed under dual agency, the listing agent referred them to me. This allowed them to have their own designated representation throughout the process—something many buyers appreciate when making such an important investment.

Their future home is located in the beautiful North Village community in Little River, SC. Residents enjoy a convenient location near Highway 57, easy access to North Myrtle Beach, shopping, dining, golf, and just a short drive to the beach. North Village is known for its welcoming atmosphere, spacious homes, and proximity to everything the Grand Strand has to offer.

A huge thank you to my fellow Weichert Realtors Southern-Coast agent for the referral and to my wonderful buyers for trusting me from hundreds of miles away. I can't wait to welcome you home to South Carolina! 💛🖤


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Weichert Realtors Southern-Coast

06/11/2026

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The same group that hosted the 11th annual Carolina Country Music Fest last week has proposed launching Myrtle Beach Rock Fest in May.

06/02/2026

💰 Earnest Money Explained: What Is It & Why Does It Matter?

One of the most common questions I hear from buyers is:

"What's earnest money, and do I get it back?" 🤔

Great question!

Think of earnest money as a buyer's way of showing they're serious about purchasing a home. It's a deposit submitted when an offer is accepted and is held securely until closing.

Here's what you should know:

✅ What is earnest money?
It's a good-faith deposit that shows the seller you're committed to moving forward with the purchase.

✅ Why is it required?
It gives the seller confidence that you're serious and not simply tying up their property while continuing to shop around.

✅ How does it protect both parties?
The buyer and seller agree to specific terms in the contract. Those terms help create accountability and protect everyone's interests throughout the transaction.

✅ Do you get it back?
In many cases, yes! Depending on the terms of your contract, earnest money is often applied toward your closing costs or down payment at closing. Certain contract contingencies may also allow for a refund if the transaction doesn't move forward.

🏡 Bottom Line:

Earnest money isn't an extra fee or money that disappears into thin air.

It's simply part of the home-buying process that demonstrates commitment and helps keep the transaction moving forward smoothly.

Real estate has a lot of moving parts, and my goal is always to help make the process feel less intimidating and more understandable.

Have questions about earnest money, inspections, contracts, or buying your first home? Send me a message. I'm always happy to help.

Jenny Knight - Weichert Realtor ®️
Weichert Realtors Southern-Coast
📞 563.503.0997

05/31/2026

Let’s talk about something that often gets misunderstood in real estate in South Carolina 👇

Before a buyer tours a home with a Realtor, they’re required to sign a Buyer’s Agency Agreement.

Now before you think “ugh paperwork,” let’s break down what it actually means and why it exists.

In South Carolina, this agreement simply formalizes something important: representation.

When you sign a Buyer’s Agency Agreement, you’re not just “looking at homes with an agent” anymore—you are officially entering into a relationship where that agent works for YOU.

Here’s the purpose in real terms:

✨ It defines loyalty & representation
Your agent now has a legal duty to represent your best interests—not the seller’s, not the builder’s… yours.

✨ It clarifies expectations on both sides
How you’ll communicate, what services you’ll receive, and how your agent will guide you through the process.

✨ It outlines compensation upfront
No confusion, no surprises later. Everyone knows how the agent is paid and what’s expected.

✨ It protects you and your time
You’re getting professional guidance, negotiation strategy, contract expertise, and market insight from the very first showing—not halfway through the deal.

Why it actually benefits buyers:

✔ You get full fiduciary representation
✔ Stronger negotiation power
✔ Clear accountability from your agent
✔ A more structured, protected home-buying process
✔ No “who is this agent really working for?” confusion

➡️ Bottom line:
This isn’t a trap or a formality—it’s a protection tool.

05/29/2026

🏡 Understanding Your Choices in South Carolina Real Estate

One thing we recently discussed in continuing education was how IMPORTANT it is for consumers to understand that in South Carolina, you have choices when working with a Realtor and brokerage.

Many people sign paperwork without fully understanding what it means — and honestly, you deserve to understand your options. 😊

In South Carolina, one of the first forms you may see is the Real Estate Brokerage Relationships document. This form explains the different ways a brokerage and agent can work with you.

Here’s the simple breakdown 👇

✔ CUSTOMER Relationship
You can work with a Realtor as a customer without entering into a formal agency agreement. In this relationship, we can provide honesty, fairness, disclosure of material facts, and help facilitate the transaction — but we do not represent you as a client.

✔ CLIENT Relationship
When you sign an agency agreement, you become a client of the brokerage. This creates a higher level of representation and fiduciary duties, including loyalty, confidentiality, advocacy, and negotiating in your best interests.

✔ TRANSACTION BROKERAGE
South Carolina also allows transaction brokerage, where the brokerage assists both parties in completing the transaction while remaining neutral.

What matters most to me is making sure people understand what they’re signing and feel comfortable asking questions.

Real estate should never feel confusing or pressured. An informed buyer or seller is an empowered one. 🏡

Whether you’re buying, selling, relocating, investing, or just beginning the process, I’m always happy to help explain things in a simple, honest way.

Jenny Knight ®️
Weichert Realtors Southern-Coast 💛
📞 563.503.0997
🌐 Jenny-knight.weichertcarolina.com

05/28/2026

🏡 Grand Strand Market Update 🌴
Horry County • Little River • North Myrtle Beach • Longs • Conway • Carolina Forest

If you’ve been wondering what’s REALLY happening in our local market lately, here’s the honest update 👇

We’re continuing to see more inventory hit the market across the Grand Strand, which is creating more opportunities and negotiating power for buyers compared to the past few years.

What does that mean for YOU?

✔ Buyers are seeing:
• more homes to choose from
• less intense bidding wars
• more price reductions
• potential closing cost assistance
• more time to make decisions compared to the peak frenzy market

✔ Sellers can still absolutely sell successfully — BUT pricing, presentation, and strategy matter more now than they did a couple years ago.

Areas like Carolina Forest, Conway, Longs, Little River, and North Myrtle Beach are all continuing to grow because people are still relocating here for:
☀️ warmer weather
🌊 coastal lifestyle
🏌️ golf communities
🚤 boating & beaches
💼 retirement & remote work flexibility
🏡 lower property taxes compared to many states

One thing I always tell people:
Real estate is LOCAL.

Even within Horry County, every area moves differently. What’s happening in Carolina Forest may not be the same as Little River or Conway.

That’s why having a Realtor who actually studies the local market, understands growth patterns, flood zones, insurance considerations, HOAs, commute differences, and resale value truly matters.

Whether you’re thinking about buying this year, relocating to South Carolina, investing, downsizing, or just curious what your home may be worth — I’m always happy to help answer questions without pressure. 😊

Jenny Knight ®️
Weichert Realtors Southern-Coast
📞 563.503.0997
🌐 Jenny-knight.weichertcarolina.com