Jonathan Edmund Wave Beach Realty

05/28/2026

Three bedroom, two bath condo nestled in a highly sought-after, secure gated community in the Arcadian Dunes section of Myrtle Beach that will delight most any type of home buyer. You are just a breezy stroll or quick golf-cart ride away from the beach. It is conveniently located within minutes of shopping, dining and all the attractions on the Grand Strand. Only $271,500! Call me for a showing Jonathan Edmund 843-957-3872

05/07/2026

Today's housing market rewards the right strategy. Because even in a slower area, the homes that are priced realistically and positioned well are still selling – sometimes faster than you may expect.

Let’s connect if you’re ready to make yours one of them.

When you put your house on the market, you don’t just want it to sell. You want it to sell fast.

05/05/2026

Today's market may be balancing out, but strong offers still matter – especially during the busy Spring season.

Curious how competitive things are (and what it’ll take to win) in our market? Let’s talk.

Looking to buy a home this season? Here's what you should know.

05/02/2026

Spring always gives sellers an edge.

But data shows there’s a short window when that advantage really peaks – and it’s usually the last two weeks of May.

While it can vary by market, that's when buyer demand is at its strongest and competition pushes prices higher.

In some cases, that timing alone can mean a seller makes tens of thousands of dollars more.

If you’re aiming to sell for top dollar, this is the moment to watch.

Want to see what it would take to get your house ready for it? Let’s talk. Call my assistant Alli Baker at 843-399-6133 or me Jonathan Edmund at 843-957-3872


Jonathan Edmund Alli Baker

02/24/2026

If you’re a homeowner watching someone you love try to buy their first home, this is worth thinking about.

Nearly 1 in 5 first-time buyers are getting a gift from family or friends for use as their down payment. And many parents and grandparents are able to offer that help because of the home equity they’ve built over the years.

That doesn’t mean you have to do anything. But it may be worth asking: could a small portion of the equity you’ve built open a door that might otherwise stay closed?

If you’re curious what your equity could make possible for your family, let’s talk it through.

02/18/2026

If you saw headlines that talked about how “home sales fell sharply in January,” it probably raised an eyebrow – especially if you’re thinking about selling your house. But context matters.

02/17/2026

Do you know what your house is worth today? To get your free, no pressure home value estimate, send me a message.

02/07/2026

Buying a home is getting more affordable, and this graph helps explain why.

It shows how much of a household’s income typically goes toward buying a home. As a general rule, spending 30% or less of your income on housing is considered affordable.

For the last couple of years, the math was still well above that threshold. But lately, things have been getting better thanks to a mix of lower mortgage rates, slower home price growth, and rising wages.

While affordability isn't going to snap back overnight, the trend is finally moving in the right direction.

If you want to talk through what this means for your buying power, send me a message and let’s break it down.

01/31/2026

Downsizing is about setting yourself up for what comes next – on your terms.

If retirement is on the horizon and you’ve started wondering what your current house (and your equity) could make possible, the first step isn’t selling. It’s understanding your options.

Let’s talk. A simple, no-pressure conversation can help you see what downsizing might look like – and whether it makes sense for you.

For a growing number of homeowners, retirement isn’t some distant idea anymore. It’s starting to feel very real. 

01/27/2026

Be honest. Would you scroll past a house that’s been listed and sitting for months?
A few years ago, that made sense. Today, not so much.

Homes are taking longer to sell across the board. On average, it takes 73 days right now – which is typical for this time of year.

So, a house that’s been sitting doesn’t automatically mean something’s wrong. It may have been priced a little high, launched into heavy competition, or just didn’t stand out online.

And here’s what many buyers miss: sellers who’ve been waiting are often more open to negotiating.

So, before you scroll past, take a second look. Sometimes the best opportunity is the one everyone else skipped.