An escalation clause is language inserted into a purchase offer for a home that's intended to make sure a buyer is the highest bidder. It's typically used when a buyer and their real estate agent strongly believe a house will receive multiple offers.

An escalation clause states that the buyer will pay a certain amount of money above the highest offer the seller receives. It generally includes a ceiling cap to make sure the buyer doesn't agree to pay more money than they can afford.

 

Learn more about escalation clauses and how they work.

What Is an Escalation Clause? 

An escalation clause improves the odds that a home buyer will submit the highest offer. It typically includes three parts:

  • Proof of an offer: Sellers can only use the…

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Under Contract in Belfair is this great 1+ acre lot on Hidden Lake and looking out to the 9th green. 

Natalie's buyers are so excited to start planning the custom build of their dream home in fabulous Belfair. They will get to drive through the infamous entrance of trees everyday! 

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Join one or all of the fun Earth Day festivities! 

Palmetto Running Company x The GuGo Movement present The Hilton Head Island Earth Day Festival!

This is a FREE event in which we invite families and friends of all ages to come and learn about what they can do to make a difference in the Lowcountry. YOGA IN THE PARK: 9:00AM Join us for a FREE Yoga in the Park at Shelter Cove Towne Centre. The class will be taught by our friend Adam with the Outside Foundation. All ages and abilities welcome! Please bring your own mats. FAMILY FUN RUN: 10:00AM Join us for a FREE Family Fun Run through Shelter Cove Towne Centre. This is a 5K Course. All ages, abilities, strollers and dogs are welcome! Print your Bib to color at…

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This weekend April 24 & 25 at Historic Honey Horn on Hilton Head Island.

Walk around the prettiest setting on all the island and visit dozens of accomplished artists from around the country. Fine art and craft in all shapes, sizes, styles, price ranges, and mediums will be available for purchase during this weekend.

Rain or shine. Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. There is a $5 per person admission charge. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Timed ticketing will be offered this year – with a limited number of patrons allowed at one time. Face coverings are required for all vendors and patrons. Booths will be arranged to allow for ample space for safe social distancing. Temperature taken at entry. For…

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This Friday, April 23rd, marks this year's first sunset party in Bluffton. The kick off event will be held on the May River at Oyster Factory Park.

Enjoy live music, food trucks, and drink vendors while listening to some great live music. CornBreD will be playing on Friday, and they are fantastic. You will love them! 

Tickets are $10 per person (kids under 12 are free). Kids and leashed pets are welcome. 5:30 - 9:30pm. More information here.

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Under Contract is this gorgeous home in Hampton Hall. We knew it wouldn't take long with its multiple living areas and a nature preserve for a backyard! 

Not only is this house great, but so is the community. These new owners will have plenty to do all year round. 

We have buyers looking in Hampton Hall but inventory is low. If you or someone you know is interested in selling their Hampton Hall home, give us a call today. 

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Our buyers couldn't be happier with this new construction home in Sun City. It's everything they were looking for. Personally, I love the cascading sliding doors to the outdoor screened patio! 

We have other buyers looking in Sun City and inventory is low. If you are interested in selling, give us us call. 

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Amid the hustle and bustle of beach life on Hilton Head Island and the daily grind of Bluffton, sometimes we just need to escape! There's nothing better than a day trip to Charleston, SC exploring hidden alleys, gorgeous flower-box lined streets, and hidden historical hideaways. Grab your walking shoes and lose yourself in all there is to explore. Leave the guidebooks at home. Close your eyes and imagine a bygone era. The best way to see Historic Charleston is on foot and to weave in and out of cobblestone streets and hidden pathways. Don't forget to ask locals where their favorite spots are. You will be surprised by what you find!

This spring, drink up the heady smell of new blooms as everything starts to come alive in Charleston. It is the perfect…

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