Barbara Garrard, Realtor - Howard Hanna Allen Tate Lowcountry

09/02/2026

Selling Your Lowcountry Home? Here’s Your Pre-Showing Safety Checklist: 🏡

In honor of REALTOR® Safety Awareness Month, here are four quick ways to safeguard your home and personal privacy before opening the door to prospective buyers:

• Secure Prescription Medications: Store all medications in a locked box or take them with you.

• Hide Personal Documents: Tuck away mail, bank statements, and items displaying family schedules or account numbers.

• Safeguard Valuables: Keep fine jewelry, small electronics, and spare keys out of open sightlines.

• Lock Up Heirlooms & Fi****ms: Ensure all fi****ms and sensitive collectibles are safely secured in a locked safe.

Thoughtful prep gives you peace of mind so we can focus on getting your home sold!

Thinking about listing this fall? Let's connect and map out a smooth, secure selling strategy

🌐 barbaragarrard.allentate.com

08/24/2026

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Client Love

Helping clients transition smoothly—especially from across state lines—is at the heart of what I do. 🌴🏡A huge thank you to David for placing his trust in me to navigate the journey every step of the way!

Thinking about making a move to the Lowcountry? Let's connect and make your relocation seamless and stress-free. 👇

• [email protected]
• (440) 610-0608

07/13/2026

✨ JUST LISTED: Deepwater Acreage on the Ashepoo River! ✨

Discover your own private, 3-acre waterfront paradise at 211 Waters Ct in Walterboro, SC. Located just 30 minutes from Charleston, this rare lot offers the ultimate setting for a custom dream home or weekend retreat.

The Highlights:
• Deepwater Access: Launch your boat or kayak right from your backyard.
• Ready to Build: Already cleared for a private homesite with an approved septic permit in hand!
• Lowcountry Living: Cruise beneath moss-draped oaks and peaceful tidal creeks all the way out to the Atlantic.

Offered at $180,000! If you’ve been searching for rare deep water acreage in the heart of the Lowcountry, this is a must-see.

Send me a message or visit my website to explore more details today! 👇

🌐 barbaragarrard.allentate.com

06/17/2026

🚨 AN INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNITY IN RIVERTON POINTE! 🚨

Due to a corporate work relocation, the sellers of 465 Azalea Place are highly motivated and have adjusted this beautiful home to $749,000! 💼✈️

The Highlights:
🏡 Pristine, contemporary design with premium upgrades throughout.
🌳 Expansive privacy on a highly desirable, oversized lot.
🌴 Endless resort-style living: premier golf, fitness, and luxury amenities.

This move-in ready luxury home represents incredible value in today’s market. Send me a message or visit my website to schedule your walkthrough today! 👇

🌐 barbaragarrard.allentate.com
📱 Contact Barb Garrard for private showing details. (440) 610-0608

06/09/2026

Do you have a tattered, faded, or worn American flag at home that needs to be retired? 🇺🇸 Let us help you honor it properly.

In celebration of Flag Day, our Howard Hanna Allen Tate Sun City/Okatie office is hosting a U.S. Flag Collection for Proper Retirement. If you have any non-serviceable flags, please bring them by the office so we can ensure they receive a respectful and proper retirement.

📅 Drop-off Deadline: Thursday, June 11th, 2026
📍 Location: 16 William Pope Drive, Suite 101, Bluffton, SC
📞 Questions? Give us a call at (843) 705-3351

Thank you so much for helping us honor our nation’s symbols! 💙❤️

06/09/2026

✨ FEATURED LISTING ✨

Looking for a stress-free move into Sun City Hilton Head? Welcome to 115 Honesty Lane! 🏡🌴

This beautifully maintained Primrose model is offered fully furnished and move-in ready—perfect for a vacation getaway or a turn-key investment property.

The Highlights:
🛋️ Fully furnished with LVP flooring & elegant crown molding.
🍳 Eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances and bar seating.
🛏️ 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, plus a cozy den/office space.
🌿 Back patio with a remote-controlled awning overlooking a peaceful lagoon and natural pond view full of wildlife.
🚗 Extended garage with pull-down stairs for maximum storage.

Offered at $374,900! Turn-key opportunities this pristine don't last long.

Drop a comment or send me a message to schedule your tour! 👇
🌐 barbaragarrard.allentate.com

06/08/2026

Finding a house is easy. Finding the perfect home? That takes a little more heart, a bit of patience, and a deep understanding of what makes a space truly feel like yours. 🏡✨

Here in the Lowcountry, the choices are as beautiful as they are diverse. Whether your dream is a sun-drenched morning room overlooking a quiet tidal marsh, a vibrant active-adult lifestyle in Sun City, or a stunning golf-course retreat in Riverton Pointe, the perfect match is out there. 🌴🌅

My goal isn’t just to hand you keys—it’s to help you navigate our unique local market with total confidence and zero stress.

If you’ve been thinking about making a move this summer but aren't sure where to start, let's grab a cup of coffee and chat about what "perfect" looks like for you. Send me a message or visit my website today! ☕👇

🌐 barbaragarrard.allentate.com

06/07/2026

Open House TODAY! 🏡✨

If you have been looking for the perfect opportunity to embrace the premier Lowcountry golf and resort lifestyle, your Sunday afternoon plans are officially set. Come join me today from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM to tour 465 Azalea Place in the spectacular Riverton Pointe community.

This thoughtfully designed home is situated on a beautiful, oversized lot and features an incredible price reduction—now offered at $849,000!

✨ PLUS A SPECIAL SUMMER SELLER CONCESSION: ✨
To make your transition into the resort lifestyle even smoother, the seller is offering a credit to fully cover the community initiation fee with any valid, signed purchase offer received by June 30th!

This gorgeous property is completely move-in ready and full of stunning modern finishes. Whether you're actively searching for your dream retreat or simply want to explore what makes the Riverton Pointe community so uniquely special, I would love to welcome you this afternoon.

Stop by, say hello, and let's find your piece of paradise! 🥂🌴

📍 Location: 465 Azalea Place, Hardeeville/Bluffton Area (Riverton Pointe) ⏰ Time: TODAY, Sunday, June 7th from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

06/02/2026

Thinking about touring a few open houses this summer? 🏡✨

Open houses are a fantastic, low-pressure way to explore different neighborhoods, get a feel for home layouts, and narrow down your wish list. But to truly make the most of your walkthrough, it helps to look past the beautiful staging and ask the right questions!

On the blog today, I'm breaking down the most important questions you should ask when touring a home—from uncovering the age of the hidden home systems to figuring out what the neighborhood vibe is really like after hours.

Head over to the link below to read the full story and ensure you're stepping into your next tour with confidence! 👇

🔗 https://blog.allentate.com/partner/barbaragarrard/10-open-houses-questions/

Take advantage of open houses by arriving prepared to ask the right questions. Here are 10 important questions to ask at the next open house you attend.

05/30/2026

Happening TODAY! 🏡✨

Are you looking for the perfect excuse to explore the premier Lowcountry golf and resort lifestyle? Come spend part of your Saturday afternoon with me! I'm hosting an Open House at 465 Azalea Place in the gorgeous Riverton Pointe community from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

This stunning home has been recently price-reduced and is entirely move-in ready. If you've been waiting for the right moment to find your piece of South Carolina paradise, this is one you truly don't want to miss.

📍 Location: 465 Azalea Place, Hardeeville, SC (Riverton Pointe)

🆔 MLS #: 507966

⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM TODAY

Stop by to tour the pristine layout, see the beautiful kitchen, and check out the peaceful views for yourself. I can't wait to welcome you!🌴