Welcome to the blog of the Patrick O'Connor Team, your premier resource for real estate insights in the South Carolina Midlands. Our content offers expert analysis on market trends, home-selling strategies, and local community guides. We provide the knowledge you need to make informed real estate decisions while also helping you discover the best of what Columbia and the surrounding areas have to offer.
Confused by mismatched tax assessments, online estimates, and listing prices for your Lake Murray home? A property appraisal is the licensed valuation lenders and serious buyers rely on. Here’s what it measures, what it doesn’t, and how to prepare.
Read MoreIf you want to sell your house in Irmo, SC, start with a clear path from listing to closing. Mid-2026 Irmo shows a median around $254,000 and average 41 days on market. This guide covers pricing, cash vs FSBO vs agent, prep that pays off, and South Carolina closing costs.
Read MoreEvery Irmo homeowner asks what their home is worth right now. Online estimates can swing tens of thousands of dollars. This guide breaks down 2026 Irmo market data, neighborhood price-per-square-foot ranges, and three ways to get a reliable number for your specific home.
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