Nikki Gaskins has experience in various media markets, including Charleston and Myrtle Beach, SC, as well as Savannah, GA. She has been writing professionally for more than 15 years.
Elderly Berkeley Co. man murdered, body found in forest
The coroner says a body found down Bonneau Road in the Francis Marion Forest is the victim of a homicide.
13 Freakishly Ginormous Vegetables That'll Make You Do a Double-Take
Vegetables can be pretty yummy depending on how you cook them.
Personally, potatoes are my favorite. I love when they're transformed into french fries! Sure, it's not exactly healthy when they're cooked that way, but, boy, it's tasty!
No matter what kind of vegetable is your favorite, it's safe to say most veggies you've probably encountered have all been relatively normal size. Of course, there are those super rare occasions when some vegetables keep growing and growing and growing...well, y...
Pastor of Goose Creek Tiny Chapel Passes Away
GOOSE CREEK, S.C. — If you drive back and forth along St. James Avenue in Goose Creek, it’s hard to not notice the small, quaint chapel that sits quietly off to the road.
The Wedding and Prayer Chapel has been a fixture in the heart of the city for the last 32 years all thanks to Rev. Mayford ‘M. C.’
The Ultimate Guide to Popular Architectural Styles: From Mid-Century Modern to Mediterranean
One of the first things that capture a home shopper's attention is the architectural style of a house. Like price and square footage, the design of a house is one of the major factors that go into their decision to tour—and maybe even buy—a home.
In the United States, a plethora of architectural designs exists from coast to coast. Some styles are region-specific, while others can be found in neighborhoods all around the country.
Whether you're trying to identify a particular style or determin...
6 Jaw-Droppingly Candid 'For Sale' Signs That Prove Creativity Can Get You Noticed
Home sellers—and their real estate agents—go to great lengths to capture the attention of potential buyers. Some dress up in a dinosaur costume to make the listing photos stand out, some offer freebies such as tacos or beer with the purchase of the home, and some host over-the-top open houses with live entertainment and a buffet of fancy finger food.
Clever as those marketing methods are, one of the best ways to create buzz about your home is far more basic: a "For Sale" sign that will stop p...
What Are Granny Pods? A Way to Keep Aging Parents Close to Home
After children grow up and leave the nest, their parents may enjoy their newfound freedom for a while. But as those parents grow older, they and their adult kids may think about living close together again—but in a way that preserves everyone's independence. Enter the granny pod, an affordable living solution for retirees wanting to downsize.
What is a granny pod?
Basically, a granny pod is a small modular home, typically between 300 and 500 square feet, that sits in the backyard of a main ho...
Look on the Bright Side: 6 Ways to View Your House's Flaws in a Positive Light
So you’re getting ready to list your house for sale, but its flaws keep staring you straight in the face. Your bedrooms are small. The kitchen needs new paint. The place desperately needs a new roof.
As hard as it may be, don't beat yourself up over the features that some buyers may see as undesirable. The truth is, no house is perfect, and a successful sale always comes down to connecting with the right buyer.
Here's the reality: Many potential buyers may actually see the flaws of a home as ...
Exurbs vs. Suburbs: Do You Know the Difference?
If city living sounds undesirable, buying in the suburbs or exurbs might be more your speed. While moving to the heart of a big city means being near major employers, top hospitals, schools, and culture, owning outside major metropolitan areas has a whole different set of advantages.
Exurbs and suburbs came about from a desire for more space and privacy within proximity of city features. And while suburbs and exurbs do share many similarities—more square footage, less noise, less pollution, m...
14 Factors That Can Stall the Mortgage Closing Process
Once you find your dream house and your purchase offer is accepted, you need to get through one more step before you move in: mortgage closing. The time it takes to close on a home will vary from one person to the next. When everything goes right, loan closings can be completed in as little as 21 to 28 days, says Atlanta-based real estate agent Bruce Ailion. Currently, Ellie Mae reports that the average closing time for home loans is 44 days.
“Factors like the type of home loan or last-minute...
15 Curvy Celebrities Who Prove Sexy Comes In All Shapes and Sizes
The average American female is 5'4", has a waist size of 37 inches, and weighs 166 pounds. But despite that crucial fact, most fashion and beauty magazines are noticeably void of curvy women. Doesn't make any sense, does it? Trust us. We're just as confused as you are.
Luckily, we have a whole crop of curvy celebrities who are fed up with it. These kick-ass women are taking a stand against the media's ridiculous idea of what the "perfect body" should look like by proudly flaunting what their ...
Breast Augmentation Surgery: Your Ultimate Guide To Amazing Results
Specialist Cosmetic Surgery: Ghostwritten article by me (Approx 8,000 words)
8 Foods You HAVE to Eat to Lose Weight | more.com
8 Foods You HAVE to Eat to Lose Weight | more.com
25 Incredible Photos From Berkeley County's Past - The Berkeley ...
25 Incredible Photos From Berkeley County's Past - ...
Popular Fairy Tale Characters Transformed Into Criminals - Daily Crime Blotter
Popular Fairy Tale Characters Transformed Into Crim...
Surviving Family of Justin Turner Demands Justice in Murder, Meets with Sheriff's Office - The Berkeley Observer
Surviving Family of Justin Turner Demands Justice i...