I was raised in Beaufort. It has more diversity than Bluffton or Hilton Head. From my experience, I have never experienced any heavy racism. I'm the type who gets along with friends or foes and can put a smile on many faces. Ignore the nay sayers and live your life to the fullest. I still live here and my kids and I are happy. We have God and he's all you need for peace, joy and happiness. Stay blessed!!!!❤️
Great information Carl! Nothing wrong with honesty. Some of those things (except mosquitos in December) are part of the charm that people are looking for. Very creative way to talk about the the uniqueness of Beaufort.
The nats are god awful, and the mosquitos are almost big enough to carry you off. Did I mention the flying roaches that come out of the marshes at night? Certainly a sight to see. The salt air will rust everything you have and the humidity is off the chart.
I was stationed at MCAS BEAUFORT for 3+ years, sir...best time of my life...there are several cities/towns that have historical societies that restrict changes to homes...quit knocking Beaufort, SC and the MCAS...that was your first knock on the area and it makes me SICK that you would do that...
Thank you for being so informative and candid. It indeed helped us since we're from the Pacific NW and we definitely want to avoid some of these things on the list. Beaufort will be a lovely place to visit ☺
If you want to follow a rambling man’s reason why not move to South Carolina go for it I live here it is beautiful here yes cost of living is high as retirees love moving here winter is mild warms up towards end of February hurricane season is from June till October we’ve been blessed major hurricane was Hugo in 89 Hurricane Matthew in 2016 which caused some damage on the outer, lying islands, all in all still a nice place to live just my humble opinion and I wasn’t born here
Lol. Not all of those zoning rules apply. As far as the remodels the zoning rules only apply in the townships and city, they just want you to pay the permit fee. If you live in the incorporated county areas no ones going to force you to follow codes unless you live in a POA/HOA, and even then those are limited to only the exterior. Even if you have a home on the historical register, unless you participate in the home tours they cant control what you do inside your home. What you will have issues with is tree grooming and removal, in Beaufort County they are very serious about their trees! Hurricanes: the locals don’t worry unless Savannah is in the bullseye, if Savannah gets hit Beaufort County is screwed. If you evacuate, TAKE YOUR PETS! Flood insurance is a racket, read the policy well because there’s several important things flood insurance doesn’t cover and it’s expensive with the price rising yearly. If you move here, be respectful of the history and culture! We have families here that are direct descendants of freed slaves, some still live in the family home. All of that being said, us locals love it here and we wont change a thing. #BeautifulBeaufortbytheSea
ty tena I would not be DISCOURAGE about relocating there. any place u move to is going to have pros and cons. it depends on what u make it to b and also most importantly being a blessing to others wherever u decide to live.😊
Moved here when an acre of land was $5,000. Since then there's been a steady increase in homeless people begging on the streets, traffic now everywhere bumper to bumper, rent went up astronomically, food prices increased, home prices increased, litter and trash everywhere on the streets, no more woods, green trees just new homes and apts built on the marshes, flooding increased at Walmart parking lot, all the fishing spots and beaches are over crowed now, a bunch of people have moved here and the schools are overflowing with bad kids. Still a bunch of low wage jobs. Churches still half empty.
Another reason not to come is that people moving here is ripping the soul out of Beaufort. I’ve lived here all my life and I remember when Beaufort was more local. When you could recognize everyone to saw. Now tourism has killed places like Fripp and Hunting where I’ve spent my childhood. Beaufort is a beautiful, amazing place and I want it to stay that wat
I love the area would sometimes vacation down there where some of my family live. But I'm staying in WV. Love Bay St. and my favorite shop is NEVERMORE BOOKS on Craven at the RAVEN
Beaufort is huge… I’m a native local resident was a small town and Beaufort County reaches from Hilton head all the way to Yemasee it’s around 920 square miles far from a small town in my opinion… A small town here would be considered bamberg county that’s 1 example
Great information. I'm looking at buying a house on St. Helena Island's north end. Not sure how I feel about hearing the jets... Well, I know how I feel, actually... not great. lol
@@CarlKratzRealtorSC You are Welcome ! Carl. I hope you are having a Great Day of the First Day of Summer. My family and their friends are in Disney World. Spending a lot of $$$$$$. 2,200 per Day. Not including the fuel to get there and back. YIKES. ????
I am very interested in moving to low country. I am originally from St. Augustine, now I live on Michigan & have not moved since I was an adult. It’s so hard to know even where to start! I want to live in a historic sort of area that is a smaller town with beautiful views on the coast. I’d love the charming feel of a quaint beach front town with amazing views, marsh included. What are my best options?
Sir, i have an opportunity to work in Parris island, which nieghborhood or city do you recommend that's that's the most family oriented and active for outdoor families?
Mossy Oaks is a great neighborhood close to Parris Island. We are living in an area that we can enjoy the outside year round. Call or text me if you can give me more of your perimeters. 843.247.9373
This is going to ruin your chances to run the Chamber of Commerce. Unintentionally, the very things you maligned are the very things that make Beaufort so attractive (except the bugs) Am I crazy to think this might have been a mistake for a realtor? Having lived there off and on over the years and find it nearly perfect, so I'm discounting the "Debbie Downer" aspects of your commentary.
I guess one issue is the racism and hate for diversity coming at you from all sides. Yikes. I thought the south was chill but clearly completely intolerant. Glad you made the video because the comments are very telling. Sad that you’ve all pretty much made national news because of small town political, psychopathic tyrants and now I see that there’s a ton of bigotry on every angle. Ugly stuff buried in all that “southern charm”. I’m a conservative and was looking to get out of Massachusetts because of winter but we all get along great up here, I guess I’d miss that about the north.
I can give double your count not to move to Tennessee the untire Tennessee save yourself anymore thinking about coming here don't you will loose everything you got
I would be happy to move to Beaufort. I'm just a few mins down the road and I think it is a fine place to live. I'm just sharing my opinions and facts about the area. It isn't a hate video.
I was raised in Beaufort. It has more diversity than Bluffton or Hilton Head. From my experience, I have never experienced any heavy racism. I'm the type who gets along with friends or foes and can put a smile on many faces. Ignore the nay sayers and live your life to the fullest. I still live here and my kids and I are happy. We have God and he's all you need for peace, joy and happiness. Stay blessed!!!!❤️
Is it a safe town in general basis? Does it have good universities and is it affordable for living?
Great information Carl! Nothing wrong with honesty. Some of those things (except mosquitos in December) are part of the charm that people are looking for. Very creative way to talk about the the uniqueness of Beaufort.
The nats are god awful, and the mosquitos are almost big enough to carry you off. Did I mention the flying roaches that come out of the marshes at night? Certainly a sight to see. The salt air will rust everything you have and the humidity is off the chart.
Beaufort has been overrun by high anxiety northern retirees.
more people coming from those higher tax states...
I was stationed at MCAS BEAUFORT for 3+ years, sir...best time of my life...there are several cities/towns that have historical societies that restrict changes to homes...quit knocking Beaufort, SC and the MCAS...that was your first knock on the area and it makes me SICK that you would do that...
@@charlesjohnson3534 If you bothered to watch the video you would know that I am pro Beaufort, but I also try to give an honest portrait of the area.
Thank you for being so informative and candid. It indeed helped us since we're from the Pacific NW and we definitely want to avoid some of these things on the list. Beaufort will be a lovely place to visit ☺
If you want to follow a rambling man’s reason why not move to South Carolina go for it I live here it is beautiful here yes cost of living is high as retirees love moving here winter is mild warms up towards end of February hurricane season is from June till October we’ve been blessed major hurricane was Hugo in 89 Hurricane Matthew in 2016 which caused some damage on the outer, lying islands, all in all still a nice place to live just my humble opinion and I wasn’t born here
I grew up on Laurel bay…. I love Beaufort. It’s sickening how so many people are losing their land and birthrights to resorts and golf courses…
I'm glad to see that Beaufort County appears to be blocking the proposed golf course community on St Helena.
Losing their land or… willingly $elling it off to the highest bidder??
Either way, no bueno.
Lol. Not all of those zoning rules apply. As far as the remodels the zoning rules only apply in the townships and city, they just want you to pay the permit fee. If you live in the incorporated county areas no ones going to force you to follow codes unless you live in a POA/HOA, and even then those are limited to only the exterior. Even if you have a home on the historical register, unless you participate in the home tours they cant control what you do inside your home. What you will have issues with is tree grooming and removal, in Beaufort County they are very serious about their trees! Hurricanes: the locals don’t worry unless Savannah is in the bullseye, if Savannah gets hit Beaufort County is screwed. If you evacuate, TAKE YOUR PETS! Flood insurance is a racket, read the policy well because there’s several important things flood insurance doesn’t cover and it’s expensive with the price rising yearly. If you move here, be respectful of the history and culture! We have families here that are direct descendants of freed slaves, some still live in the family home. All of that being said, us locals love it here and we wont change a thing. #BeautifulBeaufortbytheSea
ty tena I would not be DISCOURAGE about relocating there. any place u move to is going to have pros and cons. it depends on what u make it to b and also most importantly being a blessing to others wherever u decide to live.😊
Very informative. Thanks!
Thanks for your informative video. We live in Pittsburgh, PA and have planned a trip to Beaufort in July.
not worth it tbh, absolutely nothing to do here
Moved here when an acre of land was $5,000. Since then there's been a steady increase in homeless people begging on the streets, traffic now everywhere bumper to bumper, rent went up astronomically, food prices increased, home prices increased, litter and trash everywhere on the streets, no more woods, green trees just new homes and apts built on the marshes, flooding increased at Walmart parking lot, all the fishing spots and beaches are over crowed now, a bunch of people have moved here and the schools are overflowing with bad kids. Still a bunch of low wage jobs. Churches still half empty.
most accurate comment i’ve seen abt bft
And only 2 ways of escape out of northern beaufort county broad river bridge and whale branch bridge when a tempest is on the way.
Another reason not to come is that people moving here is ripping the soul out of Beaufort. I’ve lived here all my life and I remember when Beaufort was more local. When you could recognize everyone to saw. Now tourism has killed places like Fripp and Hunting where I’ve spent my childhood. Beaufort is a beautiful, amazing place and I want it to stay that wat
Thanks for the info 😊
I love the area would sometimes vacation down there where some of my family live. But I'm staying in WV. Love Bay St. and my favorite shop is NEVERMORE BOOKS on Craven at the RAVEN
Beaufort is huge… I’m a native local resident was a small town and Beaufort County reaches from Hilton head all the way to Yemasee it’s around 920 square miles far from a small town in my opinion… A small town here would be considered bamberg county that’s 1 example
good stuff. coming down in may to scope out the area. i am born and raised in rhode island, but do not plan to retire here.
Great information. I'm looking at buying a house on St. Helena Island's north end. Not sure how I feel about hearing the jets... Well, I know how I feel, actually... not great. lol
Good to know. # 1 is definitely a huge issue !
Thanks for this!
Great Video Sir. Not candy coated like several others that I have seen. A1..
Thank you.
@@CarlKratzRealtorSC You are Welcome ! Carl. I hope you are having a Great Day of the First Day of Summer.
My family and their friends are in Disney World. Spending a lot of $$$$$$. 2,200 per Day. Not including the fuel to get there and back. YIKES. ????
Don't worry, we're not coming but we are going to SC further north.
Please don't
Second comment: Good video. I subscribed
Can you tell me if your inventory has increased in 2024? Are there any new build communities w amenities in Beaufort? Thanks Mr Kratz
Sorry for the delay. Inventor is increasing.
I am very interested in moving to low country. I am originally from St. Augustine, now I live on Michigan & have not moved since I was an adult. It’s so hard to know even where to start! I want to live in a historic sort of area that is a smaller town with beautiful views on the coast. I’d love the charming feel of a quaint beach front town with amazing views, marsh included. What are my best options?
Beaufort, SC has historic places with a small-town feel to it. Fripp Island, SC has many ocean front homes for sale!
Looking 4 ward to meeting U . Sir . Keep the faith my friend.
Shocking, a Bluffton realtor telling UA-cam why not to move to the competing city
You obviously didn't watch the video. I think Beaufort is a fine place to live. I Sell in Beaufort and own property in Beaufort too.
Sir, i have an opportunity to work in Parris island, which nieghborhood or city do you recommend that's that's the most family oriented and active for outdoor families?
Mossy Oaks is a great neighborhood close to Parris Island. We are living in an area that we can enjoy the outside year round. Call or text me if you can give me more of your perimeters. 843.247.9373
I love Cottage Farm
There are lots of children! It also has a long biking trail, a fishing pond, and a neighborhood dock!
I am looking to work in MCAS Beufort I am a retired Marine. Where would you recommend I live?
In Beaufort, SC
It depends on what you are looking for. Sorry for the delayed response. Please call me.
Ridgeland. It’s easier to spell
I would love to buy a house here. can I come see you tomorrow?
Call or text me 843.247.9373
My sister live there
Your sister could do a lot worse than Beaufort!
This is going to ruin your chances to run the Chamber of Commerce. Unintentionally, the very things you maligned are the very things that make Beaufort so attractive (except the bugs) Am I crazy to think this might have been a mistake for a realtor? Having lived there off and on over the years and find it nearly perfect, so I'm discounting the "Debbie Downer" aspects of your commentary.
We're full, no more room and you'll hate it. Please pick somewhere else!
Do you have contact info?
It is in the description, but my cell is 843.247.9373 or email is carl.kratz@gmail.com.
I guess one issue is the racism and hate for diversity coming at you from all sides. Yikes. I thought the south was chill but clearly completely intolerant. Glad you made the video because the comments are very telling. Sad that you’ve all pretty much made national news because of small town political, psychopathic tyrants and now I see that there’s a ton of bigotry on every angle. Ugly stuff buried in all that “southern charm”. I’m a conservative and was looking to get out of Massachusetts because of winter but we all get along great up here, I guess I’d miss that about the north.
I can give double your count not to move to Tennessee the untire Tennessee save yourself anymore thinking about coming here don't you will loose everything you got
Horrible place to live for a multitude of reasons.
Over run with non citizens!!
move
I would be happy to move to Beaufort. I'm just a few mins down the road and I think it is a fine place to live. I'm just sharing my opinions and facts about the area. It isn't a hate video.
That's a lot of reasons. Let's Go Brandon!
LOL TRUMPANZEE ⛓⛓🤡⛓⛓
@@_SPREZZATURA_McGEE_ Trump is a lifelong Dem. Republicans had better be quick to impeach Biden before they lose the House.
Born an raised here, so don’t forget the heavy racism.
I would like to think that there is less of an issue these days, but I'm not sure that I can judge the amount of racism being white.
Goes both ways.
@@ltcajh BS