Melanie DeHaven
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Melanie DeHaven

  • Resources
      My Home Didn't Sell! Now What?
  • Neighborhoods
      Coosaw Creek Country Club
  • Contact
Melanie DeHaven

Melanie DeHaven

I have been a REALTOR® for 20 + years and a Charleston area resident for 47 years. As the Charleston Area Expert, I can help you with selling, buying, and any other real estate needs that you may have. Check out my listings, Search for properties, and Learn more about me and my business.

Visit my website, Charleston Luxury Homes

Realtor® of Distinction - Charleston Trident Association of Realtors®

Carolina Elite Real Estate

706 N Cedar St
Summerville , SC 29483
United States

Recent Articles

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02 Oct 2025

How to Spot Real Estate Scams (and Protect Your Investment)

by Melanie DeHaven

Real estate scams are targeting more victims than ever before, and they’re becoming increasingly sophisticated. Nearly 10,000 Americans fell victim to real estate fraud in 2024, losing over $173 million according to FBI reports.1...

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03 Sep 2025

What Makes a Great Long-Term Rental Property? A Checklist for Smart Investors

by Melanie DeHaven

Real estate continues to dominate as America’s favorite long-term investment strategy. For the 12th consecutive year, 37% of Americans consider real estate the top investment choice—nearly doubling stocks at just 16%.1 This isn’t just...

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01 Aug 2025

10 Hidden Home Maintenance Tasks That Could Save You Thousands

by Melanie DeHaven

As a homeowner, you’re likely diligent about the basics—mowing the lawn, touching up paint, and cleaning regularly. But what about the critical home maintenance tasks you don’t see every day? Research shows that home...

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08 Jul 2025

Real Estate Market Update: What Mid-Year Indicators Mean for Your Next Move

by Melanie DeHaven

As we reach the midpoint of 2025, the U.S. housing market stands at a critical juncture. The frenzy of the pandemic-era real estate boom has long since cooled, but in its place we’re seeing...

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04 Jun 2025

Ready to Buy or Sell a Home? Here Are 5 Key Factors in Choosing the Right Agent

by Melanie DeHaven

Navigating the real estate market without guidance is like starting an expedition without a map. Whether you’re selling your cherished family home or searching for your dream property, having the right real estate agent...

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01 May 2025

Selling Your Home In 2025? Here’s What Buyers Want (And How To Deliver)

by Melanie DeHaven

Thinking about listing your home in 2025? If so, you’re smart to start planning ahead. With housing inventory rising in many market segments, today’s sellers need more than just a “for sale” sign to...

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01 Apr 2025

5 Roadblocks To Affordable Homeownership (And Ways To Move Past Them)

by Melanie DeHaven

Dreaming of a new home but feeling priced out? You’re not alone! According to a recent survey by Bankrate, 78% of aspiring homebuyers cite affordability issues as their primary deterrent.1  According to data from...

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20 Mar 2025

Home-Related Tax Deductions

by Melanie DeHaven

Tax season. Just the words can send shivers down your spine. But if you’re a homeowner, there’s a silver lining: potential savings!  You’ve probably heard that you can deduct the interest you pay on...

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03 Feb 2025

4 Home Remodeling Projects with the Highest ROI

by Melanie DeHaven

Ask any homeowner about what they would like to change about their home, and most will say, “How much time do you have? Home improvements (cue Tim Allen) or home remodeling projects can stem...

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01 Feb 2025

4 Home Improvement Projects with the Highest ROI

by Melanie DeHaven

Ask any homeowner about what they would like to change about their home, and most will say, “How much time do you have? Home improvements (cue Tim Allen) or home remodeling projects can stem...

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