Meet the Team: Daniella Squicquero | Partner, Co-Founder

Meet Daniella, the other half of the duo behind The Hilton Head Life and The Beaufort Life brands.  [Ric here.] You may, at some time, have been asked to describe someone you know in a single word. Words like passionate, charming, focused and loving may come to mind. As Daniella’s partner — in business and life — it would be impossible for me to describe her in a single word. So, I’ll attempt it in two: completely captivating. For those who know her, Daniella is incredibly talented, driven, kind, brilliant, hilarious, gracious, caring and beautiful. To those closest to her, she’s… Read More

3 Signs the Housing Market Is on the Rebound

The residential real estate market has essentially been plodding along for most of the year. However, three recent reports show the market may be on the verge of a rebound: 1. Existing Home Sales (closed sales) are up, marking two consecutive months of growth. 2. Pending Home Sales (contracts signed) are up with each of the four major regions reporting both month-over-month growth and year-over-year gains in contract activity. Here is the month-over-month growth: The Northeast rose 0.7% The Midwest increased 0.6% The South increased 1.4% The West grew 3.1% 3. Buyer Traffic (the number of people shopping for a… Read More

Behind the Gates | Windmill Harbour

Homes and boats along the Windmill Harbour Marina | The Hilton Head Life

Windmill Harbour… The name itself evokes sounds of ships’ bells and a coastal town dripping in golden sunlight reflecting off of sparkling waters, while seagulls call overhead in the ocean breeze. All who enter this conveniently-located — yet relatively little-known — gem are taken by its Charlestonian charms, natural Lowcountry surroundings and the magnificently subtle elegance perfected by only a relative handful of communities. A Sanctuary Unto Itself While it boasts a Hilton Head address, Windmill Harbour is technically located on Jenkins Island, a stop between the mainland (after crossing Pinckney Island, the whole of which is a beautiful Wildlife… Read More