Myrtle Beach Buyer Representation

Buying a Home in Myrtle Beach, SC

Local guidance, personal representation and straightforward advice from the first conversation through closing.

Whether you are relocating, buying a vacation property, planning for retirement or simply ready to call the Grand Strand home, Ashley DeLong will help you understand the market, compare your options and move forward at your own pace.

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360+ Homes personally sold

Top 1% of Myrtle Beach real estate agents

30+ Years living in the Myrtle Beach area

1 Agent from your first showing through closing

Your Full-Time Vacation Awaits

Buying along the Grand Strand is about more than finding the right house. It is about finding the location, community and lifestyle that make Myrtle Beach feel like home.

People move to Myrtle Beach for many reasons: professional opportunities, warmer weather, a different pace of life, retirement, the beach or simply more time outdoors. Whatever brings you here, buying the right property starts with understanding how the different areas of the Grand Strand actually compare.

Ashley's approach is simple. She listens first, helps you understand your options and gives you the information you need to make a confident decision. There is no pressure to move faster than you are comfortable moving.

Ashley is very easy to work with and listens to her clients with their home search.

— Lorraine Liotta

Why Buy With Ashley DeLong

Experience matters, but so does knowing exactly who will answer the phone, write your offer and guide you through closing.

No Team Handoffs

No assistants and no passing you from person to person. Ashley personally handles your purchase from the first showing through closing.

Trusted Local Professionals

Access to lenders, attorneys, inspectors and insurance professionals Ashley works with in the Myrtle Beach market.

Local MLS Access

Search homes from brokers throughout Horry County and receive new-listing updates directly from the local market.

Full-Time for 12 Years

Real estate is not a side job here. Over 12 years full-time Ashley has personally sold more than 360 homes, while the average Myrtle Beach agent sells three a year.

Ashley has been a full-time REALTOR® for more than 12 years and has personally sold more than 360 homes. She ranks in the Top 1% of Myrtle Beach real estate agents and has also been recognized as a Top 10 RE/MAX Real Estate Agent in South Carolina.

She is a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS), a member of the RE/MAX Hall of Fame and an alumna of Coastal Carolina University.

Local Knowledge

Thirty Years in Horry County

Ashley has called the Myrtle Beach area home for more than 30 years. That local perspective matters because the Grand Strand is not one uniform real estate market.

Carolina Forest, Conway, North Myrtle Beach, the oceanfront sections, Grande Dunes, Barefoot Resort, Market Common and communities farther north and south can differ substantially in housing style, pricing, insurance considerations, traffic patterns and lifestyle.

Her job is to help you understand those differences so you can decide what fits you best.

Some clients need to purchase quickly. Others spend several months learning the market before making an offer. Both approaches are perfectly fine.

The Myrtle Beach Home Buying Process

Ashley keeps the process organized and straightforward, from defining your search through getting the keys.

Initial Consultation

We'll discuss your needs, priorities, timing and price range along with the type of property you are considering. We will also talk through the Myrtle Beach neighborhoods and areas that may fit your lifestyle.

If you need financing, Ashley can connect you with local mortgage professionals who regularly work with buyers in the Grand Strand market.
Set Up Your Property Search

Ashley will create an automated property search so you can receive new listings that match your criteria as they enter the market.

Searches usually begin somewhat broad. As you tour properties and determine which features matter most, the search can be refined around your true must-haves.
Tour Homes & Neighborhoods

For the first few outings, Ashley often recommends viewing several properties together so you can efficiently compare homes, neighborhoods, condition and value.

Seeing properties in person also helps clarify what you like, what you do not need and which communities feel right.
Make an Offer

When you find the right home, Ashley will prepare a Comparative Market Analysis to help determine fair market value .

She will communicate with the listing agent, review competing-offer conditions when available and structure the contract around price, timing and the other terms that matter to you.

If negotiation is needed, Ashley will guide you through the options and help you decide how to respond.

Ashley did a fabulous job assisting us with buying our vacation home. She provided valuable information about the Myrtle Beach area and kept us informed of the various steps involved.
— Jon & Marlena Pheneger
Contract to Close

Once the contract is accepted, earnest money is deposited and the due-diligence period begins. This is when inspections are completed and any applicable repair negotiations take place.

Your lender, attorney, inspector and insurance provider will all have items to complete during this period. Ashley helps keep those pieces moving and makes sure you know what comes next.
Closing Day

Before closing, you will receive final settlement figures showing the amount needed to complete the transaction. A final walk-through can also be scheduled before signing.

Once all required documents have been signed and the transaction has been recorded, the property officially becomes yours and the keys can be released.

For an overview of typical expenses, visit the Myrtle Beach Home Cost Worksheet .
After Closing

Ashley's help does not stop when the keys change hands. If questions come up after closing or you need recommendations for contractors, service providers or other local resources, she remains available.

We have been extremely impressed by Ashley's work ethic, consistent responsiveness and her organizational skills. It was clear to us that she really knew the market...She helped guide us to a very positive outcome.
— Michael & Tami Pascane

Myrtle Beach Home Buying Resources

Ashley's Myrtle Beach Home Buying Resource Center brings together the questions buyers ask most often, from preparing financially to understanding value, negotiating an offer and knowing what to expect before closing.

Financing & Pre-Approval

How mortgage pre-approval works, what buyers should prepare before shopping and why financing can affect the strength of an offer.

Understanding Home Value

How comparable sales, condition, location, inventory and current market conditions help determine what a Myrtle Beach property may be worth.

Negotiating Your Offer

Purchase-price negotiations, competing offers, contract terms and strategies buyers can use when pursuing the right property.

Closing Costs & Expenses

Closing costs, inspections and the other expenses buyers encounter during a Myrtle Beach purchase — with a full worked estimate.

Property Taxes & Insurance

Horry County property taxes, the 4% and 6% assessment rates, and coastal property insurance before choosing the home that fits your budget.

Winning the Right Home

What makes an offer more competitive, and how to think through price, terms and strategy when more than one buyer wants the same property.

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Personal Guidance

Let Me Be Your Guide

If you are thinking about buying in Myrtle Beach, you do not need to have every detail figured out before reaching out. Ashley is happy to answer questions, talk through neighborhoods or help you understand what your budget can buy in today's market.

Ashley DeLong, REALTOR®
(843) 685-3191
ashley@grandstrandsfinest.com

Frequently Asked Questions About Buying in Myrtle Beach

What are the steps to buying a home in Myrtle Beach?

The process typically includes an initial consultation, setting up your property search, touring homes, making an offer, completing inspections and other contract requirements, closing and receiving continued support after the sale.

How long does it take to close on a home in Myrtle Beach?

Many financed purchases close approximately 30 to 45 days after the contract is accepted, although the actual closing date is negotiated as part of the purchase agreement.

What happens between contract and closing?

After a contract is accepted, buyers typically deposit earnest money and complete inspections, financing, insurance, title work and any applicable repair negotiations before the scheduled closing.

When do I get the keys on closing day?

Keys are generally released after all required documents have been signed and the transaction has been completed and recorded according to the closing attorney's instructions.

Does this site show all Myrtle Beach homes for sale?

Yes. Unlike national sites, this site shows every home available from every broker in Horry County, updated directly from the local MLS every few minutes.

What are Ashley DeLong's credentials?

Ashley has been a full-time REALTOR for over 12 years and has personally sold more than 360 homes. She is in the Top 1% of Myrtle Beach agents, a Top 10 RE/MAX Real Estate Agent in South Carolina, a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist and a member of the RE/MAX Hall of Fame. She is an alumna of Coastal Carolina University and has lived in the Myrtle Beach area for over 30 years.

Who will I actually be working with?

Ashley DeLong handles every purchase personally. There is no team and there are no assistants, so the agent you meet at the first showing is the same person negotiating your offer and attending your closing. Over 12 years she has personally sold more than 360 homes.