The Web Log of Leo Windham

I spoke with John Hill yesterday.  John is one of our agents at The Leo Windham Agency.  Just recently, John had a pancreatic attack and was rushed to the hospital.  Without getting into all of the medical details, John spent 97 days in the hospital.  It was touch and go for a while, but here’s the good news.  John is home and recovering and the prognosis is for a full recovery.  Way to go John.  We look forward to you coming back to work and getting back to a normal way of life.  By the way, while John was in the hospital, he became a new grandfather. Congratulations.  One of my father’s favorite sayings, and he had many, was when you start feeling sorry for yourself, just look around.  We’re all lucky in many ways and now John Hill can say he’s lucky too. Have a great day and remember what’s important.

My son, David Windham, is going to list and sell his house in McClellanville, SC. It’s really a cool place. If you would like to see some features and David’s take on the home, check out this link.
http://davidwindham.net/slice-of-paradise/  David has taken a job with the Morris Agency in Augusta. You can check out his blog to catch up on what he’s doing. If you’re interestred in seeing his house in McClellanville, then just give me a call or e-mail me. I’ll make arrangements.

We all watch the nightly news and read the daily papers to get bad news about the economy and the world in general. Well, I say take a little break from reality and enjoy life.  For me, it’s college football season.  I love to watch college football.  One of my good friends is Bobby Johnson, head coach at Vanderbilt University.  So, naturally I keep up with his games and have become a huge Vanderbilt fan. Bobby is one of the nicest people you’de ever want to meet and he has done a great job with the Vanderbilt football Program.  I am also a South Carolina Gamecock fan, since I went to school there.  We’ll see what kind of season they have this year. You can never tell by what Coach Spurrier says in the press.  By the way, Vanderbilt beat the Gamecocks last year.  I was there.  I also enjoy Clemson football.  They are loaded with talent this year and are preseason picked at number 6 in the country. This could be Bowden’s best chance to win an ACC title.  I bought a huge flat screen HD television from my friend and client Dave Lee at World Vision Home Theatre.  Between college football and golf and the Olympics, I should be able to escape the world of  economic woes and just relax a little.  I hope you can do the same.  Here’s to good mental health, no matter what it takes.

I’m sitting at my computer listening to the completed podcast number 28. It is now up and available for free download at www.LeoWindham.com. Click on the free podcast tab. If you are a regular visitor to my web site, you may need to refresh the page on your browser to see podcast 28. Right click and download to your computer and then transfer to your i-pod or other music listening devices. For Mac and Apple users, it’s control click and save to your computer. If you just want to listen on your computer while you’re home or at work, then just click on the Leo Radio tab. That is continuous streaming of all 28 podcast. I find that I-Tunes offers the best service. These podcasts are also available free on I-Tunes. You can subscribe and they will automatically load to your computer every time a new one is posted. Just go to I-Tunes and search Leo Windham. It’s continuous music with no commercial interruptions. Well, except for a few mentions of my Real Estate Company, The Leo Windham Agency. I offer these podcasts for free downloads because of my love for the hard to find beach, boogie and blues music. I hope you enjoy listening as much as I do.

My wife Jane and I have moved back to Mt. Pleasant, SC.  She has taken a job teaching fifth grade at Jenny Moore Elementary School.  I still have my office at 621 Lady Street, downtown Columbia and now a satellite office at 1345 National Dr. in Mt. Pleasant.  I am in the Columbia office every Tuesday and Wednesday and whenever my agents need me to be there. It’s only an hour and a half drive each way, so working in both towns is no problem. In fact, it’s a joy.We’re still a small company, but we offer tremendous personal service.

Real Estate in Charleston, SC, Columbia, SC and all of the surrounding areas.  We can help.  Give us a chance to prove  our commitment to service.

Here’s a brief Bio and what Charlie Harden, our newest agent, has to say about himself.

Hello and thank you for visiting!  It is my goal as your full service Realtor in the Columbia, Lexington, Lake Murray and Midlands area to provide you with superior service and to become your “go-to” Realtor for anything concerning real estate, even if it’s simply to have a cup of coffee and talk about the market.

Buying, Selling or Just Looking, I’m on your side!   I can show you or send you detailed information on any home for sale in our area marketed by any real estate company.  Whatever your life or financial situation, I will assist you in all of the processes involved from beginning to closing with the sole mission of accomplishing YOUR real estate goals.  I see real estate from a different perspective, yours!

Buying a home?  I look forward to helping you select the home of your dreams by taking time to listen to your needs and desires.  Whether you are a seasoned home buyer, first time buyer, relocating or retiring, I am here to serve you.
Selling a home?  Financial and real estate expertise and our leading edge marketing programs will give you the exposure and support you need to sell your home quickly for top dollar.

Returning Client?  I appreciate the opportunity to continue to serve you and I cherish our relationship.  I hope you will stay in touch and that you are taking advantage of the valuable resources we provide. Come back to visit often, and shoot me an e-mail and let me know how you’re doing!

There are financing programs and lenders for practically everyone.  Do not let credit issues keep you from calling me!

Member Greater Columbia, South Carolina, and National Association of Realtors
Member Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce
Bachelor of Science in Financial Management (Banking and Real Estate) Clemson University.  (Our Gamecock friends and family still love us.)
“All American Family” according to wife Charmaine, a Vice President with Carolina First Bank.  Three kids John, Manning and Emily, a dog “Sally”, a cat “Nuisance”, and a bird “JB” (for Jimmy Buffett).
3 Children have been involved in our SC public school system at all levels.  (There are distinguished private schools in our area as well.)
Members of Lake Murray Presbyterian Church, Chapin
15 year career as loan officer with Bank of America and Carolina First Bank in Columbia and Lexington
South Carolina native
Enjoy golf, fishing, the beach and reading
I consider this community an excellent place to live and would love to share with you my enthusiasm for the many neighborhoods that encompass it. I pride myself on providing unparalleled service and look forward to developing a long-term relationship with you. Please feel free to contact me if you would like to discuss how I can best assist you with your real estate needs.

(803) 622-3084

I’d like to welcome Charlie Harden as the newest real estate sales professional to The Leo Windham Agency. Charlie and family live in the Chapin area.  He has extensive experience in listing homes and as a buyer’s agent.  Charlie is a full time Realtor with a background in the banking and finance business.  If you wish to contact Charlie Harden to represent you in your next real estate transaction, his cell number is 803-622-3084, or home@charlieharden.com.
To view Charlie’s profile and current listings please visit his page by clicking Here.

Welcome again to Charlie Harden.

It’s with great pleasure that I announce that The Leo Windham Agency is opening a satellite office in the Charleston area. I’ll be joining the Charleston Trident Association of Realtors as well as the Charleston MLS. The physical location will be in Mt. Pleasant, just across the bridge from Charleston.  We will now be serving the real estate needs for customers and clients in Western North Carolina, Central South Carolina (in and around Columbia), and now all of the Lowcountry and coastal areas of SC.  If you know of anyone buying or selling real estate in Columbia, Charleston, or Western North Carolina, just call me at 803-201-5367. And, coming soon to my web site (www.LeoWindham.com) you’ll be able to enjoy the most comprehensive and easy to use search of properties in these areas.  You won’t need to register to search.  We just hope that you’ll contact us when you decide to either buy or sell.  Let one of our real estate professionals assist you.

I just want to take a second to remember those that have served our country in the military. First and foremost, my father, the late Woodrow D Windham (retired CWO4 US Navy) I was raised in a military family and certainly understand the lifestyle. My brother Jim Windham (retired CWO4 US Navy) . My friend Jim Graham who served as a helicopter pilot in the Vietnam war, lost the use of his legs, but has never let that stop him from doing what ever he wants to do. He is a true American Hero. I salute all of those that have served in the military, both past and present and of course their families that sacrifice also. I do not, however, forget those that have volunteered their time and money to help support causes in their communities.
One of my father’s favorite sayings was “when you start feeling sorry for yourself, just look around” We are all lucky to have been born Americans. Now, let’s all go and enjoy another day of good ole’ USA Freedom.

CURTISS GORE

A native of South Carolina, Curtiss received his undergraduate degree from the University of South Carolina and Masters Degree from Central Michigan University. He received an honorable discharge from the U.S. Army and is an Eagle Scout.

After a career in Healthcare Administration, he started his second career in real estate sales in Columbia and North Myrtle Beach. If you are looking to buy or sell a small business, interested in a farm or acreage or would like a recreational property, please call Curtiss Gore. Allow him to use his 20-years experience in real estate marketing and sales. Call Curtiss today at 803-665-0960, Or Click Here to view Curtiss’ listings.