GenX Realtors In Charleston

Dan & Angel Przybylski, Gen X Realtors

We're Dan and Angel - realtors who made the crazy move from California to Charleston Area of SC! Because we love it here so much, we are now on a mission to convince as many Gen X'ers as possible to join us, and make the life-changing move to Lowcountry! Every other week, we will drop new episodes discussing real estate trends, tips, and Gen X nostalgia! Subscribe to get each episode!

  1. 3d ago

    7 Reasons NOT to Buy a 55+ Community (And Why Gen X Needs to Know)

    Most people buy into 55+ communities thinking they're getting resort living. What they actually get: rules, fees, and a house they can't sell. Dan and Angel break down seven hard truths about active adult communities—the stuff developers don't put in the brochure. If you're Gen X, juggling aging parents and adult kids, or need flexibility in your housing, this episode is for you. What you'll learn: Why your grandkids' visits come with an expiration date (and what that actually costs)How HOA fees climb faster than your home's valueWhy selling a 55+ home is harder than you thinkThe amenities nobody actually uses (but everyone pays for)What "community living" really feels like after year twoWhy multigenerational living is impossible in 55+ communitiesThe isolation trap nobody talks aboutPrimary keywords: 55+ communitiesActive adult communitiesRetirement community regretGen X retirement housingHOA feesMultigenerational homesDownsizing mistakesCharleston SC real estateReal estate tipsHousing for Gen XRetirement planning 55+ Communities Living in Summerville Insider Guide Connect with us: 📧 info@mygenxteam.com Are you an agent in another state with clients relocating to South Carolina? We'd love to be your go-to referral partners in the Charleston area. About the PodcastGenX Realtors is hosted by Dan and Angel — a husband-and-wife real estate team who packed up their California life and moved to South Carolina. Every other week, they bring you real talk on real estate, real life, and what it actually looks like to start over in a new state at this stage of the game. BUYER INTEREST FORM You can also reach The Gen X Team at eXp Realty directly at: info@mygenxteam.com Call or text us at 843-900-6869 We’re grateful you’re here. 🎥 Watch on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@GenXersInLowCountry-t1m 📲 Follow on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/genxrealtors 💼 Connect on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/share/1E6HRY5kff/?mibextid=LQQJ4d 🏡 Work with us to find your next home! https://calendly.com/mygenxteam/free-buyer-seller-consultation

  2. Aug 20

    How did we get from In-N-Out Burgers to Probate in South Carolina?????

    We just got back from a trip to California — Pageant of the Masters with lifelong friends, In-N-Out, the Pacific at Laguna, and all the SoCal summer glory (traffic, coffee-shop characters, and the housing extremes included). Somewhere on the flight home, it turned into a bigger conversation: what does it actually take to hold onto a home and pass it down? Back here in South Carolina, a quiet but meaningful new law does exactly that. The Heirs' Property Tax Relief Act (H4477) makes it easier for families to clean up the title on inherited land without triggering a property-tax reassessment that could price them out of their own family land. Two stories that look like different pictures — a California vacation and a Carolina property law — but step back and it's the same frame: family, home, and what it takes to keep them. Nothing in this episode is legal or tax advice. Talk to a qualified attorney or your county assessor about your specific situation. WHAT WE GET INTO Why a California vacation turned into a conversation about keeping a home in the familyThe Pageant of the Masters, In-N-Out, and Laguna — the good stuffThe housing extremes we saw in a single afternoon — and what they got us thinking aboutWhat South Carolina's new Heirs' Property Tax Relief Act (H4477) actually doesWhat "heirs' property" even is, and why it's so common hereThe one part of the law worth being careful about — and where you really do need an attorney Connect with us: 📧 info@mygenxteam.com Are you an agent in another state with clients relocating to South Carolina? We'd love to be your go-to referral partners in the Charleston area. About the PodcastGenX Realtors is hosted by Dan and Angel — a husband-and-wife real estate team who packed up their California life and moved to South Carolina. Every other week, they bring you real talk on real estate, real life, and what it actually looks like to start over in a new state at this stage of the game. BUYER INTEREST FORM You can also reach The Gen X Team at eXp Realty directly at: info@mygenxteam.com Call or text us at 843-900-6869 We’re grateful you’re here. 🎥 Watch on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@GenXersInLowCountry-t1m 📲 Follow on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/genxrealtors 💼 Connect on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/share/1E6HRY5kff/?mibextid=LQQJ4d 🏡 Work with us to find your next home! https://calendly.com/mygenxteam/free-buyer-seller-consultation

  3. Jul 30

    We Left California 2 Years Ago. Here's What Actually Changed.

    Two years ago, we packed up and left California for good. In this episode, we finally tell the full, honest story. Restlessness trailed us for years before the move, sending us on constant trips to Idaho, Arizona, and other states, always chasing something we couldn't quite name. Once we landed in Charleston, something genuinely shifted. We'll walk through specifically what changed, not just the vague "we're happier now" line. Honestly, we still miss people back home, and we won't skip that part. Staying licensed in California, as a 53-year native Californian, matters too, especially for anyone considering this same leap. If quiet dissatisfaction has followed you around and you've wondered whether leaving could actually fix it, this episode speaks directly to you. Topics covered: Years of restlessness before the moveWhat specifically changed after leaving CA for CharlestonWhat we miss vs. what we've gainedWhy we're still California-licensed, and what that means for youWhether this move could be right for you too Connect with us: 📧info@mygenxteam.com Are you an agent in another state with clients relocating to South Carolina? We'd love to be your go-to referral partners in the Charleston area. About the PodcastGen X Realtors in Charleston is hosted by Dan and Angel — a husband-and-wife real estate team who packed up their California life and moved to South Carolina. Every other week, they bring you real talk on real estate, real life, and what it actually looks like to start over in a new state at this stage of the game. BUYER INTEREST FORM You can also reach The Gen X Team at eXp Realty directly at: info@mygenxteam.com Call or text us at 843-900-6869 We’re grateful you’re here. 🎥 Watch on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@GenXersInLowCountry-t1m 📲 Follow on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/genxrealtors 💼 Connect on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/share/1E6HRY5kff/?mibextid=LQQJ4d 🏡 Work with us to find your next home! https://calendly.com/mygenxteam/free-buyer-seller-consultation

  4. Jul 2

    Empty Nesters in the Making: A High School Grad, A Business Boom & Our Life in South Carolina

    Dan and Angel are back for a life update, and there's a lot to catch up on! From a surprise valedictorian to empty-nesting adventures, new friendships, a church search, and a real estate business that's doubled, this episode is a real, unscripted check-in from two Gen X realtors navigating a big life season. In This Episode 🎓 Harry Graduates — A Year Early, as Valedictorian. After the family relocated from California to South Carolina in 2024, their son Harry struggled with the transition — new school, new state, no friends. The solution? Accelerate. What started as a way to end the school battles became a masterclass in goal-setting. Harry mapped out deadlines on a whiteboard, tracked scripture alongside countdown timers, and crossed the finish line as valedictorian of his class. Oh — and the school has since closed, so the timing couldn't have been more perfect. 🌙 The Midnight Curfew Chronicles: Harry is 18, out of school, and testing limits. After strolling in at 1:40 a.m., a new rule was established: midnight, or $1 per minute late. Harry, being very money-conscious, now arrives at 11:59 on the dot. Net earnings so far: $5. 🏕️ Camp Counselor Bound — Hello, Empty Nesting Harry heads to Montana for most of July as a Christian camp counselor, which means Dan and Angel are about to become empty nesters for the first time in 20 years. They're already leaning in — gym, dates, new friends, and exploring South Carolina. 👻 Annie's Living Her Best Life in Savannah. Daughter Annie (who goes by Anakin — yes, really) now works ghost and history tours in Savannah with Savannah History and Haunts. It's history, it's ghosts, and she's in charge. Peak Annie. 🃏 Porch Poker Run & New Friends: On a whim, they sat at the bar at their favorite Italian restaurant, Laura, on Kentucky Derby night — and walked away with new friends and an invite to a Porch Poker Run fundraiser for Alzheimer's research. Historic home porches, golf carts, themed décor, open bars, and a Dancing with the Stars follow-up event. South Carolina community life is officially delivering. ⛪ The Church Search Struggle is Real. This has been the hardest part of the move. After visiting 20+ churches and finding too many "dance class" services and not enough Scripture-based messages, they visited an Anglican church in Hilton Head with friends — and it clicked. Reverent, liturgical, word-for-word Bible teaching. Real wine at communion, a chalice, circular wafers. Dan and Angel are now exploring Anglican churches in Summerville. Online recommendation: Joby Martin's 11:22 Church 📈 Business Has Doubled Their real estate client base has doubled, fueled by referral relationships and agents from other states trusting them with relocating buyers. If you're an agent sending clients to the Charleston/South Carolina market — they want to hear from you. Connect with us: 📧 info@myxteam.com Are you an agent in another state with clients relocating to South Carolina? We'd love to be your go-to referral partners in the Charleston area. About the PodcastGenX Realtors is hosted by Dan and Angel — a husband-and-wife real estate team who packed up their California life and moved to South Carolina. Every other week, they bring you real talk on real estate, real life, and what it actually looks like to start over in a new state at this stage of the game. BUYER INTEREST FORM You can also reach The Gen X Team at eXp Realty directly at: info@mygenxteam.com Call or text us at 843-900-6869 We’re grateful you’re here. 🎥 Watch on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@GenXersInLowCountry-t1m 📲 Follow on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/genxrealtors 💼 Connect on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/share/1E6HRY5kff/?mibextid=LQQJ4d 🏡 Work with us to find your next home! https://calendly.com/mygenxteam/free-buyer-seller-consultation

  5. Jun 4

    South Carolina Data Centers: What Nobody Else Is Telling Relocators. (But WE are!)

    We almost named this episode "Why Data Centers Are Awesome" just so it would show up in your feed. That tells you everything you need to know about today's conversation. We are Dan and Angel, two California transplants living and working in the Lowcountry. This is the episode we were nervous to make. We are saying it out loud anyway. Data centers are coming to South Carolina fast. Google has committed to a $9 billion investment through 2027 in Berkeley and Dorchester Counties. A separate company has proposed an 860-acre, $6 billion campus right next to the ACE Basin in Colleton County. And South Carolina has no official system for tracking how many centers exist, how much water they are drawing, or how much power they are consuming. We follow the money, look at what protections exist for ratepayers, and talk about the bill that would have changed things and died on May 14th. We also cover what the national resistance looks like, because it is real, organized, and winning in some places. We are not anti-technology. We are two realtors who live here and think you deserve the full picture before you make the most important financial decision of your life. No other real estate channel in this area is having this conversation. Stick around for the Gen X Fun Fact at the end. It brings this all full circle. This might need a Part 2. You will see why. Thinking about moving to South Carolina?  We specialize in Dorchester, Berkeley, and Charleston Counties. Join us every Tuesday at 7 pm for our weekly live relocation conversation. BUYER INTEREST FORM You can also reach The Gen X Team at eXp Realty directly at: info@mygenxteam.com Call or text us at 843-900-6869 We’re grateful you’re here. 🎥 Watch on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@GenXersInLowCountry-t1m 📲 Follow on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/genxrealtors 💼 Connect on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/share/1E6HRY5kff/?mibextid=LQQJ4d 🏡 Work with us to find your next home! https://calendly.com/mygenxteam/free-buyer-seller-consultation

  6. Apr 23

    Pros & Cons of Living in Summerville, SC – What No One Tells You Before You Move

    Thinking about relocating to Summerville, South Carolina? Before you pack your boxes, you need to hear this. In this episode, your Gen X realtors, Dan and Angel, former Californians now living in Summerville for nearly two years, break down the real pros and cons of living in Summerville, SC. No fluff, no sales pitch. Just honest intel from people who actually made the move. What we cover in this episode: ✅ PRO Summerville's proximity to Charleston, SC, one of the top 10 most moved-to cities in the South, rich in American history, food, festivals, and culture, all within about 25 miles. ✅ PRO Lower cost of living and lower taxes compared to California, Illinois, and other high-tax states, including lower property taxes that will make you say "wait, what?" ✅ PRO Historic Downtown Summerville, with boutique restaurants, local eateries, festivals like the Flower Town Festival and Sweet Tea Festival, and a charming small-town feel just 15 minutes away. ✅ PRO Easy, low-maintenance lifestyle with HOA communities, resort-style amenity centers, pools, and instant community, perfect for families, retirees, and 55+ buyers alike. ✅ PRO Midlife-friendly healthcare, constitutional carry, accessible naturopathic and hormone health options, and stunning sunsets over the water. ✅ PRO Easy access to Savannah, Myrtle Beach, the NC upstate, and even DC via Amtrak's Palmetto line, all at pennies on the dollar. ❌ CON Traffic on roads like Nexton Parkway is no joke. Locals, newcomers, and kids alike will all tell you the same thing. ❌ CON Humidity. Power washing your house, fogged-up glasses, and drenched shirts doing yard work are just part of life here. You have been warned. ❌ CON Rapid overdevelopment and tree clearing. The charm is real, but so is the construction. The pine is sacred... until it isn't. ❌ CON Things are spread out. Costco is 45 minutes away for now, and you will learn to batch your errands like a pro. ❌ CON Easy to get lost, especially at night. GPS is non-negotiable, and roundabouts will humble you. Whether you are relocating from California, the Northeast, or anywhere else, Dan and Angel give you the honest, experience-based breakdown you need to decide if Summerville, SC is the right move for you. 👉 Ready to make the move or just exploring your options? Book a VIP Call with Dan and Angel here: 🔗 https://calendly.com/mygenxteam Don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode of Reality Bites Live at Five, dropping every Tuesday! You can also reach us directly at: GenXRealtorsLC@gmail.com Call or text us at 843-900-6869 We’re grateful you’re here. 🎥 Watch on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@GenXersInLowCountry-t1m 📲 Follow on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/genxrealtors 💼 Connect on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/share/1E6HRY5kff/?mibextid=LQQJ4d 🏡 Work with us to find your next home! https://calendly.com/mygenxteam/free-buyer-seller-consultation

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We're Dan and Angel - realtors who made the crazy move from California to Charleston Area of SC! Because we love it here so much, we are now on a mission to convince as many Gen X'ers as possible to join us, and make the life-changing move to Lowcountry! Every other week, we will drop new episodes discussing real estate trends, tips, and Gen X nostalgia! Subscribe to get each episode!

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