Local Living

Local flavor, community traditions, and practical home-buying advice for Conway, Little River, Murrells Inlet and the Grand Strand, from Betsy and Farah Hyman.

• Conway or Myrtle Beach? Choosing Between the River and the Coast: They're only about 15 miles apart on US-501, but day-to-day life feels very different. Here's how an inland river town and the Grand Strand's coastal hub compare.
• Room to Breathe: Buying Land Around Conway: More room for family, a workshop, a garden, or just a little breathing room. Here's what to check before you buy land in the Conway area.
• Downtown Conway Through the Seasons: From the City of Halloween to the Christmas Parade, downtown Conway knows how to celebrate. Here's what makes living near it so special.
• Little River or Murrells Inlet? Two Ways to Live Near the Water: One sits on the Intracoastal Waterway near the North Carolina line; the other is the Seafood Capital of South Carolina. Here's how they compare.
• Choosing a School Area in Horry County: Most of the area is served by one district, so the real question is which school area a home is zoned for. Here's how to approach it.
• Coastal Carolina Homebuying: What to Check Before You Write an Offer: Flood zones, insurance, HOA rules, and the closing attorney: a few South Carolina-specific things worth checking before you make an offer.