On today’s very special episode Stacy and Erin sit down with the legendary Mickey Bakst. This is the second of a two part series chronicling Mickey’s extraordinary career, his struggles with addiction and how it led him to do everything he could to take care of others. Mickey is known around the world for his unforgettable gift in hospitality and has worked with some of the most famous chefs and restaurateurs on the planet and now he is building on that legacy by raising money for numerous organizations that feed people and get them back on their feet. He also is the co-founder of Ben’s Friends a support group and resource for hospitality professionals struggling with addiction. Mickey is a true light to all who know him and this conversation is sure to leave you inspired to make a difference in someone else's life TODAY, big or small.

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Stacy and Erin sit down for a Fall catch-up, they discuss Erin's recent trip to Ireland, Stacy's Halloween "costumes" (and why all the kids love coming to her house to Trick-or-Treat!) Plus, they cover the looming Presidential Election and how it's impacting the Charleston real estate market and what they're recommending to buyers as we head into the holidays. 

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On today's show: 1. For the 13th Time in 14 years, Charleston Voted the Best Small City in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler Readers - https://holycitysinner.com/news/for-the-13th-time-in-14-years-charleston-voted-the-best-smal 2. South Carolina extends voter registration deadline after hurricane - https://abcnews4.com/news/local/south-carolina-extends-voter-registration-deadline-after-hurricane-wciv-abc-news-4-lowcountry-early-voting-in-person-mail-in-ballot-absentee-ballot-nov-5-presidential-election 3. Union agrees to suspend ports strike, Charleston workers to return Friday - https://www.live5news.com/2024/10/04/union-agrees-suspend-ports-strike-charleston-workers-return-friday/ 4. Helene's South Carolina death toll has surpassed 1989's Hurricane Hugo. It could continue to rise - https://www.postandcourier.com/environment/hurricane-helene-south-carolina-greenville-spartanburg/article_20cbb568-7f44-11ef-86c8-a706dbd65f9f.html 5. Court dismisses Alex Murdaugh's appeal of 40-year sentence for financial crimes - https://abcnews4.com/news/local/court-dismisses-alex-murdaughs-appeal-of-40-year-sentence-for-financial-crimes-wciv-abc-news-4-judge-gergel-fourth-circuit-court-of-appeals-united-states-attorney-for-the-district-of-south-carolina-adair-boroughs 6. Charleston Mayor Cogswell proposes tiny homes for unhoused men, seeks regional support - https://abcnews4.com/news/local/charleston-mayor-cogswell-proposes-tiny-homes-for-unhoused-men-seeks-regional-support-abc-news-4# This episode's music is by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem.

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Erin and Stacy sit down with Jared Bramblett of the wildly popular IG account 'Mean High Water' to learn more about the specific flood risks Charleston and the surrounding areas face. If you own a home in Charleston or are planning on moving here this episode is a MUST LISTEN. They get into actual data, the updated flood zones and which areas Jared would avoid when looking for property in our fair city. Plus, Stacy and Erin give advice to real estate agents on how to advise their clients to protect their investments from getting washed away.

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On today's episode Stacy and Erin discuss misconceptions about what constitutes a renovation. Hint, to renovate means to make new, and new is new, not 10 or 20 years old y'all. They also call out the half-assers and DIYers on their versions of renovations. Sorry sellers, but changing the sink in your 50 year old bathroom doesn't *quite* constitute a "full renovation".  Plus, the ladies share their formula for success when prepping your home for sale. Lastly, they dive into the fallout they're seeing from the new commission laws that are in effect and how it impacts agents, buyers, and deals in the real world.

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