Latimore Realty

Latimore Realty Home BUYING, SELLING, & INTERIOR DESIGN! Serving Columbia, SC & surrounding areas | $135M sold & counting! Therefore, the American Dream is just that…A Dream.

OUR MISSION
For many people, owning a home is the fulfillment of the American dream. Unfortunately, many Americans find themselves plagued with an inability to buy real estate. The Latimore Group has a solution. Our dedication to being solutions oriented has allowed us to expand our reach in the real estate industry. Our mission is to make an impact on communities. Therefore, we have created a “Co

ncierge Service” for buyers, sellers, and real estate investors. So, what is so special about our approach? The answers to that question played a key role in the development of our “Concierge Service”. Our Simple Real Estate Solution Can Revolutionize The World!

08/29/2026

🏡 READY TO BUY AND DESIGN YOUR DREAM HOME? Comment “DREAM HOME” and let’s talk about what you’re looking for.

Getting the keys doesn’t have to be where our job ends. 🔑✨

We helped our client BUY HER NEW HOME, and now LaToya is working directly with the contractor to help DESIGN IT—making selections and bringing the vision for her new space to life.

That’s one of the advantages of working with us. With our experience in Columbia, SC real estate AND interior design, we can help you go from HOUSE HUNTING → HOME BUYING → CREATING A HOME THAT FEELS LIKE YOU.

Because finding the right house is exciting…but turning it into YOUR DREAM HOME is where it really gets personal. ❤️🏡

If you’re buying a home in Columbia, SC, relocating to the area, or looking for a home you can customize and make your own, we’d love to help guide you through the process.

08/23/2026

Marriage + Interior Design = Apparently I’m On Timeout. 😂🏡

LaToya told me she needed to stop by HomeGoods to pick out pillows for one of her interior design clients.

Naturally, I thought I could just sit comfortably in the car and wait. 😎

WRONG. 😂

She told me I had to come inside with her…and somewhere between looking at pillows and me apparently getting in the way, I got sent to sit in a chair until she finished. 🤣

So what am I supposed to do now? TWIRL! 🌀😂

This is what happens when your wife is a real estate agent AND an interior designer that takes decorating VERY seriously.

Apparently, my job is real estate…and staying out of the designer’s way. 😂🏡

🏡 DROP YOUR COMMENT - WHICH HOME STYLE IS YOUR FAVORITE?Everybody has a different idea of what “home” should look and fe...
08/18/2026

🏡 DROP YOUR COMMENT - WHICH HOME STYLE IS YOUR FAVORITE?

Everybody has a different idea of what “home” should look and feel like—and I want to know yours.

👇 If you could choose ONE of these homes, which are you picking?

1️⃣ Home 1
2️⃣ Home 2
3️⃣ Home 3
4️⃣ Home 4

Drop your number in the comments! And no overthinking it—which one immediately feels like home to you? ❤️

One of the things we love about living in Columbia, SC is the variety of homes and neighborhoods available. Whether you're moving to Columbia, SC, buying your first home, or simply dreaming about your next move, there's a home style for almost everyone.

We Love Home—and we want to know which one you love. 🏡

08/17/2026

🍽️ Have you been to The Golden Spur in Columbia, SC? If you have, tell us what you ordered and how your experience was in the comments! 👇

After helping our daughter Daniella move into her dorm at the University of South Carolina, LaToya and I decided it was time to celebrate with a good meal — and The Golden Spur Grill did NOT disappoint.

This is one of those places that reminds us why we enjoy Living in Columbia, SC. There’s always another restaurant, neighborhood, event, or local spot to discover.

Our table looked like this:

🥗 LaToya — Fall Salad with grilled shrimp
🍔 Daniella — All-American Cheeseburger
🍤 Me — Shrimp & Grits…and these were some of the BEST Shrimp & Grits I’ve had in a long time.

And yes, I’m saying that with one exception…mine. 😂

The food was excellent, but the customer service made the experience even better. Hats off to our waitress, Jade! She took great care of us.

The Golden Spur is at 700 Lincoln Street, right across from Colonial Life Arena, making it a great spot to know about if you're around the USC campus, heading downtown, or going to an event at the arena.

⭐ Our rating: 10/10. We highly recommend it.

This is what our Living in Columbia, SC series is all about — showing you more than houses. We want you to experience the restaurants, communities, local businesses, and lifestyle that make Columbia feel like home.

We Love Home — and we love where we live. ❤️🏡

08/15/2026

🏡 BUYING A HOME IN COLUMBIA, SC

Comment “DESIGN” if you’re looking for a home but haven’t found one that feels like you yet.

Sometimes the home you fall in love with isn’t the one that starts out perfect—it’s the one you can make your own. ❤️

We renovated this home a few years ago, and LaToya designed this bathroom to prove that luxury doesn’t require a huge space.

From the vanity and finishes to the final staging, every detail was intentional.

And that’s part of how we approach real estate differently.

When we’re helping you buy a home, we don’t just look at what a house is today. We help you see what it could become.

✨ A small bathroom can feel luxurious.
✨ An outdated room can become your favorite space.
✨ A house that isn’t perfect yet could still become the home you’ve always wanted.

Sometimes you don’t need to keep searching for perfection.

You need someone who can help you see the possibilities.

That’s why we say We Love Home. 🏡

08/13/2026

📲 Comment “INFLATION” if you’re wondering how owning a home could help you get through inflation and rising costs.

🏡 Everything is getting more expensive. But what if buying a home could help you KEEP UP?

-You feel it at the grocery store.
-At the gas pump.
-In your insurance premiums.

And especially when the rent goes up again.

Inflation means the same dollar simply doesn't buy what it used to.

That's one reason homeownership can be such an important part of your long-term financial picture.

🔑 With a fixed-rate mortgage, your principal and interest payment doesn't increase just because inflation does.

📈 Instead of only experiencing rising housing costs, you have the opportunity to own an asset that may appreciate over time.

💰 Every mortgage payment can help you build equity as you pay down your loan.

🏠 And while rent may continue increasing over the years, owning a home can provide greater stability over one of your biggest monthly expenses.

Buying a home isn't automatically the right financial decision for everyone—and appreciation is never guaranteed.

But if you've been asking “Should I buy a home now or wait?”, don't look at today's home prices and mortgage rates alone.

Ask what waiting could cost you, too.

We believe the first step toward buying a home should be understanding your options—not being pressured into making a decision.

❤️ We Love Home—and we want you to understand what homeownership could mean for your future.

08/12/2026

📲 Thinking about buying a home in Columbia, SC but wondering if now is the right time? Comment or message us “SHOULD I BUY” and we’ll help you understand whether buying now—or waiting—makes more sense for you.

🏡 Should you buy a home now or wait?

With mortgage rates, home prices, monthly payments, and the cost of living all on your mind, it’s understandable to wonder whether right now is really the right time to become a homeowner.

But here’s what we tell our buyers:

The best time to buy isn't determined by the market alone. It’s determined by whether the numbers and the opportunity make sense for YOU.

Before making your decision, we help you look at:

✅ What you can comfortably afford each month
✅ How much cash you actually need to buy
✅ Your financing and down payment assistance options
✅ What homes are available in your price range
✅ The cost of waiting versus buying now
✅ Whether buying supports your long-term goals

Sometimes the right answer is buy now.

Sometimes the smarter answer is wait and build a plan.

Our job isn't to convince you to buy a house. It's to educate you so you can make a confident decision about your next move.

❤️ Because when you understand your options, homeownership stops feeling like a guessing game and starts feeling like a plan.

08/12/2026

🏡 Thinking about buying a home in Columbia, SC? Message us “PLAN” and we'll help you understand what you should do BEFORE you start house hunting.

Before we start showing our buyers homes, we want them to understand the process, know what to expect, and feel confident about the decisions they're going to make.

Here are 3 things we focus on:

1️⃣ Protecting Your Money — We help our buyers understand the financial side of buying a home—from financing and down payment options to closing costs, inspections, and other expenses that can affect the true cost of homeownership.

2️⃣ Preparing You for the Right Home — We walk our buyers through how offers, negotiations, contingencies, inspections, and timelines work BEFORE they're faced with making those decisions. When the right home appears, we want you prepared—not scrambling to figure everything out.

3️⃣ Helping You Buy With Confidence — We explain what's happening, what your options are, and what comes next throughout the process. Our job isn't to pressure you into buying a home. It's to give you the information and guidance you need to make a decision you feel confident about.

Whether you're a first-time home buyer, relocating to Columbia, SC, or preparing to buy your next home, we believe your journey should start with education and a strategy.

We don't just help our buyers find homes. We teach them how to buy one. 🏡

08/05/2026

🏠Thinking about buying your first home? Comment "FIRST HOME" and I'll help you build a plan that fits your goals—even if you're not ready to buy today.

House hunting for your first home can feel exciting... but it can also feel overwhelming. The good news? You don't have to figure it out alone.

Here are 4 things every first-time home buyer should know:

✅ Down payment assistance could make homeownership possible sooner than you think. Many buyers assume they need a huge down payment, when in reality there may be programs available that can help. The key is knowing what's available before you start house hunting.

✅ Trying to buy your first home on your own can lead to expensive mistakes. From writing an offer to understanding inspections and negotiations, one wrong decision can cost you thousands—or even the home you wanted.

✅ You don't know what you don't know. First-time home buyers often don't realize what questions to ask until they're already in the middle of the process. That's why having someone guide you every step of the way can make all the difference.

✅ You deserve to feel confident—not anxious. Buying your first home shouldn't feel confusing. With the right plan and the right guidance, you can move forward knowing exactly what comes next.

If buying your first home is one of your goals, let's create a strategy that gets you there with confidence.


Address

300 Long Pointe Lane Ste 220-J
Columbia, SC
29229

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 8pm
Sunday 8am - 8pm

Telephone

+18035633706

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