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What do youth baseball, restaurant ownership, and community life in Hilton Head have in common? Apparently... getting ejected from an 8U game. 😅

In this hilarious and heartfelt episode of Real Talk Hilton Head, we sit down with two well-known locals — Rob Hummel, owner of Club Seats and Cheap Seats, and Garrett Hamilton, co-owner of IMC Resort Services and Sunquest Property Group.

From parenting and coaching to building successful businesses and living the Lowcountry lifestyle, this conversation is packed with real stories, big laughs, and genuine insight into what makes Hilton Head so special.

✅ Why they moved here — and never left
✅ What it's really like raising a family on the island
✅ The crazy baseball moment that led to a coach’s ejection
✅ How local sports create lifelong community
✅ The entrepreneurial journey behind two local landmark businesses

Whether you're a local, a parent, an entrepreneur, or just dreaming of coastal life, this one’s for you.

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Golf or Tennis—what’s your game? 🏌️‍♂️🎾 Join us for this action-packed episode of Real Talk Hilton Head as we sit down with two local pros: Jeff, a seasoned golf director who’s been shaping the island’s courses for decades, and Trevor, a rising tennis star transforming one of Hilton Head’s best clubs.

We break down:
✅ The Top 3 Must-Play Golf Courses on Hilton Head
✅ Clay vs. Hard Court Tennis: What’s Best?
✅ Best time of year to play
✅ Pickleball's explosive growth
✅ Social life & fitness for new residents
✅ RBC Heritage insider stories
✅ The myth about sports improvement nobody talks about

🎯 Thinking about relocating or retiring in Hilton Head? These sports are your gateway to connection, fitness, and fun in the Lowcountry lifestyle.

🧭 Want to play? Book lessons:
📍Jeff – Golden Bear Golf Club
📍Trevor – Spring Lake Tennis, Hilton Head Plantation

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Want to buy a $700,000 home in retirement — but only have $550,000?
This one strategy could make it happen — with no monthly mortgage payment.

In this episode of Real Talk Hilton Head, David and Dale Cross sit down with Jim Davidson and Paul Donahue to uncover the truth about Lifestyle Home Loans (also known as Home Equity Conversion Mortgages for Purchase or HECM).

✅ FHA-insured and backed by Mutual of Omaha
✅ No required monthly mortgage payments
✅ Retain ownership of the home
✅ Unlock trapped home equity
✅ Preserve your retirement savings and maximize your lifestyle

💡 Whether you're relocating, downsizing, or dreaming of a home in the Lowcountry, this episode could change everything you thought you knew about buying a home in retirement.

📞 Have questions? Contact us at info@DavidDale.com or call 843-533-8125
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Chapters: 0:00 Intro: The $700K Dream on a $500K Budget
3:00 What Is a Lifestyle Home Loan (HECM)?
7:00 Why Most Retirees Have Never Heard of This
13:00 Equity Has Zero ROI Until You Unlock It
22:00 The #1 Fear in Retirement
30:00 The Real Estate Impact & Tax Implications
40:00 What Happens When You Leave the Home?
47:00 Can You Buy a Duplex or Triplex with a HECM?
55:00 The 3 Keys to a Successful Retirement Strategy
1:03:00 Final Thoughts + How to Learn More

📍 Serving buyers and sellers across Hilton Head, Bluffton, Beaufort, and Savannah.

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Thank you for tuning in to Real Talk Hilton Head!

👉 Explore More: Visit our website at www.RealTalkHHI.com to learn more about us. To find out more aoubt our real estate services, and the incredible Lowcountry lifestyle visit www.DavidDale.com.

👉 Stay Connected: Follow us on social media for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and local insights:

• Instagram: @RealTalkHiltonHead
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👉 Contact Us: Have questions about moving to Hilton Head or want to connect? Email us at Info@DavidDale.com.

🎙️ Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with friends who love the Lowcountry!