Greenville area real estate happenings for the week of Dec. 10, 2021 | Greenville Real Estate Special Coverage

2021 Legislative Breakfast

What: The annual legislative breakfast hosted by the Greenville Chamber, featuring an introduction and overview of the legislative agenda for 2022. Program to feature former Congressmen Bob Inglis of South Carolina and Heath Shuler of North Carolina in a discussion about a business leader’s role in political debate.

When: Dec. 10, 7:30-9:30 a.m.

Where: The Westin Poinsett, 120 South Main St., Greenville

Price: $45 for Chamber investors, $65 general admission

More info: greenvillechamber.org

My First Home

What: Event teaching participants about credit, financial management, down payment assistance, home ownership programs and other areas. Lunch is included. Hosted by TRC Housing and Financial Empowerment and Upstate Circle of Friends, which enhances opportunities for at-risk children and their families.

When: Dec. 11, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: 206 Ridgeway Drive, Greenville

Price: Free

More info: ucfgreenville.org

Homebuyer Workshop

What: A workshop for those interested in buying a home or refinancing that will offer guidance and strategies for navigating the process. Refreshments provided, and attendees will be entered for a raffle valued at $150.

When: Dec. 11, noon

Where: 307 Fairview St., Fountain Inn

Price: Free

More info: Contact hosts Shatoya Cobb and Deanna Surgick on Facebook

Flex Greenville

What: Seminar that helps entrepreneurs learn to gain more clients and scale their businesses to the next level. Part of the Flex Your City business empowerment tour.

When: Dec. 11, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Where: Nicholtown Missionary Baptist Church, 327 Ackley Road, Greenville

Price: $85-$250

More info: flexyourcity.com

Upstate CREIA Christmas Party

What: Holiday celebration to coincide with the monthly meeting of the Upstate Carolina Real Estate Investors Association. Volunteers will be recognized and Golden Ladder Awards will be handed out. Attendees must pre-register to participate. Networking hour with cash bar begins at 6 p.m., with food service starting at 7.

When: Dec. 13, 6-9 p.m.

Where: Embassy Suites, 670 Verdae Blvd., Greenville

Price: Free for members, $20 for nonmembers

More info: upstatecreia.com

Outlook Spartanburg

What: Event hosted by One Spartanburg featuring legislative, economic and community forecasts at the local, regional, national and global level to enable attendees to make informed decisions in 2022. Includes a legislative panel, economic outlook and trends impacting Spartanburg into the new year.

When: Jan. 7, 8 a.m.-Noon

Where: Spartanburg Marriott, 299 North Church St.

Price: Check for rates

More info: [email protected]

Greenville Remodeling Expo

What: A comprehensive home remodeling expo that can help make your dream home a reality. Experts will be on hand showcasing such areas as cabinetry and countertops, flooring, sunrooms and additions, basement finishing, waterproofing, smart home automation, and energy-efficient windows and exterior products.

When: Jan. 14-16, 2022

Where: Greenville Convention Center, 1 Exposition Drive

Price: Adults $4, children 18-under free

More info: homeshowcenter.com/overview/greenville

Southern Home and Garden Show

What: The largest and most popular home and garden event in South Carolina, with thousands of square feet of exhibits featuring landscape design, lawn and garden equipment, interior design, windows and window treatments, flooring, decking, outdoor living, home entertainment and automation and more.

When: Feb. 18-20, 2022

Where: Greenville Convention Center, 1 Exposition Drive

Price: Adults $8, seniors $6, children 12-under free

More info: southernhomeandgardenshow.com

Amplifii Your Influence

What: Speaker and entrepreneur Rene Rodriguez breaks down the science of influence and guides attendees through a three-step process toward becoming a more powerful presenter, communicator and influencer.

When: March 15, 2022

Where: Greenville Country Club, 239 Byrd Blvd., Greenville

Price: Tickets on sale Dec. 28

More info: amplifiimylife.com