With an increased consumer desire for energy-efficient and eco-friendly homes fueling interest in Hunley Waters, the neighborhood announces its first green myEnergyLoan in Charleston, South Carolina.

CHARLESTON, SC—February 2, 2010—Hunley Waters, the eco-friendly community located in North Charleston’s thriving Park Circle community, announces its newest homeowner secures Charleston’s first myEnergyLoan through Daniel Island Mortgage.

Customers of myEnergyLoan receive substantial savings on any loan, as long as the home is energy efficient. Coupled with the drastic reduction in energy and other running costs, myEnergyLoan represents a significant savings for buyers. Hunley Waters homes are EarthCraft Gold rated and are at least 20 percent more efficient than any code-built home, making home buyers in this neighborhood perfect for this discount program.

Gary Harwyn, President of Daniel Island Mortgage, the sole provider of myEnergyLoan in the Charleston area, says, “Once buyers hear about the mortgage discounts available through our myEnergyLoan program, they get excited about saving money simply by buying an energy-efficient home.”

“Considering the recent major renewable energy and employment wins for North Charleston, we are certain this is the first of many myEnergyLoans financing the transition to sustainability in the area,” notes Jeff Cole with myEnergyLoan. “Early investment in vibrant communities, such as Park Circle, is what makes neighborhoods like Hunley Waters such an attractive proposition.”

North Charleston Mayor Keith Summey, says, “Hunley Waters is a shining example of how a green development should be approached. This excellent waterfront community represents a significant piece of the current revitalization of the North Charleston area and just underlines the aspirations we have for this area.”

Cobalt Developments, LLC, is the procurement and investment company that developed Hunley Waters. The Watts Team, led by Josh Watts of Coldwell Banker United, is the exclusive listing agent for the neighborhood.

According to Alex Cook, Marketing and Operations Manager, “Green homes give their owners energy-efficient credits and an overall reduction in running costs. For those who buy at the bottom of the market in areas of strong resurgence, such as North Charleston, it will mean a greater return on investment in four or five years.”