Charlotte NC Fab Five Things to Do, Part II - 06/30/08 10:33 PM
Charlotte NC Fab Five Things to Do, Part II Charlotte NC Fab Five Things to Do, Part II

Charlotte NC Fab Five Things to Do, Part II is an ongoing series of, but a few, of the many hot spots and activities to see & do while you're visiting or living in Charlotte. Here are a few more!
Children's Theatre of Charlotte has been opening the minds of young ones to the wonders of live theatre for over 50 years.  Shows, classes and programs for children of all ages are available and the Tarradiddle Players touring productions are Broadway-class! … (3 comments)

Charlotte NC--SouthPark, A Defining Element of Charlotte - 06/29/08 10:19 PM
Charlotte NC--SouthPark, a Defining Element of Charlotte SouthPark is only 10 minutes from Uptown Charlotte & is one of North Carolina's largest employment centers.  As a matter of fact, SouthPark IS the state's 4th largest and is home to some of the best shopping, restaurants and fine homes in the area.  SouthPark is one of Charlotte's most desired areas, primarily because it is a live/work community and the commute to Uptown is about as good as you can get without LIVING in Uptown!  
A regional mall rose from the pasture that it once was in 1970, and is now home to … (4 comments)

Charlotte NC SouthPark's Phillips Place - 06/29/08 08:51 PM
 Charlotte NC SouthPark's Phillips Place  
 
Phillips Place located in the SouthPark area of Charlotte NC, is redefining the art of shopping.  
Specialty retail, awesome apparel and upscale home furnishing shops are all housed in a Main Street setting.  The park-like setting with incredible landscaping, park benches, spilling fountains and simply full of Old World charm.   If you need a place to stay while you're visiting Charlotte and searching for your dream home, the Hampton Inn & Suites is a favorite among Charlotte visitors.  The setting is ideal as you are able to shop, eat & sleep at Phillips … (2 comments)

Charlotte NC--5 Fabulous Things to Do! - 06/29/08 11:16 AM
Charlotte NC--5 Fabulous Things to do! Charlotte NC--5 Fabulous Things to Do!

Charlotte, known as "The Gateway to the South," has more to do that even the native Charlotteans can get to--and there aren't many of those (native Charlotteans) around!  The Queen City has become a world-class city right before our very eyes--and there ARE many of those around!  

With the city being the nation's second largest banking center, not only is the face of Charlotte ever-changing but, the faces IN the city are as well!  So, with the diverse cultural attractions, family attractions, nightlife and professional sports (which … (9 comments)

Condo in Charlotte: UNDER CONTRACT IN 14 DAYS! - 06/28/08 04:50 PM
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4800 Carmel Park Drive, Charlotte NC: Exquisite European Estate FOR SALE - 06/28/08 02:28 PM
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Charlotte NC--Spacious 3BR DILWORTH Townhome--A RARE Find! - 06/27/08 10:06 PM
Charlotte NC--Spacious 3BR DILWORTH Townhome--A RARE Find! Charlotte NC--Spacious 3BR DILWORTH Townhome--A RARE Find!

Dilworth, one of the most historical neighborhoods in Charlotte was known the "streetcar suburb," built around Uptown to accommodate trolley commuting.  Other  'suburb' areas of Charlotte that were formed along the streetcar lines, extending out from the city, were Elizabeth, Myers Park and Plaza Midwood. 



The trolley is a popular attraction to newcomers in Charlotte and is always the highlight of the little ones on the tour!
Latta Park  was known as the "pleasure resort" was located at the southernmost END of the streetcar line!   Latta … (4 comments)

Charlotte NC Dilworth Townhome FOR SALE! - 06/27/08 04:23 PM
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Active Rain & Reciprocity - 06/22/08 10:52 AM
Active Rain and Reciprocity
Active Rain & Reciprocity

rec·i·proc·i·ty

-noun 1.  A reciprocal state or relation. 2.  Reciprocation; mutual exchange. 3.  The relation or policy in commercial dealings between countries by which corresponding advantages or privileges are granted by each country to the citizens of the other.

How does this term, reciprocity apply to Active Rain?  I've spoken with a few Active Rainers about my 'habit' here in the Rain:  I login, go to my BLOGS tab and look at the right hand column.  Here lies the Active Rain members to whom I have subscribed.  I … (60 comments)

Charlotte NC SouthPark Home PREVIEWING NOW! - 06/20/08 07:14 AM
Charlotte NC SouthPark Area Home PREVIEWING NOW! Charlotte NC SouthPark Area Home PREVIEWING NOW!

               

BEAUTY spills forth from this magnificent French Country estate, a commanding residence of nearly 7,000 square feet, masterfully designed by Christopher Phelps and set on nearly two acres right in the heart of Charlotte, North Carolina.  Soaring ceilings, grand principal rooms and meticulous attention to detail enhance the gracious layout.  The property also includes a separate guest house with bedroom, den, efficiency kitchen and full bath with separate outside door for pool access.



THE … (14 comments)

Charlotte North Carolina-Whiskey River - 06/19/08 06:00 PM
                                      Nestled between the massive rising steel of Uptown Charlotte and the Bobcats Timewarner Arena, you'll find one of Charlotte's newest buildings, the EpiCentre.  The EpiCentre is a 53-story complex on College Street, planned mixed-use project of residential, retail and entertainment space.
Enter Whiskey River!  Whiskey River proudly opened the EpiCentre and has become Charlotte's crown jewel of nightlife and entertainment, amping up to be THE nighttime landmark for both locals and tourists!
The views of Uptown from Whiskey River are simply … (10 comments)

200th Post and It's a Doo-zie! - 06/18/08 08:52 PM
200th Post and it's a Doo-zie! Well, I've had plans over the past few months that I was going to make my 200th post a REALLY special one!  I was looking forward to sharing that after months of learning the system and writing away, I had reached my 90K point mark, 90 subscribers for my 200th post!  

                   

I planned to write all about Active Rain and its benefits, thank those who've contributed to my success here in the Rain, thank those who loyally post comments when I … (38 comments)

MOST Positive Experience: Thank YOU Active Rain - 06/17/08 01:44 AM
MOST Positive Experience: Thank YOU Active Rain!
MOST Positive Experience: Thank YOU Active Rain!  
A Charlotte Seller phoned to have me list her home in the $2.5m price range in PRIME Charlotte. I found out at the appointment that I was competing with some tough REALTORS in the area and was rather 'stunned' if you will, because I thought they had already researched and found who they wanted to list their home--ME!   These Sellers KNOW the power of the internet because right HERE is where they found me! Honestly (and humbly), my face and name are ALL over the … (73 comments)

Charlotte North Carolina-Carmel Park Schools - 06/16/08 10:54 PM
Carmel Park schools                       Charlotte North Carolina-Carmel Park Schools

Schools are all within close proximity to Carmel Park.  The public schools to which Carmel Park children are assigned are as follows: (see below for private school  & home school information)

SHARON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Principal: Steve Hall
Address: 4330 Foxcroft Road
Charlotte, NC 28211
Phone: (980)343-6725
Fax: (980)343-6743
School Website :  http://pages.cms.k12.nc.us/sharon/
Sharon School is best described by the words on the banner that flies in the school's lobby, “North Carolina Honor School of Excellence”.    This designation, indicating school performance above 90% … (0 comments)

Charlotte NC Carmel Park - 06/16/08 07:58 AM
Charlotte NC Carmel Park Neighborhood
Charlotte NC Carmel Park Neighborhood
Location, Location, Luxury...

Carmel Park is an upscale neighborhood in the Southpark area of Charlotte.  Formerly classified in the area 5/2 map and revised to area 5/4, Carmel Park is tucked away between Providence, Fairview and Carmel Roads.  The tranquil setting features large homesites, ponds and mature hardwoods that line the streets offering a quaint, park-like setting for gorgeous estate homes.   



Just minutes away from Southpark and Phillips Place, Carmel Park boasts one of the best locations in Charlotte!  Only  3 minutes from Phillips Place and … (6 comments)

$2.5 - $3m Listing--Thanks to Active Rain! - 06/14/08 11:03 PM
$2.5 - $3m Listing--Thanks to Active Rain!
$2.5 - $3m Deal Sealed--Thanks to Active Rain!

Earlier in the week, I wrote about a Seller who had phoned to have me list her home in the $2.5-$3m price range in PRIME Charlotte. I found out at the appointment that I was competing with some hard- hitting REALTORS in the area and was rather 'stunned' if you will, because I thought they had already researched and found who they wanted to list their home--ME!  

Honestly (and humbly), my face and name are ALL over the place and my business is … (19 comments)

Charlotte North Carolina Housing Market is Bouncing Back! - 06/14/08 11:34 AM
Charlotte North Carolina Housing Market is Bouncing Back!

The Wall Street firm, UBS Securities, reports that Charlotte's housing market could be among the first market to bounce back. Analysts examined 13 regions, taking into consideration demographics, housing inventory, affordability and other economic factors. Population and job/economic growth helped push Charlotte to the top of the list.  Some of the big bank job losses are a concern but, all things considered, growth continues to move upwards.

During the 'big boom' housing market, other areas showed higher appreciation than did Charlotte, leaving Charlotte with a far less price margin to have … (11 comments)

Equal Pay for Equal Work? - 06/14/08 12:14 AM
Equal Pay for Equal Work
Equal Pay for Equal Work?

"Equal pay for equal work," federal law since the enactment of the Equal Pay Act of 1963.
Experts continue the debate of the law's impact. Some feel that its goal has become reality; others contend that the large gap between male and female workers remains.
A recent Bizjournal study on gender equity, is that the balance between the sexes varies dramatically by occupation. Men and women are essentially equal in many fields, "especially food services, education and transportation". However, men and women remain far apart in heavy industry, … (15 comments)

Baseball and Condominiums - 06/13/08 05:49 PM
Baseball and Condos
Baseball and Condominiums!
Please let me know if you have information that you'd be willing to share with me in regards to condos that are located near baseball stadiums!

I am attempting to gather information on new (or re-sale) condo projects and their appreciation in cities that house nearby baseball stadiums. Condo conversions or new development (or resales) in San Diego, Philadelphia, Atlanta and Memphis are areas that I know have complexes nearby but, I'm wondering how they fare with their appreciation.

Any expert advice would be much appreciated from any city with … (3 comments)

New Uptown Charlotte Condo--The Catalyst - 06/12/08 09:07 PM
New Uptown Charlotte Condo--The Catalyst
New Uptown Condo (Catalyst) Sales Center is Gearing up to Open on June 21st!

Construction began on the Catalyst in 2007, and is on schedule to be completed in late 2008!  Closings should begin first quarter, 2009.  The sales office is located at 222 S. Church St. and will feature a full-size model of a one-bedroom condo.  You will be able to experience, first-hand, the look and feel of your new Catalyst home in beautiful Uptown Charlotte!  The 27-floor contemporary building will be located in Charlotte's Third Ward and right at the new 5.5-acre … (4 comments)

Providence Springs Market Report, Week Ending 06/06/2008 - 06/07/08 11:14 PM
Providence Springs Market Activity, week ending 06/06/2008 Providence Springs Market Report, Week Ending 06/06/2008

Providence Springs (once farmland) is nestled between the Arboretum and Rea Road (the city-side of Highway 51). Harrington & Dowd developed the neighborhood, with this property located in the final phase of Providence Springs. Please note: As you enter Providence Springs, you will continue past a new pre-fab development into the original neighborhood (which begins at Megington Drive) with 127 gorgeous custom and semi-custom homes. Just 9 miles from Uptown and minutes from I-485, Providence Springs is in a prime location: shopping, recreation, and schools abound … (2 comments)

Providence Country Club Market Activity, week ending 06/06/2008 - 06/07/08 10:56 PM
 
Providence Country Club Market Report, Week Ending 06/06/2008  
Providence Country Club, established in 1989, has grown to be one of the premier country clubs in the Charlotte region.  Featuring an exquisite Dan Maples designed golf course, PCC offers some of the finest recreational amenities in the area in a location that is in close proximity to everything Charlotte.  
Providence Country Club continues to show market 'movement', although days on the market are a bit higher than this period last year.  TIP: If you're selling in today's market, speak to your neighborhood expert to see how pricing your home to sell … (3 comments)

Stonecroft Market Activity Week Ending 06/06/2008 - 06/07/08 10:26 PM
Stonecroft Market Activity, week ending 06/06/2008
Stonecroft Market Activity, week ending 06/06/2008  
                                                 
The area's most elite custom builders created an exclusive South Charlotte neighborhood, preserving age-old trees and boasting beautiful streetscapes.   A complimentary mixture of architecture is seen in the 120 elegant estate homes in Stonecroft, overlooking Carmel Country Club.  Minutes from Uptown and Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Stonecroft homeowners have fingertip access to everything that Charlotte has to offer.   From the finest dining to cultural arts, … (0 comments)

Charlotte NC Market Statistics for ZIP Code 28226: Week Ending June 6, 2008 - 06/07/08 09:54 PM
Charlotte NC Market Statistics for Zip Code 28226
Charlotte NC Market Statistics for ZIP Code 28226:   Week Ending June 6, 2008
Courtesy of Debe Maxwell, REALTOR®/Broker/ABR/Certified Relocation Specialist/Certified Neighborhood Specialist
As a REALTOR®/Broker with HELEN ADAMS REALTY, I monitor local real estate statistics to keep my clients informed and ahead of the real estate trends. Following, are the current real estate statistics for Mecklenburg County, Charlotte, NC  ZIP Code 28226 for the Week Ending June 6, 2008.
Number of Active Listings (Single Family Homes)-33
Average List Price  $  463,121 Average Square Footage  2,600 - 3,100 Average Days on Market     29 … (0 comments)

Dilworth Market Report Charlotte NC 06/2008 - 06/07/08 08:36 PM
 Dilworth Market Report Charlotte NC  06/2008

Dilworth, one of Charlotte's premier neighborhoods, continues to show growth in market trends.  Below are stats on trends from Dilworth sales in new construction (Single family homes) in the $500 - $750K range.

               

Sales prices are down a bit but, Sellers in the area are keeping with the trend not to price their homes so far above market value that they won't sell and are keeping a 96% of list price.  Days on the market have actually DECREASED in Dilworth as a direct … (2 comments)

Websites for Success - 06/05/08 10:12 PM
Websites Websites for Success
This certainly is a challenging time for most people associated with the real estate industry, including homeowners who are attempting to sell their properties. The factors that fuel the market (up OR down) are out of the control of any one individual but, what does remain in OUR control is lead generation and follow-up FOR our clients. Hard work, strong organizational skills and a willingness to embrace technology, are key ingredients to attaining impressive results in a tougher marketplace.

I have found that I am spending an increasing amount of time working first-time homebuyers. 90% … (23 comments)

Charlotte NC Townhome for Sale in Kimmerly Woods - 06/04/08 11:43 PM
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The Right Attitude is a MUST in Networking - 06/04/08 12:03 PM
The Right Attitude is a MUST in Networking In our business, attitude is everything! Today, reading our local news (why, oh why, do I?) a quote from one our prominent businessmen eluded to the fact that Ken Thompson lost his top-dog position with Wachovia as a result of the economy; 'someone had to take the fall!' The fall for the distress of all banks across America? The fall for the economy? Or, possibly the fall for some bad decisions that cost him his job? However well-liked the guy is, the general concensus is that it is the latter.
When times … (61 comments)

Crismark Seller Offering 'Buyer Bonus' - 06/02/08 10:16 PM
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12533 Headquarters Farm Road Charlotte NC Home for Sale - 06/01/08 02:23 PM
12533 Headquarters Farm Road Withrow Downs Charlotte NCLocation: Withrow DownsGorgeous renovations to this priced-to-sell home in the Mallard Creek area. New TREK deck, new roof covering, new carpet, new tile in kitchen & baths, granite countertops, new s/s sink, disposal, cooktop. Fresh neutral paint. Formals, fireplace & built-ins in open greatrm, 2-car garage. This home is surrounded by full-brick homes and mature hardwoods. New Mallard Creek High School & established neighborhood close to Uptown, Concord Mills & Lowe s Motor Speedway! New construction homes on same street selling in the low $400's! Unbelievable investment!InformationContact InformationDebe Maxwell704.491.3310Contact Reply FormForward to a FriendView … (14 comments)

 
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