charlotte nc realtor: Not So Speechless Sundays - My Very First Buyer Clients Ever - 07/16/23 07:18 PM
Not So Speechless Sundays - My Very First Buyer Clients Ever 
Yesterday, I had the incredible pleasure of hosting a client appreciation event at my home, and guess who attended? My very first buyer clients EVER; the first ones who trusted me to help them find their dream home! It was a heartwarming reunion filled with laughter, joy - and plenty of hugs to go around! 💕
 
Seeing their smiling faces walk through the door brought back a flood of memories from our journey together. From the moment we first met, it was clear that we were destined to become more than just … (18 comments)

charlotte nc realtor: Are You Ready for Some... - 08/24/11 05:29 AM
Are You Ready for Some...
Are You Ready for Some... ...RAINCAMP MEET UPS?! All across the country hosts and hostesses are sending out invitations to their local meet-ups in celebration of ActiveRain’s first virtual RainCamp!  From 9-1 PST (Noon to 4:00 EST), ActiveRain is hosting an afternoon (or morning on the West Coast!) of online learning.  Guest members will share their tips and pointers via GoToMeeting.com. After having our first venue fall through for us, we decided to host this exciting event at our office--an historic Victorian in the heart of Charlotte’s Elizabeth neighborhood.  We’ll be providing the food and beverages … (18 comments)

charlotte nc realtor: Common Myths About Real Estate Agents - 12/18/10 03:50 AM
Common Myths About Real Estate Agents Ask anyone about their experiences with real estate agents, and you will no doubt hear a wide variety of responses.  There are so many myths about agents that tend to be taken as truths when someone has a negative experience.  A good real estate agent is worth every single penny you spend for their expertise.  Let’s examine some popular myths about real estate agents. "They make too much money."  According to CareersInFinance.com, the median salary for real estate agents in 2009 was approximately $54,000.  Agents have to pay exorbitant business expenses such as broker’s fees, … (175 comments)

charlotte nc realtor: Top Real Estate Firms in North America Recognized - 11/01/09 03:31 PM
Top Real Estate Firms in North America Recognized: Charlotte NC Real Estate Firm Named for Top Service!   The 2009 QE Award recognizes the Top 10 Companies and the Top 10 Offices in North America for delivering the highest levels of service quality and customer satisfaction.
 
The 2009 QE Award is based upon the results of an independent survey of every closed transaction for participating real estate agents in a 17 month period- from January 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009.  More than 25,000 real estate agents and 500 companies participated in the customer satisfaction assessment survey process. The survey … (21 comments)

charlotte nc realtor: Charlotte Regional Realtors® Association Technology Day--A BIG Hit with Local Attendees - 06/21/09 12:32 PM
Charlotte Regional Realtors® Association Technology Day--A BIG Hit with Local Realtors®!
 
June 20, 2009 marked the first Technology Day sponsored by Charlotte Regional Realtors® Association and the buzz amongst the attendees was that this conference was a HUGE hit!  From Social Networking 101 including Twitter to Facebook to LinkedIn, Branding, Real Estate Photography, Centralized Showing Service, Real Fast Forms (RealFast2Go), GIS/Polaris Mapping, Syndication of Listings, Outlook for Realtors®, Palm, Treo & Blackberry use, area MLS tips and, of course, blogging. 
 
 
I was honored to be asked by the Association to teach a blogging class and what forum … (43 comments)

charlotte nc realtor: Charlotte NC SouthPark Home For Sale--NEW PRICE $2,100,000 - 03/20/09 06:52 AM
**PRICE REDUCED!!** Exquisite European Estate in SouthPark! 4800 Carmel Park Drive, Charlotte, NC 28226 View Map **PRICE REDUCED!!** This home boasts amazing amenities both indoors & out. Separate guest quarters overlook gorgeous pool & entertainment area. Top-of-the-line appliances in gorgeous gourmet kitchen include Thermador 6-burner range w/pot filler, Sub-Zero fridge, Bosch dish washer. Whole house generator, security monitors, H2O softener/purifying & advanced technology ventilation systems are among the many luxuries that are contained in this unique home. Reclaimed heart of pine floors- entire 1st floor, upstairs hall, & loft. * Stunning European estate w/all the bells & whistles: Gourmet kitchen w/state-of-the-art … (5 comments)

charlotte nc realtor: Charlotte NC Restaurant Review- Mickey & Mooch, The Queen's Feast - 02/01/09 02:45 PM
 
 
Charlotte NC Restaurant Review- Mickey & Mooch, The Queen's Feast I recently wrote a review of one of our favorite Charlotte restaurants, Mickey & Mooch at the Arboretum. That prompted another visit to the restaurant for my partner, Scott Morrison's 40th birthday! (birthday post coming soon!)  Last evening, The Maxwell House Group and a few friends and family, had the privilege of  dining during Charlotte's Queen's Feast!  What a delicious menu and our wait staff was absolutely wonderful, quite possibly the most attentive we've ever had! Mickey & Mooch operates with a deceptively simple premise: they create a casually … (37 comments)

charlotte nc realtor: NEW Price on 7010 Summerhill Ridge, Stonecroft, Charlotte NC - 12/24/08 06:59 AM
7010 Summerhill Ridge Drive, Charlotte NC **NEW PRICE for 2009**Location: StonecroftBeautiful French Country, Dienst Custom Home in highly sought-after STONECROFT overlooks private backyard sanctuary with pool/spa & putting green. Huge bonus room over 3 car garage, 2nd bonus room PLUS large loft area on second level as well. The Gourmet Kitchen is full of upgrades including a Bosch 5-burner gas cooktop, Viking side-by-side 48” refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, GE Profile double ovens & an oversized granite island. The oversized Master Suite on the main level boasts coffered ceilings, a luxury bath with double vanities & Jacuzzi tub. Surround sound in the kitchen, … (6 comments)

charlotte nc realtor: Why Not Call Carmel Park Home for the Holidays in '09? - 12/23/08 02:08 AM
Home for the Holidays in 2009? Location: Carmel ParkWant to spend your 2009 holidays in prime Charlotte's SouthPark area? Look no further than this beautiful home which boasts amazing amenities both indoors & out. Separate guest quarters overlook gorgeous pool & entertainment area. Whole-house generator, security monitors, water softener/purifying & advanced technology ventilation systems are among the many luxuries that are contained in this unique home. Reclaimed heart of pine floors- entire 1st floor, upstairs hall, & loft.Stunning European estate with all the bells & whistles: Gourmet kitchen includes state-of-the-art appliances (Bosch dishwasher, SubZero refrigerator, Thermador oven and range). Eat-at island … (2 comments)

charlotte nc realtor: 7010 Summerhill Ridge Drive,Charlotte NC: FOR SALE - 11/10/08 11:37 PM
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charlotte nc realtor: Romancing the REALTORS - 10/29/08 03:34 AM
How Do YOU Romance the Realtors®?
With three buyer tours last week and an average showing list of 5 homes each, I made certain to phone to early to schedule appointments in order to avoid any potential issues with late return calls from listing agents or Sellers who wanted to reschedule, etc.  Once again, I've been beaten upby slack Realtors®!
Here in Charlotte, our MLS provides a scheduling system to all active members through Centralized Showing Service.  Say what you may but, a showing service beats the heck out of trying to round up the listing agents to schedule appointments.  I have … (28 comments)

charlotte nc realtor: Charlotte NC Carmel Park Community - 10/25/08 06:30 AM
Charlotte NC Carmel Park Neighborhood
Charlotte NC Carmel Park Community
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, sanctuary-style setting features large homesites, ponds and mature hardwoods that line the streets.  Carmel Park offers a quaint, park-like setting for gorgeous estate homes right in the heart of SouthPark.   
Just minutes away from SouthPark and Phillips Place, Carmel Park boasts one of the best locations in … (4 comments)

charlotte nc realtor: Charlotte NC PROVIDENCE SPRINGS Market Report: 10/25/2008 - 10/25/08 03:34 AM
Charlotte NC PROVIDENCE SPRINGS Market Report 10/23/2008 CHARLOTTE NC PROVIDENCE SPRINGS MARKET REPORT 10/23/2008
Providence Springs is a quaint neighborhood nestled between the Arboretum and Rea Road (the city-side of Highway 51). Gene Harrington & Ken Dowd (developers of other upscale neighborhoods as Berkley & Highgate), developed the sanctuary-style neighborhood, building custom homes on winding streets with flat lots, surrounded by mature trees.   As you enter Providence Springs, you will continue past a relatively new pre-fab development into the original neighborhood (which begins at Megington Drive) with 127 gorgeous custom and semi-custom homes.  Minutes from the Arboretum, just 9 miles from … (2 comments)

charlotte nc realtor: How Do I Get the Scoop on the Home that I'm About to Purchase? - 10/04/08 04:35 PM
How Do I get the Scoop on the Home that I am about to Purchase? How Do I Get the Real Scoop on Home I am About to Purchase?
Home inspections, seller disclosure requirements and your REALTOR's experience will help.  Disclosure laws vary by state, but in North & South Carolina, the law requires the seller to complete a real estate  (property) disclosure statement. Here is a summary of the things you will see on a disclosure form:

* In the kitchen:  range, oven, microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, refrigerator (if included).
* Safety features such as burglar and … (12 comments)

charlotte nc realtor: Shopping Charlotte NC for Restaurants? - 09/29/08 06:31 AM
Shopping Charlotte NC for Fine Dining Establishments? Shopping Charlotte NC for Restaurants?

Well, your problem won't ever be an inability to locate one!  Charlotte is chock-full of fine dining establishments. 
Named one of the 'Top 50 Cities That Sizzle' by Restaurant News Magazine, Charlotte has a seemingly endless list of establishments that provide culinary delights!  So, if you're shopping Charlotte NC for restaurants around town, here are a few for you...


Located in Charlotte's upscale neighborhood, SouthPark, Zebra is in the Wall Street Capitol Buliding. Zebra offers a la carte contemporary French cuisine and is one of Charlotte's … (3 comments)

charlotte nc realtor: Shopping Charlotte NC for a RESPONSIVE Real Estate Agent? - 09/24/08 07:11 AM
Shopping Charlotte NC for a RESPONSIVE AGENT? Shopping Charlotte NC for a RESPONSIVE Real Estate Agent?
'Hello?  Is YOUR listing agent there?!'  
Parking in handicapped spaces when you're overweight and just plain lazy or not handicapped at ALL and NOT returning phone calls are two of my BIGGEST pet-peeves!  I have so many stories to tell you about our experiences with illegal handicapped parking, but I'll save those for an entire article! For now, let's address the listing agents who don't return phone calls!  

Are you shopping Charlotte NC for a responsive agent or simply an agent who you have … (10 comments)

charlotte nc realtor: Charlotte NC's Power Marketing Specialists - 09/14/08 03:56 PM
ONLINE NEWSLETTER: Sell your Charlotte Real Estate with the Power of Marketing Specialists Sell Your Charlotte Real Estate with the Power of  Charlotte's Premier Marketing Specialists If you are considering putting your home on the market in Charlotte, now is the time to start preparing and get the job done.  
Choosing a REALTOR® to list your home is one of the most important steps in the home selling process. Realizing that more than 85% of today's buyers are starting their home search online, our primary focus (second only to customer/client satisfaction) is internet marketing. Providing that you have priced your … (6 comments)

charlotte nc realtor: Sellers in Charlotte NC - 09/13/08 01:24 PM
Sellers in Charlotte NC Sellers in Charlotte NC


If you're looking for evidence of success in helping sellers get their homes sold in this market, look no further!  I wanted to share with you a testimonial that I received from a client who recently Closed on their property--even in this market! Documentation beats a cold, impersonal sales pitch each and every time.  You want to know that we do know how to weather all the real estate climates, especially this one.
Beware of leaving the sale of your property, your biggest investment, in the hands of those who's only accolades are … (11 comments)

charlotte nc realtor: Charlotte NC EASTOVER Home for Sale $899,900. - 09/13/08 01:22 PM
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charlotte nc realtor: Charlotte NC Home for Sale in Beautiful Carmel Park - 09/13/08 07:14 AM
Charlotte NC Home for Sale in Beautiful Carmel Park Charlotte NC Home For Sale in Beautiful Carmel Park

               

BEAUTY spills forth from this magnificent European 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.  This separate … (2 comments)

 
Debe Maxwell, CRS, The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR! (Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310)

Debe Maxwell, CRS

The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Charlotte, NC

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Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310

Address: 2108 South BLVD, Suite 116, DILWORTH/SOUTH END/WILMORE, Charlotte, NC, 28203

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Call (704) 491-3310 or email SavvyBroker@me.com

Author Bio: Debe Maxwell is a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) in the Charlotte Metro region with a focus on the Charlotte luxury home market. My team of agents each have their own specialty areas, a benefit to anyone buying a home in Charlotte NC.

If you're thinking of listing your home, I would love to meet with you and share our marketing success package with you. My homes sell faster and for more money and after all, isn't that what every seller wants?! We'd love to help you buy or sell in the Charlotte Metro region.

   

    

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