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Opened in 2006 AKHS is one of the newest high schools in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools system. It is located in the Ballantyne area of South Charlotte - one of the newest neighborhoods in Charlotte. In the three years since starting AKHS has sustained a very high academic achievement. Visit the school website at http://www.pages.cms.k12.nc.us/ardreykell/
Newcomers to Charlotte are surprised by the dramatic growth that has taken place in the Ballantyne area over the last decade. An expanding corporate presence and nearby shopping areas, as well as easy access to roads and highways in both North and South Carolina has made it on of the most desirable areas for young professionals, families, as well as retirees. It offers an expansive corporate park and a variety of businesses, hotels, restaurants and entertainment.
As an active real estate Broker/Realtor in Charlotte, NC with family and friends in NY, Connecticut, Florida, California, North Carolina, Minnesota ... and even Australia ... I am having some fun with facebook! It is a great way to keep in touch with friends and family, and to reconnect with people I have lost touch with. I can add photos, videos, and join discussion groups and it's free! As part of efforts to remain connected to friends and family, facebook offers a unique tool to connect to our sphere(s) of influence. To neroll just go to www.facebook.com.
Well, okay, not really ... but many buyers are confused by the market and current buying fears of consumers ... real estate, consumer goods, financial investments, and just about anything.
It seems Americans are going through a historic transformative period, and many of us have stopped spending. Maybe, just maybe, this trend is better for our long-term national financial health ... time will tell. It has definitely been a painful process and most of the experts don't know when it will improve.
The Federal Government is trying to jump start the economy by spending money we don't have to create jobs. Let's hope they know what they are doing.
The good news is - for those positioned to buy real estate it's a buyers market! Great deals are to be had on all fronts - new construction, foreclosures, townhomes, the secondary market, vacation homes, land and more ...
Advice for Charlotte Area Real Estate Buyers - it's time to start shopping ... start doing your research and lining up your team of advisors ... the deals will not be getting that much better. Mortgage rates are great now.
In North Carolina (and probably everywhere else) the key phrase and advice is always Caveat Emptor - let the buyer beware. If it seems too good to be true ... it probably is.
Surround yourself with a trusted team of professionals (realtor, mortgage advisor, attorney, financial advisor) that will give you the best advice and guidance to make it all worthwhile. Take Warren Buffett's advice ... "Buy when fear is high, sell when greed is high."
March 13, 2009
Always be present when a buyer's home inspector is making a home inspection. Recently, I had a Charlotte, NC contract sale fall through when the inspector told the prospective buyer and selling agent that he thought there might be toxic black mold in the crawl space. This was enough to frighten the buyers who had a new baby.
The Owners had the inside air professionally tested and there were no indications of any mold or spores present. The Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) was perfect, but that didn't seem to matter.
Of course, after further testing it was determined it was not black mold! But the damage had been done, and the buyers found enough repairs to withdraw from the contract. The message is always be present to monitor the inspection and hear what the inspector is telling the prospective buyer(s) and others present. ("Loose lips sink ships")
The best advice is to hire a professional inspector to conduct your own testing before the home is listed so all problems can be addressed prior to any contract. Mold and mildew are huge hot spots that can worry buyers and spoil a sale.
These two single family residential listings have been generously re-crafted and brought up to modern construction building codes, and are well suited for modern living. Both are in Sherwood Forest - a established neighborhood in Charlotte, NC with excellent schools and close proximity to Uptown Charlotte as well as South Pak Mall - the finest shopping area in Charlotte. Contact Dick McDonnell with any questions at 704-582-3234, or visit www.ExploreCharlotteHomes.com.
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Completely renovated 3 BR / 2.5 BA sunny home with new eat-in kitchen, granite counters, stainless appliances, large pantry, hardwood floors; new tiled master bath with double vanity, private WC, large shower and walk-in closet; Formal Living/Dining Room with fireplace; Great Family Room with new cabinets and built-in bar and fireplace. New windows, roof, AC, electric, with private fenced back yard with mature landscaping. CMS schools are Myers Park High School, Alexander Graham Middle School, Cotswold Elementary. Great central location - 5 minutes to the South Park Mall, 15 minutes to Uptown Charlotte, CATS #15 bus Uptown commute is less than 30 minutes! Just under 2,400 square feet of living. You really need to preview this home. See photos on http://www.4729Addisondrive.com. Call Dick McDonnell with questions 704-582-3234, or visit his website at http://www.ExploreCharlotteHomes.com
Home buyers in Mecklenburg County need to make sure that all work done on prospective homes has received a Certificate of Compliance from the County. This includes all electrical, mechanical (heating, ventilation and air conditioning), plumbing and insulation. All work needs to be permitted, inspected, and approved by the Mecklenburg County Building Department. Some homeowners have done extensive work without permits to avoid taxes and other fees. All work has to be done by a licensed professional. Home buyer might be taking on a costly and extensive process to get approvals after they purchase the home, especially when they want to sell. Building codes are continually be changes and upgraded, and all work has to meet all local and national building codes. Check http://www.meckpermit.com/ to find out more.
Sherwood Forest is a hidden treasure of a neighborhood in Charlotte. It was established in the 1950's and it is filled with predominantly brick ranch homes on sizeable parcels of land. It stretches from Sharon Amity Road toward Sardis Road. Unlike some other Charlotte areas, Sherwood Forest is not quite as pretentious. What makes it well-liked is its proximity to Uptown Charlotte (less than 20 minutes by car), great shopping, restaurants and entertainment nearby, and the best public and private schools.
The mature trees and landscape offer homeowners a sense of neighborhood in a casual lifestyle with a strong relationship with the outdoor spaces for living and entertaining.
It is a neighborhood which has begun to see a transition to a renewed and higher style. Some of the older homes are being renovated with new kitchens which feature granite countertops, new cabinets, lighting and flooring. Older 1950's bathrooms are expanding to meet living expectations of the 21st Century homeowner. Family rooms are being added to sustain a generous and inviting lifestyle.
Two completely renovated homes in Sherwood Forest can be seen by visiting www.4729AddisonDrive.com and www.901Nottingham.com. Visit www.ExploreCharlotteHomes.com to find all Sherwood Forest listings.
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