Charlotte|Gastonia NC area|Homes For Sale

McAdenville Christmas Town USA Christmas Lights

Ginger Moore (Wilkinson & Associates Realty) — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 20:50:13 -0600

Just a reminder to all citizens within a fifty mile radius of McAdenville NC, known as "Christmas Town USA" by some. Every year the city is lit with beautiful Christmas lights. It will start on Tuesday, Dec 1 and end on Saturday, Dec 26 this year. You just drive through the city. You may get out and walk, as some do, depending on the weather.

Here is their schedule for the lights this year:

Monday - Friday 5:30 - 9:30 pm

Saturday & Sunday 5:30 - 11 pm

This is their 54th consecutive year of running these gorgeous Christmas lights. You do not want to miss these memorable lights.

It will really get you into the "Christmas Spirit". I hope you enjoy it, as much as my family and I do.

Happy Holidays to you and your family!

$8000 Home Buyers Tax Credit Extended by Congress

Ginger Moore (Wilkinson & Associates Realty) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:09:46 -0600

Good News:

$8,000 Home Buyers Tax Credit Approved & Extended by Congress

This is a fabulous and savvy move by our congress. This home buyers tax extention will help consumers, realtors and help to stimulate our economy.

Congress has approved the $8,000 home buyers tax credit extension.This bill was unanimously passed by both houses.

This bill was set to expire at the end of this month. The Home Buyers extension date is now April 30, 2010. You must be entered into a contract by this time. Homes must be closed by June 30, 2010.

There is another new $6,500 Home Buyers tax credit incentive for existing property owners that want to sell their home and possibly buy another during the same period of time. You must have owned your current residence for 5 consecutive years to be eligible for this.

Here are a couple of the qualifying limits listed below:

Qualifying Income limits:
raised from $75,000 to $125,000 for single tax payers
raised from $150,000 to $225,000 for joint tax payers

The maximum allowable home purchase price is $800,000 to qualify for this home buyers credit.

Here is a link where you may find out more information on the Home Buyers Tax Credit: http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=204671,00.html

It is a great time to buy a home. Interest rates are low. There are many homes to choose from, on the market. If you are interested in purchasing a new home, or selling an existing home, just give me a call. It would be "my pleasure" to help you!

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810 Evening Shade Ln. Gastonia NC 28052 - Reduced to $45000.

Ginger Moore (Wilkinson & Associates Realty) — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 17:52:43 -0500

Just Reduced to $45000.

Must see! Great First Time Home! Newly remodeled 2 bedroom 1 bath home in older established Gastonia neighborhood.

Has new central air conditioning, new gas pack, 2 car concrete driveway, fenced front yard, screened in front porch, 8x12 out building, New carpet, new linoleum,Ceiling fans.

Give me a call today to see this newly remodeled home!

Partial tax credit possible for first time homebuyers.

Ginger Moore

704 865 4290

Cell: 704 689 1502

Do Some Granite Counter Tops Emit Radon Gas?

Ginger Moore (Wilkinson & Associates Realty) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 07:56:07 -0500

Do Some Granite Counter Emit Radon Gas?

Yes they do. Not all granite counter tops emit this radon gas, but if you have them in your kitchen, you should check and see if they are emitting radon gas. It is very simple to find out if they are doing this. Just go down to your local Home Depot, Lowes or any hardware store, and get a radon gas kit tester. It can tell you immediately if these coutertops are indeed emitting radon gas. These kits usually sell for around $20 to $30. This is a small price to pay, for peace of mind. It is very important to test for this radiation, because radon gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer. Children and a developing fetus are extremely susceptible to this radiation. You may also find granite used in building fireplaces. Please test any area that granite is used in your home. Since we know it can cause lung cancer, and harm developing children, please use caution if you are pregnant and have granite coutertops.

Gastonia NC

Ginger Moore (Wilkinson & Associates Realty) — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 08:11:50 -0500

Gastonia NC is a sleepy small suburban town, right outside of Charlotte. Many workers from Charlotte live and commute from the Gastonia area, and call it home. Taxes, and home prices are lower, here, as you might expect, than our neighboring Charlotte. Affordable homes are plentiful. You can get more square footage, and a more luxurious home, for your money, here in our city. It is a most wonderful southern town, where you will be greeted with southern hospitality and warm broad smiles. It is an excellent place to live, raise your children, and call home. We are perfectly situated between the beautiful, majestic mountains of NC, and the tranquil, sandy Carolina beaches. You can get to both places within a few hours. I am a native Charlottean, but have lived in Gastonia, and called it "home" for the past 23 years. We have some superb academic schools for our children, fabulous restaurants, aromatic coffee bars, and an awesome, fully stocked shopping mall where you may want to walk and shop inside. Gourmet Restaurants are plentiful, full of every type of quisine. Our weather is fabulous! We have mostly sunny days, and only have a few cold months during the entire year. Snow is rarely seen around here. I seldom have to wear a coat in the winter time. We also have walking/biking trails that run by the scenic green wooded park and the crystal clear creek. Come to our beautiful city and see for yourself. Get a sample of the gorgeous Carolina Blue Skies, and you may never want to leave. It would be my sincere pleasure to help you with buying, selling or relocating to this grand, warm and friendly, southern historic city!

We'll leave the lights on for ya! :)

Ginger Moore 704 865 4290

Mortgage Calculator

Ginger Moore (Wilkinson & Associates Realty) — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 10:53:58 -0500

Do you need to find out what you monthly mortgage would be when you buy your home? If so, this mortgage calculator is just what you need. Just enter your loan amount, and click on whether you prefer a 30 year, 15 year, or an 5/1 ARM mortgage. It has the current interest rate. You then just click "Calculate". The widget does the rest. It gives you an estimate of the amount of your monthly mortgage payment. If I can assist you in this process, or if you should need further help, do not hesitate to contact me:

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Current Mortgage Rates

Ginger Moore (Wilkinson & Associates Realty) — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 20:33:28 -0500

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Arsenic in Wooden Decks?

Ginger Moore (Wilkinson & Associates Realty) — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 15:57:00 -0500

Consumer Education

I do not wish to alarm anyone but would like your undivided attention for just a few minutes. I have recently learned that some of the wood we use, is treated with arsenic as a preservative. I do realize this must be essential, and necessary in maintaing wood integrity and longivity, but could be a detriment and harmful to us human beings. As a result of this wood treatment, the wooden deck that you may be using so frequently for your outdoor activities and cookouts, may pose a dangerous or even deadly health risk if you should lay your food down on it, unprotected for any length of time. I am writing this post to inform everyone that uses a wooden deck for their picnics, so they will know and can benefit from this knowledge. If you should have a wooden deck, there is a strong possibility that the wood could have been treated with arsenic. As we all know, arsenic is a deadly poison, but is apparently a required additive to our wood preservation. We all know we love decks to eat on in the summertime, and I am sure that some people use them year round for this explicit purpose. My warnings to you: please do not lay your food down on the wood of the deck, unprotected without a plate, or without some protection underneath it. This is especially significant if you should have children of any age utilizing the deck. I have seen this in the past, before I was aware of this information, where children would lay their hot dogs, cheesburgers, chips on the wood of the deck, only to come back later, pick the food up, and eat it.. Apparently some of this arsenic may seep into the food laid on the deck. We now know that this is a dreadful thing to do, and could quite possibly become deadly. Please dispose of any food laid on your deck, so that you may not encounter this problem. Therefore, as you are enjoying your dog days of summer on the wonderful, secluded wooden deck, please pay close attention to your children, and where they are laying their food. Please, no Unprotected Hot Dogs, or any unprotected food on the wood of the deck:)

My intentions are not to frighten or discourage you from using your deck. I just want us all to be well informed, educated consumers. Use your deck appropriately and safely. Protect your food, and enjoy the marvelous outdoors. Have a Great summer!

Ginger Moore

704 865 4290

www.charlottelakewyliehomes.com

http://gmoore.wilkinsonandassociates.com/

Michael Jackson

Ginger Moore (Wilkinson & Associates Realty) — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 12:49:20 -0500

It has only been mabe 24 hours since hearing of the death of Michael Jackson, and it is still lingering on my mind. I, like many of you, grew up with his fabulous music and videos. He was definately the "King of Pop" and a legend in his own time. His music influenced so very many generations and walks of life: other rock-pop professionals, down to the average people, like myself. I can remember when "Billie Jean" first came out, (which has always been one of my favorite songs by Michael) we would gather, sit and talk, and play this tune over and over. We would spend our week end nights dancing and listening to his unique music. My family of friends and I (that I was fortunate enough to be blessed with) from that era, would also frequent the Charlotte clubs that played Michael's timeless music. There were only 8 track tapes, 45's and albums back then, but it sounded magnificent. It was like no other sound at the time. He will be deeply missed by all parts of the world! I am happy that he made it so very big in the entertainment business. He was an extremely talented singer and dancer. Let us not forget that Michael was quite an accomplished song writer also. It is just an enormous tragedy beyond belief that such a talented and gifted young man could leave this world so soon! He had light years ahead of him, only to be taken down prematurely, by massive amounts of prescription drugs?? Well, he may be gone, physically, but not forgotten. It will most certainly be a long time before another entertainer can achieve the unparallelled success that Michael Jackson accomplished in his short memorable lifetime. Michael's music has undeniably withstood the test of time. He was a musical genius! May he rest eternally in the arms of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Warm wishes and God's bountiful blessings to his bereaved family, dedicated friends, and life time folllowers

Ginger Moore 704 865 4290

www.charlottelakewyliehomes.com

Michael Jackson's other songs I adored: I'll Be There, Man in the Mirror, We are the World. What are your favorite songs from Michael? How do you feel about his untimely and unfortunate death? What are your thoughts on this subject?

Mystery of the Missing Real Estate Signs

Ginger Moore (Wilkinson & Associates Realty) — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 09:07:49 -0500

I have been encountering a problem over the last year on several of my listings, in different areas. It is the Mystery of the Missing Real Estate Signs. I will put up a brand new for sale sign, and directionals, only to come back a few days later to find they are missing. Why would someone want to take a real estate for sale sign with my riders on it? I guess it is just mischevious teenagers with nothing else to do, that possibly take our signs and trash them somewhere. I do not know how to alleviate this problem. I cannot camp out at the home, or the land...grin; so what does one do? I suppose I will just have to keep replacing these signs, periodically. They are not free at my firm. We must pay for each individual sign. Anyone out there, with similar problems or answers to the mysterious disappearance of their real estate signs? and how do you address this situation, other than just buying new signs frequently? I would like to solve this mystery...:) Any clues?

thanking you in advance,

Ginger 704 865 4290

www.charlottelakewyliehomes.com

Sell Your Home Fast|Price it Right

Ginger Moore (Wilkinson & Associates Realty) — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 19:07:46 -0500

Just a note to sellers out there who want to sell their home fast. Yes, this can be done but the home must be priced right. I have seen some selllers that seem to think their home is worth double what the neighbor's comparable home is worth, in the same neighborhood, and similar sqare footage. We have to do a comparative market analysis on your home, which is free, and price it within the range of similar homes that are around you. When your home is overpriced, it just tends to sit on the market for quite a while, until the market catches up with your pricing. That could be years. Yes, I have seen homes sit on the MLS for years, when the price is too high. So, to keep it short and sweet, please price your home appropriately, and relative to the surrounding homes in the market. Proper, suitable pricing will help to ensure that your home sells faster. Correct pricing is mandatory for a fast sale, in this highly competitive market. This is a win win situation for all who are involved.

Ginger Moore 704 865 4290

Charlotte Home for Sale|Bring All Offers 10227 Seedling Ln Charlotte 28214

Ginger Moore (Wilkinson & Associates Realty) — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 13:14:15 -0500

10227 Seedling Lane, Charlotte NC 28214 For Sale $120,000. Bring All Offers!

Call 704 865 4290 Ginger Moore | www.charlottelakewyliehomes.com |e-mail: realtorginger@yahoo.com

Reduced! Seller ready to negotiate. Must Sell! 3 bedroom, 2 baths. Must See. Catawba River Plantation. Superb Curb Appeal! Beautiful 1st time home. Priced below tax value! Very nice 2 story home in nice neighborhood. Partially brick (instant added value). Spacious separate shower and garden tub in master bath.Upstairs has vaulted ceilings,recessed lighting.Beautiful quiet wooded view from concrete patio. Nice garage. new paint in some rooms. Move in Condition.Gourmet Kitchen.

Ready to Buy or Sell?

Ginger Moore (Wilkinson & Associates Realty) — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 19:57:16 -0500

Are you ready to buy or sell, or relocate to the Great South? I would be happy to help you with this endeavor. Start your home search at my website: www.charlottelakewyliehomes.com. There are lots of homes there at great affordable prices. You may also want to check out my other website: http://gmoore.wilkinsonandassociates.com where you may view thousands of homes in the NC|SC area Carolina MLS. Both sites are full of information on buying and selling, and relocation. It is a great time to buy or sell your home. Rates are very low. If you wish to sell your home, now is the right time to get it on the market. Call or e-mail me for a free get my home value market analysis. Servicing the Mecklenburg, Gaston, Cleveland, and York County areas.

I look forward to hearing from you! It would definately be "my pleasure".

Ginger Moore 704 865 4290

e-mail: realtorginger@yahoo.com

Get My Home Value Free

Ginger Moore (Wilkinson & Associates Realty) — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 18:43:41 -0500

If you're thinking of selling your home within the next year, my FREE service will help you find your home's current market value and a suggested listing price. "Get My Home Value" comparative market analysis is absolutely free to any interested home owners in and around Charlotte|Gastonia area. This includes Belmont, Mt Holly, Cramerton, Stanley, Ranlo, McAdenville, Clover, Lake Wylie, and Lake Norman, ect. Your home may be more valuable than you think. Call or e-mail me with the address, and I would be happy to discuss this with you.

thanking you in advance,

Ginger Moore 704 865 4290

e-mail: realtorginger@yahoo.com

Foreclosures Charlotte|Gastonia area

Ginger Moore (Wilkinson & Associates Realty) — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 16:19:27 -0500

Interested in buying|purchasing a forclosure property? Whether you are an investor or a private citizen just looking for a great deal, I would be happy to help you in this endeavor. I am licensed in NC, and SC for better serving you. I can pull some properties that you could consider in the Charlotte|Gastonia area. I serve all the surrounding cities as well, such as Mt Holly, Belmont, McAdenville, Cramerton,Ranlo, Stanley, Dallas, Lake Wylie, and Lake Norman, ect. Foreclosures are extremely prevelant right now. Interest rates are low and it is a superb time to buy a foreclosure!

Call or e-mail me so we can get started.

704 865 4290 email: realtorginger@yahoo.com

use my site and view listings with no further obligation: www.charlottelakewyliehomes.com

Serving the following counties: Mecklenburg, Iredell, York, Gaston, Lincoln, Cleveland

1st time Home Buyers|$8000 tax credit

Ginger Moore (Wilkinson & Associates Realty) — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 16:02:05 -0500

Part of my succes as an agent is helping first time home buyers in the area, or sometimes new buyers who are relocating to the area of Charlotte|Gastonia NC. Don't forget that right now you may get to take advantage of an $8000 tax credit if you are a first time buyer. I service Gaston, Mecklenburg, and some of York SC(Lake Wylie, Tega Cay,Fort Mill, Clover) area.

There are some limitations on this First Time Home buyer tax credit:

First-time homebuyer tax credit included in the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 was expanded in 2009. This credit is for homes purchased in 2009. The amount of the credit is $8000. Buyers do not have to repay the credit, unless the home ceases to be their principal residence within the 36-month period beginning on purchase date.

The full credit of $8,000 is available for married couples filing jointly or single taxpayers. If you are married filing separate, you would only be eligible for half the credit ($4000). The full tax credit is available on homes costing $75,000 or more.

There are income limitations for this tax credit: For married couples filing jointly, maximum income you can make is $150,000 annually. For all other taxpayers, the maximum income is $75,000 annually.

For More Info on First-time Homebuyer Credit visit: http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=206291,00.html

want to visit my website? http://www.charlottelakewyliehomes.com

give me a call or e-mail today! This is a wonderful area to live in. We have beautiful Carolina Blue skies most of the time, and 4 very different seasons of the year. We do not get much snow.

704 865 4290

e-mail: realtorginger@yahoo.com

Charlotte|Gastonia NC area

Ginger Moore (Wilkinson & Associates Realty) — Sun, 31 May 2009 10:16:53 -0500

Need to make a move to the great Southeast? I hope you will consider relocating in the Charlotte|Gastonia NC area. We have beautiful Carolina blue skies almost every day. Yes we get some rain, and brief periodic cycles of bad weather; but for the most part you are greeted on a daily basis with our gorgeous blue Carolina skies. Charlotte is the sprawling metropolitan major city of the southeast. It is a breath taking city with enormous downtown skyscrapers, and the massive 485 loop that now extends all the way around the city. It is easy to get most any place in town with this marvelous highway. You may find affordable homes here all the way up to the multi million dollar mansions. We have two picturesque lakes: Lake Norman, and Lake Wylie, SC, if you are a passionate boater, swimmer or an avid water person. Also we are centrally located between the majestic moutains of North Carolina, and the tranquil North and South Carolina beaches. You may drive to either place in a matter of a few hours. We have the Lowes Motor Speedway race track in Charlotte. People travel from all over the U.S. to view these magnificent races. This is truly a Carolina sport. It was originally founded in the great South. We also have an outstanding football team called the Carolina Panthers. You don't want to miss these games, in their spectacular gigantic stadium, just off the 485 loop. Charlotte is also the location of the Univeristy of NC at Charlotte. This is a fabulous academic college, if you are planning to further your education. This tremendous university is capable of competing with the best colleges in the nation!

Gastonia, Belmont, Mount Holly area: We reside in the suburbs of the extremely large Charlotte area. Since you may not like the big city life in Charlotte, you may well want to relocate in one of our smaller, surrounding peaceful suburbs, and commute to Charlotte, sporadically, if necessary. Relaxing suburban areas are quite plentiful. I will be honored to help you buy, sell, or relocate in any of these quiet, suburban areas, in Gaston, Mecklenburg, or York County.

We have excellent school systems, great roads, beautiful parks, gourmet restaurants, aromatic coffee houses and lots of sizable, well stocked shopping malls. We are blessed with all kinds of sports, and churches in the area, if that is what you are looking for. There is something to do for everyone. Give us a try! Our weather is exceptionally nice. It is in the 60-70 degree mark in spring and fall, generally. The summers are in the 80-90 degree range. Winters are mild; in the 40-50's usually; although we do get some 20-30 degree temperatures occasionally. Our climate is so mild that I seldom have to even wear a coat in winter. We do not get a lot of snow.

Our citizens are typically congenial, and pleasant. Most have that great Southern hospitality, and polite attitude. You will almost always get a warm, friendly answer to your question, with a big, kind, southern smile.

I hope you will find this information helpful, useful, and informative in your search for a phenomenal place to live. We do have it all! Come on down and join us! Contact me if you should have questions. It would most certainly be my pleasure to help you!

Ginger Moore 704 865 4290 cell 704 689 1502

Need a Mortgage, Refinance? Rates are low

Ginger Moore (Wilkinson & Associates Realty) — Fri, 08 May 2009 08:34:59 -0500

Hi,

Need a mortgage or refinance an existing mortgage? Contact me. Rates are very low. I am a licensed loan officer in North Carolina also, but not active in that field right now. I can find you just the right mortgage professional to work with you. Its a great time to refinance, or get a new mortgage on new home, existing home, condo, ect. Mortgages have not been so low in many years!

www.charlottelakewyliehomes.com

Ginger Moore 704 865 4290

Current Mortgage| Refinance Rates, Rate Quote

Ginger Moore (Wilkinson & Associates Realty) — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 00:12:00 -0600

Click on link to get up to date current mortgage rates: www.amerisave.com/partner/vmoore

Let me help you with your mortgage or refinace. Just give me a call or e-mail.

Ginger Moore|Realtor/Broker/Loan Officer 704 865 4290 | e-mail: realtorginger@yahoo.com

website: http://www.charlottelakewyliehomes.com I can help you also, whether you are buying or selling in the Charlotte|Lake Wylie |Lake Norman | Gastonia, ect areas. Serving you in Mecklenburg, Gaston, and some areas of York SC