charlotte nc: 7103 McEwen Place Mint Hill NC 28227 - 07/17/08 06:11 AM
I must admit, I'm remiss. I listed this fabulous home for sale in Ellington Farm in Mint Hill a week ago today...and the lucky buyers cropped up on Saturday so we're officially under contract.
Yes, you heard me correctly-this home for sale in Mint Hill NC (that's just barely east of … (1 comments)
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charlotte nc: Where are all the buyers? - 07/12/08 04:08 PM
You would think after being in the real estate industry for more than 20 years you would have the cycle down.
Showing homes today, I asked my buyers why they felt it was a good time to move. I loved their answer. Because they read articles about Charlotte … (2 comments)
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charlotte nc: Moving to Charlotte? - 07/07/08 09:15 PM
I am asked all the time what makes Charlotte special, and I have thought about this a lot.
As a realtor, I like to tell people about the demographics: "median household income of $55,439," "median home price of $169,483". Some people want to know about the 3000+ restaurants within 15 miles from … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Charlotte / Luxury Custom Homes / The Gardens on Providence / Waxhaw, NC - 07/06/08 08:52 PM
The Gardens on Providence is a Luxury Home Community located in Waxhaw, NC. This private community offer spectacular custom homes on 1/2 acre lots, a community pond, tennis courts and beautiful gardens throughout. New homes are available for purchase. For further information about The Gardens on Providence contact Charlotte's Luxury Home … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: The U.S. National Whitewater Center ~ Charlotte, NC - 07/02/08 11:23 PM
Charlotte can add another diamond to the city's crown! How cool is it to have a U.S. National Whitewater Center in your own backyard? Well Charlotte has it and has had it since August 2006. Today my family and I took the time to enjoy it. A day … (1 comments)
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charlotte nc: For all you chart/number people - 06/23/08 08:49 PM
For everyone that likes to look at charts and such then this page http://www.queencityarea.com/blogs/lee_hannibal/archive/2008/06/23/may-2008-charlotte-real-estate-numbers.aspx will allow you to see what is happening in Mecklenburg county,
Any questions remember to shoot an email or call.
Also if your relocating to Charlotte you can always chat with the locals at http://www.queencityarea.net
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charlotte nc: Charlotte North Carolina-Whiskey River - 06/19/08 06:00 PM
Charlotte North Carolina-Whiskey River
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 … (10 comments)
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charlotte nc: GB Homes, Ramsgate Subdivision, Concord NC - 06/16/08 12:12 PM
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charlotte nc: Investment Property in Charlotte, NC - 06/13/08 01:31 PM
With Charlotte still doing well in the RE indusry this makes it one of the most desirable area to out of state investors. Thsi is one property I have for sale with access to many others. If you maybe interested please call or send an email.
Thanks,
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charlotte nc: SERENITY AWAITS!! - 06/13/08 10:58 AM
GORGEOUS CUSTOM BUILT HOME IN PRIVATE COMMUNITY ON ONE ACRE.
OWNERS ARE RELOCATING AND MUST MAKE SACRIFICE ON THEIR INVESTMENT AND SELL UNDER TAX VALUE!
PRICED AT $555,000, THIS 5 BEDROOM, 4 1/2 BATH WATERFRONT HOME HAS IT ALL!! YOUR BUYERS WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED! AND WITH A TAX VALUE OF … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Charlotte, NC Area Golf Course Communities / Luxury Custom Homes - 06/12/08 07:26 PM
The Charlotte North Carolina Area is well known for its beautiful Golf Course's and the Communities that surround their finely manicured fairways and greens. Below you will find a list of the Charlotte areas leading Golf Course Communities and the available listings at each one of them.
If … (1 comments)
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charlotte nc: Zero Down Deal in Concord, NC-Help me Find a Buyer-Beautiful 3Br 2.5B Home with Pool, Deck, and Fenced Yard - 06/10/08 01:05 PM
I am a local mortgage lender who is selling my personal home here in Concord. We have taken excellent care of the home, but we are planning to move overseas. I can gift the required 3% down payment for my potential buyer on an FHA deal. My company can also handle all of … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Charlotte NC: Thirty Terrific Things To Do! - 05/31/08 05:37 PM
Charlotte NC: Thirty Terrific Things To Do!
1. Experience the world's most unique outdoor recreation and environmental learning experience at the U.S. National Whitewater Center. Share over 300 acres of woodlands along the Catawba River with Olympic-caliber athletes, weekend warriors and those looking for high adventure. www.usnwc.org
2. Experience the best … (9 comments)
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charlotte nc: Master Bedroom down, Open Floor plan..... - 05/20/08 01:11 PM
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charlotte nc: Charlotte NC voted #1 in the Nation- article by Amy Hoak, Marketwatch - 05/16/08 06:57 PM
Charlotte named best place to liveRelocate-America.com ranks top 100 cities in its annual listBy Amy Hoak, MarketWatchCHICAGO (MarketWatch) -- Apparently, there's just something about North Carolina. For the second year in a row, America's best city in which to live lies within its borders, according to Relocate-America.com's annual list.This year, Charlotte, … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Don't believe the hype...the Charlotte NC market is doing just fine... - 05/15/08 03:43 PM
While waiting in line to take my mom to lunch on Mother's Day, I had a brief conversation with a lady who, upon hearing that I'm in real estate, immediately said "Wow, it must be hard for you right now." She honestly perplexed me so I asked her what she meant. … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Let's go further than required to help build trust back into the minds of the consumer - 05/15/08 03:08 PM
In today's newspaper the Charlotte Observer, an article caught my eye concerning agents taking bonuses without disclosing that fact to the clients involved. While there is only a verbal requirement to disclose agent bonuses, we as agents DO have a form called the "Confirmation of Agency" which gives us two lines to … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: 204 Vintage Hill Huntersville NC 28078 - 05/14/08 02:10 PM
You're just not quite ready to get rid of all that extra 'stuff', are you? Or your kids need a place to crash out with their friends and you don't necessarily want them underfoot? You need this basement home, located in Skybrook in desirable Huntersville NC. This Huntersville NC home for sale … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: 8313 Middleton Circle Harrisburg NC 28075 - 05/14/08 12:39 PM
Full brick home on almost a half acre, backing to beautiful wooded privacy (fully fenced as well), in the cutest pocket market of Charlotte NC, Harrisburg NC...AND under $300,000?
Yep, this is it!
This great home is located at 8313 Middleton Circle in Harrisburg NC. Harrisburg is a popular destination for … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Lake Norman / Charlotte Area Luxury Homes / Lakewood / Denver, NC - 05/05/08 09:40 PM
Denver is considered the newest development around Lake Norman and Lakewood is one of the communities that makes it stand out. Lakewood offers large wooded home sites with some waterfront lots. Home styles vary from Transitional to Old World to French Provincial and range from 3400 square feet to upwards of … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Its Time Again For the NASCAR All-Star Week Here in Charlotte - 04/30/08 10:53 AM
New Orleans has Marti Gras, New York has New Years, and Charlotte has the NASCAR All-Star week. While Charlotte plays host to many other events, nothing draws quite like the All-Star week for Charlotte. If you've never been to a NASCAR race, the All-Star race at Lowes Motor Speedway on May … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: S L O O O O W W W FHA? - 04/29/08 03:10 PM
One of the biggest complaints from Realtors today is that it seems to be taking forever to close a loan, especially the FHA mortgage loans. The average turn time to get a loan submission through underwriting is roughly 21 business days... only counting business days means that's a month!
One of the … (3 comments)
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charlotte nc: Queens Cup Steeple Chase - 04/24/08 01:31 PM
Looking for something fun to do this weekend? You should check out the Queens Cup Steeplechase! Held In Mineral Springs, NC just outside of Charlotte, it is a day to remember. Held this Saturday April 26th, for info and directions you can check out their website at http://www.queenscup.org/ .
Tons of people … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: LIKE NEW TOWNHOME IN PROSPERITY VILLAGE-$$$$2000 IN CLOSING COSTS, WASHER/DRYER & FRIDGE - 04/09/08 11:09 PM
***$2000 FOR CLOSING COSTS, 1 YEAR OLD WASHER/DRYER & SIDE BY SIDE REFRIGERATOR INCLUDED WITH ACCEPTABLE OFFER**********
Come see this immaculate, move in ready townhome in the Prosperity Village community in NE Charlotte. You will feel like you are in a model home with the beautiful neutral decor. Enjoy the outdoor mmaintenance free living of … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Is Baseball Ever Coming to Charlotte? - 04/08/08 12:36 AM
There may be no more divisive topic here in Charlotte than baseball in the center city. At issue is a complex land swap between the board of education and the Charlotte Knights to build a stadium in second ward. The Charlotte Knights, a Triple-A affiliate of the Chicago White Sox, … (1 comments)
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charlotte nc: Comparing Charlotte's Cost of Living... - 04/05/08 07:37 PM
The Cost of Living in Charlotte- "Objectively Affordable" Why have so many people been moving from the north-east down to Charlotte, NC? Is it because they get tired of the long winters? Well that’s part of it but another major reason for moving to Charlotte is the low cost of living … (1 comments)
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charlotte nc: Watering Permitted Once A Week in Charlotte NC - 04/02/08 11:16 AM
Starting this weekend, April 5, 2008, Charlotte residents will be able to water their lawns once per week for the first time since last year.
Charlotte Mecklenburg Utilities just announced that the water restrictions are being loosened slightly to allow the once a week lawn watering. Other mandatory restrictions will remain in effect … (2 comments)
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charlotte nc: FHA gets Relaxed - 03/31/08 04:37 PM
FHA Underwriting Relaxes a bit....
To help ensure that only the best credit risks were able to buy these homes in declining markets using DPA's, many FHA mortgage lenders have imposed high credit score requirements. One major lender placed a credit score requirement of 680 for this type of FHA mortgage loan using down … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Poor Man's Loan? I don't think so! - 03/24/08 11:53 AM
I don't know about everywhere else in the country, but in my area it seems that the FHA mortgage is seen as a "poor man's loan." However, this is not the case.
FHA mortgage loans in Charlotte North Carolina now have limits up to $303,750. That is pretty substancial. But to think … (2 comments)
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charlotte nc: Charlotte NC - The Shops at Piper Glen - 03/21/08 01:59 PM
Located in the heart of South Charlotte along Rea Rd, The Shops at Piper Glen is home to Charlotte's first Trader Joe's store, as well as Firenze Restaurant, Senor Tequila's, a new Starbucks, and much more! It's one of those shopping centers that you can pass by if you don't know it's … (1 comments)
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charlotte nc: What's taking so long??? - 03/21/08 09:22 AM
FHA Underwriting Taking Longer
Traditionally, you could put 30 days on a sales contract and have plenty of time. But be aware of a growing trend... extended underwriting turn times.
On average, most lenders are experiencing 7-10 business day turn times on FHA mortgage submissions. This means that it can take up to … (9 comments)
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charlotte nc: About Charlotte NC - 03/16/08 10:05 PM
Charlotte Native- Yes that me! I was born in Charlotte NC. This is a fantastic city! It has so much to offer.. Great shopping, Southpark Mall, Northlake Mall, Carolina Place. Excellent dining from small mom & pop restaurants to fine dining. There is something here for everyone, football, basketball, nascar, baseball, … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Water Restrictions Are Still In Effect for Charlotte NC - 03/14/08 03:25 PM
Yes, it's rained recently but mandatory water restrictions in Charlotte and Mecklenburg County NC remain unchanged. As of March 11th, the US Drought Monitor of NC lists Mecklenburg County as experiencing "Extreme Drought" conditions. While this is one level below the "Exceptional" classification we had as of February 2008, it's still a serious … (4 comments)
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charlotte nc: Charlotte Resources and Utilities - 03/14/08 09:42 AM
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charlotte nc: Termite Damage to the Front Band Sill - 03/12/08 04:33 AM
Do you know where the No # 1 spot for termites is in your house? Over eighty percent of the time we find termite damage it is in the band sill or the outermost joist adjacent to the front stoop or porch. Why is this? Its because these stoops are “dirt … (3 comments)
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charlotte nc: Four Ways to Find a Contractor You Can Love - 03/10/08 03:11 PM
When it comes to sheer potential for relationship disaster, the worst in-laws in the world can't compare to a shady contractor. Hire a questionable contractor and you could be setting yourself up for serious heartache. Find a contractor you can love and you'll be building the foundation of a lasting, happy … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: In a Down Market, Just Add Color - 03/10/08 02:19 PM
When it comes to your home's exterior, color is currency. With millions of homes across the country currently on the market, smart homeowners are differentiating their houses and wowing potential buyers with color - from the roof all the way down to the landscaping. "Fortunately, you don't have to resort to … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: FHA Loan Limits Increase for Charlotte! - 03/06/08 01:05 PM
Finally, weeks after the Economic Stimulus package is signed, HUD has finally posted the FHA loan limits.
The new FHA Mortgage Loan Limit in Charlotte is $303,750!
This is great news for Charlotte home buyers!
... more information on the Charlotte FHA mortgage limit increase
... more information on lender limitations with new Charlotte FHA limits
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This … (3 comments)
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charlotte nc: WATERFRONT FULL BRICK CUSTOM HOME HAS IT ALL! - 03/05/08 11:52 AM
Breathtaking views. This majestic 5 Bedroom, 4 1/2 Bath Full Brick home boasts a dream-inspired Master Bedroom that opens to HUGE deck. Custom cherry 46' cabinets thru out. Entertain friends ... Formals, 2 fireplaces. 2nd bedrm has priv. bath, add'nl beds have Jack-n-Jill priv sinks. Shows like a model... Storage galore thru-out! … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Charlotte NC Real Estate Market - 02/26/08 12:45 PM
How's Charlotte's real estate market? Everywhere you turn there's talk about "the market", how "the market" is doing, whether it's a "buyer's market" or "seller's market". All of this shares one common theme and that is market activity.
A market is never "good" or "bad". The market just is. It's the application and … (2 comments)
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charlotte nc: Charlotte, NC - Area Golf Courses List - 02/25/08 09:17 PM
Ballantyne Country Club 11120 Ballantyne Country Club Dr., Charlotte, NC 28277 (704)544-1404 privateBirkdale Golf Club 16500 Birkdale Commons Pkwy., Huntersville, NC 28078 (704)895-8038 publicCabarrus Country Club 3247 Weddington Rd., Concord, NC 28025 (704)786-8154 privateCarmel Country Club 4735 Carmel Rd., Charlotte, NC 28226 (704)542-2457 privateCarolina Golf & Country Club 2415 Old Steele … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: The "Other" Property Tax - 02/25/08 02:58 PM
Before living in Charlotte NC I had never encountered an annual personal property tax on my car. So the first year I got that bill in the mail, I really was confused. How could they be sending me a bill for tax when I'd already paid tax upon purchasing the car?!?! So, … (2 comments)
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charlotte nc: Charlotte Area, NC Investment Real Estate - 02/22/08 07:08 PM
So here we are talking about the Greater Charlotte area of North Carolina. Although there are many reasons to invest in real estate in the area, the most important to me is probably "Value Protection." Let's start by mentioning a couple of reasons why we are looking into the area.
Charlotte is … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: FHA Min Credit Scores!!!!! - 02/19/08 08:59 PM
FHA lenders are now implementing minimum credit scores for FHA mortgage loans. Although FHA does not require any minimum credit scores, most FHA mortgage lenders are beginning to require certain credit score levels before they will underwrite the loan.
Why?
Blame the subprime meltdown and the trend that many loan officers are following. … (6 comments)
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charlotte nc: Gorgeous Waterfront and Waterview Acreage for Sale in Concord NC! - 02/19/08 04:00 PM
And to tell the truth, this photo doesn't even begin to do justice to the beauty of the Coddle Creek Reservoir, situated on the west side of Concord and Kannapolis NC, in the Charlotte NC metro area.
If you are seeking a unique property on which to build your custom home, this … (6 comments)
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charlotte nc: Get Off the Fence! - 02/10/08 11:02 AM
I dont' write particularly long blogs because when I post a blog, I am usually asking a question that I want your opinions on - That being said, Here is the question for today. How do you get the clients that you know are serious about buying, are pre-approved, nothing holding … (9 comments)
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charlotte nc: The Drought in Charlotte NC Hasn't Gone Anywhere - 02/09/08 01:21 PM
Here in Charlotte and Mecklenburg County, we are still classified as under "Exceptional Drought" Conditions according to the latest update from the NC Drought Management Advisory Council's latest update on February 5, 2008. They have a statewide map of current drought conditions here. While we have seen some rain in Charlotte over … (5 comments)
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charlotte nc: Slowdown Or DownTurn? The Truth in Charlotte’s Housing Market - 02/08/08 01:51 AM
As Charlotte leads the nation in home price appreciation, our local paper attacks.
Reading Wednesday’s front page Charlotte Observer headline, I couldn’t help but think how wrong they got it. “Slump Catches Up to Charlotte” blares the headline, with a picture of the area counties and number like -20% … (1 comments)
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charlotte nc: Charlotte NC Real Estate - Olde Providence Closed Sales - 02/06/08 12:55 PM
Looking at the Chart above, the busiest months for closed sales in Olde Providence for the past year have been in the spring and summer months but activity has not been stagnant even in other seasons. The Average Sales Pricesince January 2007 in the Olde Providence neighborhood was $265,700 Average Days on Market … (2 comments)
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charlotte nc: Charlotte NC Homes - Olde Providence Market Report 2.6.08 - 02/06/08 12:21 PM
OLDE PROVIDENCE MARKET ACTIVITY AS OF 2.6.08
Olde Providence is located in the heart of South Charlotte, convenient to South Park, the Arboretum, and I-485. Tree-lined streets that wind gracefully through the neighborhood, mature landscaping and houses with generous property sizes make this neighborhood a hidden gem. The majority of … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: What is the White House thinking about? - 01/31/08 09:37 PM
Its an election year. The economy is struggling and the fear of a recession is lingering. Real estate values across the country are sliding backwards and home loan originations are off. So what is the White House thinking about?
Charlotte NC.
Yep, Dick Cheney visited Charlotte today and of all the things he … (7 comments)
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charlotte nc: Lake Norman / Charlotte, NC - Schools and Test Scores - 01/28/08 08:38 PM
When moving to a new area one of the most important things people ask about are the quality of the schools in the area. I have put together a web link for people interested in the schools in the Charlotte and Lake Norman areas. Below you will find each of the … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: South Charlotte, Union County Commuters - 01/28/08 05:05 PM
If you drive the southern leg of I-485, you may be interested in the upcoming meeting scheduled at the Ballantyne Breakfast Club. Hey, I drive that road too and I know what a massive headache it can be! The stretch from I-77 eastward toward Johnston/Rea is ill equipped to handle to volume … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Charlotte NC Home Searches - It's All About the Area - 01/28/08 03:27 PM
Charlotte NC covers a lot of ground - over 240 square miles. Mecklenburg County which includes Charlotte and the smaller towns of Huntersville, Cornelius, Davidson, Matthews, Mint Hill and Pineville covers over 550 square miles. So why is this important? Well, it's important when searching for homes to keep in mind the total … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Charlotte's Next Light Rail Line - 01/26/08 03:39 PM
The Charlotte City Council will vote next week on whether or not to move ahead with preliminary studies for a light rail line to the University area. One of the main issues that's up in the air is whether federal funding would be approved for any part of a light rail … (3 comments)
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charlotte nc: Are There ANY Charlotte Natives? - 01/25/08 04:55 PM
In a city that is home to so many "transplants" from all over the country, sometimes it seems like Charlotte natives are a rarity. Really, they're not and there are many people who live here and have for quite some time. I've talked to people who've lived here for their entire lives … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: What Is It About Trees? - 01/18/08 06:27 PM
Here in Charlotte we have a TON of trees. Really, we do, even with all the development there are still an amazing amount of trees throughout the city. When my husband and I first visited Charlotte, we drove down Queens Rd in Myers Park and it was so amazingly beautiful!!! The trees line … (10 comments)
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charlotte nc: Charlotte, NC is STILL a GREAT Market! - 01/18/08 10:20 AM
Friday, January 11, 2008
Charlotte IS STILL a Great Market! I was looking at a fancy new Whirlpool washer the other night, telling my husband about all the fabulous things it does, when a sales lady walked over and greeted us. She continued to explain the features and show me colors … (2 comments)
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charlotte nc: Welcome To My Newest Team Member, Melissa Randolph - 01/18/08 08:59 AM
Give a hearty welcome to my newest buyer specialist, Melissa Randolph. I'm absolutely delighted to have Melissa as a part of my team. She has been practicing residential real estate in the Charlotte NC market (particularly in Concord and Cabarrus County) for the past two years.
Melissa has made the choice to … (10 comments)
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charlotte nc: Charlotte Restaurant Inspections - 01/16/08 01:52 PM
Here in the Charlotte area, the county health inspectors score restaurants and issue a "sanitation grade". These are displayed in the restaurant - if you've never noticed them take a look the next time you're dining out. Most of the time they're posted near the entry. The closer to 100% the score is, … (4 comments)
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charlotte nc: Let's beat the horse some more! - 01/16/08 01:11 PM
So according to the majority of News Channels life is over as we know it! The economy is going south, inflation is at its worst in 17 years (http://biz.yahoo.com/ap/080116/economy.html?.v=8) and the Real Estate Bubble has finally started to deflate. The only people that should be buying houses right now need to … (4 comments)
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charlotte nc: Uptown Charlotte Baseball - 01/16/08 09:48 AM
Will the Charlotte Knights be moving to a brand new baseball stadium Uptown? The county voted yesterday to approve the lease of land in Uptown Charlotte for the team to build a stadium. The Charlotte Knights are the local minor league team that currently plays in Fort Mill SC (just over … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Lawn/Landscape Businesses want an Exception to Water Restrictions - 01/14/08 02:12 PM
For those of you outside the Charlotte/NC/Southeast area, for months now we've been in an "exceptional drought" with no end in sight. Water use restrictions started over the summer, and continued to get tighter leading to a ban on lawn watering/sprinkler use in September. Now some of the local landscape, irrigation and nursery … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: The "C" word in real estate - 01/12/08 01:25 PM
What's the word that no one these days wants to hear? Real estate has it's own "c" word and if you've dealt with any you know I'm talking about "contingencies". From builders to sellers, no one wants a buyer who has a contingency on selling their home....especially if that home is … (2 comments)
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charlotte nc: Would You Pay More for Less? - 01/10/08 04:39 PM
Of course not! That would be just plain stupid, right? Well if you are voluntarily choosing to not buy real estate in Charlotte right now, that's exactly what you're doing. You will pay more in the future and get less for the money than you could right now, today. Don't believe … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Below Market Interest Rates/NC First Time Home Buyers/Affordable Housing Loans - 01/09/08 09:47 PM
Many first time home buyers have never heard of one of the most affordable housing options available in North Carolina. The NC Bond loan is a low interest mortgage that is available to first time home buyers or individuals who have not owned a home in the last three years. My … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Just one of the reasons I love Charlotte! - 01/07/08 04:36 PM
Of course there's a lot that I've grown to love about Charlotte NC, having lived here for nearly 6 years I've gotten to know a great deal about this city and watched it change on a daily basis. But one of my favorite things about this area is the weather! Leaving … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Charlotte's Light Rail Line Ridership - 01/04/08 03:44 PM
Charlotte's first light rail line is exceeding ridership projections after just one month. The Lynx Blue Line along South Blvd opened in late November and as of late December is averaging 12,000 riders per day. The line is proving popular not only with commuters but also as a way to get to events … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: December 2007 Activity in Charlotte, Mecklenburg County NC - 01/03/08 03:08 PM
How did Charlotte (and all of Mecklenburg County) fare in December 2007? Not too badly. For single family, the average sales price was 96.47% of list price and average days on market countywide was 77 days. South Charlotte continues to sell more quickly (average 56 days on market) and Northwest Charlotte showed the … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Update - Cornelius, NC - Village at Lake Norman - 01/01/08 07:23 PM
The latest information to be released about the Village at Lake Norman project in Cornelius says that the Planning Board will be meeting again later this month to further discuss zoning and approvals needed on the local and state levels. The more than 100-acre project will require a number of road … (1 comments)
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charlotte nc: Finding a New Home Specialist..... New Construction: Charlotte / Lake Norman, NC - 12/30/07 09:04 PM
When moving to the Charlotte / Lake Norman, NC area you will have an endless number of choices when it comes to find a new home. As one of the areas leading Realtors I find that many of my buying clients that move here from out of state are quite shocked … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: SSID Ideas - 12/26/07 03:22 PM
Do you have a WIFI network at home? Maybe your own WIFI at work? Here's a quick tip...
When setting up your WIFI network, instead of the normal names like "Home Network", "Linksys", "Netgear" or the ever poetic "Belkin Router", make your SSID name an advertisment of your website! For example, if you come … (13 comments)
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charlotte nc: Charlotte NC Olympic News| Whitewater Trials, Road to Beijing, AT the National White Water Center in Charlotte, April 2008 - 12/17/07 09:40 PM
Charlotte News and Politics, Move To Charlotte, Things To Do Charlotte, charlotte lifestyles
Charlotte NC| The US National Whitewater Center will host the largest international sporting event in Charlotte’s history: Whitewater trials for kayak teams from more than 5 countries including the US and Canada... April 25-27, Why Charlotte? … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Charlotte NC|New Video Introduces Charlotte, and a Charlotte Realtor - 12/17/07 09:28 PM
Many considering a move to Charlotte, ask the questions... "What is Charlotte like?", "Will I like it?", "Will my family be happy there?" Others have images of the "old South" something between Tara and Andy of Mayberry... so, with the help of a professional, I put together this video, so people … (4 comments)
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charlotte nc: Truth in Advertising? - 12/14/07 06:23 AM
So don't get me wrong.. I am all for truth in advertising. I for one was beginning to wonder if it still exisited!
We have all heard the commercials for car dealers, mortgage companies, home builders, etc etc etc. For those of us in any sales related business, we know that most … (7 comments)
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charlotte nc: Charlotte NC|Charlotte Home Prices Still Up!|Real Estate Market Report, November, 2007 - 12/11/07 11:50 AM
Charlotte NC| November Home Prices are Up 1.75% over November 2006, based on Sold Cost Per Square Foot, in the 7 county area I call “Greater” Charlotte. Units sold dropped nearly 23%. Ouch! That is caused by a combination of factors, the fall off in folks moving here just because … (2 comments)
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charlotte nc: University City Neighbors - 12/09/07 01:04 PM
On Monday, December 10, the NC Dept. of Transportation's Rail Division will host a meeting at Back Creek Presbyterian Church from 5 to 7 pm. The meeting is for public input regarding the Back Creek Church Road widening project and the proposed changes to the rail newar the University City Boulevard … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Charlotte NC Ranks LOWEST in Cost of Living in Southern Cities - 12/07/07 09:54 PM
Families moving to Charlotte NC frequently ask, "How is the Cost Of Living In Charlotte?" Charlotte Has the Lowest Cost of Living of Cities over 400,000 in the South according to the US Census Bureau. Have a look:
Charlotte cost of living is 26% less than Portland
Charlotte cost of living … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Should you pay off your mortgage early? - 12/06/07 06:39 PM
If you’re nearing retirement, this is an option you may want to consider. But it’s not the right move for everyone.
By Kimberly Lankford, Kiplinger's.com Does it ever make sense for a homeowner to pay off a mortgage early?
The answer depends on the interest rate of the loan and the timing of … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: A Realtor's Jump Shot|How We Answer Client Questions Determines our Success - 12/03/07 06:38 AM
How we answer a client's question IS our jump shot.
It's basketball season and here in the heart of the ACC, it couldn't be a better time to talk 'hoops and real estate. Each fall I wait impatiently for the leaves to fall the and the basketball season to begin again, to … (2 comments)
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charlotte nc: Quit Whining, Concord, It's Going To Be Fine! - 11/29/07 02:38 PM
I know, from watching my Google alerts for Concord NC, that the story of Bruton Smith and Lowe's Motor Speedway and Concord and the battles therein has swept the nation. (Granted, you might have ignored it if you don't follow NASCAR.)
Bruton, he of the multi-bazillion dollars, finally announced that he'll leave … (7 comments)
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charlotte nc: THE VILLAGES AT SKYBROOK NORTH : CONCORD, NC - 11/29/07 11:48 AM
SKYBROOK INTRODUCES : VILLAGES at SKYBROOK NORTH – THE MEADOWS & THE GLEN.
GREAT CLOSING COST INCENTIVES AVAILABLE
The photos shown above are examples of the homes for sale in The Villages at Skybrook North
For The Villages at Skybrook North, select Area: 11 … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: VICTORIA BAY HOMES for SALE: CORNELIUS, NC - 11/28/07 04:45 PM
QUIET LAKEFRONT COMMUNITY WITH PEACE AND QUIET
The photos shown are examples of the homes for sale in Victoria Bay
Use the button above to search for all Charlotte area homes for sale
Victoria Bay Homes for sale is a charming and very quiet lakeside … (2 comments)
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charlotte nc: Rising Foreclosures, Mortgage News.. - 11/27/07 05:48 PM
If we could only control the new media!!! Every night is something about decline in home sales, rise in foreclosures, mortgage problems etc. etc. etc. STOP your killing us! I am so tired of everytime I run into someone who see's I am a Realtor the first thing they say is " … (3 comments)
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charlotte nc: Forbes Magazine Reports on "Moderate" Real Estate Markets? - 11/27/07 12:14 AM
Undervalued Markets?? Wow! Come to Myrtle Beach!Forbes magazine has identified five cities where the economy is roaring but home prices are still moderate. MODERATE? By whose standards, I wonder?
You can buy one of the finest 2-3 bedroom Myrtle Beach oceanfront condos around for under a half million...WELL under, in many cases. … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Charlotte City Council Proposes $1000 per sign fine for Street Spam - 11/16/07 10:16 AM
No doubt, you see them everywhere. Bandit signs, directionals, or as some call it Street Spam. Signs that are posted anywhere and everywhere there is traffic. With the high cost and limited locations of billboards, bandit signs are a great alternative.
Here in Charlotte, the developers send crews out on Friday … (1 comments)
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charlotte nc: Real Estate Agent to the Stars - 11/07/07 05:23 PM
Ok, my last post got me thinking. For all of you big time agents out there, how does a celebrity go about chosing a real estate agent? I've worked with one celebrity (a national tv personality) in my career and that was through a referral by another agent. The sad part is … (7 comments)
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charlotte nc: The NASCAR driver next door - 11/07/07 04:52 PM
Charlotte is the home of all things NASCAR. The majority of all the race teams are located within 20 miles from uptown, the teams employ thousands of engineers, mechanics, technicians and administrative people to run a successful team. If you're not familiar with NASCAR, it is a billion dollar racing industry and … (4 comments)
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charlotte nc: Have YOU Voted Today? - 11/06/07 12:58 PM
If you haven't been out to vote today, you have a few hours left to go make your voice heard. Just because this is an 'off-year' for elections and the big races aren't in question does NOT mean that it's an unimportant time to vote!
Many municipal races are being decided today … (6 comments)
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charlotte nc: Time's they are a changin - 11/02/07 01:57 PM
Well I remember the days that I use to hear about from my grandparents, "we use to walk up hill both ways to school", "a dime would take me and my date to the movies and we had money left over for popcorn and drinks"...I think we have all heard and … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Turnberry Homes Ceasing Operations in Charlotte NC - 11/02/07 09:16 AM
Turnberry Homes is pulling out of the Charlotte NC market. A slowdown in sales in other markets is the cited culprit. Turnberry Homes currently has 6 communities in the Charlotte area. Vermillion, in Huntersville NC. Chatsworth, in Weddington NC. Cureton, in Waxhaw NC. Fox Ridge, in Indian Land SC. Stratford, in Weddington NC. … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Southern Christmas Show Charlotte NC - 10/29/07 10:32 AM
Put on your best walking shoes and grab that rolling shopping cart-it's time for the Southern Christmas Show once more!
If you've never been, you're really missing out on a great chance to get into the Christmas spirit. There's a showcase of designer Christmas trees, live music from local groups, vendors of … (6 comments)
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charlotte nc: 78th Annual Mallard Creek Barbecue Charlotte NC - 10/22/07 03:24 PM
Mark your calendars for this Thursday, October 25th, for a Charlotte NC area tradition.
The 78th Annual Mallard Creek Barbecue is here! This is the oldest and largest barbecue tradition in North Carolina (we've been featured in Southern Living and Our State in the past). Sponsored by Mallard Creek Presbyterian Church … (12 comments)
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charlotte nc: Mandatory BAN On Lawn Watering - 09/26/07 08:36 AM
Charlotte NC put a mandatory ban on lawn watering into place yesterday, and tomorrow Concord, Kannapolis, Harrisburg, and Landis will have bans in effect.
Your last chance to water your lawn in Cabarrus County is tonight from 8p to 8a tomorrow. For a list of current watering restrictions in Charlotte NC and … (11 comments)
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charlotte nc: Are You Writing For Localism? If Not, Why Not? - 09/25/07 03:49 PM
Seems like a day doesn't go by around AR without some moaning and complaining about how business is dead...leads have dried up....real estate is dying...on and on and on!
But I have to say-quit complaining unless you're doing EVERYTHING to improve your own personal situation.
And that includes writing about your local … (50 comments)
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charlotte nc: Charlotte NC Rises Above - 09/24/07 02:26 PM
People in the Northeast are finding a home purchase bonanza in the Charlotte, NC market. First of all, the job market in the area is greatly enhanced by the presence of large banking institutions, like Bank of America, Waxhovia and B B & T, and the other professionals and service … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Charlotte NC is a Great Market for Smart Investors - 09/18/07 01:14 PM
I have to thank Jeff Turner for his very timely post about the new Google presentations!) I get a lot of calls and emails from folks wanting to invest in real estate in Charlotte NC and our metro market. For despite the gloom and doom that the national news media insists … (13 comments)
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charlotte nc: Charlotte NC is a Great Market for Smart Investors - 09/18/07 01:12 PM
(I have to thank Jeff Turner for his very timely post about the new Google presentations!)
I get a lot of calls and emails from folks wanting to invest in real estate in Charlotte NC and our metro market. For despite the gloom and doom that the national news media insists on … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Beware the desktop appraisal! Human touch still reigns... - 09/13/07 05:23 PM
In my market of Charlotte NC and the surrounding area, the market is going strong. There are lots of buyers but also many homes from which to choose. While it is leaning toward being a buyer's market, a seller can be successful by following the advice of a good listing agent … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc: Fee to See??? Should buyers be charged for seeing homes? - 09/13/07 04:39 PM
I am helping a client sell his home in the Lake Norman area of Charlotte NC. It's located in The Peninsula which is a waterfront community with lovely amenities and beautiful homes ranging from the $400's to multi million dollars. He has asked me if anyone has ever proposed that buyers … (2 comments)
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