If you’re looking for a relaxing mountain adventure, the new ‘Uncorked’ rail line might be the perfect option. A narrator explains each wine including where it comes from and why it pairs so well with the food you’re eating, as well as unique information about the surrounding mountain views. As a momento of the excursion each of the passengers will receive souvenir wine glasses from the trip. Uncorked is offered on the Tuckasegee River Excursion departing on November 3, 2018; December 31, 2018; and February 16, 2019. And, on the Nantahala Gorge Excursion departing on September 22, 2018. Tickets are $120 per person. Check out more information on the Great Smokey Mountains Railroad site (0 comments)
charlotte real estate agent: This Weekend It's Time To "Fall Back"!
- 10/29/18 03:14 PM
It's THIS WEEKEND! Saturday night going into Sunday, to be exact. And, like the old saying goes, we "Spring Forward" and "Fall Back" So ... this Sunday morning with the exception of a few areas that do not observe this tradition you will gain one extra hour of sleep! Do you know "why" we do this twice per year? It's known as "Daylight Saving Time" and it all began when Ben Franklin came up with the idea but wasn't formally observed until around World War I when the countries that were at war began setting their clocks back to save on coal usage. Things (6 comments)
Price your home higher than what your agent suggests! Do NOT "De-Clutter" or "De-Personalize" your home! Stay Home for ALL SHOWINGS! Leave all of your pets home when showing your home! Decline as many showing appointments as possible!
OK - There you have it! It's a sure way to have your home on the market for a very long time!
Seriously though .. all kidding aside, of course you want to do everything opposite of this Top 5 List to get (2 comments)
charlotte real estate agent: "Fancy" Isn't Just For Special Occasions Anymore
- 10/25/18 07:07 PM
With everyone being so interested in food and food preperation as well as food presentation these days, stores like Pottery Barn, Williams-Sonoma, Crate & Barrel, West Elm and Restoration Hardware are becoming the "go to" places for fabulous dining experiences!
Nobody wants to or has the time or desire to polish silver, or deal with fine china and fancy crystal. In today's busy lifestyle you can have a "Luxury Look" without having to break the bank or have the endless hours of up-keep.
With the help of countless cooking shows on TV, about 3 million cookbooks sold each year and hundreds of magazines devoted (4 comments)
charlotte real estate agent: Whether Renting or Buying ... You're Still Paying a Mortgage!
- 10/24/18 06:51 PM
Whether you are paying Rent or are Buying a home you are still paying a mortgage! You can either pay towards your own equity in the home you are living in or you can contribute to others having equity ... the choice is yours! Whether you are looking for a primary residence for the first time or are considering a vacation home at the beach or in the mountains, now may be the time to buy. Are you LOOKING FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS? Do you have a HOME TO SELL? The Temple Team is ready to help you with all of your Real (2 comments)
Cornelius Halloween Block Party is back! Halloween in Old Town Cornelius Block Party Saturday, October 27th, 201 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. This is a free event. It takes place in the area of Oak Street Mill, 19725 Oak Street, Cornelius, The event includes: Costume contests Games Prizes Trick-or-treating creepy crafts Food trucks Live entertainment Craft breweries Live music Are you LOOKING FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS? Do you have a HOME TO SELL? The Temple Team can help you with all of your Real Estate Needs. Give us a call at 704-235-3000 and visit our webstie at www.TheTempleTeam.com. (2 comments)
Charcoal Briquettes: Place charcoal briquettes in a container throughout the area and replace monthly. Baking Soda: Place baking soda throughout the affected area to absorb moisture and odorKitty Litter: Fill a container with kitty litter and place in the area you want to remove odors from
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charlotte real estate agent: Creating a "Turn Key" Home For Buyers
- 10/19/18 08:11 PM
For the most part, buyers are looking for a "Move In Ready" or "Turn Key" home that will allow them to be very happy with very little effort other than personal touches. They are looking to get the most for their buck! Here are a list of things you can do ... Paint the walls and trim a neutral color Update lighting fixtures Update ceiling fans Remove outdated wallpaper and/or borders Install new kitchen counter tops Update the kitchen backsplash Update the knobs throughout the kitchen and bathrooms Change out bathroom fixtures - towel bars, bathroom tissue dispenser, etc... Change out door knobs throughout the house Update appliances (1 comments)
Date: October 26th Time: 5:00 Place: Main Street - Davidson NC Information: 704-940-9622 Website: Halloween-March
The Town of Davidson will celebrate the Halloween season on Friday, October 26 starting at 5:00 p.m. with our traditional Halloween March along Main Street. Families should line up at town hall to parade along main street to receive treats from merchants and organizations. Special thanks to our Davidson merchants and businesses for supporting this great event. We look forward to seeing you in costume! Regular Halloween trick-or-treating around town will still take place on October 31.
Are you LOOKING FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS? Do you have a HOME TO (2 comments)
Are you LOOKING FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS? Do you have a HOME TO SELL? The Temple Team is ready to help you with all of your Real Estate Needs. Give us a call anytime at 704-235-3000 and visit our website at www.TheTempleTeam.com.
*Excerpts taken from the website .... www.Realtor.com (0 comments)
charlotte real estate agent: Keeping Organized Tips
- 10/14/18 03:29 PM
Here are a few tips and tricks for staying organized throughout the year with every day things you already have around the house! You can recycle or re-purpose things and make your life more organized while you're doing it! What do you do with all of those extra buttons?
How about those spools of thread? Keep wrapping paper from unraveling! Storing ribbon ...
Storing tissue paper ... Storing ornaments ... For more helpful organization tips check out The Temple Team "Pinterest" Page ....
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NEW CARPOOLING APP COMING TO CHARLOTTE! It is an affordable and community focused solution for both riders and drivers. It's So Easy ... See How Zome Works: SCHEDULE YOUR RIDE GET MATCHED MEET AT SCHEDULED TIME AND LOCATION You can find out more on their website here. Are you LOOKING FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS? Do you have a HOME TO SELL? The Temple Team is ready to help you with all of your Real Estate Needs. Give us a call anytime at 704-235-3000 and visit our website at www.TheTempleTeam.com.
Come see our very own Pamela Temple at the 2018 Agent Mastermind
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It's a delicate situation for sure! You do everything you know is right ... get your comps and review them with the sellers and based on that information along with the condition of the home, you come up with a price you both agree upon. Not always so easy, but nonetheless it's how it's done. It's not Fool Proof! An experienced agent usually can nail it pretty good, but there are many variables, the most influential being the seller themselves not wanting to hear the truth. Therefore, there may be little or no showings until (1 comments)
charlotte real estate agent: Three Reasons Why Fall Is An EXCELLENT Time To Sell Your Home!
- 10/03/18 08:04 PM
The kiddos are back in school so a lot of people are under the assumption that it's not a good time to sell your home, but here are a few reasons why ... FALL IS A GREAT TIME TO SELL YOUR HOME! Demand Is Strong There Is Less Competition Now The Process Will Be Quicker Are you LOOKING FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS? Do you have a HOME TO SELL? The Temple Team is ready to help you with all of your Real Estate Needs. Give us a call anytime at 704-235-3000 and visit our website at www.TheTempleTeam.com. (0 comments)
Whether you are Looking for the Home of Your Dreams or would like to List Your Current Home for Sale ... The Temple Team is able to help you with all of your Real Estate Needs! Give us a call at 704-235-3000 and check out our website at www.TheTempleTeam.com.
*Excerpt taken from Keeping Current Matters (6 comments)
DOUGH: 1/2 Cup Butter (softened) 1/2 Cup Shortening 1 1/2 Cups Sugar 2 Eggs 2 3/4 Cups Flour 2 Teaspoon Cream of Tartar 1 Teaspoon Baking Soda 1/4 Teaspoon Salt
TOPPING: 2 Tablespoons Sugar 2 Teaspoons Cinnamon
Combine all dry ingredients. Mix together butter, shortening and eggs. Stir the 2 mixtures together. Roll about 1 Teaspoon of dough into balls and roll in the cinnamon/sugar topping mixture. Place each ball onto ungreased cookie sheet about 1 inch apart. Bake at 400 degrees for about 8-10 minutes .... ENJOY! Now you can sit back and ENJOY all the BEAUTY OF THE FALL SEASON! Are you looking to (2 comments)
Are you shopping for the HOME OF YOUR DREAMS? Do you have a HOME TO SELL? Whether you are Buying a New Home or Listing your current Home for Sale ... The Temple Team is able to help you with all of your Real Estate Needs! Give us a call at 704-235-3000 and check out our website at www.TheTempleTeam.com. (0 comments)
Are you shopping for the HOME OF YOUR DREAMS? Do you have a HOME TO SELL? Whether you are Buying a New Home or Listing your current Home for Sale ... The Temple Team is able to help you with all of your Real Estate Needs! Give us a call at 704-235-3000 and check out our website at www.TheTempleTeam.com. (0 comments)