It's been a long, long year... but today life in Charlotte and in North Carolina is getting back to normal as much as possible with the lifting of most indoor mask mandates (outdoor mask mandates were lifted a few weeks ago). On the South Carolina side of our border, the indoor mask mandates had already been lifted some days ago.
Masks are still recommended for the unvaccinated, in accordance with CDC guidelines. They are still required in schools, health care settings, prisons, public transportation, nursing homes, homeless shelters and daycares. Masks are … (24 comments)
Just one year ago, North Carolina's Governor Roy Cooper announced the closure of all salons, barbershops and music venues. If you remember, initially closures were to flatten the curve over a two week period. No doubt, when the first closures began, which included real estate agents in North Carolina being categorized as "non-essential" workers, it sure did feel the entire world was temporarily closed.
“Being temporary doesn't make something matter any less, because the point isn't for how long, the point is that … (13 comments)
Phase 3 of Charlotte's reopening permits movie theaters, bars and outdoor venues to open at reduced capacities. This means:
Bars can operate at 30% capacity or 100 people maximum, but outdoors only. Bars still may not serve drinks inside. Movie theaters and conference centers can operate at 30% capacity or 100 people maximum. Large outdoor venues such as Bank of America Stadium can operate at 7% capacity. Smaller outdoor venues with fewer than 10,000 seats can operate at 30% capacity or 100 people maximum. Amusement parks can operate at 30% capacity. Indoor rides … (30 comments)
North Carolina's Governor Roy Cooper announced a three-phase, data-driven plan on Thursday, May 7th to relax the restrictions of the state's stay-at-home orders and to gradually re-open businesses statewide. The three-phase re-opening plan begins today, May 8th at 5:00 PM.
Phase 1 will allow more businesses to reopen. People can take some nonessential trips. People must adhere to social distancing guidelines and those who can work from home are highly encouraged to continue to do so. During Phase 1, child care centers are permitted re-enroll children under strict cleaning requirements. Nursing home visitor restrictions remain in place. Worship services of … (31 comments)
Latest news on how COVID-19 is affecting the Charlotte region real estate market and what it means for you...
The impact of shuttered businesses and shelter at home orders due to COVID-19 has become more apparent in Charlotte region's housing market activity for the weeks ended April 4th and April 11th, especially as it related to closed sales in the week ended April 11th. Closed sales in the week ended April 11th were down over 35% week-over-week.
COVID-19 impact for the weeks ended April 4th and April 11th showed continued year-over-year decreases in new listings, in … (24 comments)
Latest news on how COVID-19 is affecting the Charlotte region real estate market and what it means for you...
The impact of shuttered businesses and shelter at home orders due to COVID-19 became more apparent in Charlotte region's housing market activity for the week ending April 4th. While we saw little impact in the first half of March and just small "twinges" in the second half of March, there is no doubt that the Charlotte region's housing market was more significantly affected by COVID-19 as shelter-in-place orders took effect in late March.
Food Donations There's a critical need for food throughout the City of Charlotte. Organizations throughout Charlotte's metro area are working on collecting and distributing food to those in need. Here are three organization you can help:
1. The Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina is making it easy for you to help... Buy A Food Box. Each $25 donation is equal to a 7-day balanced food box. To buy a food box, click here.
2. Loaves & Fishes in Mecklenburg County is asking for volunteers to pack emergency food boxes at their warehouse. … (32 comments)
As I wrote yesterday, Mecklenburg County, which includes the municipalites of Charlotte, Pineville, Matthews, Mint Hill, Huntersville, Cornelius and Davidson, issued a “Stay-at-Home” order beginning tomorrow, Thursday, March 26 at 8:00 AM. This order will remain in effect for three weeks until April 16th, although it can be revised or repealed at any time.
NCRealtors® have provided the following information as to the impact of the "Stay-at-Home" order on Realtors® in Charlotte and Mecklenburg County. Namely:
Certain real estate-related businesses were designated as “essential services.” These include banks, lenders, appraisers, attorneys and title companies. The order does not include … (28 comments)
Charlotte-Mecklenburg's Emergency Management Office has just issued a stay-at-home order limiting travel by County residents beginning Thursday morning, March 26th and lasting until April 16th. Mecklenburg County includes the cities and towns of Charlotte, Pineville, Matthews, Huntersville, Cornelius, Mint Hill, and Davidson.
DURING THE COVID-19 STAY AT HOME TIME, YOU MAY: Go to the grocery, convenience or warehouse store Go to the pharmacy to pick up medications and other healthcare necessities Visiting a health care professional for medical services that cannot be provided virtually (call first) Go to a restaurant for take-out, delivery or … (23 comments)
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