concord nc real estate: April 2011 Concord NC Real Estate Report - 05/16/11 07:36 AM
 
April 2011 Concord NC Real Estate Report
 
There were 35 active properties with an average list price of $298,043 and an average of 42 days on the market.
7 properties were expired
6 properties were pending
10 properties were withdrawn
1 property was conditional, continue to show
11 properties were sold with an average list price of $260,977, an average sold price of $252,086, and the average days on the market were 108.
The 11 homes that sold in Concord NC for the month of April are located in:
1 in Afton Village,  1 in Asheford Green,  1 in … (0 comments)

concord nc real estate: Wonderful Gable Oaks in Concord, NC - 03/15/11 05:54 AM
Gable Oaks is a wonderful and friendly neighborhood only 30 miles from Uptown Charlotte in the bedroom community of Concord.  Convienently located off Poplar Tent Rd. and only a half mile to I-85 this Niblock built community offers many amenities such as a pool and proximity to shopping and dining.  
If your looking for that upgrade from your first home and don't want the higher taxes of Uptown Charlotte then this place is worth a serious look.
Gable oaks has traditional homes from 1500 sq. ft. to around  3500 sq. ft.  Gable Oaks boasts much lower taxes than Charlotte and this … (2 comments)

concord nc real estate: 2011 Monthly to do list for homeowners - 01/02/11 05:16 AM

 
2011 Monthly to do list for homeowners
One of the biggest monetary investments in a person's life is the purchase of a home. 
Below, I have listed monthly to do projects to protect your home and investment:




January: Check air filters on the heating system.  A clean filter promotes better function from your unit.  Also, open and close cutoff valves to sinks and toilets to be sure they are in proper working condition.
February: Clean any lint from the clothes dryer exhaust ducts.  Inspect the flexible pipe behind the dryer to ensure it isn't cracked … (4 comments)

concord nc real estate: November 2010 Concord NC Real Estate Report - 12/04/10 01:39 AM
November 2010 Concord NC Real Estate Report
There were 31 active properties with an average list price of $259,917 and an average of 61 days on the market.
4 properties were conditional
11 properties have expired
10 properties were pending
10 properties were withdrawn
1 property was temporarily off the market
9 properties were sold with an average list price of $245,548, an average sold price of $220,608, and the average days on the market were 111.
The 9 homes that sold in Concord NC for the month of November are located in:
1 in Afton Village,  1 in Christenbury Wood,   … (0 comments)

concord nc real estate: October 2010 Concord NC Real Estate Report - 11/07/10 08:48 AM

 
  
 
 
October 2010 Concord NC Real Estate Report
There were 31 active properties with an average list price of $297,064 and an average of 83 days on the market.
2 properties were conditional
14 properties have expired
9 properties were pending
9 properties were withdrawn
2 properties were temporarily off the market
9 properties were sold with an average list price of $304,353, an average sold price of $292,613, and the average days on the market were 76.
The 9 homes that sold in Concord NC for the month of October are located in:
1 in Beverly … (1 comments)

concord nc real estate: LUXURY HOMES in Concord NC - 10/24/10 05:10 AM
Luxury homes in Concord NC
If you are in the market for the nicest homes Concord NC has to offer, you have to visit:
Christenbury Wood - is one of the most popular neighborhoods in Concord NC.  Many of the luxury homes in Concord are in this great neighborhood and are recently built on lovely tree lined streets.
The amenities available to the residents of this area feature a pool, tennis courts, recreation area and walkways.  This little neighborhood is filled with sunny streets, shady nooks and friendly neighbors.
These luxury homes in Concord range in style from the traditional English … (3 comments)

concord nc real estate: Concord NC Real Estate Report - August 2010 - 09/25/10 10:53 AM

 
August 2010 Concord NC Real Estate Report
There were 21 active properties with an average list price of $309,829 and an average of 172 days on the market.
3 other properties were conditional
7 other properties have expired
2 other properties were pending
3 other properties were temporarily off the market
14 other properties were withdrawn
15 properties were sold with an average list price of $309,701, an average sold price of $293,259, and the average days on the market was 168.
The 15 homes that sold in Concord NC for the month of August are located in:
1 … (0 comments)

concord nc real estate: Kellswater Bridge Ice Cream Social - Kannapolis NC - 08/25/10 04:09 PM

 
 
 
On a hot summer day, what better way is there to cool off than attend an ice cream social?  The good residents of Kellswater Bridge in Kannapolis NC held one this past Saturday at the pool.
 
 
 

 
There were so many flavors and toppings to choose from.  My son had chocolate ice cream sans the toppings.  My two daughters had vanilla with every topping offered...chocolate syrup, nuts, M&Ms, crushed Oreos, and so much more.  As for me, I opted for the chocolate/vanilla swirl with crushed Oreos, whipped cream and a cherry.
Boy, was … (4 comments)

concord nc real estate: Afton Village in beautiful Concord, NC - 08/19/10 01:55 AM

 
Afton Village is a unique area of Concord with Condos, Townhomes and a wide array of houses that range from 1300 sq. ft. to 5000+ sq. ft.
This master planned community has a wine room, fine dining, fast food, a park with walking trails, soccer fields, playgrounds, and retail and professional businesses all within a short walk which makes this Concord neighborhood a destination for many.
This still growing neighborhood has a Charlestown flavor and large numbers of colorful custom homes. Afton Village is a half a mile from I-85 and about 20 miles northeast of Uptown Charlotte for … (2 comments)

concord nc real estate: Tony Tours the Town - Red Robin Restaurant - Charlotte NC - 08/03/10 12:44 PM
 

 
Went out for an early dinner with the wife and kids the other day.  Not really
knowing what we wanted to eat, we headed down I85 south toward
Charlotte in search of what looked good. 
There, in the distance, rising above the trees like a beacon was the sign.  It
was a Red Robin Restaurant.
 

 
 
My wife told me Red Robin is best known for it's burgers.  So, of course, I
ordered the Hawaiian chicken (I have to be different).  It came with two
types of dipping sauce... salsa and ranch salsa.  I have … (6 comments)

concord nc real estate: HAPPY NEW YEAR !!!!!!! - 12/31/09 10:44 PM

I want to wish everyone - friends, family, and Active Rainers - a very
Healthy and Happy New Year!!
May 2010 be good and prosperous for us all!!
The 2000's were definitely a decade of unexpected happenings... from
911 to the election of Barack Obama as President.
We can only wonder what 2010 has in store for us. I'm keeping my fingers crossed.
Again, Happy New Year everyone!!
 
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concord nc real estate: FOR SALE- 533 Fairwoods Drive, Huntersville NC, 28078, Cabarrus County - 12/31/09 10:58 AM

Same beautiful home---new, lower price !!  Now $499,900.00  MLS # 891053

This home has it all !!!...
5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, home office (6th bedroom?), diningroom, livingroom, familyroom and huge kitchen/breakfastroom. There's plenty of storage space up and down.
Upgraded granite & lighting, hardwoods and plush carpeting are a few of the niceties this home offers.
The basement is unfinished but holds a lot of square footage...over 2000 worth! It is also plumbed for a full bath, kitchen/bar sink and has heat and air installed. Finish it and make it your own!
The deck was extended to 18x18. The patio … (6 comments)

concord nc real estate: Happy Thanksgiving!! - 11/26/09 02:04 AM
Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!
It's the time of year to reflect on what we have to be thankful for.
We have our friends, family, hopefully good health and many more good things in our lives that make it what it is.
Unfortunately, there are sad things as well. But we have to take those with the good and continue to make the best of life.
From mine to yours...
Happy Thanksgiving!!
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concord nc real estate: Proud Papa of a Life Scout - 11/20/09 11:00 PM

 
Last night my son, Anthony, advanced to the rank of Life Scout. He achieved this with much hard work and determination.
Next:  EAGLE SCOUT !!
Anthony is apart of Troop 38 sponsored by Poplar Tent Presbyterian Church in Concord NC.
He has been a Boy Scout for 2 years and really enjoys all that it stands for.
He holds the office of Assistant Patrol Leader.
 
(Anthony in an older photo)
Anthony is also one of the priveleged who will be attending the 2010 Boy Scout Jamboree.  In 2010, Scouting celebrates it's 100th Anniversary.
Woo Hoo!!
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concord nc real estate: Happy Halloweenie!!!! - 10/31/09 02:44 PM

 
Happy Halloween to everyone here in the rain.
It rained a little on the kids tonight so they, too, were playing in the rain.
Halloween is one of my favorite holidays...I love the costumes and especially all the candy!!!
There goes my diet!
: (
Hope your Halloweenie was safe and lots of fun!!
Oh yeah...don't forget to set your clocks back tonight!!
Ciao!
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concord nc real estate: Market Analysis - Cabarrus & Mecklenburg counties - North Carolina - 10/10/09 08:44 AM
Below is market information on Cabarrus & Mecklenburg counties in North Carolina. I've supplied info for sales from 2008 as compared to the same time period in 2009.
Cabarrus                                                                                          Mecklenburg
This includes but not limited to the towns and cities of:
Concord NC, Kannapolis NC, Harrisburg NC, in Cabarrus county
& Huntersville NC, Cornelius NC, Davidson NC, and North Charlotte NC in Mecklenburg county.
 
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The following charts show: new listings with average list price, how many of those new listings went under contract, the average list price of those under contract, how many of them sold, the average sale price, … (7 comments)

concord nc real estate: Tony Tours the Town - Cox Mill Elementary School / Annalisa Graduates!- Concord NC - 06/23/09 01:56 PM

My 2 daughters attended Cox Mill Elementary School in Concord NC last year and again this year.
My oldest daughter, Annalisa, graduated and is headed to 6th grade!

 

 
Above: Annalisa with a few friends in her class and again with her principal, Mr. Hull.
Visit my web site at www.YourRealtorTony.com for more info on our schools, area and properties for sale.
 

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concord nc real estate: Proposal: The $8000 tax break as a downpayment - Incentive to Concord NC buyers? - 05/18/09 08:03 AM
The Federal Housing Administration is considering to permit its lenders to allow home buyers to use the $8,000 tax credit as a down payment.Originally, buyers wouldn't receive the funds until after they filed their tax return.
That deterred some people from using the credit. The National Association of Realtors has been calling for the change. If this goes into effect, FHA's lenders will be permitted to "monetize" the tax credit through short-term bridge loans. This will allow home buyers to access the funds immediately at the closing table.
This could be yet another incentive for buyers to get off the fence!
I'll post more about … (13 comments)

concord nc real estate: Tony Tours the Town - Great Wolf Lodge Resort - Concord NC - 05/17/09 02:46 AM
This is a follow up to my post about the school bus that was involved in an accident on the way toCamp Thunderbird in South Carolina.
That same day, Mr. Sheppard, Superintendent of Cabarrus County schools, contacted Great Wolf Lodge to see if arrangements could be made to accommodate the children, to try and make up for the accident and canceled school trip.

 
Well, on May 11, that is exactly what happened. The 5th grade class was treated to a day at Great Wolf at no charge!
 
Great Wolf is conveniently located off of I85 near Concord Mills Mall … (16 comments)

concord nc real estate: Tony Tours The Town - Nomads in the woods?? - Concord NC - 04/03/09 05:10 AM
NO, just Boy Scout Troop 38!
After my son's JROTC competition, we headed over to his troop's Spring Camporee at Camp Cabarrus in Concord NC.

 
 
 
 
 BSA Camp Cabarrus





Most of the other scouts had been at the camp since the previous late afternoon. So, we had a whole day to catch up on. It didn't take long for my son to get into the swing of things. We arrived in time to help cook dinner. The theme of this camporee was primitive cooking.

 
 
 
 
The boys had food … (10 comments)