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Charlotte NC Facts and Figures – 2010 Recap

01/27/2011 by Debe Leave a Comment

Charlotte NC Facts and Figures – 2010 Recap

Charlotte NC Facts…

Charlotte’s cost of living is below the national average
City, County and State AAA bond ratings
Charlotte Douglas International Airport averages 587 airline flights daily
$16 billion in annual retail sales
1st most popular move destination
1st America’s most livable communities
1st economic strength ranking
2nd largest banking center (controls over $2 trillion in assets)
2nd best city for entrepreneurs
3rd best city for corporate headquarters
3rd best city for business
4th best city for relocating singles
6th in number of Fortune 500 headquarters
12th most active airport in the country
21st largest city in America

Charlotte NC Figures…

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Charlotte Real Estate and Relocation Specialist

Debe Maxwell offers many years of experience helping those relocating to the Charlotte area as well as providing an aggressive marketing strategy for homes for sale in Charlotte. If you’re relocating to Charlotte, Debe will help you locate first, then locate the perfect Charlotte neighborhood the perfect home for sale which fits your lifestyle and your budget to a ’t.’

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For your relocation needs, email Debe or give her a call today!

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In Support of Responsible Homeownership

01/23/2011 by Debe Leave a Comment

It Pays to Support Responsible Homeownership

Helping other become homeowners protects your hom’e calue and builds stronger communities

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It Pays to Support Responsible Homeownership

Charlotte North Carolina Real Estate

Debe Maxwell, CRS, Realtor®/Broker
THE MAXWELL HOUSE GROUP REAL ESTATE
1920 E. 7th Street
Charlotte, NC 28204
Mobile: (704) 491-3310
Fax: (704) 353-7014

COMING SOON! Uptown Charlotte NC Condo for Sale – Third Ward – The TRADEMARK

01/23/2011 by Debe Leave a Comment

COMING SOON! Uptown Charlotte NC Condo for Sale – Third Ward – The TRADEMARK

Simply stunning upscale condo is soon to be available in Uptown Charlotte’s Third Ward Trademark condo complex. A 28-story contemporary classic, the Trademark is located at West Trade Street and S. Mint (N. Pine) Streets and just a few short blocks from Charlotte’s center city, ‘The Square.’ You simply won’t find another condo in this price range with the upgraded appointments that this modern unit has to offer. From the classic-style bamboo floors throughout (with the exception of the gorgeous black quartz marble in the baths) to the high-end Italian glass cabinets throughout – even the drawers are glass- this sophisticated condo is a rare find!

The kitchen countertops (granite) are plentiful and the upgraded appliances are stainless steel finish off the fabulous kitchen (with its own panoramic views of the skyline). This spacious corner condo offers panoramic views from each room (with the exception of the baths) as well as the balcony overlooking the gorgeous city skyline. The floorplan is open and quite functional. There is a center kitchen island and plenty of space for a breakfast area adjacent to the kitchen or simply use the additional space as it is being used (open) and use the dining room for seating or simply use the bar on the island. The dining room can serve as an office, den area or a second dining area–the chandelier is absolutely exquisite. The great room is quite spacious and did I mention that the panoramic views of Uptown Charlotte NC are simply spectacular through the floor-to-ceiling windows?!

Built-ins in the second bedroom offer perfect bedroom space for storage (including wiring for a TV) or the space could serve as an office and is network-ready. The black quartz marble is also used in the baths/showers in both bathrooms, as well as frameless shower doors. The modern window treatments are also an upgrade; windows are donned with high-end blinds – Starbuck’s-style! The dazzling lighting is quite impressive as well, and feature Swarovski crystal fixtures throughout; the fixtures are absolutely magnificent and truly pull the details of the upscale appointments together for a bright, sophisticated look. Closets are all up-fitted with California Closets, offering exceptional organized space throughout the condo.

This cosmopolitan condo comes with two, deeded front row, large parking spaces in a secured parking area just below the amenities level in the building. Speaking of amenities–the Trademark features a 12,000 square foot terrace with heated pool, a fire pit, pool table and outdoor grill; the Trademark is even pet-friendly, boasting a doggie park on the amenity level. Also located on the 7th floor amenity level is a community room with a 42-inch plasma TV as well as an exercise room and kitchen and dining area for entertaining.

There’s truly not another condo of this level of quality appointments to be found at a price such as this! Give us a call and we’ll be happy to give you a tour! Stay tuned for the professional photos but, while you wait, enjoy my preliminary shots of the condo, the Trademark condominium complex and photos of the Uptown, Third and Fourth Wards:

“Uptown and The Trademark“

Uptown Charlotte Condos and Townhomes for Sale – The Trademark

01/22/2011 by Debe 3 Comments

Uptown Charlotte Condos and Townhomes for Sale – The Trademark

If you’re searching for Uptown Charlotte condos and townhomes for sale, you’re going to love this featured property! TheTrademark Condominiums are located at the corner of W. Trade and N.Pine/S. Mint Streets in the Third Ward of Uptown Charlotte; the complex was designed by award-winning architect, David Furman. Trademark condominiums are located just four blocks from the Bank of America stadium, five blocks from the Charlotte Bobcat’s arena and is a quick two blocks from the Uptown Harris Teeter grocery store.

28 floors with 202 Residential units featuring open, loft style floorplans, are housed in the Trademark. The first floor is retail and second and third floors are offices, and the rest are residential. These upscale, sophisticated, urban condos in Uptown Charlotte have 10-foot ceilings, granite in the kitchens and baths, hardwood floors, and private balconies.

The Trademark boasts a 7th floor amenities level which caps the secured parking deck and boasts a 12,000 square foot terrace with heated pool, a fire pit, pool table and outdoor grill and even a doggie park. Also located on the 7th floor is a community room with a 42-inch plasma TV as well as an exercise room and kitchen area for entertaining.

333 W. Trade Street. This newer condo complex, built in 2007, has so very much to offer. The Uptown condos in Trademark range from 600 to 1,800 SF. Located on the first floor of The Trademark, Press, an in/outdoor wine bar, sushi and sandwich shop, is a local favorite you’ll enjoy. A mere two blocks to Charlotte’s center, known as ‘The Square,’ the Trademark condos in Uptown Charlotte are just where you want to be within the city! Fabulous views of the towering buildings that make up Charlotte’s gorgeous skyline, as well as historic church views and so much adventure awaiting you…how can you resist The Trademark?

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Features of the Trademark Condominiums include:

Floor to ceiling glass in the living spaces of the condos
Secured building with Closed Caption TV
Most condos feature a private balcony
Features include granite, stainless and upgraded kitchens
Open, loft floorplans
Chrome hardware throughout
Tile foyers in most of the units
Wood flooring in most of the living areas
Some floorplans include a fluted glass dividing wall in the living area
Carpeted bedrooms
Ceramic tile baths with shower surround
A minimm of 2 ceiling fans with pre-wiring in all units
Network ready
Energy efficient heat pump
Monthly homeowner’s dues that include water, sewer, common area maintenance (including secure areas and CCTV), building maintenance, garbage collection and management fees, taxes and insurance on common areas.

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Charlotte Real Estate and Relocation Specialist

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For your relocation needs, email Debe or give her a call today!

Mobile: (704) 491-3310
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Mortgage Lenders for Your Charlotte Home Loan

01/13/2011 by Debe 3 Comments

Mortgage Lenders for Your Charlotte Home Loan

One of the least understood aspects of Charlotte home loans is the different types of lending that is available to buyers. Most buyers mistakenly assume they have to obtain a home loan from a traditional savings and loan.

There are several different types of lenders; here are the main types of mortgage lenders and how each of them function:

Mortgage Bankers: Mortgage bankers are loan originators that operate with the sole objective to sell the loan they create to another source. Even though they will sell the loan they must have the ability to finance the loan in the first place and hold it until it is sold.

Mortgage Brokers: This type of lender does not actually originate the loan for your Charlotte home, they prepare the paperwork to submit to multiple lending institutions and get offers, from which they will present to you to select. Their offers may come from any of the other types of mortgage lenders. Many people believe that this type of loan is costly because of the additional work the brokers have to do to ‘shop’ for the loan for you but, they can oftentimes find the best rates for you.

Banks and Savings & Loans: These are the most common traditional sources of mortgage loans. They use the backing of their depositors to fund mortgages. In turn, they use the money paid by borrowers to repay the depositors’ interest for allowing them to use the money as an investment.

Credit Unions: Credit Unions operate in largely the same way a bank or savings and loan does by using money from a pool of depositors to finance investments in the form of mortgages and other types of loans. The difference is that most credit unions are operated out of a collective pool of closely associated people generally through a work place or professional organization.

If you’d like help determining the best type of mortgage lender for your Charlotte home purchase, give me a call or email me today.

What’s the Difference Between Foreclosures and Short Sales?

01/09/2011 by Debe 4 Comments

You’ve got to love reading through some of the Q and A on Trulia questions! I always love to clear up the consumer’s questions that seem to be so plain and simple for us but, not so simple for those who are not in our business. Here’s the short version of a recent question that I thought needed a bit of clearing up:

What is the difference between a foreclosure and a short sale and which is the best one to buy?

In response to the initial question – The difference between a foreclosure and a short sale is that a foreclosure is owned by the bank and a short sale is still owned by the homeowner of record. That homeowner is dependent upon the bank(s) approval of the sale of their property for less than what they owe on their mortgage(s). The short sale process can take awhile but, there are different schools of thought as to which is the best to purchase–short sales or foreclosures.

Consider this–Many homeowners who have lost their home to foreclosure, leave their homes angry and tend to stop maintaining or caring for their home, sometimes removing appliances and light fixtures as they are asked to leave their home, and sometimes even maliciously destroying their former homes as they leave the home. Many short sellers WANT to protect themselves from the 7-10 years of bad credit that a foreclosure can bring, therefore they do everything that they can to keep their homes maintained so that they CAN get a buyer and get out from under their mortgage with as little damage to their credit as possible.

Short sales can and often DO take longer than a standard home purchase or even a foreclosure but, the home that you buy, compared to other options (standard resale or foreclosure), can be in better condition and at a great price too.

Buying a foreclosure is easier on you and your agent but, if you have patience, a short sale can be the better investment, oftentimes requiring FAR less rehabilitation for you, as the buyer.

Charlotte North Carolina Real Estate

Debe Maxwell, CRS, Realtor®/Broker
THE MAXWELL HOUSE GROUP REAL ESTATE
1920 E. 7th Street
Charlotte, NC 28204
Mobile: (704) 491-3310
Fax: (704) 353-7014

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Charlotte NC Facts and Figures – 2010 Recap

Charlotte NC Facts and Figures – 2010 Recap

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Charlotte Real Estate and Relocation Specialist

In Support of Responsible Homeownership

Charlotte North Carolina Real Estate

COMING SOON! Uptown Charlotte NC Condo for Sale – Third Ward – The TRADEMARK

COMING SOON! Uptown Charlotte NC Condo for Sale – Third Ward – The TRADEMARK

Uptown Charlotte Condos and Townhomes for Sale – The Trademark

Uptown Charlotte Condos and Townhomes for Sale – The Trademark

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Features of the Trademark Condominiums include:

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Charlotte Real Estate and Relocation Specialist

Mortgage Lenders for Your Charlotte Home Loan

Mortgage Lenders for Your Charlotte Home Loan

What’s the Difference Between Foreclosures and Short Sales?

What is the difference between a foreclosure and a short sale and which is the best one to buy?

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