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Things to do in Charlotte Year-Round (2021 Edition)

09/28/2021 by Debe Leave a Comment

Things to do in Charlotte Year-Round

One of the things I loved about raising my children in Charlotte were the number of things to do with my kids, who love adventure. As my children have grown, I still do have clients with little ones who also seek adventure and Charlotte remains chock-full of incredible things to do…and not just adventuresome activities!

NASCAR Hall of Fame – As Charlotte is the center of NASCAR, we landed the Hall of Fame in 2010. After a few lean years (recovering from The Great Recession), this well-known Charlotte venue has become an ever-evolving shrine to Charlotte’s history – all under one roof in Uptown.

This high-tech venue, not only entertains but, educates with a multitude of artifacts, a state-of-the-art theatre, Honor Hall and hands-on-exhibits that are always fan favorites. *Kids LOVE the race simulator (additional charge but, worth it).
U.S. National Whitewater Center – Talk about thrill-seeking adventures in the great outdoors! Oh, there’s so much to do here – and not just water activities. Besides whitewater rafting, there are ziplines, mountain biking, yoga classes, trail running and hiking, flatware kayaking as well as SUP, rope climbing, adventure courses & jumps). It’s a wonderful place to visit any time of the year.
Discovery Place Science – Build a lifelong passion for learning at Discovery Place in Uptown Charlotte. Explore technology, science & nature with hands-on labs, their signature ‘Thinker Space,’ labs, an urban rain forest, aquariums, live animal exhibits, the iMAX theatre (the Carolinas’ largest iMAX Dome Theatre). *Also visit Discovery Place Nature, formerly known as Charlotte Nature Museum, a part of the Discovery Place network, located in Freedom Park.
Sea Life Charlotte-Concord – See creatures you’ve never seen before, watch thousands of tropical fish, sharks, sea turtles & more as they gracefully glide in North Carolina’s only underwater ocean tunnel. Discover a wide array of sea creatures up close in the aquariums and go behind the scenes to see how the thousands of majestic residents (sea creatures) are cared for. Located on the Concord Mills Mall campus.
The Great Wolf Lodge – Last but, not least, this fan favorite is one you won’t want to miss! Whether it’s a weekend visit, a weekend stay or a long vacation, there is SO much do to at one of the area’s top resorts. From thrill seekers to fitness lovers, magic intrigue, the water park, themed suites and family dining – the Great Wolf Lodge is a wonderful place for all ages!

Want more ideas? I am happy to guide you in the direction of many more fun things to do in Charlotte. Call me @ (704) 491-3310.

Popular Steele Creek Community, Ranch + Full Finished Basement!

09/02/2021 by Debe Leave a Comment

15000 Kinnegal Lane
Charlotte NC 28278
MLS #3779010
4bd, 3ba, 3,205sqft, .28 acres
Offered @ $440,000
**SOLD**

Rare RANCH with FULL, FINISHED basement in popular Creekshire Estates. Open flowing plan ft. 2 fireplaces. Master, guest, laundry on main. Gorgeous granite & stainless eat-in kitchen, oversized formal DR & LR w/ gorgeous views of wooded tree save area. Fabulous BASEMENT with huge family room, game room (pool table remains!) wet bar/bev fridge, multiple walk in storage areas (workshop? Office? Craft room?) + 2 oversized bedrooms & full bath, huge walk-out patio and gardeners paradise in the FENCED backyard. Ideal location near Rivergate Shopping, Fort Mill & I-77/I-485; fantastic neighborhood with pool!

Debe Maxwell, CRS, Realtor®/Broker
RE/MAX Executive
2901 Coltsgate Road, Suite 100
Charlotte, NC 28211
Mobile: (704) 491-3310

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THE Most Asked Question in May, 2021 – Should I Buy NOW or Wait?

05/13/2021 by Debe Leave a Comment

THE Most Asked Question in May, 2021 – Should I Buy NOW or Wait?

Quite frankly, we’ve been being asked this question for well over 2 years. If you consider only the last year of appreciation that the Charlotte Metro area homeowners gained, an 11.6% increase – yes, in ONLY one year – that will tell the story about our hotter-than-hot market! To show you what that looks like in dollars – if you paid $500,000 for your home one year ago today, your home would now be worth $558,000. Note that this is our entire MLS – some areas have realized less appreciation and others, more.

If you’re thinking that waiting a year or two to purchase a home will mean you’ll save some money, think again. With the market as hot as it is, home buyers will still realize appreciation, even after paying what seems to be a very high price.

There simply is no slowing down until we reach a balanced market and that’s going to take some time. A balanced market is a 6-month supply of homes; right now, we have a ½ month supply. So, all of that time, a new house will be appreciating each and every month!

Sure, it may be a hard pill to swallow right now but, you’ll be glad you bought now in the not-so-distant future! Experts project both home prices and mortgage rates will continue to rise, which means this is the best time to secure a more affordable home.

Buying now is a smart move in the NC housing market

Let’s talk! Message, phone, or email me if you have questions about the best way to achieve your homebuying goals.

Read: It’s an Unprecedented Sellers Market

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On Unemployment & Home Equity

05/11/2020 by Debe Leave a Comment

With widespread fear due to the unemployment numbers, let’s dig a little deeper into those numbers. There are actually several silver linings to consider when you hear those scary unemployment numbers reported.

*More than 4,000,000 Americans who filed unemployment initially, have likely already found a new job.
14.7% of Americans are unemployed. The largest group of unemployed is, by far, teenagers. Their unemployment has very little impact on the housing market.

Industries showing the most aggressive growth since the original unemployment filings include health care, food and grocery stores, retail, delivery and telecommunications.
Contrary to the fear that is reported, the unemployment rate will not initiate a massive new surge of foreclosures. In fact, homeowners have more equity in their homes than ever before.
58.7% of homes in America have at least 60% equity.
42.1% of all homes in the US are mortgage-free.
Inventory levels are at an all-time low. It will take years to move from a sellers market to a balanced one.

Let me repeat a very sobering stat – 58.7% of homes in America have at least 60% equity. That number is completely different than it was back in 2008 when the housing bubble burst. During The Great Recession, many found themselves owing more on their mortgage than what their homes were worth.

*Here are the top 10 states that are rebounding the fastest from the original unemployment filings.

Drilling down in the statistics to get a bigger picture of what unemployment means for homeownership and understanding the significant equity Americans hold today, really does help to see a more clear picture. With 42.1% of all homes in this country being mortgage-free, there is already a large number of homes that are not at all at risk for foreclosure.

Bottom Line

When you hear or read a single statistic that gives you care for concern, dig a little deeper in the statistics. The real data is not emotional and will give you the real picture too.

Thinking of buying or selling in the Charlotte market? Let’s talk! Call or text me at (704) 491-3310 or email me at SavvyBroker@me.com.

*Thanks to NAR and KCM for providing the graphics used above.

Beyond 77 – Have a Say in Charlotte Transportation Improvements

01/17/2020 by Debe Leave a Comment

Have an issue with the new 77 toll lanes or a continued extended commute time up 77-N? Here’s your chance to weigh-in on transportation improvements in the 6-10 mile corridor around the highway.

Beyond 77 is the first of a 2-year study of the 68-mile stretch from Statesville, NC to Rock Hill, SC. Hopefully the surveyors will use these surveys to guide future planning decisions and figure out a way to fund any improvements. With a $30K/day penalty being paid by the contractor, we all know who is ultimately paying that fee!

The Beyond 77 online survey, launched this week, asks how users transit the corridor, what improvements they would like to see and how these improvements could be funded. Some of the improvements suggested include more connections between major roads bordering I-77 or if the city should focus on alternatives such as light rail, more CATS stops or bike lanes.

Take the toll poll for Charlotte transportation

Take the survey and be a part of the community’s voice – after all, you are a part of the community too!

©Debe Maxwell | RE/MAX Executive | The Maxwell House Group | (704) 491-3310 | Beyond 77 – Have a Say in Charlotte Transportation Improvements

Let’s Go Tour Steele Creek Upcoming Open Houses this Weekend

07/11/2019 by Debe Leave a Comment

Open Houses in Charlotte NC's Olde Providence Community

Let’s go tour Steele Creek open houses together this weekend! If you’re looking for an open house to attend this weekend in Steele Creek, you’ve come to the right place! Here is an updated list of all of the open houses in the Steele Creek area, shared directly from our MLS. If you’re thinking of visiting one, take your agent or give me a call. I’m happy to accompany you to avoid the pressure from the listing agents. Why? Because listing agents wish to double-end the sale representing the seller and the buyer for double pay and seriously slated representation in the sellers’ favor.

So, let’s go! Call or text me at (704) 491-3310.

Lets Go Tour Open Houses in Steele Creek

Open House Sun, Jan 30, 4 PM UTC
Please verify times due to COVID-19

1 / 23

$600,000

Single Family Home For Sale

Active

BEDS

TOTAL BATHS

3,556

SQFT

11926 Grey Partridge Drive
Charlotte, NC 28278
Chapel Cove Subdivision

Open House Sat, Jan 29, 4 PM UTC
Please verify times due to COVID-19

1 / 38

$424,900

Single Family Home For Sale

Active

BEDS

TOTAL BATHS

2,488

SQFT

13819 Millers Creek Lane
Charlotte, NC 28278
Mcdowell Place Subdivision

Open House Sat, Jan 29, 6 PM UTC
Please verify times due to COVID-19

1 / 31

$449,800

Single Family Home For Sale

Active

BEDS

TOTAL BATHS

2,701

SQFT

10204 Trailmoor Road
Charlotte, NC 28278
Berewick Subdivision

Open House Sat, Jan 29, 6 PM UTC
Please verify times due to COVID-19

1 / 48

$889,000

Single Family Home For Sale

Active

BEDS

TOTAL BATHS

4,605

SQFT

13634 Glen Abbey Drive
Charlotte, NC 28278
The Palisades Subdivision

*Note upcoming Steele Creek Charlotte open houses update 4 times per hour so, this list is up-to-date as entered in our MLS.

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Things to do in Charlotte Year-Round (2021 Edition)

Popular Steele Creek Community, Ranch + Full Finished Basement!

THE Most Asked Question in May, 2021 – Should I Buy NOW or Wait?

On Unemployment & Home Equity

Beyond 77 – Have a Say in Charlotte Transportation Improvements

Let’s Go Tour Steele Creek Upcoming Open Houses this Weekend

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