Cost of Living in Charlotte North Carolina 2011

Charlotte North Carolina

The ACCRA Cost of Living Index (COLI) - Charlotte NC The ACCRA COLI, a reliable source of city-to-city comparisons of key consumer costs.  The data and methodology are reviewed by an Advisory Board and is referenced in the US Census Bureau's Statistical Abstract of the US. Are you making the right decision to move to Charlotte?  We think so, and feel confident that you'll agree;  feel better about your decision to move.  Be an informed relocation client, having knowledge on-hand about local pricing.  Here are the 2011 Q1 cost of living stats as provided by the ACCRA. ACCRA Cost of … Continue reading...

The Maxwell House Group Real Estate News for Week Ending 8/19/2011

Charlotte NC Real Estate Agent

Great news across Charlotte for home buyers and sellers!  Record Closings this week and more homes have gone into Escrow, showing a significant positive movement towards the real estate recovery. Congratulations to all Savvy buyers and sellers on their home purchases and sales this week!  Happy moving! If you're a buyer, currently searching for homes for sale in the Charlotte area, don't miss our open houses this weekend.  Be sure to take good notes on each home you view so that you will remember particulars about that specific home.  If you're looking to sell your Charlotte home, Savvy's … Continue reading...

Charlotte Real Estate Recovery – Yes, New Jobs Affect Our Real Estate Market Too!

Charlotte Job Market Improving as New Jobs Come to the Concord Area

Celgard, a Polypore International company, is expanding to the Charlotte Metro area of Concord, NC. The new plant, which opened last month, builds lithium battery parts which are used to power electric and hybrid vehicles. These batteries are sold here and throughout the world as well. The new plant opened in Concord last month and has been hiring over 250 employees to fill over 1/4 of Celgard’s total number of employees across the state. The average salary is expected to be $38,000, just above the average Concord salary of $33K. The new facility, announced last September, is now complete … Continue reading...

The Maxwell House Group Real Estate Recovery News | August 5, 2011

The Maxwell House Group Real Estate Charlotte NC

The Maxwell House Group Real Estate Recovery News | August 5, 2011 What’s going on in Charlotte real estate this week?  A good combination of sun and rain...perfect for showings and being sure that the properties you're viewing don't have any roof or boot leaks or significant yard drainage issues! More Savvy buyers and sellers are moving this week: 188 homes Closed in the Charlotte city market this week and 271 more went into Escrow! Charlotte NC real estate is MOVING!  Congratulations to all of the Savvy buyers and sellers who Closed on their homes this week–good luck with your move! More … Continue reading...

Local Grocer, Harris Teeter, Shows Strong 3rd Quarter Increases

Charlotte grocery store produce shopping

Local Grocer, Harris Teeter, Shows Strong 3rd Quarter Increases The Harris Teeter grocery chain and thread company American & Efird, reported yesterday that despite the bad news in the stock market, Ruddick’s subsidiaries is showing significant increases in revenue.  Ruddick’s subsidiaries increased its third-quarter revenue, rising to $1.19 billion. The $32 million profit for the quarter is up 11 percent from 2010. The 204-store Harris Teeter chain revenue increased 8% as compared to the same quarter last year, to $1.1 billion.  Sales at stores open a year or more rose 4.4 … Continue reading...

Charlotte Restaurants | Uptown and Around

Charlotte Uptown and Around Restaurants

Looking for a great list of popular Uptown (and around) restaurants?  Here are some of the most popular Uptown and Around restaurants and bars.  I'm absolutely certain that we've left off some so, if you'd like to contribute a link here, I'm happy to add it to our list.  Enjoy these wonderful Charlotte restaurants and stay tuned as we add to them! Angry Ale’s Sports Bar: www.AngryAles.com Aquavina: www.aquavina.com Aria Tuscan Grill:  www.SonomaRestaurants.net Blue Restaurant and Bar: www.bluerestaurantandbar.com Bar Charlotte: www.BarCharlotte.com Brixx Pizza: … Continue reading...

The Maxwell House Group Real Estate Recovery News | July 29, 2011

What's going on in Charlotte real estate this week? More Savvy buyers and sellers are moving this week:  222 homes Closed (up from 170 last week) in the Charlotte city market this week and 303 more went into Escrow--(up from 284 last week)!  Charlotte NC real estate is MOVING!   Congratulations to all of the Savvy buyers and sellers who Closed on their homes this week--good luck with the move! More good news was announced regarding the real estate recovery and the fantastic values that Charlotte residents enjoy.  Aren't you glad you're here?! Visit our Charlotte Open Houses this … Continue reading...

Charlotte Real Estate Recovery: The Queen City is the Second-Best Value City In America!

Charlotte NC Real Estate Recovery - The Key to Realityville

Charlotte Real Estate Recovery:  The Queen City is the Second-Best Value City In America! Great news for Charlotte's Real Estate Recovery:  Kiplinger's Personal Finance magazine has named Charlotte as the second-best value city in America.  According to Kiplingers, "value" is defined as a low cost of living with a strong economy and personal amenities.   Charlotte ranks second only to Omaha, Nebraska! While banking brings more than 50,000 jobs to Charlotte, healthcare, manufacturing, and textiles are strong components of our job market.  The nation's top bank (measured in total deposits), … Continue reading...

FinZ Raw Bar in Matthews – A Must Try!

FinZ | Matthews Restaurant Review Located in Historic Matthews, just across the street from the Post Office, FinZ Raw Bar opened in December, 2010 and has a reputation of providing consistent high quality food and service.  This popular local neighborhood pub makes you feel as comfortable as having a party in your own home with all the added bonus of not only having great food and beverages but, no clean up after the party! FinZ offers unique foods you simply cannot find in many restaurants.  FinZ makes their own sauces, batters and dough, adding an irresistible touch to the menu. I … Continue reading...

Charlotte NC Ranked As A Top 20 Fastest Growing Cities In The Nation

Population Growth Charlotte NC Census

Charlotte NC Ranked As A Top 20 Fastest Growing Cities In The Nation The Queen City is among the top 20 US cities with relation to population growth in the last decade, according to a recent Rice University analysis of the 2000 and 2010 US Census. Charlotte Metro population increased by 427,590 during the last decade, ranking No. 14. Also in NC, Raleigh ranked No. 20 with a population increase of 333,419. The nation's cities with the highest population growth include New York, Los Angeles and Chicago. Houston, the nation's fourth-largest city, grew by 1.2 million people in the decade, more … Continue reading...