Charlotte NC Real Estate Market Report | Week Ending 4/7/2012

How is the Charlotte NC real estate market doing?

What's the Charlotte NC real estate market doing this week? Now that the NCAA tournament is over, it's time for the spring real estate market!  With Easter and Passover upon us, anyone for a little Charlotte house hunting this weekend?   As the Charlotte real estate market continues the recovery process, we're seeing more and more homes moving.  Low-end to high-end and everything in between is selling!  We had a $1M property listed for 12 days, had 9 showings and could have sold that home 5 times!  We had a delightful bungalow that went on the market and sold the minute we put the sign in the … Continue reading...

Charlotte Homeowner Tips | Do’s and Don’ts for Your Charlotte Landscaping

April Lawn and Garden Do’s and Don’ts for Your Charlotte Home Spring is here!  April begins gardening season, the time we get antsy to start working the soil, thinking about fertilizing the lawn and planting flowers in our Charlotte homes.  Remember, that first impression is a lasting one! Whether you’re preparing your Charlotte home to put it on the market or just doing general maintenance and upkeep, here is a good to-do list: Annuals and Containers: Deadhead flowers to promote more blooms. Clean and sanitize summer containers, and plan your design for the summer. Plant summer annuals … Continue reading...

What Are The Sellers Saying About Moss Creek?

What are our Moss Creek sellers saying about the lifestyle in Moss Creek?

Moss Creek Homeowner Speaks Out About This Planned Development in Concord NC You've heard the old saying, "If only the walls could talk, boy what a story they'd tell!"  I love hearing testimonials from my sellers and the stories that they have to tell about their home.  These stories can be helpful to buyers looking to purchase a home in the area.  What's living in Moss Creek like?  What did you love about your Moss Creek townhome?  What's special about this one? Our  Moss Creek  sellers have watched this townhome be built from the lot selection to the finishing touches.  They've got a great … Continue reading...

Charlotte NC Real Estate Market Snapshot | Dilworth | 4/4/2012

Bungalows in Charlotte North Carolina's Dilworth Community

Charlotte Real Estate Market Update  Week of 4/4/2012  Looking for an inner-city community with 'neighborhood' features?  Dilworth may just be the perfect spot for you!  Historic bungalows line the tree-lined streets and sidewalks and wrap-around porches remind you of days of old. Don't miss this neighborhood in your tour of homes in the Charlotte area! Community Update:   DILWORTH Average List Price $569,571 Average Days on the Market 104 Number of Homes on the Market          . 30 Average Square Feet 2,570 Market Absorption Rate 4.74 Months Search Homes for sale in … Continue reading...

Residential Real Estate Is Ready to Recover – TheStreet

Via Scoop.it - Charlotte Real Estate The US housing market is about to launch a broad and sustainable multiyear recovery.   The housing market's shadow inventory of unsold homes is starting to clear, certain areas of the country are experiencing signs of more robust activity, and, despite low levels of new-home production (based on historical data), homebuilders are even regaining pricing power in several geographic regions.   Stated simply, the U.S. residential real estate market is about to launch a broad and sustainable multiyear recovery. And, from my perch, the share price … Continue reading...

Investors Are Looking to Buy Homes by the Thousands

Via Scoop.it - Real Estate Across America With home prices down more than a third from their peak and the market swamped with foreclosures, large investors are salivating at the opportunity to buy perhaps thousands of homes at deep discounts and fill them with tenants.   Nobody has ever tried this on such a large scale, and critics worry these new investors could face big challenges managing large portfolios of dispersed rental houses. Typically, landlords tend to be individuals or small firms that own just a handful of homes.   But the new investors believe the rental income can … Continue reading...

Charlotte NC Real Estate Market Report | Stonecroft | April, 2012

Stonecroft Luxury Homes in Charlotte NC

Charlotte Luxury Home Real Estate Market Report for STONECROFT Stonecroft, Charlotte NC : One of South Charlotte's premier luxury communities If you're searching for luxury in a custom close-in location, you simply must check out Stonecroft when you're touring Charlotte.  We love showing and selling homes in this lovely community.  From the stately but, varied architecture to the amazing gourmet kitchens and great lots that this community offers, you'll sure to find the home of your dreams in this community. Charlotte Luxury Homes for Sale in Popular Stonecroft Community - If you're looking … Continue reading...

Robbins Park Cornelius NC – A Luxury Lake Norman Community

Lake Norman Communities - Robbins Park

Charlotte NC Area Gated Communities | Robbins Park at Lake Norman In the heart of Cornelius and just across the street from Lake Norman, you’ll find the popular, new community, Robbins Park.  A gorgeous community located just a stones throw from Lake Norman, offering miles of walking trails and one of the most serene, sanctuary-type settings in the Charlotte Metro area.  The stunning homes in Robbins Park are built by luxury home builder, Classica Custom Homes and will feature smaller square foot luxury designs in the 3,000 to 3,600+ square foot range on 0.2 to 0.5 acre lots. This unique … Continue reading...

A Sign of the Times: Big Hiring is Back at US Colleges

Via Scoop.it - Charlotte North CarolinaHiring is back in a big way on many college campuses, one of several signs a recovery in the U.S. jobs market is gaining traction.   Sean Chua expected the hunt for his first job after college to be tough. After all, he watched his brother struggle to find a position when he graduated back in 2008. But his fears were unwarranted. The 21-year-old justice major at American University sent out only seven resumes before getting an offer earlier this month from IBM [IBM 208.65 0.38 (+0.18%) ] for an IT consulting job, making him a beneficiary of a … Continue reading...

Charlotte Real Estate Market Report 2012 Q1 | DILWORTH

Dilworth, One of Charlotte's Original Streetcar Communities

Dilworth Real Estate Market Absorption Trend | MAR 2012 What's not to love about Dilworth?  The quaint streets filled with 100-year old trees and fabulous craftsman-style bungalows are sure to lure you to this popular community in urban Charlotte NC.  Then there's those famous shops and restaurants that residents of Dilworth can easily walk or bike to.  There are neighborly neighbors and those luxurious wrap-around front porches that just call your name as you drive down the streets of this popular Charlotte neighborhood. What's the real estate market doing in Dilworth?  Well, it's definitely … Continue reading...