Rehab Your Charlotte Real Estate for a June Sale

Charlotte NC luxury homes

Rehab Your Charlotte Real Estate for a June Sale Almost every home could use some remodeling here and there.  If your home could use a little ‘fixing up,’ here are a few remodeling projects that give a good return on investment – either in selling price or in the speed of the sale of your Charlotte real estate. Flooring - If your Charlotte real estate has hardwood floors, it’ll be worth the investment to get the floors refinished. If she only has carpet or tile, make sure it’s in great shape. If not, replace the flooring with new carpeting or tile in a neutral color.  Buyers don’t want to … Continue reading...

Charlotte Luxury Homes – What IS Luxury?

Charlotte NC luxury homes with luxurious baths

Charlotte Luxury Homes - What IS Luxury? Luxury in a home is something that we understand to be craftsmanship, the essential key to luxury.  Craftsmanship converts the idea into a product in the third dimension. Luxury is lifestyle, lending to an experience in life,  adding to the joy of your day the perfect experience, design or ambience.   Luxury is exactly what the customer/client/homeowner wants, as they are the only ones to whom it matters. If you love window shopping for luxury homes online, we have a wide selection from $500,000 to homes in the millions of dollars with luxury … Continue reading...

New Housing Statistics Show Charlotte as Number 1 in the Country

Charlotte Housing Sales Prices Increasing for May, 2011

New Housing Statistics Show Charlotte as Number 1 in the Country CHARLOTTE, NC: The National Association of REALTORS declared Charlotte the number one city in the nation for growth in home prices from the beginning of last year to the beginning of this year. Prices have surged more in the Charlotte area than anywhere else in the US. The median home price in the 7-county Charlotte metropolitan area, including Charlotte, Gastonia and Concord, was $195,000 for the first quarter of 2011.  This statistic is up more than 12 percent from the first quarter of 2010. Charlotte didn't feel quite the … Continue reading...

Charlotte NC Neighborhoods | Ardrey (South Charlotte)

South Charlotte Neighborhoods Ardrey

  Charlotte NC Neighborhoods | ARDREY (South Charlotte) If you’re looking for southern charm, Charleston-style, you’ll have to visit the Ardrey community in South Charlotte.  These homes are just filled with character, charm and simply ooze southern tradition! Named "Community of the Year" by the North Carolina Homebuilders Association, Ardrey has also been recognized for its  “Best Landscape Design.”  Burning Tree, Ardrey Commons, Antiquity (Cornelius) & Cureton are among several Charlotte new home communities built by the award-winning Cunane Group, one of Charlotte’s premier new … Continue reading...

Charlotte NC Jobless Rate on the Decline, May 2011

Charlotte NC Job Market 2011

Charlotte NC Jobless Rate on the Decline, May 2011 As discussed in previous articles regarding Charlotte's position as the nation's second largest financial hub, the city has begun the move to grow well beyond being known only as a financial hub.  With the financial sector cutting jobs,  our largest single employer remains Carolinas Healthcare Systems, parent company to several local hospitals as well as many physician practices in the Charlotte Metro area and beyond. Charlotte is growing in professional and business services, hospitality and trade, transportation and utilities, including … Continue reading...

2011 Annual Speed Street Festival | Now Through Saturday, May 28

Food Lion Speed Week

2011 Annual Speed Street Festival | Now Through Saturday, May 28 The 2011 Annual Speed Street Festival takes place on May 26-28, 2011. Food Lion Speed Street will be transforming the Uptown Charlotte streets into a masterful showcase of motor sports, two stages of ongoing entertainment, appearances by top Sprint Cup Drivers, exhibits and festivities for all ages, including an amazing assembly of NASCAR show cars and simulators. On Friday, May 27th, the bands will include country music star Josh Turner and the multi-platinum group Everclear. Performances begin at 9:30 p.m. on the Coca-Cola and … Continue reading...

Find Your Charlotte Neighborhood | Historic Chantilly

Homes for Sale in Chantilly Charlotte NC

Search Charlotte Neighborhoods | CHANTILLY Tucked quietly between Elizabeth and Plaza Midwood, Chantilly is one of Charlotte's favorite historic districts. Located in the shadows of Uptown Charlotte North Carolina real estate, is the Chantilly community.  Chantilly features beautiful tree-lined streets with charming bungalows and a warm, neighborhood feel.  Comparable to Elizabeth and Dilworth, Chantilly's historic development boasts affordable cottage-style residences surrounded by expansive, stately homes. Central Avenue and The Plaza are Chantilly's main arteries.  Central Avenue has … Continue reading...

Charlotte NC Home Buying Process: The Consultation

Meet with a Charlotte real estate agent FIRST

Charlotte NC Home Buying Process:  The Consultation CHARLOTTE NC:  What should you expect when buying a home in Charlotte NC?   As a first-time or seasoned home buyer, you should expect unsurpassed customer service and superior knowledge of the area.  You should expect to have this be the easiest home-buying processes you've ever experienced if you've purchased a home before.  We are here to take the ‘worry’ out of the process for you as we will take care of the details for YOU.  When you work with The Maxwell House Group agents, the home buying process will be broken into four simple … Continue reading...

Buyer Tips: Locate the Neighborhood BEFORE You Look for a New Home

Charlotte Home Buyers

Buyer Tips:  Locate the Neighborhood BEFORE You Look for a New Home Charlotte has a multitude of areas, subareas, communities, subdivisions and neighborhoods and if you're new to the area, you really do need a knowledgeable agent to guide you through the process of elimination as far as neighborhoods are concerned. There are a few good sites that I recommend to my clients to learn more about the different areas/neighborhoods in Charlotte.  First, you'll want to consult your agent and let him/her know, specifically, what you're looking for.   Ask your agent if he/she is a Charlotte Certified … Continue reading...