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COMING SOON IN OVERLOOK (Mountain Island Lake)

04/19/2019 by Debe Leave a Comment

COMING SOON IN OVERLOOK (Mountain Island Lake)

Live like you’re on vacation year-round! Exquisite custom built FULL BRICK home on large (0.59 acre) cul-de-sac lot with YEAR-ROUND WATER VIEWS! Open floor plan with main level IN-LAW SUITE.

Beautiful hardwoods throughout main level and stairs, lots of windows provide tons of natural light. Soaring ceiling in family room with gas log fireplace.

Gleaming hardwood on main level & stairs

Granite kitchen counter tops, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar, 2 pantries & sunny dine-in bay overlooking fabulous backyard.

Glorious sunlight fills every room and the backyard views are simply gorgeous.

Formals, Elegant owner’s retreat with tray ceiling and updated luxury bath. Spacious secondary bedrooms & oversized bonus/5th bedroom.

Master suite in Overlook home for sale — Incredibly spacious rooms in this lovely Overlook home for sale

Immaculate, lush landscaping, full-yard irrigation, private backyard and oversized, tiered deck with lake views. Access lake for kayaking & canoeing right from your own backyard.

Incredible privacy on this large, deep cul-de-sac lot

Year-round lake views and quick lake access for kayaking and canoeing.

This established, amenity-filled neighborhood offers lake living without the traffic to get home…or to work! Incredible amenities in desirable Overlook at your fingertips – boat slips, boat ramp, private dry storage and access to peaceful Mountain Island Lake, community pool, tennis & volleyball courts, two parks, walking trails & wonderful neighbors. Convenient to I-485, I-85 & I-77, Uptown, Birkdale Village & everything Charlotte. Welcome Home!

What is the Best Month to List Your Charlotte Home for Sale?

04/16/2019 by Debe Leave a Comment

What is the Best Month to List Your Charlotte Home for Sale?

The spring housing market is off to to a fast-paced start here in Charlotte! The inventory of homes for sale is slightly increasing, interest rates have remained low and even fallen just a tad and buyers are out in full-force, piquing the interest of buyers and sellers alike.

Recent research from realtor.com shows that the first week of April is the best time to list your house for sale. This year’s crazy-cold weather throughout the winter and into the spring, may have pushed this ‘norm’ out about at least 2-3 weeks. According to the article linked above, listing your home in the first week of April will garner your home 14 times more property views, 5% less competition from other home sellers and can result in your home being sold 6 days faster!

Below is a graph indicating the average score for each month of the year.

Best Month to Sell a Home in Charlotte NC
*Graphics provided by KCM

Of course, it comes as no surprise that March, April and May are the top months to sell. The second quarter of the year (April, May, June) is referred to as the Spring Buyers Season, when competition is fierce to find a dream home, often leading to bidding wars.

If you’re thinking of selling your home this year, the time to list is NOW! According to the National Association of Realtors, 41% of homes sold last month were on the market for less than 30 days! If you list now, you’ll have a really good chance to sell in April or May, setting yourself up for the most exposure!

Bottom Line

April and May are two of the best months to list your Charlotte home. Let’s get together to discuss the market conditions in our area to get you the most exposure to the buyers ready and willing to make a move! Call or text (704) 491-3310 or email me at SavvyBroker@me.com.

Low Inventory Continues in Charlotte but, Easing Q2 2019

04/12/2019 by Debe Leave a Comment

Low Inventory Continues in Charlotte but, Easing Q2 2019

In March, 2010, Charlotte marked historically high inventory levels (13.9 month supply) and as the recession eased, inventory levels fell into a strong sellers’ market. Since 2015, Charlotte housing inventory has been less than a 3-month supply. In August, 2018, we were at an all-time low with a 2-month supply and in some parts of Charlotte, even lower than that.

This painfully low inventory level has been driving up competition (and prices) for real estate in markets all across the country as well. But it looks like 2019 is going to see that (finally!) begin to shift. While gains are expected to be modest, housing inventory is at least going to be heading in the right direction in the upcoming year.

According to Realtor.com’s 2019 Housing Forecast, national inventory increases are projected to hover right under 7% for 2019 (which is in stark contrast to last winter when inventory hit the lowest level in recorded history). Some types of properties will see more growth than others—while entry-level buyers will see only modest changes in inventory, higher-priced properties (and higher-priced markets) should see a more notable change in available inventory during 2019.

**Charlotte Inventory MARCH 2019, up 30.8% year-over-year**

The Bottom Line

If you’ve been thinking about buying a home in Charlotte but haven’t been able to find one in this highly competitive market, it looks like things are finally starting to shift in your favor—and (hopefully!) finding a home this spring, 2019 is about to get a lot easier.

If you’re thinking about buying a home in Charlotte this spring, make sure you work with a qualified real estate professional. There’s a reason 9 out of 10 buyers partner with an agent or broker to find and purchase their dream home and I’d love to help you find yours.

Call or text (704) 491-3310 – let’s talk!

Hiring the RIGHT Charlotte Realtor® is critical to your home buying success!

*References from any of our sellers are available upon request. Read our reviews www.CharlotteRealEstateAgentReviews.com.

Charlotte Shredding Event – SAT 4/13 from 9AM to 11AM

04/12/2019 by Debe Leave a Comment

Charlotte Shredding Event

SATURDAY April 13 – 9AM – 11AM

2701 Coltsgate RD, Charlotte, NC 28211 (SOUTHPARK)

This is the time of year for decluttering and quite often, a big part of that decluttering is ridding your office, closets, attic and/or basement of excess paper. Many of us have already gotten the spring cleaning bug and if you have, you’ve probably already stacked papers somewhere ready to be shredded! So, let us facilitate that for you…

Bring your boxes to 2701 Coltsgate RD (across from SouthPark Mall), rid yourself of your paper clutter and join us for coffee & donuts too!

WHAT CAN YOU BRING?

Paper
File Folders
Hanging Files
Notepads
Envelopes

See you there!

*This client appreciation event is also open to the public and is sponsored by Doyle & Wallace, PLLC & The Maxwell House Group of RE/MAX Executive.

Top Home Buying Myths – And the Truth

04/11/2019 by Debe Leave a Comment

Top Home Buying Myths – And the Truth

Buying a home can seem like a huge undertaking. You don’t need to be a first time home buyer to find the process overwhelming. There is so much information available, how can you tell what’s true and what’s a myth? Understanding the difference can help you make the best decision for you and your family goals.

Top Home Buying Myths – And the Truth

The First Step is finding the Right House – Before you head out shopping, speak with a lender to understand your financial options and how much house you can afford.
You Can’t Buy a Home Without Perfect Credit – The truth is there are many loans available which still offer good interest rates for those without that perfect score.
You Need 20% Down Payment – First time home buyers can use FHA financing for as low as 3.5% down. There are other programs too, such as VA and some conventional loans with less than 20% down also.
You Don’t Need an Agent – An agent not only knows the market and can help you with value, but also customary charges, negotiations and solutions to common hiccups.
Schools Don’t Matter if you don’t have Kids – The neighborhood school is always important to home values, regardless of whether you yourself have children.
New Homes Don’t Need a Home Inspection – Every home should have a home inspection by a licensed inspector to check for existing or potential problems.

Buying a home is one of the most important financial decisions you’re likely to make in your lifetime. Take the time you need to understand the process and learn from the professionals; don’t assume that everything you read is true.

Call or text (704) 491-3310 – let’s talk!

Hiring the RIGHT Charlotte Realtor® is critical to your home buying success!

*References from any of our sellers are available upon request. Read our reviews www.CharlotteRealEstateAgentReviews.com.

Elizabeth Market Report – APRIL 2019

04/07/2019 by Debe Leave a Comment

About Elizabeth Charlotte NC

The Elizabeth neighborhood was home to department store magnate William Henry Belk, and the city’s first neighborhood movie theater, The Visulite, a popular night spot in Elizabeth which continues to feature live music nightly. New shops, up-scale restaurants and revitalization along Elizabeth Avenue has created a trendy Charlotte NC hot spot which attracts many visitors to the Elizabeth community.

Popular Charlotte Historic Elizabeth — Discover Elizabeth – Charlotte NC

Favorite local spots in Elizabeth Charlotte NC – All are just a stone’s throw away from homes in Elizabeth including:

Elizabeth at a Glance

If you’re shopping for homes for sale near Uptown Charlotte NC, the Elizabeth community offers both proximity to the city (Uptown is within walking distance in most areas of Elizabeth) and historic homes with a flare of hip! Historic Elizabeth is home to two of Charlotte’s major hospitals, North Carolina’s largest community college (Central Piedmont Community College) and the city’s oldest park, Independence Park. Homes for sale in Elizabeth Charlotte NC range from brick mansions to quaint bungalows and even new townhomes and condominiums are available in Elizabeth.