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Uptown Condos for Sale | 230 SOUTH TRYON

Uptown Charlotte Luxury Condo Complex 230 South Tryon

Uptown Charlotte Luxury Condominiums | 230 South Tryon 230 South Tryon is one of Charlotte's most desirable high rise complexes in Uptown! Built in the late 70's as commercial office space, the 13-story building was converted to 120 condominiums in 2006 and completely gutted and refurbished. These Charlotte Uptown condos range in square footage from 550 to the 4,000 SF penthouses. This complex has all of the high-end appointments that you're in search of including granite, stainless, hardwood floors and large balconies with fabulous views, perfect for entertaining. Concrete walls/floors … Continue reading...

Charlotte Home Sellers – Are You Being Asked to Pay for Your Home’s Marketing?

Selling Charlotte luxury homes in record time and for top dollar!

What Is the Agent That You're Thinking of Hiring Telling You When They Ask YOU to Pay for Marketing & Advertising? A friend of mine has a neighbor who is thinking of selling her Charlotte home, despite my wonderful friend's 'pitch' for them to hire me! Some homes sell themselves but, most don't. However, most sellers think that their house is 'the best' and is one of those that will sell themselves. That's rarely the case--especially now during the internet boom where Charlotte real estate agents need to be sure that every home that they list are marketed as thoroughly online as … Continue reading...

Lifestyles Across the US – Relocation Tip #1

Relocating and Don't Know Where to Begin? Here's the best tip to get you started! Oftentimes we hear horror stories of clients who are seeking advice about our areas who have been 'assigned' an agent by their employer's relocation company. Those relocation companies take a hefty 'referral' fee from the agents who assist relocation clients, therefore most established, experienced agents refuse to work with these relocation companies. However, newer agents will work with them, as we all did, to build our clientele. Some are good, some have little or no experience. I recently had such a … Continue reading...

Modern Homes Charlotte NC | It’s Hip to Be Square!

Retro is IN! Out with the curves and in with straight edges... ...Contemporary design, circa 1960's is IN! During the late 1960's, contemporary plans were all the rave. The styling is a combination of several vastly different styles, pulled into one: Front-load garages for cost effectiveness Shallow pitched roofs with sharp edged architectural design Simple, clean lines that are cost effective to build but, are nonetheless attractive Large, full-wall windows that follow the roof gables, bringing the outdoors inside A mixture of materials on the exterior (brick, stone, … Continue reading...

Buying a New Charlotte Home: The Olympics of Smart Investing

Buying a New Charlotte Home: The Olympics of Smart Investing Now that the 2012 Summer Olympics in London are behind us, you may be thinking about qualifying for your own special event: buying a new Charlotte home! Whether you are searching for an Uptown condo (a brilliant flat in English parlance) or a luxury home in the suburbs, clearing all the hurdles to win at homeownership may not be as competitive as the Olympics, but it does require a little training. Step One: Select Your Event The ancient Greeks, originators of the Olympics, coined the aphorism, “Know Thyself,” which translates into … Continue reading...

Charlotte Mecklenburg School (CMS) Calendar 2012-2013

School holidays for Charlotte Meck Schools

Charlotte Mecklenburg School (CMS) Calendar 2012-2013 When does school start in Charlotte for the 2012-2013 school year? When are CMS students our for the winter holiday? Here is the CMS school calendar for 2012-2013 with all holidays listed. Have a great school year! August: August 27th BACK TO SCHOOL   September: September 3rd NO SCHOOL Labor Day October: October 29th NO SCHOOL Teacher Workday November: November 6th NO SCHOOL Teacher Workday November 12th NO SCHOOL Veterans Day November 21st–23rd … Continue reading...

Discover Luxury Home Communities in Charlotte | EASTOVER

Eastover, located just southeast of Charlotte’s Uptown, formerly two dairy farms, (also formerly Myers Park Eastover), was developed by E. C. Griffith in 1927. In the Eastover Charlotte NC community, history abounds! This wonderful community is one of the most desired areas in Charlotte NC; the treescape in Eastover is simply breathtaking, especially in the spring when the pear trees that fill the community are in full bloom and in late summer when the crepe myrtles are full of colorful blooms. From the days of Earle Sumner Draper, the Southeastern US ‘premier’ urban planner to … Continue reading...

Savvy Lifestyle in Dilworth – You Won’t Want to Miss This One!

Charlotte NC Popular Neighborhood, Dilworth

1815 Dilworth Road East Charlotte NC - A Lifestyle to Remember This fabulous home in the heart of Dilworth is just one that you won't want to miss. It's not just about the lovely home though--it's about the Dilworth lifestyle! Take a walk and find yourself in the middle of some of Charlotte's most popular restaurants, including 131 Main. Or, ride your bike down to one of our favorite stores, Paper Skyscraper to pick up a quick gift or a kitchen item needed for your upcoming dinner event. There's just nothing like that walk or bike ride along the tree-lined streets of Dilworth. Situated … Continue reading...

Discover Historic Charlotte Luxury Neighborhoods | MYERS PARK

Charlotte NC Luxury Home Communities MYERS PARK

Looking for the Perfect Charlotte Luxury Neighborhood? Discover Myers Park ABOUT HISTORIC MYERS PARK Myers Park, an established Charlotte luxury neighborhood, was masterfully planned from a sprawling 1,220-acre farm owned by John Spring Myers. The neighborhood now covers over 2,200 acres with a population of over 10,000 and is considered one of the most popular, well-designed development in the Southeast. The Myers Park neighborhood is bordered on the north by Queens Road, Providence Road to the east, Sharon Road to the south, and to the west are Colony, East Woodlawn and South … Continue reading...

The Maxwell House Group is SELLING Charlotte Luxury Homes! UNDER CONTRACT in ONE DAY!

Another Charlotte Luxury Home Sold by The Maxwell House Group!

Charlotte Luxury Homes for Sale - Under Contract in Only ONE DAY! How's the Charlotte Luxury Real Estate Market Doing? Let me tell you...I can't keep up with the postings of the homes that are selling--and they are selling like hot cakes! Luxury homes for sale in Charlotte are SELLING! This one, in particular, was on the market for only ONE DAY before we had multiple Offers! This meticulously maintained home offered a master suite down and a prime location within popular Providence Downs. If you have a home in Providence Downs that you would like to sell, give us a call! We'd love to not … Continue reading...