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Charlotte Home Prices Rise 6.2% from a Year Ago (Charlotte Metro Region)

Charlotte Home Prices Rise 6.2% from a Year Ago (Charlotte Metro Region) The Charlotte (city) numbers are actually considerably better. The question is, how long can Charlotte home prices continue to rise at this pace? Not forever, of course but, our estimation is that rising prices will curtail towards the end of the year, leading into increased mortgage interest rates in early 2014. We simply cannot continue at this pace but, sellers are finally enjoying modest rising home prices, especially in the inner city areas. There are 3 factors that substantiate that our Charlotte real estate … Continue reading...

No, I Am NOT the Listing Agent…

Charlotte Home Buyer Tips - Hire Your OWN Agent

...and, You REALLY Don’t Want Me To Be! Charlotte Home Buyers, BEWARE! In most states, dual agency is illegal. Unfortunately, as I’ve written before, NC is not one of those states. The agents with whom I have discussed the topic, all agree that they do not practice dual agency. None of us think it will be long before North Carolina follows suit and bans the practice in our state as well. Now, we are even more hopeful than ever that this ban takes place sooner rather than later. For now though, I would like to explain how real estate agency works in our state. Most real estate agents have … Continue reading...

Confusing Terms of the Trade When Purchasing Charlotte Real Estate

Confusing Terms of the Trade When Purchasing Charlotte Real Estate When looking to buy Charlotte real estate, it’s not uncommon to find a bit of confusing terminology both online and when your lender or agent are explaining the process. From a multitude of numbers to marketing jargon, property listings can provide you with an overwhelming amount of information — and it’s hard to know what’s important. So, brush up on the terms below to help you understand part of the home buying jargon. List-to-Sales Price Ratio This is an important number to pay attention to when choosing a REALTOR®. The … Continue reading...

Key Points to Consider While Buying a Charlotte Home

Key Points to Consider While Buying a Charlotte Home Buying Charlotte real estate can be a bit of an overwhelming experience. With so many pieces to the home-buying puzzle to put together, it can become a daunting task, to which I tell my clients that’s why we are here to assist them! Here is a quick-checklist that you must refer to in order to alleviate the frustration and confusion associated with buying a home in Charlotte: First, make sure that the home that you are buying includes all the features you are looking for in your dream home. Lack of even a single feature can cause … Continue reading...

MetLife Roars Into The Queen City! Charlotte NC Relocation

MetLife Roars Into The Queen City! Charlotte NC Relocation Welcome MetLife employees to the Charlotte Metro region! As announced over a month ago, MetLife is bringing 2,600 jobs to NC and approximately 1,300 of those jobs will be in the Charlotte area. The Maxwell House Group is thoroughly enjoying working with the new MetLife employees and top level executives relocating to the Charlotte area! Although our MetLife relocation clients are not planning to begin their jobs until October, many of them are shopping for homes in the Ballantyne area in order to find their new homes prior to the … Continue reading...

View Charlotte’s Hot New Listings BEFORE the Competition Does!

Beat the competition finding Charlotte homes for sale

View Charlotte's Hot New Listings BEFORE the Competition Does! This hot seller's market is leaving buyers searching frantically for a new home in Charlotte! What a difference a few months makes! We're seeing buyers struggling to find that perfect home in their favorite community because as soon as a 'good one' hits the market, it's GONE! This is a wonderful change for Charlotte home sellers but, buyers who are searching on their own, are becoming more and more frustrated with the process. How do you, as a buyer, remedy this? We've done that for you! Our sister site, … Continue reading...

Key Points to Consider When Buying a Charlotte Home

Checklist for homeowners when selling a Charlotte home for sale

Key Points to Consider When Buying a Charlotte Home Buying Charlotte real estate can be a frustrating and a bit overwhelming experience. With so many pieces to the home-buying puzzle to put together, it can become a daunting task, to which I tell my clients that we are here to assist them. Here is a quick-checklist that you can refer to in order to alleviate a few key points that can cause frustration and confusion associated with buying a home in Charlotte: First, make sure that the home that you are buying includes all the features you are looking for in your dream home. Lack of even a … Continue reading...

Charlotte NC Real Estate Mortgage News | Where are Mortgage Rates Heading in 2013?

Charlotte NC Real Estate Mortgage News | Where are Mortgage Rates Heading in 2013? Of course, no one has a crystal ball to tell you if now is a good time to buy a home or not but, there are certain predicating factors that you can almost always bank on for future forecasting. In early 2008, we never anticipated that rates would fall as low as they have--they've been at historic lows for well over a year now. Even if rates do increase, as much as a full percentage point or two, home buyers will still enjoy better rates than in MOST years past. In the height of the real estate market (2007), … Continue reading...

Dilworth Charlotte NC Real Estate Market Report | March 9, 2013

Discover Dilworth Charlotte and you won't ever look back! So, how's the Dilworth Charlotte NC real estate market report looking this month? Dilworth is moving towards a strong sellers market--inventory is nearly at that 6-month level that demonstrates a seller's market. Homes in this popular community seem to be more in demand than ever before! We've always had a strong popularity because of the inviting shops and restaurants and incredible walk-ability but, now, more than ever, buyers are flocking to the area. Inventory continues to shrink and if your Dilworth Charlotte home is in great … Continue reading...

How is the Charlotte Real Estate Market in 2013?

Changes in the Charlotte Real Estate Market

How is the Charlotte Real Estate Market in 2013? "How Does the Charlotte Real Estate Market Effect ME?" How long have we been hearing that the Charlotte real estate market is either stagnant or in decline? Well, many economic experts are “predicting” that things “might” be looking up this year and we “may” see an increase in both home prices and sales. Well Charlotte home sellers and buyers, it’s already happening! Both buyers and sellers are being affected by these increases and will continue to do so in the months to come. It is essential that both Charlotte home sellers and buyers are … Continue reading...