Charlotte Home Buyer Tips | Advice on Back-Up Offers

What Should You As a Charlotte Home Buyer Do With Regards to Back-Up Offers? Some days it stinks to be a buyer who has fallen in love with a home that others are also in love with! Many Charlotte real estate agents and their buyers have experienced the 'bad taste' of submitting a back-up Offer only to be 'used' to strengthen the seller's position with the primary buyer.  That really does burst a Charlotte home buyer's bubble, to say the least. I have actually had buyers who didn't want to submit the back-up but, were fully ready to submit an Offer should the original deal go south.  My … Continue reading...

Charlotte NC Real Estate Closed Sales Report 10/21/2012

Charlotte NC Real Estate Market Report Charlotte Metro Region SALES

Charlotte NC Real Estate Market Report 12-Month Rolling Closed Sales Despite the national reports, which are reflecting a slower recovery nationwide, Charlotte continues on the road to a strong recovery.  Closed ales are up 15% year-over-year as per the graphs below with 25,946 Closed sales in the Charlotte Metro region over the past 12 months. How are those sales broken down (single family homes [detached] vs. condo and townhome sales?  Single family Closings for the year totaled 22,669, up 14.4% over the same 2011 12-month period.  Condos/townhome sales were 3,227 - up 18.7% over the same … Continue reading...

Charlotte NC Real Estate News Week Ending 10/19/2012

Interest Rates over the past 30 years

What's happening in the Charlotte NC real estate market this week? Fall is in the air and Charlotte home sales are showing unusual fall numbers!  We heard from Bank of America's Brian Moynihan that the worst is over.  At The Maxwell House Group, we've been seeing this change all year!  The number of Charlotte real estate Closings are up; buyers are finding fabulous Charlotte homes for sale.  In turn, our sellers are thrilled to see the positive recovery in the Charlotte real estate market and are getting their homes SOLD! Buyers, interest rates are at historic lows and prices are ticking back … Continue reading...

Top 10 Neighborhoods in Charlotte NC in Real Estate Sales

Charlotte Housing Sales Prices Increasing for May, 2011

Top 10 Neighborhoods in Charlotte  NC in Real Estate Sales I am often asked the question, "Which neighborhoods are the top selling communities in the Charlotte area?"  Looking for a place to call home in Charlotte NC?  Check out these great subdivisions in Charlotte NC with the highest number of homes sold in the area over the past 90 days. Here is a list of the top 10 selling subdivisions in the last 3 months in Charlotte NC 1.  Highland Creek  (40) One of the largest master-planned communities in North Carolina with about 13,000 residing there, this amenity-filled community is divided by … Continue reading...

Charlotte Real Estate Market Report & Homes for Sale in Zip Code 28226

SOLD in Stonecroft Charlotte NC by Debe Maxwell with The Maxwell House Group

What's the Charlotte real estate market doing in zip code 28226? One of South Charlotte's most popular live/work areas including the SouthPark area to Highway 51.  Zip Code 28226 includes fabulous condos and townhomes in the SouthPark area as well as a multitude of single family home communities and popular Charlotte luxury home neighborhoods. Check out the most recent real estate market report for zip code 28226 and search Charlotte homes for sale in zip code 28226 below. Search all Charlotte homes for sale in Zip Code 28226 [idx-listings linkid="205169" count="50" … Continue reading...

11808 Moscato DR | Charlotte NC 28277 | RIVIERA

Riviera Condos for Sale in Ballantyne Charlotte NC [idx-listing mlsnumber="2071091" showall="true"] Visit all condos for sale in Riviera (Zip Code 28277) [idx-listings tract="Riviera" minprice="130000" maxprice="190000" minyear="2005" statuses="1" propertytypes="714" orderby="DateAdded" orderdir="DESC" count="20" showlargerphotos="true"]   … Continue reading...

Charlotte NC Real Estate Market News | Week-Ending 10/12/12

The Maxwell House Group Real Estate Charlotte NC

What's happening in the Charlotte NC real estate market this week? The in-town market is hopping and we're nearly mid-October!  Closings are up and buyers are finding fabulous Charlotte homes for sale.  Sellers are thrilled to see the positive recovery in the Charlotte real estate market! Buyers, interest rates are at historic lows and prices are ticking back up so, get those great deals while the gettin' is good!   Sellers, prepare that home to SELL and price it right--it WILL sell!  Remember the 3 major factors in selling your Charlotte home are... Location - There is nothing that you … Continue reading...

Charlotte Area Luxury Home Communities | Elizabeth Place

Homes for sale in Providence High School Zone

Elizabeth Place Neighborhood in Matthews | A Charlotte Area Luxury Home Community The Elizabeth Place community in Charlotte NC is a Pulte high-end community, completed in the mid-2000's, many full-brick, traditional or transitional homes. The community features open floorplans and gorgeous kitchens, oversized master suites including lovely luxury master bathrooms and in general, larger than average room sizes. Some plans (like the Kingsberry) feature soaring ceilings, hearth rooms and unbelievable storage. Elizabeth Place is in a fabulous location in Charlotte (Mecklenburg County, Matthews … Continue reading...

Union County’s Marvin Creek Community Offers Rural Charm

South Charlotte area homes for sale in Marvin Creek

Union County's Marvin Creek Community Offers Rural Charm If you’re searching for a rural setting, yet just on the outskirts of a world-class city, Marvin Creek is just for you. Marvin Creek is located in Union County (Waxhaw) and boasts rural charm and is also located just minutes from Charlotte. Featuring luxurious, private, single family estate and executive homes on large lots, built by Toll Brothers, Marvin Creek offers stately architectural style and lots of amenities. Marvin Creek homes for sale offer top-of-the line appointments and an amenity-filled community which includes 308 … Continue reading...

SNEAK PREVIEW! Fabulous Ranch Home for Sale in Charlotte NC – GREAT LOCATION!

Charlotte NC home for sale in Sherwood Forest - Cotwsold

You Won't Want to Miss This New Listing in Charlotte NC Spectacular renovated Sherwood Forest spacious ranch on gorgeous lot!  Check out the fabulous master suite addition with spa/exercise room and luxury bath, complete with high-end tile, quartz countertops and custom cabinetry as well as a fabulous walk-through shower.  All baths have been updated with high-end appointments.  Entertain in the enormous game/rec room overlooking the breathtaking backyard which includes multiple water features (Koi pond and running waterfalls) and 2 extra-large storage/utility buildings.  Updated lighting … Continue reading...