Got Cash? 32% of Charlotte Home Buyers Do!

How are Charlotte home buyers paying for their home purchase?

How are you planning to purchase Charlotte NC real estate? Cash Buyers have been dominating the Charlotte NC real estate market for the past two years.  Wise investors (just as Warren Buffett advised doing) have been increasing their inventory by leaps and bounds and smart individual home buyers are doing the same.  Not just with cash but, with the use of conventional, FHA, VA loans and 203K loans. During the past 90 days, cash buyers accounted for 32% of the home buyers in Charlotte NC.  Of the 5,506 cash buyers over the past 90 days, 76 of them have purchased properties over $1,000,000.  … Continue reading...

Discover Uptown Charlotte | 400 N Church Street

400 N Church Condos for Sale in Uptown Charlotte

400 North Church Condos for Sale | Uptown Charlotte NC Charlotte Uptown condos for sale at 400 North Church are known as some of the premier condominiums as the project truly began the trend towards upscale condo living in Charlotte's Fourth Ward. 400 North Church was built in 1996-1997 and is located at the corner of North Church and West 7th Streets, a perfectly charming and high energy location which historically only featured gorgeous Victorian homes.  Now, the entire area surrounding the mid-rise at 400 North Church boasts new development as well. Residents of 400 North Church enjoy … Continue reading...

Charlotte Uptown Condo Real Estate Report May 2012

Charlotte, America's Best Relocation City

Charlotte Uptown Condo Real Estate Report With the DNC coming our way in September, Charlotte's Uptown condos have seen major activity, not only in rentals but, in resales as well.  The market is showing fewer days on the market for Uptown condo owners and prices, which hit their low at the beginning of the month, are showing gains these past two weeks. If you're thinking of buying an Uptown Condo, now is a great time to do so.  Interest rates are at all-time lows and the supply is dwindling! Searching for Uptown Condos and Townhomes for Sale?  NOW is the time to buy!  Contact your … Continue reading...

Charlotte Relocation Info | “What’s the Weather Like in Charlotte?”

Charlotte's Four Seasons - Enjoy the Great Outdoors in Charlotte NC

Charlotte's Four Seasons Bring Residents Outdoors for Much of the Year One of the most frequently asked questions that we get from those relocating to the Charlotte area is, “What’s the weather like in Charlotte?” I always respond with a smile, that we’re certainly blessed in the Charlotte Metro region, with great weather--four seasons, all relatively mild.  Just as our location offers Charlotteans both the benefit of easy access to the mountains and the beaches, we enjoy fabulous weather. Many companies who select Charlotte as their new headquarters or are moving offices to a new area do so … Continue reading...

Charlotte Real Estate News | Week Ending 5/12/2012

Charlotte NC Real Estate Market Stats

Savvy eNews for Charlotte NC Real Estate | May 12, 2012 And, we're OFF!  What a wonderful spring market we're having in Charlotte North Carolina!  From Uptown to the lakes to Waxhaw, we're seeing great movement in our real estate market.  Here are April's stats showing our inventory, active listings and those under Contract in the Charlotte Metro region for both single family homes (SFH) and condos & townhomes in the entire region. If you're thinking of buying, now is the time!  Great interest rates and motivated sellers make for a great time to get into that new home that you've been … Continue reading...

How to Get the Best from Your Charlotte Real Estate Agent

Is Your Real Estate Agent Earning an A+

Charlotte Home Buyer Tips | Hiring a Real Estate Professional Okay, so you’ve decided it’s time to buy a new home, and you’re ready to hire a Charlotte real estate agent to help get you through the process.  Let me first say, wise decision!   Your goal is to find the Charlotte real estate agent  that is focused on providing the absolute best service for you. Here are 7 things that you, as a consumer, can do to help your Charlotte real estate agent do the best job for you: Express your expectations:  Exactly what do you want your real estate agent to do for you? Do you want him or her to … Continue reading...

DON’T MISS THIS Fabulous Uptown Charlotte Condo for Sale

New condo for sale in Uptown Charlotte NC | The Fourth Ward Square Sophisticated urban lifestyle in this 2BR/2BA condo in the heart of historic Fourth Ward. High-end upgrades including lighting, granite, stainless, vessel sinks, gleaming hardwoods, custom closets, surround sound and more! LOW HOA dues and fantastic amenities in this contemporary condo in The Fourth Ward Square. Experience the charm of 4th Ward and everything Uptown; walk to restaurants, entertainment and sporting events. Take a tour of this new listing; we'd love to give you the tour of this one-of-a-kind condo for sale in … Continue reading...

Charlotte NC Home Buyer Tips | 7 Tips to Assure a Smooth Closing

Charlotte Home Buyer Tips - The Closing--Bringing it altogether

Seven Tips for a Painless Closing on Your Charlotte Real Estate With many of our buyers in Escrow now, we thought it time to give some timely tips that will help facilitate a smooth Closing.  The real estate Closing is the final step in completing your Charlotte real estate transaction.  The Closing date is set during the negotiation phase and is usually several weeks after the Offer is formally accepted.  During the Closing, the buyer and seller complete the purchase Contract and ownership of the property is transferred to the buyer following recordation of the Deed. Before the Closing can … Continue reading...

Charlotte Home Buyer Tips | Don’t Miss the Walk-Through

Tips for preparing - Charlotte NC home buyers

Charlotte Home Buyer Tips | Walk-Through Tips Whatever you do, you do not want to skip the walk-through!   Always attend the walk-through with your Realtor® if at all possible.  This should be done after the sellers have moved out and the home has been thoroughly cleaned.  Be sure to check for any appliance manuals, garage door openers, neighborhood information or informative notebooks left.  A detail-oriented homeowner will leave these things for you so that you will be able to have everything at your fingertips when you move in. Details to observe in your walk-through should always … Continue reading...

Discover Charlotte | Uptown Condos for Sale in Fourth Ward | The Fourth Ward Square

The Fourth Ward Square | Charlotte NC Uptown Condos | Fourth Ward Hot address, cool contemporary appointments and amazing community amenities can be found in The Fourth Ward Square. Enjoy luxury and sophistication in these fully renovated condos in the perfect Uptown Charlotte setting, right in the heart of Fourth Ward.  Features abound in these high-tech, sophisticated condos. Take an easy walk across the street to Fourth Ward Park and savor everything that Charlotte’s Uptown has to offer including fabulous restaurants, the arts, professional sporting events or simply walk to your office … Continue reading...