Charlotte NC Real Estate Market Report | Myers Park | SEPT 2011

Charlotte NC Real Estate Market Report in Myers Park September 2011

Myers Park Real Estate Market Report, Charlotte NC, September 20, 2011 Myers Park Charlotte NC, one of Charlotte's most beautiful historic communities, is located within walking distance to Freedom Park (which has some of the best lit public tennis courts in the area), Queens University, fine dining, upscale shopping and is only about 3 miles from Uptown Charlotte NC.  A drive down Queens Road, the main thoroughfare of Myers Park, is a must, when visiting the city; 100-year old oak trees simply envelope you as you traverse the community filled with unique architecture and stunning historic … Continue reading...

Why Do You Need a Buyer’s Agent?

Charlotte NC home buyer tips

Why Do You Need a Buyer's Agent? I've had numerous calls from customers who are requesting that I show them my currently listed homes; they don't want to see any other properties.  I am representing the seller, and I am asked by these customers if I can only show them my listings.  When I discover that the person is NOT represented by an agent, I engage them in a conversational review of the various types of agency. MANY of them absolutely refuse to heed advice with regards to dual agency, saying that they "WANT to purchase from the listing agent so that we can SAVE MONEY!" After citing some … Continue reading...

Discover Charlotte | Uptown Charlotte, Part II

Uptown skyline views from South End Charlotte

Discover Charlotte | Uptown Charlotte, Part II Discover Charlotte by spending some time exploring the possibilities of living in Charlotte NC, either alone or with the help of a real estate agent.  Maps and descriptions in the 'Neighborhood' tab on our website will acquaint you with the different area of the Charlotte Metro Region, including areas within the Charlotte city limits, other towns outside of Charlotte as well as the surrounding counties. Whether you plan to rent or own, live among the bustling urban scene or quiet tree-lined streets or whether you're shopping for an apartment, … Continue reading...

Discover Charlotte | Old Charlotte

Homes for sale in historic Charlotte's Myers Park

Discover Charlotte | Old Charlotte If you’d like to live near Charlotte’s Uptown but, not in the direct shadow of the massive Charlotte skyscrapers, you have an incredibly wide range of options in terms of price, style and type of housing.  Encircling Charlotte’s Center City, sometimes called Charlotte's surrounding urban neighborhoods, are some of the city's finest historic communities.  These communities, Charlotte's historic streetcar suburbs, are sometimes known as “Old Charlotte" and compared to most cities, "Old Charlotte" really doesn’t look "old" at all!  Myers Park and Eastover are … Continue reading...

Discover Charlotte | Uptown Wards

Four Wards Make Up Charlotte's Uptown Area

Discover Charlotte | Uptown Wards Originally political divisions of the city, Uptown Charlotte’s four Wards are now used to indicate the quadrants from a location and use standpoint.  The central axis that determines the boundaries of each of the four Wards, is located at the intersection of Trade and Tryon Streets.  Few newcomers to the area consider the maze of skyscrapers at Charlotte’s Center City to be identifiable as part of the Wards.  Each Ward has its own distinct personality and land use as follows: First Ward -- Heavily residential but, also commercially the home to both the … Continue reading...

Charlotte NC Real Estate Market Report and Savvy News SEPT 16, 2011

The Maxwell House Group Real Estate Charlotte NC

Savvy Charlotte home buyers and sellers have had a busy week!  *145 Closings were recorded this past week and another record 275 homes have gone into Escrow, showing a significant positive movement towards the real estate recovery, even with the below data from just the past week! CLOSED SALE DATA: List Price:  $194,544 Sales Price:  $181,223 Avg. List to Sales Price Ratio:  93% Avg. Heated Square Feet:  2,077 Price Per SF:   $87.25 Average Days on the Market:  100 PENDING DATA: List price: $228,703 Heated square feet:  2,287 95 Average days on the market (*Note this is for Charlotte city … Continue reading...

Discover Charlotte NC UPTOWN

Charlotte Uptown Skyline from The Trademark

Welcome to Uptown Charlotte North Carolina Charlotte NC is home to a multitude of cultural arts as well as two professional sports teams, the Carolina Panthers and the Charlotte Bobcats.  Known for being one of the fastest growing center cities in America, Charlotte Uptown attracts residents of all ages.  Upscale, upbeat Uptown restaurants abound, with world-renowned chefs “at every turn” even Johnson and Wales culinary school calls Charlotte, North Carolina home! Many professionals call Charlotte NC Uptown home to avoid traffic to and from the suburbs. Uptown is home to private as well as … Continue reading...

Charlotte, Rich in History and Economic Diversity

Sunset in Charlotte NC

Charlotte's Rich History and Economic Diversity Make Charlotte One of the Most Desirable Places to Live in America. Charlotte was originally settled by the Scotch-Irish in the 1740's, as well as by a strong influence of German colonists who migrated south at about the same time.  The Queen City's namesake was the German born Queen Charlotte, wife of England’s King George III, and Mecklenburg County was also named for her German birthplace.  The Bank of America tower actually has a crown architecturally incorporated in its design in honor of the Queen! From its modest beginnings as a small … Continue reading...

Charlotte Real Estate Agents | Buyers are Happier with Local Agents

Buyer Tips for Charlotte NC Homes for Sale

Buyers are Happier with Local Charlotte Real Estate Agents According to a recent study, buyers prefer to work with Charlotte real estate agents who live in the same area in which they would like to buy a home. Buyers are happier when they work with local agents because they believe the agents are: 1. Familiar with the neighborhood: They know the schools, zoning laws and understand the lifestyle which the buyer is seeking. For example, they can tell you the best places to shop and give you referrals to the best mechanics and home contractors. 2. Involved in the surrounding community: Agents … Continue reading...