Charlotte Real Estate Market Update and eNews (10/27/2011)

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Join us in our final weekend of thinking  pink in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month!  Do consider donating to research for this devastating disease affecting 1 in 8 women.  The real estate market in Charlotte was anything but, SCARRY this Halloween week of 2011!  Savvy Charlotte home buyers and sellers have more good news to share on the 'home front!'   Despite the fall season, Charlotte continues showing a significant positive movement towards the real estate recovery. Remember sellers, if you price it right, it WILL sell!  Congratulations to my sellers in Olde Providence, who have … Continue reading...

Cajun Brunch in Cotswold | Realtor® Open House | Friday, SEPT 16 | 11:00 – 1:00

Open Houses in Charlotte NC's Olde Providence Community

Cajun Brunch in Cotswold | Realtor® Open House | Friday, SEPT 16 | 11:00 - 1:00 Join us for a public and Realtor® luncheon and enjoy the best soul food in Charlotte--from Bite Your Tongue!  Tour Cotswold and dine with us on Friday, September 16, 2011 from 11:00 - 1:00.  Two hip homes will be held open including brunch entree at 4219 Water Oak Road and dessert at 1027 Linda Lane. Enjoy spacious living in a prime location!  Just minutes from SouthPark and Uptown, these Cotswold homes offer fantastic floorplans, both at an incredible price!  You just can't beat the area, the homes or the … Continue reading...

Crack the Advertising Code of Charlotte Homes for Sale

Crack the advertising code words on Charlotte Real Estate listings

Crack the Advertising Code of Charlotte Homes for Sale. Real estate has a language all its own; and I don’t just mean phrases like Closing costs, short sales and foreclosures.  What I’m talking about are buzz words used to advertise Charlotte homes for sale. When you understand the typical meaning of these code words, you’ll be better able to determine which Charlotte homes for sale are worth looking at in person. Cozy:  Look at this home if you don’t mind a much smaller than average home. Rustic:  If you want a home in the country (or one that looks like it should be in the country), … Continue reading...

Charlotte Real Estate Recovery Hinges on Job Creation – Ricoh Announces Expansion in Charlotte Metro Area

New jobs by Ricoh coming to Charlotte

Ricoh Plans Immediate Expansion of Their Legal Document Management Services in Charlotte NC A leading provider of digital office equipment and advanced document management solutions, Richo, announced the opening of a new legal imaging and processing center in Uptown Charlotte.   The center provides a full suite of document management services to the legal and corporate business communities in and around the Charlotte Metro area. With an additional 10-12 positions in the short term and 20 plus in the next 12 months, Ricoh is adding to Charlotte's real estate recovery.  The new facility will … Continue reading...

Charlotte Home Buyers: 3 First-Time Home Buyer Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

First time home buyers in Charlotte should know your credit score

Charlotte Home Buyers:  3 First-Time Home Buyer Mistakes and How to Avoid Them There are a few mistakes that many first-time home buyers make.  Here are three of the most common mistakes and how you can avoid them when purchasing your first Charlotte home. Mistake #1:  Assuming that your credit is good. The information in your credit report determines whether you can get a loan — and how much interest you will have to pay – so it pays to be certain your credit reports are accurate. Check your credit reports for free from all three credit reporting companies — Equifax, Experian, and … Continue reading...

Live/Work @ 3030 South Charlotte NC

Live by the light rail in Charlotte's live work communities

Charlotte NC Live / Work Community - 3030 South  Live/Work @ 3030 South Charlotte NC At first glance, you'll think the hip complex of 3030 South is just that--hip with twist of contemporary and urban.  3030 South is a fabulous, architecturally appealing condo complex in South End Charlotte NC!  Not just hip, 3030 South Charlotte NC has a focus on modern day transit needs.   This complex is a mix of flats, townhomes and live/work townhomes.  The lower level of the 4-level live/work townhomes, is zoned for commercial use, just perfect for your office, hair salon, art gallery...the possibilities … Continue reading...

Featured Property | 3119 Arborhill Road | Charlotte NC

Providence High School Home for Sale in Willowmere

Featured Property | 3119 Arborhill Road | Charlotte NC Q.    What  distinctive  features  set  this  home  apart from others in the community?  A.  The  home  features  a  gorgeous, meticulously maintained cul-de-sac lot.   The   backyard  is  a  sanctuary  which  includes  a gorgeous  screened-in porch and unbelievable privacy on a lot that is surrounded by mature landscaping. Indoors, nothing compares to this Willowmere home in the community--lots of upgrades and an open floorplan with plenty of space. Q.    What is  the  architectural  style  of  the  home?  A.  This  Willowmere home for … Continue reading...

Charlotte Home Improvement: Make Your Yard Your Refuge

Homes featuring outdoor living spaces in Charlotte

Charlotte Home Improvement:  Make Your Yard Your Refuge What’s the best thing about your Charlotte home?  Many people say it’s their yard.  Outdoor hardscaping has become a hot commodity for home buyers in Charlotte. No matter your lifestyle, there are many things that you can do to improve your outdoor space as well as your quality of life. Here are a few ideas to help you get more enjoyment from your yard: Relax: Install a hammock for relaxing in the shade Enjoy meals outdoors: Add an outdoor table to make eating outdoors enjoyable. Start a garden: Whether it’s a vegetable, herb or … Continue reading...

Summerfield Townhomes in Matthews NC

Searching for Condos and Townhomes in the Charlotte Metro Area with Swim Clubs

Searching Condos and Townhomes for sale in Matthews NC?  You'll love the Summerfield Townhome community in Matthews! Within this active swim club community, you'll find plenty of things to do in the area.  Summerfield Townhomes are located near everything Charlotte but, offer the small-town feel of Matthews NC.  Large rear yards, many of which offer privacy and a simply serene atmosphere, are a bonus in this community. Summerfield Townhomes in Matthews is located close to Highway 74 and all of the restaurants and shopping that this bustling area has to offer. Low HOA dues make this community … Continue reading...

Providence Springs Charlotte NC Real Estate Market Report July 2011

Charlotte NC real estate market report for Providence Springs July 2011

Providence Springs Charlotte NC Real Estate Market Report July 2011 Home values in Providence Springs remain some of the strongest in the Charlotte area.  Below is the closing data for the Providence Springs Charlotte real estate market. Sold Properties in Charlotte NC Providence Springs, last 12 months Active Homes for Sale in Providence Springs Charlotte NC … Continue reading...