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Charlotte Real Estate Market Report for Dilworth

Dilworth is a popular Charlotte, NC neighborhood with homes from $125,000 to $1,699,000. Dilworth homes are in the following school districts : Dilworth Elementary School, Alexander Graham Middle School, Myers Park High School. Contact me today for more information on Dilworth, or other great neighborhoods such as Cotswold, Elizabeth, Chantilly, Myers Park or Foxcroft. Below is the Charlotte real estate market report for the Dilworth community. As you can see, Dilworth is currently in a seller's market and continues to show stability in this economic climate. … Continue reading...

SELLER CHECKLIST – 30 Interior Tasks for Your Charlotte Home for Sale

SELLER CHECKLIST - 30 Interior Tasks for Your Charlotte Home for Sale Those who have never had a Charlotte home for sale before often think that selling is as simple as hiring a real estate agent and putting a sign in the yard. Believe me, it’s not that simple, as you’ll soon discover! The Interior of Your Home You’ve taken care of the exterior of your Charlotte home for sale-the first up-close impression buyers get. So, when buyers make it inside, they’re one step closer to actually buying your home. However, if the interior is a mess, this could blow the entire plan to get your home … Continue reading...

The Maxwell House Group News for July 8, 2011

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Lots going on in Charlotte this week--from preparing for Charlotte Restaurant Week coming up next week to Fourth of July celebrations all over the Charlotte Metro area. Savvy buyers and sellers are moving this week too! 138 homes Closed in the Charlotte city market this week and 233 more went into Escrow--what a WEEK! Visit our Open Houses this weekend--enjoy an open house or two while you're out and about! And while you’re out this weekend, visit our own Renee Abdieh at her book signing at SouthPark’s Barnes & Noble, Saturday at 3:00. Here's the week in review for The Maxwell House … Continue reading...

How to Avoid Deal-Killing Surprises When Selling Your Charlotte Real Estate

Don't be surprised by Contractual items AFTER the fact when selling your Charlotte home for sale!

How to Avoid Deal-Killing Surprises When Selling Your Charlotte Real Estate Getting from “I want to sell my house” to “SOLD” can be a long and sometimes stressful process. Our goal is to prepare our sellers with regards to getting their homes sold with as few road blocks as possible. Anticipation of these road blocks is critical in the home selling process. The last thing you want to do is find a buyer for your home and then that buyer at the end of the process. Here are five ways to avoid deal-killing surprises: Get a home inspection: If you truly don’t want any surprises, get a home … Continue reading...

Charlotte Home Improvement: Make Your Yard Your Refuge

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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...

Charlotte Home Seller Tips: Direct Corelation of Days On The Market With List-to-Sales-Prices

Charlotte Home Seller Tips: Direct Correlation of Days on the Market With List-to-Sales-Prices This morning while reading J. Phillip Faranda's post regarding a compelling reason to price your homes properly from the very beginning, I was anxious to pull our own data for the Charlotte real estate market to see how our sellers were faring. I routinely create market absorption trends for local communities but, his post spoke volumes regarding the list-to-sales price ratio as they directly relate to the days on the market for his area. Curious as to how Charlotte was faring with regards to … Continue reading...

Seller Tips | Getting Your Charlotte Home for Sale SOLD!

Tips for getting your Charlotte home SOLD in any market

9 Quick Tips to Get Your Charlotte Home Sold Faster If you’re short on time, here’s a list that’ll take you one minute to read and will give you 9 tips to get your Charlotte home sold faster: Set the right price. A Charlotte home priced correctly from the start will sell faster. Provide a thorough disclosure statement. This builds trust between you and your prospective buyer. Add a one-year home warranty. They’re reasonably priced and provide peace of mind for the buyer. Offer financial incentives. There are a variety of financial incentives you can offer depending on the needs of the … Continue reading...

Rehab Your Charlotte Real Estate for a June Sale

Rehab Your Charlotte Real Estate for a June Sale Almost every home could use some remodeling here and there. If your home could use a little ‘fixing up,’ here are a few remodeling projects that give a good return on investment – either in selling price or in the speed of the sale of your Charlotte real estate. Flooring - If your Charlotte real estate has hardwood floors, it’ll be worth the investment to get the floors refinished. If she only has carpet or tile, make sure it’s in great shape. If not, replace the flooring with new carpeting or tile in a neutral color. Buyers don’t want to … Continue reading...

Cost-Effective Projects for Charlotte Home Sellers

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Cost-Effective Projects for Charlotte Home Sellers According to Remodeling Magazine’s 2010-2011 Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report, nine out of the top 10 most cost-effective projects (based on value recouped) are exterior replacement projects. Here are the four most cost-effective exterior replacement projects for Charlotte home sellers: Steel entry door replacement. This project returned the most money, with an estimated 102.1 percent of cost recouped when the Charlotte homes were resold. It’s the only project in this year’s report that is expected to return more than the … Continue reading...

SELLER TIPS: 5 Little Repairs that Make a BIG Difference to Your Charlotte Home for Sale

home maintenance tips before selling your Charlotte home

Charlotte Home Sellers | Get Those Little Repairs Done on Your Charlotte Home For Sale With the large supply of properties on the market these days, your Charlotte home for sale needs to stand out from the crowd in order to achieve your selling goals. One of the easiest things you can do to make your home shine is to complete all the basic repairs that you’ve been putting off. Here are 5 little repairs that make a BIG difference to potential buyers who visit your Charlotte home for sale: Perk up your exterior: As we all know, first impressions are crucial. Give your picket fence, mailbox … Continue reading...