Charlotte welcomed CNBC this week to declare the city the nation's second-best for publicly traded stocks. Relocating to Charlotte? We think you'll love this city as we always seem to be atop the 'good' list for cities across the nation for growth, economics, jobs and lifestyle. Year over year, Charlotte's publicly traded companies have returned an average of 21%, as calculated by "Street Signs'" Brian Sullivan. Top performers include Bank of America, Lowe's, SPX, Carlisle Companies, Inc., Family Dollar and Sonic Automotive. Tweeting as he toured Charlotte, Brian Sullivan created quite the … Continue reading...
Charlotte NC Real Estate News Week Ending 10/19/2012
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...
SunTrust Opens Lending Sales Center in Charlotte Creating 100 New Jobs
Charlotte NC Economic Recovery Continues | SunTrust Adding 100 New Jobs to Charlotte Market CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 3, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- SunTrust Banks, Inc. today announced the opening of a new state-of-the-art loan sales center in Charlotte to underwrite and process mortgage loans. Currently staffed with approximately 40 underwriting professionals, plans are to expand the number of employees to 100 by the end of year. "This new center enhances and expands our capabilities in support of our mortgage lending activities throughout our footprint," said Jeffrey McCabe, senior vice … Continue reading...
365 Things to Do in Charlotte | SEPT 29, 2012 | OKTOBERFEST
14th Annual Oktoberfest at Charlotte Metrolina Trade Show Expo Charlotte Oktoberfest 2012 will be held at The Metrolina Tradeshow Expo, located at 7100 Statesville Road. The festival will be held on the outdoor grass fields and the tents are pitched for an amazing day at the Expo--rain or shine! Charlotte Oktoberfest will be featuring some of the finest breweries in the world, including a large number from right here in the Southeastern US. Due to the popularity of the extra sampling hour that comes with the premium ticket, a limited quantity of three different tickets for admission were … Continue reading...
Will DNC Bring More Convention Business?
Will the Democratic National Convention bring the Charlotte Convention Center more business? The CRVA and the DNC say there will be long-lasting effects, as the city enjoys the national spotlight for three days in September. Steve Kerrigan, chief executive of the DNC Committee, says Boston enjoyed a boom in convention business after hosting the 2004 DNC. Boston isn’t so sure. The number of convention center hotel-room nights in Boston jumped by more than 35 percent in the year after the DNC. But Mac Daniel, a spokesperson for the Massachusetts Convention Center Authority, said that increase … Continue reading...
Charlotte Home Buyers and Sellers – Economists have Good News for You
Looking to Buy or Sell Charlotte Homes? Economists have Good News for You! For the last four to five years, the housing industry news has often been gloomy but, the tide is finally beginning to turn for buyers and sellers of Charlotte homes! A recent survey of 100 economists points to modest gains in home prices starting in 2013. Those gains are expected to continue through 2016! Improving Real Estate Market While some prices are still slated to drop in 2012, those losses will likely mark the bottom of the trough. The tumultuous times in the real estate industry are, according to most … Continue reading...
Independence Day Events in Charlotte NC 2012
What's happening in Charlotte this Fourth of July? Raised in the home of a proud Air Force captain, patriotism is something that I sincerely think of daily. I'm incredibly proud to be an American and Independence Day is one of those days each year that I love seeing my fellow Americans so enthusiastic about our freedoms. We're all so appreciative and humbled by those who have given themselves, their families and many, even their lives, to fight for every single one of our freedoms. Do take 3 minutes to enjoy this video before you check out the Independence Day events in Charlotte for 2012 … Continue reading...
Charlotte Real Estate eNews for Week Ending 6/17/2012
What's happening in the Charlotte NC real estate market this week? Lots of activity, that's for sure! We're seeing more and more buyers offering on fabulous Charlotte homes for sale and happy sellers to see the positive swing in the market! If you're a buyer, interest rates are at historic lows and prices are on their way back up so, get those great deals while the gettin' is good! If you're selling in this market, have that home READY to sell and priced right--it WILL sell! Recent posts this week to be sure to read: Charlotte NC Luxury Communities | STONECROFT | Market Report JUNE … Continue reading...
Charlotte NC Real Estate eNews – Memorial Day 2012
The Maxwell House Group Wishes You a Safe & Happy Memorial Day 2012 Live at any of the lakes or golf courses in and around the Charlotte region? Chances are, you’re really going to enjoy this long 3-day weekend! If you’re looking for more things to do in Charlotte for the holiday, don’t despair, there’s plenty to do in the area this weekend. You’ll be enjoying a great Carolina cookouts, the opening of the local pool or you just may kick back and enjoy this three-day holiday weekend to kick off the summer. Watch history in the making if you’re a NASCAR fan! This is NASCAR's biggest … Continue reading...
Magazine Ranks Charlotte as America’s No. 2 Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport - Ranks #2 in the Nation CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV) - A reader survey by Travel+Leisure Magazine ranks Charlotte Douglas International Airport as the second best airport in the nation. Charlotte lost out to only Minneapolis-St. Paul. Readers said MSP had the best shopping, food and drink options in the country. Readers of the magazine and travel website gave Charlotte top marks for its Wi-Fi Internet service, baggage handling, curbside check-in and staff communication. Location and lounge areas also got high marks. The lowest rank the airport received was … Continue reading...