First-Time Homebuyers Take Note?

Some are saying that there is no better time to be a first-time homebuyer than now.  In certain places and ways this is correct.  Increased home inventories, some bargain pricing, and low interest rates are the current environment.  Some roadblocks for first-time homebuyers include more stringent borrowing standards and most of all fear due to [...]

Selling your Home? Feng Shui May Can Help…..

Feng shui is an intuitive art. Don’t think of it as local Chinese wisdom…think of it as universal common sense. Proper feng shui is purposefully arranging the stuff around you to gain positive results. What stuff you ask? All stuff…your worldly possessions, the color of your front door, how much [...]

Relocating to Charlotte?

Are you one of over 80,000 people planning to relocate to Charlotte this year or one of the 80,000 who recently moved here and you’re now looking to find your perfect home? If so, did you know?
 

The city of Charlotte is 280 miles square, with 25 zip codes.

There are 5 local historic districts in Charlotte, [...]

Divorce and Real Estate

Unfortunately this day and time divorce is a “fact of everyday life”.  With divorce comes many complex issues.  One of them is the family home.  Generally practical considerations determine who gets the home, the terms of any buyout, or whether the house is sold to a 3rd party.  Some things you need to consider if [...]

“Green Living”

April 22nd is Earth Day, a reminder to take care of our Earth, so she can take care of us. What can you do? Here are 5 ways you can start to live green today:
1. Recycle. The city if Charlotte offers free curbside pickup. Visit http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Solid+Waste/CurbIt/Recycling/Home.htm for locations on where to pick up your red [...]

The History of Plaza Midwood

Did you know the Plaza-Midwood neighborhood of Charlotte dates back to the early 1920’s? Even in the height of the depression this wonderful neighborhood was full of light and love. Like today, young families joined together and children played freely on the streets and in the creeks of Midwood. Through the years Midwood has taken [...]

The In’s and Out’s of our Current Real Estate Market

Realtor Magazine just released a recent pollof what buyers most want these days. Some of the most desired include:

Reduced Carbon Footprint….”Green” Houses are hot right now…this fad is here to stay.
Outdoor Living Space….Outdoor fireplaces and kitchens, and deck spaces.
Fully Concealed Appliances…Completely concealed behind hinged doors.
Bathroom suites…When I say suite, I mean “sweet”. Flat Screens, mini-fridges, [...]