Debating if now is the time to sell?

Now is the perfect time to put your home on the market. I am sure you have heard that May through September is the ideal time to sell your home. It’s when students are graduating, its summer vacation, people are switching employment, and more individuals are buying homes. Let the numbers speak for themselves. In [...]

HISTORIC HOMES ARE RIDING OUT THE HOUSING SLUMP IN STYLE

As an article in the July-August 2008 issue of Old House Journal states, historic homes are holding up better in the current market than new home construction.  Surveys are showing that home improvements are holding up strong.  In addition, other facets of the current economic outlook can cause old houses to get another look. “Historic [...]

Is Charlotte Recession Proof?

Forbes.com says we are….the site ranked us 9 of 10 cities they feel are ”Recession Proof”.  The list, culled from the country’s 50 largest metropolitan areas, cites the cities for their high job growth, rising home values and low unemployment amid a national economic downturn. 
“Despite a recent rise in unemployment, the economy in Charlotte and the [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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, [...]

2008 Tax Changes

2008 Tax Changes
As we come to the end of the 2007 tax season, it is never too early to start planning for 2008. Some 2008 changes to add for your financial toolbox are:
1 Joint filers whose taxable income doesn’t exceed $65,100 and single filers with income that doesn’t exceed $32,550 don’t have to pay capital [...]