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Charlotte Real Estate Is Rising Fast

If you happen to own a home in Charlotte and have to leave this gorgeous city, you are in luck. This housing market is very low on supply. Everyone wants to liver here. We're on any given day, the preferred place in the country to head to to start a new life. People are moving here every day from all around the country. So, if you have a home to sell, yo're sitting on a gold mine! Every week, it seems like the Charlotte real estate market is getting more competitive. In fact, we have an acute … Continue reading...

Armadillo In Charlotte?!

It's been confirmed: An armadillo was found in Charlotte, North Carolina! It seems just about everyone really does want to move to Charlotte. Business owners are relocating to Charlotte. Millennials flock to Charlotte. Everyone is headed to Charlotte. We can't say that we blame any of them. Charlotte is full of transplants from around the country. Now, it seems, even armadillo want to join in the amazing hospitable climate benefits! That's right, armadillo have been moving to North Carolina, … Continue reading...

Should You Purchase A Historic Home In Charlotte?

Living in a historic home affords a kind of ambiance that is not found in other homes. The craftsmanship is higher quality. The aesthetics are unrivaled. The landscaping and trees are often significantly more beautiful due to their age and even the variety of plant species found on them. Historic Homes In Charlotte Historic homes abound in Charlotte. In fact, six of Charlotte's most historically significant neighborhoods are designated as Local Historic Districts by the City Council. … Continue reading...

List Your Charlotte Home Now, Inventory Is Low!

While we wait for the Charlotte Regional Realtor® Association's latest Local Market Update for Charlotte home sales, let's take a look at the last report. During the first month of summer, the housing inventory for Mecklenburg County last month was 12.2 percent lower than the inventory from the same time the year before. Inventory is low! Now is the time to list your home. Not only did the Local Market Update show that the Mecklenburg County housing inventory is low though. It, is and we need … Continue reading...

Update: Brooklyn Village Redevelopment

Recently, the Mecklenburg County commissioners voted to approve a master redevelopment agreement. The agreement was the result of years of negotiations. The Brooklyn Village redevelopment is a $683 million plan to transform part of uptown. It will redevelop much of the Second Ward. Brooklyn Village Redevelopment Over two years ago, county commissioners selected a partnership led by New York-based Peebles Corp. to redevelop the Second Ward. As it stands, the area is primarily a government … Continue reading...

Update On Gateway Station- Charlotte Passenger Rail

Charlotte officials are finally breaking ground on Gateway Station, the station that will restart passenger rail service to uptown. Don't get too excited just yet though. These things take time. We probably won't see the first train utilizing it for about four more years. Right now, think of it as the opportunity for an investment. Homes that will one day have access leading straight uptown are sure to increase in value when Gateway Station is finally up an running. The first phase alone will … Continue reading...

Dance and Theatre Opportunities in Charlotte, NC

The City of Charlotte hosts a variety of first-rate and whole-heart theater opportunities featuring players and dancers of every age and skill level. We do have a few favorite music and drama related organizations though. If you're like one of the many people interested in moving to Charlotte, check out the following dance and theatre opportunities in Charlotte. Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte - contemporary performances in an intimate setting Moving Poet’s Dance Theatre -check out some of … Continue reading...

Stop Renting! An MCC & The NC Home Advantage Mortgage Can Help

North Carolina housing down payment assistance

Too many people think they're stuck renting, but help is out there. Some programs specifically exist to help renters with low to moderate income achieve home ownership. Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC) The NC Housing Finance Agency lets qualifying home owners claim a tax credit up to $2,000 every year they live in the home. The Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC) can significantly reduce your federal income liability and leave you with more money to put toward mortgage payments. Typically, it … Continue reading...

How The Latest Version Of FICO Will Score Credit Differently

Did you know that some lenders are already looking at a new credit scoring model called the FICO Score 9? It's still not as widely used, but as it catches on, it might mean the difference between your mortgage denial and your mortgage approval. It could also get you a better rate over the rate you'd get if the lender uses the FICO 8 scoring model. So, as you probably know, credit scores typically range from 300 to 850. They let lenders know how risky it is to lend you money. The principal … Continue reading...

Five Coffee Shops In Charlotte Our Clients Rave About

Are you searching for the local best coffee shop in Charlotte? Well, so are we. It's so hard to decide! Charlotte is loaded with fantastic coffee shops. That's just one of the perks of living in Charlotte. We could certainly come up with more than a list of the best coffee shops in Charlotte much longer than five coffee shops long. Still, these are the local coffee shops our clients rave about! And each offers something just a little out of the ordinary, so we think you should check them … Continue reading...