Charlotte North Carolina Market Update for: Single Family Homes in Mecklenburg County North Carolina Area 1 including:   Charlotte, Cornelius, Davidson, and Huntersville Neighborhoods East of I-77, North of N. Tryon Street, West of Cabarrus County, and South of Iredell County including the neighborhoods of Davis Lake, Highland Creek, Vermillion, Heritage Green, River Run, Skybrook, Northstone, Cambridge Grove, and others. Map of all the neighborhoods covered in Area 1   Data gathered for November 1 - November 30, 2009 New Listings: 232 In comparison to: -30.54% October | +3.11% 2008 | -33.14% 2007 | -22.15% 2006 | -18.31% 2005   Pending Listings: 115 In comparison to: -31.59% October | -8.73% 2008 | -40.41% 2007 | -60.88% 2006 | -54.55% 2005       Sold Listings: 114 In comparison to: -3... 12/16/2009

Market Update for Matthews, Mint Hill, and Charlotte NC (MLS Area 3) For all neighborhoods west of Independence Blvd and South of 24/27 in Mecklenburg County, including the towns of Mint Hill, Matthews, and Charlotte (Plaza-Midwood, Commonwealth, Sheffield Park, Callaway Plantation, Callaway Forest, Mintworth Village, Morris Farms, Marlwood Acres, Farmwood, Telfair, Annecy, Olde Sycamore, Ashe Plantation, Plantation Falls Estates) Map of all the neighborhoods covered in Area 3 Data gathered for November 1, 2009 - Novmeber 30, 2009 from the CMLS New Active Listings: 125 In comparison to: -13.79% October | -13.19% 2008 | -29.38% 2007 | -8.09% 2006 | -11.97% 2005 Pending Sales: 65 In comparison to: -17.72% October | +6.56% 2008 | -46.72% 2007 | -56.08% 2006 | -43.48% 2005 Sold Units: 57 In... 12/16/2009

Beverly Woods is a SouthPark community that was developed and built by John Crosland in the 1960's and 1970's.  Beverly Woods Charlotte NC is known for its incredible location as well as the spacious, wooded lots with mature landscaping.  The streets and homes are canopied by beautiful old oak trees.  You're sure to find a home you'll love as there are a wide variety of home styles in this neighborhood that were popular in the 1960 decade:  ranches, split levels, two stories, and mult-level homes. The Beverly Woods neighborhood is a highly sought-after community that is situated between Sharon & Park Roads, just south of Fairview at the SouthPark Mall.  The Harris YMCA & Phillips Place are just around the corner as well.   Those who want to live in a close-in area with GREAT school assi... 12/15/2009

Charlotte North Carolina Market Update for: Single Family Homes in Mecklenburg County North Carolina Area 5 including: Charlotte Neighborhoods West of Providence Road and East of Park Road including, Cherry, Dilworth, Myers Park, Barclay Downs, Foxcroft, Beverly Woods, Cameron Wood, Pellyn Wood, Mountainbrook, Quail Hollow, Piper Glen, Olde Providence, Shadow Lake, Stone Creek Ranch, Ballantyne Country Club, Providence Country Club, Southampton Commons, Thornhill, Raintree and Ardrey. Map of all the neighborhoods covered in Area 5 Data gathered for November 1, 2009 - November 30, 2009 New Listings 189 In comparison to: -25.59% October | -10.43% 2008 | -19.92% 2007 | -2.07% 2006 | -18.18% 2005 Pending Sales: 88 In comparison to: -18.52% October | +49.15% 2008 | -22.81% 2007 | -55.10% 200... 12/15/2009

         Search homes for sale in Charlotte Although there are a lot of homes for sale in Charlotte knowing each neighborhood intimately is important to finding a home you'll want to keep for years.  Some of the things home buyers consider are schools, proximity to stores, proximity to highways, age of homes in the area, future zoning and planning etc.  Hiring an agent that knows these areas intimately will save you time and frustration.  Mortgage rates are low. Time is running out before we begin to see mortgage rates rise.  North Carolina is seeing record numbers of relocations which is driving up real estate values quickly.  Therefore I recommend you request a list of Charlotte's top agents from us.  Being in the business we know what to look for in a professional agent.  An agent th... 12/15/2009

The Ramsey Group wants the very best for you and yours. So we are sharing the following important information provided by the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD). Please take a few minutes to read through their suggestions. With the onset of the winter holidays, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is stepping up patrols and taking special precautions to ensure the safety of citizens and shoppers throughout the holiday season. Beginning this week, with one of the biggest shopping days of the year, police presence will increase and continue through New Years. Emphasizing the crucial relationship between the community and law enforcement, CMPD will be working with local businesses to reinforce precautionary measures for money management and business safety. The Departmen... 12/15/2009

                                  Google webmaster tools......forever keeping an eye on the market. This happened  today, when I looked at our Google webmaster tools (check yours out and see how it looks): A month ago, using Google keywords, the following numbers on a monthly search key word search phrase rang true: moving to Charlotte-----1900----------today ---came in at 2400 relocating to Charlotte-----880--------today---came in at 1000 things to do Charlotte-----1000------today----came in at 1300 Yes.....it may be the algorithms, but it is still true, that these numbers all point UP. Our Charlotte market numbers keep edging up...all indicators from our Charlotte housing reports statistically prove this for the past five months...I share this as a happy note for what may come next y... 12/14/2009

Charlotte NC Ranks Well on Housing/Economic Recovery Lists Charlotte NC was the golden child of the Carolinas during the 1990s and the boom years after 2000.  Plentiful jobs, reasonable housing prices, low taxes and great weather lead to high growth and prosperity for the Queen City.  The economic slowdown came late to Charlotte but the financial meltdown in the fall of 2008 brought the national economic crisis home. Have the financial meltdown and the resulting Great Recession knocked Charlotte NC off its golden perch?  Perhaps not.  Forbes Magazine recently published three articles that ranked American cities in terms of their prospects for recovery and liveability.  Charlotte fares pretty well on each of these lists. In December, Forbes looked at cities recovering fastest from the fo... 12/14/2009

DID YOU KNOW THAT AS OF JAN 1, 2010:  1. You cannot itemize seller paid closing costs on page 2? 2. That a home builder will no longer be able to offer incentilves if a buyer uses their title/settlement company, or lender. 3. That all settlement costs will be lumped into a single line item... AND MUCH MORE! I am going to offer a FREE two hour class which will discuss the New HUD-1, GFE, The Mortgage Disclosure Improvement Act of 2009, and how this will affect your practice in the future. (Trust Me, it will!!!) This will be held at my office in Matthews at 2pm-4pm ON MONDAY DECEMBER 20. Please rsvp by emailing at jkosofsky@carolinareo.net ... No Charge... I can fit 20 people tops--- If necessary I can offer multiple classes. We will cover RESPA REFORM, NEW HUD-1, NEW GFE, Mortage Disclos... 12/13/2009

Eastover: One of Charlotte's Favorite Neighborhoods   As one of Charlotte’s most sought-after locations, Eastover needs no real introduction. Its famous gazebo of trees blankets the wide winding roads and is simply breathtaking.  Eastover lies right next to Myers Park, sharing its excellent school system and all of the many attributes that showcase why Eastover is in such high demand. Just 10 minutes, 2 miles,  from the Charlotte’s center city, Eastover also gives its lucky residents the option of stepping outside of its refined beauty and into the exciting world of city life. From most of Eastover you can walk to Ben & Jerry’s, the library, and dozens of wonderful restaurants that run along Providence Road.  You'll also want to stop in at Pasta & Provisions, a local pasta shop that mak... 12/13/2009

Renaissance GardensEnd Unit just listed....2 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Private rear patio..Great room with gas fireplace.Call todayContact InformationRich Ferretti704-564-0807Rich@RichFerretti.comContact Reply FormForward to a FriendView Other ListingsLocation7817 Renaissance CourtCharlotte, North Carolina 28226UNITED STATESShow Map FEATURES Bedrooms: 2Bathrooms: 2Partial Bathrooms: Subdivision: Renaissance GardensSquare Footage: 1017Attached on: Parking Space: 2 parking spacesYear Built: 1982MLS/IDX#: 886228Metro Area: CharlotteStatus: ATTRIBUTES Rooms Breakfast Nook Dining Room Pantry Parking Type Off Street Interior Amenities Additional Storage Cable Ready Ceiling Fans Central Air Central Heat Firepl... 12/13/2009

When it comes to blogging it took me awhile to get on board. Thankfully, I've met some Real Estate Professionals that took me under their wing. Check out our combined blog: www.charlottescustomhome.com. I think the creative genius goes to my fellow bloggers. Check out the site and post your comments, also let me know your thoughts. We're always trying to improve. Many thanks Rich 12/13/2009

"I'm not making any money.  The economy is killing my firm.  I'd be lying if I said I wasn't in anything but survival mode at this point.  My New Year's resolution this year is to be able to make a 2011 resolution with a roof still over my head."  (Charlotte business owner) "Creativity without implementation is irresponsibility."  (Ted Leavitt at the Harvard Business School) "In a typical game we want to have between 90 and 105 possessions, and we try to get that number up as high as we can, because if I'm better than you are, the more possessions we play, the more likely it is that I'm going to beat you.  If I play golf against Tiger Woods for one hole I might beat him, but over 18 holes, I have no chance."  (University of North Carolina Basketball Coach, Roy Williams, from Hard Work:... 12/13/2009

  Take a 360 Virtual Tour: http://rtvpix.com/RE-1831-VWEXWG-01 435 S Tryon St Charlotte, NC 28202 The Ratcliffe Price: $1,205,000Beds: 2Baths: 2.5MLS #: 904904Total SF: 2,750 Katie Gray704-887-5088 3430 Toringdon Way Ste. 101 Charlotte, NC 28277 WebsiteView My Tour Gallery Powered by Media Tours 360Your Charlotte Metro Real Estate Marketing Expert! Charlotte Virtual Tours   12/12/2009

Charlotte, NC How Charlotte Real Estate Has Changed, Your City Too? 5 Dead Assumptions in 2010 "Everything's changing, Everything has already changed," said the character of General Cornwallis, at the end of the popular movie The Patriot, as he surrendered his forces facing annihilation at the hands of the Colonials under George Washington, the French Navy and according to the movie, Mel Gibson's band of "merry" Carolina militia... And he was right. The Battle of Yorktown ended the decade long Revolutionary war, evicted the British from American soil, and provided the example that would eventually lead colonial people around the globe to end the British Empire over the next 2 centuries. The changes in the real estate world brought about by the Great Recession of 2008-9 won't have the po... 12/12/2009

Hampton Oaks Charlotte NC :  A South Charlotte enclave with 10 beautiful, new full-brick homes in a prime location only minutes away from Charlotte’s finest shopping, excellent schools and Uptown!  Open spacious floor plans include plenty of upgrades such as gorgeous granite, gleaming hardwoods floors, and custom trim packages in all of the homes in Hampton Oaks.  The renowned builder, Hobart Smith Homes, is in their 50th year of building custom homes and their reputation speaks for itself—a family run business that stand behind their work and build quality into each and every home.  As proof of their solvency, Hobart Smith Homes is one of the few local custom builders in the area who qualify to provide the 2-10 Warranty to their home buyers.  This gives their buyers the security of hav... 12/11/2009

Townhome in SW Charlotte NC is UNDER CONTRACT:   Immaculate 3BR, 2.5BA townhome with garage in gated community!  End unit offered great space with generous sized rooms and well-equipped kitchen. Included refrigerator, washer & dryer--showed like a model.  This lovely townhome didn't last long!  Convenient to Uptown, SouthPark, Ballantyne and the airport.  If you're looking for a townhome in the area and you missed this one, let us help you locate your dream home! 12/11/2009

Thanks for stoppiuCharlotte, NC Uptown Charlotte Condominiums Under 250K, A Market Report So how much condo, or townhouse  does  $250,000 buy in Uptown Charlotte? Where should you live? Anyone working or renting in Uptown, knows the entire city is within walking distance... From the Blumenthal to Bank of America -Panther's Stadium, one side of town to the other, is about a 20 minute walk.  From lower First Ward to Johnston and Wales? About 25 minutes. What about the blue chip condos, The Avenue, Fifth and Poplar, can you get into any of these for  $250,000? In a word Yes- There are currently 125 Uptown Charlotte Condos for sale under $250,000 ($250K) There are 73 one bedroom condos, 49 two bedroom condos, and (3)  3 bedroom condos for sale in Uptown for under $250,000. What makes a  "bl... 12/10/2009

Are You a Charlotte NC Medical Professional Searching for a Home Near the Hospitals? Is drive-time important to you as a medical professional?  How often do you have call time and how many minutes do you have to arrive at a moment's notice?  Is being minutes from the hospital a priority for you and response time, critical? Now is the time to locate the perfect home in the perfect location, in close proximity to the hospitals!  Whether you work at CMC Mercy, Presbyterian Main or Carolinas Medical Center, your options are endless.  Not to mention the historic low interest rates!  Search below for Charlotte NC listings within 5 miles of the hospitals and make the change--why not save drive time and live near work and everything Charlotte?! 12/10/2009

Prospect will be making the first draw on Streamlined k loans after the first of January. No more waiting 90 days for the first draw from that other lender. That is correct. My last streamlined k with the other lender was 90 days to get the first half of the money to get the contractor started... the job will be completed just 2 weeks after the borrower received the first half of the money. Nightmare city. M 12/10/2009