Waxhaw NC Real Estate Market Report—July-September 2011 The number of homes sold in Waxhaw NC during the third quarter dropped almost 50% from the second quarter but the median sales price increased by 1.3% to $250,000.  This is just slightly less than the median sales price for 2010. Only three townhomes sold in Waxhaw during the quarter with the median sales price dropping 11.5% to $109,900.  Median days on market for these townhomes was nearly a year. What do the third quarter 2011 numbers mean for Waxhaw NC buyers and sellers? Single family home sellers in have seen fairly stable median prices over the spring and summer of 2011.  Townhome sellers face a difficult market with plummeting prices and long selling times. Housing, both single family and townhomes, remains very affordable ... 10/07/2011

The Providence Equestrian Center is the home of the UNC Charlotte Equestrian Center. Today I stopped over to visit this beautiful equestrian center and enjoyed the lovely grounds and stables. The best part of this visit were the beautiful horses and look at this beauty.   I was ready to saddle up and ride. For more information visit The Providence Equestrian Center Judith Parker, CRS, GRI Keller Williams www.CharlotteHomeInfo.com jparker@kwcharlotte.com 10/04/2011

Waxhaw NC Homes for Sale--7123 Davis Road Are you looking for complete privacy?  But you want to be able to go shopping and eat out without driving more than ten or fifteen minutes? Perhaps you would like purchase a property that would give you the flexibility of building two more homes on it. If these features are on your wish list, check out 7123 Davis Road in Waxhaw NC.  It's a beautifully updated ranch/basement on nearly six acres. Learn more... Fall in love with this private hideaway on almost six acres. This beautifully updated ranch with unfinished basement has a wooded setting where every window reveals a leafy paradise. A covered front entry welcomes you inside. A new architectural roof was installed on this home in 2011. The unfinished basement area includes two bays for garag... 09/29/2011

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The following Fall Events are coming to Waxhaw, NC on the week-end of October 8th and 9th. October 8th you can enjoy.. Waxhaw The 8th Annual Autumn Treasures Arts and Crafts Festival 85 plus Artists and Crafters will be demonstrating their wares. A Food Court A space for Children to enjoy = The KIDZ Zone. Live entertainment Car Show....Approximately 75 cars will be shown. October 9th you can enjoy.. The 2nd Annual BBQ Cook-Off.   Grill and Chill on Main! Public tasting. Kansas City Barbeque Society sanctioned competition...KCBS See who wins...prize money of $5000. to $6000. to winner. This is going to be a great week-end to get out with family and friends and visit downtown Waxhaw.  There will be something for everyone to enjoy. Judith Parker, CRS, GRI Keller Williams www.CharlotteHomeI... 09/24/2011

In January 2011 a 5 year old boy was mauled and killed by a couple of dogs.  Since then there have been many meetings to discuss appropriate measures and ordinances for the people who live in Waxhaw, NC.  The first draft in March was overly restrictive.  After several more meetings and discussions there was a vote and all agreed. Here are the final agreed upon ordinances for Waxhaw, NC. You are allowed 5 dogs per acre. License fees are set on an annual basis. Professional breeders and animal rescuers are excluded from the restrictions concerning the number of dogs allowed. Escalating civil fines from $100. to $500. Seizure for violations. Penalties apply for maintaining dangerous dogs. Cats are excluded. Hopefully these new ordinances will maintain safety for owners and their pets. Judi... 09/20/2011

Today I was out and about in Union county and have driven by this equestrian center many times, so today I actually stopped and took a couple of pictures. "Cedarhill today encompasses 40 acres of fields, streams, rings, barns, and paddocks. Home to over 50 horses including boarders, school horses, and horses in training, there is always something going on!" I was so disappointed today for there were no horses grazing in this pasture.  Many times there are beautiful horses with their warming blankets moving about this pasture. To get more information visit... Cedarhill Farm Judith Parker, CRS, GRI Keller Williams www.CharlotteHomeInfo.com jparker@kwcharlotte.com 09/12/2011

If you are a US citizen and plan on traveling or moving to another country, here is a program that you should know about. The US government provides a free program called the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). The Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is a service provided by the U.S. Government to U.S. citizens who are traveling to, or living in, a foreign country. STEP allows you to enter information about your upcoming trip abroad so that the Department of State can better assist you in an emergency. STEP also allows Americans residing abroad to get routine information from the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. Here is the link https://travelregistration.state.gov/ibrs/ui/ To sign up https://travelregistration.state.gov/ibrs/ui/pages/common/CreateAccountStart.aspx  Happy T... 09/12/2011

The Great Waxhaw Train Wreck of 2010 One of the significant features of Waxhaw NC is the set of train tracks that splits the historic downtown down the middle.  Beautiful old commercial buildings and Victorian homes rise above the tracks.  A historic wooden bridge spanning the tracks at one end of the town offers a wonderful view of the town and its railroad. In July of 2010, one of the trains that moves through Waxhaw wrecked just outside the downtown area.  Six grain cars derailed and closed Highway 75, the main arterial through the town.  Luckily no one was hurt but businesses, neighborhoods and town officials had to work together with the railroad to re-open the street. Drive through downtown Waxhaw today and you’ll see a sculpture that commemorates this spirit of cooperation after ... 09/08/2011

Cureton in Waxhaw NC Real Estate Market Report—2011 Mid-Year Review Located in historic Waxhaw NC, Cureton is a 380-acre mixed use development where you can find a single family home or a townhome.  Cureton residents can use the 4000 square foot amenity center with water park and community lake or walk to the nearby community shopping center with grocery store, restaurants and banks. Cureton Real Estate Market Comparison A detailed comparison of the 2011 year-to-date real estate market in Cureton can be found in the tables below.  What can Cureton buyers and sellers learn from these statistics? Both single family and townhome prices have continued to drop in 2011.  Single family median prices are down 3.8% from 2010 while townhome prices are down 16.8%.  I believe that single family pri... 09/01/2011

Lawson homes for sale, housing data and links for neighborhoods real estate listings in Waxhaw. The following report numbers are market averages for “sold” properties (as noted in the MLS), using recorded Lawsonhome sales.   LawsonHousing Market Report: January, 2010-August 2011: Status # of Homes Listing Price Sold Price Days on Market Active 10 $305,916   52 Pending 4 $304,218   85 Status=SOLD         2010 24 $322,176 $309,928 116 2009 22 $369,813 $347,245 137 OUR LINKS ARE UPDATED DAILY, but will not work with AOL browsers.     *  Waxhaw Homes for Sale     *  Weddington Homes     *  Matthews Real Estate for Sale     *  South Charlotte Homes for Sale     *  Ballantyne Homes for Sale     *  Homes for Sale in Indian Trail     *  Homes for Sale in Marvin If you are a homebuyer or seller... 08/25/2011

Woodhall homes for sale, housing data and links for neighborhoods real estate listings in Waxhaw. The following report numbers are market averages for “sold” properties (as noted in the MLS), using recorded Woodhallhome sales.   WoodhallHousing Market Report: January, 2010-August 2011: Status # of Homes Listing Price Sold Price Days on Market Active 3 $1,379,633   151 Pending 0       Status=SOLD         2010 5 $1,143,760 $1,084,900 97 2009 15 $622,123 $576,740 64 OUR LINKS ARE UPDATED DAILY, but will not work with AOL browsers.     *  Waxhaw Homes for Sale     *  Weddington Homes     *  Matthews Real Estate for Sale     *  South Charlotte Homes for Sale     *  Ballantyne Homes for Sale     *  Homes for Sale in Indian Trail     *  Homes for Sale in Marvin If you are a homebuyer or selle... 08/25/2011

Walden at Providence homes for sale, housing data and links for neighborhoods real estate listings in Waxhaw. The following report numbers are market averages for “sold” properties (as noted in the MLS), using recorded Walden at Providencehome sales.   Walden at ProvidenceHousing Market Report: January, 2010-August 2011: Status # of Homes Listing Price Sold Price Days on Market Active 6 $1,387,333   142 Pending 0       Status=SOLD         2010 1 $1,150,000 $1,140,000 25 2009 2 $1,100,000 $935,000 113 OUR LINKS ARE UPDATED DAILY, but will not work with AOL browsers.     *  Waxhaw Homes for Sale     *  Weddington Homes     *  Matthews Real Estate for Sale     *  South Charlotte Homes for Sale     *  Ballantyne Homes for Sale     *  Homes for Sale in Indian Trail     *  Homes for Sale in ... 08/24/2011

The Gardens on Providence  homes for sale, housing data and links for neighborhoods real estate listings in Waxhaw. The following report numbers are market averages for “sold” properties (as noted in the MLS), using recorded The Gardens on Providencehome sales.   The Gardens on ProvidenceHousing Market Report: January, 2010-August 2011: Status # of Homes Listing Price Sold Price Days on Market Active 1 $650,000   162 Pending 0       Status=SOLD         2010 0       2009 1 $599,000 $600,000 31 OUR LINKS ARE UPDATED DAILY, but will not work with AOL browsers.     *  Waxhaw Homes for Sale     *  Weddington Homes     *  Matthews Real Estate for Sale     *  South Charlotte Homes for Sale     *  Ballantyne Homes for Sale     *  Homes for Sale in Indian Trail     *  Homes for Sale in Marvin I... 08/24/2011

Kingsmead  homes for sale, housing data and links for neighborhoods real estate listings in Waxhaw. The following report numbers are market averages for “sold” properties (as noted in the MLS), using recorded Kingsmeadhome sales.   KingsmeadHousing Market Report: January, 2010-August 2011:   Status # of Homes Listing Price Sold Price Days on Market Active 2 $799,900   80 Pending 0 $     Status=SOLD         2010 11 $728,845 $673,773 70 2009 10 $819,060 $750,600 225 OUR LINKS ARE UPDATED DAILY, but will not work with AOL browsers.     *  Waxhaw Homes for Sale     *  Weddington Homes     *  Matthews Real Estate for Sale     *  South Charlotte Homes for Sale     *  Ballantyne Homes for Sale     *  Homes for Sale in Indian Trail     *  Homes for Sale in Marvin If you are a homebuyer or sell... 08/24/2011

Providence Ridge  homes for sale, housing data and links for neighborhoods real estate listings in Waxhaw. The following report numbers are market averages for “sold” properties (as noted in the MLS), using recorded Providence Ridgehome sales.   Providence RidgeHousing Market Report: January, 2010-August 2011:   Status # of Homes Listing Price Sold Price Days on Market Active 0 $     Pending         Status=SOLD         2010 3 $413,967 $405,500 189 2009 0       OUR LINKS ARE UPDATED DAILY, but will not work with AOL browsers.     *  Waxhaw Homes for Sale     *  Weddington Homes     *  Matthews Real Estate for Sale     *  South Charlotte Homes for Sale     *  Ballantyne Homes for Sale     *  Homes for Sale in Indian Trail     *  Homes for Sale in Marvin If you are a homebuyer or seller, ... 08/23/2011

  Walden Pond  homes for sale, housing data and links for neighborhoods real estate listings in Waxhaw. The following report numbers are market averages for “sold” properties (as noted in the MLS), using recorded Walden Pondhome sales.   Walden PondHousing Market Report: January, 2010-August 2011: Status # of Homes Listing Price Sold Price Days on Market Active 3 $618,300   152 Pending 0 $     Status=SOLD         2010 6 $453,050 $422,117 55 2009 6 $489,200 $421,833 274 OUR LINKS ARE UPDATED DAILY, but will not work with AOL browsers.     *  Waxhaw Homes for Sale     *  Weddington Homes     *  Matthews Real Estate for Sale     *  South Charlotte Homes for Sale     *  Ballantyne Homes for Sale     *  Homes for Sale in Indian Trail     *  Homes for Sale in Marvin If you are a homebuyer or ... 08/23/2011

Anklin Forrest  homes for sale, housing data and links for neighborhoods real estate listings in Waxhaw. The following report numbers are market averages for “sold” properties (as noted in the MLS), using recorded Anklin Forrest home sales.   Anklin Forrest  Housing Market Report: January, 2010-August 2011: Status # of Homes Listing Price Sold Price Days on Market Active 3 $353,333   92 Pending 0       Status=SOLD         2010 12 $408,430 $384,526 108 2009 4 $357,198 $346,500 151 OUR LINKS ARE UPDATED DAILY, but will not work with AOL browsers.     *  Waxhaw Homes for Sale     *  Weddington Homes     *  Matthews Real Estate for Sale     *  South Charlotte Homes for Sale     *  Ballantyne Homes for Sale     *  Homes for Sale in Indian Trail     *  Homes for Sale in Marvin If you are a h... 08/23/2011

Email isn’t any less personal than any other form of communication. It may feel that way because, unlike a telephone or a face-to-face meeting, there isn’t any direct and immediate feedback. But your inbox is your inbox. Which means, you don’t want to spend your time sifting through hundreds of unsolicited and incomprehensible messages any more than anyone else.Which brings us to email marketing. Having a successful email-marketing campaign means putting yourself in your contact list’s shoes. If you were on the other end of the send button, would you be interested in what you are sending out? If not, it’s time to rethink your email strategies.Here are a few things to remember when launching an email-marketing campaign …Get Permission and Be Specific: The first, and most obvious way, to ... 08/23/2011

Quellin homes for sale, housing data and links for neighborhoods real estate listings in Waxhaw. The following report numbers are market averages for “sold” properties (as noted in the MLS), using recorded Quellinhome sales.   QuellinHousing Market Report: January, 2010-August 2011: Status # of Homes Listing Price Sold Price Days on Market Active 12 $364,075   91 Pending 2 $282,500   236 Status=SOLD         2010 21 $349,224 $336,749 116 2009 13 $353,108 $339,569 131 OUR LINKS ARE UPDATED DAILY, but will not work with AOL browsers.     *  Waxhaw Homes for Sale     *  Weddington Homes     *  Matthews Real Estate for Sale     *  South Charlotte Homes for Sale     *  Ballantyne Homes for Sale     *  Homes for Sale in Indian Trail     *  Homes for Sale in Marvin If you are a homebuyer or se... 08/22/2011