Nothing speaks so earnestly of Waxhaw NC market as the facts. As a local realtor, I closely watch the market in Waxhaw, NC, a suburb of the Charlotte Metro Area. I report the number of houses for sale by price, as well as the number of days per neighborhood required to sell each home. I update this quarterly; however, with the slow-down noticed around the presidential election, I researched a special post-election edition. Enjoy this FREE Home Sales & Marketing Resource. By Cindy Sweeney      http://www.cinsweeney.com Homes for sale zip code 28173:   29  $150,000-$200,000       47  $201,000-$250,000          67   $251,000-$300,000   74   $301,000-$350,000       81  $351,000-$400,000          58  $401,000-$450,000                     43  $451,000-$500,000       33  $501,000-$550,000     ... 12/06/2008

Why is Lawson's community clubhouse and amenity center reminiscent of a historic mill? The answer to this question is found in the history of the land where this Waxhaw NC neighborhood is under construction.  In fact, the developers named the community after John Lawson, an English naturalist who followed an ancient Indian trading path to the land of the Waxhaw Indians and in 1701 described the area as "Lower Providence, a land set apart."  Lawson's developers asked the Trading Paths Association (TPA) to evaluate the land prior to development.  The TPA discovered a place called "Five Forks", which was the spot where five ancient roads met above a mill site called Howard's Mill.  It is believed that a small settlement thrived at Five Forks in the mid-1700s. Lawson Community Plan and Amen... 12/03/2008

FEATURED LISTINGS Providence Downs and Providence Downs South are two adjoining luxury home communities about 1 mile south of the city limits of Charlotte in Waxhaw. This large multi-phased luxury community offers large home sites averaging nearly 1 acre in size. Many of the leading luxury home builders in the south Charlotte area have signed on as preferred builders at Providence Downs. With a very high ranked school system, great community features and beautiful community layout, Providence Downs is high on the list of places to live for families looking for luxury living. Community: Providence Downs (South) Price Range: $400's to $2.5 Million Location: Waxhaw, South of Charlotte County: Union Community Description: (South) Gated, Amenities: Club House, Playground, Pool, Recreation A... 10/25/2008

Visit historic Waxhaw NC in October and discover a number of fun and interesting things to do.   Autumn Treasures Fine Arts/Crafts Festival Stroll the streets of downtown Waxhaw NC during the second weekend in October.  Here are some things that you can do and see.   Browse the arts and crafts booths.   Shop for antiques. Listen to music.  See Waxhaw's fire engines. Museum of the Waxhaws The Museum of the Waxhaws is located just a half mile from downtown Waxhaw NC.  This museum documents the history of the Waxhaw region from 1650 to 1900.  Exhibits tell the story of the Waxhaw Indians, the area's first inhabitants, the culture of the Scots-Irish settlers who came after the Indians, Revolutionary War battles in the area, Civil War battles, the history of schools and education in the back... 10/13/2008

FEATURED LISTINGS WOODHALLWoodhall is an elegant gated equestrian themed community in Waxhaw, South of Charlotte. Residents enjoy large home sites ranging from one to two acres in sizes as well as a number of different amenities for the whole family to enjoy. If you are looking for prestige, gated privacy, large home sites and beautiful homes, Woodhall is a community you should take a look at. If you are interested in purchasing a home at this community contact: Charlottes Luxury home specialist Craig R. LePage at 704-618-2412 Community: Woodhall Price Range: $500's to $3 Million Location: Waxhaw / South of Charlotte County: Union Community Description: Gated, Equestrian   Amenities: Club House, Equestrian Facilities, Gated Community, Playground, Pool, Recreation Area, Tennis Courts   ... 07/21/2008

FEATURED LISTINGS Sedgefield is a beautiful gated community in Waxhaw south of Charlotte. This Private Gated Luxury Community offers stunning homes on large home sites. Residents enjoy the tranquil sites around the community pond and heavily wooded home sites. Prices at Sedgefield range from $900k to $5 Million. For further information or a personal tour of homes at Sedgefield, contact:  Charlotte's Luxury Home Specialist Craig R. LePage at 704-618-2412. Community: Sedgefield Price Range: $900's to $5 Million Location: Waxhaw / South of Charlotte County: Union Community Description: Gated Private   Amenities: Pond, Gated Entry   Home Site Sizes: 2 to 5 Acres Number of Home Sites: N/A Sq. Ft. Range: 4800 to 9500 Architectural Review: Yes Home Styles: Old World, Mediterainian, Transition... 07/19/2008

I can assist you with all your Waxhaw real estate needs. 07/07/2008

If you are considering selling your home in the Waxhaw area, please consider using a Realtor who actually lives, works and plays in Waxhaw, like myself. 07/05/2008

FEATURED LISTINGS Kingsmead is a luxury home community located in Waxhaw just south of Charlotte. It convenient location offers suburban life with just a short drive into downtown Charlotte. Excellent Union Country taxes and quality schools lay the ground work for families looking for the perfect place to settle. Home sites average about 0.4 acres and homes prices range from $700's to $1.25 Million. Residents enjoy over 90 acres of green space, fishing pond, walking trails, Basketball Courts, Pool, Club House, Children's Playground and Tennis Courts. For further information about Kingsmead luxury home community contact: Charlotte Luxury Home Specialist Craig R. LePage  at 704-618-2412   Community: Kingsmead Price Range: $800's to $1.25 Million Location: Waxhaw / South of Charlotte Coun... 06/15/2008

FEATURED LISTINGS Providence Downs and Providence Downs South are two adjoining luxury home communities about 1 mile south of the city limits of Charlotte in Waxhaw. This large multi-phased luxury community offers large home sites averaging nearly 1 acre in size. Many of the leading luxury home builders in the south Charlotte area have signed on as preferred builders at Providence Downs. With a very high ranked school system, great community features and beautiful community layout, Providence Downs is high on the list of places to live for families looking for luxury living. Community: Providence Downs (South) Price Range: $400's to $2.5 Million Location: Waxhaw, South of Charlotte County: Union Community Description: (South) Gated,   Amenities: Club House, Playground, Pool, Recreation... 06/07/2008

Buying real estate is a tricky business, and buying real estate in Waxhaw, NC is no exception. When you're looking to purchase a home, a storefront or an apartment complex in this quaint country community there are a few things you should know before you sign on the dotted line.Waxhaw, located about 30 miles away from Charlotte, NC, is a living, breathing piece of history. Originally settled by the Waxhaw Indians and established by Scot-Irish and German immigrants in the 1700s, Waxhaw has grown and transformed from a small coastal community into one of the largest dining centers in the state. Visitors and residents alike will be able to enjoy its vast array of bistros, fine dining restaurants and good ol' fashioned soul food, as well as the swiftly growing industry that has taken Waxhaw... 04/30/2008

Underwriting rules are being modified just as quickly as mid-day rate prices.  Compensating factors and exceptions for income, debt ratio, credit or down-payment that used to be the "norm" may still be listed in investor's guidelines, but are unlikely to pass underwriting.  Automated underwriting is only the first step for approval.  After automated underwriting the file goes to a live underwriter, which is where new rules that haven't even been entered in the automated machines yet are being enforced.Prepare your clients in 3 ways by suggesting for them to:•1)       check their credit at http://www.annualcreditreport.com/ or http://www.myfico.com/ and gather payoff letters to prove any inaccurate credit reporting •2)       gather the most recent 30 days' paystubs, 2 yrs W2s and tax ret... 04/15/2008

Waxhaw is trying to preserve its historic appeal--one of its most often cited desirable features--by creating a historical district. In essence, any historic home owners would be restricted from certain architectural and physical changes. Waxhaw's historic downtown has been established for over 100 years and town leaders are hoping to both capitalize on that point and also maintain the tradition as a trademark for the area. Visit: http://www.charlotte.com/union/story/539065.html to read an article about the movement. 03/18/2008

Time For Fence Sitters to Jump OffInventories are beginning to drop with builders in the area and sales are starting to improve.  Why is this coming about when the press still talks doom and gloom?  Market forces.  Interest rates have showed signs of creeping up an little bit, and when inventories go down, prices adjust as well.  Speculators of further interest rate declines will notice the reversal and begin buying before they lose the advantage they have been waiting for.As builders inventory from last year fall, their prices will see the normal annual adjustments we have always come to expect in the begining of a new year.  These inventory homes will no longer be in significant competitions with resale homes, and this will begin a gradual shift in what is now a very weighted buyers m... 03/08/2008

Wow!  The Holidays have caused the time to really slip by me since my last posting. I hope all who visit me here had a wonderful time with family and friends.  And of course we all remembered our dedicated military personnel and their families, who had to endure separation at this time of year.I don't know what you have been reading lately about the economy, and particularly the housing market, but it sure seems, if you rely on the press for the news, there's more bad than good for several areas of the country.  Having said that, the pundits are still predicting recovery anywhere from the first quarter to the last quarter of 2008.   I personally have experienced new energy in the home search almost always after New Years.  Whatever the reason, a new contingent of buyers seem to come out... 12/27/2007

Wishing all who read this a great Holiday Season and a tremendous 2008. To those I have worked with and worked for, thank you for a great 2007. For those of you that I have not yet had the pleasure of meeting, I look forward to meeting and working with you / for you in 2008.God bless you and your family this holiday season.-----------------------------------------This Holiday Wish is brought to you by Ed Nailor, of The Ed Nailor Mortgage Team. Dedicated to educating, inspiring and assisting in the American Dream. - "when time and money really matter"Ed Nailor We know Charlotte Mortgage Loans704-651-8704 Phone or visit http://www.ednailor.com/ 12/24/2007

Partner Services Ed Nailor Mortgage Loan Specialist Residential - Investment - Commerical 10801 Johnston Rd - Suite 213 - Charlotte, NC 28226 - 704.248.8694 Phone - 704.644.0258 Fax   Apply  |  Mortgage Loans  |  Featured Homes  |  Local Information  |  Credit  |  Blog  |  About 1st Metro CHARLOTTE ROCKS! So have you heard enough of all the impending doom and gloom tied to the real estate market? Folks, if you listen to the national news, you'd be making the wrong decisions today! You gotta dig for the reality.. and that is that real estate is really local. This basically means that you can't judge what's going on in your neighborhood by what you see on the nightly news in California! If you live in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding areas, you will want to read this! Forbes Magazine ha... 12/10/2007

Now is the best time to buy a home in Waxhaw. Why? There are several good reasons:Mortgage Rates in WaxhawMortgage rates in Waxhaw are the lowest they have been in years and will be rising soon. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have already announced changes that will impact home loan rates and cause them to jump. Experts, including myself foresee this happening very soon, so locking in a low mortgage rate now would be a great move allowing you to get the best home loan!Homes for Sale in WaxhawRight now, there is a great selection of homes for sale in Waxhaw. This has created a buyer's market in Waxhaw that we have not seen in a very long time! By acting now, you may get the best deal in Waxhaw real estate that you will ever get. Sellers are Negotiating Deals in WaxhawThis means that in addit... 12/02/2007

An interesting article appeared in Friday's Charlotte Observer. Due to copyright laws, I can not do a simple copy/paste, so I will do my best to summarize for you. The article can be found online at http://www.charlotte.com/, at least for the time being.In an article titled "Price trends? Area stats among nation's best", columnist Allen Norwood brings out some very interesting details. According to this article, the National Association of REALTORS (NAR) issued a press release that had said that in the South, the Charlotte region (known as Charlotte-Gastonia-Concord) had the strongest SFR price increase. The current average according to the information was at $220,100 which is UP 11% from a year ago. According to the article, the press release was from earlier last week, and covered the... 11/25/2007

Waxhaw, NC is one of my favorite places this time of year. With the seasons changing and the holidays approaching, the southern charm of Waxhaw just stands out! The friendliness of the people really comes to life!As you drive around Waxhaw you will see the holiday spirit coming to life. Lights are going up, decorations are being put in place and trees are getting trimmed for the holidays. And with such a diverse mix of cultures in the area, you are bound to see an interesting mix of holiday celebrations.And while the holiday shopping season is beginning as well, folks in Waxhaw seem to have a smile on their face. The southern charm of this city already makes it a wonderful place to live, but add the holiday spirit on top of that and you just can't help but make new friends!While many pe... 11/19/2007