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Trump Investing In Charlotte Real Estate
June 29, 2009
Donald Trump believes that buying commercial real estate in Charlotte, North Carolina is a good investment. It’s nice to see that others are finally starting to see what we who live in Charlotte have known for quite a while. You can read the Charlotte Observer story about why Donald Trump is considering buying Charlotte real estate rather than building new buildings.
I have been preaching to people about all the money that is going to be made in real estate over the next five years. I’m not talking about making money as a Realtor… I’m talking about investing in existing real estate.
WAIT… Don’t stop reading now!
I know, I know, you are thinking, I don’t have any money to invest in real estate now… and I’m NOT going to take money out of my IRA or the stock market to start investing in real estate… heck, I can’t even sell my own home to buy what I really want to live in… much less invest in real estate!
That’s the golden phrase, “I can’t even sell my own home to buy what I really want to live in.” While there are plenty of really good opportunities to invest in real estate today the best one for almost everyone is to upgrade the home they are now living in!
Think of it this way, there is a very high chance that your home is going to appreciate from today’s value over the next…
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Designer Decorated Home for Sale in Highland Creek!
June 28, 2009
This immaculate home offers all the bells and whistles. The two-story entrance foyer features gorgeous hardwood flooring. The formal living and dining rooms flow together to provide ample space for entertaining. This is a must see kitchen with the solid surface counters, smooth cook-top range, wall oven and microwave plus a generously sized breakfast area. The great room offers a wonderful view of the extensive landscaping in the back yard and a cozy gas log fireplace. There’s a home office or fifth bedroom conveniently located on the main level with direct access to a full bath! Upstairs you’ll find a charming master retreat with a deep cove ceiling and luxurious master bath with a garden tub and separate shower. All of the secondary bedrooms are spacious and offer great closet space. The bonus room will accommodate all your needs, whether it’s a media…
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Christenbury Hall - Best Selling!
June 26, 2009
Great News for North Charlotte!
Reported from the MLS, as of mid June 2009 Christenbury Hall is the areas best-selling community over $500,000 in the Northeast Charlotte/Concord/Davidson region.
You can learn…
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Charlotte, North Carolina to Honolulu, Hawaii… Non-Stop!
June 25, 2009
Want to go to Honolulu? How about a direct flight from Charlotte, North Carolina?
Well, by the end of the year you will be able to do just that thanks to US Airways! They will begin having a non-stop flight from Charlotte, North Carolina to Honolulu, Hawaii in mid-December 2009. This year alone US Airways has added three international non-stop flights from Charlotte’s Douglas Airport — the southeast hub for US Airways. Earlier this year non-stop flights to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and Paris, France were made available from Charlotte, Douglas Airport. Here you can learn more about the…
Home For Sale in Prosperity Ridge
June 24, 2009
This home is conveniently located…to EVERYTHING!
This single family home in the heart of north Charlotte is conveniently located to shopping, schools, churches and several major highways. This quaint neighborhood does have easy access to all your needs but also provides you with the charming area you desire. The extensive landscaping sets this home apart from the rest. The rock bordered gardens and flowering bushes will be enjoyed from your rocking chair front porch. Inside you’ll find hardwood flooring on the entire main level. There’s a gorgeous formal dining room with an upgraded chandelier. The great room and kitchen are open and provide ample entertaining space. The second staircase off the kitchen leads you to an amazing bonus room with a walk-in storage closet! The master retreat has…
New Jobs in Charlotte Help Real Estate Market
June 21, 2009
That’s right… there are 1,014 new jobs coming to Charlotte in the near future. Neighborhood Assistance Corp. of America (NACA), a nonprofit community advocacy and homeownership organization, plans to hire these positions soon. The total hirings will take about five years to complete.
NACA Hiring Explained
New jobs and a reduction in the nuber of layoffs is exactly what the Charlotte real estate market needs these days. Further, over the next five years NACA plans to invest $4.5 million in Charlotte as part of an expansion. Thanks to the One North Carolina Fund, which provides financial assistance though local governments NACA is receiving a $1 million grant. The goal of One North Carolina Fund is to stimulate economic activity and create…
Immaculate Executive Home on Premium Lot!
June 20, 2009
Home for Sale in DAVIS LAKE
Immaculate Executive Home on Premium Lot!
Located in the desirable Davis Lake this home offers all the bells and whistles. Step inside to find gorgeous hardwood flooring on most of the main level. The elegant formal living and dining rooms are perfect for entertaining. This charming kitchen has been upgraded with ceramic tile counter tops, marble tile breakfast bar, ample cabinets and over sized table area. The great room offers a cozy gas log fireplace, the picture windows look out over the well maintained lawn with flowering trees and bushes. The master retreat is certainly worth a visit, there’s a generously sized…
Thinking of Selling Your Home? Act Fast!
June 19, 2009
Best Time To Sell Real Estate
That’s right, this is the best time to sell real estate. How so? Well, there is no sense in looking at the past and saying, “wow, we should have sold our home then!” If you are saying that then you have already missed the boat. However, there is only one thing worse than missing the boat… want to know what that is? Okay… the only thing worse than missing the boat is to miss the boat at your second opportunity!
The Real Estate Surge
Most people know that there is a small surge in buyer activity right now. Sure the interest rates for mortgages has much to do with this but there is something on the horizon that will change the Real Estate picture in the near future. The coming change will be bad for sellers because it will change the value of real estate throughout the country… especially in higher priced homes.
The Coming Problem for the Real Estate Market
What I’ve been talking about for several weeks was just announced by CNN today. “an avalanche of specialized adjustable rate mortgages, known as option ARMs and Alt-A mortgages, are slated to reset over the next 18 to 24 months, and rising unemployment causes a surge in the number of prime mortgages going into default.” They continued, “All of this is expected to trigger…
Summer Fun in Highland Creek
June 18, 2009
The summertime is full of fun in Highland Creek! Check out these events.
Movies in the Highland Creek Park
Saturday, June 20th (rain date 6/27)
Showing: Madagascar Escape 2 Africa.
Movie begins at dark. Free popcorn will be served!
4th Of July Parade
Saturday, July 4th, 2009 at Highland Creek Prosperity Park, 9:00 - 10:30 am.
Decorate your bike, tricycle or wagon and ride alongside a Firetruck!
Parade line-up begins promptly at 9:00 am and will depart at 9:15 am.
Judging and prizes will begin once the entire Parade returns to Prosperity Park.
Prizes will be awarded to “Best in Show”, “Most Patriotic” and “Most Original”
Adult Bingo at Highland Creek Golf Club
Friday, July 17th at 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Player’s Grille at Highland Creek
$1.00 per card
Ages 21 and up
Come at 6:30pm and enjoy free appetizers while they last. Beverages will be available for purchase.
Seats are available on a first come first served basis.
Many great prizes to win!
No registration required
Mid-Summer Pool Luau Tween Dance
Thursday, July 30th at 7:00 - 10:00 pm
Prosperity Park Pool in…
Is Neutral Good for Selling? The Ramsey Group
June 15, 2009
Real Estate agents for years have been preaching neutral, neutral, neutral in your choices of paint and carpeting. There’s a new trend that lends to bright bold colors. Take some time this weekend and visit a model home and you’ll see for yourself the latest and greatest color schemes. While the bolder colors are impressive a shade or two off can leave a freshly painted room looking…well, quite odd. The model homes look grand because everything within the home goes perfectly with the color choices. So, where does that leave us? Back to the basics, yes, neutral, neutral, neutral. It can be completely overwhelming to walk into a paint store and try and pick just one! The Ramsey Group is here to help! We’ll suggest paint colors and even provide you with references of qualified paints that our past clients have used with success.
Do it yourself!
How to Choose Paint Colors
If you’re looking to save money, and these days who isn’t? There are many…
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