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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
CHARLOTTE DESSERT WARS 2024AMERICA'S LARGEST DESSERT FESTIVAL IN CHARLOTTE ON SEPTEMBER 14   "Life is uncertain. Eat dessert first." - Ernestine Ulmer  Charlotte Dessert Wars return to the Queen City on Saturday, September 14th. This sweet event, billed as America's Largest Dessert Festival, is taking place at Charlotte's Park Expo located at 2500 East Independence Boulevard.   "Dessert is like a cloud that melts in your mouth." - Jodi Picoult Do you love desserts? Is your dining philosophy  "that there is always room for dessert?" Then you should head over to Charlotte's Dessert Wars on September 14th. You'll be able to sample sweets from some 50 competitors who will be vying for the People's Choice Championship in Charlotte and later in October for the national championship.          ...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
HAPPY GRANDPARENTS DAY! "Grandparents, like heroes, are as necessary to a child's growth as vitamins."... Joyce Allston National Grandparents Day is celebrated annually on the first Sunday after Labor Day in the United States. So in 2024, that's today, September 8th. Established in 1978 by President Jimmy Carter, the National Grandparents Day honors the vital role grandparents play in families and society. Today's the day to recognize their wisdom, love, and contributions to the lives of younger generations. Grandparents often serve as caregivers, mentors, and historians, passing down traditions, values, and stories that shape family legacies. Wishing all my fellow grandparents and great-grandparents, as well as honorary grandparents, a very happy Grandparents Day and a day filled with ...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 SEPTEMBER MIGHT BE HERE, BUT THERE'S STILL TIME TO ENJOY THE LAST DAYS OF SUMMER!  “The tans will fade but the memories will last forever." ... Unknown   Are you wondering, like I am, where the summer has gone? It feels as if summer simply flew by this year. Someone (unknown) said “summer should get a speeding ticket.” I totally agree with this sentiment! Even in Charlotte, where we will still be seeing summer-like weather for some weeks to come, you can already see the early signs of autumn with brown leaves dropping off the trees. Plenty of those leaves are on my front lawn and more of them with each passing day.  “A fallen leaf is nothing more than a summer’s wave goodbye.”... Unknown  “Summer’s lease hath all too short a date.” ... William Shakespeare   As I look forward to the com...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
50th Annual Home Tour In Charlotte's Historic Dilworth Neighborhood: September 13-14, 2024  Dilworth's Annual Home Tour returns for its 50th year on September 13 and 14, 2024. If you love visiting historic homes and gardens in beautifully preserved neighborhoods, this tour in one of Charlotte's loveliest historic neighborhoods is a "must see" and "must do."     Tickets are on sale now for the 2024 Dilworth Home Tour in Charlotte. If you love touring historic and architecturally interesting homes, if you love historic neighborhoods, you should definitely come out to the 2024 Dilworth Home Tour, Charlotte's oldest home tour in one of the City of Charlotte's oldest and most picturesque neighborhoods. 2024 marks the 50th year of this perennially popular home tour in the Queen City, which wi...
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By Nancy Braun, Professional Service, Personally Delivered
(Showcase Realty LLC)
Navigating the sale of your home in Charlotte, NC, can be daunting, but with the proper guidance and expertise, it can become a rewarding experience. Nancy Braun, a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in the real estate industry, is the Owner and Broker-In-Charge of Showcase Realty. Along with our dedicated team, Nancy is committed to delivering exceptional results. Here, we dive into the key strategies and insights to help you master selling your Charlotte home, guided by Nancy's wealth of experience.Pricing StrategyOne of the critical factors in selling your home quickly and profitably is pricing it right from the start. Nancy Braun's comprehensive understanding of the local market trends and dynamics allows us to help you calculate the best listing price for you...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
HIRING A CONTRACTOR FOR A HOME RENOVATION? 7 MISTAKES TO AVOID TO ENSURE A SUCCESSFUL OUTCOME! Are you planning a home renovation? To ensure your project’s success, it's crucial to avoid common pitfalls that can lead to stress and unexpected expenses. To help, we published a blog post highlighting seven mistakes many homeowners make:→ 7 Contractor Hiring Mistakes  Read it to learn how to: Choose the right contractor: Ensure they are qualified, experienced, and the right fit for your project. Protect yourself with a solid contract: Clearly define the project scope, timeline, and payment terms. Manage your budget effectively: Avoid overpaying and establish a fair payment schedule. Navigate the permit process: Ensure your project is compliant and avoids potential legal issues. Address any ...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Charlotte's Yiasou Greek Festival 2024: September 6-8  Time To Celebrate All Things Greek!   Charlotte's Yiasou Greek Festival is one of the Queen City's biggest and most popular cultural festivals. The festival has won many awards and accolades over the years, including, "Best Ethnic Festival," "Reader's Choice Best Annual Festival," Charlotte Magazine's "Best International Festival," "Best of the City Festival," "Best of the Best/Best Cultural Festival," and more. Charlotte has been enjoying "all things Greek" for over 40 years at the Yiasou Greek Festival. Is it any wonder that some 50,000+ Charlotteans have attend the festival in past years? This hugely popular festival began in 1970 as a simple church fundraiser. Eight years later, the Yiasou Greek Festival expanded to a 3-day form...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 HAPPY LABOR DAY TO ALL MY FELLOW AMERICANS, WHO AS ROBERT BURNS SAID..."DARE TO BE HONEST AND FEAR NO LABOR."  This Labor Day weekend, we honor and celebrate the contributions that hardworking Americans have made to our country. "There is joy in work. There is no happiness except in the realization that we have accomplished something."... Henry Ford Nina Hollander with Coldwell Banker Realty in Charlotte, thanks all her amazing clients, colleagues, friends, and families for your business, your trust, and your friendship. I thank you for allowing me to never need to work a day in my life. I look forward to "laboring" for you in the coming year!  "No person who is enthusiastic about his work has anything to fear from life." ... Aristotle     2024 LABOR DAY FACTS BY THE NUMBERS FROM WALLE...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
SCHOOL'S BACK IN SESSION!WORRIED YOU MISSED THE BUS TO SELL YOUR HOME?   Charlotte Area Home Inventory Is STILL LOW... ... There's Still Plenty Of Time To Sell Your Greater Charlotte Home!If You've Been Thinking About Selling Your Greater Charlotte Home......Nina Hollander With Coldwell Banker Realty Can Help!     Just how low is Charlotte region's housing inventory? Charlotte Region's months supply of homes at 2.5 months keeps the Greater Charlotte area a home seller's market. When is it a good time to sell your home? The best time to sell your home is when you have the least amount of competition and when interest rates are declining. Less competition means higher visibility for your home, low days on market, and a higher sale price. MORTGAGE RATES DOWN A FULL PERCENT Days on Market r...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
HAPPY NATIONAL DOG DAY TO ALL DOGS & THEIR PARENTS FROM CHARLOTTE'S PET FRIENDLY REALTOR® HOW MUCH DO YOU KNOW ABOUT MAN'S BEST FRIEND? "A dog will teach you unconditional love."  Robert Wagner   August 26th is National Dog Day! Are you a dog parent to one or more dogs? If you are... it's your day to go out and celebrate with your dog(s) and to show them your appreciation for their unconditional love and loyalty. It's a wonderful day to do something really special with your dog(s).  It's also a great day to do something meaningful for dogs, in general, if you're not a dog parent, but a lover of dogs. NATIONAL DOG DAY DEALS “Everyone thinks they have the best dog. And none of them are wrong.” W.R. Purche National Dog Day was founded by author and animal behaviorist, Colleen Paige, in 200...
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By Nancy Braun, Professional Service, Personally Delivered
(Showcase Realty LLC)
Charlotte, NC is a thriving city with diverse neighborhoods, but few are as appealing as South Park. Known for its luxury, excellent amenities, and strategic location, South Park is a prime area for real estate investment. Whether you are looking to buy a home or invest in property, Nancy Braun and our team at Showcase Realty can assist you in navigating this challenging market.The Appeal of South ParkSouth Park is an upscale neighborhood that combines convenience, luxury, and a strong community feel. Here's what makes South Park stand out:Prime LocationSouth Park's central location provides easy access to Charlotte's Uptown business district, making it ideal for professionals. The area is well-connected by major highways, ensuring seamless commutes to other parts of the city. This conn...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 Happy 118th Birthday to Coldwell Banker!Celebrating 118 Years Of Guiding Home Buyers And Sellers Home! 118 years old and still looking good! Coldwell Banker is the oldest national real estate brand and franchise in the USA with a rich history. It remains one of the most recognizable brands in real estate to this day. For well over a century, the Coldwell Banker® brand has been guiding people to the homes of their dreams while reaching new heights of service and success. As we celebrate 118 years of excellence in real estate, we reflect on the incredible journey that began in 1906. From its humble beginnings, Coldwell Banker has grown into a global leader, helping millions of clients find their dream homes and navigate the ever-evolving and increasingly complex real estate market. For m...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Charlotte's 9th Annual Burger Week Continues All Week Until August 25th  "Burgers: the perfect balance of simplicity and satisfaction."-- Wolfgang Puck  The Queen City's popular Charlotte Burger Week is now in its ninth year. What's more quintessentially American in the summer months than a cold Coke or beer, fries, and a great burger? Who doesn't love a good burger?  "A hamburger is perfection wrapped up in a bun." -- Anthony Bourdain Through August 25th, you can try all sorts of unique, specialty burgers (which will be available for just this week) for $7 each at 25 restaurants in the Greater Charlotte area. (Price does not include sides, drinks, or gratuities; eat-in only).  Get your Charlotte Burger Week "Passport" here. "A burger is a work of art that satisfies both hunger and soul...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
IT'S BACK TO SCHOOL TIME IN CHARLOTTE: DRIVE SAFELY  Schools Are Back In Session In Charlotte, North Carolina On Monday, August 26-2024 Drive Safely In School Zones. Don't Speed In School Zones BIG Insurance Penalties In North Carolina For Ignoring School Zone Traffic Laws Schools in the Charlotte/Mecklenburg area are back in session on Monday, August 26th for the 2024/2025 school year. Keeping  children safe is a good reason, on its own, to drive safely and responsibly. But were you aware of the huge penalties in Charlotte and North Carolina if you don't obey traffic laws in schools zones, such as driving over the speed limit or passing a stopped school bus? Speeding in a school zone is punished more harshly than speeding in non-school zones. North Carolina law gives municipalities the...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 TACOS 'N TAPS FESTIVAL 2024 IN CHARLOTTE'S BALLANTYNE BOWL Tacos 'N Taps Festival 2024 in Ballantyne promises a day of indulgence and enjoyment, whether you're a taco aficionado, a beer or tequila lover, or just someone looking for a good time. So grab a taco, raise your beer, and celebrate the simple joy of good food and great company on Saturday, August 24th! "Never underestimate how much assistance, how much satisfaction, how much comfort, how much soul and transcendence there might be in a well-made taco and a cold bottle of bear."  ... Tom Robbins Charlotte's Tacos 'N Taps ALL YOU CARE TO TASTE Beer and Tequila Festival offers up some of Charlotte’s Best Tacos and Mexican Food, great dancing music and mariachi bands from Charlotte area bands, plus dueling margarita bars, hot peppe...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Top Ranked High Schools In Greater Charlotte 2024The 2024 list of the top ranked high schools in Greater Charlotte as ranked by niche.com includes public high schools, charter high schools, magnet high schools. Search for Greater Charlotte region homes by high school at www.GreatHomesInCharlotte.com. Top Schools Determine Home Values   Excellent schools are a significant determinant of home values in the Greater Charlotte area and demand for homes in certain neighborhoods. As in prior years, Charlotte/Mecklenburg, Union County, and York County had the lion's share of top rated high schools in the Greater Charlotte area. View the videos below for the rankings by type of school (traditional, charter, magnet) and for each school's grades.     TOP 10 RANKED "TRADITIONAL" PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 Nina Hollander, Charlotte's Pet-Friendly Realtor® Reminds All Dog  Parents That August 10th Is National Spoil Your Dog Day! “If you don’t own a dog, at least one, there is not necessarily anything wrong with you, but there may be something wrong with your life.” – Roger A. Caras  National Spoil Your Dog Day is all about pampering our dogs and making them feel extra special. It's believed that the origins of this day go back to the early 2000's and it's a great day to spoil our dogs with extra cuddles, treats, toys, pampering.  “Everything I know I learned from dogs.” – Nora Roberts “A dog will teach you unconditional love. If you can have that in your life, things won’t be too bad.”– Robert Wagner  13 WAYS TO SPOIL YOUR DOG ON NATIONAL SPOIL YOUR DOG DAY:Why not make your dog's day as ...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 AUGUST 2024 IS CLEAR THE SHELTERS™ MONTH IN CHARLOTTE (AND SEPTEMBER, TOO) Clear The Shelters™ Month is observing its 10th anniversary in 2024 and in honor of this milestone, the Clear The Shelters™ Month fund raising and adoption initiative has been extended through September 30th. You can help to clear Charlotte's pet shelters and save a life this month and, for that matter, any month.   August 2024 is Clear The Shelters™ Month sponsored by NBC Universal Local, in cities around the country. Clear the Shelters™ is a nationwide pet adoption initiative whose purpose is to find fur-ever homes for homeless pets. Since 2015, the Clear The Shelters™ adoption campaigns have helped more than 1 million pets find new loving homes. Animal shelters typically become overcrowded in the summer month...
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By Nancy Braun, Professional Service, Personally Delivered
(Showcase Realty LLC)
Home value determination takes into account various factors. To find a home’s value, appraisers analyze the property’s location, recent sales around it, and its unique selling points. Exploring these details helps buyers and sellers understand how the real estate market works in South Park.  Learn more about how we determine home values in this article! What Factors Influence Home Values in South Park Charlotte NC? 1. Location Houses near parks, reputable schools, healthcare facilities, retail centers, and entertainment spots come with a higher price tag. These conveniences contribute to the appeal and desirability of the neighborhood, making such properties more valuable investments.  Houses near major job centers, corporate offices, hospitals, and business districts hold premium value...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Nina Hollander, Charlotte's Pet-Friendly Realtor® Wishes All Cat Lovers & Parents A Happy & Paw-some International Cat Day! “Time spent with a cat is never wasted.”...Colette International Cat Day.... if you're a cat lover (like me), it's a great day to celebrate "all things feline!" The day is also known as World Cat Day. International Cat Day was created in 2002 by the International Fund for Animal Welfare.  The theme for International Cat Day 2024 is "celebrating cats and feline' lucky to have cats in our lives to bring more joy to our lives. "How we behave toward cats here below determines our status in heaven.”...Robert S Heilein Cats are one of humanity's oldest and most beloved pets and today are thought to be the most popular pet on the planet. As Terry Pratchett said, "in ancie...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
IT'S NATIONAL PICKLEBALL DAY!PICKLEBALL IN CHARLOTTE IS HOT, HOT, HOT!EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PLAYING PICKLEBALL IN GREATER CHARLOTTE  Pickleball in Charlotte is hot! These days it feels as if it's National Pickleball Day every day in Charlotte! People are obsessed with joining in with the pickleball craze!  But while it seems that this interest in pickleball sprang up overnight, in fact, pickleball has been around since 1965. It was invented 59 years ago as a children's backyard game on Bainbridge Island in Washington State. In 2022, pickleball was named the official state sport of Washington. Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the United States for a third year in a row and some five million people are now playing pickleball. Naples, Florida is often considered the #...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
READY TO CHECK OFF A NEW HOME ON YOUR BACK TO SCHOOL CHECKLIST? READY FOR BACK TO SCHOOL IN GREATER CHARLOTTE? READY TO SAY GOODBYE TO SUMMER & HELLO NEW SCHOOL YEAR? "I've always loved the first day of school better than the last day of school. Firsts are best because they are beginnings."... Jenny Han   Ready for back to school in the Greater Charlotte area? Ready to say hello to a new school year? This week begins back to school time in the Greater Charlotte area. Schools are back in session starting this week and over the next couple of weeks. Counties in the Greater Charlotte area each have their own approved academic year calendars. And in some counties there are individual school districts for specific towns, as well.  CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG 2024/2025 ACADEMIC YEAR SCHOOL CALENDAR...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
AUGUST IS HAPPINESS HAPPENS MONTHHAS HAPPINESS HAPPENED IN YOUR LIFE ALREADY THIS MONTH? "If you want to be happy, be."Leo Tolstoy Happiness Happens Month is dedicated to celebrating whatever makes you happy! Happiness Happens Month encourages people to take stock of their lives and try to do and think about things that make them happy and share their happiness with others. "Remember this, that very little is needed to make a happy life." — Marcus Aurelius Have you ever thought about what makes you happy? Or whether you're a happy person in general? If you haven't, here's a 7-Days Happiness Challenge. What's most noteworthy, I think, is that some of the simplest things in life can lead to being happy and letting happiness happen!  "Most folks are about as happy as they make up their min...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
TOP 4 THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE YOU CHOOSE YOUR MORTGAGE Ready to buy a home but are feeling overwhelmed by financing options? Here are the top 4 things to consider when choosing a mortgage: 📈 Credit Score: This three-digit number can significantly impact your interest rate and the types of loans you qualify for.  📊 Income & Expenses: Lenders want to ensure your income will comfortably cover your mortgage payments and other debt obligations.💰 Down Payment: The amount you put down will affect your loan options, monthly payments, and need for mortgage insurance.  📆 Lifestyle & Risk Tolerance: Your term length and interest rate type (fixed or variable) should align with your financial goals and comfort level. For more on choosing the right mortgage for your specific situation, check out my...
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