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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Honoring Presidents Day 2026 With 47 Quotes From 47 American Presidents Presidents Day started in 1971 as part of the Uniform Monday Holiday Act, which was created to give American workers more three-day weekends. Over time, it’s become a day to recognize and appreciate all U.S. presidents and the impact they’ve had on our country. Since George Washington became our first president in 1789, 47 men have served in the role. Each brought his own voice, leadership style, and words of wisdom. No matter how long ago those words were spoken, many of them still ring true today. And regardless of political views, there’s something meaningful we can take from the messages they shared—lessons that still apply in 2026 and beyond.  47 Presidential Quotes/Words To Live By From 47 Presidents "Every po...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 Happy Valentine's Day 💝 from Nina Hollander with Coldwell Banker Realty in Charlotte, North Carolina This Valentine's Day, I'd like to tell my friends, family, colleagues and clients  how much I cherish and appreciate your friendships, support, loyalty and business. I am so fortunate to love what I do... assisting my clients and friends in fulfilling their quest for the American Dream of home ownership. Each of you is the HEART ❤️and soul of my business... and my heart is full of gratitude for you, for your business, for your loyalty, and for your support all these many years. I wish you nothing but love and happiness this Valentine's Day and throughout the year.   "The ache for home lives in all of us, the safe place where we can go as we are and not be questioned."... Maya Angelou Va...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Friday the 13th… Spooky or Just Silly? Is it unlucky? Lucky? Or just another excuse to blame the day for spilling your coffee? "Don't be superstitious. Nothing will happen on Friday the 13th that cannot happen on Saturday the 14th."... Unknown So on Friday the 13th do you lean into the drama of it all, or does it barely register on your radar? Some people won’t fly. Some avoid big decisions. Some swear the universe is up to something. And others? They’re just excited it’s Friday.  A Fun Little FactAny month that starts on a Sunday will have a Friday the 13th.And good news (or bad news, depending on your vibe): in 2025, there’s only one Friday the 13th! Where Did This Even Come From?Believe it or not, people weren’t always worried about Friday the 13th. The whole “unlucky” thing didn’t r...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Year of the Fire Horse: Freedom, Action, Strength, Independence Wishing all who celebrate the Lunar New Year hope and happiness in the Year of the Horse! In this New Year, and always, may peace and love fill your heart, beauty fill your world, and contentment and joy fill your days. May your new year be as bright as the lanterns that light the skies. 2026 is the Year of the Fire Horse.  The new lunar year begins February 17th. According to Chinese astrology, people born in the Year of the Horse are confident, agreeable, and responsible, but they also tend to dislike being reined in by others. They’re fit and intelligent, love physical and mental exertion. People born in the year of the horse are decisive but also easily swayed and impatient. People born in the year of the Fire Horse (19...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Find Your Charlotte Dream Home This Valentine’s Day WeekendBUT! Before you fall in love with a house…make sure you’ve found the real estate agent of your dreams. Love Is In The Air… And So Are Great OpportunitiesValentine's Day isn't just about finding the perfect partner... it's also the perfect time "find the one" when it comes to your next home. While others are planning candlelit dinners, you could be falling head over heels for a house that checks every box on your wish list.Why Valentine’s Day Weekend Is A Sweet Time To BuyHouse hunting over Valentine’s Day weekend comes with some lovely perks. With fewer buyers out shopping, you may face less competition and have the opportunity to focus on what truly "feels like home." And really, what’s more romantic than imagining your future ...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Cupid’s Expensive Arrow🏹: What Valentine’s Day Really Costs Us Valentine’s Day isn’t just about hearts and chocolate anymore — it’s also a serious hit to the wallet. Americans now drop more than $29 billion on the holiday every year, putting it right up there with the most expensive celebrations around (actually the third most expensive holiday now). The average spend will be just under $200 at $199.78. And let’s be honest: spending expectations are a big part of the pressure. According to WalletHub’s 2026 Valentine’s Day Survey, 73% of Americans expect to receive a gift regardless of cost, while over a third of people expect their Valentine to spend at least $50 on a gift. Ouch! And did you know that $2.1 billion is spend on gifts for pets? Whether you’re all-in on romance or just here...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
What Smart Home Buyers Budget For... Beyond The Mortgage Most home buyers focus almost entirely on their monthly mortgage payment when calculating what they can afford. But here's what separates buyers who thrive from those who struggle: successful homeowners budget for the COMPLETE picture from day one. Your mortgage payment is only 70-80% of what homeownership actually costs each month. There are the hidden expenses every homebuyer needs to budget for—from rising insurance and property taxes to inevitable maintenance costs.  Beyond the mortgage, successful homeowners budget for insurance, taxes, maintenance, utilities, and those inevitable repairs. Understanding these costs upfront is what allows you to build wealth through homeownership instead of feeling financially stretched. → The...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Your Coffee Has A Style...... So Does Your Home ☕ Your coffee order says more about you than you might realize — and yes, that includes your dream home style. Just for fun, let’s see what your go-to brew might say about the kind of home you love. From cozy lattes to bold cold brews, every cup comes with a personality… just like every home. Your go-to coffee order just might reveal whether you’re drawn to warm, classic spaces or sleek, modern designs. “Coffee is a language in itself.”... Jackie Chan What’s your coffee language? Take a look below to discover which home style pairs perfectly with your favorite coffee. 👇   Smooth, balanced, and effortlessly stylish—just like your favorite latte. If this is your go-to order, you’re probably drawn to modern condos with clean lines, warm neutr...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
It's Good To Be A Homeowner On Super Bowl Sunday Discover the Reasons You’ll Want to Own A  For Home Next Year's Super Bowl — Especially If You Haven’t Had That Chance Yet It's Super Bowl Sunday...watching the big game at your home with your friends and family can offer many advantages.  BUT THAT'S NOT ALL... Here are two more great reasons to be a homeowner on any Sunday, not just on Super Bowl Sunday! 1. The net worth of homeowners is 40 time higher than of renters. As you pay down your mortgage and as home values rise over time, you gain equity – and that helps grow your net worth. That’s why a homeowner’s net worth is nearly 40X greater than a renter's.   2. Real estate is the best long term investment. Real estate has outranked stocks/mutual funds, gold, savings accounts/CDs, and b...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
NATIONAL WEAR RED DAY:  February 6, 2026 It Really Is About More Than Just A Color!Help Wipe Out The "Silent Killer" Of Women By Wearing Red For Women Today! "There is a shade of red for every woman."... Audrey Hepburn Let’s Talk About Heart Disease in WomenHere’s the thing—heart disease doesn’t always come with loud, obvious warning signs. In fact, it often shows up quietly, which is why it’s earned the nickname “The Silent Killer.” And unfortunately, it’s the #1 cause of death for women. That’s why spreading the word is so important. To help raise awareness, the American Heart Association started the Go Red for Women® campaign. And every year, the first Friday in February is National Wear Red Day—in 2026, that’s February 6. It’s a day to throw on some red and show support for women’s ...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Thinking About Buying A Home In Charlotte?Now Might Be The Time... Zillow Just Named Charlotte A Top 3 City For Homebuyers In 2026 Let’s be honest: buying a home hasn’t been easy lately. With prices high and inventory tight, affordability has been one of the biggest headaches for buyers across the country. But if you’re hoping to finally catch a break, there’s some good news. Zillow just dropped a new report highlighting the most buyer-friendly housing markets of 2026—places where you’ve actually got a shot at finding a home you can afford without getting caught in a bidding war. At the top of the list? Indianapolis, Atlanta, and Charlotte. These are the metros where buyers not only have more room to negotiate but also have a better chance of finding a decent deal now—with the added bon...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Buying A Home In Greater Charlotte Can Be Hard...... Waiting Can Be Harder Buying a home is one of the biggest financial and emotional decisions most people ever make—and it’s normal to feel hesitant. Headlines talk about interest rates, prices, and market shifts, while friends and family offer conflicting advice. In the middle of all that noise, many buyers end up stuck in place, waiting for a moment that feels safer, clearer, or more “perfect.” But here’s the truth: buying a home is hard—and so is waiting. Waiting while prices creep up. Waiting while rent payments disappear each month. Waiting while uncertainty grows instead of fades. This conversation isn’t about rushing into a decision; it’s about understanding the real cost of standing still and recognizing how the right guidance c...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
February Is Responsible Pet Ownership Month 🐾AKA: a reminder that having a pet is more than cute pics and cuddles This is your friendly reminder from Nina Hollander, Greater Charlotte’s Pet-Friendly Realtor® 🐶🐱about Responsible Pet Ownership Month—because loving where you live also means taking great care of the pets who live there with you. We all love the fun parts of having pets—the snuggles, the goofy personalities, the “how are you even real?” moments. But February is Responsible Pet Ownership Month, which is basically the universe’s gentle nudge to remember that being a pet parent comes with some real responsibility, too, to ensure your pet leads a happy, healthy, and fulfilling life.   "The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are trea...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
A Groundhog Shouldn’t Decide When You Sell.Thinking Of Selling Your Greater Charlotte Home?Why Selling Your Charlotte Area Home Before Spring Makes Sense... "The groundhog is like most other prophets; it delivers its prediction and then disappears."... Bill Vaughan Every year, homeowners tune in to the groundhog’s forecast, crossing their fingers for an early spring. But when it comes to selling your home, trusting tradition over data could be a costly mistake. While spring is often seen as the “ideal” time to list, motivated buyers are active year-round—not just when the flowers bloom. In fact, listing before the spring rush can work to your advantage, with less competition, more serious buyers, and the potential for a quicker sale at a strong price. So whether the groundhog sees his s...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
National Dark Chocolate Day: February 1Celebrating Chocolate With Attitude - Rich Flavor, No Apologies!🍫February 1st is National Dark Chocolate Day, which is basically the universe giving us permission—no, instructions—to eat chocolate with confidence and a little bit of attitude. Dark chocolate isn’t here to be subtle. It’s rich. It’s dramatic. It’s slightly bitter in that I’m sophisticated and you know it kind of way. Milk chocolate might be your childhood best friend, but dark chocolate is the cool adult you met later in life who drinks espresso and owns real furniture. "White Chocolate. Intense, sweet. But not deep. Okay for prom dates or flings, but not to get serious. Milk chocolate are guys you could date for like a few months and dark chocolates are for love."... E. Lockhart Why...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Foreclosures Failed To Significantly Materialize In Greater Charlotte In 2025Are Fears About Foreclosures Overrated In Today's Housing Market? If you’ve been watching Charlotte region's real estate market hoping to snag a distressed property at a steep discount, you’ve probably noticed something: foreclosure and short sale bargains remain hard—almost impossible—to find. Despite national headlines that stir up concerns about a looming wave of distressed sales, the Charlotte region continues to tell a very different story. And in fact, the number of foreclosures nation-wide tell a similar story as in Charlotte. Even with the uptick in 2025, the US housing market is nowhere near crisis territory. The small increase in foreclosure filings in 2025 isn’t a return to crisis levels. It's a retu...
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By Brett Furniss, Charlotte Property Manager
(BDF Realty, Inc.)
“Every adversity, every failure, every heartbreak, carries with it the seed of an equal or greater benefit.”(Napolean Hill) In recent news, President Trump is working on banning institutional homebuyers (firms owning 1,000 or more residential homes) from buying more homes.  These institutional buyers (IB’s), like Progress Residential, Invitation Homes, American Homes 4 Rent, and others, own about 3% of the homes in America.  The Trump administration rationale is that IB’s with unlimited checkbooks are outbidding families for the same homes which makes achieving the American dream of homeownership harder for regular citizens.  IB’s are typically vultures in the market eagerly trying to buy affordable homes (around $200-400K in Charlotte), so there is truth in that.  After they buy them, ...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Selling Your Home "As-Is" Versus Making Repairs...Convenient Or Costly?What’s the Smarter Move? If you’re planning to sell your Greater Charlotte home in 2026, there’s one decision that comes up almost every time a homeowner thinks about selling their home.Do you sell it as-is and avoid repairs altogether?Or do you take care of a few things first so it shows better and brings in more money?In 2026, that choice matters more than it used to. Why The Condition Of Your Home Matters AgainThere are simply more homes for sale than there were a year ago. That number is expected to keep rising. Some estimates say housing inventory will increase by 10% this year. When buyers have more options, they’re more careful and more deliberate. They notice the little things again. That’s why most sellers d...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
A Home Feels Different In The Winter Turn Your Winter Home Dreams Into Reality Winter is when home stops being background noise and becomes the main event. Even in a warmer climate, winter brings a slower pace. Nights stretch longer. You’re home more. You notice what works—and what doesn’t—about the home you’re living in now. You notice: The rooms you avoid. The space that never quite feels comfortable. The feeling that you’ve outgrown your home.  A new home in the winter is about how a place feels when the day winds down... where you land in the evenings... where you wake up and start over. This is the season when people don’t just want a house—they want somewhere that feels steady, comfortable, and right. It's walking into a space that feels warm the second you open the door. It's abo...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Life Is Better With Chocolate Cake... ... Especially Today, January 27, On National Chocolate Cake Day! "My policy on cake is pro having it and pro eating it!"... Boris Johnson It's is National Chocolate Cake Day! How are you celebrating this ultimate excuse to indulge? Who doesn't love chocolate cake? I've always said if I were on death row ordering my last meal, my dessert would have to be chocolate cake! From classic recipes to creative spins, National Chocolate Day is about honoring the versatility and universal love for chocolate cake. Whether you're baking from scratch or picking up a slice from your favorite local bakery, National Chocolate Cake Day is a reminder that sometimes, life is best enjoyed one bite at a time. "Let's face it, a nice creamy chocolate cake does a lot for a...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Five Interior Design Trends Setting The Tone For 2026 2026 is shaping up to be all about space that feels like you... from cozy comfort to bold personality. Here are the five trends that will be shaping homes this year. 2026 INTERIOR DESIGN TREND #1: WARM MINIMALISMWarm minimalism is a design approach that pairs the simplicity and restraint of minimalism with cozy, human touches—think natural materials, soft textures, and warm, earthy tones. It keeps spaces uncluttered and calm while still feeling inviting, lived-in, and emotionally rich rather than stark or cold. 2026 INTERIOR DESIGN TREND #2: RICH HUESRich hues add depth, mood, and a sense of intention to a space, creating a more layered and expressive atmosphere. Deep, saturated colors—like forest green, oxblood, or indigo—bring warm...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 It’s National Compliment DayBe The Reason Someone Smiles Today "A compliment is verbal sunshine."... Robert Orben Life moves fast, no doubt about it. However, today, National Compliment Day, is a good excuse to hit pause and say something nice—out loud. A genuine compliment takes about five seconds and can stick with someone way longer than you’d expect. One thoughtful sentence can flip a bad day, boost confidence, or just make someone feel seen. So whether it’s a friend, coworker, spouse, kid, or even a total stranger, go ahead—say the nice thing. It matters more than you think and you'll probably make someone smile! "I can live for two months on a good compliment."... Mark Twain  This is my annual reminder of National Compliment Day. I remind everyone of this day every year because I...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
🎬 Lights. Cameras. L’Chaim! 🎥 The Charlotte Jewish Film Festival kicks off January 24th and runs through February 22nd. The 2026 Charlotte Jewish Film Festival is celebrating 22 years of unforgettable stories, big laughs, meaningful moments, and movies you won’t stop talking about on the drive home. What started more than two decades ago has grown into one of Charlotte’s favorite cultural traditions, bringing together films from around the world that explore Jewish life in all its forms: funny, complicated, heartfelt, surprising, and deeply human. If you think this is just “serious films,” think again—there’s comedy, drama, documentaries, and more than a few moments that will catch you off guard. You can expect films that make you: Laugh when you didn’t expect it Think harder than your ...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 The Cat’s Out of the Bag… and It Has Questions! 🐱❓🐾❓When Your Cat Has Questions, Today’s the Day to Answer Attention, cat parents! January 22nd (yes, today!) is National Answer Your Cat’s Questions Day. Anyone who knows me knows how much I love cats, which is why I share a reminder about this day every year. Today is all about bonding with your cat(s) and showing appreciation for their individual personalities. Whether they’re intently staring at you, meowing with purpose, or following you from room to room, National Answer Your Cat's Questions Day is a great excuse to pause, engage, and enjoy the special relationship you share—one question at a time. 10 Questions Cat Would Like To Have Answers For Historians believe that cats and humans have been co-habiting for some 12,000 years. Des...
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