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Luxury Homes in Charlotte North Carolina

Here I combine links to some of my best posts about these communities, to Live Home Listings on this page– hopefully between the two, you’ll be able to get a good feel for the neighborhood, even from a distance. While not 100% comprehensive, it offers a good place to start, pictures are thumbnails so click to enlarge. In full disclosure, we have  luxury listings in the Sanctuary, and in The Palisades. However we like All of these areas, and they each have their own strengths and weaknesses. Let us be your Luxury Buyer Agent, we know the areas, the homes and the players. We believe in research, multiple bids, and lowering the risks through low offers.

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Luxury Homes in Myers Park, Southpark,

Like to see one today? Call Terry at 704-351-1519.

Myers Park Homes- Luxury In-town elegance

Myers Park traditional luxury living close to Charlotte, Queens Blvd, Heritage, tall hardwoods, very close to hospitals and Uptown Charlotte- SEE Live Listings behind the pictures!!!

from highest to lowest price

Showing properties 1 - 3 of 189. See more Myers Park community real estate.
(all data current as of 5/17/2012)

  1. $2,995,000 : 2301 Radcliffe Avenue, Charlotte
    Photo of 2301 Radcliffe Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28207 (MLS # 2034829)
    6 beds, 5 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 26,136 sqft
    Year built: 1955
    Parking spots: 3
    Walk Score®: 46
    Listed with HM Properties
    MLS #: 2034829
    Status: Active
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  2. $2,850,000 : 2118 E Queens Road, Charlotte
    Photo of 2118 E Queens Road, Charlotte, NC 28207 (MLS # 2083688)
    5 beds, 5 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 28,750 sqft
    Year built: 2003
    Parking spots: 2
    Walk Score®: 32
    Listed with HM Properties
    MLS #: 2083688
    Status: Active
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  3. $2,750,000 : 625 Hermitage Court, Charlotte
    Photo of 625 Hermitage Court, Charlotte, NC 28207 (MLS # 869045)
    7 beds, 6 full, 2 part baths
    Lot size: 33,106 sqft
    Year built: 1913
    Walk Score®: 72
    Listed with HM Properties
    MLS #: 869045
    Status: Active
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Southpark

the heart of south Charlotte… Is Southpark our 2nd downtown? Many say so, the 4th largest business district in the state, the # 1 high-end shopping center, if you like Manhattan, you would like Southpark. Summer concerts in the park, the best restaurants, and more.

Southpark Luxury Homes a page dedicated to Southpark

Southpark Homes for Sale

Zip Code 28211

Showing properties 1 - 3 of 82. See more 28211 zip code real estate.
(all data current as of 5/17/2012)

  1. $1,295,000 : 2701 Tanglewood Lane, Charlotte
    Photo of 2701 Tanglewood Lane, Charlotte, NC 28211 (MLS # 2084413)
    4 beds, 3 full, 2 part baths
    Lot size: 14,810 sqft
    Year built: 2001
    Parking spots: 2
    Walk Score®: 17
    Listed with HM Properties
    MLS #: 2084413
    Status: Active
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  2. $1,849,000 : 3419 Foxcroft Road, Charlotte
    Photo of 3419 Foxcroft Road, Charlotte, NC 28211 (MLS # 2083564)
    6 beds, 7 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 27,443 sqft
    Year built: 2008
    Parking spots: 3
    Walk Score®: 26
    Listed with HM Properties
    MLS #: 2083564
    Status: Active
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  3. $1,375,000 : 2200 Sharon Lane, Charlotte
    Photo of 2200 Sharon Lane, Charlotte, NC 28211 (MLS # 2083521)
    5 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 2.20 ac
    Year built: 1953
    Parking spots: 3
    Walk Score®: 29
    Listed with CottinghamChalkHayes, Realtors
    MLS #: 2083521
    Status: Active
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Homes for Sale in Southpark

Zip Code 28209

Showing properties 1 - 3 of 13. See more 28209 zip code real estate.
(all data current as of 5/17/2012)

  1. $850,000 : 2137 Colony Road, Charlotte
    Photo of 2137 Colony Road, Charlotte, NC 28209 (MLS # 2084059)
    5 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 12,632 sqft
    Year built: 1936
    Parking spots: 2
    Walk Score®: 69
    Listed with Keller Williams South Park
    MLS #: 2084059
    Status: Active
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  2. $950,000 : 1436 Maryland Avenue, Charlotte
    Photo of 1436 Maryland Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28209 (MLS # 2083974)
    4 beds, 3 full baths
    Lot size: 12,197 sqft
    Year built: 1955
    Parking spots: 3
    Walk Score®: 55
    Listed with Dickens Mitchener & Assoc. Inc
    MLS #: 2083974
    Status: Active
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  3. $849,000 : 349 Tranquil Avenue, Charlotte
    Photo of 349 Tranquil Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28209 (MLS # 2055506)
    4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 9,148 sqft
    Year built: 2007
    Parking spots: 4
    Walk Score®: 86
    Listed with Helen Adams Realty
    MLS #: 2055506
    Status: Active
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Southpark Homes

Zip Code 28210

Showing properties 1 - 3 of 37. See more 28210 zip code real estate.
(all data current as of 5/17/2012)

  1. $2,450,000 : 6804 Medinah Court, Charlotte
    Photo of 6804 Medinah Court, Charlotte, NC 28210 (MLS # 2085026)
    5 beds, 5 full, 2 part baths
    Lot size: 2.37 ac
    Year built: 1985
    Parking spots: 3
    Walk Score®: 15
    Listed with Dickens Mitchener & Assoc. Inc
    MLS #: 2085026
    Status: Active
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  2. $899,900 : 4032 Winterberry Place, Charlotte
    Photo of 4032 Winterberry Place, Charlotte, NC 28210 (MLS # 2082917)
    4 beds, 5 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 23,958 sqft
    Year built: 1984
    Parking spots: 3
    Walk Score®: 15
    Listed with CottinghamChalkHayes, Realtors
    MLS #: 2082917
    Status: Active
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  3. $1,249,000 : 7601 Baltusrol Lane, Charlotte
    Photo of 7601 Baltusrol Lane, Charlotte, NC 28210 (MLS # 2082580)
    5 beds, 4 full baths
    Lot size: 27,443 sqft
    Year built: 1978
    Parking spots: 2
    Walk Score®: 15
    Listed with CottinghamChalkHayes, Realtors
    MLS #: 2082580
    Status: Active
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Waxhaw Luxury Homes

Estate homes with land, equestrian estates and landed gated communities in nearby (lower tax) Union County

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Waxhaw Luxury Home

Showing properties 1 - 3 of 79. See more city of Waxhaw real estate.
(all data current as of 5/17/2012)

  1. $1,179,000 : 1634 Funny Cide Drive, Waxhaw
    Photo of 1634 Funny Cide Drive, Waxhaw, NC 28173 (MLS # 998696)
    6 beds, 6 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 33,106 sqft
    Year built: 2006
    Parking spots: 3
    Walk Score®: 0
    Listed with Carolina's Realty Source LLC
    MLS #: 998696
    Status: Active
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  2. $999,900 : 7906 Skye Lochs Drive, Waxhaw
    Photo of 7906 Skye Lochs Drive, Waxhaw, NC 28173 (MLS # 2049894)
    5 beds, 4 full, 2 part baths
    Lot size: 27,007 sqft
    Year built: 2009
    Parking spots: 3
    Walk Score®: 2
    Listed with RE/MAX Executive Realty
    MLS #: 2049894
    Status: Conditional Continue to Show
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  3. $849,900 : 302 Montrose Drive, Waxhaw
    Photo of 302 Montrose Drive, Waxhaw, NC 28173 (MLS # 2049293)
    5 beds, 5 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 16,553 sqft
    Year built: 2012
    Parking spots: 3
    Walk Score®: 20
    Listed with Builder Services, Inc.
    MLS #: 2049293
    Status: Active
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Weddington Luxury Homes

Showing properties 1 - 3 of 10. See more city of Weddington real estate.
(all data current as of 5/17/2012)

  1. $799,000 : 3 Brigadoon Lane, Weddington
    Photo of 3 Brigadoon Lane, Weddington, NC 28173 (MLS # 2081344)
    4 beds, 3 full baths
    Lot size: 7.72 ac
    Year built: 1987
    Parking spots: 2
    Walk Score®: 14
    Listed with Allen Tate Company
    MLS #: 2081344
    Status: Active
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  2. $899,990 : 803 Eagle Road, Weddington
    Photo of 803 Eagle Road, Weddington, NC 28173 (MLS # 2069776)
    5 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 4.20 ac
    Year built: 1979
    Parking spots: 3
    Walk Score®: 0
    Listed with Allison & Associates Realty
    MLS #: 2069776
    Status: Conditional Continue to Show
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  3. $1,700,000 : 3410 Antioch Church Road, Weddington
    Photo of 3410 Antioch Church Road, Weddington, NC 28104 (MLS # 2076602)
    4 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 34.00 ac
    Year built: 1987
    Parking spots: 3
    Walk Score®: 9
    Listed with Helen Adams Realty
    MLS #: 2076602
    Status: Active
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Lake Norman Luxury Homes

Please use the link above for Live Active Listings at Lake Norman

Where the biggest boats play! 30-45 minutes from Charlotte and the airport, NC’s largest freshwater lake

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Showing properties 1 - 3 of 12. See more Lake Norman community real estate.
(all data current as of 5/17/2012)

  1. 2 beds, 3 full baths
    Lot size: 29,621 sqft
    Year built: 1983
    Parking spots: 3
    Walk Score®: 14
    Listed with ERA Knight Realty
    MLS #: 2082182
    Status: Active
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  2. 3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 28,053 sqft
    Year built: 2000
    Parking spots: 2
    Walk Score®: 6
    Listed with RE/MAX Executive Realty
    MLS #: 2081656
    Status: Active
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  3. 4 beds, 3 full baths
    Lot size: 1.04 ac
    Year built: 1995
    Parking spots: 3
    Walk Score®: 3
    Listed with Lakeshore Realty, Inc.
    MLS #: 2077891
    Status: Active
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Lake Wylie Luxury Homes

Please use the link above for Live Active Listings at Lake Wylie in North and South Carolina

Convenient, close by Charlotte, beautiful sunsets, to the airport from 20 minutes!

Showing properties 1 - 3 of 265. See more city of Lake Wylie real estate.
(all data current as of 5/17/2012)

  1. 0 beds, 0 baths
    Lot size: 29,185 sqft
    Walk Score®: 9
    Listed with Builder Developer Advisors Inc
    MLS #: 2052642
    Status: Active
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  2. 0 beds, 0 baths
    Lot size: 40,946 sqft
    Listed with Builder Developer Advisors Inc
    MLS #: 769556
    Status: Active
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  3. 0 beds, 0 baths
    Lot size: 1.06 ac
    Listed with Builder Developer Advisors Inc
    MLS #: 769555
    Status: Active
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Luxury Estate Living at the Sanctuary-

15 minutes to the airport, 20-25 minutes to Uptown, Privacy-large acre estates from 3 to 10 acres,  elegance in a natural setting . Some Waterfront on Lake Wylie available to build on. Charlotte’s finet custom builders build here.

Showing properties 1 - 3 of 52. See more The Sanctuary community real estate.
(all data current as of 5/17/2012)

  1. $1,199,000 : 13844 Claysparrow Road, Charlotte
    Photo of 13844 Claysparrow Road, Charlotte, NC 28278 (MLS # 2084016)
    5 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 2.40 ac
    Year built: 2005
    Parking spots: 3
    Walk Score®: 6
    Listed with RE/MAX Executive Realty
    MLS #: 2084016
    Status: Active
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  2. $85,900 : 13015 Ninebark Trail, Charlotte
    Photo of 13015 Ninebark Trail, Charlotte, NC 28278 (MLS # 2040566)
    0 beds, 0 baths
    Lot size: 8.72 ac
    Walk Score®: 12
    Listed with Coldwell Banker United
    MLS #: 2040566
    Status: Active
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  3. $1,299,000 : 13129 Ninebark Trail, Charlotte
    Photo of 13129 Ninebark Trail, Charlotte, NC 28278 (MLS # 2081914)
    5 beds, 5 full, 2 part baths
    Lot size: 3.10 ac
    Year built: 2009
    Parking spots: 3
    Walk Score®: 11
    Listed with HM Properties
    MLS #: 2081914
    Status: Active
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The Club at Longview- Luxury Custom Homes

Charlotte’s premier country club, a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf course, close in Union County, gated, and convenient  Rea Rd access. Less than 30 minutes to Charlotte- Douglas Airport.

The Club at Longview- Luxury Custom Homes

Showing properties 1 - 3 of 7. See more Longview community real estate.
(all data current as of 5/17/2012)

  1. $1,650,000 : 8500 Bramshaw Court, Waxhaw
    Photo of 8500 Bramshaw Court, Waxhaw, NC 28173 (MLS # 2077099)
    5 beds, 5 full, 2 part baths
    Lot size: 27,007 sqft
    Year built: 2006
    Parking spots: 3
    Walk Score®: 8
    Listed with LV Realty
    MLS #: 2077099
    Status: Active
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  2. $2,600,000 : 410 Oakmont Lane, Waxhaw
    Photo of 410 Oakmont Lane, Waxhaw, NC 28173 (MLS # 2074875)
    4 beds, 4 full, 2 part baths
    Lot size: 26,136 sqft
    Year built: 2006
    Parking spots: 3
    Walk Score®: 8
    Listed with LV Realty
    MLS #: 2074875
    Status: Active
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  3. $950,000 : 506 Belle Meade Court, Waxhaw
    Photo of 506 Belle Meade Court, Waxhaw, NC 28173 (MLS # 2066141)
    3 beds, 3 full baths
    Lot size: 12,632 sqft
    Year built: 2010
    Parking spots: 2
    Walk Score®: 2
    Listed with LV Realty
    MLS #: 2066141
    Status: Active
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more pictures from Longview

I work with luxury home buyers every day. I have have helped sports figures, senior executives, and physicians find the homes and communities that were just right for them and their family.I have a strong record, in 2008 I sold the largest foreclosure sale in Charlotte, and the 2nd largest sale on Lake Wylie.

June of 2010 was a record month for my group. We helped 4 luxury home buyers buy or sell their Charlotte homes… not to mention a host of other wonderful Charlotte home buyers.

I practice no personal dual agency, so, Charlotte’s my market, and I’ll work exclusively for you.


Charlotte Job Growth on the Rebound

Charlotte Shows Stronger Job Growth Than NC

According to the economists at Wells Fargo, Charlotte employment grew 2% higher than February 2011, making it one of the strongest regions in the state in job growth which averaged 1.2%.  As bad as that sounds, it is up from an anemic statewide .5% increase in 2011! Initial jobs claims fell 11%. Statewide unemployment fell to 9.7% from 10.7% a year ago.  Export income was up 11% in the 4th qaurter of 2011, over a year earlier. Manufacturing is on the rebound with the major Siemen’s expansion in Charlotte, the additional shift hired at Daimler Benz in Belmont, and Winston-Salem’s new Caterpillar plant. For the first time in many years, manufacturing employment is growing in the state.

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Fannie Mae earns $2.7B in first quarter 2012,

the first profit since way back in 2008– and it is to pay back  the US taxpayers $2.8B in the form of a dividend.  This reflect several positive trends: January and February home sales were the best months in 5 years. New home builders have plans in place to build more homes since 2009. We all know mortgage rates have never been lower… and the Fed says we should expect that through 2012. We’ll see, first sign of inflation they’ll run for the hills!

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Gas prices are falling – $3.60 a gallon in some places.  Motorists are driving about 5% less miles than a year ago, andthe price of a barrel of oil remains just under $100/barrel ($98)  very near its 2012 low. I like this keep falling.

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Bank of America had its annual shareholder meeting last week in Charlotte-

a big brouhaha was expected, but never really materialized. There were many pissed off shareholders, and perhaps a few hundred demonstrators , but with so many complaints, it was hard to be heard. Six were arrested, but the police had room for hundreds of arrestee’s.

Does Bank of America Keep its Headquarters in Charlotte?

This burning question was made clearer by the State of NC  passing Amendment One, which many believe would ban employers from giving benefits to same sex couples. B of A is one of the most gay friendly corporations in the US and has  a “Headquarters in Waiting” Building in New York, and a CEO who lives in Boston, so you get my point, they already had one foot out the door.   That vote may just close the door on the Bank of America headquarters in Charlotte NC.

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Great Road Trips from Charlotte

Things To Do, Road Trips From Charlotte NC,

is first in a series of my families adventures here over the last 19 years.  We are “outdoor” types, so hiking, general exploring, rock climbing (limited by our children ) and a whole lot of out door adventures await.

Maggie Valley

West of Asheville,  Maggie Valley has  fun for just about everyone- hiking, fishing, rafting, swimming holes abound just east of the Great Smokey Mountain National Park along NC 19, and just west of Nantahala and Pisgah National Forest.  We’ve visited Maggie Valley in the spring, summer and fall, staying in rental cabins from 1 night to 3 nights.

One of our favorites is the Nantahala Outdoor Center, or NOC.  Arrive early, and watch the little 6-8 in deep creek turn into a frothing 25′ wide crekk/river  before your eyes as the water is turned on from Fontana Lake.   Rent a kayak and they’ll drop you off up stream on this child-friendly river.   We went with tow “older” boys- 10 and 12, and the two younger girls, one with each parent.  All wore life vests and were capable swimmers. Located in Bryson City.

Other family favorites include the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, Tubing, panning for minerals at roadside stops – 3 year olds can do this! And you’ll always find something that amazes.

You can find just about any outdoor summer or winter sport here – and a ;lodge to go with it. Of course there is golf,  but also horseback riding, cross country skiing in the winter, too many hiking trails to count. Bikers usually mean motorcycle riders as many of the Maggie Valley roads offer some the most scenic bike rides in the east.

For more things to do visit www.maggievalley.org

 

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3 Mother’s Day Ideas in Charlotte

If you are like me, you sometimes struggle to come up with new ideas for Mother’s Day. Here are three outings that will cost a fraction of dinner costs, and maybe more fun for all.   Then don’t forget to pickup some carry out, don’t ever make her cook on Mother’s Day!

Visit the Lazy 5 Ranch in Mooresville

If any of you have seen the movie The Zoo, with Matt Damon,  you’ll love the Lazy 5 Ranch in Mooresville

8.50 for adults, 5.50 for kids, and it is Only cash, no cards.  Wagon rides are extra. Some GPS get it wrong, so check these directions here

Pan for Gold at Reed’s Gold Mine

This privately held mine will let you pan for gold for $2.00 per person.   About 30 minutes east of Charlotte, Reed’s Gold mine was the first big hit of gold in the US, predating the the 49′er gold rush, and a major reason we had a US Mint, and now have a Federal Reserve Branch in Charlotte. “Children” aged 3-45 love to pan for gold and other minerals,  a true fun for the whole family activity.  Closed Sundays, you’ll need to go Saturday, or make time this week.

Mom’s get in Free at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden

If your mom has a green thumb, or just enjoys nature, take her to Belmont to visit the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. Enjoy the 380 acres of manicured gardens, fountains and Orchids, set on Lake Wylie.   The first 250 Mom’s will take home a potted plant and several artists will be making Tiffany Style stained glass each day this weekend. Open 9-3, the art starts at 10 am. Call ahead (704-829-1252)  for a picnic basket and make a day of it.

 

I know I said 3, but a 4th is a favorite too- have you been to the new Bechtler Museum of Modern Art in Charlotte? if not, go this weekend and mom’s get in Free. Uptown, at the South Tryon Cultural center, the orange building, you can’t miss it.

 

 

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Vote NO on Amendment One

Folks, usually I don’t like to write  things that might offend people, but honestly,  Amendment One is extreme, “only recognized union.”  It is bad for business – we won’t be able to recruit top companies, and some may leave the state;  it’s not against gay marriage, there is already a law for that, and last – as a Southern state we should have long learned that the State Constitution is NOT the place to enshrine bigotry of any kind.

We in the business community bear a special responsibility to speak out- the first Republican controlled state House and Senate in 100 years could not have come about without the approval or acquiescence  of the business community.  The business community voted for a pro-growth, pro-business government- not the narrow religious interest represented by Amendment One.

There are threats to traditional marriage, but not from committed couples who want the same rights as married folks. Vote No today in the last day of early voting, or Vote Tuesday Against Amendment One, but Vote NO, and have your co-workers and family get out and vote as well.

 

 

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Graduates- What They Won’t Tell You!

My youngest daughter Amy graduates from George Washington University this year and sent me this article. This is a great piece of journalism from the Wall Street Journal, Charles Wheelan.

Class of 2012,

I became sick of commencement speeches at about your age. My first job out of college was writing speeches for the governor of Maine. Every spring, I would offer extraordinary tidbits of wisdom to 22-year-olds—which was quite a feat given that I was 23 at the time. In the decades since, I’ve spent most of my career teaching economics and public policy. In particular, I’ve studied happiness and well-being, about which we now know a great deal. And I’ve found that the saccharine and over-optimistic words of the typical commencement address hold few of the lessons young people really need to hear about what lies ahead. Here, then, is what I wish someone had told the Class of 1988:

1. Your time in fraternity basements was well spent.

The same goes for the time you spent playing intramural sports, working on the school newspaper or just hanging with friends. Research tells us that one of the most important causal factors associated with happiness and well-being is your meaningful connections with other human beings. Look around today. Certainly one benchmark of your post graduation success should be how many of these people are still your close friends in 10 or 20 years.

2. Some of your worst days lie ahead

for more go to… http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052702304811304577366332400453796.html

this article reminds me of a favorite book, popular a few years after I graduated, over 30 years ag0- Mark McCormick’s, “What They Don’t Teach You at Harvard Business School“  Notes from a Street Wise Executive, another must read for our graduates.

This uncertain economy it extremely tough on our young people. Statistics show that only about 50% will gain employment,  a setback that will be with most of them for life. We simply need more jobs. More jobs next month, next year. Business can help. I heard yesterday that the Disney corporation has 7,000 interns. Really? Why aren’t 6000 of those entry level jobs? Because unemployment is so high, they can.

IT is an election year and we need to elect politicians that have plans for jobs, and hold them accountable. If we try something and it doesn’t work- recognize it, and move on to something else.  But keep trying.   This will be the 4th graduating class in this recession/depression, it is time to get them, and the many others unemployed, back to work.

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Canoe and Kayak Olympic Trials

A Glorious Day at the US National Whitewater Center 

It was a spectacular day on the water for the the paddler’s and the fans as thousands came to watch the first step in choosing the US and Canadian Whitewater National teams- those who will compete for gold medals this summer in the London Summer Olympics.

For many, it represents a lifetime of preparation and work, for others, it is there first major competiton as one 13 year old, and one 16 competed for the first time.

I’ll let the pictures and competitors tell the story:

 

 

 

 

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Things to Do in Charlotte This Weekend: April 6 – 8

Things to Do in Charlotte: April 6 – 8 | About Charlotte

There’s always plenty to do on the weekends (and during the week as well) in Charlotte, and this upcoming weekend is no exception!  I’ve hit some of the highlights below, what are your plans?  Let us know in the comments

Red Hot Chili Peppers & Santigold - Fri, April 6th

Flea and the gang are hitting Charlotte’s Time Warner Cable Arena in the heart of Charlotte’s Uptown this Friday with breakout sensation Santigold opening for them.  Tickets range from $47 – $70 and can be purchased through TicketMaster (yuck!).  If you’ve never seen the Red Hot Chili Peppers, you’re in for a show!  I can’t speak to Santigold but if the stories are true, she knows how to rock out as well. (photo by davies)

 

Charlotte Bobcats vs. Atlanta Hawks - Sat, April 7th

So the Charlotte Bobcats haven’t had the best season, but watching their games live is an experience & a half!  The stadium rises quickly so there’s literally not a bad seat in the house (I could read player’s names on their jersey from the second to last row).  Tickets to the game start at $15, very affordable for a night of fun!  (photo by daysofthundr46)

 

 

Free Community Easter Egg Hunt - Sat, April 7th

It’s that time of the year again! Visit the 3rd annual Rural Hill Easter egg hunt from 10am – 2pm this Saturday for all of you Easter egg hunt needs (map).  While the event has grown each year it remains free to the general public.  They are asking that you RSVP this year by calling 704-875-3113.  Happy hunting! (photo by phild41)

 

 

Discovery Place IMAX - Fri – Sun

The Discovery Place IMAX is a constant source of quality IMAX movies.  They’re currently running Tornado Alley, Born to Be Wild & Mummies: Secrets of the Pharaohs.  Tickets start at $5 for members & are $10 for non-members. (photo by Justin Ruckman)

 

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Things To Do March 30th | Charlotte About Town

Family Easter at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater

Have Easter at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater with the whole family for free!  Easter egg hunts, games, inflatable bouncer, a live band and so much more!   Call (704) 598-9800  for more details.    The event is on Easter Sunday and starts at 9am.

 

Easter Egg Hunt

Get your picture made with the Easter Bunny and join in the Easter Egg Hunt at the Crossing Paths Park in Indian Trail!   Get your face painted and have fun with the whole family for FREE on Easter Sunday starting at 10am.   Call (704) 821-5401  for more detail.    The address is 120 Blythe Drive
Indian Trail, NC 28079.

Jerry Seinfeld

America’s funniest and loved comedian for decades, Jerry Seinfeld, is coming to Charlotte!!!    Best know for his TV show Seinfeld, he is now touring so you can miss this one!   Coming to Oven Auditorium on April 5th.  The show is from 7pm to 9pm.   Buy your tickets today 1-800-745-3000!!

 

Daughtry

American Idol’s Daughtry is touring to show off his new album Break the Spell and is coming to Charlotte!     He is helping raise awareness for Africa by donating $1 from every ticket sold to Malaria No More.   He will be playing at Ovens Auditorium on April 9th show starts at 7:30pm.     Call 1-800-745-3000 to purchase tickets by phone.

 

Olde Mecklenburg Brewery’s 3 Year Anniversary Party!

Join them for an Anniversary Celebration with live music and plenty of beer on tap!   This free event will be held at the Brewery on Friday the 30th from 4p-10p.   They are located 215 Southside Drive, Charlotte, NC 28217.

 

Vietnam Vet Homecoming Celebration!

Most of our Vietnam Vets never got the special honor of having a welcome home celebration upon coming home from war so Carolina is having a long overdue Homecoming for them!   Hosted at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Saturday the 31st at 9am.    Join in to honor them or someone you love!   If you have any questions call 704-455-3200.  The Speedway is located at 5555 Concord Parkway South, Concord.

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Rachel grew up in Charlotte, but has lived all over the United States, and is recently back from the West Coast. You may know her as a Yoga instructor. She believes in keeping a healthy life style mentally and physically. She loves the outdoors and the city, traveling and meeting new people.If you see her about town with her camera, say hello. Have an event? Send us a note here

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Matthews Homes for Sale Under $200,000

Matthews Real Estate Under $200k

The suburb of Matthews is a great place to raise a family.  Close in to town? Check! Great neighborhoods? Check! Small town charm? Matthews has it in spades.  With only a 20 minute drive to downtown & 30 to the airport (quick access to 485), Matthews is a popular spot which many families call home.  And don’t worry, there’s still plenty to do within Matthews!

Whether you’re hitting the Siskey YMCA (this is not your typical Y; lots to do for all ages), shopping in downtown Matthews or heading to Matthews Alive, there’s plenty to do in Matthews.

My family lived in the Matthews area for over a decade & I can truly say we loved it.  If you’re looking for a place to call home, check out Matthews homes for sale under $200,00 below.  Want to change your search criteria? Try our Advanced Search.

Showing properties 1 - 15 of 148. See more Matthews < $200k.
(all data current as of 5/17/2012)

  1. $135,000 : 340 Mcleod Street, Matthews
    Photo of 340 Mcleod Street, Matthews, NC 28105 (MLS # 2085338)
    3 beds, 2 full baths
    Lot size: 20,909 sqft
    Year built: 1966
    Parking spots: 3
    Walk Score®: 62
    Listed with Keller Williams BallantyneArea
    MLS #: 2085338
    Status: Active
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  2. $135,000 : 1039 Brenham Lane, Matthews
    Photo of 1039 Brenham Lane, Matthews, NC 28105 (MLS # 2085049)
    2 beds, 1 full bath
    Lot size: 13,939 sqft
    Year built: 1985
    Parking spots: 1
    Walk Score®: 14
    Listed with JDW Properties of NC Inc
    MLS #: 2085049
    Status: Active
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  3. $197,000 : 8830 Hadco Lane, Matthews
    Photo of 8830 Hadco Lane, Matthews, NC 28105 (MLS # 2085023)
    3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 9,583 sqft
    Year built: 2002
    Parking spots: 2
    Walk Score®: 31
    Listed with Rawson Realty, LLC
    MLS #: 2085023
    Status: Active
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  4. $104,000 : 423 Fence Post Lane, Matthews
    Photo of 423 Fence Post Lane, Matthews, NC 28105 (MLS # 2085077)
    3 beds, 1 full bath
    Lot size: 2.21 ac
    Year built: 1955
    Parking spots: 3
    Walk Score®: 48
    Listed with Realty Brokers LLC
    MLS #: 2085077
    Status: Active
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  5. $179,900 : 1206 Cindy Carr Drive, Matthews
    Photo of 1206 Cindy Carr Drive, Matthews, NC 28105 (MLS # 2084933)
    3 beds, 2 full baths
    Lot size: 12,632 sqft
    Year built: 1991
    Walk Score®: 2
    Listed with Allen Tate Company
    MLS #: 2084933
    Status: Active
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  6. $195,000 : 1523 Sweetgum Lane, Matthews
    Photo of 1523 Sweetgum Lane, Matthews, NC 28105 (MLS # 2085104)
    4 beds, 2 full baths
    Lot size: 14,375 sqft
    Year built: 1997
    Parking spots: 2
    Walk Score®: 31
    Listed with Keller Williams BallantyneArea
    MLS #: 2085104
    Status: Active
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  7. $139,900 : 10135 Ashley Farm Drive, Matthews
    Photo of 10135 Ashley Farm Drive, Matthews, NC 28105 (MLS # 2049283)
    3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 9,148 sqft
    Year built: 1995
    Parking spots: 1
    Walk Score®: 18
    Listed with Dickens Mitchener & Assoc. Inc
    MLS #: 2049283
    Status: Active
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  8. $159,900 : 13960 Idlewild Road, Matthews
    3 beds, 2 full baths
    Lot size: 1.10 ac
    Year built: 1968
    Parking spots: 2
    Walk Score®: 15
    Listed with Century 21 Providence
    MLS #: 2084678
    Status: Active
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  9. $135,000 : 13658 Idlewild Road, Matthews
    Photo of 13658 Idlewild Road, Matthews, NC 28105 (MLS # 2084424)
    3 beds, 2 full baths
    Lot size: 33,977 sqft
    Year built: 1950
    Parking spots: 2
    Walk Score®: 23
    Listed with Keller Williams University Cty
    MLS #: 2084424
    Status: Active
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  10. $188,000 : 717 Bethune Place, Matthews
    Photo of 717 Bethune Place, Matthews, NC 28105 (MLS # 2084151)
    3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 15,682 sqft
    Year built: 1979
    Parking spots: 2
    Walk Score®: 17
    Listed with Allen Tate Company
    MLS #: 2084151
    Status: Active
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  11. $152,000 : 745 Trail Ridge Drive, Matthews
    Photo of 745 Trail Ridge Drive, Matthews, NC 28105 (MLS # 2084014)
    3 beds, 2 full baths
    Lot size: 13,547 sqft
    Year built: 1985
    Parking spots: 2
    Walk Score®: 29
    Listed with Shell Realty Services, Inc
    MLS #: 2084014
    Status: Active
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  12. $179,500 : 1145 Hammond Drive, Matthews
    Photo of 1145 Hammond Drive, Matthews, NC 28104 (MLS # 2084073)
    3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 5,489 sqft
    Year built: 2004
    Parking spots: 2
    Walk Score®: 25
    Listed with Golf Realty, Inc
    MLS #: 2084073
    Status: Active
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  13. $107,600 : 6020 Sapwood Court, Matthews
    2 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 1,742 sqft
    Year built: 2000
    Parking spots: 2
    Walk Score®: 42
    Listed with Exit Realty South
    MLS #: 2083477
    Status: Active
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  14. $107,600 : 6020 Sapwood Court ,Unit #38, Matthews
    Photo of 6020 Sapwood Court ,Unit #38, Matthews, NC 28104 (MLS # 2083508)
    2 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 1,442 sqft
    Year built: 2000
    Parking spots: 2
    Walk Score®: 42
    Listed with Exit Realty South
    MLS #: 2083508
    Status: Active
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  15. $105,000 : 8451 Big Creek Court ,Unit 193545-58, Matthews
    Photo of 8451 Big Creek Court ,Unit 193545-58, Matthews, NC 28105 (MLS # 2083525)
    2 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Lot size: 1,200 sqft
    Year built: 2007
    Parking spots: 2
    Walk Score®: 32
    Listed with Century 21 Bowden Realty
    MLS #: 2083525
    Status: Active
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NASCAR Hall of Fame!

NASCAR Hall of Fame!!! 

Charlotte really has it all and we love NASCAR so located uptown we have the Hall of Fame!    The groundbreaking for the building started Jan. 25 2007.   Opening day was May 11th 2010!   You can imagine the fans pouring in from all over to view this big day!   What an exciting thought to have a museum in Charlotte for NASCAR!

This huge building of 150,000 square ft has 40,000 square ft of exhibits for fans.   Families can enjoy hands on exhibits, videos, moving memorials of nascar, educational programs for adults and kids and authentic artifacts!   There is a 12minute film on the history of nascar you can watch in their theater that seats 275.    You can rent out an area for a reception or a dinner.     They go all out for Race Week with updates on everything going on in nascar.   Visit their shop for tons memorabilia for everyone in the family.    Check out Glory Road with its 18 hisotoric cars and walk the ramp that feels just like the real thing since it is at 14 and 33 degrees!

The Hall of Fame is a MUST see!   Every year a selected commitee and also you the fans vote for five inductees to go up on the Hall of Fame!    These inductees are honored for their hard work and dedication to the sport.    To become eligible they must have been in NASCAR for 10 years and retired for 3years.    Or if they are a non-driver they must have been working for NASCAR for 10years unless a special case is made.    They narrow down the vote to 25 people then fans and select voters have a chance to add only 5 out of the 25 each year.     The first votes were made in 2010 for the following five men were added to The Hall of Fame:  Bill Frances, Sr. Founder and 1st President of NASCAR from 1948-1972,  Bill Frances, Jr.  President of NASCAR from 1972-2003,  Richard Petty  7 Sprint Cup wins,  Dale Earnhardt 7Sprint Cup championship,  Jr. Johnson  50wins and 6championships.

The admission is $19.95 and there are discounts for seniors, military and kids.  Children under 5 are free!   They are located at 400 E. Martin Lurther King blvd, Charlotte NC 28202.

Visit Charlotte’s NASCAR Hall of Fame for the experience of a life time!

 

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Rachel grew up in Charlotte, but has lived all over the United States, and is recently back from the West Coast. You may know her as a Yoga instructor. She believes in keeping a healthy life style mentally and physically. She loves the outdoors and the city, traveling and meeting new people.If you see her about town with her camera, say hello. Have an event? Send us a note here

 

 

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