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Property Tax Relief Options Offered By North Carolina

Did you know that some North Carolina homeowners can benefit from one of three state programs that offer property tax relief? It's true! If you are a disable vet, low-income, or elderly, you might qualify for property tax relief! Deferral Program for Disabled or Elderly Homeowners The first program is a deferral program. It makes it so that eligible property owners can defer their property taxes to pay at a future date. Many choose to use this program until they sell their property. It … Continue reading...

Millennials Flock To Charlotte From Out Of State

Millennials are less likely to relocate than earlier generations, but when they do move, what city do they flock to? More than anywhere else, they come here to Charlotte, North Carolina. Charlotte beat out even cities like Norfolk and Seattle. We don't blame them either. Charlotte has a great deal to offer residents of any age. Plus, Charlotte's population is made up of people who moved from outside the city. It helps not to be the only outsider. Even though it's a bustling metropolis, it's … Continue reading...

Center City: Uptown Charlotte Real Estate Offers Easy, No-Commute Lifestyle

Center City, also known as Uptown Charlotte, is a real estate hot spot in North Carolina. It's a trendsetting, urban area if about 15,000 residents. This decade, Center City real estate sales boomed. Plus, 30 percent of the new residents in Center City migrated from out of state. This urban paradise is considered the most hip place to live in all of Charlotte. It offers four distinct communities: First Ward Charlotte, Second Ward Charlotte, Third Ward Charlotte and Fourth Ward Charlotte. Center … Continue reading...

Mecklenburg County’s Sportsplex at Matthews

The Sportsplex at Matthews in Mecklenburg County is one of many selling points for Mathews, NC real estate. It's an athletic facility consisting of nine synthetic turf fields, a 2,500-seat grass stadium and two grass fields. Every field at the Sportsplex are multi-purpose fields. Each accommodates various sports like football, soccer, rugby and lacrosse. The stadium features a two story field house. The field house offers locker rooms for the home team, the away team and referees. The stadium … Continue reading...

Best Way To Install A Dishwasher Under A Quartz Or Marble Kitchen Counter

Cracked marble counter from dishwasher install.

When installing a dishwasher beneath a quartz or marble counter, everything seems normal at first. Then, you get to the final mounting step. Typically, you could just mount the dishwasher to the underside of the counter so that it doesn't tip during use. But it your kitchen counter is quartz, marble or other stone, you risk cracking the quartz by attempting to mount it to the underside. Even if you have room to place plywood between the counter and the dishwasher, you could end up drilling too … Continue reading...

Which Energy Companies Power Mint Hill, NC?

Mint Hill is a lovely suburb outside of Charlotte NC. It's located in southeastern Mecklenburg and northwestern Union counties. It's also very near the Cabarrus County line. It's served by both Duke Energy Carolinas and Union Power Cooperative. Both energy providers are easy and efficient to deal with. Both allow for online or telephone enrollment. Duke Energy - (800) 777-9898 Union Power - (800) 972-6840. HOW TO GET THE POWER TURNED ON To get your lights turned on, both companies … Continue reading...

How to Spot Foundation Damage When You Look at Charlotte Homes for Sale (INFOGRAPHIC)

Whether you’re exploring homes for sale in Uptown Charlotte or you’re searching for luxury homes for sale in Charlotte, you’ll end up hiring a home inspector to make sure the house you love is in good enough condition to buy. However, it’s important that you’re on the lookout for major issues like foundation damage so you don’t fall in love with a lemon. How to Spot Foundation Damage As you’re looking at Charlotte homes for sale, check out: Windows Doors Floors Walls and … Continue reading...

2018 Interior Color Trends in Charlotte-Area Homes

The 2018 color trends are out – and here’s what you need to know if you have an Uptown Charlotte home for sale. 2018 Color Trends According to HGTV, the 2018 color trends are here. Among the hottest are purple, onyx and bright red. Using Purple Paint in Your Home Purple paint can be a beautiful color in your home, but it’s not right for every room. Because purple communicates bravery and boldness, it’s great for a room like a library… but it can be tough to work with, because it’s at the … Continue reading...

2018 Design Trends for Charlotte-Area Homes

2018 Design Trends in Uptown Charlotte Homes

If you’re looking at Uptown Charlotte homes for sale, you’re going to see the latest-and-greatest trends in design. Here’s what to watch for in 2018. 2018 Design Trends in Uptown Charlotte Homes Spa Bathrooms Resort-style bathrooms are still in, but they’re getting bigger and better. (Check out these gorgeous spa-inspired bathrooms to see what you could do when you buy a new home in Charlotte, too.) Infinity tubs, walk-in showers, and luxurious bathroom floors work together to create amazing … Continue reading...

Major Window Types in Luxury Homes

If you’re buying a custom luxury home in Charlotte, you need to know about your window options – and how to choose what’s right for you. Major Window Types in Luxury Homes There are eight major types of windows you’ll see in custom luxury homes around Charlotte. Stationary Windows Stationary windows come in a variety of shapes and sizes, but they all have one thing in common: They don’t open. They’re usually placed near operating windows, but not always. Double-Hung Windows Double-hung … Continue reading...