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Just Listed

by Heidi Hines
Charlotte NC Real Estate916 South York Street
Gastonia NC 28052

$154,900

This turn of the century full brick home has everything you could want! Hardwood floors, coal burning fireplace, tons of windows, built-in bookcase, sunroom, separate guest house and nothing but attention to detail on this stunning lot.

 

The curb appeal alone will draw you into this historic home. The rocking chair front porch is accented with brick and tile and leads to a grand family room.

 

Hardwood floors flow from the great room into the dining room and living room. Two ceiling fans, spindled rail wooden staircase and a coal burning fireplace with mantle above are the highlights of this room.  An atrium door to the outside complete the inviting family room.

 

The elegant dining room will accommodate your largest furniture. Hardwood flooring, a ceiling fan with light, a built-in bookcase and double windows make this the perfect entertaining space.

 

The spacious living room is accented with an entire wall of built-in bookshelves, two double windows, ceiling fan with light, hardwood flooring and a private entrance for your convenience.

           

Wow this completely modernized kitchen is huge! Stainless steel Maytag appliances include a dishwasher, disposal, and self cleaning gas range oven with hood.  36 inch white cabinets, white porcelain sink, formica countertops, laminate backsplash, vinyl flooring, tons of windows.  The list just goes on and on.  An atrium door from the breakfast nook opens to the driveway and backyard.

 

The bright and beautiful sunroom is perfect for your morning coffee!  Walls of windows let the light in, a ceiling fan with a light, vinyl floors and French doors leading to the outside are the highlights of this room.

 

Upstairs you will find the master bedroom suite with sitting area, two secondary bedrooms and two secondary baths.

 

This master suite will make you feel like you are on vacation! This suite will accommodate your king size bed, all of your accent pieces and more. Hardwood flooring and a sitting area with 10 windows make this room feel so romantic and inviting. The decadent bath features white cabinets, silver fixtures, a Whirlpool soaking tub, separate shower, and three windows for tons of natural light.

 

Bedroom two features hardwood flooring, a ceiling fan with light, double door closet, a coal burning fireplace and four large windows.  Bedroom three features hardwood flooring, a ceiling fan with light, and a double door closet.

 

The second bath has vinyl flooring, silver fixtures, a tub and shower combo with shower door and white cabinets.  The third bath features vinyl flooring, silver fixtures, a shower and a white cabinet sink.

 

Step into the beautiful and serene private garden located just behind the guest house.

 

The guest house is the perfect space for the in-laws, teenagers or out-of-town guests.  With a little work it can be turned into a cozy and relaxing space.  It features a family room, bedroom and bathroom. 

 

The family room features hardwood flooring, wood ceilings, wood paneling and a ceiling fan with light.  The bathroom features vinyl flooring, overhead lighting, a double door closet, tub/shower combo, white cabinet sink and access to the attic.  The bedroom features and overhead light and will need the majority of the work such as carpet, a window, and the addition of a closet.

 

Additional features include:  Blinds throughout, Spindled rail staircase with wood steps, original doors with glass knobs, laundry room on 1st floor with built in cabinets,  vinyl windows, gutters,

Market Update 2/2/12

by Heidi Hines

For the past several weeks we have seen a definite improvement in the buyer response to homes that are on the market…More and more individuals are viewing homes and showing interest in ownership.  Rates continue to be low making it continuously a great time to buy.  We have seen the current inventory continue to decrease showing a healthy absorption rate and the latest statistics show this trend continuing.  CRRA is reporting a 23.2% decrease in inventory for the week ending January 21st.  They are also reporting a 21.5% increase in Pending Sales.  This year is starting off strong in the Charlotte area with buyers out touring homes, making decisions and submitting offers.

 If you have been waiting for a great time to put your home on the market, then now is that time.    

Just Closed!!!

by Heidi Hines
Charlotte NC Real Estate 7532 Pickering Drive
Charlotte NC 28213

 

Just sold by TeamHeidi for $182,625!!!

If you are interested in buying or selling, visit us online at www.teamheidi.com or call us directly at 704-458-4636.

 

Market Update 1/26/12

by Heidi Hines

The most recent report released by the CRRA (Charlotte Regional Realtor® Association) has some very exciting and encouraging statistics.  For the week ending January 14th the Mortgage Bankers Association reported a 23% increase in applications.  Many of these submissions came from refinancing applications but this shows that people are recognizing that these rates are unbelievable.

The statistics also show that sellers are witnessing this surge in buyer activity and are listing their homes.  CRRA reports a 5.7% increase in Charlotte area listings in the week ending January 14th.  The report also shows that buyers are not only looking but making offers with a 48% increase in pending sales and a 23.7% decrease in inventory.

Now is the time to bring your home to market.  Rates are great for buyers and they are not only realizing this but are now taking advantage of it.

Just Closed!!!

by Heidi Hines
Charlotte NC Real Estate 19901 Schooner Drive
Cornelius NC 28031
 
$195,000

 

Just sold by TeamHeidi®. 

If you are interested in buying or selling a property visit www.teamheidi.com

or call us at 704-458-4636.

Monday Coffee Break 1/23/12

by Heidi Hines

INSPIRATION FOR TODAY!

"When you come to the edge of all the light you have known, and are about to step out into darkness, Faith is knowing one of two things will happen - there will be something to stand on, or you will be taught how to fly."

- "Jonathan Livingston Seagull" by Richard Bach


LEARNING TO FLY!

In the 1930's and 1940's, there were numerous women's magazines.  Ladies' Home Journal and Good Housekeeping were two of them.  They showed women in the role of the day - housekeeping.  They suggested the number of times per week the home should be dusted, scrubbed, organized, and otherwise kept spotless.  They suggested ways to look good when the "man of the house" arrived home from a tough day at the office.  In short, those magazines and their publishers set up an impossible regimen of expectations for their readers.

Many of us know women who have spent much of their lives trying to live up to the model housewife role prescribed by those magazines.  The trouble is, many of them have (or had) dreams of their own, like wanting to write, or to travel, or to participate in the freedoms only men then enjoyed.

Today, any of us can achieve our dreams.  All too often, however, we are still denied our destiny by the expectations set by others.  We are bombarded by radio, TV, CD, DVD, and WWW messages that insist we follow their example, their guidelines, or their models.  We allow our dreams to wither and die - waiting in line for their turn to blossom - never receiving the water of encouragement needed to grow and bloom.

What about your dreams?  Need some encouragement to help you "think outside the box?"  Begin by spending time with others who have already achieved their dreams. Leave your nay-sayer acquaintances behind.  Read inspiring biographies.  Pick up a copy of "Think & Grow Rich" or "The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People."  If you haven't yet learned to "fly," pick up "Jonathan Livingston Seagull" or "Illusions" by Richard Bach.

As Jonathan says in the book, "Don't believe what your eyes are telling you.  All they show is limitation.  Look with your understanding, find out what you already know, and you'll see the way to fly!"  


Just Closed!!!

by Heidi Hines
google map to real pro systems14026 Acorn Creek Lane
Charlotte NC 28269
 
Sold by TeamHeidi® for $173,000

 

If you are in the market to sell or buy a home contact us today at www.teamheidi.com

or call us at704-458-4636.

Market Update 1/19/12

by Heidi Hines

If you have been on the fence about listing your home now is the time to jump off.  The latest area statistics for the week ending January 7th indicate that buyers are out and about.  There has been a 11% increase in pending sales in the area meaning that buyers are making more and more offers on property and homes are going under contract.  There has also been a 23.9% decrease in inventory which means that now is the time to get your home listed.  More and more properties are being sold and buyers are looking at more and more homes.  Now is a great time to get your home listed and in front of these interested and motivated buyers.

As for buyers…According to Zillow:

"Zillow Mortgage Marketplace's current mortgage rates in North Carolina for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages dropped 2 basis points from 3.74% to 3.72% on Thursday. State mortgage rates today ranged from the lowest rate of 3.64% (NV) to the highest rate of 3.86% (MO). North Carolina mortgage rates today are 1 basis points lower than the national average of 3.73%.

The North Carolina mortgage interest rate on January 19, 2012, is equal to last week's average North Carolina rate of 3.72%."

Right now it is just as much as a great time to be a seller as it is to be a buyer! 

 

Just Listed in Highland Creek!!!

by Heidi Hines
Charlotte NC Real Estate6328 Wyndham Hill Drive
Charlotte NC 28269

 

$224,900

 

This home has everything you could want! Bedroom on main level, 2 car finished garage, oversized patio with brick pavers, over 2800 SF and beautiful landscaping with nothing but attention to detail on this stunning lot.

 

The curb appeal alone will draw you into this home.  The rocking chair front porch is accented with tile columns and leads to a grand foyer.

 

Very dramatic two-story foyer separates the dining room and study. The foyer has hardwood floors that flow through to the study, hallway and dining room. A huge coat closet and French doors offer some screening from the study. Side lights highlighting the front door complete the inviting foyer.

 

The oversized dining room will accommodate your largest furniture. Crown molding, chair railing and the timeless chandelier will make you the envy of your friends.

Wow this kitchen is irresistible! Appliances include a dishwasher, disposal, smoothtop electric range with self-cleaning oven and microwave above, 42 inch maple cabinets with an island and a walk-in pantry to die for. The list just goes on and on. Stainless steel sink, beautiful granite countertops, tile backsplash, and crown molding highlight the cabinetry. An atrium door from the breakfast nook opens to the oversized patio.

 

The spacious great room is outlined with a wall of windows to let the light shine through.  A ceiling fan with light, built-in shelving and the gas fireplace with marble surround are the highlights of this room.

 

Bedroom five is located on the main level and features a ceiling fan with light, double door closet and a TV niche.  The full bathroom offers a cherry cabinet sink, two-tone fixtures, ceramic tile flooring and a tub/shower combo.

 

The home office is the perfect flex space for whatever your needs are. There is ceiling fan with a light, crown molding and hardwood flooring. The room has French doors for added light and convenience.

 

  

Upstairs you will find the master bedroom suite three secondary bedrooms – one of which could also serve as the bonus room, and a linen closet providing extra storage and convenience.

 

 

This master suite will make you feel like you are on vacation! This suite will accommodate your king size bed, all of your accent pieces and more. Triple windows make this room feel so romantic and inviting. The decadent bath features dual sinks with granite countertops, maple cabinets, two-toned bath fixtures, a soaking tub, separate shower, a private water closet and a walk-in closet with built-in shelving to accommodate even the most lavish wardrobe.

 

Bedroom two features a ceiling fan with light, double door closet, and neutral carpet. Bedroom three features neutral carpet, overhead lighting and a double door.  Bedroom four is currently being used as a bonus room and features a double door entrance, double door closet with built-in closet system, neutral carpet and a ceiling fan with light.

 

The secondary bath has dual sinks, maple cabinets, silver fixtures, vinyl flooring, a separate vanity area and a tub and shower combo.

 

 

 The incredible 2 car finished garage with electric door openers and pegboard complete this home.

 

 

Additional features include:  Spectacular landscaping, Multi Zone AC and Heat, Blinds throughout, Brand new carpet throughout, Fresh paint, Fenced yard with 2 gates, 50 gallon hot water heater.

 

For more information about this home and others in your area call 704-458-4636.

 

New Listing in Highland Creek!!!

by Heidi Hines
Charlotte NC Real Estate 8423 Laurel Run Drive
Charlotte NC 28269

 

$224,900

This home has everything you could want! 2 car oversized garage, sunroom, eat-in kitchen, gorgeous landscaping and nothing but attention to detail on this stunning lot.

 

The curb appeal alone will draw you into this home. The entryway is accented with brick and leads to a grand foyer.

 

The dramatic two-story foyer has a palladium window, overhead chandelier and hardwoods that flow through to the dining room.  Side lights highlighting the front door complete this inviting space.

 

The dining room is complete with hardwood flooring and a hanging chandelier.

 

           

Wow this kitchen is spectacular! Electric range with self cleaning oven, microwave over the range, dishwasher, disposal, stainless sink, 42 inch cherry cabinets, beautiful granite countertops with tile backsplash, pantry, breakfast bar, vinyl flooring and crown molding highlighting the cabinetry.  The list just goes on and on.  An atrium door from the breakfast nook opens to the outside patio.

 

  

Just off the kitchen is the spacious great room featuring a wall of windows, a ceiling fan with light, neutral carpet and a gas log fireplace with marble surround and mantle above.

 

The bright and beautiful sunroom is perfect for your morning coffee! Currently the sunroom is being used as an office. A wall of windows let the light in is the highlight of this space.

 

The powder room has a pedestal sink, vinyl flooring, silver fixtures and a linen closet for your convenience.

 

 

Upstairs you will find the master bedroom suite, three secondary bedrooms and a bonus room.

 

 

This master suite will make you feel like you are on vacation! This suite will accommodate your king size bed, all of your accent pieces and more.  This room feels so romantic and inviting offering a walk-in closet, ceiling fan with light and neutral carpet. The decadent bath features dual sinks, cherry cabinets, a soaking tub, separate shower and silver fixtures.

 

Bedrooms two, three and four all feature a ceiling fan with light, double door closet and neutral carpet.

 

The secondary bath has cherry cabinets, silver fixtures, vinyl flooring, a tub and shower combo and a private water closet.

 

The bonus room features a vaulted ceiling and a ceiling fan with a light and is currently being used as a home theatre.

 

The incredible 2 car oversized and finished garage completes this home! Electric door openers, pegboard with shelving and side load.

 

Additional features include: Oversized patio, Spectacular landscaping, Multi Zone AC and Heat, Spindled rail staircase, Neutral decor.

 

For more information about this home and others in your area visit www.teamheidi.com or call us at 704-458-4636.

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Hines & Associates Realty
19615-B Liverpool Parkway
Cornelius 28031
Direct: 704-458-4636
Fax: 704-815-3256