Tag: Charlotte Homes for Sale

Still Looking for a Reason to Buy? FHA Raising Annual Mortgage Insurance Premiums

FHA Announcement: Raising Annual Mortgage Insurance Premiums Are you still in need of one more reason to kickstart the process of buying a home? You could possibly end up saving money if you choose to do so before April 2011. The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) announced this week that it will be raising its annual …

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Half of U.S. Families Can Afford Homes on the Market

According to an article published on February 1, 2011 in DSNews, a study done by Movoto.com, a real estate site based in California, more than half of American families can afford to buy a new home based on income levels and listing prices. The following is an excerpt from the article which gives insight on the reasoning behind …

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Credit Suisse Reports December Traffic: “Charlotte Buyers Lack Urgency”

According to a report released by Credit Suisse on January 6, 2011 demand in the Charlotte home market remains weak as buyers fear further price declines. Charlotte, NC is the 13th largest market in the country. The following are quotes directly from the December 2010 report for the Charlotte, NC real estate market: “Buyer traffic …

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The New Real Estate Process – Effective NOW!

Starting January 1st, a new real estate process was enacted in the state of North Carolina. This process deals with a new contract that will now be used to buy and sell homes. Originally, a potential buyer would make an offer on a property that is for sale and once the buyer and seller reach …

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Happy Holidays from Showcase Realty!

From everyone here at Showcase Realty, we are sending you our warmest wishes during this holiday season! Have a wonderful and safe time as you finish 2010, and may the start of 2011 be even better. Thank you for your continuing support and keep following us in the new year. We have bigger and better …

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Are You a First-Time Homeseller in Charlotte? Great Opportunity!

HGTV is looking for fun, high-energy, enthusiastic people in Charlotte NC who are selling their first place! Singles, couples and families selling homes of all kinds are all invited and encouraged to apply. My First Sale is kicking off its THIRD season, focusing on the trials and tribulations of preparing to sell, pricing/marketing, and ultimately …

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“For Sale By Owner” Not as Successful in 2010

Homes sold without the help of a real estate professional dropped to a record low over the past year. According to the 2010 NAR Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, unrepresented sellers made up only 11 percent of the market, down from 13 percent in 2009. Owners who sell their home without the help of …

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Interest Rate RoundUp, Mortgage Rates on the Rise

The election is over and so is the need to keep interest rates artificially low. If we absorb the pain now, we’ll be less likely to remember it during the 2012 election. Don’t wait! Rates are rising! Interest Rate Roundup for Dec. 2, 2010 from Bankrate.com Mortgages 4.71% (30-year fixed) 0.36 (average points) Here’s a …

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Our newest Short Sale Listing! Beautiful Charlotte Bungalow

Upcoming Open House in Stonehaven Subdivision!

Join us for an Open House in Stonehaven Subdivision this Saturday, December 4th! This is a joint Open House featuring six homes in the neighborhood, Showcase Realty will be presenting 6217 Ropley Court. We look forward to seeing you this Saturday! Click the flyer to view more pictures of the property: For more information, please …

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