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Union County Middle and High School Re-Assignments Approved

Good afternoon, Union County has approved the middle and high school relief for the 2008/2009 year. This is great news for communities like Callonwood and Brookhaven who will now be attending Weddington Middle and Weddington High school. Here is a link to view the re-assignment plan: http://fpc.ucps.k12.nc.us/documents/SV_Relief_Approved_Boundaries.pdf

The Best Buyers Market in 35 years!

"2008—the Best Year to Buy a Home in 35 Years!" In April of 1973, mortgage rates were about the same as they are today. Since that time, we have only had mortgage rates this low during 2001 and 2002, the height of the seller's markets where there was little inventory. In the last two major buyer's markets, one in the early 1980s and the other in the early 1990s, the rates were much higher. When I started in the business in 1978, interest rates were at 9.75 percent, en route to 18 to 21 percent in 1980. In the early 1990s, the rates were hovering in the 11 to 12 percent range. Thus, today's buyer's market, with exceptionally low mortgage rates plus a substantial supply of inventory, is the best time in decades to purchase

Ardrey Kell's Tennis team heads for the playoffs this year!

Ardrey Kell High School's tennis team is on fire this year! 2 years ago the team did not even exhist! Way to go! Ardrey Kell tennis team aims for playoffs They perform well on and off the court http://www.charlotte.com/258/story/574778.html

Drought in Charlotte, NC

After almost a year of dying lawns and landscape Union county residents will be allowed to water their lawns again starting this weekend! It has been nice having such a low water utility bill but we will love a green lawn again! Here is a link to an article in today's Charlotte Observer announcing the easing of water restrictions..... Grass, get ready for a drink Union County eases restrictions, will allow lawn-watering once a week for residents Break out the sprinklers. Starting Saturday, Union County residents can water their lawns once a week. Watering days are Saturdays or Sundays, depending on addresses. http://www.charlotte.com/union/story/574292.html

North Carolina FALL Lawn Care Tips

Whether you live in Charlotte, NC area are not - these lawn tips will help you keep your lawns in great condition through the fall and winter. Tip 1 - Apply Scotts® Turf Builder® WinterGuardTM anytime between now and the first of December. If you applied a fertilizer or a fertilizer/control combination product to your lawn earlier this season, allow 6-8 weeks between feedings
Tip 2 - Continue to control weeds in your lawn since the fall months are a great time when weed controls are more effective. Killing weeds now will mean less weeds next spring. Tip 3 - When you store your spreader at the end of the season, be sure to clean it first, by putting it in the lawn and washing off any caked-on fertilizer with a hose. Once it is dry, lubricate all moving parts and store it in your garage or shed. Tip 4 - Fall lawn diseases include rust, powdery mildew, and gray leaf spot. Learn to recognize signs of lawn disease and how to prevent and control them. Fall Yard ..(read more)

Charlotte, NC Real Estate Update

Lake Norman – The Lake continues to rock and roll with no sign of a slow down. 2 great reasons to buy now – 1. we’re at the low point of the lake now so you know exactly how good your water depth is and 2. our winters for this area are extremely mild: we get a lot of rain instead of snow/ice, and we don’t dip as much in temperature (I just aerated and overseeded my lawn last week). It is becoming more and more difficult to find a waterfront home in good condition for under $1M. Great lots start at $600K. There are options, with other nearby lakes, but we’re looking at either a longer commute or limited amenities. Fishing Forecast South Charlotte – Firethorne represents a unique opportunity – great location without the Ballantyne price tag. Innisbrooke at Firethorne is another option, a little more upscale. Piper Glen is a bit hilly but has some great architecture. Providence Country Club is ..(read more)