Charlotte and Lake Norman Area Active Adults

Charlotte Active Adults Enhanced Services

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 01:07:00 +0000

To better serve our customers looking forCharlotte area homes for sale and Charlotte area homes for rent, we have added 2 new websites to assist you.

To search for homes for sale around the Charlotte areas, visit our new Search.

To find your Charlotte area rental visit our new Rental Search.

To Learn all about our Property Management Services visit .Your Charlotte and Lake Norman Property Management.

As always if we can help you with Charlotte and Lake Norman area homes for sale or rent, call Roby at 704 451 7051.

FREE SCREENINGS OF HBOS ALZHEIMER’S PROJECT

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Sat, 09 Jan 2010 16:02:00 +0000

ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION AND HOME INSTEAD SENIOR CARE
PARTNER TO HOLD FREE SCREENINGS OF HBO’S
“ALZHEIMER’S PROJECT”
HOSTED BY

SOUTH IREDELL SENIOR CENTER

202 N. Church St., Mooresville, NC

MOORESVILLE, NC-The Alzheimer’s Association and Home Instead Senior Care are partnering to present screenings of HBO’s “The Alzheimer’s Project” to educate people of all ages, healthcare professionals, community members and families and their loved ones about this disease. South Iredell Senior Center is hosting the events. Both events are FREE.

“The Alzheimer’s Project” is a pioneering 4-part documentary series presented by HBO. This multi-platform series takes a close look at groundbreaking discoveries made by the country’s leading scientists, as well as the effects of this debilitating disease both on people with Alzheimer’s and on their families.

Showtimes are:

February 19, 2010 2:00pm to 5:00pm : The Memory Loss Tapes and Caregivers

February 26, 2010 2:00pm to 5:00pm: Momentum in Science Parts 1 and 2

Alzheimer’s disease is an irreversible and progressive brain disease that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills. Today, Alzheimer’s disease is the second most feared illness in America, following cancer, and affects over 5 million Americans.

The Alzheimer’s Association is the premier source of information and support for more than five million Americans with Alzheimer’s disease. Through its national network of chapters, it offers a broad range of programs and services for people with the disease, their families and caregivers and represents their interests on Alzheimer-related issues before federal, state and local government and with health and long-term providers. The largest private funder of Alzheimer research, the association has committed nearly $120 million toward research into the causes, treatment, prevention and cure of Alzheimer’s. For more information about the Western Carolina Chapter, call 800-272-3900 or visit the Web site www.alz.org/northcarolina

Home Instead Senior Care is the world leader in providing non-medical in home care for seniors. Their offices in Mooresville and Statesville provide a variety of services including: Respite Care, Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care, Transportation, Personal Care Services (bathing, grooming, mobility issues). Visit their website at www.homeinstead.com or call them locally at 704-924-9909.

Click here for our interactive brochure:

Stuart Madow

Community Service Representative

Home Instead Senior Care

P.O. Box 7138

Statesville, NC 28687

704-799-0655 Mooresville

704-924-9909 Statesville

704-929-8341 Cell

www.homeinstead.com/455

10 Easy Tips To Save Money On Your Home Heating Bills

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 21:26:00 +0000

With energy costs higher than they have ever been in recent history, it pays to find ways to reduce your home heating costs. I put together some tips that are easy, cost effective and will all add up to reduce your home heating bills by a significant amount! You don’t need to be Bob Villa either. Some take just a minute or two. Even small changes will add up to big savings over the course of this cold winter!

Here are the 10 tips that I have personally used to save on my home heating costs:

1. Head down to the basement and reduce the setting on your hot water thermostat by about 10 degrees. I wouldn’t go below 120-115 degrees. The adjustment dial is typically a red knob towards the bottom of the water tank.

2. While you are downstairs, make sure you have clean filters for your central air-heating unit. A dirty and clogged filter will force your unit to work much harder and stay on longer as it struggles to fresh air through the clogged filter to heat the rest of your house.

3. Check your air ducts for gaps, leaks or disconnects. If you have any disconnects or leaks in your ductwork, your heating bills could be 25% higher than they need to be if these gaps were sealed. If you can’t do this on your own, hire a professional. This expert can also clean your ducts for added efficiency.

4. Adjust your thermostat a few degrees lower. Believe me, this really adds up. It may not seem like much of a difference to you, but you will notice the difference when you get a lower bill each month!

5. While we are on the subject of thermostats, consider replacing yours if it is not programmable. The reason is, you can set the thermostat so the temperature setting in your house is lower at night than during the day, when you are awake. Also, if you are away at work during the day, you can set it for a lower temperature and have it programmed to start heating the house a little bit before you come home. These aren’t too expensive and are easy to install and configure yourself.

6. Insulate your attic. Heat rises, right? If your attic isn’t properly insulated, all of the heat in your house (and your money) goes right through the roof. Literally! This does require some effort on your part, but following through on this tip will save you a ton of money over the years. Measure the square footage of your attic and buy rolls of insulation, greater than R-13 but no higher than R-30. Wear a mask and gloves when working with insulation because it irritates the skin.

7. Find those leaks and cracks! If you were to add up all of the small cracks and holes in your house, they would probably add up to a small window, wide open, letting cold air in and hot air out. Take the time to find gaps in windows, doors, pipes, electrical and phone lines, your dryer duct and much more. Put weather-strips around your doors and windows. You can buy insulation foam that comes in a can with a straw at the top that allows you to fill in tight spaces. It expands to fill even the smallest cracks. Of all of the tasks, this was the most fun finding and filling these gaps all around the house.

8. Close the vents in rooms that you do not use. I have one room in my house that is not currently in use. I shut the hot air ducts and made sure the windows and doors were properly sealed to limit energy leakage. Why waste your money heating up extra square footage of your house that you don’t even use?

9. Open drapes and shades for all of your windows during the day to let the sun heat your home. In the evening, pull them back down for added insulation. It is amazing how much direct sunlight streaming into your home helps to heat things up.

10. Your fireplace can help and hurt your heating costs. If you are not using your fireplace, make sure the damper is closed. When it is closed, inspect the damper and feel if cold air is still leaking in. If you are using your fireplace, make sure the heating in the rest of your house is reduced or turned off.

Taking the time to implement these tips will drastically reduce your home heating bills. You can get most of them done in just one day, but the payoff will last for as long as you live there! I followed through on each one of these tips and the following winter, my bills were about 25% lower, saving about $100 a month! So roll up your sleeves follow these tips and start saving money on your heating costs!

Why Swimming is the Perfect Exercise for Active Adults and Seniors

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 22:57:00 +0000

There are a many reasons why swimming and water-based exercise may be the best choice for seniors. Water based exercises are second only to walking in lowest rates for injuries. They are commonly used for physical therapy modes for those recovering from major surgery.

Water also provides more options for those who are lacking in general fitness or have a prior injury that makes land based activity difficult. Finally, water based activities work the entire body, serving as a form of both strength training even as aerobic training takes place.

Swimming utilizes nearly all major muscle groups simultaneously, imparting a total body work out. Because of the inherent resistance of the water, swimming develops both muscle strength and endurance, as well as helps flexibility.

Because of its horde of effects, swimming provides almost all of the aerobic benefits of running even as it yields many of the benefits of resistance training thrown in. Because swimming does not put the strain on connective tissues that running, aerobics and some weight-training regimens do, swimming is the kind of low-impact work out that is perfect for seniors seeking to regain or maintain their fitness.

This is a sport especially gentle to those who are physically challenged. The buoyancy factor of water makes swimming the most injury-free exercise available. So it is specifically interesting to seniors, especially those with any type of joint issues. In water, a person’s body weight is reduced by 90% as compared to its weight on land. For example, a 220 pound man will weigh about 22 pounds if he is standing in chin deep water.

Exercises in water can also be done more often because of the low incidence of injuries and it is more effective for exercising the entire body as any movement in water 12 times greater resistance than movement in air.

For the elderly, water fitness is safe, fills the need for exercise, increases a body's range of motion and is a low-impact exercise.

The good news is that there are many choices with the Charlotte and Lake Norman area Metro YMCA's and they have such great deals for our active adults and seniors.

Halloween With The Grandkids

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 19:29:00 +0000

Many neighborhoods in the Lake Norman and the Charlotte area go all out for Halloween. Birkdale and Birkdale Village make it as much fun for the parents as they do the kids.

Being a parent, the hardest part is making your child happy with his/her costume. My wife and I answered that problem with this solution!

Lake Norman and Charlotte: Choosing The Perfect Retirement Home

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 15:07:00 +0000

Making the decision to move from the comfort of your own home into a retirement home is not one to be taken lightly and needs a lot of thought and preparation.

So what should be you be looking for?

Peace of Mind

Whether you are able to live without assistance or need extra care, you want to know that you're going to be getting the best and most secure facilities on offer to fit within your lifestyle.

Modern day retirement developments are thought out very carefully with special attention paid to detail, from the style of the property and its natural surroundings, to the distance from local shops, hospitals, transport and social aspects such as meeting clubs and restaurants. Security entrances, 24 hour care lines, smoke alarms and lifts are generally included and designed to make you feel secure and protected.

Independence

Special attention isn't just paid to the local amenities and facilities outside your home. In order to live as independently as possible, you need access to everything you'd expect in your own home such as enough space for storage, right down to the types of tap fittings used and the heights of units. These small details mean that you can continue to look after yourself well into your retirement.

Comfort

To be comfortable, you need to feel at home, relaxed and secure. This is mostly achieved by choosing a good quality retirement home with an active community. These tend to have residents that check on each other and have a wide range of activities.

Cost

Cost of living is obviously high on the agenda for many people. While it's usually tempting to go for the cheapest option, that's not always best.

Try to find somewhere within your budget with a clear cost structure so there are no hidden costs. Various HOA fees covering care of the grounds etc. can soon add up causing a great deal of stress and worry. Be sure to understand these fees before purchase.

You want value for money in a location suitable for you, with the facilities you need and a clear idea of what extra charges you will need to budget for. Energy efficiency should be high on the tick list too because the more efficient a property, the less costly it will be.

Location

If you are planning to retire it usually makes sense to choose a location where you already have some form of connection. For example, some people might select a location to be near to family whilst others might select a location which is close to their friends. Many choose to retire to a location because of the countryside - or indeed that very popular option, to be near the sea. Many people select a location on the basis that it is the place where they feel comfortable and of course "gut feeling" may well play an important part in that judgment.

Finally, whatever grounds you might give for selecting a retirement home, it really is worth looking around to see what's on offer. One of the best places to start is by contacting an agent that has knowledge of retirement living communities in the Lake Norman and Charlotte areas.

Long Term Care: Not For Women Only

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 13:12:00 +0000

Rhonda Halford and Diane Hartigan, Licensed Long Term Care Specialists are holding four seperate workshops.

Guest Speaker will be Kelley McGowan who has 25 years experience in Gerontology and has spoken nationally about long term care issues.

Long Term Care is not something we want to talk about? Consider this: 70% of us by 65 will require long term care. The cost of long term care today in NC is approximately $5500+ per month and the cost keeps rising.

People need to know how to avoid the very possible "What Do I Do Know?" question!

The workshops provide up to date information on:

1. How do you protect your assets and avoid being a burden on our spouse or children?

2. What will and won't Medicare cover with respect to the cost of long term care?

3. How will you pay for a nursing home should you or your spouse have need of one?

4. Can you select 'In Home Care","Assisted Living Facility Care" and Nursing Home Services?

5. Who do you turn to for help should you or your spouse suddenly need long term care?

The workshops schedules:

9/29/2009

2:00 PM Churchill Senior Living 140 Carriage Club Drive, Mooresville, NC
4:00 PM Churchill Senior Living

10/1/2009

2:00 PM Birkdale Golf Club 16500 Birkdale Commons Pkwy, Cornelius, NC
4:00 PM Birkdale Golf Club

Space is limited so please RSVP: (704) 483 2523 or email dianehartigan@gmail.com

Lake and Charlotte Area Mother In Law Suites

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 13:25:00 +0000

I am working with a client in the Lake Norman area that needs a home with separate quarters for their mother and father in laws.

As we grow older and our parents grow older with us, this trend is becomnig more and more common.

I did a thorough search of homes that specifically list separate quarters described as 'Mother In Law Suites" and found 11 homes in the Charlotte Metro area with this description.

My clients realized that looking over our entire MLS area maybe be a necessity find what they need to move and bring family with them. There are homes listed in this category from Lake Norman to Lake Wylie, Charlotte, Kannapolis and Belmont.

Prices range from $89,000 in Rock Hill SC. to 1,075,000 in the Lake Norman area.

I found one in Charlotte that is also listed as a possible short sale and the list price is $320,000.
Check out this Charlotte Area Short Sale

One thing to consider is that just because only 11 show up with this option, there are more opportunities, we just have to search for them.

If you would like to see this list of homes or to try and find other alternatives in the Lake Norman and/or Charlotte area, please feel free to contact your Lake Norman and Charlotte area agent at 704 451 7051.

Vestibular Disorders: a Lesser-Known Cause of Senior Falls

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 15:29:00 +0000

Vestibular Disorders: a Lesser-Known Cause of Senior Falls

A recent study found that of the millions of seniors with a balance disorder, many are not aware they have the condition.

One third of American adults, 69 million men and women over age 40, are up to 12 times more likely to have a serious fall because they have some form of inner-ear dysfunction that throws them off balance and makes them dizzy, according to Johns Hopkins experts.
Among the other key findings of the three-year survey and study on the subject by the Johns Hopkins team are that a third of this group, or more than 22 million, were unaware of their vulnerability, having had no previous incidents of disequilibrium or sudden falls to suggest that anything was wrong.

In the survey, published in the May 2009 Archives of Internal Medicine, these asymptomatic people were six times more likely to suffer a potentially fatal fall than people with a healthy sense of balance, whereas people already experiencing symptoms of imbalance had a twelve-fold increase in risk.

Accidental falls are among the leading causes of death in the elderly, killing an estimated 13,000 seniors each year in the United States and resulting in more than one and a half million visits to hospital emergency rooms, experts say.

"Vestibular imbalances need to be taken seriously, because falls can be fatal and injuries can be painful, leading to long hospital stays and resulting in significant loss in quality of life," says Lloyd B. Minor, M.D., director of otolaryngology/head and neck surgery at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Minor says that recent government reports estimate that fatal falls in the elderly cost the U.S. Medicare program nearly $1 billion in hospital charges, and those injured with broken bones cost an additional $19 billion.

Survey Confirms Age, Diabetes Increase Chance of Balance Problems

More than 5,000 men and women over age 40 participated in the survey, which took three years to complete and involved specialized exams and balance testing to find out who had vestibular dysfunction, its early signs and symptoms, and who did not.

The survey confirmed that 85 percent of men and women over age 80 had an imbalance problem, 23 times more than people in their 40s. And people with diabetes were 70 percent more likely to suffer from vestibular problems. Researchers say this is likely due to damage done by high blood sugar levels to the hair cells in the inner ear that facilitate balance control, and to the long-term damage from diabetes to the inner ear's small blood vessels.

Says Minor, "Our survey shows that balance testing needs to be part of basic primary care, and that all physicians need to be monitoring and screening their patients for vestibular dysfunction so that we can take preventive measures to guard against falling."

At Present, Few Seniors Are Tested

Lead study investigator Yuri Agrawal, M.D., says one reason for the large numbers of undiagnosed and untreated individuals is that balance testing requires specialized training, and the tests take more time and effort to perform than other diagnostic or screening procedures.

As part of the new survey, study participants were subjected to a half dozen key tests of unsteadiness, including physical exams. Balance function was assessed by subjects' ability to stand upright with and without visual cues, such as being able to stand upright while wearing a blindfold or with their eyes closed, or by not needing to use their arms to maintain balance while standing on a foam-padded mat.

If a Balance Disorder is the Diagnosis, What Can Be Done?

Minor points out that physical rehabilitation exercises can aid people with vestibular dysfunction. Balancing and walking exercises can be used to train the brain to compensate for inner-ear deficits and episodes of dizziness. One such exercise has unsteady people practice standing on one leg, while resting the other leg on a Styrofoam cup and trying not to crush it. Another exercise has people turning their head while walking.

People with vestibular dysfunction can also take preventive steps to avoid falls in their homes, such as installing guard rails along stairs or hallways where a fall might occur, making sure rooms are well lit, and removing carpeting in places where people are more prone to trip.

The team's next steps are to evaluate screening tools for identifying as early as possible which people are at a heightened risk of falling. Further study is needed on other potential risk factors, such as sleep patterns and nutrient deficiencies. Various rehabilitation techniques should also be examined to pinpoint which techniques work best at preventing falls, which is so important to allow seniors to live longer and healthier lives.

Visit the Johns Hopkins Center for Hearing and Balance site to view a short video about the study.

Source: Johns Hopkins Medicine. Funding for this study was provided in part by The Johns Hopkins Hospital. The National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys are funded directly by the National Institutes of Health.

If you are looking for real estate in the Lake Norman and/or Charlotte areas, please feel free to contact your Lake Norman and Charlotte Area Agent at 704 451 7051. We can provide lists of homes for active adults, homes with mother in law suites and more.

Retire in Luxury on Lake Norman

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 15:13:00 +0000

This home sits on one of the most beautiful lots you can find on Lake Norman. Currently the asking price is $1,295,995 and is worth every penny. Downside to this gorgeous ranch style home and enjoy all that Lake Norman has to offer!

This home is a Professional Interior Designers Personal Home and the attention to detail speaks for itself. Brand new Pella Windows have been installed and the views of the lake are breathtaking. Don't be fooled by the size of the home which is approx. 3000 sq. ft and 4 bedrooms. The high ceilings make if feel much larger.

CLICK HERE to See A Slide Show of this Beautiful Lake Norman Waterfront Home

Features:

-3,000 Sq. Ft. on one level with 4 Bedrooms and 3 Full Baths

-280 Feet of Lakefront with Fantastic Lake Views Throughout the House

-Very Open Floor Plan with Soaring Ceilings

-Large Covered Porch Overlooking the Lake

-3 Car Oversized Garage with Built-in Shelf Wall and Workbenches

-Exterior - All Brick Veneer

-Very Private Lot in Subdivision Offering Pool. Tennis, Marina, and Boat Ramp

-Easy access to I77 via the New Exit 32

-Low Iredell County Taxes

-Beautifully Landscaped

-70'X5' Pier, 20' Steel Ramp. 20'X32' Cherokee Steel Floating Dock

-11 Feet of Water at Boat Dock

-All Jenn-Air Appliances - Gas Range/Grill and 2 Ovens (1 Convection)

-Multi Zoned A/C with Natural Gas Heat - Gas Log Fireplace

-Large Master Suite and Bath with Jacuzzi

-Multi Zone Security System

-Lake Fed Irrigation System

See the entire Lake Norman listing here!

A view from this beautiful Home as the Sun sets!!

If you have questions or interest in this property,please contact your Lake Norman Agent at 704 451 7051 or by email.

See Also:

Be The First To See Lake Norman Hot New Listings as soon as they become available.

Selling Lake Norman; What would my Lake Norman Home Sell For?

Lake Norman Relocation, You Will Want to Consider It

Why Lake Norman is such a great Destination

Roby Robertson 704 451 7051

Committed to Saving My Clients Thousands When Buying and Selling Real Estate

Lake Norman and Charlotte Active Adults | Used Vs. Loved!

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 14:35:00 +0000

I recently read this story and felt I had to post it on my blog. This fits in with one thing that I try to live by. Don't sweat the small stuff and at all times consider character and integrity.

This story is sad but says a lot about who you are or want to be!

While a man was polishing his new car, his 4-year old son picked up a stone and scratched lines on the side of the car. In anger, the man took the child's hand and hit it many times; not realizing he was using a wrench..

At the hospital, the child lost all his fingers due to multiple fractures. When the child saw his father...with painful eyes he asked, 'Dad, when will my fingers grow back?'

The man was so hurt and speechless; he went back to his car and kicked it a lot of times. Devastated by his own actions...sitting in front of that car he looked at the scratches; the child had written 'LOVE YOU DAD'.

The next day that man committed suicide. Anger and Love have no limits; choose the latter to have a beautiful, lovely life...

Things are to be used and people are to be loved, But the problem in today's world is that,

People are used and things are loved... During this year, let's be careful to keep this thought in
mind:

Things are to be used, but People are to be loved. Be yourself...

This is the only day we HAVE. Make the most of it. Watch your thoughts; they become words.

Watch your words; they become actions.

Watch your actions; they become habits.

Watch your habits they become character;

Watch your character; it becomes your destiny.

Lake Norman Active Adult Communit | 3 Cherry Way

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 14:34:00 +0000

3 Cherry Way is a new age restricted townhome community just steps away from the beautiful Lake Norman in Denver, North Carolina.

Spacious homes with open floor plans, bright and airy sunrooms, and full finished two car garages complete a Lifestyle of Quality and understated elegance.

With Lake Norman within walking distance, this largest man-made lake in North Carolina offers an abundance of activities - from boating and fishing on the 32,510 acres to walks along the 520 miles of shoreline, to views of breathtaking natural scenery, glorious sunsets and invigorating early morning sunrises.

If you need more information about Lake Norman Real estate, please contact your area Lake Norman agent at 704 451 7051.

Charlotte Area Real Estate; Active Adults Find Your Next Home

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 18:53:00 +0000

Real Living is now offering the complete home buying experience online. This is your no-hassle one stop shop for finding your dream home in the Charlotte and Lake Norman Areas!

While this online experience does ask for contact information, the promise is that you will not be hassled!

Watch the video. It is short and very informative. Just Click The Image!

If you have any questions about Charlotte Area Real Estate, please feel free to contact your Charlotte Area Agent supporting active adults at 704 451 7051.

Charlotte Area Real Estate; Active Adult Investors Take Notice

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 15:29:00 +0000

From time to time Ryan homes builds a model home and sells it to investors with the intent to rent it back from them for use as it's sales center.

Recently one of their communities have had these opportunites arise.

The first can be found at The Gardens at Eastfield which is
off Eastfield Rd. near the Skybrook Community. The Gardens at Eastfield is Ryan Homes newest Active Adult Maintenance Free Patio Home Community.

Floorplan: Martinique

Price: $225,493

Lease Back: 12 Months at $1810 a month

HOA: Paid by Seller

Taxes: Paid by buyer

Closing: 30 days

Deposit Required: 15%

The Martinique Floor Plan

If you are interested in either of these homes or any other find Ryan Home developments, please call your Lake Norman Agent at 704 451 7051 or Abby Cornelius, your Ryan home rep at 704-439-3561. (Be sure to tell Abby that Roby sent you there!)

Lake Norman Area Real Estate - - Just Listed A Beautiful Lake Norman Waterfront Home

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 18:23:00 +0000

Lake Norman Real Estate:One of the Best Waterfront Lots on all of Lake Norman

This home sits on one of the most beautiful lots you can find on Lake Norman. Currently the asking price is $1,295,995 and is worth every penny.

This home is a Professional Interior Designers Personal Home and the attention to detail speaks for itself. Brand new Pella Windows have been installed and the views of the lake are breathtaking. Don't be fooled by the size of the home which is approx. 3000 sq. ft and 4 bedrooms. The high ceilings make if feel much larger.

CLICK HERE to See A Slide Show of this Beautiful Lake Norman Waterfront Home

Features:
-3,000 Sq. Ft. on one level with 4 Bedrooms and 3 Full Baths
-280 Feet of Lakefront with Fantastic Lake Views Throughout the House
-Very Open Floor Plan with Soaring Ceilings
-Large Covered Porch Overlooking the Lake
-3 Car Oversized Garage with Built-in Shelf Wall and Workbenches
-Exterior - All Brick Veneer
-Very Private Lot in Subdivision Offering Pool. Tennis, Marina, and Boat Ramp
-Easy access to I77 via the New Exit 32
-Low Iredell County Taxes
-Beautifully Landscaped
-70'X5' Pier, 20' Steel Ramp. 20'X32' Cherokee Steel Floating Dock
-11 Feet of Water at Boat Dock
-All Jenn-Air Appliances - Gas Range/Grill and 2 Ovens (1 Convection)
-Multi Zoned A/C with Natural Gas Heat - Gas Log Fireplace
-Large Master Suite and Bath with Jacuzzi
-Multi Zone Security System
-Lake Fed Irrigation System

Beautiful Sunset Views

If you have questions or interest in this property,please contact your Lake Norman Agent at 704 451 7051 or by email.

See Also:

Be The First To See Lake Norman Hot New Listings as soon as they become available.

Selling Lake Norman; What would my Lake Norman Home Sell For?

Lake Norman Relocation, You Will Want to Consider It

Why Lake Norman is such a great Destination

Roby Robertson 704 451 7051

Committed to Saving My Clients Thousands When Buying and Selling Real Estate

Lake Norman Active Adults;Sometimes We Just Need To Laugh

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 14:21:00 +0000

An elderly gentleman...
Had serious hearing problems for a number of years. He went to the doctor and the doctor and was able to have him fitted for a set of hearing aids that allowed the gentleman to hear 100%.

The elderly gentleman went back in a month to the doctor and the doctor said, 'Your hearing is perfect. Your family must be really pleased that you can hear again.' The gentleman replied, 'Oh, I haven't told my family yet.

I just sit around and listen to the conversations. I've changed my will three times!'

Another One:

Couple in their nineties are both having problems remembering things. During a checkup, the doctor tells them that they're physically okay, but they might want to start writing things down to help them remember. Later that night, while watching TV, the old man gets up from his chair. 'Want anything while I'm in the kitchen?' he asks. 'Will you get me a bowl of ice cream?' 'Sure.' 'Don't you think you should write it down so you can remember it?' she asks. 'No, I can remember it.' 'Well, I'd like some strawberries on top, too. Maybe you should write it down, so's not to forget it?' He says, 'I can remember that. You want a bowl of ice cream with strawberries.' 'I'd also like whipped cream.

I'm certain you'll forget that, write it down?' she asks. Irritated, he says, 'I don't need to write it down, I can remember it! Ice cream with strawberries and whipped cream ,

I got it, for goodness sake!' Then he toddles into the kitchen. After about 20 minutes,The old man returns from the kitchen and hands his wife a plate of bacon and eggs.

She stares at the plate for a moment. 'Where's my toast ?'

Charlotte Active Adults Real Estate;Why Real Living In Style

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 17:32:00 +0000

Real Living In Style is located in Davidson North Carolina, just outside of Charlotte, North Carolina. Our office is central to the Lake Norman and Charlotte areas. Agents are not alone and they do not work as an island at Real Living In Style. The management philosophy is simple,,,What can we do to make our agents more productive and our clients happier".

Consumer satisfaction is huge at Real Living In Style, but our technology is second to none. Buyers have access to agent 2.0 interactive home search sites at Real Living In Style where they can set up their very own virtual agent or share information with their buyer agent and loan officer for a quicker more accurate transaction. These personalized websites can be customized right down to the theme!

Our listings are the only listings in the industry uploaded to all the top web sites and portals such as Yahoo, Google Base, AOL, Homescape (there are many more) and all of the contact information goes directly to the agent! Agents will have the opportunity to share all the great information about your home with potential buyers.

It will be interesting to see what happens when Agents, Brokers and Consumers work toward a common goal! We all know the the consumer is king, now agents can treat them as such with very low cost of doing business and more support than they have received in the past. Our value proposition is simple, bring on the best agents, give them the best tools, best compensation model and the training needed to supply the best service to home buyers and sellers.

Only a award winning company like Real Living could bring this to the market check out our site and you will see how we are different Real Living in Style. Want to see the Corporate Website, check our Real Living, Inc.

If you need additional information about Lake Norman area Real Estate, please feel free to contact your Charlotte Area Agent at 704 451 7051 or by email.

See Also:

Be The First To See Charlotte Area Hot New Listings as soon as they become available.

What would my Charlotte Area Home Sell For?

Merry Christmas Charlotte and Lake Norman Area Active Adults

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Wed, 24 Dec 2008 14:30:00 +0000

Merry Christmas from Charlotte North Carolina

To all my clients, future clients and blog readers, I want to wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Sharing What Makes Me Tick both Online and In Person

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:56:00 +0000

I was inspired recently by a fellow Realtor that I follow on-line. She is obviously passionate about life, her family and her profession. I decided to write the things that I am passion about here since I already share these things with my clients.

First and foremost it is about family for me. My wife of almost 25 years and my 19 year old daughter dominate all aspects of who I am. I am very proud and happy that my wife has not thrown me out for starting a real estate company in the worst housing market of our lifetime. She is awesome! I am also very proud of my daughter whom I joke is the son I never had. She is a soccer player and one of my very favorite things in life is watching her play.

My wife and I spent many a weekend driving up and down the east coast chasing soccer games and tournaments. While it was stressfull at times, we love every second of those memories. I set aside all my personal goals of starting my company until the task of allowing her to play and to get into college was completed because she is everything to me.

I love kids and while we only have the one, I try to interact with and assist them as much as I can. I am past President and still involved with my daughter's high school booster club. Trying to raise money for kids athletics is something I feel is important.

With my clients I love talking about their kids, grand-kids or whatever the case may be. It is what sustains us as parents. I have been known to be found running around in the back yard with my clients kids if my clients need time to talk. They keep me feeling young.

I am also passionate about the needs of seniors. I am in a Chamber of Commerce group that is dedicated to helping seniors and their families with all aspects of their lives. From Real Estate, to health care, to medical billing problems and more. It is rewarding to hear how these groups help seniors and to be able to offer my services where needed.

I can say that I am also very passionate about teaching and building. By building I mean building this real estate company. I want it to be the most service oriented company around, one that agents love to work and clients love to work with. I dedicate much of my non-family time to this endeavor. I also love teaching. I was a technology trainer in a former life and I love training agents on the new technological aspects of real estate. Real Estate is changing and I am changing with it with much enthusiasm.

Lastly, even though I sometimes need reminding, all work and no play makes Roby a dull boy! I am always a glass half full type of person and I just need to show it many different ways more often.

Remember, good times come out of bad times. Just hold on!

If I can help you with real estate, senior information for yourself or a loved one or where your kids can play soccer at all levels, call me at 704 451 7051.

Lake Norman Active Adult Real Estate - FREE Information for Buyers and Sellers

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 14:49:00 +0000

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Lake Norman Real Estate - Buy This Luxury Home Before It Hits the Market

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 17:40:00 +0000

Lake Norman Real Estate:One of the Best Waterfront Lots on all of Lake Norman

This home sits on one of the most beautiful lots you can find on Lake Norman. I currently have an agreement with these clients to market this property for sale, although it has not officially been listed in our MLS. I do currently represent this seller but we are open to offers. Currently the asking price is 1.4 million and is worth every penny.

This home is a Professional Designers Own Home and the attention to detail speaks for itself. Brand new Pella Windows have been installed throughout and the views of the lake are breathtaking.

Don't be fooled by the size of the home which is approx. 3000 sq. ft and 4 bedrooms. The high ceilings make if feel much larger.

For another look at the beautiful Lake Norman Home, check out the slide show!

See The Slide Show of this Beautiful Lake Norman Waterfront Home

If you have questions or interest in this property,please contact your Lake Norman Agent at 704 451 7051 or by email.
See Also:

Be The First To See Lake Norman Hot New Listings as soon as they become available.

What would my Lake Norman Home Sell For?

Lake Norman Relocation, You Will Want to Consider It

Why Lake Norman is such a great Destination

Lake Norman Active Adults and Senior Community Information

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:24:00 +0000

Lake Norman Area Senior Services Information

SENIOR SERVICES:
The Iredell Council on Aging:

Statesville: (704.873.5171)
Mooresville: (704.663.5112)
Troutman: (704.677.2386)

Services:

Congregate Meals
Home Delivered Meals
Chore Service
Respite Care
Transportation
Iredell Senior Center

South Iredell Senior Center, Mooresville: (704.662.3337)

SISC offers a wide variety of health, education, recreation and social activities for people who are 60 years of age or better.
Located in the Charles Mack Citizen Center in downtown Mooresville
Senior citizens are involved at the Senior Center as participants, group leaders, instructors, volunteers, advisory council members, Title V personnel, and employees

Centralina Area Agency on Aging: (704.372.2416)
The Senior Community Service Employment Program
Developing the mature and older worker for meaningful employment

AARP

North Carolina Division of Aging and Adult Services

Sconset Village, Another Wonderful Lake Norman Community

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 15:30:00 +0000

The final phase of homesites in The Point, Sconset Village is a gated-entry enclave offering a limited collection of Nantucket-inspired cottages.

Price range from $550,000 to $800,000. This is a gated Lake Norman Community.

Built by Simonini Builders, named America’s Best Builder in 2002, this gated village will feature dramatic exterior architecture by Meyer•Greeson•Paullin.

Quick Facts About Sconset Village

Total of 40 homes planned

Homes range from 2,300 to 3,300 square feet

Prices estimated to begin in the mid-$500s

Home exteriors will include brick, cedar shake and Hardiplank™

Five custom-designed floor plans from Meyer•Greeson•Paullin; each offers three different elevations

Three-bedroom plans with two-and-one-half baths

Four-bedroom plans with three-and-one-half-baths

Each plan includes a two-car garage or optional three-car garage

A professional design consultant from Simonini Builders Design Studio will assist home buyers with interior and exterior selections (excluding lighting, closet storage systems and landscaping)

Home buyers have the opportunity to purchase a boat slip at Village Dock for an additional cost

A boardwalk perfect for enjoying lakeside strolls or jogs

View Sconset Village at Lake Norman active new construction homes.

If you want additional information about this or other Lake Norman Area Communities, please contact your Lake Norman Active Adult Agent at 704 451 7051 or by email.

See Also:

Lake Norman Golf and Waterfront Communities

Why Lake Norman is such a great destination

A North Carolina Ideal Place to Live, The Point at Lake Norman

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 21:18:00 +0000

The Point at Lake Norman, Real Living In Style, Shows our Clients Much More than Just Houses

The Point at Lake Norman is awesome, Check out the video!

At Real Living In Style, we are committed to marketing not only homes but entire Lake Norman neighborhoods. We also are committed to gathering and displaying as much information as possible for our Lake Norman buyers and sellers. People want more than just pictures of a house and we intend to give it to them!

If you want additional information about this or other Lake Norman Area Communities, please contact your Lake Norman Agent at 704 451 7051 or by email.

See Also:

Lake Norman Golf and Waterfront Communities

Why Lake Norman is such a great destination

Lake Norman Area Alzheimer's Memory Walk

noreply@blogger.com (Roby Robertson) — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 14:17:00 +0000

The Alzheimer's Association Western Carolina Chapter announced it's Memory Walk 08.

The Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk® is the nation's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer care, support and research – and it calls on volunteers of all ages to become champions in the fight against Alzheimer's. There are walks in more than 600 communities. A typical Memory Walk is a 2-3 mile walk held on a weekend morning in the fall.

Where: Troutman, NCOld Depot
When: October 4, 2008 - 9am
Length: 1 mile

For more information visit the Iredell County Memory Walk.