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A Plumbing Tip

2011-04-01T10:26:00.004-04:00

Housing markets: Best recovery bets - Charlotte, N.C. (9) - CNNMoney.com

2011-02-08T11:43:00.002-05:00

Housing markets: Best recovery bets - Charlotte, N.C. (9) - CNNMoney.com

Bruce starts another Pre-Licensing!!

2011-01-26T12:11:00.004-05:00

Bruce has begun teaching another Pre-license class at Superior School of Real Estate last week. Superior School offers all classes needed for real estate professionals as well as people who are looking to enter into the profession. Feel free to contact Bruce with any questions you may have!!! 704-488-7914 Directly.

Thanksgiving is only a couple of days away

2010-11-22T15:21:00.004-05:00

Thanksgiving is only days away and the holiday season is quickly approaching, meaning, your dining room is about to take center stage. You can count on several big, family dinners and plenty of entertaining (whether you’re the host or the guest). We love a dining room that has a personality – it simply enhances the experience – and oftentimes, the more unusual or unexpected the space is, the

13 Things a Burglar won't tell you

2010-06-01T09:23:00.006-04:00

With summer approaching, many of our clients may be considering family vacations. You know who else is looking forward to their summer vacation? Neighborhood thieves! AT Urban Realty, we want to keep in touch and help you protect your home by passing along a couple of useful articles on how burglars determine if

Memorial Day: Time to Buy a Home!

2010-05-28T13:10:00.003-04:00

Memorial Day marks the traditional beginning of summer and the start of the most popular season in real estate. If you’re in the market for a new home, get a jump start by getting pre–approved for a loan by a trusted mortgage broker. Buying a home can be an overwhelming process. A pre-approved loan agreement outlines what you can afford to buy, so when the time comes to start shopping you and

Home Star Energy Retrofit Act of 2010 Passes in House

2010-05-07T14:06:00.003-04:00

By a vote of 246 to 161 the House of Representatives today voted to approve the Home Star Energy Retrofit Act of 2010 (H.R. 5019), which authorizes creation of a national energy retrofit program for American homeowners. The vote marks a significant milestone in the progress of the bipartisan HOME STAR legislation, although it's important to note that the authorization bill passed today must be

New Rule!

2010-04-16T16:56:00.002-04:00

New Lead-Paint Renovation and Repair Rule Effective April 22, 2010 A new rule will go into effect this month requiring renovation and repair contractors to be EPA-certified to work with lead paint hazards if they will work on a residential property built before 1978 in which lead-based paint may be disturbed. HUD estimates that this could be as many as 35 million properties. The rule also

Buying a Foreclosed Home?

2010-02-05T13:12:00.001-05:00

You may qualify for $14,900 in downpayment assistanceIf you are a first-time home buyer buying a foreclosedproperty, you may qualify for a five-year, deferredloan up to $14,900 at zero interest.This second mortgage may be forgiven at 20% per year for eachfull year you own and live in the home, as long as you remaincurrent on your mortgage.These loans are provided under the federal

Tax news to use!!!

2010-01-22T16:15:00.005-05:00

From our good friends and business colleagues at Leverage Lending, we would like to let you know of some very important tax information you can use! Thanks to Leverage Lending! Angelo Datseris President Leverage Lending Group LLC Phone: 704-631-

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to Everyone!!!

2009-12-24T11:18:00.002-05:00

Hello everyone, Urban Realty wants to wish you all very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays this year. We thank you all for making Urban Realty as special and unique as it is! We love you all and thanks for a great year!!!!! Bring on the New Decade as we welcome 2010!!!

Ice Skating in Uptown has returned again!!!!!

2009-12-09T15:57:00.004-05:00

We are all so excited to see the return of the ice skating rink at "The Green" in the premiere location at the Ratcliff in Uptown Charlotte. My son has enjoyed this every year and is now quite good at it. He is 7 years old and loves just watching all the "big people" fall. He laughs out loud with his full belly convictions. So come have some family fun and skate around Charlotte. It will stay

Save a Bundle with this home to-do list!

2009-12-09T15:47:00.004-05:00

Christopher Solomen of MSN Real Estate explains that energy-efficient upgrades mean lower utility bills, but they can also earn you tax credits - this year or next year. Read more by clicking on the title above.

National Green Building Code is in the works

2009-12-09T15:31:00.004-05:00

The construction zone is basically the entire country. The builders are a variety of specialists, including architects, plumbers, masons, and lighting, heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning experts. Since July, they have been meeting in cities - they were in Philadelphia, PA last month - to construct not with bricks and steel beams, but with words. The goal: a code to guide all development

Tax Credit Extension has Passed!!!

2009-11-06T13:53:00.001-05:00

Earlier today the House of Representatives passed legislation to extend and expand the $8,000 first-time homebuyer tax credit, which was approved by the Senate this week. The legislation will be sent to the President, and upon his signature, made law. NAMB strongly advocated for an extension and expansion of the homebuyer tax credit, and considers this a victory for consumers, the housing

Halloween Safety

2009-10-21T10:27:00.001-04:00

Halloween is just around the corner, and this year it will fall on the best of days: Saturday! What a great year to go all out with your Halloween decorations and host a Halloween party! Here are some tips from the Fire Department to keep you, your guests, and all your little goblins safe as you create your own “Monster Ball” or get ready for a night of trick-or-treating: 1. Keep candles and

VA Loans extended $8000 TAX CREDIT

2009-10-21T10:25:00.001-04:00

For one more year, veterans will be able to receive the $8000 Tax Credit for first time home buyers announced yesterday!!!! Call Urban Realty for more details. 704.377.8212

45th Festival in the Park

2009-09-22T10:36:00.005-04:00

September 24-27, 2009THURSDAY September 24 - 6 pm – 9 pmFRIDAY September 25 Kid's Day 10 am- 1 pmFRIDAY September 25 - 1 pm- 9:30 pmSATURDAY September 26 - 10 am – 9:30 pmSUNDAY September 27- 11 am – 6 pm

Uptown Restaurant Week: Sept. 18-27

2009-09-09T13:07:00.003-04:00

Here's a list of all participating restaurants:• Aquavina• Blackfinn• Blue• Chima Brazilian Steakhouse• Capital Grille• Ember Grille• Enso• LaVecchia's• Fiji• Luce• McCormick & Schmick's• Mez• Mimosa• Morton's the Steakhouse• Ratcliffe on the Green• Room 112• Sonoma• Therapy• ZinkHOW DOES IT WORK?This time it’s all about you. Uptown Restaurant Week is all about maximizing your culinary pleasure

Construction Halts at the VUE

2009-09-01T11:42:00.003-04:00

A construction worker pulls down the R.J. Griffin and Co. sign from the construction site of The Vue on Monday.Construction on The Vue, a 51-story uptown condo tower that kept on building as others stalled, will be stopped as of today because the developer hasn't paid its bills, according to an e-mail sent Monday by the project's general contractor.It's the latest sign of trouble in the center

Uptown Restaurant Week: Sept. 18-27

2009-09-01T10:50:00.002-04:00

Okay, you got us. We call it a week, but it’s really a full ten days—ten days of Uptown's top restaurants each presenting exquisite three-course meals for only $35.Offerings range from the freshest sushi to the thickest steaks and much, much more. There's no excuse to miss out, so bring a date, bring your mom, or maybe even just treat yourself to some of the best restaurants Uptown Charlotte has

FHA Program Offers Purchase & Renovation Aid

2009-08-21T15:08:00.002-04:00

The Federal Housing Administration is encouraging use of its little-known 203(k) loan program. The 203(k) lets an owner-occupant borrow money for both the purchase and renovation in one loan, and put down only 3.5 percent.The program requires the use of credentialed contractors and can include cosmetic improvements as well as major renovations like replacing plumbing or electrical. Completing the

Uptrend Continues in Pendng Home Sales

2009-08-14T10:11:00.003-04:00

Pending home sales are up for the fifth consecutive month, the first time in six years for such a streak, according to the National Association of Realtors(R). The Pending Home Sales Index, a forward looking indicator based on contracts signed in June, rose 3.6% to 94.6 from an upward revised reading of 91.3 in May, and is 6.7 % above June 2008 when it was 88.7. The last time there were five

J.S. Kempf & Associates filed for Chapter 7

2009-08-12T14:12:00.002-04:00

The matthews based homebuilder filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy this week. The company builds homes in communities including The Palisades, a luxury home development near Lake Wylie, and The Club at Longview off Rea Road. A Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing indicates the company is planning to liquidate its assets, as opposed to shedding debts and reorganizing, as is done in Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Board approves Mint Hill boundaries

2009-08-12T14:05:00.002-04:00

After contentious debate with each other and impassioned citizens, Charlotte-Mecklenburg school board members voted 6-3 Tuesday night to approve proposed boundaries for the new high school in Mint Hill.The vote means most students in Mint Hill will actually attend Independence High – and most students at the new school in Mint Hill will be drawn from surrounding schools.More than 30 parents,