Charlotte Real Estate Blog

Going somewhere this summer? If your travel plans are taking you up in the air, I’ve got a few tips to help you travel like a pro this summer— starting with reducing the stress of your airport experience!  Before you embark on that ...

Now’s the time to spring into action and get all of those outside chores and maintenance jobs done! Let’s be honest— it’s getting hot out there already. Knock out this checklist now so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy some ...

"For every one minute without CPR, you lose 10% of your chance of survival.” The grim statistic shared by the instructor got her class's attention. Call 911, and start CPR right away. It's the difference between life and death, or irreversible ...

Did you know? Only 34% of Americans own their homes free and clear. All other homeowners have a mortgage they're chipping away at. If you have a mortgage, you may want to consider paying it off early. Before you begin, you should know... Some ...

Hi, I’m John Shaw. Real estate is a journey that I take alongside my clients, serving as a trusted guide and friendly helper. I’m the guy who totes the packs, clears the path ahead, and shares the local lore along the way. I make space ...

Why wait? Pridemore Properties didn’t want to -- Founder Scott Pridemore made a $5,000 donation to Ronald McDonald House to start the year out right.  While a lot of companies wait until the end of the year to make their charitable ...

If your Residency Match is Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center, congratulations!  Welcome to Charlotte, NC, also known as “The Queen City.” Locals who call this city home will vouch for the exceptional quality-of-life. Charlotte ...

How to Make Your Home Show Its Best. Appearances, especially first impressions, matter when it comes to attracting home buyers.  It’s probably not surprising that the majority of buyers are shopping for a home using a mobile device. Those ...

It begins with a mindset. One of the things we like most about the real estate business is the opportunity it creates to be of service to others; that’s a joy that’s echoed by every agent here at Pridemore Properties. We are excited that ...

Good roads and good schools have traditionally been two key factors in a city’s growth, and now more than ever, Transit is taking its place as another, very important part of shaping a city’s development. Listen to our Podcast Here Our ...

“Gratitude can turn common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings.” — William Arthur Ward  Did you know? Thanksgiving wasn’t celebrated regularly until ...

And they’ll want an easier way to get around Charlotte is facing a sea change in how people like to get around, and that is bringing accommodations to the city's landscape to make it easier to get out of your car for trips through town. "This ...

  It has been years since I have kept a consistent blog. As many of you know I wrote every single day of my journey through my daughter Claire’s Cancer battle. I believe I only missed 5 days out of our eight-month battle. I started that ...

Kevin Ratliff believes that "we all have a rich story to tell." Yes, his story may move you to tears, but will also uplift you with the possibilities of turning a family tragedy into a blessing for many others. In Kevin's case, he decided to lead ...

There is no doubt that mortgage credit availability is expanding, meaning it is easier to finance a home today than it was last year. However, the mortgage market is still much tighter than it was prior to the housing boom and bust experienced ...

If you are debating purchasing a home right now, you are probably getting a lot of advice. Though your friends and family will have your best interest at heart, they may not be fully aware of your needs and what is currently happening in the real ...

A recent study of more than 7 million home sales over the past four years revealed that the season in which a home is listed may be able to shed some light on the likelihood that the home will sell for more than asking price, as well as how quickly ...