Charlotte Real Estate Blog

If you have a high school student ready to embark on a college search, it's fair to say that you will, at some point, wish you had started the process sooner rather than later.  As a parent, you’ve probably realized things are a bit ...

Huntersville has changed a lot since John Aneralla moved to town. When he first set down roots in Birkdale Village 22 years ago, the town was a sleepy little burg of 10,000 near Lake Norman, just up I-77 from Charlotte -- not too close to the big ...

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 ...