This week, Jonathan recaps the Charlotte region’s real estate stats from 2020 and previews changes in store for the 2021 market.
The 2040 Charlotte Plan with Ely Portillo
This week, I am joined by Ely Portillo from the UNC Charlotte Urban Institute to discuss the Charlotte Future 2040 Comprehensive Zoning Plan and the Charlotte MOVES Task Force Transit Plan, which includes expanding Charlotte’s Light Rail System.
Preparing Your Home For Sale
This week, Charlotte Realtor Jonathan Osman explains his listing preparation process, addresses when the best time to sell your home is, and which improvements you should consider making when preparing to list your home for sale.
Divorce and Real Estate with Dana Lehnhardt
This week, Jonathan is joined by family law attorney Dana Lehnhardt from Lehnhardt Price Family Law to discuss the most common mistakes that are made during the separation and divorce process, how real estate is factored in, when you should consider a prenup and purchasing a home while separated.
Understanding Due Diligence and Contract to Close
In this third episode of the series, Jonathan covers the due diligence period, what to expect and what should be accomplished. Also, he will answer the question on when possession occurs in both North and South Carolina.
Hiring a Realtor and Making an Offer
Continuing the series on the home buying and selling process, this episode covers the best sources to find homes that are available for sale, when and why you should hire a Realtor and finally the items that we will negotiate when making an offer:
- Price
- Due Diligence
- Earnest Money
- Closing
- Seller Paid Concessions
- Personal Property
Charlotte Area Homes with Swimming Pools
There are three groups when it comes to homes with swimming pools: those that absolutely want a pool, those firmly against and a small group that are interested in having a pool but are put off by the cost and maintenance required. It wasn’t too long ago that I recommended to a homeowner to fill in their pool because there was more resale value by not having a pool than by having one that was older and less desirable.
Well, thanks to Covid, having a house with a pool has become a lot more desirable. Sure, there are people who are still firmly against having one but, as we are spending more time at home, having a your own pool is an attractive option for exercise and entertainment. Like before, some of the same rules apply. Home buyers are still wanting a pool that is well-kept, preferring salt over chlorine and the hard scape around the pool is as important as the pool itself.
New pools are in such demand at the moment that local installers are busy through next Spring, which may give a slight edge to property owners with pools already installed and ready to enjoy.
Here are the current homes available for sale in the Charlotte area with Swimming Pools
The First Step to Purchasing a Home
This episode begins a series on purchasing your first home, starting with the needs analysis process and mortgage qualification. Learn how to establish criteria for your home purchase, tips on purchasing in a new neighborhood and why the mortgage pre-approval process is so important.
Why Second Home Housing Markets Are Popular Now
This week, I’m joined my Dave Noyes with ReMax Results in Asheville discuss the explosion of the second home housing market in the North Carolina mountains. Also, recap the latest Charlotte real estate market trends and why the suburbs and exburbs are outpacing the city.
Planning the Next Charlotte with Taiwo Jaiyeoba
Taiwo Jaiyeoba, Charlotte’s Assistant City Manager and Director of Planning, Design and Development, joins me to discuss building a more pedestrian friendly city, addressing the transportation needs of a growing city, Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) / Accessory Commercial Units (ACU) and building a new city square at Trade and Tryon in Uptown.
As always, this podcast is sponsored by Tryon Realty Partners. When you’re ready to talk real estate, give Jonathan a call at 704-960-1725.
