Mint Hill NC Homes of the week.......

You want all the latest info....here it it.....

http://www.6815cinnamon.com/
      This home is perfect for empty nesters....does Mom and Dad want one floor living, close to the center of Mint Hill. 2 Bedrooms plus a den, which could be a 3rd bedroom. Presently used as a home office. The Traditions at Lawyers Glen right off Lawyers road...

http://www.9923candlehill.com/
     Oxforshire Community. Large stately home which is great to raise the family and entertain. Great yard to toss the ball around. Raised bed garden, patio, outdoor fireplace. Who do you know that is looking for a great home in Mint Hill....don't miss this opportunity.

http://www.13428mintlake.com/
     Mint Lake Village community. Very active HOA...All brick end unit offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large open floor plan...Move in condition..Community open house coming.. check back for date.. Another wonderful home for empty nesters....Close to health care, shopping and restaurants...




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My Charlotte NC house didn't sell----WHY?

My home didn’t sell….WHY?

• It doesn't matter where you live.

That is a question I’m asked all the time. It’s on the MLS, I put flyers in the box, how come it didn’t sell?

Can you help me?

Let’s set some ground rules.

• Did you hire a professional full time Realtor and Broker with a proven track record?
• Or did you go with a discount broker?
• Did you hire a family member or a  friend?
•  What is their resume?
• What professional advice did your agent offer?
• Keeping your house in order
• No dirty laundry around
• No dirty plates in the sink
• Vacuum the carpets
•  Present your house in the best light

Let’s face it folks, you’re selling something…would you buy your own house?

• Is your home on all the internet sites?
•  Google
• Homes.com
•  Realtor.com
• And many others….

This is part one of my series: I need your help to sell my home


Rich Ferretti is a full time, proven professional realtor with over 20 years experience. He is a real estate consultant that can help market and sell your house BUT you have to listen to him and his team of professionals….no gimmicks, no quick fixes just true and time tested professional advice.

Call Rich Ferretti today at 704 564 0807 for a Free consultation. It’s the best call you’ll ever make. My clients have often told me I need to charge for this information…
I just couldn’t do that…..

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Mint Hill Memories

As a Realtor, I have had the pleasure of being able to find great clients, great homes. And over time, I get the opportunity to really get to know who these people are and get to share in their lives. I would like to tell you a story, one which is really a composite of several recent customers, but it gives you a feel for the relationships which form when you are working with a me & the great folks at Jamison:

Rebecca was a young married mother, who’s husband worked in the financial sector in Charlotte. Her husband traveled a lot, and Rebecca and their two children were left alone for several days each week. Rebecca, born and bred in New England, was a bit wary of the new-to-her-family North Carolina, and she wanted a community with security and comfort. She was looking for a home that would provide them with leisure opportunities to enjoy their fleeting family time, but also allow her to properly raise her children.

Rebecca was not a difficult client, there are no difficult clients. The young woman was new to our beautiful state, and she needed to be shown options. We worked with her over several months, before we zoomed in on a beautiful Mint Hill neighborhood. Jackpot!

Rebecca quickly fell in love with Mint Hill. Overnight, we were able to show our client a sizeable cache of homes that she not only loved, but had a tough time choosing from! The Mint Hill neighborhood with it’s small town charm but cosmopolitan citizens has the perfect appeal to families.

Now Rebecca might occasionally get a little homesick for her former New England residence, but she’s made many new friends and found a welcoming neighborhood in Mint Hill. Her kids have embraced the many recreational options available, and her husband enjoys the quiet options he and his family have when he returns from his long business trip. Their beautiful home is perfectly situated for them to take advantage of some incredible life choices, and they couldn’t be happier. If this all sounds appealing to you – then maybe you need to call us tomorrow. We still have a few homes in Mint Hill that we’d love to show you. And I think Rebecca and her family are always looking for a few more friends and playmates!

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Discover Mint Hill Day

If you know someone who is considering a move to Mint Hill or wants to know more of about this growing community, well we have the event for you.

Discover Mint Hill Day is all set for Saturday, April 17th from 9 to 3.

Please visit the web site at www.DiscoverMintHill.org and mark your calendars.

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A Taste of Mint (Mint Hill, NC)

Are you looking for that picture-perfect town to settle down and buy a home in? We think we have a contender for you. Mint Hill is a town in Mecklenburg and Union counties, on the outskirts of Charlotte, North Carolina. Incorporated March 11, 1971 with a population of just 2,284 residents, the town has enjoyed a steady growth to its current population of about 18,000.

This quaint little North Carolina town was first settled in 1750, and over the years its comfortable growth has built an immense community spirit and pride. Community and family are important to all Mint Hill residents. Mint Hill is an active and engaged populace, with citizens able to pick from a wide selection of churches and excellent schools. But that is not he only factor that makes Mint Hill an incredible town for families. This little hamlet also has some of the state’s best recreational facilities including private and public golf courses and country clubs.

While Mint Hill is primarily a residential community, it is gifted with a wonderful business district and shopping area. Mint Hill’s merchant’s and business owners are valued members of the community, providing great services at small town prices. Small business growth in Mint Hill is also on the rise – with new restaurants, bistros, stores, and services appearing every month. Small business owners will find a supportive town and a helpful community if they are interested in setting up shop!

But back to the family…Nearly half of the households in Mint Hill have kids under 18, and nearly 3/4 s of the town is married couples living together. These are great figures for traditional families, but Mint Hill isn’t just Donna Reed’s dream-come-true…Mint Hill is progressive and welcomes all types of families, non-traditional, mixed and modern. Mint Hill has programs for single residents and single-parents, and this non-judgemental community is supportive and happy to embrace people from different lifestyles and cultures.

Let’s talk money for a minute…The median income for a household in Mint Hill is over $60K, place in the community comfortably in the middle class. This is important to remember, when thinking of the cost-of-living in Mint Hill. It is an affordable town, with people who understand the joy’s of working-hard and hard-earned money.

I’m sure you’ve got a million more questions on Mint Hill. We encourage you to take a day trip to Mint Hill, ask us question, or begin to look at properties. Even in this less-than-stellar economy, Mint Hill’s fantastic bargains and lovely homes are going fast! Let’s make you a community member soon!

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Real Estate Market Report

CHARLOTTE is experiencing a buyers market with prices trending downward. Average prices of existing homes range from 180k and 240K

-->Based on all data from the Charlotte Regional Realtor Association, as of November 9, 2009 the average sales price of homes in our area was $195,244. This was an increase of 1.1% over November of 2008. amd .5% over October 2009.

-->A recent Trulia.com study indicates that 31% of the active listings in Charlotte have been reduced an average reduction of 9.1%.

-->Things have improved in the last several months, with home sales averaging about 800 per month, (up from the first half of the year it where it was about 600 per month).

-->With 6,831 homes on the market, there is about an 8 1/2 month supply of inventory in the Charlotte area was given the rate of sales.

-->It is still a buyer's market, but the price per square foot sold is up--showing a positive sign for our market. Prices on closed sales has been as low as $95.00 in the last year and is now at $105 per square foot on average.

-->The Charlotte Observer reports that foreclosures are increasing. Sales increased due to government incentives and current listing showing activity seems to indicate that the current 2010 government home buyer incentives are working.


Listen to us LIVE on the Radio every Saturday from 2-3pm. WBT-Talk Radio 1110am. - Talk to Rich Ferretti - Call 704.374.3500 with questions!


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Newsletter & Radio Show NEWS

Each Month I send out a newsletter about the Real Estate Market to those interested. It includes the current interest rates, a link to my video newsletter, home tips and interesting facts. This is a fun and easy way to learn more about the market and at the bottom it includes a link to email it to a friend. If you know anyone looking at moving to the Matthews, Mint Hill or Charlotte area, please send them my newsletter.

ALSO: We are now LIVE on the Radio every Saturday from 2-3pm on WBT-Talk Radio 1110am. - Talk to me...Rich Ferretti - Feel free to call 704.374.3500 with questions on the market, the Charlotte area, or just to say hi.


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Charlotte – On the Move!

At the turn of the century, Charlotte was still a small town in spite of its favorable central location along the East Coast. But by the 1950s, Charlotte, North Carolina had exploded into the largest city in the Carolinas. Plentiful growth over the past 20 years has made Charlotte one of the southeastern USA's most multi-cultural and vibrant cities. New faces, new attitudes, and new ideas have made Charlotte a happening town, with new opportunities for seasoned and rookie Carolinians. Aggressive businessmen transformed Charlotte into a financial Mecca, with the city developing into a world-class home of finance and transportation. Today, bio-technology and energy are emerging markets, ready to fill the gaps caused by recent economic turn downs in the financial markets.

Charlotte is not a city without challenges and perhaps its greatest challenge is with its own identity. Charlotte remains tied to its roots in the old South, but has diversified, changed, and modernized as it has grown into a 21st century metropolis. North Carolina is one of the country’s leading places for relocation (both people and businesses), and Charlotte has been the a beacon in that movement. While the city still has thousands of locals who can bend your ear with stories and memories of the past, a large population of residents are new to the area, and bring with them new ideas, traditions and histories of their own. As time passes Charlotte's strength will be this diversity, and its people--new and old.

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Mint Hill NC and Matthews NC Housing Update

First time home buyers have been waiting to see if the tax credit will increase and this is a tough decision.

Not sure if the Govt will do anything at this time so my advise is to jump on the wagon and let's get you into a home today. Mint Hill NC Homes and Matthews NC Homes have never looked better.

The tax credit is still on the table and you have to close by Nov 30.

Confused about the home buying process....call or email me today.

Rich Ferretti, your Mint Hill Home Specialist. Also covering Matthews NC and the greater Charlotte NC home market

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