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I am sorry that you feel your realtor was the cause of a good deal getting away, I know how frustrating that can be! There is still a lot of acreage left in Gaston County, some is really expensive and some isn't. Another area that is exploding is a little more south...in Rock Hill...you might want to think of some areas of SC too when it comes to land. If either of you are interested in trying to find investment property I am more than willing to help... you can call me at my office or email me and we can discuss in more detail what you are looking for.

Sarah Pizzo

Hi,

Quick question, how is it that you can do 100% investor financing? I have been told by our mortgage specialists that it isn't being allowed anymore...or maybe that is a NC thing? Just curious

Gastonia is supposed to be the next big thing, it is west of Charlotte. As far as rent on SFH it really depends on where the house is...the hot areas right now are Uptown, Lake Norman, Lake Wylie, Union County (NC) so the weddington area, and South Charlotte-ballantyne area. If you are interested I can find out more info on the best value for a 3/2...Lake Wylie is another area that is growing...it will be like lake norman, although there is a house for sale by someone in my office for 350k, it is on lake cove with an outlet to lake wylie, with water access and a dock, it is 2000 sf...I would be surprised if the value didn't increase a lot in the next two years!

Ok, this may seem like a dumb suggestion but why can't you do both? If there is something that you want to do other than real estate why can't you go to school, it shouldn't cost 200K, and you could still invest. I am a real estate agent, I also have a Bachelor's and Master's degree. Life is about experiences and it is harder to go back to school the older you get because life often gets in the way. You need to figure out what will make you happy...what happens if your RE investment goes up in smoke tomorrow, what then? I don't believe in putting all my eggs in one basket, it doesn't have to be an either/or situation. I love real estate and I think that investment is a wonderful money making opportunity but you shouldn't have to choose one or the other. Why couldn't you go into something that has to do with real estate or investment or business management...after all you are running your own business. GL, HTH

Hydrilla,

I work in the Charlotte area but still may be able to help you in the Raleigh Durham area. When the time comes I can also set you up with an agent in your area that can help you. If you are interested in talking further pleasefeel free to email me, [email protected] luck.

Sarah

I think that is true depending upon the area of Charlotte you are in. There are a lot of hot areas within Charlotte's city limites right now. A 50 story condo complex is being built on trade and college and another 50 story complex is being planned for Charlotte's Fourth Ward. I think that the new construction is definitely playing a part in the resale of previously owned homes...especially ones that have been built in the last 10 years. But again, it depends on where you are...Union (NC) county is growing super fast and now Gastonia is supposed to be one of the new hot spots...Oh, and Lake Wylie is slowly turning into Lake Norman...which has boomed in the last 5 years like crazy. Charlotte's market is definitely unique and with the influx of people coming here, whether retiring, or for corporate relocation, or just for a change of weather and scenery the sales market isn't as bad here as it is in other parts of the country. The fact of the matter is when it comes to buying a home, people would often times rather choose a house they can customize rather than a house that comes with a history, unless of course if it is a classic style home that is hard to find and even more difficult to duplicate.

Okay,

I am a realtor in Charlotte, NC and maybe I can put a different light on things. Depending on your states realtor association bylaws and ethics your agent may have been doing what he/she was supposed to. Here in NC we have to be VERY careful about giving the client our opinion on the cost effectiveness of a property. We can show you the comparable properties and what they sold for and you as the consumer can make the decision...think of it like this, if you are a home buyer or investor and you go to an agent and that agent tells you that the price for home X is a good deal, and you should take advantage of it, if after you purchase and close on home X you find out that your real estate agent was misinformed or just wrong, your agent risks liability. I understand from a home buying prospective that you want guidance and reassurance, but there are limits on what we can do. I am sorry that your experience was not all that you were hoping for and I assure you that there are wonderful agents out there.

My office is full of knowledgeable and trustworthy agents, if you would like to find another agent I can get a referral for you. Hope this helps and if you have any other questions or concerns please feel free to send me an email. -Sarah

Hey everyone!

I am in Charlotte, NC and we are seeing an influx of people relocating to our wonderful city. If you know of anyone who is looking for an agent in the Charlotte area I would love to help them find a new home!

Sarah

Hey!

I work for an amazing company that has an office in Atlanta but I am not sure where else they have offices. One thing to know is that it really depends on what you are looking to get out of your career. My company's value system was an important part of why I chose it. Please feel free to contact me directly and I can give you more specific information.

Sarah

Hey Y'all!

Here in Charlotte, not only is the weather good but so is the real estate market. We are not seeing the slowing market conditions that other areas are seeing, we still have lots of growth and investment potential!!!