Congratulations Charlotte!!
Fortune Small Business Magazine reports that Charlotte ranks #8 on their list of "The 100 Best Places to Live and Launch 2008". Fortune's goal was to find towns with the best mix of business advantages and lifestyle appeal. Regional organizations such as the local Small Business and Technology Center, the Inventors Network, and the Central Piedmont Community College's Center for Entrepreneurship supply a mix of mentoring, networking, and technical assistance to innovative entrepreneurs; especially those in the finance and technology fields. A research complex sponsored in part by the University of North Carolina at Charlotte is set to open its labs this year to scientists and startups involved in healthcare and nutrition research will help develop the Charlotte's biotech industry.
Charlotte is full of entertainment, including the Carolina Panthers football, Charlotte Bobcats Basketball, Knights Baseball, Checkers Hockey, and NASCAR. Also, including premier golf courses, performing arts center, theaters, white-water rafting, fishing, sailing, waterskiing, and the list goes on and on.
Along with this Charlotte has been able to retain many of the graduates out of the nearby colleges and universities which serve as a testament to Charlotte's vibrancy and employment opportunities that attract young professionals from around the state.
About the author:
Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit www.TeresaMHarris.com for your relocation and/or your local needs.
Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com
Copyright © 2008 By Teresa Harris, All Rights Reserved...*Congratulations Charlotte! ~ #8 on "The 100 Best Places to Live and Launch 2008"*
It's About Boating on Lake Norman ~ Safely:
Lake Norman is the largest lake in North Carolina and probably one of the busiest; along with this three area organizations, within the area, are still offering classes to acquaint boaters with rules of the water. In addition, 14 and 15 year-olds cannot operate a personal watercraft alone in North Carolina unless they have successfully completed an approved boating safety education course. Below are a few places offering boat safety classes and the locations.
•1) Power Squadron
The Lake Norman Sail and Power Squadron are offering ABC Safe Boating classes. Courses are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; $35.00 fee and lunch is included. For more information and to register, please contact Clyde Starr at (704)947-2729 or visit www.usps.org/localusps/lakenorman .
July 12 - Lake Norman VFD; Brawley School Road, Mooresville, NC
September 6 - Denver United Methodist Church; 3910 N NC 16, Denver, NC
•2) Coast Guard Auxiliary
Members of Coast Guard Auxiliary flotillas 17-6 and 17-8 offering classes in our area. Courses are from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM; $45.00 fee. Teen students must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, please contact (704)663-3333 or (704)663-5733 or e-mail: classes@cgadavidson.org .
July 19 - King's Point Marina; 17939 Kings Point Drive, Cornelius, NC
Coast Guard Auxiliary also offers classes in navigation, GPS, communications, safety drills and nomenclature.
•3) Lighthouse Marine Service
Most classes through Lighthouse Marine Service, a nonprofit service, are taught by Coast Guard licensed captains. Boating safety classes are from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. For more information, please contact (704)587-0325, e-mail uscgc17@bellsouth.net, or visit www.lmservice.org.
July 12 - Peninsula Yacht Club; 18501 Harbor Light Blvd., Cornelius, NC
August 2 - King's Point Marina; 17939 Kings Point Drive, Cornelius, NC
September 6 - Gander Mountain; Norman Station, Mooresville, NC
October 4 - King's Point Marina; 17939 Kings Point Drive, Cornelius, NC
Lighthouse Marine Service also offers specially classes:
July 10 - "About Lake Norman"; Gander Mountain; Norman Station, Mooresville, NC; 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM or 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
September 11 - "Lake Norman GPS/Fish Finder"; Gander Mountain; Norman Station, Mooresville, NC; 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM or 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
NOW GO OUT AND HAVE SOME "SAFE" FUN ON LAKE NORMAN. BE SAFE!
About the author:
Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit www.TeresaMHarris.com for your relocation and/or your local needs.
Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com
Copyright © 2008 By Teresa Harris, All Rights Reserved...*It's About Boating on Lake Norman ~ Safely!*
Godspell
The Theatre Charlotte will be presenting the play GODSPELL. GODSPELL is one of the biggest Broadway and off-Broadway musical successes of all time. The play is based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew. It boasts a string of well loved songs, led by "Day by Day." The cast members perform such songs as: "Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord" "Learn Your Lessons Well," "All Good Gifts," and "By My Side," as the parables of Jesus Christ come to life in a heartwarming way.
GODSPELL is a ground-breaking and unique reflection on the life of Jesus, with a message of kindness, tolerance, and love. What's best is that it is rated E for everyone.
So if you live in the Charlotte area or if you are planning a trip to the area around September, GODSPELL would be a great addition on your "Things See and Do List!"
For more information please contact:
Theatre Charlotte
501 Queens Road
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 376-3777
About the author:
Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit www.TeresaMHarris.com for your relocation and/or your local needs.
Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com
Copyright © 2008 By Teresa Harris, All Rights Reserved...*THEATRE CHARLOTTE WILL BE PRESENTING ~ GODSPELL*
Prior to getting married my husband and I discussed where we were going to make our home; the year was 1984. We came to the conclusion that Denver (Lake Norman) would be the best area to begin. We began here and have stayed here and can't think of anywhere else we would like to be.
In the beginning though, I was really concerned that I wouldn't be able to adapt. Prior to this I lived in the "BIG" city Charlotte and loved it. Loved the closeness to everything from SouthPark to Harris Teeter, from movies to bowling alleys, from Carowinds to the coliseum and let's not forget Douglas International Airport. Everything at your fingertips!! And did I mention that I worked in Uptown Charlotte?
Denver in 1984 was so different than it is today. Denver only had three neighborhoods: Westport, Country Valley, and Forest Oaks. The closest large grocery store was the Food Lion in Huntersville. Hardies was our only fast food chain. The only bank was NCNB now known as Bank of America. The intersection at Highway 73 and Highway 16 was a stop sign and all corners were wooded. We had one vet, one dentist, one eye doctor, a few medical doctors, and one Denver Pharmacy. We had no public sewer system everyone had septic systems. Our two fire departments (East Lincoln and Denver) were voluntary. We had one elementary school, one junior high (middle school), and one high school.
Today we have a vast amount of neighborhoods: Willow Farms, Maple Leaf, Rock Springs, Deer Track, West Bay, SailView, Austin Shores, Ashley Cove, Verdict Ridge, Cowans Ford, Prospect Hills, Forest Hills, Stillwater, Webbs Chapel Cove, Governors Island, Governors Landing, Cameron Woods, The Ranches at Beth Haven, Catawba Springs, Forest Ridge, etc., etc., and the list goes on and continues to grow.... We now have three Food Lions, one Harris Teeter, and a new super Wal-Mart to do our grocery shopping. We now have several banks in the area, most all are the major banks, all with the exception of Wachovia (there is a Wachovia ATM) though.. The intersection of Highway 73 and Highway 16 is known as Waterside Crossing. We now have three vets, several dentist, medical doctors, and pharmacies. About ten years ago a public sewer system was put in place but as of now we are tapped out due to the rapid growth. The amount of schools in our area has grown. We now have four elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools.
If you or if you know of someone that is interested in moving to our area, please contact me. Having lived in this area for the past 24+ years I feel that I would be a real asset in your search for housing in the Denver (Lake Norman) area. I have a great relocation kit that I would like send you. If interested please go to: http://www.teresamharris.com , go to RELO KIT where you can order one free of charge!! Also, I have free gift offer that you should read too!
About the author:
Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit www.TeresaMHarris.com for your relocation and/or your local needs.
Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com
Copyright © 2008 By Teresa Harris, All Rights Reserved...*Denver (LAKE NORMAN) ~ Oh! What Growth. . .*
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Unsurpassed service for home buyers, first-time home buyers, and sellers in the Lake Norman ~ Charlotte region, and surrounding areas. A professional that has seen a lot of growth in all areas.
I am originally from Celina, Ohio. My parents moved us to Charlotte, North Carolina when I was in the eighth grade. I am a graduate of East Mecklenburg High School; Charlotte, North Carolina. I have a Bachelors of Science degree from Gardner-Webb University; Boiling Springs, North Carolina. I successfully completed one semester in the MBA program at Gardner-Webb University.
. . . . . Go DWGS!
I have been licensed since 1989 and have actively sold real estate in the Charlotte and Lake Norman areas for about two and a half years. My husband and I have been real estate investors, in the Charlotte market, for over seventeen years. I like helping people realize their dreams of purchasing a home whether it be first-time home-buyers, relocation, downsizing, upgrading, or senior living.
I also like the marketing aspect of assisting homeowners in finding a buyer for their home. I believe in giving professional, honest, creative, and personalized service to buyers and sellers. I also believe in keeping everyone up-to-date to ensure a less stressful and smooth transaction. I am a full-time agent and I am committed to assisting my clients/customers real estate dreams.
I am a member of: the Charlotte Regional Realtors Association, Carolina Multiple Listing Service, National Association of Realtors, and North Carolina Association of Realtors.
I like my association with Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. We are a small (but growing) independent firm. What is most important is the strong support system we share in our office. Our clients and customers can rest knowing that they will receive the highest level of service.
I love living here, can't possibly think of any other area that has so much to offer with such a good location ~ close to mountains and the beach. If you are thinking of moving to our area, please allow me to show you the area I call HOME!
I am married to Eric Harris and we have a son Spencer, 12; and two Westies Coco and Scooter. Lake Norman (the Denver side) has been our home for the last twenty-four years.
Prior to getting back into real estate I was a business owner here in Denver, North Carolina. During that time while working with various vendors it was almost daily that I would hear, "There's a Denver, NC? I didn't know that." I would even hear this from other people throughout our state.
The easiest way to remember Denver's location is that it is approximately 20-25 miles northwest of Charlotte; the queen city of North Carolina. Denver is also one of the towns that share the area called Lake Norman; Lake Norman is on the Catawba River and it is the largest lake in North Carolina. Denver is located in Lincoln County which is sandwich between Gaston and Catawba Counties with Mecklenburg County to the east. For those that are interested in geography Denver is at latitude 35°31'52" north and longitude 81°01'47" west. FIPS place code is 17000. The elevation is 902 feet above sea level.
The Past:
The Denver area was settled in 1770 and was formerly known as "Dry Pond," derived its name from a small pond which once stood at what is now the corner of Highway 16 and Campground Road, which is the site of the local Bank of America branch. During the summer the pond would dry up due to the heat. In 1873, D. Matt Thompson, headmaster of the local Rock Springs Academy (now known as Rock Springs Elementary School), led the effort to have Dry Pond renamed for rapidly growing Colorado capital in an attempt to attract a railroad, because rail service held the promise of opportunity, prosperity, and wealth. Efforts to get the railroad failed but in 1877, the town of Denver was officially incorporated in the state of North Carolina.
The Present:
The continuous growth of Charlotte has fueled tremendous development of the areas surrounding Lake Norman including the Denver area. The area has become a very popular recreation spot, attracting thousands of visitors every year for fishing, swimming, and boating. The Denver area has seen tremendous growth in the past 10 to 15 years. People see the charm of the other side of the lake in particular, Denver. New homes and businesses are suddenly popping up throughout the area.
In recent years we have seen a lot of people relocating here from California, New York, and Ohio. We are also seeing more retired people deciding to relocate here too; sighting that we have a change of seasons. We are reaping the benefits of these transplants because they are the ones that are bring their businesses with them and/or opening up new ones, due to them longing for what they miss.
Along with this we are so blessed to have a great school system. The Denver schools rank some of the highest test scores in the county. It's nothing for principles to receive daily calls from teachers wanting to get into the system.
What about real estate? Well the area offers a wide variety. The average is around $200,000. the range is $100,000's to several millions.
The Future:
Our area has been pretty resilient when considering many other places over the United States. When most markets were bottoming out we continued our growth was continuous. For the past year we have seen some changes, what we call market adjustments. Yes, we are currently in a "buyer's market" but from what I have been told don't bank on this to continue. Essentially, we were the last to experience the downturn but we are expected to be one of the first to recover. There's no better time to invest in real estate....
If you are interested in more information about Denver, NC (Lake Norman)? Please visit: http://www.lakenormanhomesblog.com , http://www.whatsthefussitsonlyalake.blogspot.com , and/or http://www.surprisemegreen.blogspot.com .
Hey You! You know that when we get ready to list we are listing with you! DC, Lincolnton, NC
Teresa, Thank you so much for showing us the houses yesterday in a moments notice. I can't believe that you had something for Dave and his wife to see so quickly. Also, thank you for showing us the schools and where the YMCA is coming in. SK, Stanley, NC
You know that you are the first to read over the whole listing agreement with me! I have never had anyone to do that. Thank you for taking your time, it shows that you really care about your customers. FA, Denver, NC
We are very pleased with the service that you have given us. Thanks for taking our dog out! TM, Denver, NC
Dear Teresa, Just wanted to let you know that I appreciate you showing my family and I the house, in Westport, over Thanksgiving at a moments notice. Thank you for allowing us all the time we needed to look around. I also wanted you to know that my family received the newcomers packet you sent. KA, Huntersville, NC
Teresa, Thank you so much for helping us find housing during a holiday (Thanksgiving) weekend. It was so nice to be able to talk to a real person the first time we called your office. It was also nice to know that I told you we were leaving Florida in two hours and coming your way and wanting you to setup some appointments for us to look at houses by 8:30 the next morning. It was really nice that you were able to do what you said you could do. We will always remember what you have done for us and you will be a friend for life! Thank you, TR, Denver, NC
Teresa, Thank you for showing my fiancee and I the house on that snowy day. Sorry that you almost fell. Your a trooper! Thank you! AM, Belmont, NC
Teresa, Thanks for all your hard work in such a short time. Sorry that my situation had changed but if the need arises again I will be contacting you for your help. Oh, and guess what that other agent I called first, before you, has never called me back. I guess she was too busy. Thanks again! GC, Denver, NC
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