It's so important to have other interests besides real estate. I don't think I could keep up my stamina with my work load and be excited about working every day if I didn't have other hobbies and interests.
It's also important to stay in shape so you can have a full, long work day. Not only do you have to eat in your car half the time, (bad food), but when you are showing properties and homes, you need to have the physical fitness to show 10 homes in high heels and slacks. It gets tougher when you have to go home after a full day and work on feedback and listing paperwork throughout most of your evenings. But hey, I signed up for this!
I show Lake Norman area properties so I think it's important to be active on the lake so I can talk to my clients about my experiences, Lake rules,knowledge, etc.
Eating healthy is really important too but, unless you can keep a cooler in your car, it's almost impossible not to grab something at least once a week in a drive-thru. I also love to drink wine, (at over 200 calories a glass), So staying active with hobbies like running, tennis, and lake activties are really important to me to stay trim from all those extra calories.
You can also meet new people while doing these activities, thereby increasing your network! The only thing you have to remember is to keep some "waterproof business cards" handy and always introducing yourself as a local real estate agent. :-)
If you don't know what you can do for a physical hobbie and you don't want to go to the gym or hang out at the coffee shop like every one else, then try searching www.meetup.com for something that you might be interested in. I started my Wine meetup (Lake Norman Wine Enthusiasts) in September of 2007 for fun, and I now have over 700 members! I host 3-5 events a month a local wine bars and it doesn't cost me anything to do the tasting since I set them up. It's totally fun and a great way to network.
My friend Lonnie just joined a hiking group (meetup group) and is now hiking almost every weekend within a couple hours of the Lake Norman area with a whole new group of people. And he gets in shape while hanging out and networking!
I also try to play tennis with lake norman tennis organization ($15) called "Compass Draw" at least a couple times a month. I bought a used racket a couple years ago and just signed up and have played ever since. I joined Galloway Training in Charlotte and I run a long run at 7:30am every Saturday morning with at least 20 people in my 11 min pace group. Who needs the gym when you can mingle with people and exercise at the same time??
HERE'S A MOTTO: "WORK HARD, PLAY HARD!"
Lake Norman Wine EnthusiastsMeet fellow Lake Norman (LKN) Wine Enthusiasts near you! Come to a local Wine Meetup to taste new wines; learn about noses and legs; and discuss great vintages and estates. We may have some tasting sessions, an opening information session by a local sommelier, or just have a few glasses, some cheese, and talk! Everyone over 21 years of age is welcome, from new bouquet-sniffers to educated connoisseurs. | |
| XO Wine Tasting & Chef's Ice Cream Demonstration! - Cornelius XO Tapas Wine Bar in Cornelius proudly presents a Wine Tasting on Wed, Sept. 23rd, at 7pm It's a totally awesome presentation (I have seen it a couple times and I am still fascinated by it) The price is ony $15 dollars for 4 wine tastes and includes a community cheese and fruit tray and the special treat is that the 4th wine taste will go with an ice cream taste!! They usually have a big crowd when they do this presentation, so get your RSVP in early! XO Tapas Wine Bar
See the full event details at http://www.meetup.com/lake-norman-wine-group/calendar/11110697/. |
Check out what members are saying about Lake Norman Wine Enthusiasts: "This is a great group of people that share a lust for fine wines. I always look forward to an event because I know I will meet someone fun!" - Christine "It is always a good time!" - Lonnie "Fun people" - Cindy Bilbrough "The Lake Norman Wine Enthusiasts is a great group of friendly people. The meetups are fun. I am very glad that I joined. Its a wonderful way to make new friends." - LeeAnne Hughes "It is great for wine drinkers and to socialize." - Lia Labriola |
Lake Norman Wine EnthusiastsMeet fellow Lake Norman (LKN) Wine Enthusiasts near you! Come to a local Wine Meetup to taste new wines; learn about noses and legs; and discuss great vintages and estates. We may have some tasting sessions, an opening information session by a local sommelier, or just have a few glasses, some cheese, and talk! Everyone over 21 years of age is welcome, from new bouquet-sniffers to educated connoisseurs. | |
| Dirty Martini Wine Tasting for $5 ! Check out this cool, NEW, Lake Norman lounge with excellent martinis, wine selections, and music!! We are sure to have a blast for a very nice LOW price. Network, meet singles, make friends, try new wines, and more! LIVE Music starts at 8pm. DIRTY MARTINI, JARRID CABLE, AND EMPIRE DISTRIBUTORS PRESENTS**: 5 Wines tasted for only $5 with crackers and cheese! In addition to that excellent offer, they are having 1/2 PRICE BOTTLES OF WINE AND BY THE GLASS FOR THE ENTIRE NIGHT!!! WHEN? Wednesday Sept. 16th, 7-9pm WHERE? Dirty Martini in Cornelius, NC at Kenton Place (near Galway Hooker Irish Pub and Bruester's Ice Cream) off Catawba Ave. Pay the bartender $5 for your tasting and you're all set! **Jarrid Cable, Senior Executive at A4 Capital Management in Huntersville (Birkdale Area). .... LKN Dirty Martini
See the full event details at http://www.meetup.com/lake-norman-wine-group/calendar/11324360/. |
Check out what members are saying about Lake Norman Wine Enthusiasts: "This is a great group of people that share a lust for fine wines. I always look forward to an event because I know I will meet someone fun!" - Christine "It is always a good time!" - Lonnie "Fun people" - Cindy Bilbrough "The Lake Norman Wine Enthusiasts is a great group of friendly people. The meetups are fun. I am very glad that I joined. Its a wonderful way to make new friends." - LeeAnne Hughes "It is great for wine drinkers and to socialize." - Lia Labriola |
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| Lots/Acres/Farms (Active) | Area: 13/5 | |
| MLS#: 825943 | LP: $ 199,000 | Subdivision: Caccia Cove |
| 7379 Gabriel ST Sherrills Ford , NC 28673 |
Type: Lot | Tax Loc: Catawba |
| County: Catawba |
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| Elementary: Sherrills Ford | Middle: Mills Creek | High: Bandys |
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| Approx Lot Dimension: .81 | Approx. Acres: 0.81 | Tax Value: $ 107,700 |
| Parcel ID: 4607033332500000 | Legal: Lot 1 Caccia Cove | |
| Deed Ref: 2616/1578 | Zoning: Res | Price/Acre: $ 245,679 |
| Lot Description: Waterfront, Waterview | ||
| HOA Fee: $ | HOA Mgmt: | HOA Phone: |
| DESCRIPTION |
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| Can Be Divided: No | Outbuildings: No | Dwelling: No |
| Minimum SqFt to Build: 0 | Exterior Features: Boat Slip, Floating Dock, Pier | Water/Sewer: Septic Tank, Well |
| Restrictions: | Proposed Foundation: | |
| Restrictions: Livestock Restriction, Manufactured Home Allowed, Manufactured Home Not Allowed, Modular Allowed | ||
| Community Features: | Additional Info: | |
| Green Certification: | HERS Index: |
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| Directions: I-77N to Exit 36. Go West on Hwy 150 to Right onto Little Mountain Road. Right on Gabriel. Lot is on the right where road forks. |
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| WATERFRONT BLOWOUT!You won't find a better property at this price! Year-round water dock. Gradually sloping lot perfect for dream home, spec,investment.Probably last chance to buy nice waterfront at this price.Being sold for aLmost $100K less than original price!New shared pier/dock w/ lot 2.Pier has two slips,one per lot.Preliminary perk for 4 BR home!Lots 2,3,4 already have gorgeous built homes |
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LISTING INFORMATION |
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| FOR APPOINTMENT CALL: | |||
| List Agent: Sandy Aichner ABR GRI | Full Service: Yes | ||
| : | Agency Coop: BuyerAgent | ||
| List Office: RE/MAX EXECUTIVE REALTY | Excl: R Agent/Owner: N | ||
| Seller Name: Wild Hare Development | -- | ||
| AGENT REMARKS |
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| Shared pier/dock has it's own private dock entrance for each lot with a patio area and steps. This lot won't last long at this price. |
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Properties reported may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS. |
| Prepared By: Sandy Aichner ABR GRI, Wed, Sep 9, 2009 12:02 PM |
Attention Thrill Seekers!
Yes, that's right folks! A new roller coaster will be built at Carowind's theme park in Charlotte, NC to honor the late NASCAR legend, Dale Earnhardt.
If you remember, he died a few years ago in a NASCAR race, but he was a hugely popular racing personality throughout the nation. His home was located in Mooresville, just about 30 miles North of Charlotte.
The new roller coaster will be the tallest and fastest coaster in the Southeast and will cost over $23 million to complete, according to Charlotte Business Journal.
What's the new name of the coaster? The Intimidator!! Of course! (Dale's nickname) So, I take it that this ride will surely "intimidate the heck outta you"!! Those are always the most fun, aren't they?
So, lookout Charlotte, because thrill seekers will probably line up in the thousands to ride this new toy when it opens in the Spring of 2010.
I'm always looking for new, fun things to do in the Charlotte area and going to Carowinds has always been a good time. During Halloween, they even dress up the theme park and call it Scarowinds at night. It's a blast and rated for older children and adults.
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