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Christenbury Corners Update - June 11 2009

The Ramsey Group has made a special page for Christenbury Corners. Subscribe now and get updated articles as they become available. It's easy... simply go to the Christenbury Corners page of Your Charlotte Connection and look on the right side (about half way down the page) for the SUBSCRIBE box. You'll be the first to know about the development of Christenbury Corners!

What's going on with Christenbury Corners?

Everyone who lives in Highland Creek, Skybrook or any of the neighboring developments wants to know why it looks like the Christenbury Corners construction has stopped! They answer is two-fold. First, a new developer has taken over and there has been a hold put on the development.

Why has the work on Christenbury Corners stopped?

Lowe's Home Improvement has been open for a while now. That's great but everyone wants to know when the other stores will open. Since there is no grocery store in that area the progress (or lack thereof) in building the Bloom store is getting most of the attention these days!

The developer told The Ramsey Group that there is a temporary hold on the development. Being that The Ramsey Group is one of the leading real estate teams in the University City area, the developer has offered to give us a personal update in the next week or two. As soon as we learn more we will certainly post it to our website at YourCharlotteConnection.com. Be the first to know what's happening at Christenbury Corners by subscribing now and get updated articles as they become available. To subscribe simply go to the Christenbury Corners page on Your Charlotte Connection and look on the right side of the page about half way down to find the "Keep Informed" box.

When is the new Walmart at Concord Mills going to open?

The new Walmart at Concord Mills Mall is nearly complete and ready to open. The employees are currently training for the opening later in June. It should be within a few weeks but a specific date has not yet been given. The location of the new Walmart is just behind the Lowe's Home Improvement. To access the Walmart from the Highland Creek area simply turn left just after the Lowe's Home Improvement store.

The Ramsey Group is Your Charlotte Connection

Do you know anyone who would like to move to Charlotte, North Carolina? At The Ramsey Group we love Charlotte and we love to help people who are moving here. We have helped hundreds of people over the years make their dream home a reality! Email Mark@TheRamseyGroup.net and we'll take great care of you or whomever you refer to us!

Real Estate Sales Tips from The Ramsey Group

What can you as the seller do to help your real estate agent sell your home?

Curb Appeal

A buyers first impression of your home starts from the minute they drive up. That is why is so vitally important to have not only the interior of your home looking it's best but the exterior as well. Peeling trim paint, a wobbly stair post or cobwebs hanging in the corners will leave the potential buyers with a lasting impression, but not a good one! The Ramsey Group can assist in making suggestions for sprucing up the flower beds, planting potted plants and trimming back the trees and bushes. A good rule of thumb is always less is best! While a few well placed flowering plants are welcomed too many can be overwhelming.

Tips for selling your home in Charlotte, NC

To find tips on flowers, plants and trees that thrive in Charlotte North Carolina we suggest you visit Christy's Nursery located at 2400 Concord Pkwy. S., Concord, NC 28027 (Located 3 miles north of Lowe's Motor Speedway) or visit them on-line at www.christysnursery.com/

Your Charlotte Connection is The Ramsey Group

Do you know anyone who would like to move to Charlotte, North Carolina? At The Ramsey Group we love Charlotte and we love to help people who are moving here. We have helped hundreds of people over the years make their dream home a reality! Email Mark@TheRamseyGroup.net and we'll take great care of you or whomever you refer to us!

Skybrook Golf and Tennis Camps 2009

Skybrook Junior Golf Camp

Skybrook is offering three Junior Golf Camps this summer.

  • June 15-18
  • July 6-9
  • August 3-6

Each session will begin at 9:00 am and end at 12:00 pm Monday through Thursday. Space is limited so be sure to call 704-948-6611 ext 3 right away for more details or to register your Junior Golfer!

Skybrook Tennis Camp

There will be two tennis camps held this summer. There will be one for ages 4-7 (Peewee Camp) and another for ages 8 and up (Rising Stars Camp).

The dates of these camps run throughout the summer months of June, July and August. Be sure to go online to get the specific information on the Tennis Camp or contact tennis@skybrook.com.

Your Charlotte Connection is The Ramsey Group

Do you know anyone who would like to move to Charlotte, North Carolina? At The Ramsey Group we love Charlotte and we love to help people who are moving here. We have helped hundreds of people over the years make their dream home a reality! Email Mark@TheRamseyGroup.net and we'll take great care of you or whomever you refer to us!

Taste of Charlotte Festival 2009 - THIS WEEKEND!

The 2009 Taste of Charlotte Festival is going on THIS WEEKEND. So, get out there and enjoy the food and fun! Best of all, the festival is FREE! If you want to try the foods you can buy "Festival Coins" on-line.

Where is the Taste of Charlotte Festival Held?

The Festival is going on right now in the heart of uptown Charlotte along Tryon Street - From MLK Jr. Blvd. to 6th Street. This link will take you to a Map of the Taste Of Charlotte Festival.

What is the schedule of events for the Taste of Charlotte Festival?

The festival is being held at the following times:

  • Friday, June 5 from 11:00am - 11:00pm
  • Saturday, June 6 from 11:00am - 11:00pm
  • Sunday, June 7 from 11:00am - 6:00pm

You can click this link for a full schedule of entertainment. Or, click this link to see the Kids Activities.

What Restaurants are at the Taste of Charlotte Festival?

There are more than 30 restaurants featuring their cuisine at the festival. You can find a complete list of the restaurants featured at the festival.

Your Charlotte Connection is The Ramsey Group

Do you know anyone who would like to move to Charlotte, North Carolina? At The Ramsey Group we love Charlotte and we love to help people who are moving here. We have helped hundreds of people over the years make their dream home a reality! Email Mark@TheRamseyGroup.net and we'll take great care of you or whomever you refer to us!

Down Job Market Could Be A Good Sign!

It's true, the news continues to pour in about the "Down Job Market" and this has many people uptight. Sure, in a perfect world there would be little unemployment but that's not where we live. So it's time we look at the big picture and see how the current job market could be an indicator of good things to come.

The Economy is Causing People to Cut Back

People everywhere are cutting back and making due with what they have because of the economy. The news media knows that bad news sells better than good news so they continue to print the gloomy economic blather. In fact, today the Charlotte Observer ran an article about the "U.S. Job Market Mostly Dark." They just love to print news about how the job market is worse today than it was this time a year ago. Duh!!! The fact is, as people cut back they purchases less and this causes companies to have to cut back just like the individuals are doing. So the downward cycle continues until the individuals come to their minimum purchase point. This will leave companies to fill just that need. When this equilibrium is reached the layoffs stop. This is when the economy has actually reached "the bottom."

When Has The Economy Reached "The Bottom?"

That's what everyone wants to know. So, now that you know the answer lets think about what all this tell us about the future? Let's stop comparing this year to last year because we all know that it is worse now. The key is, how do the layoffs this month compare to last month. When the number of layoffs month over month slows we know we are near the bottom. Let's get there as quickly as possible. Why? Well... when you are at the bottom there is only one way to go... UP!

What Will Cause the Economy to Turn Around?

For starters, people have to feel confident in their job. Until then they won't be buying nearly as much of anything... including real estate, automobiles, boats, nice dinners out, etc. So, what will allow these people to feel more confident? Obviously, they must no longer fear for their jobs. So, let the companies cut back just like we all are doing as individuals. Then, we get to the bottom and wallow at that level until people start to gain confidence that we are not going down any more. That's we we will all start to want more. That desire will cause us to spend more and, in turn, cause companies to produce more. Guess what? That will cause them to hire more people and that will be the beginning of the recovery!!!

Your Charlotte Connection is The Ramsey Group

Do you know anyone who would like to move to Charlotte, North Carolina? At The Ramsey Group we love Charlotte and we love to help people who are moving here. We have helped hundreds of people over the years make their dream home a reality! Email Mark@TheRamseyGroup.net and we'll take great care of you or whomever you refer to us!