Fran Park's Real Estate Blog - Lake Norman Homes

Lake Norman Strides Against Cancer Campaign

Fran Park — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 23:19:37 +0000

Saturday, September 25th, 2010 marks the tenth anniversary of the American Cancer Society’s Strides Against Cancer campaign. Coldwell Banker United Realtors is proud to be a supporter of this effort to fight against breast cancer. The Mooresville office, which is my home base, is committed to raising money to support this cause. Agents from this [...]

New Appraisal Regulations for Global Acceptance

Fran Park — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 15:00:59 +0000

We’re moving closer and closer to a global economy. We already see foreign investors in the real estate market. In an effort to make the standard appraisal report more globally understandable, Fannie Mae, Ginnae Mae, and Freddy Mac have come to an agreement with their Eurpean counterparts effective as soon as they can [...]

Brick Ranch Home With Boat Slip

Fran Park — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 14:27:30 +0000

I have just listed this brick ranch home in Troutman, North Carolina. This home has year-round water views, a deeded boat slip, and a completely updated interior. It features beautiful hardwood floors, granite counters in the kitchen and baths, stainless steel appliances, and even has a built-in wine cooler. New carpet in the bedrooms, ceiling fans everywhere, [...]

Waterfront Town House on Lake Norman

Fran Park — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 14:15:09 +0000

If you would like to live on the lake, and not worry about yard work, my newest listing will be of interest to you. A three bedroom town house right on the water in a community with a pool, tennis courts, and boat slips for residents. Offered at $225,000, and Lake Norman out your back [...]

Get It In Writing!

Fran Park — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 21:22:05 +0000

Thinking about selling your home? Let me give you some sound advice. First; use the services of a Realtor®. Second; do not negotiate verbally with a prospective buyer. If you have someone serious about your property, they should be willing to put their offer in writing.

Thinking about buying a home: Take the same advice. Do [...]

Condo Living in Cornelius

Fran Park — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 15:34:49 +0000

If you like the idea of living in a condominium minutes from shopping, dining, schools, and Lake Norman, check out my newest listing in The Terraces at Oakhurst in Cornelius. This two bedroom, two bath beauty looks like it was just built. It is truly ready to move into. The refrigerator in the kitchen is included, [...]

My Real Estate Agent is Missing!

Fran Park — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 15:32:50 +0000

I had a conversation the other morning with a business acquaintance that I thought was interesting on a few levels. He approached me, obviously frustrated, for advice on the sale of his home. Apparently he listed it 30 days ago with someone other than yours truly, and he hasn’t had a showing yet. He also has [...]

What Do You Mean By “Fixture?”

Fran Park — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 19:28:36 +0000

When it comes to real estate transactions, it’s not just haggling over the price that can be stressful. Sellers need to make some decisions about their home before they list it for sale. One of those issues that can be confusing is the definition of “Fixture.”

To understand how the NC Real Estate Commission views fixtures, [...]

Most Expensive Home Sale In US History

Fran Park — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 17:04:19 +0000

Hard to believe that in a housing market like we are currently experiencing that someone could, and would, buy a home rumored to cost around $70 million, but it seems to have happened. Sad news for the sellers, who originally had the property listed at $85 million. I’m guessing [...]

Newest Listing in Huntersville

Fran Park — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 14:23:02 +0000

This immaculate two-story home in the Carrington Ridge community is pristine! It has four bedrooms, and the master suite is on the main floor. The kitchen has hardwood floors, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. You’ll love the spacious great room with it’s gas fireplace and high ceilings. The dining room and entry way have [...]