Archive for December, 2008

They’re not laughing at Peter Schiff now!

December 10th, 2008 categories: Charlotte Living

Have you ever been laughed at for being right but just a bit too early (I think I have but it’s too early to tell haha). Peter Schiff definitely was. Watch this video compilation of what Peter Schiff, president of EuroPacific Capital was saying in 2006-2007 about the looming housing and banking meltdown. Sure it’s easy to look back now with 20/20 hindsight but his words were eerily specific and right!

After that you may want to hear what he has to say about the auto bailout. Is he right…again? I know one thing most of the experts turn out to be anything but — trust your gut is sage advice I think!

Thanks to my friends at Church of the Customer blog for pointing this one out!

Authored by Donna Johnston | Discussion: Your Comments Please »

Cocoa, Music, and Santa.. . Enjoy Winter Fun in Weddington

December 7th, 2008 categories: Charlotte Living

There are so many choices of holiday events going on throughout Charlotte and the surrounding areas.  The Town of Weddington has some attractive alternatives that both you and your children can enjoy as you breathe the crisp, clean and cold winter air.  The Town of Weddington is located about fifteen miles southeast of Charlotte and fourteen miles from Monroe.  Here are highlights of Weddington events going on this week:

1. Bright Lights, Little Town. The town of Weddington will have their 1st Annual Town Hall Tree Lighting Event on December 8, 2008 at 6:00 pm.  Enjoy coffee, cocoa, cookies, and the company of the friendly Weddington citizens.  Since this is the first year for this event, I’m sure that the town would love a big turnout which can set a precedent for years to come.
2. Musical Melodies. The Marshville Elementary School Music Machine will present a Christmas concert on December 9, 2008 at 6:30 pm.  Advance tickets are $1 and tickets at the door are $2.  Being a  band member while in school,  I know that the students would love the support of their local community in addition to their family and friends.
3. Share Breakfast with Santa. The Weddington Optimist Club will host a breakfast with Santa at the Siler Presbyterian Church’s Fellowship Hall on Saturday, December 13, 2008 from 8:00 am-10:30 am. The breakfast will include all you can eat pancakes, bacon, sausage, orange juice, and coffee.  Tickets are $4.00 for adults and $3.00 for children ages 3-10.    Bring your camera to take a picture with the special breakfast guest, Santa.  What child or adult as well would not enjoy sharing a meal with Santa?  Santa enjoys the solo midnight milk and cookies snack on Christmas Eve but I’m sure that he would enjoy meeting you for a more nutritious meal and pleasant company.

Weddington has a lot to offer and many of these events could be enduring annual traditions for you and your family.

Authored by Satyra Riggins | Discussion: Your Comments Please »

iWalked to dinner, a movie and a latte in Myers Park (Now you can too @ 1300 Queens Road)

December 2nd, 2008 categories: Featured Properties, Great Neighborhoods

Would you rather live in a peaceful neighborhood lined with hundred year+ oak trees or a vibrant urban setting where you can walk to one of Charlotte’s most beloved restaurants, catch an independent flick at a vintage movie house and then grab a cup of Starbucks coffee (may we suggest halfcaf) for the short stroll home?

Well at Queens Towers 1300 Queens Road in Charlotte’s Myers Park neighborhood you can do BOTH and so much more.

We are always excited when we have the opportunity to list a property in one of Charlotte’s beautiful heritage neighborhoods. We are especially pleased to present the beautiful #303 condo at Queens Towers (click here for a full picture tour online) and listen to the Debussy play ~ nice touch Rhonda! We hope that you will Email the listing agent Rhonda Gibbons or contact any of our agents to tell you more about this unique condominium and this distinctive part of Charlotte.

And through the magic (ain’t this stuff amazing) of the internet and WalkScore you can find out just how close you’ll be to (or what will become) your favorite shops, services and restaurants…like

Trader Joes .88 miles
Harris Teeter Supermarket .22 miles
Starbucks .38 miles
Myers Park Methodist .23 miles
RiteAid .37 miles
Myers Park Library .14 miles
Carolinas Medical Center Hospital 1.0 miles
Presbyterian Hospital 1.5 miles
Center City Charlotte 2.9 miles
and of course Charlotte’s famous jogging/cycling Booty Loop (well basically you’re on it!)

Authored by Donna Johnston | Discussion: Your Comments Please »