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Apr 16, 2026

The Myth of the “Hot Market”: Why Strategy Beats Seasonality in Real Estate 

By Jamie Townsend | Founder, The Townsend Standard | Realtor® at Keller Williams Ballantyne-Area  Many homeowners believe there is a “perfect” time to sell a home. Traditionally, spring has been […]

Aug 27, 2025

Survey Reveals the US Cities Offering the Best Bang for Your Buck 

A new survey from Advance America set out to answer a key question: Is there a place to live that feels like home, offers long-term value, and doesn’t break the bank?  While […]

Jun 5, 2025

Market on Ice: Real Estate Slows as Tariff Worries and Inflation Fuel Buyer Hesitation 

Oscar Gipson, Communications Coordinator – [email protected] If you thought the lake home market would bounce back in 2024, you’re not alone. So did everyone else. But according to Glenn S. Phillips, […]

Jun 5, 2025

The River District: Catalyzing Charlotte’s West Side Transformation into a Sustainable, High-End Urban Hub 

By Ashish Sharda  The River District, a 1,400-acre master-planned community by Crescent Communities, is poised to transform Charlotte’s west side into a model for sustainable, walkable urban living. Positioned between […]

Nov 8, 2023

Transitioning from Military to Real Estate

By Sherika Dyer, Realtor at Keller Williams Ballantyne-Area Transitioning from active-duty military service to a career in real estate presents a remarkable shift, blending discipline, leadership, and adaptability into the […]

Apr 5, 2023

The power of first impressions 

By Lisha Maxwell  “You’ll never get a second chance to make a great first impression.” I’m sure you’ve heard that many times, and it’s true on a personal level or […]

Sep 27, 2021

Is a Career in Real Estate Right for Me? 

By Brenda Benson, Operating Principal at Keller Williams Ballantyne-Area Market Center  A career in real estate appeals to many, and for good reason. Who wouldn’t want to set their own […]

Mar 22, 2021

Real Estate Veteran Pete Frandano Pens Book He Hopes Will Help Others Through His Experience  

  CHARLOTTE – One of North Carolina’s most seasoned real estate professionals, Pete Frandano, who is also an experienced endurance athlete, has written a book that combines both of his […]

Oct 22, 2020

What’s wrong with the real estate industry?

Reader Question: What’s wrong with the real estate industry? We have a large family by today’s standards – five grown children with children. At a recent family reunion, we discussed […]

Sep 11, 2019

INVESTORS’ CORNER: Benefits of Acquiring Real Estate

Income generated by rental payments is probably the single-most important benefit of real estate, as these monthly funds can pay mortgages, real estate taxes and insurance, as well as managers, […]

Jul 29, 2019

INVESTORS’ CORNER: I Want to Earn Better Returns in Real Estate. What Can I Do?

by Nasar. El-arabi If you are looking for low risk and secure investment opportunities that have the potential to offer good returns in the long run, few can do it […]

Apr 30, 2019

Spring Home Shoppers No.1 Competitor: Their Budget

This spring’s home shoppers expect less competition overall as more inventory continues to hit the market nationwide, but will struggle with affordability as home prices continue to rise, according to […]

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