This year was the year that Lincoln County did property revaluations. Yes, most people have seen a HUGE increase and few have seen little or none. Due to the increase Lincoln County Commissioners have set the new tax rate at .57 per $100 valuation; which is four cents less. Commissioners had hoped to set the rate at .50 per $100, but in May voters approved a $44 million school bond referendum and rejected a quarter cent sales tax increase to fund it. Commissioners approved changes in the local fire district taxes, too. East Lincoln and Denver property owners should check with their insurance companies for possible rate reductions due to improved fire service ratings. Even though East Lincoln Sewer District is currently tapped out people in this district will see a reduction in the... 06/30/2008

   I hope everyone has a wonderful 4th of July! Lake Norman has so much to offer and the 4th of July is no exception. Events start on July 3rd and continue thru July 5th! If you are in our area please check these out; you will not be disappointed! Denver: July 5, 2008 ~ 5th Annual Fireworks in East Lincoln, sponsored by the Denver Area Business Association. The location is East Lincoln High School, 6471 Highway 73, Denver, NC  28037. Time: 9:30 PM - 10:30 PM. Mooresville: July 3, 2008 ~ Summer Celebration sponsored by Lowe's YMCA. Starting at 5:00 PM. Kids can play games, bounce on inflatables, or rock climb, while the adults enjoy a concert by the Lake Norman Orchestra. Harris Teeter will provide free ice cream to anyone who stops by and vendors with food will be on hand to curb those... 06/30/2008

This is a fantastic money maker and Vacation Home Get More Details on This Lake Norman Home! This Home is TOO Cute to try and see with pictures. Check out the virtual tour. The seller of this home has provided the following information regarding the income produced. If I lived nearby...I could advertise a bit more and probably be more fully rented.....I do not do anything more than sit here and wait for the renters to address me. I get about 20 rentals a year.....without any pushing. I spend 150 on advertising with VacationRentals.com I list the rental at 1200 per week.....and give 150 off the price with the VR website mention about 5-6 of the 20 pay full price...$1200. I get $85 additional for a cleaning fee...of that $65 is for the cleaning and the rest is left for towels and supplies... 06/23/2008

FEATURED LISTINGS James Plantation is a Gated community located in Denver, NC convenient to the new highway 16 that leads into downtown Charlotte. Several of the areas established custom builders have signed on to build at James Plantation and building of Speculative homes has already begun and are available for purchase. If you are looking for a private gated community with heavily wooded home sites, James Plantation is a perfect fit for you. Community: James Plantation Price Range: $600's to $5 Million Location: Denver / Near Lake Norman County: Mecklenburg Community Description: Gated, Private   Amenities:   Home Site Sizes:  Acres Number of Home Sites: N/A Sq. Ft. Range: 0 to 0 Architectural Review: Yes Home Styles:   Lot Descriptions: Wooded   School Information: Area Schools Webs... 06/16/2008

Luxury houses for sale in Denver NCTo view luxury houses for sale in Denver NC, click here.For information on luxury house for sale in Denver NC contact Carolina Signature Realty 704-400-7000.  05/08/2008

Denver is considered the newest development around Lake Norman and Lakewood is one of the communities that makes it stand out. Lakewood offers large wooded home sites with some waterfront lots. Home styles vary from Transitional to Old World to French Provincial and range from 3400 square feet to upwards of 6000 square feet. Other community features include boat / RV storage and near by boat ramp.Community: LakeWoodPrice Range: $400's to $1.5 MillionLocation: Denver / Lake Norman / Northwest of CharlotteCounty: LincolnCommunity Description: Wooded, Waterfront Amenities: Lake Home Site Sizes: 0.5 to 0.7 AcresNumber of Home Sites: N/ASq. Ft. Range: 3500 to 6000Architectural Review: YesHome Styles: Transitional, Old World, French Provincial, Traditional Lot Descriptions: Waterfront, Water ... 05/05/2008

FEATURED LISTINGS  Willow Farms is an exquisite custom home community that offers estate sized lots and impressive amenities for its residents. A number of the area's finest custom home builders have signed on to be a part of Willow Farms construction. Its unique location puts it just minutes from a new entrance ramp to the new Highway16 that will be completed within the next year.If you are looking for a speculative home ready to move into immediately or are looking to build from scratch the Willow Farms Community is definitely one to take a close look at. Home prices range from $350k to $600k.Community: Willow FarmsPrice Range: $380's to $600'sLocation: Denver / Northeast of CharlotteCounty: LincolnCommunity Description: Custom Amenities: Pool, Tennis, Picnic Area, Club House, Playgr... 04/30/2008

FEATURED LISTINGS The Verdict Ridge Golf Community is located in Denver, NC just minutes from the new route 16 that will run straight into the heart of Charlotte. The beautiful 18 hole golf course with rolling hills and breathtaking landscape is the perfect backdrop for the homes that line its perimeter.Amenities include a community pool, tennis courts, playground area, driving range, 18 hole golf course and a clubhouse. Sports memberships and social memberships are available. Verdict Ridge is just minutes away from Lake Norman. Community: Verdict Ridge Golf ClubPrice Range: $300's to $1 MillionLocation: Denver / Northwest of CharlotteCounty: LincolnCommunity Description: Golf Course Community Amenities: Club House, Golf Course, Pool, Rec., Area, Tennis Courts, Walking Trails Home Site... 04/27/2008

FEATURED LISTINGS Pebble Bay is a 5 phase custom home community located on the south end of beautiful Lake Norman in Denver North Carolina. Homes are built on large wooded lots and enhance the tranquil surroundings of the tall pines and Lake Norman shoreline. Several waterfront homes are available as well as boat storage and day boat slips for non-waterfront homes. The spacious landscape of Pebble Bay is topped off with over 32 acres of naturally preserved open common space for all residents and guests to enjoy.Community: Pebble BayPrice Range: $400's to $2.5 MillionLocation: Denver / Lake Norman / Northwest of CharlotteCounty: LincolnCommunity Description: Wooded, Waterfront, Lake View Amenities: Lake, Boat Launch, Day Dock Home Site Sizes: 0.6 to 2.65 AcresNumber of Home Sites: Multi... 04/27/2008

FEATURED LISTINGS The Treetops at Cowans Ford is a vastly wooded community that borders the Cowans Ford Country Club with newly renovated clubhouse and lake view golf course. A number of the area's finest custom home builders have chosen to build in this beautiful Lake Norman Golf Course Community.  Homes sit on mostly 1/3 acre home sites and range from mid $400's to the high $700's.The community is centrally located between popular Birkdale Village and new anchor stores like Super Wal-Mart and Lowes Home Improvement this sit just off the exit ramp of the new highway 16 that leads into downtown Charlotte. Residents at Treetops at Cowans Ford simply have it all, lake views, peaceful wooded lots and a golf community lifestyle. Community: Treetops at Cowans FordPrice Range: $400's to $700... 04/27/2008

FEATURED LISTINGS Norman Pointe is one of many new luxury home communities being erected in Denver, NC at Lake Norman. Some of Lake Norman finest luxury home builders have chosen to build in this community making it a favorite for people looking to build or buy in the Denver area.Community: Norman PointePrice Range: $600's to $2.5 MillionLocation: Denver / Lake Norman / Northeast of CharlotteCounty: LincolnCommunity Description: Planned Upscale w/ Waterfront  Amenities: Lake Home Site Sizes: 0.5 to 0.8 AcresNumber of Home Sites: N/ASq. Ft. Range: 3000 to 8500Architectural Review: YesHome Styles: Transitional, French Provincial, Traditional, Old World Lot Descriptions: Waterfront, Water view, Wooded  School Information: Area SchoolsWebsite: N/AMore Info About this Community: LinkRequest... 04/25/2008

FEATURED LISTINGS One of the nicest and newest communities to recently break ground is the Cobblestone Community located in Denver near Lake Norman. This new 26 home community/enclave is where you will find some of the nicest homes in all of Denver. The home styles reflect both the Transitional and French Provincial styles and will sit on large lots of one acre or larger. Home features you will find at Cobblestone include 9″ to 10′ ceilings, hardwoods, granite, ceramic tile and beautiful bronze windows. You will also find loads of space in these homes which average about 5,000 square feet. Some floor plans will include finished basements with second kitchen. Cedar wood garage doors & shutters compliment many of the Cobblestone home plans which will be finished in brick, brick/stucco an... 04/13/2008

Shopping Without Money    Written by Cassie Hansley, Realtor® with Wilkinson And Associates in Lincolnton.      Are you one of those obsessive shoppers who often find themselves out shopping for stuff you don't need with money you don't have?  I know for myself, that I have done that in the past and I know plenty of people who still do that.  But, would you or anyone you know, shop for a home without having money? To my daily amazement, I find that the overwhelming answer to that question is "YES!"  Let me start by saying that I am not talking about pocket money, I am talking about enough money to purchase a home.  There have been many times just this year that myself or one of my fellow agents have talked with a potential home buyer about looking for a home and come to find out later t... 03/25/2008

Looking for a group to socialize with now that you are a parent with no social life? My girlfriend introduced me to this group online: The Lake Norman Mommies! Here you will find local news, entertainment news, food news and business news. You'll also be privy to events around the area, like the recent "Cooking with Books." It is held at the library in Morrison and is for grades k-5. It has a chatroom that allows you to chat with other LKN moms around the area, too. When you feel comfy, add photos to the photo album or share recipes with other moms. It also has a mom's forum that discusses anything from fashion and parenting to latest movies and books you are reading. You can even find out where to volunteer! It's a truly great place to meet other moms and friends, and it is all ours! 03/11/2008

        Willow Farms is an exquisite custom home community that offers estate sized lots and impressive amenities for its residents. A number of the area's finest custom home builders have signed on to be a part of Willow Farms construction. Its unique location puts it just minutes from a new entrance ramp to the new Highway16 that will be completed within the next year.If you are looking for a speculative home ready to move into immediately or are looking to build from scratch the Willow Farms Community is definitely one to take a close look at. Home prices range from $350k to $600k.If you are interested in available listings at Willow Farms contact Lake Norman Luxury Home Specialist Craig LePage, Broker / Realtor at 704-618-2412Feel free to subscribe to this Lake Norman real estate in... 03/10/2008

You've heard the scuttle: when do we celebrate? I think it has been pushed to March 15 this year for most folks. But whenever you decide to celebrate, here are some events for you: March 15 St. Patrick's Day at NV Lounge: Green Beer! DJ SUPA DAVE playin all of today's top 40 and all your favorites in the main room, and DJ Chris Bond in the SideBar spinning and accepting all your requests. Doors open at 9pm, Ladies in free before 11pm. NV is located at 90924 Torrence Chapel Rd. Cornelius NC Exit 28 off I-77. For more info. call 704-896-6982 or myspace.com/nivnightclub or nvlounge.net Join Beggars Caravan and The Rudder for the weekend St. Pats Party. Enjoy $2.00 Killian Bottles; $1.00 Jello Shots; $1.50 Coors Light Draft and $1.00 Keystone Light. THE TIKI BAR IS OPEN!!! Gallway Hooker: C... 03/08/2008

Lincolnton NC Homes For Sale--Lincolnton North Carolina Real Estate-- First Time Home Buyers --Opportunity in 2008 There is opportunity for first time home buyers in 2008. We have attractive interest rates at present and affordable opportunities within the Lincolnton real estate market.  The real estate market in Lincolnton, North Carolina is more affordable and interest rates are very attractive. If you are renting in Lincolnton, Lincoln County, North Carolina you may want to consider the current interest rates as an incentive to purchase your first home. We have a opportunity available in this market and there are more affordable homes available to you now. Our prices are attractive and the seller may agree to pay the closing cost..  Lincolnton NC Real Estate : More affordable homes a... 03/02/2008

What Is PMI? Written by Cassie Hansley, Realtor® with Wilkinson And Associates in Lincolnton. Check My Weekly Article out In The Whats Up Shopper If you have been thinking about buying a home and you have done any kind of research, then you have probably heard the term PMI. Well, just what is PMI? PMI is an acronym for Private Mortgage Insurance.  It is an insurance policy offered by private companies to protect lenders on their investments.  If you default on your loan and the lender has to sell the house to recoup their lost money, the PMI coverage gives them a margin to cover such things as legal fees, closing costs, discounts to the new buyer, or Realtor commissions. The PMI policy is used, in other words, to cover the amount of equity that you would have otherwise paid into the pro... 02/27/2008

The average sale price of a home in the Denver area is $215,907. Homes are selling for 95.89% of the list price and are on the market for an average of 102 days. Zip Code: 28037Denver is just 25 minutes northwest of the city of Charlotte and is part of the Lake Norman southern shoreline. Part of one of the hottest Real Estate markets it really has is all! You can live on beautiful Lake Norman; you're just 45 minutes from the mountains, just 3 hours from the ocean and best of all great weather. With the opening of the new highway 16 Denver is the new hot spot for development on Lake Norman. Denver is a great place to buy at a lower cost because it is still in the early stages of development compared to many of the other areas around lake. It will not be this way for very much longer. Den... 02/24/2008

           It's A Buyer's Market, Or Is It? Written by Cassie Hansley, Realtor® with Wilkinson And Associates in Lincolnton  More times than not, when I tell people that I am a Realtor®, it seems to be followed by "...so, how's business these days?" and when I respond with "Great!" I always tend to get a look of confusion from the person asking. But the one thing that intrigues me the most is how often I hear the statement, "...well it is a buyer's market".  Now I know that in the Internet age, everyone becomes an expert since all of the facts are posted in blogs, newsletters, and websites across the world, but, let's slow down a second and let me tell you what a buyer's market really means to you. First of all, in real estate, there are only two types of markets; buyers and sellers. T... 02/18/2008