Quick gut reaction. Which investment do Americans trust more than stocks, gold, savings accounts, and bonds? The answer hasn’t changed in 14 years.  It’s real estate. And this year, that answer comes with even more conviction behind it. New data shows people aren’t just saying homeownership is a smart move, ...

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Thinking about moving to Charlotte in the next year? There are a few things many people do not hear until after they arrive. Charlotte has a lot going for it, from lower day-to-day costs than many big metros to a strong location and a rich local culture. Charlotte’s Cost Of ...

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Charlotte is getting another major job win. Capital Group plans to bring 600 new jobs to Mecklenburg County, and the average pay is expected to be nearly $194,141 a year, according to the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance and the North Carolina governor’s office. For residents worried about job growth in ...

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If you own rental property in North Carolina, one of the first questions you may ask is, “How much does an eviction cost?” The honest answer is that it depends on the case. A simple nonpayment eviction may stay relatively affordable, but a contested case or appeal can raise the ...

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If you’ve been thinking about selling, you’ve probably seen plenty of headlines suggesting buyers have just about disappeared. But there’s a big difference between a slow market and a stalled one. Yes, mortgage rates are still higher than most people would like. Homes aren’t selling as fast as they were. ...

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A lot of buyers are waiting for home prices to crash, but that may not happen the way they expect. In many markets, limited inventory is still helping support prices, and lower mortgage rates could bring more buyers back into the market. That does not mean now is the right ...

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