Ask yourself-what attracted me to my current home in the first place?

Whether or not you need schools at the time, schools will continue to play a vital roll in protecting your value and increased desirability.  Award winning schools are the most important consideration.  Great shopping centers create a lifestyle of convenience and social gathering spots.  We are all creatures of convenience and these spots are exactly that.  Whether you want to live in South Charlotte, with such shopping centers as Blakeney or Stone Crest, or up North in Huntersville where you have Birkdale Village these award winning centers are a hub for shopping and enjoyment.  Today’s buyers are focused on a community and neighborhood that offer so many choices.  Country club life style of golf, tennis, and an on site restaurant, having a club house with work out facilities and a lazy river for the family or just a well groomed community play a major roll in the ease of selling your home.

Real Estate is local in nature and not all communities are impacted by “market conditions”.  Even though we face tougher economic times not all communities are declining in value.  Some communities continue to outpace the market because of the factors I’ve listed above.

Want to know more?   Do you have questions as to which communities are the best and which schools have the best ratings?  Think before you purchase and consult your Realtor.

Two hours later the evening goes from good to out of this world!  Here I am a 59 year old baby boomer who remembers the 70′s like it was yesterday when the only thing I had to worry about was hanging with my best girl.  Well I married her and last evening we went to the best concert that I have ever seen and will be for the rest of my life! 

On Saturday night, two icons – Elton John and Billy Joel – rocked the house and for 3 and 1/2 hours! I felt like I was in my twenties again with not a care in the world.  I didn’t worry about lost homes, lost jobs or making that extra sale.  Yeah, I did look at my e-mail every now and then but I swear just for a moment and then I snapped another picture, sang to the music and remembered when It was great again.  They are two of the most amazing entertainers I have ever seen and I know because ’60′ is suddenly around the corner.  I may never get a chance again to see a concert like this, in a great city, at a wonderful venue, with people that bring back my youth so magically. 

So when you have nothing to do, see what’s happening in Charlotte and as the song is titled – bring your “uptown” girl uptown!   Tell me if you were there and share your thoughts!

One of my past clients has introduced me to his company, The Victory Junction Gang.  The purpose of this organization is to “enrich the lives of children with chronic medical conditions and serious illnesses by providing life changing camping experiences that are exciting, fun and empowering in a safe and medically sound environment.”  It’s in quotes because I didn’t want to miss a word.

I know these are troubled times and sometimes I wonder how or when things are going to turn around.  Then I look toward doing something to help others and try to not have a pity party because my life is so much better and so much fortunate than others.  I feel good knowing that a small contribution has made a difference.

Learn more about The Victory Junction Gang and then volunteer! 

As technology continues to evolve, it seemingly affects all areas of our lives.  Christmas light shows have become increasingly complex and wondrous to see.  It’s no longer enough to simply drive around and admire the lights.  For some of the larger displays, parking is almost required so as to enjoy the entire spectacular show complete with music! 

This particular display (alas, not in Charlotte) was the winner of the Planet Christmas contest in Frisco, TX in 2005.  It would be hard to top this one.  Has anyone seen anything spectacular and worth a drive in the Charlotte area?

It was held at The Morehead Inn – an historic Southern estate located just minutes from downtown Charlotte.  Balmy weather allowed us to enjoy an outside bar while sampling a delicious buffet and admiring the beautiful surroundings.

Through the generosity of friends and sponsors, 30 items were up for bidding in the silent auction.  Wonderful things such as signed Panthers footballs, a signed Raymond Felton Bobcats jersey, two Richard Petty Driving Experiences, botox treatments, a package from Rousch racing that included a Carl Edwards jacket, Skybox suites for Knights games, Pet Spa services, and much  more!

Over $3,000 was raised to benefit the children.

Thank you to all who donated items and to our wonderful sponsors – we couldn’t have done it without you!

Jennifer Gallman of the Charlotte Housing Authority with Keith (l) and Irv (r)

The auction was held in the library of The Morehead Inn

Keith with his wife Becki

Our generous sponsors

On another note check out Coach Adler’s other passion-BBQ

Coach Adler’s BBQ

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I moved here 13 years ago with no job and a couch to sleep on in my aunt & uncle’s house.  Now I am raising a family and running a successful business in what is in my opinion the best city in America!