INSIDE: Check all Home Safety Devices (smoke and carbon monoxide detectors) and replace with new batteries Clean Ceiling Fans Clean our Refrigerator and Freezer Deep Clean Carpets Guard Against Pests Refresh Bedding (replace heaving winter bedding with lighter fabrics) and Rotate Mattresses Replace Storm Windows with Screens Wash glassware and dishes that have been store in Open Shelves  OUTSIDE: Bring Patio Furniture out of Storage Clean and Refresh Window Boxes, Planters, Hanging Baskets and Beds Clean, Sharpen and Oil Garden Tools Clean Winter Debris from Gutters, Beds, Porches, Patios, etc... Turn on and service (if needed) Irrigation System Clean and Organize Garage, Carport and/or Shed Prepare Garden Beds for Planting Prepare the Lawn and clean up leaves, debris, dead sticks/bran... 02/10/2018

Early Spring Outdoor Tips ... Check the gutters and clear any debris there may beTrim back ornamental grassesPlant your Christmas Tree if you purchased a "live" oneTrim Perennials to ground levelClean leaves and various debris that's built up in corners and along wallsFreshen up mulch bedsIf you have water features clean out any debris that has accumulatedReplenish Bird FeedersTidy up GarageIf weather permits pressure wash the exterior Are you LOOKING FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS in the Mooresville, Lake Norman, Charlotte or Asheville, NC Area?  Do you have a HOME TO SELL?The Temple Team is ready to help you with all of your Real Estate Needs.  Give us a call anytime at 704-235-3000 and visit our website at www.TheTempleTeam.com. 02/10/2018

 Entryway Create an inviting and eye-catching entrance, both inside and out. Include uplifting "greeters," such as a waterfall or piece of artwork. Add bright and beautiful lighting so the pathway is safe and visible. Place inspiring objects leading up to the door, like a meandering pathway and flowers. Add plants, especially evergreens, which will stay lush all year. Kitchen & Dining Area Add seating, regardless of the size of the room. Add warm lighting, like incandescent or halogen, which makes you and the food seem much more appealing. Use rounded and oval tables. Use white plates, as they allow the natural beauty of the food to be the focal point of the meal. Incorporate soft, comfortable chairs that are of equal size. Give each person and chair a pleasant view. Add serene artwork ... 02/08/2018

 It is possible to "Downsize" or "Rightsize" and still keep those things that are special to you.Here are a few examples of ways to incorporate the old with the new! Are you LOOKING FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS in the Charlotte, NC Area?  Do you have a HOME TO SELL?The Temple Team is ready to help you with all of your Real Estate Needs.  Give us a call anytime at 704-235-3000 and visit our website at www.TheTempleTeam.com. 02/07/2018

 THE IMPORTANCE OF YOUR FRONT DOOR! You have probably heard the phrase "You never get a second chance to make a first impression" and that absolutely applies to the front entrance of your home and it's "curb appeal"! Here are a few examples of BEAUTIFUL FRONT DOORS!                                                                   Are you LOOKING FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS in the Charlotte, NC Area?  Do you have a HOME TO SELL?The Temple Team is ready to help you with all of your Real Estate Needs.  Give us a call anytime at 704-235-3000 and visit our website at www.TheTempleTeam.com. 02/06/2018

Often times people wonder to themselves if they really need to hire a Realtor when buying a home.  In today’s market you really do need an experienced professional!Finding a home that is priced appropriately and ready for you to move in to can be tricky. An agent listens to your wants and needs, and can sift through the available homes as well as negotiate your deal to best benefit you.A great agent will also have relationships with mortgage professionals and other experts that you will need in securing the home of your dreams.Famous sayings become famous because they are true. "You get what you pay for". Just like a good accountant or a good attorney, a good agent will save you money…not cost you money.Are you LOOKING FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS in the Charlotte, NC Area?  Do you have ... 02/03/2018

 Make sure your Credit is in orderPrior to your house hunting adventure, get copies of your credit report. Make sure the facts are correct, and fix any problems you discover.Stay within your Realistic Price RangeThe rule of thumb is that you can buy housing that runs about two-and-one-half times your annual salary. It's best to not be too strapped in case something crazy comes up (which always does!)Try to have at least 20% for Down PaymentThere are a variety of public and private lenders with a variety of options but most require at least 20% Down.Choosing a Home in a GOOD School District is Important for Re-Sale and ValueRegardless of whether you have school aged children yourself or not, when it comes time to sell, you'll learn that strong school districts are a top priority for many... 02/02/2018

Planning a move?   Here's a list of things you cannot put on the Moving Truck ... FLAMABLES ...AcetoneAdhesiveAlcoholAmmoniaBleachCandlesCharcoal BriquettesGasolineHair SprayInsecticidesKeroseneLacquerLamp OilLeather CleanerLighter FluidLiquorsMatchesMineral SpiritsMotor OilNail PolishNail Polish RemoverPetroleum ProductsPolishesPoisonsPropaneShellacShoe PolishTurpentineWeed KillerWood FillerVarnish COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS ... AcidAlcoholic BeveragesAntifreezeBatteriesCleanersDyesPaint CORROSIVE ... Compressed Gases Are you LOOKING FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS?  Do you have a HOME TO SELL?  The Temple Team can help you with all of your Real Estate Needs.  Give us a call at 704-235-3000 and visit our webstie at www.TheTempleTeam.com. 02/01/2018

 BEHR Just Announed their "2018 Color of the Year" "In The Moment" Are you LOOKING FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS in the Lake Norman, Charlotte Area or Asheville Area?  Or do you have a HOME TO SELL?  The Temple Team can help you with all of your Real Estate Needs.  Give us a call at 704-235-3000 and visit our webstie at www.TheTempleTeam.com. 01/31/2018

 COME WORK WITH ME!!! Executive Assistant to Pamela Temple and CES Operations Manager I am currently seeking candidates for the role of Executive Assistant and Operations Manager for Carolinas Educational Services.  This person enjoys the challenge of a puzzle and is comfortable with a complex scheduling process that involves the consideration of many different variables. A consummate professional, he or she can communicate appropriately across all channels of a business, from the owner to the receptionist.  This role requires an independent thinker who can confidently make sound judgment calls without supervision. No task is too big or too small for this EA and CES Operations Manager, and when faced with a challenge, they are resourceful in finding independent solutions. The nature of ... 01/30/2018

 HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT TODAY ... Keller Williams is the #1 Real Estate Company in the USA!   Are you LOOKING FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS in the Lake Norman, Charlotte Area or Asheville Area?  Or do you have a HOME TO SELL?  The Temple Team can help you with all of your Real Estate Needs.  Give us a call at 704-235-3000 and visit our webstie at www.TheTempleTeam.com. 01/29/2018

  They already know what and where they want ...Millennials will do lots of research before ever contacting you so they will already know the area they want and possiblly even the exact neighborhood so you need to be an expert in the area.Text don't call ... Phone calls are an inconvenience and they definitely prefer to be notified via text instead of phone. If a call is still necessary than text prior to the call to prepare them.   Have a good social media presence ... Social Media is like the modern day "happy hour", "cocktail party" or "mixer". Make sure you are tapped into all of the major social media sites such as Facebook, Google+, Instagram, Pinterest and Twitter.Be a pro in your niche'... They do their research before they will ever contact you. They will know a lot but you nee... 01/25/2018

 New Costco Coming To Mooresville NC! Preperations are under way at the New Costco that's coming to Mooresville NC.  Land preparations for the new store should begin sometime this Spring at the intersection of Brawley School Road and Talbert Road just off of I77.The new site will be home to five outparcels including Academy Sports and Outdoors, a gas station as well as Costco.These projects are expected to result in 400 new jobs.                 Are you moving to the Mooresville/Lake Norman/Charlotte Area? Do you have a HOME TO SELL?   The Temple Team can help you with all of your Real Estate Needs!  Give us a call at 704-235-3000 and visit our website at www.TheTempleTeam.com.  *Excerpts taken from article published in Statesville.com 01/21/2018

Unless you are planning on staying in your home FOREVER, it's not a good idea to do anything to the EXTREME! It's best to stay in the neutral color shades and not get too WILD & CRAZY! Although you and your family might just LOVE things that are different, that is just not what sells when it comes to the Real Estate Market.   A lot of times you might think it's an easy thing to fix and just paint over, but it's not that easy for a lot of people to "visualize" it differently or to see their things and themselves living in your home.                 Remember ...  "First Impressions are EVERYTHING!" and "You NEVER get a second chance to make a FIRST IMPRESSION!"                            So ... "THINK" before you go so far "DIFFERENT" unless you want to live in your home FOREVER AND EVER ... 01/18/2018

 Decorating with a Neutral Palette can be Very Calm and Relaxing. Some people might assume it can be boring to decorate with a neutral palette but it can be just the opposite.   Mix TexturesMix PatternsThink About White, Cream and GrayAdd Layers Contrasting Floor and/or Furniture Can Add a Pop of Color Do you have a HOME TO SELL?  Are you LOOKING FOR A NEW HOME?The Temple Team can help you with all of your Real Estate Needs!  Give us a call at 704-235-3000 and visit our website at www.TheTempleTeam.com.   01/17/2018

Are you LOOKING FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS in the Lake Norman, Charlotte Area or Asheville Area?  Or do you have a HOME TO SELL?  The Temple Team can help you with all of your Real Estate Needs.  Give us a call at 704-235-3000 and visit our webstie at www.TheTempleTeam.com. 01/12/2018

Here are a few tips for getting that "Musty Smell" out of your home! Charcoal Briquettes:  Place charcoal briquettes in a container throughout the area and replace monthly. Baking Soda:  Place baking soda throughout the affected area to absorb moisture and odorKitty Litter:  Fill a container with kitty litter and place in the area you want to remove odors from   Are you LOOKING FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS?  Do you have a HOME TO SELL?  The Temple Team can help you with all of your Real Estate Needs.  Give us a call at 704-235-3000 and visit our webstie at www.TheTempleTeam.com. 01/11/2018

 BEAUTIFUL WATERFRONT HOME JUST LISTED  3984 GRANITE STREETTERRELL, NC MLS #3349102 Adorable Lake Home to Enjoy a Peaceful Lifestyle or Weekend Get Togethers. Original Lake Cottage was Expanded in 1999 to Make a Large Master Bedroom and Master Bathroom; Cozy Second Bedroom with Laundry. Full Baths with Exterior Shower to Rinse Off After Lake Swimming or Outdoor Projects. Open Living Area Overlooks Deck and Lakefront.  Click HERE for a Virtual Tour!    01/09/2018

For the most part, buyers are looking for a "Move In Ready" or "Turn Key" home that will allow them to be very happy with very little effort other than personal touches.  They are looking to get the most for their buck!Here are a list of things you can do ... Paint the walls and trim a neutral color Update lighting fixtures Update ceiling fans Remove outdated wallpaper and/or borders Install new kitchen counter tops  Update the kitchen backsplash Update the knobs throughout the kitchen and bathrooms Change out bathroom fixtures - towel bars, bathroom tissue dispenser, etc... Change out door knobs throughout the house Update appliances Update flooring/carpeting Make sure your home is "spotless"! The last thing you want a prospective buyer to do when viewing your home is to have a "Honey ... 01/08/2018

 Every year Pantone announces it's "Color of the Year" and this year it is ... #18-3838 Ultra Violet!“The Pantone Color of the Year has come to mean so much more than ‘what’s trending’ in the world of design; it’s truly a reflection of what’s needed in our world today.” – Laurie Pressman, Vice President of the Pantone Color Institute.The Color of the Year is one moment in time that provides strategic direction for the world of trend and design, reflecting the Pantone Color Institute’s year-round work doing the same for designers and brands.* Excerpts taken from Pantone's Website ... www.Pantone.com. 01/06/2018