Here are a few tips to help when buying a home ... 1. Don't buy if you can't stay put.When purchasing a home, plan on ideally staying in that particular location at least a few years to make the move more worthwhile financially.2. 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.3. 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!)4. 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.5. Cho... 06/13/2017

 Lake Norman .... Located between Huntersville and Statesville has seen tremendous growth over the past 50 years since the lake was filled. A major Interstate - I77 was completed and made commuting from Charlotte to Lake Norman a breeze! Therefore, the Lake has become a very popular place to call home for many including, professional ball players, race car drivers, executives, retirees and those looking for a second home or vacation home. There are a wide variety of options to choose from when it comes to housing! There are condos, quaint cottages and bungalows, waterfront homes, waterview homes, mansions, country clubs and luxury resort style living ... the choice is yours!In addition to the fabulous FUN aspects of Lake Norman, it’s appeal is also the close proximity to the city of Cha... 06/06/2017

The annual "Capture Lake Norman" Contest is officially underway and this year they are looking for a cover image for their new magazine ... "Visit Lake Norman".  To enter the contest, just smap a picture anywhere around Lake Norman and tag it with #CaptureLKN and post to any social media site ... that's it!  Prizes will include:• Grand prize winner: $200 VISA Gift Card and Oakley sunglasses.• Second place winner: $100 VISA Gift Card and Oakley backpack.• Third place winner: $50 VISA Gift Card and 4 Carolina Renaissance Festival tickets.• Cover photo winner: My Aloha Paddle & Surf paddle board lesson for two for 90 minutes.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 h... 06/04/2017

General guidelines for keeping your home cool and efficient: Have a qualified HVAC professional inspect your home’s ducts and cooling equipment. Clean or replace your AC filters every month.Clean chimney and check to see if your fireplace is working properly.Clean out rain gutters and storm drains.Clean and vacuum vents, baseboard heaters and ducts.Seal air leaks in the attic, basement and crawlspace, and also around windows and doors.Check your attic for proper insulation. (The U.S. Department of Energy suggests a value between R-22 and R-49.)Keep shades or curtains drawn on the sunny side of the house, especially during early- and mid-afternoon hours.Extra steps you can take to save energy: Install a programmable thermostat, so you can preset temperatures for different times of the da... 05/30/2017

 The Temple Team Just Listed ... 105 Island Cove Lane - Mooresville, NC MLS #3285555 Enjoy LakeNorman from this Private Custom Home in The Harbour at The Pointe in Mooresville NC.   The adjacent lot is even available if you're interested! To see the Virtual Tour Click HERE Are you LOOKING FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS?  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.  05/29/2017

 The Temple Team is sending out wishes for a ...  VERY HAPPY & SAFE MEMORIAL DAY! Many THANKS to All Who Have Served! Are you LOOKING FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS?  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.   05/28/2017

Well ... it's OFFICIAL!  Millennials have surpassed Baby Boomers as the largest generation in the history of the United States!    What exactly is a Millennial?  They are American Youth born between 1982 and 2000 and they now represent more than one quarter of the nations population with a total of 83.1 Million!In recent years there has been a lot of talk about this generation launching into adulthood much slower than previous generations.But ...  now they are moving out in droves! So much so that last year they were a whopping 61% of "First Time Home Buyers in America!  The median age those buyers were 31 years old.                       A few signifigant factors may have contributed to this .... one of them being the median age of Americans getting married for the first time has incre... 05/26/2017

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 ... 05/19/2017

 This GORGEOUS HOME is a truly One-of-a-Kind "MUST SEE" Home located in the Beautiful Private Country Club "The Point" in Trump National Golf Club Charlotte in Mooresville, NC. Click HERE for a "Virtual Tour" of this AMAZING HOME! 1718 Brawley School RoadMooresville, NCMLS #3261140Are you LOOKING FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS?  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. 05/17/2017

 JOIN US THIS WEEKEND! Sunday - May 14th from 1:00 - 4:00 Come see this AMAZING LAKE FRONT HOME at 509 Isle of Pines Road in Mooresville NC on BEAUTIFUL "Lake Norman"! Click HERE for a Virtual Tour!  Whether you are Buying a New Home or Listing your current Home for Sale ... The Temple Team is able to help you with all of your Real Estate Needs! Give us a call at 704-235-3000 and check out our website at www.TheTempleTeam.com.    05/10/2017

BEAUTIFUL HOME situated on the 2nd Hole of the Trump National Golf Club Charlotte in The Point in Mooresville, NC.  This Home located at 1718 Brawley School Road is a MUST SEE! Check out the "Virtual Tour" of this Home ... http://tours.tourfactory.com/tours/tour.asp?t=1735582&idx=1  Whether you are Buying a New Home or Listing your current Home for Sale ... The Temple Team is able to help you with all of your Real Estate Needs! Give us a call at 704-235-3000 and check out our website at www.TheTempleTeam.com. 04/26/2017

Over the past twelve months, national home prices across the country have increased 6.9%. According to a study conducted by CoreLogic, the findings were broken down even further into these four categories: Lower Priced Homes: priced at 75% or less of the median Low-to-Middle Priced Homes: priced between 75-100% of the median Middle-to-Moderate Priced Homes: priced between 100-125% of the median High Price Homes: priced greater than 125% of the median In conclusion, the lower priced homes appreciated at greater rates than the homes at the upper ends of the spectrum because they are more in demand.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 Re... 03/22/2017

 HAVE YOU BEEN "ON THE FENCE" ABOUT SELLING YOUR HOME AND MOVING? GIVE THE TEMPLE TEAM A CALL TODAY AND GET A FREE MARKET ANALYSIS!!!Whether you are Buying a New Home or Listing your current Home for Sale ... The Temple Team is able to help you with all of your Real Estate Needs! Give us a call at 704-235-3000 and check out our website at www.TheTempleTeam.com.  03/21/2017

 THINK YOU CAN'T AFFORD TO BUY?  LET'S TALK!!! GIVE US A CALL TODAY!!! YOU'LL BE AMAZED!! Are you LOOKING FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS in the Mooresville, Lake Norman, Charlotte or Asheville, NC Area?  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. 03/19/2017

Are you LOOKING FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS?  Do you have a HOME TO SELL? Have you been renting and ready to BUY YOUR FIRST 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. 03/17/2017

 We are #1!!!  We are so honored to have such GREAT agents on The Temple Team. We could not have had a better 2016 without you, YOU ROCK IT!!!!!! And, of course, a BIG THANK YOU to our outstanding clients and their families! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!!The Temple Team is the #1 Group at Keller Williams Mooresville/Lake Norman!Our very own Kelly Smith is the #1 Buyers Agent!Our very own Connie Hughes is the #2 Buyers Agent!Our very own Cheryl Mendenhall is the #7 Buyers Agent!The Temple Teams Administrative Team received an "Excellence in Compliance" award ...we couldn't live without Christy Ross, Jenny Johnson and Ashton Thames!    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 T... 03/14/2017

You only get one chance to "Make a First Impression"There are two different types of Home Staging ... Staging an already occupied home or staging a vacant home. Each scenario are quite different in the approach and the cost but either one is definitely worth the money.Regardless of which option is right for you, this should begin at the curb! Not just the inside of the home! There have been many times where prospective home buyers didn't even want to make the effort of getting out of their car to see the inside and the pass judgement from the street! First of all there is a consultation and you should expect to pay somewhere around $100 - $350 for this consultation. Following the initial visit you can either choose to do the suggested work and changes yourself or you can hire a professi... 03/12/2017

 When you're out showing property to potential buyers .... try to be very mindful of the roads you take leading to the property.  If there are multiple ways to get there, plan your route ahead of time to make sure you chose the most optimal asthetically pleasing route possible for your clients.A first impression is so very important and that includes the area leading up to the potential home! Are you LOOKING FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS?  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. 03/03/2017

It is thought among the real estate industry that nearly all home buyers make their buying decision before they even get out of the car. They either immediately fall in love or fall out of love. If they love it enough from first site they will walk through the home to validate their initial feelings.  Therefore curb appeal is very crucial.  Remember the old saying "You never get a second chance to make a first impression".  So ... what can you do to prepare your home?Look around the outside everywhere. Are the shrubs neatly trimmed? Is there fresh mulch? Is everything nicely painted? Are there any missing of faded shutters or window boxes? How's the mailbox? What about the front door? A very popular thing these days is "Outdoor Living".  Whether it's an impromtu get-together, a planned ... 03/02/2017

The historic Eastover Area of Charlotte recently ranked among the "Top 10 Most Beautiful Neighborhoods in the South" according to a report published by Thrillist.  The ranking took into consideration historical significance, curb appeal, overall layout, and culture.Are you LOOKING FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS?  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.* Excerpts taken from article published in Charlotte Stories 03/01/2017