3rd Annual Realtor Care Day April 8th Charlotte, NC.

The Charlotte area Realtors turn in their smart phones and I-pads for hammers and paint for one day every year. This will mark the third anniversary of Realtor Care day. It is our opportunity as Realtors to give back to the community. We volunteer 100% of our time for this one day event. Materials are donated or paid for by corporate donations. Last year we helped over 30 families with much needed repairs to their homes. The repairs ranged from brand new roofs, to painitng, yard work and other repairs needed.

This is my second year of volunteering and I am excited to be doing it again. For one day we all take our phones and put them in our car and work together as a team to help families in need. The best part of it, is the expression of gratitude you see from these homeowners for what we are doing for them. No amount of money can replace the joy a good deed can make you feel like.

Over 600 Realtors will be scattered throughout Mecklenburg and Iredell County for the day. You will see groups of people this year dressed in green t-shirts using hammers and paint brushes to help make someone's life a little easier.

Last year, I was able to help a family get a much needed roof on their home and a ramp for their handicapped child put in. Everytime I drive by there I realize the joy that made me feel and the reason I am in Real Estate...to help families realize the american dream.

Dave diCecco
Realtor/Broker
www.davedicecco.com

Charlotte, NC. Among best Places To Retire

Yes it is true the Queen city was voted by Forbes Magazine as one of the best places to retire. Charlotte, NC. has so much to offer retirees as well as young professionals and families. When Forbes did the study it based it on certain attributes that made it decide where was the best places for people looking to spend their retirement.

Among the top reasons was the realtively low cost of living in Charlotte. Taxes are reasonable (some people might say they are cheap). Housing prices are relatively low and your purchasing power in Charlotte is at the highest it has ever been.

But, Charlotte also offers a lot of other great reasons for people to retire here. Weather was another factor. Becuase of our location just east of the Mountains and the fact we are far enough inland form the ocean; we do not get the extreme weather other parts of the country experinece. yet we do enjoy a beautiful fall, spring and summer months. The winters here are mild with a spot of cold for approximately 2 weeks every year. Otherwise the weather here is very conducive for outdoors people.

Third reason was activities. Charlotte area is home to 53 public gold courses and 22 private golf courses. In addition there are numerous parks and tennis courts scattered throughout Charlotte. Charlotte is a biker friendly town and has numerous greenways for people to enjoy a stroll through park like settings. In addition Charlotte is home to a professional basketball team (Charlotte Bobcats), Professional Football team (Carolina Panthers) Triple A baseball team (Charlotte knights) and a high end minor league hockey team (Charlotte Checkers).

If sports are not for you; Charlotte offers numerous musuems, art gallaeries, and is home to the Daniel Stowe Botantical Garden. In addition there is rarely a weekend where you can not find an event going on at one fo the many parks throughout Charlotte from arts and crafts to wine tasting. there is somethign goign on just about all the time for soemoen in Charlotte.

The last reason they gave Charlotte a high mark was the medical care. Charlotte has one of the top medical systems in the United States. With two major hopsital groups (Carolina medical Center and Presbyterian Hospital) positioned throughout Charlotte and numerous doctors and specialists in charlotte; healthcare is one of the fsatest growing areas of Charlotte right now.

Forbes magazine realized what so many people have realized for years. With the low cost of housing and the ample acitivites, coupled with the mild climate and the great emdical care....Charlotte is truly a Queen city for retirees.

Dave diCecco
Realtor/Broker
www.davedicecco.com

Antioch Elementary School Matthews, NC. 28104

Antioch Elementary School is located in Matthews, NC. 28104 as part of the Union County school system. The school is slated for children in the Matthews,Weddington, and Stallings area of Union County.

Due to the explosive growth in the area Antioch was built in 2004 to handle the population growth in the area. In 2006 a wing was added to the school to help accomadate even more children.

Since it's inception Antioch has proven itself as one of the top elementary schools not only in Union County but the state of North Carolina. Since 2004 the school has been recognized by the state of North Carolina as a high growth school. Since 2005 been recognized as a school of distinction and most recently a school of excellence. (the highest award a school can receive).

With a broad curriculm catered to ensuring that students are prepared for the ever changing world climate..Antioch Elementary School is equipped with internet access in every classroom and over 80 computers for the children to utilize while in school. In additon the media center is equipped with over 11,000 books.

To see how this school ranks among other schools and view thier report card visit www.ncreportcard.org. Here you can see how ANY school in North carolina fared last year and how the trend is over the past few years. Boundaries are constantly changing due to the tremndous growth in the area. Please click here for the most up to date information on what school the home you are looking at in Union county is slated for.


Dave diCecco

Realtor/Broker

www.davedicecco.com

Callonwood Subdivison--Matthews, NC. 28104

Callonwood Subdivison is located in the Union County side of Matthews. In fact some people classify it as Stallings so as to not confuse it with Matthews In Mecklenburg County. But this community which sits in Union County actually is part of Stallings. It hosts a Matthews Address because the Matthews Post office takes care of this area.

The neighborhood is made up of a mix of single family homes, estate homes and town homes. A majority of the homes built in Callonwood Subdivision were built by M/I homes. They built the homes to be energy efficient and pass the green test. In fact, If you talk to residents of this subdivision they will rave about the inexpensiveness of their utility bills.

The Callonwood Subdivison is conviently located off Pleasant Plains Road. It does have a back access off of Stallings Road as well. That makes the neighborhood more convient to shopping and easier access to highways.

The subdivision boasts an extraordinary clubhouse, recreation area and pool. In addition there is a walking trail, and a playground. The amenities for the community are excellent and the annual HOA fee covers the expense well. In fact, it is one of the least expensive HOA fees I have seen with the amenities you receive for you money.


Callonwood Subdivision is slated for Antioch Elementary School, Weddington Middle School and Weddington High School giving you some excellent public education Schools in Union County. These schools are among the HIGHEST RATED schools in Union County. Each has received the highest possible marks for excellence in schools.

The homes in Callonwood range from 3 bedrooms and approximately 1500 square feet up to 6 bedrooms and over 3000 square feet. prices range from the $130's for a townhome up to the $360's for estate homes. Come see why so many people choose Callonwood as their home every year. There is a nice mix of an established part and some newer construction going up in Callonwood. Click here for an updated list of what is for sale in Callonwood
Dave diCecco
Realtor/Broker
www.davedicecco.com

New Listing: 2837 Grimes Street Charlotte, NC. 28206

2837 Grimes Street in Charlotte, NC. is a 1000+ square foot 2 bedroom and 1 bath home located in the graham heights area. This well cared for home is being offered for only $59,900. Situated on almost a half acre lot this home offers a lot of space for the money.

The home featues a spacious living room with a wood burning fireplace. In addition there is a built in bookshelf and knobby pine walls in the lving room. Under the wall to wall carpet in the home is the original hardwood floors. In addition there is a dining room, den and laundry room.

This home features 2 very good size bedrooms with cedar closets. The full bath is conviently located off the bedrooms.The kitchen is a functional, workable kitchen with plenty of cabinet space.

One of the best features of the house is the expansive yard. Situated on .4 acres. The yard is completely fenced in and level. Adding to the appeal of the house. Being on a corner lot in a quiet neighborhood makes this home very attractive. or you can sit out on your front porch and enjoy the spring evenings and watch the children riding bikes or playing basketball.

There si a detached one car garage and the home has vinyl siding. The central air system in the house was updated a few years ago as well...

This home is situated in a House Charlotte neightborhood....This program allows you to purchase the home with no money down. Why rent when you can own for less?

Dave diCecco
Realtor/Broker
www.davedicecco.com