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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 The Cat’s Out of the Bag… and It Has Questions! 🐱❓🐾❓When Your Cat Has Questions, Today’s the Day to Answer Attention, cat parents! January 22nd (yes, today!) is National Answer Your Cat’s Questions Day. Anyone who knows me knows how much I love cats, which is why I share a reminder about this day every year. Today is all about bonding with your cat(s) and showing appreciation for their individual personalities. Whether they’re intently staring at you, meowing with purpose, or following you from room to room, National Answer Your Cat's Questions Day is a great excuse to pause, engage, and enjoy the special relationship you share—one question at a time. 10 Questions Cat Would Like To Have Answers For Historians believe that cats and humans have been co-habiting for some 12,000 years. Des...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Keeping The Dream Alive On Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day "The beauty of genuine brotherhood and peace is more precious than  diamonds or silver or gold."Martin Luther King, Jr. On Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Day let's take some time to reflect on his life and the dream he so passionately shared with the world. Dr. King envisioned a society built on equality, justice, and respect, where people of all backgrounds could live together in peace and understanding. Keeping that dream alive means choosing to do right by one another and approaching our differences with empathy and open hearts.  When we show kindness to our neighbors and work together with a spirit of cooperation, we help build the “beloved community” Dr. King spoke of—a community rooted in fairness, compassion, and shared resp...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 Is A New Greater Charlotte Home On Your Christmas Wish List This Year?There's Still Time To Check That Off Your Wish List And Find Your Dream Home This Holiday Season!  The holidays bring a sense of magic—and for many people, it’s also an ideal time to search for their dream home. With fewer buyers in the market and sellers who are often more motivated, holiday home shopping can offer unexpected advantages. Imagine beginning the new year in a home that feels truly yours—what better gift to yourself? Whether you’re looking for a cozy fireplace or the perfect place to set up next year’s Christmas tree, searching for a home during the holidays can be both exciting and rewarding. If you’ve been wishing for a new Charlotte-area home this Christmas season but haven’t found “the one” yet, don...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Celebrate National Cookie Day... Because Life's Too Short Not To Indulge!"Cookies!!! Umm num num num num!!!"... Cookie Monster Hope your day is off to a sweet start—and to make it even sweeter, here’s a little reminder: today, December 4th, is National Cookie Day! Consider it the perfect excuse to treat yourself to a cookie or two (or three). For Yummy Cookie Deals and Freebies today, click here. National Cookie Day celebrates those delightful, bite-sized treats that bring warmth to our hearts and smiles to our faces. Whether you’re loyal to the classic chocolate chip, obsessed with sugar cookies, or firmly on team peanut butter, there’s a cookie out there ready to brighten your day. "A balanced diet is a cookie in each hand!"... Barbara Johnson But this day isn’t just about enjoying yo...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Is The Holiday Season The Right Time To Sell Your Greater Charlotte Home? Or...... Is it better to wait until spring to put your home on the market?... Should you keep your home on the market during the holiday season if it’s already listed? The holidays are officially here, and with them comes a question I hear every year: “Should we list our home now, or wait for spring?” My answer is always the same—yes, you should absolutely consider selling during the holidays. In many cases, the holiday season can offer unique advantages for home sellers. Why Selling Your Greater Charlotte Home During the Holidays Can Be a Smart MoveThe old belief that the holiday season is a bad time to sell has stuck around far too long. It’s time to retire that myth—because the truth is quite the opposite. Ther...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Treetastrophe Prevention for Pet Owners "I didn’t destroy the Christmas tree—I was just ‘redecorating'."... Unknown December has arrived and Christmas trees are popping up in homes across the Greater Charlotte area. While the season is full of decorating fun, it also brings a few hidden risks for our pets. The lights, ornaments, and fresh scents that make a tree so appealing to us can be downright irresistible to curious cats and dogs—sometimes in ways that lead to trouble. Cats and dogs are naturally drawn to the sights, smells, and textures of a Christmas tree, which can quickly turn a holiday centerpiece into a potential hazard. If you share your home with pets, it’s worth taking a moment to think about how to keep them safe around your tree. Both real and artificial trees come with ...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
LOVE LOCAL, GIVE LOCAL ON #GIVINGTUESDAYCLT 💜   "It's not how much we give, but how much love we put into the giving."... Mother Teresa Today, Tuesday, December 2nd is #GivingTuesday. It's Charlotte's annual, biggest day of giving. The Queen City has always been know for its generosity and was one of the first cities to start it's own local version of #GivingTuesday. Over the past 11 years, #GivingTuesdayCLT has generated more than $52 million in donations of money, time, and items to Charlotte/Mecklenburg County non-profits. (Nationwide, last year $3.6 Billion (yes billion with a "B") was raised in one day on Giving Tuesday.) Will you open your heart and give with love💜 today?  “Remember that the happiest people are not those getting more, but those giving more."... H. Jackson Brown, J...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
REMEMBER AMERICA'S FALLEN HEROES WITH A WREATH OF HONOR THIS HOLIDAY SEASON DONATE A WREATH FOR WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA DAY ON DECEMBER 13, 2025 “A person dies twice: once when they take their final breath, and later, the last time their name is spoken.”... Unknown December 13, 2025 is National Wreaths Across America Day... you can help ensure that a Christmas remembrance wreath is placed at each fallen veteran's gravesite on December 13th at Arlington National Cemetery and at some 4,909 participating military gravesites around the country, at sea and abroad. You can help by sponsoring a veteran's wreath at a cemetery near you, by volunteering or by donating to a local fundraising group. Each year, the Wreaths Across America organization lays millions of wreaths at military gravesites. E...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Latest News On Charlotte Region's Real Estate Sales In October 2025 The Charlotte housing market in October 2025 remained steady. The Charlotte region showed a mix of rising activity and growing inventory, signaling a market that is moving toward a healthier balance between buyers and sellers. Buyer activity remained steady in October, with closed sales across the 16-county Charlotte region nearly matching last year’s levels. The region, which includes key counties across North and South Carolina, continues to demonstrate steady demand but with signs of moderation compared to the high growth of prior years. Market Activity and DemandNew listings reached 4,895, a 7.6% year-over-year increase. New listings rose 4.4% from the previous month of September. Key takeaway: Sellers returned to t...
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By Debe Maxwell, CRS, The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!
(Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310)
The Kind of Clients Who Stay With You Forever Every now and then in this business, someone comes along who reminds you exactly why you do what you do. For me, Liz and her family are that reminder.We’ve worked together for years—buying, selling, investing, even building out a successful Airbnb portfolio that they manage beautifully on their own. They came to me through one of my dearest longtime clients and from the very beginning, they’ve been an absolute joy. Loyal, thoughtful, kind…the kind of clients who feel more like friends you get to help navigate big life moments.What makes working with them so special isn’t just the number of transactions we’ve done together. It’s the trust. The deep, unwavering trust that lets us navigate even the bumpiest roads with confidence that we’re all ...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Ballantyne Housing Report: October 2025Prices, Sales, Inventory, Days on Market Trends📈 If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home in Charlotte’s Ballantyne area, you’ll want to keep a close eye on the latest market trends. Known for its beautiful neighborhoods, excellent schools, and proximity to top shopping and dining, Ballantyne (28277 zip code) continues to be one of Charlotte’s most desirable places to live.  Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, a seasoned investor, or planning to sell your Ballantyne home, here’s what you need to know about current home sale prices, inventory, and local housing market trends as of October 2025. The Ballantyne real estate market in October 2025 showed a notable mix of rising prices and shifting buyer activity. Both median and average sale...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Thanksgiving Appreciation: Thank You for Allowing Me to Serve You Whether we’ve recently worked together, or it’s been a while, I’m so grateful for your trust and support this year and every year. Helping my clients find a place to call home is truly at the heart of this work — and it’s something to be thankful for every single day. I’m constantly reminded that every question, every conversation, and every milestone in your journey is a privilege to be part of. If anything comes up (big or small) for you or your loved ones, or if you just have a question about the market, reach out anytime. I’m always happy to help however I can, and support is just a message away. Wishing you a season filled with comfort, good food, and all the things that make home feel special. 
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 Happy Thanksgiving from Nina Hollander with Coldwell Banker In Charlotte, North Carolina  "Thanksgiving" by Ralph Waldo Emerson  For each new morning with its light,For rest and shelter of the night,For health and food, For love and friends,For everything Thy goodness sends.  Today and every day I'm thankful for the many blessings in my life ~ family, friends, a satisfying career, my comfortable home, my fur-babies, my health, living in my adopted, beautiful Queen City. "Give thanks not just on Thanksgiving Day, but every day of your life. Appreciate and never take for granted all that you have."... Catherine Pulsifer I'm also thankful for my wonderful and valued clients, business partners and colleagues. It is you who continue to make my business possible and successful year after yea...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 A Harvest Of Insights: 60+ Thanksgiving Facts For 2025 How Many Do You Know? How much do you know about Thanksgiving 2025 and how Americans plan to observe this quintessentially American holiday? Did you know that in 2025:85% of Americans plan to celebrate Thanksgiving with 56% planning to host the dinner. 36% say the cost of hosting is a financial strain. The average dinner includes nine guests and family. $431 is the average amount spent on hosting a Thanksgiving Day dinner including, food, drinks, and decorations.30% of Americans plan to travel for Thanksgiving. 18% will drive; 13% will fly.68% of Americans will serve turkey. 50% will serve mashed potatoes stuffing/dressing as a side dish. 41% will serve gravy.$1.2 billion will be spent on turkeys, alone, this year.  Average cost of...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
MAKE SAFETY THE SECRET INGREDIENT THIS THANKSGIVING🦃Your Essential Holiday Safety Guide  “Safety never takes a holiday.”—Paul Blart   Who would argue that Thanksgiving is a time to gather, enjoy a great meal, and reflect on what we’re grateful for? But between the cooking, the crowds, and the travel, the holiday also brings its share of potential hazards. From kitchen mishaps and food safety issues to slips, falls, and travel dangers, keeping safety top of mind ensures your celebration stays joyful—and incident-free.   “Safety does not come with luck. It has to be prepared.”—Author Unknown   Preparing a full Thanksgiving feast can mean complicated recipes, packed kitchens, and hours of cooking—all of which raise the risk of fires and injuries. The National Fire Protection Association (N...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 DON'T LET THANKSGIVING BITE BACK... BEFORE YOU SHARE THE TURKEY...HOLIDAY FOODS PETS SHOULD AVOID "I don’t get a seat at the Thanksgiving dinner table? This is a-paw-ling."... Anonymous Thanksgiving Day is only a few days away, bringing with it all the food, family, fun, and gratitude we look forward to each year. For pet owners, though, it’s also a reminder to stay alert about what ends up in your furry friend’s bowl (or what they may swipe from under the table). No one wants to spend the holiday at the emergency vet hospital. Those big, pleading eyes might make it tempting to share a bite of your feast, but many traditional Thanksgiving foods can be harmful to pets. To keep everyone safe and happy, it’s important to know which treats are okay to share and which should stay off-limits...
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By Brett Furniss, Charlotte Property Manager
(BDF Realty, Inc.)
Property managers have a lot of things under their purview.  Different types of things break or need to be serviced on a rental home.  Most are handled by specialists in some regard who know how to work within the confines of what landlords require (no gold-plated toilets, please).  And sometimes it can be tough to find specialists who are a good fit. One of the vendors that has historically been a difficult find for BDF Realty is a good, reliable lawn company.  When the service area is as large as the Charlotte-Metro area, it’s understandable that not every company works everywhere we have rental homes; it’s tough to justify driving 20 minutes to mow one stray lawn!  Then properties are constantly in flux (vacant ones need to be mowed and rented ones don’t, and this changes constantly)...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
When Holiday Magic Tiptoes In A Little Early... And Christmas Lights Glow Before The Turkey Is Served Ah, the holiday season—when joy fills the air and apple pie fills the oven. But hold on… is that a 12-foot inflatable Santa staring at me from the neighbor’s lawn? Seriously? We haven’t even carved the turkey yet! I live in a Charlotte neighborhood famous as a holiday-lights “destination,” and I truly love it. Driving in and out of the neighborhood in December feels magical, with homes glowing in all their festive glory. But this year? I’ve been stunned. Houses started decking their halls over two weeks ago. Last week alone, the neighbors on both sides of me—and across the street—lit up like it was already Christmas Eve. Meanwhile, I’m over here feeling like a slacker… but not enough of...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Do you remember where you were when you first heard that President Kennedy had been shot and killed on November 22, 1963—now 62 years ago? I remember hearing that news as if it were yesterday and not 62 years ago. "From Dallas, Texas, the flash apparently official, President Kennedy died at 1 p.m. Central Standard Time, 2 o'clock Eastern Standard Time, some 38 minutes ago."... Walter Cronkite, CBS News Anchor On November 22, 1963, I was 15 years old, a high-school sophomore, sitting in a biology lab when someone rushed in to announce the news. Because I attended a parochial school, my classmates and I quietly filed into the chapel to pray for the President before being dismissed early. I don’t think any of us who were old enough in 1963 have ever forgotten where we were or how we felt a...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
CHARLOTTE  2025 THANKSGIVING EVE PARADEMARCH INTO THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT FOR 79 YEARS! "The best way to celebrate life is to enjoy the parade."... Maya Angelou Charlotte's Thanksgiving Eve Parade turns 79 years old this year. As it does each year, the Thanksgiving Eve Parade will light up Uptown Charlotte with lights, music and fun on Thanksgiving Eve, Wednesday, November 26th. Why not come out and help celebrate a Charlotte tradition since 1947!   The Thanksgiving Eve Parade, sponsored by Novant Health, will begin at 5:30 PM on Tryon Street beginning at 9th Street and ending at Good Samaritan Way. The parade will air live at 6:00 PM on WCCBcharlotte.  The event is free of charge and you can bring your own chair to secure your spot. You can also buy tickets for the VIP Seating section. "Par...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Are You Being Misled by Your Home’s Online Value Estimate? What Online Estimates Can't Tell You About Your Home's Value With the real estate market and home values shifting and so many homeowners regularly checking online estimates, it’s more important than ever to understand how accurate those online estimates really are—whether you're considering selling or simply curious about your home’s true value. In my recent blog post, I raise an important question: Can you really trust online home value estimates? Most homeowners don’t realize these tools have a 7–8% median error rate for off-market properties. On a $400,000 home, that’s a difference of more than $28,000—enough to meaningfully influence home selling decisions around pricing, timing, and expectations. → Can You Really Trust Onli...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Celebrating Real-Life Royalty On National Princess DayWhat Defines A Real-Life Princess? Like many young girls of my generation, I grew up enchanted by Disney’s royal lineup—Cinderella, Snow White, Aurora, Rapunzel. Like so many girls, I imagined myself wearing a sparkling gown and tiara and living a storybook life. As the years passed, I realized that while fairy-tale royalty belongs in storybooks, real princesses exist in everyday life. And the lives of these real princesses have nothing to do with crowns👑, castles🏰, or a prince🤴 arriving on cue. So What Does Define A Real-Life Princess? "Behaving like a princess is work. It's not just about looking beautiful or wearing a crown. It's more about how you are inside."... Julie Andrews A true princess shows up in the world with qualities ...
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