by Allison Andrews | Dec 21, 2023 | 5 Points Realty, Buying a Home, Home maintenance, lifestyle, Uncategorized
When you shop for a new dishwasher or water heater, energy efficiency ratings are prominently displayed, helping you make a decision that’s good for your family, your budget and the environment. Similarly, the Home Energy Rating System (HERS) is a national standard by...
by Allison Andrews | Dec 11, 2023 | 5 Points Realty, lifestyle, Uncategorized
This time of year we often feel like we don’t have enough time. The calendar reminds us every day there are so few days left in 2023. As soon as we emerge from our Thanksgiving feast haze we start rushing around decking the halls, buying gifts, attending school...
by Allison Andrews | Nov 21, 2023 | 5 Points Realty, lifestyle, Uncategorized
It’s that time of year when we take stock of what we all have to be thankful for and feel good about sharing. We have written in the past about various ways to be thankful, like volunteer opportunities around the holidays and especially Thanksgiving. This year we...
by Allison Andrews | Nov 14, 2023 | 5 Points Realty, lifestyle, Uncategorized
Charlotte City Council has passed our first social district in the Plaza Midwood neighborhood. The district will be on Central Ave. and will allow folks to carry open containers of alcohol while walking about and going into businesses. As you can imagine there has...
by Allison Andrews | Oct 19, 2023 | 5 Points Realty, lifestyle, Uncategorized
The Fall transformation has begun. You can see the signs of the new season all over Charlotte, from the color of the leaves to the increase in plaid shirts and boots. It’s that time of year when cooler temps push out the sun-soaked carefree days of summer in favor of...
by Allison Andrews | Oct 5, 2023 | 5 Points Realty, lifestyle, Uncategorized
What’s your idea of a perfect date? Whether it’s your first date or your 50th anniversary, Charlotte has all manner of places for a rendezvous. You may have your favorites, but wouldn’t it be nice to shake it up and try something new? We put together some ideas to...