by Allison Andrews | Dec 1, 2022 | 5 Points Realty, Buying a Home, Home maintenance, Uncategorized
When west Charlotte’s iconic Dairy Queen recently went up for sale, in addition to the $1.4 million asking price, the listing said the property has a slight easement for drainage. Did you know your property might have an easement too? And what does that mean? An...
by Allison Andrews | Nov 23, 2022 | 5 Points Realty, lifestyle, Uncategorized
We are overflowing with gratitude this holiday season. We have food on our tables, roofs over our heads and wonderful people in our lives, like you. Unfortunately, for some, the holidays are less jolly. That’s why it’s important we all carve out a little extra time...
by Allison Andrews | Nov 17, 2022 | 5 Points Realty, lifestyle, Uncategorized
One of the things we love most about living here is the plethora of local joints that are unique to Charlotte. Why go to a chain restaurant when you could have Dan Nguyen coach you through ordering the perfect dish at Lang Van? Skip the mall when you can get an...
by Allison Andrews | Nov 10, 2022 | 5 Points Realty, Selling a Home, Uncategorized
While late spring and early summer are the most popular times to put a home on the market, selling your home during the holidays could be a real gift. Serious buyers are always looking and there’s less competition with fewer properties up for sale. Plus, buyers are...
by Allison Andrews | Nov 3, 2022 | 5 Points Realty, lifestyle, Uncategorized
Having a fur baby waiting for you at the end of a day is one of the things that makes a house feel like home. There’s nothing like the unconditional love you get from a dog or cat. Before you adopt a third dog from the Humane Society of Charlotte or decide an emu is...
by Allison Andrews | Oct 27, 2022 | 5 Points Realty, Home maintenance, Uncategorized
Written by Chris Hogan Preparing for something to go wrong isn’t fun, but as a homeowner, it is critical. Have you ever thought about what would happen if a 100-year-old oak tree landed on your roof? Or if water leaked from your upstairs bathroom while you were on...
by Allison Andrews | Oct 20, 2022 | 5 Points Realty, Buying a Home, Home Renovation, Uncategorized
Are you ready to buy a home? Whether it would be your first or your fifth, there are some questions you need to ask yourself before you start looking. We know it’s tempting to look around first then narrow it down, but believe us when we say if you answer these...
by Allison Andrews | Oct 13, 2022 | 5 Points Realty, lifestyle, Uncategorized
Charlotte has so many interesting and diverse neighborhoods. From NoDa to Wesley Heights to Chantilly and places in between, they all have a unique identity. One thing that unites them is active neighbors who care about their community. Charlotte has dozens of...
by Allison Andrews | Oct 6, 2022 | 5 Points Realty, Home maintenance, Uncategorized
One of Charlotte’s most beautiful features is also one of its greatest vulnerabilities: trees. Charlotte has a magnificent canopy with some trees in Elizabeth, Dilworth and Myers Park more than 100 years old. The National Arbor Day Foundation has recognized Charlotte...
by Allison Andrews | Sep 29, 2022 | 5 Points Realty, Uncategorized
We have been trying to think of a way to express what relationships mean to 5 Points Realty. Specifically we are talking about the relationships that bridge and weave this fantastically strong and beautiful tapestry with our clients, our community, business owners,...