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Homes are Becoming Robots and I Hold the App!

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 18:28:25 -0500

In the ever evolving world of home automation technology, options for homeowners are constantly growing and becoming more and more affordable. REALTORMag recently published an article discussing some of the hot new trends to look out for or to look forward to in the year ahead. Over the next couple of weeks we will look at some of them a bit closer.

The first trend prediction is that we will see an increase in Home Automation.

Let’s face it; most of us spend the majority of our time either looking at a Smartphone or a tablet, like an iPad and many of our homes functions can now be controlled through these types of devices. Costs are really starting to drop on the hardware for these types of things and the apps that control them are a download a way.

So what can you control through your connected device? Here are a few items to consider.

1. Home Entry: There are a few companies out now that offer hardware that will convert your standard door lock into a Bluetooth connected option. All you have to do is install and secure the hardware in place, download the app to your smartphone and customize a few settings and you should be off and running. The idea is that by using Bluetooth technology your door will automatically lock / unlock once you are a certain distance away from the device. And YES, you can still use your key or disable access in case your phone disappears. (Example: http://www.unikey.com/)

2. Heating and Cooling: There are now “smart” thermostats out there that allow you to remotely control your homes thermostat from your connected device. Some of the products available are actually very intuitive as well. After a few weeks of using them they start to learn your patterns. For example, let say you leave the house everyday at 8am and turn the heat down. The smart thermostat will begin to learn that you leave at around that time and will automatically make the adjustments for you. Again after a few weeks of manually setting it will learn your patterns and predict your preferences. This is an amazing idea as it will allow the system to help you keep down energy costs. (Example:http://www.nest.com/)

3. Lighting and Electricity: There is no denying this one. Who is not guilty of leaving the house for the day and leaving several lights on or even items like a T.V.? Well, you are now able to control your homes lighting and electrical usage from a connected device. This type of thing can of course be built in to the home, but can also be purchased as Wi-Fi connected outlet plugs that let you remotely control any outlet that has one of these in them. These items are smart enough to where they can also track the energy usage from that outlet. (Example: http://www.visiblenergy.com/)

The above are just 3 of the many options homeowners now have when choosing to start automating their home. The options and products are endless and becoming very affordable to use and install.

What other types of home automation do you know of, use or want to have?

Tim Brown Awarded Strategic Pricing Specialist (SPS®) Designation!

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 14:35:18 -0400

REALTOR Tim Brown Earns Strategic Pricing Specialist (SPS®) Designation!

Raleigh, NC – Tim Brown of Wilkinson & Associates Real Estate ERA, Lake Norman office has been awarded the Strategic Pricing Specialist (SPS®) Designation. This honor is only awarded to real estate professionals that participate in the advanced training program and commit to providing exceptional service to their clients. Brown has done just that.

Created by JAMM Coaching and Training, the Strategic Pricing Specialist (SPS®) Designation is revolutionizing the real estate industry. SPS® was designed to help real estate professionals minimize overpriced listings and better assist sellers when preparing to list their home for sale. This course is the first of its kind and is currently offered exclusively in the Triangle market.

According to Jo Mangum, creator of the program and Founder of JAMM Coaching and Training,Brown has joined a select group of sales associates that have committed to providing excellent service to their clients by giving them sound advice when considering selling their home. “An overpriced listing will be on the market longer, which translates into less money in the seller’s pocket. Listing homes that are incorrectly priced is no longer an option for today’s real estate professionals”. To better assist today’s real estate professionals, Mangum created this unique program. “SPS® designees approach pricing as a strategy and have the skills needed to navigate that strategy. They know how to help sellers understand how agents work, apply market trends and value the process of “how buyers buy” to ensure that they get the maximum return on their investment”.

Founded in 2010, JAMM Coaching and Training’s mission is to provide the best coaching and training programs to professionals working in the sales industry. Clients can participate in one-on-one professional coaching and company-wide training sessions that have been created by Jo Mangum, author of “Pushy” and originator of the “Strategic Pricing Specialist (SPS®)” designation. JAMM is a privately held company and is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina.

The Bigger Picture

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 17:15:50 -0400

Often times an excited buyer will walk into a home and be disappointed with several aspects of the home. These aspects may actually be minor in true nature but to the excited buyer – they are huge.
Showing a home to a buyer and watching their reaction is part of what makes real estate so rewarding. Watching a couple or a family fall in love with their new home is one of the best things I get to do.
However, sometimes you show a home that seems perfect for your buyers, however there are a few things that immediately turn them off from considering the home. The REALTOR’s job is to give the buyer the opportunity to see the big picture.

Perhaps the home you are showing has all of their wants, is within their budget and really is a knock out home. The problem is they do not like the wallpaper or the color of the walls. The truth is these 2 items are minor and relatively easy fixes but have an extremely dramatic effect on the overall feel and flow of a home. If you have very active wallpaper covering the entire kitchen, it may feel smaller, closed off and uninviting. Perhaps the paint in the living room is very dark giving the room a claustrophobic essence that just does not sit with buyers during a showing.

Many times the listing agent will grab on to these items and suggest changes be made. However, sometimes they do not or sometimes changes cannot be made. It is now my job to present the home by describing to them what can be done to a room or a space. This is delivering them the big picture.
Being able to show a buyer the full potential of a home is exhilarating.

Tim Brown – Realtor®
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JUST LISTED: 3BD home in Charlotte - Lovely Ranch that has just been totally refurbished! This baby is READY TO GO!

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 13:35:16 -0400

4325 Dunwoody DR
Charlotte, NC 28215

$84,850

Single Family Home
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
1 Partial Bathroom
Interior: 1,220 sqft
Lot: 0.32 acre(s)

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Lovely ranch has been totally refurbished!

This lovely ranch home has been totally refurbished, providing a move-in, clean and fresh environment. The kitchen-family room-living room section of the home is open for easy living and entertainment in today’s life style – plus a sliding glass door leads out to the expanded private patio and the tree-shaded back yard, allowing residents and guests to enjoy a blend of outside and inside living. The land lies very nicely. The home features three bed rooms, a full bathroom off the main hall and a private half-bath for the master bedroom. Generous windows provide a sunny, cheery atmosphere..

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Equal Housing OpportunityRealBird ID: 176035

JUST REDUCED! 4BD, 4 FULL 2 HALF BATHS in this AMAZING Home in Terrell, NC - In Ground Pool, Sauna, Wet Bar, Spa, AMAZING KITCHEN - LIKE BEING ON VACATION!

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 17:47:49 -0400

8744 Hardin CT
Terrell, NC 28682

$572,500

Single Family Home
4 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
2 Partial Bathrooms
Interior: 6,800 sqft
Lot: 0.69 acre(s)

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Equal Housing OpportunityRealBird ID: 171816

Hassle free living close to Uptown Charlotte! $49,800 - Townhome with spacious master suite with walk in closet and covered patio! A MUST SEE!

Tue, 14 Aug 2012 17:15:09 -0400

5811 Green Forest DR 5811
Charlotte, NC 28212

$49,800

Townhouse
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Interior: 1,126 sqft

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Hines & Associates Realty
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Tim Brown

Equal Housing OpportunityRealBird ID: 173765

JUST REDUCED! 2BD home in Concord, NC - Nice corner lot and covered porch - $28,500 - AMAZING DEAL!

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 18:23:48 -0400

138 SW White ST
Concord, NC 28027

$28,500

Single Family Home
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Interior: 1,250 sqft
Lot: 0.18 acre(s)

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Tim Brown

Hines & Associates Realty
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Tim Brown

Equal Housing OpportunityRealBird ID: 157764

Come build your DREAM lake front home in Riverwood! Quiet Cul-De-Sac - 100 ft water front lot - $109,875

Wed, 08 Aug 2012 15:49:59 -0400

8740 Hardin CT
Terrell, NC 28682

$109,875

Lots and Land
Lot: 0.99 acre(s)

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Equal Housing OpportunityRealBird ID: 172617

Not just a gracious home - A WAY OF LIFE! A MUST SEE 4BD, 3BA home in Mt. Ulla, NC - It doesnt get much better than this! $329,800

Tue, 07 Aug 2012 19:08:38 -0400

3110 Back Creek Church RD
Mt Ulla, NC 28125

$329,800

Single Family Home
4 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Interior: 2,900 sqft
Lot: 3.00 acre(s)

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Equal Housing OpportunityRealBird ID: 171818

AMAZING 3BD, 2.5BA Townhome in Charlotte, Vaulted Ceilings, Warming Fireplace, Eat-In Kitchen and MORE - THE BEST I HAVE SEEN!

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 17:38:47 -0400

8233 Christmas CT 6904
Charlotte, NC 28216

$117,554

Townhouse
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1 Partial Bathroom
Interior: 1,604 sqft
Lot: 0.05 acre(s)

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Equal Housing OpportunityRealBird ID: 171095

JUST REDUCED! 3BD, 2.5BA in Charlotte - Cheerful 2 Story home with nice size lot! $79,800

Mon, 30 Jul 2012 18:37:31 -0400

7024 Indian Ridge LN
Charlotte, NC 28214

$79,800

Single Family Home
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1 Partial Bathroom
Interior: 1,450 sqft
Lot: 0.22 acre(s)

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Equal Housing OpportunityRealBird ID: 158704

Nice Home So close to uptown Charlotte, but far enough from the city bustle! 3BD, 2BA with wooded back yard - $74,900

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 19:50:37 -0400

5724 Silver Eagle DR
Charlotte, NC 28214

$74,900

Single Family Home
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Interior: 1,000 sqft
Lot: 0.26 acre(s)

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Hines & Associates Realty
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Equal Housing OpportunityRealBird ID: 169734

Another MUST SEE Buy in Huntersville, NC! 3BD, 2.5BA - $184,900! Just what you've been looking for!

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 19:04:59 -0400

8320 Brentfield RD
Huntersville, NC 28078

$184,900

Single Family Home
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1 Partial Bathroom
Interior: 2,100 sqft
Lot: 0.27 acre(s)

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Equal Housing OpportunityRealBird ID: 169452

Affluent lifestyle minutes to Uptown! You will love this 3BD, 2.5BA home in Charlotte - Outdoor living at its finest!

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 16:35:04 -0400

3702 Oakwood AVE
Charlotte, NC 28205

$259,000

Single Family Home
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1 Partial Bathroom
Interior: 1,800 sqft
Lot: 0.10 acre(s)

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Equal Housing OpportunityRealBird ID: 151779

Beautiful 3BD, 2.5BA home in Charlotte - $84,899! This home is nicely sized with tons of kitchen space and a dreamy relaxing master bedroom!

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 17:08:24 -0400

7024 Indian Ridge LN
Charlotte, NC 28214

$84,899

Single Family Home
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1 Partial Bathroom
Interior: 1,450 sqft
Lot: 0.22 acre(s)

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Hines & Associates Realty
Phone: (704) 619-1008

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Tim Brown

Equal Housing OpportunityRealBird ID: 158704

It will feel like a DREAM when you check this UNBELIEVABLE 5BD, 3.5BA home in Charlotte out. This place has it all including a FINISHED BASEMENT w/ Kitchen!

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 17:19:30 -0400

10008 Falmouth LN
Charlotte, NC 28269

$349,900

Single Family Home
5 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
1 Partial Bathroom
Interior: 4,200 sqft
Lot: 0.26 acre(s)

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Hines & Associates Realty
Phone: (704) 619-1008

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Tim Brown

Equal Housing OpportunityRealBird ID: 166438

More for your comfort, convenience & money! 3BD, 2.5BA home in Charlotte - $84,899 - ACT NOW!

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 14:36:37 -0400

7024 Indian Ridge LN
Charlotte, NC 28214

$84,899

Single Family Home
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1 Partial Bathroom
Interior: 1,450 sqft
Lot: 0.22 acre(s)

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Tim Brown

Hines & Associates Realty
Phone: (704) 619-1008

Listing agent/broker:
Tim Brown

Equal Housing OpportunityRealBird ID: 158704

Inside the city but out of this world! 4BD, 2.5BA in Charlotte - Has a yard to escape from the city bustle! A MUST SEE HOME - $134,875

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 19:07:09 -0400

9523 Charolais LN
Charlotte, NC 28213

$134,875

Single Family Home
4 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1 Partial Bathroom
Interior: 2,000 sqft
Lot: 0.44 acre(s)

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Hines & Associates Realty
Phone: (704) 619-1008

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Tim Brown

Equal Housing OpportunityRealBird ID: 166732

Ready to move into a DREAM? Check out this JUST LISTED 5BD, 3.5BA home in Charlotte! Has FINISHED BASEMENT W/ Kitchen!

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 15:09:18 -0400

10008 Falmouth LN
Charlotte, NC 28269

$349,900

Single Family Home
5 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
1 Partial Bathroom
Interior: 4,200 sqft
Lot: 0.26 acre(s)

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Tim Brown

Hines & Associates Realty
Phone: (704) 619-1008

Listing agent/broker:
Tim Brown

Equal Housing OpportunityRealBird ID: 166438

YOU WON'T BELIEVE THIS ONE! Reduced to $99,800! 3BD, 2BA home in Charlotte - THIS WILL GO QUICK!

Thu, 05 Jul 2012 17:49:09 -0400

10927 Chrudan DR
Charlotte, NC 28262

$99,800

Single Family Home
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Interior: 1,350 sqft
Lot: 0.14 acre(s)

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Hines & Associates Realty
Phone: (704) 619-1008

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Equal Housing OpportunityRealBird ID: 140097

Carolina Home Seller

Homes are Becoming Robots and I Hold the App!

Tim Brown Awarded Strategic Pricing Specialist (SPS®) Designation!

REALTOR Tim Brown Earns Strategic Pricing Specialist (SPS®) Designation!

The Bigger Picture

JUST LISTED: 3BD home in Charlotte - Lovely Ranch that has just been totally refurbished! This baby is READY TO GO!

4325 Dunwoody DRCharlotte, NC 28215

$84,850

Lovely ranch has been totally refurbished!

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For more information, contact (704) 619-1008

JUST REDUCED! 4BD, 4 FULL 2 HALF BATHS in this AMAZING Home in Terrell, NC - In Ground Pool, Sauna, Wet Bar, Spa, AMAZING KITCHEN - LIKE BEING ON VACATION!

8744 Hardin CTTerrell, NC 28682

$572,500

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For more information, contact (704) 619-1008

Hassle free living close to Uptown Charlotte! $49,800 - Townhome with spacious master suite with walk in closet and covered patio! A MUST SEE!

5811 Green Forest DR 5811Charlotte, NC 28212

$49,800

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For more information, contact (704) 619-1008

JUST REDUCED! 2BD home in Concord, NC - Nice corner lot and covered porch - $28,500 - AMAZING DEAL!

138 SW White STConcord, NC 28027

$28,500

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For more information, contact (704) 619-1008

Come build your DREAM lake front home in Riverwood! Quiet Cul-De-Sac - 100 ft water front lot - $109,875

8740 Hardin CTTerrell, NC 28682

$109,875

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For more information, contact (704) 619-1008

Not just a gracious home - A WAY OF LIFE! A MUST SEE 4BD, 3BA home in Mt. Ulla, NC - It doesnt get much better than this! $329,800

3110 Back Creek Church RDMt Ulla, NC 28125

$329,800

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For more information, contact (704) 619-1008

AMAZING 3BD, 2.5BA Townhome in Charlotte, Vaulted Ceilings, Warming Fireplace, Eat-In Kitchen and MORE - THE BEST I HAVE SEEN!

8233 Christmas CT 6904Charlotte, NC 28216

$117,554

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For more information, contact (704) 619-1008

JUST REDUCED! 3BD, 2.5BA in Charlotte - Cheerful 2 Story home with nice size lot! $79,800

7024 Indian Ridge LNCharlotte, NC 28214

$79,800

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For more information, contact (704) 619-1008

Nice Home So close to uptown Charlotte, but far enough from the city bustle! 3BD, 2BA with wooded back yard - $74,900

5724 Silver Eagle DRCharlotte, NC 28214

$74,900

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For more information, contact (704) 619-1008

Another MUST SEE Buy in Huntersville, NC! 3BD, 2.5BA - $184,900! Just what you've been looking for!

8320 Brentfield RDHuntersville, NC 28078

$184,900

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For more information, contact (704) 619-1008

Affluent lifestyle minutes to Uptown! You will love this 3BD, 2.5BA home in Charlotte - Outdoor living at its finest!

3702 Oakwood AVECharlotte, NC 28205

$259,000

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For more information, contact (704) 619-1008

Beautiful 3BD, 2.5BA home in Charlotte - $84,899! This home is nicely sized with tons of kitchen space and a dreamy relaxing master bedroom!

7024 Indian Ridge LNCharlotte, NC 28214

$84,899

Photos

For more information, contact (704) 619-1008

It will feel like a DREAM when you check this UNBELIEVABLE 5BD, 3.5BA home in Charlotte out. This place has it all including a FINISHED BASEMENT w/ Kitchen!

10008 Falmouth LNCharlotte, NC 28269

$349,900

Photos

For more information, contact (704) 619-1008

More for your comfort, convenience & money! 3BD, 2.5BA home in Charlotte - $84,899 - ACT NOW!

7024 Indian Ridge LNCharlotte, NC 28214

$84,899

Photos

For more information, contact (704) 619-1008

Inside the city but out of this world! 4BD, 2.5BA in Charlotte - Has a yard to escape from the city bustle! A MUST SEE HOME - $134,875

9523 Charolais LNCharlotte, NC 28213

$134,875

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4325 Dunwoody DR
Charlotte, NC 28215

8744 Hardin CT
Terrell, NC 28682

5811 Green Forest DR 5811
Charlotte, NC 28212

138 SW White ST
Concord, NC 28027

8740 Hardin CT
Terrell, NC 28682

3110 Back Creek Church RD
Mt Ulla, NC 28125

8233 Christmas CT 6904
Charlotte, NC 28216

7024 Indian Ridge LN
Charlotte, NC 28214

5724 Silver Eagle DR
Charlotte, NC 28214

8320 Brentfield RD
Huntersville, NC 28078

3702 Oakwood AVE
Charlotte, NC 28205

7024 Indian Ridge LN
Charlotte, NC 28214

10008 Falmouth LN
Charlotte, NC 28269

7024 Indian Ridge LN
Charlotte, NC 28214

9523 Charolais LN
Charlotte, NC 28213

10008 Falmouth LN
Charlotte, NC 28269

10927 Chrudan DR
Charlotte, NC 28262