Charlotte Relocation Information

Whether this is your first or fifth move, moving to a new home or even a new town can be an exciting experience. However, relocating also has the potential to be quite stressful. By planning ahead and considering all the specifics involved, your move can be a smooth one.

I am determined to provide you with all the necessary resources to assist you with your big move. I offer detailed guides that are uniquely designed so that you don't leave anything out. As a relocation Specialist, I understand that making the right decisions can make all the difference. By browsing my site you can find information on the Charlotte community.

What is it that makes Charlotte so special? One can quite literally count the many ways this unique community holds residents captive. With the charm and warmth of a Southern City and a cosmopolitan vibrancy and sophistication. Charlotte is an oasis in the heart of the Southeast - and we're not the only ones who think so. Not surprisingly, Charlotte was the top pick for "Most Livable City" in April of 2004 by the Partners for Livable Communities.

Housing

Charlotte has been ranked as one of the hottest and most affordable housing markets by U.S. News & World Report. The Carolinas Multiple Listing Service (CMLS) reports the 2005 average sales price of $219,069 for a single-family home in Charlotte. Housing Affordability Index

Source: Coldwell Banker's Home Price Comparison Index, 2005
Cities compared have $20 billion or more in wholesale sales.
Note: Index is average cost of a single-family, 2200 sq. ft. home with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and a two-car garage

Ask people what they love most about living in the Charlotte area, and you'll find as many answers as stars in the sky. For some it's the unique location, Charlotte is just a short drive to the Great Smoky Mountains or the Carolina Beaches. For some it's the beautiful weather, with the average yearly high temperature of 70, an average low of 50, and 215 days of sunshine a year. For others, it's the local lakes that offer a delicious escape from the work-a-day world. Others claim that the real reason to live here is the culture-the arts, the laidback attitude-and the vibrant night life. What everyone does agree about is a love of the "Charlotte Lifestyle." Whether you are a Charlotte native or a recent transplant, Charlotte is a city of contrasts and tolerance where people feel welcome.

Education

Education has always been a central concern in Charlotte, probably because the city's such a magnet for businesses.

According to the U.S. Bureau of the Census 2004 American Community Survey, the city of Charlotte ranks 14th in the number of college graduates. Fortune has recognized us as one of the country's top 20 Best Place for Business and Careers, partly because of a highly educated workforce.

• Local Colleges and Universities
• Central Piedmont Community College
• Davidson College
• Johnson & Wales University
• Johnson C. Smith University
• Queens University of Charlotte
• The University of North Carolina at Charlotte
• Wingate University
• Winthrop University
• Wake Forest MBA

Leisure

When it comes to leisure, You can have a hard time with numbers. After all, there are only two days in the weekend. Trying to figure out how to fit in one, two, three, or more of the many exciting activities Charlotte has to offer into that one weekend can prove daunting.

White Water Park

Only 10 minutes from downtown Charlotte is the world's premier outdoor recreation and environmental education center. Alongside mountain-biking and running trails, a climbing center, and challenge course, the park's unique feature is a multiple-channel, customized whitewater river for rafting and canoe/kayak enthusiasts of all abilities. It provides over 300 acres of woodlands along the scenic Catawba River. Olympic-caliber athletes, weekend warriors and casual observers share this world-class sports and training center. www.usnwc.org

Area Museums

mint museum
Museum of the New South
Discovery Place
NC Blumenthal Performing Arts Center

Charlotte Area Parks

Park and Recreation
Paramount Carowinds Theme Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Sports in Charlotte

NFL
NBA
WNBA
ECHL Hockey
AAA Baseball
Soccer
NASCAR

Nascar

Hendrick Motor Sports
Dale Earn Hard Inc
Pensker Racing
Joe Gibbs Racing
Rousch Racing

Golf

Sorry Golf Widows. The weather here in Charlotte offers conditions to play golf year round. And with over 50 golf courses in the area, finding a course that fits your skill level is never a problem.