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Apr 12, 2026CC Evans17 min read

$9,000 From Duke Energy Charlotte Homeowners Miss

The federal solar tax credit ended January 1, 2026. Duke Energy still offers Charlotte homeowners up to $9,000 for solar, free energy audits, and HVAC rebates.

Apr 12, 2026CC Evans17 min read

Can They Build a Duplex Next to Your Charlotte Home?

Charlotte updated its zoning rules on March 23, 2026. Duplexes and triplexes can now go in more places. Here's how to check what's allowed on your street — and what to do if a rezoning petition targets your block.

Apr 11, 2026CC Evans16 min read

East Charlotte Homeowners: $67M Just Broke Ground Near You

Charlotte broke ground on a $67 million sports campus at the old Eastland Mall site. East Charlotte home values are climbing 3x the city average. Here's what it means if you own nearby.

Mar 31, 2026RobinOffer Local Desk5 min read

Charlotte’s 2026 Market Split: Why 28211 and 28277 Climbed While Citywide Sales Slid

National housing data looks steady, but Charlotte sellers face a split market. Here’s what January 2026 data says about pricing by ZIP code before spring listings.

Mar 31, 2026CC Evans4 min read

$300,000,000 South End Build: Sell Before 2027?

South End homeowners: a $300 million build and hundreds of new units are coming. Here is a plain-language timing plan before 2027 competition rises.

Mar 31, 2026CC Evans4 min read

3 SouthPark Costs That Can Delay Your Sale

SouthPark values are holding up, but monthly bills and delay risk can still cut what you keep when selling.

Mar 31, 2026CC Evans5 min read

2 Missed Payments in Pineville: What Happens Next?

If you missed two mortgage payments in Pineville, this plain-language guide explains what may happen next and what to do in the next 14 days.

Mar 31, 2026CC Evans3 min read

Charlotte Homeowners: 3 Foreclosure Rule Changes

A plain-language breakdown of proposed foreclosure process changes and a Charlotte action plan for owners under payment pressure.

Mar 31, 2026CC Evans8 min read

700 New Units in South End: Will Your Price Slip?

South End has major new apartment supply coming, but local resale data shows homeowners still need pricing and timeline discipline if they must sell now.

Mar 31, 2026CC Evans14 min read

Big Money Owns 1 in 5 Charlotte Rentals. Check Your Street

Corporations control about 18% of Charlotte's single-family rentals. A new federal law targets the biggest investors, but rising taxes, insurance, and repair costs are the bigger displacement threat. Here's how to check your street.

Mar 31, 2026CC Evans15 min read

Tariffs Hit 5 Charlotte Home Projects — Here's What to Do

Tariffs raised prices on HVAC, cabinets, decks, roofing, and windows in Charlotte. Here's the dollar impact on each project and 3 ways to save money now.

Mar 31, 2026CC Evans17 min read

5 Charlotte Home Fixes Before Your Insurance Jumps June 1

NC homeowner insurance goes up 7.5% on June 1, 2026. Five fixes costing $0 to $1,000 can lower your Charlotte home insurance bill before the hike hits. One takes ten minutes and costs nothing.

Mar 31, 2026CC Evans15 min read

Kannapolis Homeowners: $500 Million Is Coming to Town

Developers are pouring $500 million into downtown Kannapolis. Home values have climbed 155% in 10 years and sit $95,000 below Charlotte. Here's what it means for your home.

Mar 11, 2026CC Evans6 min read

5 River District Moves for West Charlotte Owners

River District growth is accelerating in west Charlotte. Here are five practical homeowner moves to protect timeline, budget, and selling options.

Mar 9, 2026CC Evans5 min read

Eastland Yards Is Moving Fast. What East Charlotte Homeowners Should Prep This Spring.

East Charlotte development activity is accelerating. Here's what homeowners should prepare before listing this spring.

Mar 7, 2026CC Evans19 min read

Rates Just Hit 6%. Should Charlotte Sellers Wait?

Mortgage rates ticked back to 5.99% the same week the economy shed 92,000 jobs. Here's what this means for your Charlotte home sale timing.

Mar 1, 2026CC Evans11 min read

Charlotte Homeowners With a 6% Rate: You're Not Stuck

If your mortgage rate is 6% or higher, the 'keep your low rate' advice doesn't apply. Charlotte sellers are getting 98% of asking price and prices are up 2.2%.

Mar 1, 2026CC Evans10 min read