Beautiful fall weekend and no plans on the books? These five vineyards less than two hours from Charlotte offer a perfect day excursion or quick overnight trip. Experience, sip and see why North Carolina has become a powerhouse in the wine industry. Be sure to check Websites for information about upcoming events and rules regarding outside food, pets, etc. All times from Uptown Charlotte are approximate. Raffaldini Take a [...]
Summer is here and not a moment too soon! Longer days and warm nights beg for a hot bucket list of cool adventures you’ll be talking about long after the sun goes down. Whether your idea of fun is taking a dip, renting a kayak, exploring the forest or listening to music, this list has you covered. Grab your traveling buddies and hit the road or entertain out of town [...]
Recently, Niche.com ranked Ballantyne East and West neighborhoods in the top five places to live in Charlotte and the top 10 places to live in North Carolina. Savvy + Co. has seen the evolution and growth of Ballantyne over the last 20 years. Agent Alec Diaz not only works with many clients interested in buying in this sought-after enclave, but he also grew up in Ballantyne. We asked Alec about [...]
While the days are gradually getting warmer and brighter, the spring real estate market is already in full bloom - kicking off what is sure to be a fast-paced housing season. Whether you are buying or selling, these four housing trends looming on the horizon could affect your game plan. The experts at Savvy + Co. Real Estate are knowledgeable professionals who love helping clients in all types of market [...]
Shove the end of the month same ol’ same ol’ to the side and visit these four Black-owned businesses in some of the most popular spots in the city. Locally grown businesses are the heart and soul of our community and these amazing places are no exception. Grab friends, family, out of towners or your special someone and support the people who make Charlotte a fun and interesting place to [...]
Savvy + Co. Real Estate has a long history of providing excellent service to homebuyers and sellers, providing enriching experiences for agents, and giving back to the Charlotte community. In the summer of 2019, Savvy + Co. created the Agent Advisory Committee (AAC). The goal of the AAC is to bring together agents who are interested in topics such as leadership, team building, volunteerism, and community engagement. “The committee has [...]
At Savvy + Co. our customer service philosophy of “Smart Real Estate, Nice People” was how we described our company, our agents, and our business practice. During this uncertain time, that philosophy is taking a different meaning. Even with the pandemic, life must go on, and for many, that includes continuing with plans to sell their homes, buy a home, or relocate for jobs or family. We don't know how long [...]
Blue Line Extension Updates Slated for an August 2017 opening, the development of Charlotte’s Blue Line Extension is really starting to take shape in NoDa and the University City area. In total, eleven new stations will help define these neighborhoods - spanning from 9th street in Uptown to the final northern terminus at UNC Charlotte. With a little more than a year left before the first passengers take ride, the Lynx [...]
This Sunday, May 1st, Charlotte will participate in a nationwide trend that aspires to foster community building through a simple idea - close streets to cars, and open them up to people. Open Streets 704 will see a three mile stretch of roads across several neighborhoods transform into corridors of recreation, public health, and active transportation. This novel ideas has taken place in over 100 cities across the United [...]
If you want to talk shop with other passionate cyclists, stop by these bike shops around town, and you’ll learn all about riding in Charlotte. So check out these Savvy 7 - Charlotte Bicycle Shops.
