Meeting Sparks Strong Discussion on the Future of Polaris

Submitted by Jonathan B. Beall, Coldwell Banker Commercial MECA At a meeting on Friday, February 19 at the Hal Marshal Building, a discussion was started regarding  the Mecklenburg County GIS system (Polaris) and upcoming changes to the system.  The meeting was attended by real estate brokers, appraisers, surveyors, attorneys, paralegals, etc (“Power Users”).  Very little of [...]

Watch the ACC Tournament at CRCBR’s Members-Only BrokerNet

Thursday, March 11, 2010 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Dilworth Neighborhood Grille 911 East Morehead St. Charlotte, NC 28204 Network with other real estate industry professionals at CRCBR’s members-only BrokerNet.  Join us March 11th to watch the ACC Tournament and practice your 3-point shot on the Wii.  Complimentary beverages and appetizers will be provided.  Please [...]

Charlotte Regional Partnership Networking Breakfast

Tuesday, March 30, 2010 7:30am – 9:00am The Westin Charlotte The Charlotte Regional Partnership (CRP) invites CRCBR members and industry professionals to attend a networking breakfast to learn more about how the CRP is working to enhance the economic growth, vitality, and global competitiveness of the Charlotte region.  A professional panel discussion will follow. Moderator [...]

CRCBR 2009 Top Producers’ Market Analysis #5

We asked our 2009 Deal Maker Top Producers (based on 2008 production) to provide their thoughts about the market in 2009, and what is in store for 2010 and beyond. Land Report By Brian A. Craver, CCIM, Gallant Properties, LLC I like to be an optimist.  No reason to dwell on negatives in the past.  [...]

CRCBR 2009 Top Producers’ Market Analysis #4

We asked our 2009 Deal Maker Top Producers (based on 2008 production) to provide their thoughts about the market in 2009, and what is in store for 2010 and beyond. Retail Report by Billy Cooper, NAI Southern Real Estate It may be safe to say the worst is over but the road to recovery in [...]

CRCBR 2009 Top Producers’ Market Analysis #3

We asked our 2009 Deal Maker Top Producers (based on 2008 production) to provide their thoughts about the market in 2009, and what is in store for 2010 and beyond. Office Report by Brad Grow, Colliers Pinkard Recession pricing and market uncertainty were the driving factors for decisions by both tenants and landlords in the [...]

CRCBR 2009 Top Producers’ Market Analysis #2

We asked our 2009 Deal Maker Top Producers (based on 2008 production) to provide their thoughts about the market in 2009, and what is in store for 2010 and beyond. Industrial Report by Greg M. Copps, SIOR, Clarus Properties, Inc. The most positive thing that I can say about 2009 is that it is over.  [...]

CRCBR 2009 Top Producers’ Market Analysis #1

We asked our 2009 Deal Maker Top Producers (based on 2008 production) to provide their thoughts about the market in 2009, and what is in store for 2010 and beyond. Investment Report By Ryan Clutter, CB Richard Ellis, Inc. The credit crisis that started in 2007 and reached an inflexion point in the fall of [...]

Next CRCPE Training is March 18th

Sign up for one of our upcoming CRCPE training sessions.  All CRCPE training sessions are held at the CRCBR offices located at 400 East Blvd., Ste. 210, Charlotte, NC 28203. Here is a list of our upcoming training sessions: March 18, 2010 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Limited space available How to Register To register [...]

Useful Information for Your 2009 Tax Preparations

2009 Non-Deductible Portion of Dues Previously posted on NCAR’s blog, NC REALTORS Talk NCAR Dues A portion of your dues, $3.90, provides you a copy of our bi-monthly Insight magazine. Dues payments to NCAR are NOT deductible as charitable contributions for Federal income tax purposes. Such payments however, may be deductible as an ordinary and [...]