Susie Skog

Lake Norman Home & Lifestyle

Unveiling the Local Gem: Foothills Folk Art Festival

Unveiling the Local Gem: Foothills Folk Art Festival

A Burst of Local Creativity As the heart of Downtown Newton pulses with excitement, the Foothills Folk Art Festival is ready to showcase the region’s most captivating folk art on May 11, 2024, from 10 AM to 4 PM. You can enjoy all the activities, art, and performances...

24th Annual Asian Festival and Dragon Boat Race

24th Annual Asian Festival and Dragon Boat Race

24th Annual Asian Festival and Dragon Boat Race Each spring, the shores of Lake Norman transform into a vibrant display of cultural richness and communal joy, thanks to the Annual Asian Festival and Dragon Boat Race. Scheduled for May 11, 2024, at Ramsey Creek Park in...

Safe Harbor Peninsula Yacht Club Car & Boat Show

Safe Harbor Peninsula Yacht Club Car & Boat Show

The Safe Harbor Peninsula Yacht Club Car & Boat Show shines as a must-see event for both car and boat lovers. The event is going to take place on April 27, 2024, from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Safe Harbor Peninsula Yacht Club. It is located at 18501 Harbor Light...

Loch Norman Highland Games

Loch Norman Highland Games

Loch Norman Highland Games   As we approach the vibrant month of April, the Lake Norman area braces itself for an event that stands out not just for its athletic prowess but for its deep dive into Scottish culture. The Loch Norman Highland Games, set against the...

Real Estate Home Tips

Forward-Looking Indicators Turn Negative, First Time in Six Months

September 18, 2026

The economy remains in what could be described as a complicated state as the latest indicators took a slight downturn in August, according to the latest data from nonprofit business research firm The Conference Board. The Leading Economic Index—an early indicator of where the economy is heading in the near term—decreased slightly in August by…

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NAR Wins Meta’s 2026 Agency Award for Best Use of Automation

September 18, 2026

The National Association of Realtors® announced it has won Meta’s 2026 Agency Award for Best Use of Automation for the innovative use of AI-powered audience technology to connect more effectively with prospective first-time homebuyers. The Meta Agency Awards recognize agencies and advertisers that use Meta’s advertising solutions in innovative ways to produce measurable business results,…

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Sustainable Growth: Building a Business That Lasts

September 18, 2026

As CEO and co-owner of The Ashton Real Estate Group of REMAX Advantage, the No. 1 REMAX team in the world*, I’m often asked what it takes to build a high-performing real estate business. Many people think the answer is simple: close more transactions. Production certainly matters, and high-performing agents should be proud of the…

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Transaction Management Should Do More Than Save Time: It Should Give Brokers More Control

September 18, 2026

Shouldn’t a digital transaction management system work just as well for brokers as it does for agents? Agents need a platform that makes forms, signatures and documents easier to manage. Brokers need visibility, consistency and a clearer way to track what is happening across the business. The right transaction management platform should deliver both without…

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Op-Ed: The Most Valuable Asset in Real Estate Isn’t Artificial

September 18, 2026

Artificial intelligence has quickly become one of the most talked-about topics in real estate. Nearly every conversation about the future of our industry includes automation, predictive analytics and digital transformation. As someone who spends every day focused on operations, technology and growth, I find that exciting. But I also believe we’re asking the wrong question.…

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