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Reflection, Peace, & Purpose - This Week in Charlotte 💛
🌟Five To Try in the Greater Charlotte Area🌟 🎨 Reflection, Fresh Air & Meaningful Moments 🍿🥾 Mid-January in Charlotte brings a beautiful mix of culture, connection, and cozy fun. Whether you’re stepping into a powerful museum exhibit, honoring history through film, planning a snowy day trip, or simply grabbing popcorn deals with the kids, this week offers plenty of ways to slow down and be intentional. This week’s Five to Try is all about learning, movement, and small joy
Christen Ripoli - REALTOR
1 day ago7 min read


Ease Into January: Fires, Fantasy, & Fresh Starts 💛
🌟Five To Try in the Greater Charlotte Area🌟 🔥 Cozy Mornings, Nerdy Nights & January Fun 🌱🎭 January doesn’t have to be quiet or boring - Charlotte is serving up warm fires, fascinating talks, magical evenings, and fresh starts this week. Whether you’re getting outside with the kids, feeding your inner nerd, or swapping plants with fellow green thumbs, there’s something here to brighten your winter calendar. This week’s Five to Try is all about connection, curiosity, and e
Christen Ripoli - REALTOR
Jan 66 min read


Ending the Year Strong & Starting 2026 Right in Charlotte 🎉💛
🌟Five To Try in the Greater Charlotte Area🌟 🎆 Holiday Holdovers & New Year Adventures ❄️🥾 The calendar may be turning, but the fun is far from over! Charlotte is easing from Christmas sparkle into New Year energy with festive favorites still going strong - plus some great ways to kick off 2026 feeling refreshed and connected. This week’s Five to Try is all about stretching the season, soaking up winter fun, and starting the year on a high note. 💛 And as always, THANK YOU
Christen Ripoli - REALTOR
Dec 30, 20256 min read


Charlotte vs. Raleigh, North Carolina (Updated 2026): Which City Is Best for You?
Charlotte vs Raleigh: Compare cost of living, jobs, housing, schools, and lifestyle in North Carolina’s top cities to decide which one is the best fit for your move.
Christen Ripoli - REALTOR
Nov 21, 20254 min read


Should I Wait to Buy a House in Charlotte? | Myth Busting Mondays 💥
Welcome to a new series on my blog: Myth-Busting Mondays! Ripoli Real Estate's CFO and Marketing Director of Ripoli Real Estate (also my husband❤️) is leading the charge on this project, and he made the very first YouTube video in this series - make sure you check it out! For our Myth-Busting Monday series, we’ll take a closer look at some of the biggest real estate myths in the Charlotte housing market - and uncover the truth behind them. If you’re thinking about buying a ho
Christen Ripoli - REALTOR
Oct 13, 20254 min read
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