Charlotte’s 10 Worst Restaurant Health Scores in July 2022

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Charlotte’s 10 Worst Restaurant Health Scores in July 2022

Even though the Charlotte region’s restaurant selection continues to grow, so does our population, and some restaurants are taking advantage of this growing customer base by letting their health standards slide.

Some of the most common reasons for low scores were food handlers not washing their hands properly, contaminated food containers, and improper food temperatures (many restaurants are starting to use infrared thermometers to avoid this).

These were the top 10 worst inspection scores in Charlotte for July, 2022;

#10 Fonda La Taquiza 

5135 ALBEMARLE ROAD, CHARLOTTE NC 28205
Scored 88.5 (B) on 7/28/2022

They had the following violations;

  • Observed poor oversight of cooling, cold holding, and date marking by PIC.
  • Observed sanitizer concentration at 0 ppm.
  • Observed soiled utensil stored as clean.
  • Observed sopa de mariscos cold holding above 41F after cooling overnight.
  • Observed TCS foods at prep top and prep reach in cold holding above 41F.
  • Observed ambient temperature of 44F at prep cooler.
  • Observed ambient temperature of 40F by end of inspection.
  • Observed no date mark on salsas, cooked chicken, cooked tripe, chicken stew, and barbacoa. Employee states she is still in training and did not know about date marking foods.
  • Observed salsa verde and Roja with date mark of 7/20.

#9 Deli-Cias

6341 ALBEMARLE RD, CHARLOTTE NC 28212
Scored 87.5 (B) on 7/12/2022 (rescored to 95.5 on 8/1)

They had the following violations;

  • Observed food employee turn faucet off with their bare hands after hand washing.
  • Observed hand washing sink in prep area not supplied with disposable towels and dispenser not working.
  • Observed raw fish stored over RTE foods and vegetables in tall reach in refrigerator.
  • Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in walk in cooler.
  • Observed some clean plates and pans stored as clean but soiled with food debris. Observed some glasses in beer chest cooler with residues / debris around lip contact area of glasses.
  • Observed low temperature dish machine not providing required concentration to sanitize equipment and showing 10ppm chlorine as registered on test kit.
  • Observed cut lettuce, cut cabbage, raw chicken, cut Tomatoe, pico, tamales cold held between 43-45 degrees F in flip top prep cooler. Ambient air temperature of unit measured 41 degrees F.
  • Observed cut cabbage, beans, tamales not date marked in prep cooler.
  • Observed bottle of degreaser not labeled.

#8 Chili’s

500 UNIVERSITY CENTER BLVD, CHARLOTTE NC 28262
Scored 87.5 (B) on 7/27/2022

They had the following violations;

  • Observed handwashing sink removed at the front service station.
  • Observed several soiled dishes stored clean in the clean dish storage area.
  • Observed chicken and egg rolls holding below 135F in the hot well.
  • Observed wings in the wing PT 1 holding above 41F.
  • Observed sausage, chicken, pork, shredded cheese and pepper jack in the single PT 4 holding above 41F.
  • Observed lettuce, tomatoes, cheese and pico in PT 5 holding above 41F.
  • Observed ribs, chicken and grilled vegetables in cold drawer 5 holding above 41F.

#7 Gong Cha

601 S KINGS DR, CHARLOTTE NC 28204
Scored 87.5 (B) on 7/13/2022

They had the following violations;

  • Observed overall lack of control in facility.
  • Observed no CFPM on site during inspection.
  • Observed no vomit/diarrhea plan available in facility.
  • Observed no soap at front line hand sink.
  • Observed no paper towels at back kitchen hand sink.
  • Observed various jelly’s and puddings holding between 60-65F in prep top.
  • Observed heavy cream and milk not date marked in various coolers.
  • Observed tapioca bubbles that are held on TPHC with no times marked.
  • Observed residential grade pest control spray stored by back mop sink.

#6 Bojangles

5231 OLD DOWD RD, Charlotte NC 28208
Scored 87.5 (B) on 7/8/2022 (rescored to a 93 on 7/20/2022)

They had the following violations;

  • Observed employee handle soiled equipment and then handle clean equipment without washing hands.
  • Observed raw bacon stored above RTE eggs in the walk in cooler.
  • Observed unwashed tomatoes stored above RTE cheese and cut slaw.
  • Observed several stacks of pans and utensils said and stored clean according to PIC with food debris left on them.
  • Observed flip top unit was functioning above 41F.
  • Observed cut lettuce, sliced cheese, pimento cheese, and shredded lettuce all above 41F.
  • Observed raw bacon in the walk in above 41F as well.
  • Observed sanitizer and cleaners stored above single-service items throughout the kitchen.

#5 Hillside Caribbean 

1113 PEGRAM ST, CHARLOTTE NC 28205
Scored 86.5 (B) on 7/27/2022 

They had the following violations;

  • Employees present at beginning of inspection were not aware of requirements of the food code – multiple risk factors out of compliance – hand washing, cooling, reheating, date marking, cold holding.
  • No employee present during inspection with ANSI food protection manager certification.
  • Employee failed to wash hands after handling mop bucket and after handling soiled towels and dishes. Employee then went to preparing food on the stove top.
  • Rubber gloves and metal pole stored in hand washing sink at start of inspection.
  • Jerk chicken measured 126F.
  • Chicken in steam table measured 109F and had been reheating for 1.5 hours.
  • Rice and beans began cooling at 10:15AM and measured 114F at 12:30PM.
  • Beef patties cooling for over an hour on counter.
  • Beef patties sitting on prep table out of temperature control at 75F.
  • Cooked fish in upright cooler missing date label.

#4 Bamboo Garden

231 MT HOLLY-HUNTERSVILLE RD, CHARLOTTE NC 28214
Scored 86.5 (B) on 7/12/2022 (rescored to 95 on 7/21)

They had the following violations;

  • Observed no PIC on site, they are the same people as normal but they have very little understanding of food safety and the food code.
  • Observed peas and carrots thawing in the HS.
  • Observed RTE noodles below raw beef in the WIC.
  • Observed cooked shrimp in front of raw shrimp in the prep unit.
  • Observed several containers with stickers from 5/18, 5/12 etc.
  • Observed no time stamps for today, times tamps were from 5/18.
  • Observed flies in the kitchen area.
  • Observed cooked egg rolls and dumplings sitting in plastic containers, stored on top of the bamboo garden menu.

#3 Bistro La Bon

1322 CENTRAL AV, CHARLOTTE NC 28205
Scored 86 (B) on 7/28/2022

They had the following violations;

  • No employee present at beginning of inspection.
  • Employee observed washing hands in dump sink at bar.
  • Bar employee observed handling limes with bare hands.
  • Employee observed rinsing towel in hand washing sink.
  • 2 batches of mussels were missing shellstock tags.
  • No information available regarding salmon parasite destruction.
  • Over 75% of clean utensils checked had visible food residue on them.
  • Marinara sauce that began cooling yesterday measured 50F.
  • 2 cartons of half and half measured 48-50F in coffee cooler. Coffee cooler air temperature was 50F.
  • Restaurant week menu is missing consumer advisory for filet and salmon.

#2 Hawkers

1930 CAMDEN RD, CHARLOTTE NC 28203
Scored 83.5 (B) on 7/25/2022

They had the following violations;

  • Observed metal scrubber in basin of hand sink at dish area and strainer/plastic tub in hand sink at bar.
  • Observed container of 6 minute soft cooked eggs which require consumer advisory stored directly above ready to eat food items in WIC.
  • Observed bulk unwashed produce items stored directly above steeping Thai tea in WIC #2.
  • Observed pans of pork belly placed into WIC for cooling with internal temperatures of 101f.
  • Observed large bulk container of curry gravy cooling since previous day still at 56 and large bulk container of curry broth cooling since previous day at 50f in WIC.
  • Observed blanched spring roll mix cooling in plastic lidded tub at 64f at 12:30 still at 60f at 1:20pm.
  • Observed various items holding above 41f in flip top portions of line coolers including dumplings, raw shell eggs, wontons, and more.
  • Observed house made kimchi with 10 day date mark present 7/24 – 8/3.
  • Observed establishment is using TPHC for house made hot cooked chili oil, bird’s eye chili sauce, and more.
  • Observed multiple spray bottles labeled sanitizer holding peroxide multi disinfectant cleaner. Observed spray bottle of quat sanitizer with no label. Observed spray bottle with no label holding peroxide multi disinfectant.
  • Observed spray bottle of peroxide disinfectant cleaner on expo countertop immediately adjacent to in use food and food contact items.

#1 Harris Food Mart

8400 OLD STATESVILLE RD, CHARLOTTE, NC 28269
Scored 77 (C) on 7/7/2022

They had the following violations;

  • Observed nobody on site with food knowledge.
  • Observed no paper towels at HS.
  • Observed eggs over bologna in the prep unit and eggs over RTE sauce in the WIC.
  • Observed FE (main kitchen person) wash dish without a full basin of soapy water, then set aside as clean. No sanitizing process involved.
  • Observed mac/cheese beans and two other items in the hotwell at 89F.
  • Observed two bottles without labels.
  • Observed roaches on the walls, flies flying around.
  • Observed cooking oil stored on the floor.
  • Observed drains building up black build-up, black build-up in the WIC walls. Grease next to the fryer. Inside of prep units, shelves have debris build-up and handles on coolers need cleaning.

If you’d like to monitor health scores or do a quick search for a restaurant you’re about to eat at, check out North Carolina’s health inspection database here.

Covid paused the Correction

David Hoffman
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Covid paused the Correction

In a fast-changing real estate market, it can feel overwhelming and confusing to the consumer.

“Is now the right time to buy?”

“Will interest rates continue to climb?”

“Should I buy and wait? Or wait to buy?”

Confusion has caused an imbalance of information to spread throughout the media. One day, the message is encouraging homeowners to sell before prices fall, while the next, there is a warning that the market is scarce, and there are no homes to move into once you sell.

“Everything is moving to Charlotte, but, who is moving to where they are selling?”

What is the correct information?

How can you make informed economic decisions for yourself and your family?

I recently sat down with David Hoffman, CEO/Founder of David Hoffman Realty, Covenant First Mortgage, and Beyond Title. Prior to entering the real estate industry, David was an economist in the early 2000’s, so, over the years, David has proven to be a trusted source of information and guidance on the real estate and economic climate.

“Buying a home is the most emotional decision that you can make; it also needs to be the most logical and informed. That is why so many macro economic and micro housing variables need to be addressed. ” He states in a recent interview.

“Understanding the current economic climate will help the client to better understand where and why the housing market is where it is, and where it is going. What is happening in the world is bigger than what is happening in your own backyard, but what is happening in the world today will be in your backyard tomorrow.,” David continued.

David’s economic background and knowledge of the real state market allow him to make predictions based on logic and patterns in historical outcomes.

“To understand where we are going, we must first understand where we have been, as the economy is a cycle.”- Hoffman said.

Where we were

In 2019, before the Global Pandemic hit our world, David reminded me that the housing market was at an all-time high. At the same time, interest rates were at all-time lows, and inflation was not yet considered after years of slow growth, stagflation, and even, deflation

The stock market in 2019 was up, according to CNBC; “The S&P 500 was up 28.9% for 2019, its biggest one-year gain since 2013, when it rallied 29.6%. The Nasdaq also had its best one-year performance in six years after rallying 35.2% in 2019. The Dow also rose 22.3% in 2019.

“What goes up must come down, a correction was coming nearly three years ago.”Hoffman said.

Predictions were made; interest rates were going to rise, and the stock market was scheduled to come down. Interest rates should have risen from 2016 on, rather than tripling in 2022, leading to sticker shock.”

Before that correction could happen, the world shut down, due to Covid 19, along with the trajectory of the economic climate.The correction was on pause.

The Great Pause

While the predicted economic changes were on pause, our view of homeownership was shifting.With families locked down to their homes; adaptation began to happen. We set up schools in our living rooms, offices in our kitchens, and playgrounds in our backyards. After a month of getting creative with space, we began to want more. More room; a home office, a playroom for the kids, room to stretch out, while also “socially distancing,” etc.

It was hard to see the other end of the pandemic, when life would go back to normal, and we would head out of the home and back into the world. Demand for homes grew higher. With Covid restrictions, we were purchasing homes online and through virtual showings. Logically, interest rates should have went up, as demand was too high, and supply was too low. Interest rates slightly increased, but not enough for the consumer to feel it. With government support on student loan deferment, childcare and financial coverage while employees were out of work due to Covid, the spike went almost unnoticed to the consumer.

Where are we today?

The world has opened back up. Kids went back to school, and many of us have returned to commuting to work.

It is time for the correction to un-pause Today, in 2022, interest rates are consistently above 5%, hitting its highest spike in June. As predicted, the stock market has fallen significantly.

“In real estate, we are seeing the housing market correct itself.

Buyers are slowing down, and in less of a rush for change; they are no longer in the desperate need for more space and land as they were during lock down,“ David continues.

“The bidding wars we were seeing in May are starting to cool, and sellers who were excited about the prices they were seeing two months ago are having to lower their expectations.

We are seeing sellers pull prices down, and begin to offer accommodations, such as improvements.”Hoffman predicts “after a difficult and frustrating time for buyers it is now their time, they have waited long enough!”

Where are we headed?

David expects inflation to calm down by the end of 2022. In the long run, housing prices will be higher than today, but after a 20-25% decline.

Most importantly Hoffman assures consumers that the economic and Real Estate climate is cyclical; we knew this correction was coming, it was just on hold.

“The housing market will continue to correct itself,” Hoffman states.

“Today, buyers are more discerning.  There will be a slight over-correction, as prices fall alight below equilibrium values  Six months ago, buyers were buying homes sight-unseen! A paint job was the least of anyone’s  concerns. Today, sellers are having to make offerings where before, the buyers were the ones jumping through hoops. The market is changing, so understanding that will get you ahead of the game”.

Everything You Need to Know About Growing Tomatoes

Steve
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Everything You Need to Know About Growing Tomatoes

There are many reasons to grow your own tomatoes instead of buying them. For one, you can control the quality of the fruit. Commercial growers often use harsh chemicals to extend the shelf life of their tomatoes, meaning that the fruit you buy at the store is often less than fresh. When you grow your own tomatoes, you can be sure that they are free of any harmful chemicals. And with the money you saved, you can play a few rounds on https://bizzocasino.com/en_nz. 

Additionally, home-grown tomatoes often taste better than those you would buy at the store. They are picked at the peak of ripeness and are usually allowed to ripen further on the vine, which intensifies their flavor. Finally, growing your own tomatoes can be a fun and rewarding experience. It’s a great way to get out and connect with nature.

The Process of Growing Tomatoes

When it comes to growing tomatoes, there is a lot that goes into the process. First, you need to make sure that you have the right type of soil. The soil should be loose and well-drained so that the roots can easily grow. You also need to make sure that the soil is high in nutrients so that the plants can thrive.

Next, you need to choose the right type of tomato plant. There are many different types of tomatoes, so you need to research which one would be best for your climate and soil type. Once you have the plant, you need to carefully plant it in the ground. Make sure that you place the plant deep enough into the ground so that the roots have room to grow.

After the plant is in the ground, you need to water it regularly. The plant should be kept moist but not too wet. Too much water can actually damage the plant. Once the plant begins to grow, you will need to fertilize it. This will help the plant produce more fruit.

As the plant begins to produce fruit, you will need to harvest the tomatoes. This is usually done by hand, although there are some mechanical ways to do it. Once the tomatoes are harvested, you can enjoy them fresh or canned.

The Benefits of Planting and Growing Tomatoes on a Trellis System

There are several advantages to growing tomatoes on a trellis system: 

Increased Air Circulation

Good air circulation is important for preventing fungal diseases and for keeping the foliage dry so that it does not become a breeding ground for pests. When tomato plants are grown on a trellis, there is more air circulation around the plants, which can help to prevent problems.

More Sunlight

Tomato plants need plenty of sunlight to produce fruit, and a trellis system can provide more sunlight exposure than growing tomatoes in the ground. The more sunlight the plants receive, the more fruit they will produce.

Increased Yields

Because more fruits are exposed to sunlight when tomatoes are grown on a trellis, the yields are often increased. This can be especially beneficial if you are growing tomatoes for canning or other purposes where you need a large number of tomatoes.

Better Pest and Disease Control

It is easier to inspect and treat tomato plants when they are grown on a trellis. This can help to reduce the incidence of problems such as pests and diseases.

Easy Harvesting

Tomato plants grown on a trellis are easy to harvest since the fruits are all clustered together and easy to reach. This can save time and effort, especially if you are harvesting a large number of tomatoes.

How To Locate Ethical Stocks To Add To Your Investment Portfolio

Sharon Anderson
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How To Locate Ethical Stocks To Add To Your Investment Portfolio

Ethical investing is a growing trend. Investing your money in companies that align with your values is a great way to feel good about what you’re doing with your money. It may also be an excellent way to increase the value of your portfolio.

Ethical Stocks Investment Strategies

How do you identify ethical stocks? How can you be sure the companies you invest in are ethical? Here are some tips for identifying ethical stocks.

The ethical investment code you follow depends on what’s important to you. Various strategies are used by moral businesses to change the world. Identifying the ethical credentials of an investment opportunity is done using four main techniques:

  1. ESG Screening

ESG screening. ESG stands for “environmental, social, and governance” and is a framework investors use to screen companies based on their environmental impact, labor practices, and other factors that affect the company’s bottom line. A company with positive ESG might not have the highest returns, but it’s more likely to impact society positively.

In applying ESG filters to a portfolio, a fund manager might ask:

  • How does a company manage the risk of becoming obsolete if mineral reserves run out in a decade?
  • Can weak safety procedures end up costing the company money?

2. Negative Screening And Divestment

The easiest way to avoid investing in companies with questionable ethics is to not invest in them. Negative screening identifies companies that do not meet your ethical standards and exclude them from your investment options.

Negative screening can be as simple as avoiding a specific industry, such as tobacco or gambling, or it can be more nuanced. For example, you may avoid investing in companies that provide weapons for war or companies whose products harm the environment.

A second option is a divestment: selling off stocks in unethical businesses and reinvesting the proceeds into something else. The decision to divest can seem like an ethically sound move. In case you don’t like what a company does, you sell your shares.

3. Positive Screening

The goal of positive screening is to avoid investing in companies involved in activities that negatively impact society or the environment. Anyone who wants to influence their portfolio positively can use this investment strategy.

Positive screening involves using company codes of conduct, investor guidelines, and other ethical screens to determine which companies you invest in. For example, if a company does not meet your standards for ethical behavior, you may decide not to invest in them.

4. Engagement

Engagement is interacting with a company to express your concerns and aspirations. The goals are to improve corporate behavior, change policies or practices, and influence the outcome of important decisions. Instead of selling shares, they take action to influence the company’s direction. Engagement lets investors’ get a seat at the table,’ which can sometimes translate into voting rights.

Summary

While taking these ethical investment steps will undoubtedly mean foregoing some potential profits that you could have made on a better-performing stock, you will sleep much easier knowing that your portfolio is not composed of companies that engage in exploitive business practices. When it comes to your money, it is never too soon or too late to make an ethical investment decision that reflects what you feel is right.

Will a change of camps help Anthony Joshua secure redemption?

Sharon Anderson
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Will a change of camps help Anthony Joshua secure redemption?

While fans watched on as Anthony Joshua was being completely outclassed in his first match-up against Ukraine’s Oleksandr Usyk – for many people – it wasn’t the unanimous decision result which was the most perplexing facet of the fight.

Although Joshua entered the bout at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as the boxing bets favourite last September, his opponent’s undeniable skill and incredible ring generalship always posed a threat to the Brit’s reign as the WBA, IBF and WBO heavyweight champion. 

However, what many couldn’t predict was the subpar and confusing advice Joshua was receiving from his corner during and in-between rounds. As the television broadcast picked up a member of Joshua’s team shouting “beautiful AJ” throughout much of the fight, it became clear that the 32-year-old wasn’t made aware of just how far behind he was on the scorecards.

Additionally, the instructions long-time trainer and friend Robert McCracken provided Joshua when on the stool was just as poor. He consistently reassured his fighter that he was in control and winning the contest, giving AJ a false sense of security that he was in the driver’s seat as they headed into the championship rounds. 

That ultimately led to McCracken and his team being stood down as Joshua’s trainers for the upcoming rematch with Usyk on August 20th in Saudi Arabia. Instead, Joshua has chosen to employ the services of esteemed Mexican-American trainer Robert Garcia, who has vowed to bring back the aggressive and brutal Joshua in what is a must-win fight for the Watford native.

A former professional boxer himself, Garcia too reached the summit in the sport of boxing in 1998 when he won the IBF super featherweight title against Harold Warren. He went on to defend his title a further two times, before losing the belt in a considerable upset to Diego Corrales the following year. Although he had a fantastic career inside the ring in his own right, it’s his achievements as a trainer that has garnered him a reputation as one of the best minds in boxing.

Garcia has trained 20 current and former world champions during his career to date, most notably which include four-division world champion Nonito Donaire, former WBA champion Marcos Maidana, current WBC super flyweight champion Jesse Rodriguez, and brother and recently retired four-division world champion Mikey Garcia. 

That level of experience is something Joshua will look to lean on when he takes on the classy southpaw – and Garcia has already made his intentions clear by stating that he will be implementing a vastly different gameplan when the two meet this time around.

“You know what? I think he wasn’t thinking and prepared to win the fight (Joshua v Usyk 1),” Garcia said.

“From what he told me – he was just thinking of going all 12 rounds. He never thought, ‘I got to win this fight.’ So that makes a big difference.

“Now he’s thinking of winning and thinking of hurting somebody. That’s the most important thing, he’s got to be confident with his team.

“He’s got to be with a team that wants him to win, wants him to perform, and wants him to be a little bit tougher. I think that’s what I bring in. 

“Me and Angel Fernandez are pushing him to be aggressive, to be a mean guy in the ring, to hurt anyone in front of him. He’s been doing that lately, and I’m very happy and pleased with how things are going.”

With a new trainer and a more destructive Joshua expected in the rematch, it will be interesting to see whether that tightens the Joshua vs Usyk betting line as we approach fight night.

 

The transfers you might have missed in the Championship this season

Sharon Anderson
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The transfers you might have missed in the Championship this season

A new season of Championship football is back underway and with two games already played, teams will have an early indication of where they need to strengthen before the end of the transfer window. While Vincent Kompany’s new-look Burnley have started strongly, winning and drawing to look like favourites for promotion with football betting odds, the likes of Norwich City and Luton Town, sides expected for a brighter start, have flattered to deceive this far.

It’s still too early to call where sides will finish before the season breaks up before the World Cup, and some key transfers could be the difference between a place in the Premier League or another season of mediocrity. New faces have also had an influence over the opening two results, some of which might not have garnered much attention. Read on, as we look at some summer transfers that have gone under the radar in the second tier this summer. 

Marcus Forss – Brentford to Middlesbrough 

Last season would have been a frustrating one for Middlesbrough, having lacked the consistency to earn a place in the playoff. A large part of that was down to a lack of cutting edge, something Chris Wilder has looked to rectify this summer with the signing of Marcus Forss from Brentford. The Finnish international spent last season on loan at Hull City but failed to impress at the MKM stadium. 

This is a strange transfer and something of a gamble for ‘Boro as Wilder’s reputation with signing strikers has certainly taken a dent in recent years — £24 million for Rhian Brewster is still burning a hole in Sheffield United’s back pocket. Only time will tell if Forss can impress, but a debut goal against Queens Park Rangers was an encouraging start, albeit in a game that ended in a 3-2 defeat.

Gabriel Sara – São Paulo to Norwich 

It’s rare to see a player from Brazil transfer directly to the Championship in the modern era. Usually they sign with hopes of keeping a newly promoted side afloat, but in a bid to go back up first time of asking Dean Smith has recruited £9 million man Gabriel Sara from São Paulo. The 23-year-old will be a creative force in the Canary’s midfield, filling the void left by Pierre Lees-Melou who returned to France. 

Smith is confident in Sara’s abilities and believes he and fellow new signing, fellow South American Marcelino Núñez, can add that extra bit of quality in Norwich’s promotion push.  

“From what we’ve seen in training, Marcelino is a bundle of energy, has really good connecting skills, can see a pass forward and can receive the ball very well,” he said. “Sara is very similar as well, and I think they can add a creative spark in the final third. “I’ve found them to be really hard working. They don’t just enjoy their football, they love their football.

Jean Michaël Seri – Fulham to Hull 

There was a time that Jean Michaël Seri was one of the most sought-after midfielders in Europe. After impressing for Nice in Ligue 1, the Ivorian was a target for Barcelona and Arsenal before ending up at newly promoted Fulham. A disastrous spell in west London saw the Cottagers relegated and Seri endure a succession of loan moves to Galatasaray and Bordeaux before signing for Hull this summer. At 31 years old, he’ll have plenty of experience to offer the Tigers and if he can show just a small fraction of the talent he did on French shores, Shota Arveladze will have plenty to shout about. 

7 Tips for Building a Career in the Stock Market

Steve
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A job in the stock market has a lot of potential for keeping life varied and also earning respectable money. But it is not a career you can just jump into like in the media depictions; there are rules, regulations and a lot to be learned to do the job properly and successfully. Keep reading to find out seven tips for building a career in the stock market. 

Begin at Home

You can trade stocks anywhere as long as you have a laptop or desktop, some know-how, and a secure internet connection. Before you dive into any career, it is best to try it on for size, so starting at home provides the opportunity to do just that. This can give you a better sense of good trades and bad trades, and how to make decisions based on stock predicted movements.

Learn the Traditions

Rules are important, as are general regulatory policies; however, something that can mean you getting caught out are the trading holidays when the stocks effectively close business for a period. To never forget a market holiday, take a look at the linked list of common closures to be observed while trading and factor them into your bigger strategy. 

Figure Out Your Trajectory

There are, like most professions, lots of roles to pick from and work towards. For example:

  • Investment Advisor
  • Financial Advisor
  • Stockbroker
  • Online Trader
  • Manager of Portfolios
  • Analyst (financial, research, equity)
  • General Market Researcher
  • Distributor

So, as you can see above, there are in fact multiple roles. Without experience, it will be difficult to secure an analyst or a research based role but, with the right skills and background, these will be easy to work up to. 

Make Concise Records

Everything you do has to be recorded. This is not only for legal reasons, in case anything is ever disputed, but also just so you don’t lose track of trades and similar. Professional stock market workers can sometimes be juggling many things at once which means, staying organized is the only way to not fall behind and make avoidable mistakes.  

Consider Education Routes

Further education qualifications in financial avenues, or business based courses can give you a boost when embarking upon a career journey in this area. They can provide access to higher paid positions and more advanced roles than what may be available for a newbie. 

Know How to Use Technology

The majority of trading and stock exchanges are carried out online in modern times. Therefore, knowing how to use the platforms is essential. If you don’t feel comfortable using computers and stock software or trading channels, find a way to get to know these avenues before attempting to pursue a career. Otherwise, this will be an insurmountable hurdle. 

Understand the Risk

This business is never guaranteed. Though nothing in life is, there is an additional element of chance at play here. Stocks move in a constant flux of activity. Their value depreciates and increases fairly constantly and what is a good deal one day may completely tank and cost you money on another. It is dictated by what is happening globally and anything from war to a change in leadership can impact the value and relevance of an asset. 

How lucrative this career ends up being is partly down to chance and opportunity, but also knowledge and research. Building the job up from a starting position requires effort and a willingness to learn new skills and industry related jargon. It may be a change of pace from the more traditional nine to five roles out there!

A History of the Sports Teams in Charlotte

Sharon Anderson
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A History of the Sports Teams in Charlotte

When most people think of Charlotte, North Carolina, the first thing that comes to mind is not sports. However, Charlotte has a long and rich history with many different sports teams. This article will provide an overview of the history of sports teams in Charlotte and some statistics about how they have performed over the years. The article is written for fans of all of Charlotte’s sports teams, but especially for those new to the city or interested in its sporting culture.

An Overview of Charlotte’s Sports Teams

North Carolina is home to a wide variety of sports teams, including the Carolina Panthers of the NFL, the Charlotte Hornets of the NBA, and the Charlotte Checkers of the AHL. North Carolina also has a rich history in college sports, with UNC Chapel Hill and Duke University both having strong basketball programs. North Carolina is also home to NASCAR, and Charlotte is home to one of the biggest races of the year, the Coca-Cola 600. In addition, North Carolina has long been a fan favorite state for sports betting. 

With the recent legalization of sports betting in North Carolina, many people are looking forward to placing bets on their favorite teams. So whether you’re a fan of the Panthers, the Hornets, or any other team in North Carolina, you can now place bets on them without having to go to another state. So if you’re looking to get in on the action, check out the North Carolina sports betting scene.

The Charlotte Hornets

Charlotte’s first professional sports team was the Charlotte Hornets, an NBA expansion team that began play in 1988. The Hornets were originally owned by George Shinn, who also owned the NHL’s Minnesota North Stars. The team’s name was chosen through a fan contest, and the University of North Carolina inspired the Hornet logo and colors.

The Hornets were not very successful in their early years, but they did make the playoffs in their third season. However, the team’s performance began to decline in the mid-1990s, and by 1997, the Hornets were the worst team in the NBA. Shinn hired Buzz Peterson as the new head coach to turn the team around. Peterson turned things around, and the Hornets made the playoffs in 2000.

However, the team’s success was short-lived, and they missed the playoffs in 2001. The following year, Shinn decided to move the team to New Orleans because he felt Charlotte did not have enough corporate support. The city of Charlotte was outraged, and the NBA did not award another expansion team to the city for 14 years. 

The Carolina Panthers

The Carolina Panthers are a professional American football team based in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Panthers compete in the National Football League (NFL), as a member club of the league’s National Football Conference (NFC) South division. The team is headquartered in Bank of America Stadium in uptown Charlotte; the stadium also serves as the home facility for the NFL’s Carolina Panthers, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)’s Charlotte 49ers. The Panthers were announced as the league’s 29th franchise in 1993 and began to play in 1995 under the original owner and founder Jerry Richardson. In 2015, Forbes valued the Panthers at $1.58 billion, making them the 23rd-most valuable sports franchise in the world. Bass Pro Shops founder Johnny Morris is the Panther’s current majority owner.

The Charlotte Bobcats 

The Bobcats compete in the National Basketball Association (NBA) as a member club of the league’s Eastern Conference Southeast Division. The team is owned by NBA legend Michael Jordan, who purchased the franchise in 2010. The Bobcats play their home games at the Spectrum Center in downtown Charlotte.

The Bobcats began to play as an expansion team during the 2004-05 NBA season. The franchise was created after the NBA awarded Charlotte an expansion franchise on December 18, 2002. The team’s name and logo were unveiled on June 4, 2003. The Bobcats put together a respectable 23-59 record during their inaugural season but failed to make the playoffs. In 2006-07, they improved to 32-50 and clinched their first playoff berth in franchise history. However, they were swept by the eventual champion Miami Heat in the first round of the playoffs.

The Bobcats struggled over the next few seasons and failed to make the playoffs again until 2009-10 when they went 44-38 and earned the seventh seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs. Unfortunately, they were swept by the Heat again in the first round. After a disappointing 2010-11 campaign, Jordan took over as majority owner of the team and vowed to turn things around. The Bobcats made significant strides under his leadership, posting a 43-39 record and qualifying for the playoffs in 2013-14. However, they were swept by the Heat in the first round of the playoffs.

Despite their lack of success on the court, the Charlotte Bobcats have been one of the most entertaining teams in the NBA over the last decade. Their fast-paced style of play and commitment to hard work has endeared them to fans all over North Carolina. Michael Jordan’s ownership has also helped to generate excitement and buzz around the team. With Jordan at the helm, there is no doubt that Charlotte will continue to be a force to be reckoned with in the NBA for years to come.

Conclusion

The Charlotte area has a long and proud history of sports teams. The Hornets, Panthers, and Bobcats have all brought excitement and entertainment to the city for years. Each team has its own unique story and identity. And each team has its own passionate fan base. As the city continues to grow, so too will its sports teams. With new stadiums and arenas being built and more corporate support coming in, Charlotte is poised to become one of the premier sports cities in the United States. So, whatever your favorite sport may be, you can be sure that there’s a team in Charlotte that you’ll enjoy rooting for.

What are the Best Ways for Shark Fans in Charlotte to Enjoy these Majestic Creatures?

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What are the Best Ways for Shark Fans in Charlotte to Enjoy these Majestic Creatures?

Sharks are often cited among the most popular animals in the world, with many people having a fascination for these age-old sea dwellers. Charlotte may not be the best place to live if you want to experience sharks, but it’s certainly not the worst.

Along with modern entertainment options like Slingo Shark Week, there are also a couple of prime spots to witness these predators in real life.

Slingo Shark Week is an Innovative New Way to Enjoy Sharks

There are plenty of ways to enjoy sharks from the comfort of your own home in Charlotte. Shark Week is a particularly enjoyable television event on the Discovery Channel, which has now been immortalized in the top online bingo site offering, Slingo Shark Week. This is a themed game with the predatory sea creature at its core, but its other unique selling point is the fact that it combines bingo and slots. Players can get a shark fix all year round from this game, whereas the televised Shark Week only occurs for one week in every year.

If you’re someone who’s unsure whether you love sharks or not, playing games like Slingo Shark Week can be a good way to get an introduction to them. You can then explore some of the documentaries available on various streaming services online. A few of the best options include Mission Blue and Shark Water: Extinction.

Sea Life is a Great Spot for Viewing Sharks

Residents of Charlotte and Concord are lucky to have an amazing place to see sharks in the flesh, in a place that makes for an excellent day out. Sea Life Charlotte-Concord is home to North Carolina’s only ocean tunnel, along with various other cool features to keep visitors busy for the duration of their visit. There are different prices depending on what you want to do and when you want to go, with a portion of the profits going towards the conservation of endangered ocean species.

There are a few different shark types for you to check out when you visit Sea Life, with black tip, blue, and shortfin mako sharks all on display in the vast pools. Due to overfishing in the oceans, state-of-the-art aquariums like this could be the safest place for some varieties of sharks, as certain populations have decreased by up to 90 percent in the last 30 years.

Sharks Sometimes Spotted on North Carolina Coastline

It’s only a few hours’ drive to the coastline from Charlotte, and the sea off North Carolina is home to numerous species of shark. Indeed, earlier this year, a whopping great white shark was spotted just three miles away from Pea Island. The most common sharks found in the waters around here, though, are Atlantic sharpnose sharks, which reach around four feet in length.

You could take your binoculars and try to view shark families from the beach. The other option would be to go out scuba diving with one of the various companies in the region. The state has been voted as the number one wreck diving destination in the past, and there are plenty of dive schools for you to choose from.

It’s clear that it’s easy to be a shark fan and reside in Charlotte. The ocean may be a six-hour car journey, but that’s not too bad for dedicated shark lovers who want to swim with them. Alternatively, there are shark options in entertainment, along with the excellent Sea Life aquarium.

Charlotte’s Diverse Building Projects Offer a Variety of Benefits to Growing Community

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Charlotte’s Diverse Building Projects Offer a Variety of Benefits to Growing Community

One of the many ways to immigrate to the United States is to use the EB-5 program. The EB-5 visa program is a way for immigrants with some money and an idea to invest inside of the United States. 

They need to make an investment inside of a new US business or expand an older business. The investment either needs to be $1.8 million dollars for a business that is not in a targeted employment area, or $900,000 if investing in a targeted employment area. 

As long as you can prove that the area you are investing in meets the requirements, then you will be investing a lower sum of money. Once you have created or invested the required money into the business, then you need to create 10 full time jobs for U.S citizens, and you also need to be working within the company as well.

However, you can also invest in an EB-5 regional center. These places offer an established infrastructure to secure funding for larger products, and can also allow for indirect U.S jobs to be created for the business and to be counted towards the 10 job total requirement. 

One of these EB-5 regional centers is in North Carolina and is also affecting Charlotte, North Carolina as well. The various investments from the EB-5 investors are offering a lot of benefits for the growing community as well. Here are some of the reasons why so many investors are choosing to invest their money in Charlotte.

Why Is Charlotte So Important?

Charlotte is the biggest city in North Carolina, and it is also the regional center for entertainment, industry, finance, and technology as well. It is also a part of the research triangle of cities that has its other points at Durham and Chapel Hill as well. So there’s a lot there for immigrants to invest in, and a lot of benefits as well.

Some of these benefits include getting a quick permanent residency for your family as well as green cards for everyone involved. Additionally, you might be able to get Medicare and other social programs, and after five years you can apply for citizenship.

Additionally, you can also live anywhere within the U.S with your EB-5 Visa as long as you meet the requirements, and can even travel around the world with certain restrictions. Charlotte has a large GDP, and the technology sector and STEM research has really been growing. There are a lot of lucrative fields that you can invest in for your EB-5, and there are a lot of opportunities for you.

Charlotte Has TEA’s

Targeted employment areas (TEA’s) are areas that need investment. A targeted employment area is a rural or nonrural area that is experiencing unemployment higher than at least 150% of the national rate. Making an EB-5 investment in these areas costs $900,000 when compared to the 1.8 million in non TEA areas.

The benefits of investing in TEAs are much bigger than just the cash deduction. You will be providing a lot of benefits to Charlotte and will find your business welcomed in the area. 

Additionally, it is much easier to prove that your business is going to be inside of a TEA area, which means that your business can get started faster. 

Charlotte has Successful EB-5 Investments All Over

Some of the biggest attractions in Charlotte have been built by the EB-5 program. These include the Winston Salem VA medical campus, the Sycamore at Tyvola, and the Mayton Inn. 

All were built using EB-5 funds and using the dreams and desires of immigrants who invested in the project. All of these places are offering extreme benefits to the local community, and it will be interesting to see what happens next.

If you want to make an EB-5 investment, then you could do a lot worse than make your investment in North Carolina. Make sure to do your research and figure out how you can take advantage of what Charlotte can do for you, and then get started with making your investments and get started with growing your business in the US!

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