The Top Dollar Times

The Top Dollar Times is committed to publishing accurate, useful, and independent reporting about Charlotte area real estate, housing, neighborhoods, consumer issues, and the forces affecting local buyers, sellers, and homeowners. Every story is written to provide readers with meaningful information, practical context, and a clearer understanding of the issues being discussed.

Articles are based on credible public records, government information, industry data, professional experience, direct interviews, and other reliable sources. Statistics, quotations, and factual claims are reviewed for accuracy before publication. When information is based on an estimate, interpretation, or developing situation, that distinction will be clearly explained.

Articles may include a Reporting Notes section identifying important sources, data, documents, interviews, or methodology used in preparing the story. These notes are provided so readers can better understand how the reporting and conclusions were developed.

Some articles include analysis, professional observations, or commentary from Scott McClure based on more than 20 years of real estate experience. Opinions and analysis are presented as such and are not intended to be mistaken for independently verified facts. “Scott’s Bottom Line” provides a practical interpretation of what the subject may mean for Charlotte area consumers.better understand how the reporting and conclusions were developed.

The Top Dollar Times is founded and published by Scott McClure, Broker in Charge of Carolina Realty Works. This relationship is disclosed throughout the publication. Editorial conclusions are not purchased, dictated by advertisers, or influenced by outside organizations. Any material financial relationship or potential conflict relevant to a story will be disclosed.

Accuracy remains important after an article is published. When a significant factual error is discovered, the article will be corrected as promptly as reasonably possible. Material corrections or updates will be clearly identified when they substantially affect the original reporting or conclusion.

Artificial intelligence may be used as a research, organization, editing, or production tool. AI generated information is not automatically treated as fact. The publisher remains responsible for reviewing the reporting, conclusions, and final content before publication.

The Top Dollar Times strives to present people, organizations, neighborhoods, and differing viewpoints fairly and in proper context. Criticism will be based on relevant facts, documented conduct, professional analysis, or clearly identified opinion rather than personal attacks or unsupported accusations.

Readers are encouraged to identify possible errors, provide additional information, or suggest topics that deserve further examination. Credible corrections and relevant new information will be reviewed and incorporated when appropriate.