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Spring Cleaning Tips When Preparing to Sell

By csheaffer@helenadamsrealty.com - March 01, 2018

Spring has always been homeowners’ favorite time of year to brighten up their home and get it on the market. Before you hit the market this spring, put in a little elbow grease and make sure your home is clean and ready to show. Here are a few tips for your spring cleaning.1. Stage your curb appealA home’s front yard is the first thing people see when driving up to see a listing. Parking at the cu

Helen Adams Realty Agents Prepare for Success at Educational Field Trip

By csheaffer@helenadamsrealty.com - February 20, 2018

This week, a group of 21 Helen Adams Realty agents and staff members went on an educational field trip to David Weekley Homes in Ballantyne’s South Ridge community to learn more about new construction.About four times a year, Helen Adams Realty’s Brokers in Charge bring a group of new agents to a new construction site or neighborhood so they can learn more about the process. At these field trips,

Zillow Recognizes Charlotte as a Hot Market in 2018

By csheaffer@helenadamsrealty.com - January 11, 2018

It seems as if every week Charlotte tops another national list of places to be, places to move to, or places to invest in. This week is no different, as Zillow recognized Charlotte as one of the top five hottest real estate markets for 2018.Charlotte came in at number four on the list, falling behind San Jose, Seattle and our neighboring city, Raleigh. Zillow credits Charlotte’s income and populat

What to Expect from Millennials in the 2018 Housing Market

By csheaffer@helenadamsrealty.com - January 08, 2018

Millennials are growing up, settling down and entering the housing market even stronger in 2018.This demographic is reaching that sweet-spot age for first-time buyers, which have historically remained around 30-31 years old. They are paying off student loan debt and they’ve become comfortable with the national increase in cost of living. All of which puts the group at an ideal spot for buying thei

Real Estate Predictions for 2018 Housing Market

By csheaffer@helenadamsrealty.com - December 07, 2017

Below are five housing trends expected for 2018, according to Realtor.comFive Housing Trends for 2018Inventory expected to begin to rise – In August, the U.S. housing market began to see a higher than normal month-over-month decline in housing inventory, which has continued to fall. Based on this pattern, Realtor.com® projects U.S. year-over-year inventory growth to pick up by fall 2018, for the f

Housing Trends to Expect in 2018

By csheaffer@helenadamsrealty.com - December 05, 2017

Generally speaking, 2017 was a great year for sellers in the real estate market. Buyers didn’t see the same luck. But according to realtor.com’s 2018 predictions, help for those home buyers is finally on the way in the form of slower home price appreciation and 7-percent growth in single-family housing starts.“Inventory increases will be felt in higher-priced segments after spring home buying seas

Charlotte Suburbs Among Fastest Growing in the Area

By csheaffer@helenadamsrealty.com - November 30, 2017

Charlotte is quickly becoming one of the fastest growing cities in the country, which includes its nearby suburbs.From Tega Cay and Fort Mill to Huntersville and Cornelius, the small towns and sub-areas around the Queen City are showing substantial growth. The fastest-growing suburb, by far, is Waxhaw. From 2010 to 2015, the population of the small town to the South East of Charlotte grew by an im

Helen Adams Realty Helps Hopper Communities Launch Second Phase of South End Community

By csheaffer@helenadamsrealty.com - September 13, 2017

[Hopper Communities Press Release] Charlotte, N.C., Sept. 11, 2017 — Residential developer Hopper Communities has launched sales for a second phase at SouthPoint, its successful townhome community in South End. Located at the intersection of Remount Road and SouthPoint Commons Court, between South Tryon and Youngblood streets, the second phase of SouthPoint will consist of 33 townhomes within seve

Dilworth Home Tour is Coming to Charlotte This Weekend

By csheaffer@helenadamsrealty.com - September 06, 2017

The 2017 Dilworth Home Tour is right around the corner and whether you’re an architecture bluff, interested local resident or a lover of Charlotte history, it is a night you will not want to miss.Helen Adams agent Libby Gonyea is a Dilworth resident and repeat volunteer at the home tour.“Friday evening is super fun but a short window to view the homes so I suggest grabbing that quick glass of wine

Before You FSBO, Call an Agent

By csheaffer@helenadamsrealty.com - August 23, 2017

Traditionally, there have always been significant pros to using a real estate agent rather than going the for-sale-by-owner, FSBO, route when selling a home.A recent study by Collateral Analytics states that FSBOs tend to sell their homes for lower prices than homes sold through traditional agents via the MLS, and in many cases below the average differential represented by the prevailing commissio

Forbes Names Charlotte Among Top Cities to Invest in Housing in 2017

By csheaffer@helenadamsrealty.com - May 02, 2017

It is no secret to its residents that Charlotte has grown significantly in the recent years. Because of this, we have seen a similar improvement in the area’s economy and real estate market.Whether you are buying, selling or renting, real estate transactions are a major investment. And when you are making these important real estate decisions, it is smart to know that you are investing in an area

Signs of a Strong Charlotte Real Estate Market Ahead: Part Three

By csheaffer@helenadamsrealty.com - April 18, 2017

For the past two weeks we have been discussing in our blog the different statistics pointing toward a positive future for the Charlotte real estate market. This is the third part of the three part blog series about what residents and agents in the Charlotte area can expect regarding the local real estate market and trends.“A housing market is certainly robust if prices are increasing,” said Jeff A

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Spring Cleaning Tips When Preparing to Sell

Helen Adams Realty Agents Prepare for Success at Educational Field Trip

Zillow Recognizes Charlotte as a Hot Market in 2018

What to Expect from Millennials in the 2018 Housing Market

Real Estate Predictions for 2018 Housing Market

Housing Trends to Expect in 2018

Charlotte Suburbs Among Fastest Growing in the Area

Helen Adams Realty Helps Hopper Communities Launch Second Phase of South End Community

Dilworth Home Tour is Coming to Charlotte This Weekend

Before You FSBO, Call an Agent

Forbes Names Charlotte Among Top Cities to Invest in Housing in 2017

Signs of a Strong Charlotte Real Estate Market Ahead: Part Three

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