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A Guide to Antiquing in Charlotte

By csheaffer@helenadamsrealty.com - March 14, 2018

Antiques are perfect additions to any home or office. They are unique enough to bring something special to the space without breaking the bank. Looking for antiques always seems like an adventure for the shopper. Wandering through aisles of old collectibles and items lets the consumer travel through time and provides the opportunity to bring that time period into their own life and home. Consignme

What to Know About Real Estate Cybercrime

By csheaffer@helenadamsrealty.com - March 12, 2018

As the rest of the world becomes more and more digital, so do threats to our identity, finances and personal information. Since real estate transactions are so significant that they involve all of the above, it is one of the moments in life when you are most vulnerable to cybercrime and fraud.There are different kinds of fraud and in turn, different ways to avoid them. Some of the most common real

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

How to Create the Perfect Backyard Getaway

By csheaffer@helenadamsrealty.com - August 29, 2017

With fall approaching, cooler weather comes with the desire to stay outside a little longer than on those hot summer days. Try these ideas from Better Home and Garden Magazine paired with some examples of our own listings at Helen Adams Realty to turn your outdoor entertainment area into a relaxing backyard oasis.Dress up Your Deck: Decorating and connecting different levels of your outdoor space

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

Home Renovations That All Sellers Should Consider

By csheaffer@helenadamsrealty.com - August 14, 2017

With four hit HGTV shows, a bestselling book and years of success in real estate and renovations, Property Brothers Drew and Jonathan Scott talked to Real Simple about what home renovations sellers should consider when putting their home on the market.It is no secret that once you prepare to list your home, the first things on the to-do list are some face-lifts around the house. Here are some big

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A Guide to Antiquing in Charlotte

What to Know About Real Estate Cybercrime

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

How to Create the Perfect Backyard Getaway

Before You FSBO, Call an Agent

Home Renovations That All Sellers Should Consider

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