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Strong Buyer Demand Continues Across Housing Markets Into the New Year

By Helen Adams Realty - January 08, 2021
December is normally one of the slowest months of the year but strong buyer demand across most segments of the market, buoyed by near-record low interest rates, continue to drive a healthy sales pace in the face of a new wave of COVID-19 infections and a softening jobs market. New Listings were up in the Charlotte region by 18.2 percent to 3,383. Pending Sales increased 33.9 percent to 3,808. Inv

Helpful Ways to Brighten Your Home This Winter

By Helen Adams Realty - January 06, 2021
As the seasons change, our days quickly grow colder, shorter, and darker. To avoid those winter blues, try transforming your living spaces into lighter and brighter spaces. Mayo Clinic explains that some causes of seasonal depression are due to the reduced level of sunlight in fall and winter. Don’t let the dark, cold days of winter get you down! Boost your serotonin levels and improve your mental

Kick Off the New Year With These Events Around Charlotte and Online

By Helen Adams Realty - December 30, 2020
Charlotte Running Company Trail Race at U.S. National Whitewater Center January 16 from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. Run along the beautiful trails at the state-of-the-art Whitewater Center. If you haven't yet explored these trails, you are in for a treat! The majority of the course is a single track trail system in covered woods adjacent to the Whitewater Center with great views and surrounded by nature

Support Local with January’s LoLo Gifts

By Helen Adams Realty - December 30, 2020
Now more than ever, it’s vital to support the local businesses around Charlotte. Social distance doesn’t mean we have to disconnect. We’re still able to support the local community and give back to our friends and neighbors through take out and delivery services. Helen Adams Realty is proud to partner each month with LoLo to send gifts to our clients, friends, and family in support of other lo

Mortgage Rates Continue to Encourage Buyers and Strengthen Home Sales

By Helen Adams Realty - December 15, 2020
November saw the Dow Jones Industrial Average top 30,000 for the first time, while mortgage rates reached new record lows again. These new records have provided encouragement for buyers to move forward on home purchases, which continued to remain strong overall for the month. New Listings were up in the Charlotte region by 7.9 percent to 4,036. Pending Sales increased 26.4 percent to 4,509. In

Winter Home Maintenance Checklist

By Helen Adams Realty - December 14, 2020
Shorter days and colder temperatures have made their way to the Queen City, which means that winter has arrived. With the change of each season comes a reminder of a new set of home maintenance tasks to check off the to-do list. Homeowners should prepare their homes and yards for the freeze of winter and hopefully this list will serve as a guide through those projects and beyond. Winter Outdo

Support Local with December’s LoLo Gifts

By Helen Adams Realty - December 08, 2020
Now more than ever, it’s vital to support the local businesses around Charlotte. Social distance doesn’t mean we have to disconnect. We’re still able to support the local community and give back to our friends and neighbors through take out and delivery services. Helen Adams Realty is proud to partner each month with LoLo to send gifts to our clients, friends, and family in support of other lo

Getting Creative at Home for the Holiday Season

By Helen Adams Realty - December 03, 2020
The holiday season is among us and although this year’s traditions might look slightly different compared to years past, there are still many ways to get in the holiday spirit at home. It’s time to hang the seasonal wreaths and trimmings, light your candles, and put up any holiday-themed trees and plants. We’ve come up with a few ways to shake up your usual holiday home furnishings and make this y

Where to Celebrate the Holiday Season Around Charlotte

By Helen Adams Realty - December 01, 2020
Carowinds Winterfest November 21 - December 20 Gather the whole family at Carowinds' WinterFest, the area's most enchanting holiday attraction with a sleigh-full of fun things to do for Christmas. Listen to your favorite holiday singalongs and smell the sweet aromas of freshly baked treats. Find unique gifts at our specialty shops, play holiday-themed games, and catch the season's best live show

Buyer Activity and Housing Market Stays Hot While the Temperatures Fall

By Helen Adams Realty - November 18, 2020
October continued to be busier than the calendar normally suggests. Buyer activity remains higher than normal for this time of year, while in many segments of the market housing supply remains much lower than one year ago. Multiple offers remain a common occurrence in many areas, keeping housing hot while the temperatures continue to fall. New Listings were up in the Charlotte region by 6.6 pe

Turkey Trots and Thanksgiving Parades in Charlotte and Online

By Helen Adams Realty - November 11, 2020
As we prepare for this year’s holiday season, it will be understandably different from the year’s past. While some aspects of this year’s holidays will be an adjustment, there are still some holiday staples that you’ll be able to participate in or watch virtually. Use this list as a guide for your Thanksgiving entertainment. Sharpe House Thanksgiving Bake Sale Wednesday, November 25 The Shar

Hot Home Design Trends and Predictions for 2021

By Helen Adams Realty - November 06, 2020
The holiday season is approaching which means 2021 is right around the corner. While you get your home ready for hosting, cooking, and wrapping, it’s a great time to start thinking about what interior design trends will be popular next year. The following predictions are part of what you can expect to see in the home design space in 2021. The Color Report After a year of uncertainty, many

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