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Mistakes to Avoid when Buying New Construction

By Helen Adams Realty - April 22, 2024
Building a new home is an exciting alternative to purchasing a resale property, depending on your needs and timeline. New construction homes have numerous advantages compared to existing homes including new energy-efficient appliances, builder warranties, and you usually get to select the finishes (paint, hardware, etc). With the advantages of new builds come a plethora of options and questions.

Introlend Monthly Mortgage Outlook - April 2024

By Helen Adams Realty - April 22, 2024
With the continued release of inflation and other market data, combined with fairly unambiguous statements from Chair Powell and other members of the Fed, market sentiments have shifted with regards to when we may see the first much-anticipated cuts to interest rates. Until now, experts predicted three cuts this year to rates, beginning as early as June. Powell has made it clear that will probably

Buyer Demand Remains High Despite Elevated Sales Prices

By Helen Adams Realty - April 20, 2024
Canopy Realtor® Association Market Updates Reprinted from March 2024 CRRA Monthly Indicators U.S. existing-home sales improved in March for the second month in a row, jumping 9.5% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.38 million units, exceeding economists’ expectations and marking the largest monthly gain in a year, according to the National Association of REALTORS®(NAR). The rebound in hom

Gardening Tips for the Carolinas

By Helen Adams Realty - April 10, 2024
It’s time to take spring cleaning outside to the garden! No matter if you are a seasoned gardener or just starting your journey, you’ll want to prepare correctly to ensure a successful growing season. Whether it's food, herbs, or gorgeous blooms you’re after, we’ve compiled some spring gardening tips for you. Research and Planning Before breaking ground, research what will work best for your are

Support Local: April LoLo Gifts

By Helen Adams Realty - April 03, 2024
Helen Adams Realty is proud to partner each month with LoLo to send gifts to our clients, friends, and family in support of other locally-owned businesses in the area. This “thank you” is our way of giving back to those who support us by introducing you to independently-owned businesses in and around the Queen City, with each gift catered specifically to your location. Read on to see this month's

Elevate Your Home's Curb Appeal This Spring

By Helen Adams Realty - March 22, 2024
As the spring season blooms, it's the perfect time to revamp your home's curb appeal and make a lasting impression. Whether you're looking to attract potential buyers or spruce up your exterior for your own enjoyment, there are several inexpensive things you can do to achieve stunning results. Start with basics: declutter and clean. Clear away any debris, trim overgrown bushes, and tidy up pathw

Existing-Home Sales Climb to Highest Levels Since August 2023

By Helen Adams Realty - March 19, 2024
Canopy Realtor® Association Market Updates Reprinted from February 2024 CRRA Monthly Indicators U.S. existing-home sales grew 3.1% month-over-month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.00 million, exceeding economists’ expectations and marking the strongest sales pace since August 2023, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). Falling interest rates late last year, coupled

Spring Home Maintenance Tips

By Helen Adams Realty - March 19, 2024
The spring season is upon us! With it comes brighter days, warmer afternoons, and a season that is generally busier than the one prior. As the weather warms, ensure you’ve prepared your home for the season with our list of home maintenance tasks. The phrase "spring cleaning" originated from the practice of thoroughly cleaning one's home after winter, when oil lamps left grime on surfaces. Today,

IntroLend Monthly Mortgage Outlook - March 2024

By Helen Adams Realty - March 15, 2024
The release of jobs data for February showed the creation of 275,000 jobs last month, roughly 75,000 more than economists predicted. Unemployment ticked up slightly for the first time in four months to 3.9%, the highest we’ve seen in two years. This is actually a positive factor for interest rates. Also of note, remember in January when the number of jobs created was almost double the prediction?

Cultivating the Client Experience

By Helen Adams Realty - March 12, 2024
Tom Baker (IntroLend), Christa McMillan (Main Street Insurance), Jordan Ivey (IntroLend) In the dynamic world of real estate, integrated services have become a game-changer for clients seeking a seamless and comprehensive experience. One notable trend in this evolution is establishing mortgage and property/casualty insurance arms within real estate firms. IntroLend Carolinas and Main Street Insur

Support Local: March LoLo Gifts

By Helen Adams Realty - March 05, 2024
Helen Adams Realty is proud to partner each month with LoLo to send gifts to our clients, friends, and family in support of other locally-owned businesses in the area. This “thank you” is our way of giving back to those who support us by introducing you to independently-owned businesses in and around the Queen City, with each gift catered specifically to your location. Read on to see this month's

Home Inventory Expected to Improve as Mortgage Rates Decline

By Helen Adams Realty - February 20, 2024
Canopy Realtor® Association Market Updates Reprinted from January 2024 CRRA Monthly Indicators U.S. existing-home sales slipped 1.0% month-over-month and were down 6.2% year over-year as of last measure, while pending sales jumped 8.3% from the previous month, marking the largest gain since June 2020, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). Mortgage rates have dropped significa

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