Doug Sidell

NC/SC REALTOR® and Accredited Land Consultant, ALC
License# 266235 / 79741

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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

New Construction Listing in the Heart of NoDa

By csheaffer@helenadamsrealty.com - October 19, 2017
Helen Adams Realty is partnering with JCB Urban to offer a new construction home near walkable NoDa [North Davidson Arts Destrict].  JCB Urban broke ground on the home at 807 E 36th Street in September and plans to complete the home in the spring of 2018, right around the time the new light rail station is scheduled to open.JCB Urban is a local builder active in Charlotte and Davidson. They primar

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 w

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

Charlotte Ranks as Top Destination City in U.S.

By csheaffer@helenadamsrealty.com - May 19, 2017
Charlotte has been ranked number 10 on the U-Haul Top 10 U.S. Destination Cities for 2016, jumping four spots from the previous ranking of 14, according to the latest U-Haul migration trends report.It is no surprise to Charlotte residents that relocation to the city has increased tremendously in the recent years, with the economic and physical growth of the Queen City. According to the report, Cha

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

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

By csheaffer@helenadamsrealty.com - April 11, 2017
As we started to discuss last week, the Charlotte real estate market is preparing for another strong year. This is the second part of a three part blog series about what home owners, renters and buyers can expect from our local real estate market in the coming months.According to the Charlotte Regional Realtor Association, the number of pending sales as of February 28, 2017 was at 61,399 sales. Th

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

By csheaffer@helenadamsrealty.com - April 04, 2017
Charlotte’s residential real estate market appears to be in for another record year reaching highest ever average sales price and a record number of home units sold, said Jeff Adams, President of Helen Adams Realty.At Helen Adams Realty, we want to be your local experts at the Charlotte and national real estate market. This article is the first part of a three part series of blogs about what you c

Connie Lowry Gives Advice for Open Houses

By csheaffer@helenadamsrealty.com - March 31, 2017
When one considers buying or selling their home, a common thought is always open houses. Whether you are buying or selling, open houses are almost inevitable. It is a way for buyers to explore their housing options and figure out their likes and dislikes and it is a way for sellers to market their home in efforts to find that perfect buyer. At Helen Adams Realty, our agents are committed to keepin

Top 10 Remodeling Projects for ROI

By admin - February 09, 2017
Remodel or Replace?The 2017 Cost vs. Value report by Remodeling magazine documents the national and regional costs and ROI (return on investment) for 29 popular home improvement projects. Overall, these 29 improvements paid back 64.3 cents on the dollar in resale value. What that says to the homeowner is that spending money to sell a home requires research. The goal of improvements from a seller’s

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