Molly Collins is Nothing Short of Awesome

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Posted By Helen Adams Realty on January 27th, 2012

Molly Collins

I just wanted to reach out to you and let you know what a great asset Molly Collins is to your company. I recently purchased my first house in December of 2011 and Molly was nothing short of awesome throughout the whole process. Like most people purchasing their first house, I was skeptical and even nervous about taking the big plunge but Molly alleviated everyone of those fears. She was not only professional and extremely knowledgeable about the whole process, but she had a calming, personable demeanor that was able to put my mind at rest whenever there were concerns. I can’t tell you how many times she went out of her way to set up appointments on my behalf (i.e. inspections, glass repair, etc.). All in all, Molly was a pleasure to work with and I couldn’t be happier with my purchase. I tell everyone I know who’s even remotely thinking of purchasing to at least give her a call. In fact, I recently told one of my good friends about her and she is now working with Molly, and they actually just put an offer on their first house. She also couldn’t be happier with her decision to work with Molly.

 Working with Molly, I’m sure you can attest to everything that I’ve said in this letter. Too many times, people write letters or call companies to complain, but rarely do they take the time to point out great customer interactions. Well this was definitely on of those times. The kind of people a company hires speaks volume about the company itself, and Helen Adams has a winner in Molly. So thank you for having such great people work for you. You have earned a loyal customer, and I will continue to share your name with anyone I know who’s in the market.

 Sincerely,

Mike Mooneyham

Beautiful Home in Mt. Isle Harbor

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Posted By Helen Adams Realty on January 25th, 2012

2726 Gannett Dr

This beautiful, spacious home at 2726 Gannett Drive in Mt. Isle Harbor sits on a .50 acre corner lot in the desirable waterfront community of Mt. Isle Harbor.  Mt. Isle Harbor is a waterfront community located on Mountain Island Lake, featuring luxurious 4 & 5 bedroom ranch and 2-story homes with open, bright interiors. Mt. Isle Harbor offers lake living that is only 12 miles from uptown Charlotte! Most homes are situated on a home site at least one-half acre in size.

This well-maintained home features neutral colors and crown molding throughout. It has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a huge bonus room that is perfect for entertaining and recreation. The transitional, open floor plan includes a spacious kitchen with a ceramic tile floor and custom ceramic tile backsplash, a large great room, with a gas log fireplace, that opens out onto the deck. Dining room and foyer feature picture frame molding. The large master bedroom has a tray ceiling, and the master bath features dual vanities, ceramic tile floor, shower & garden tub separate, and his & her closets. Living here has all the advantages and amenities of a waterfront neighborhood including lake access, a pool, clubhouse, playground, tennis courts, and boat storage. Also, by living here, you are conveniently located near I-77, I-85, I-485, and only 15 minutes from Uptown Charlotte! Don’t miss out on all of the advantages that living in Mt. Isle Harbor offers!  CLICK HERE FOR VIRTUAL TOUR.

Rebecca Madej is Intelligent, Efficient & Proffesional

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Posted By Helen Adams Realty on January 25th, 2012

Rebecca Madej

I just recently had a closing with Rebecca Madej with Cunningham and it was a great experience for all parties in the transaction.  Rebecca is intelligent, efficient and professional.  Her weekly Friday updates were just fantastic!  The updates let all parties know where we were in the loan process to show the progress of the transaction.

 I would highly recommend Rebecca and her services.   - Jody Munn

Helen Adams Realty Welcomes Sasha Levons!

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Posted By Helen Adams Realty on January 20th, 2012

Sasha Levons

About Sasha T. Levons

Selling or buying real estate is a stepping stone for many people throughout their lifetime of success whether it’s settling down and starting a family, relocating for a new job or simply investing your money wisely. Simply getting the job done is not enough. What it ultimately comes down to is impeccable customer service, great results and most importantly building strong relationships.

“I am a trusted advisor to many family and friends. Reason being, I assess everyone’s needs individually and personalize our approach accordingly. I use very unique tools in assessing my clients and their personal preferences. I make a commitment to my clients to provide them with the best service in meeting their needs, desires and goals.”

Educational Background

Sasha Levons attended the University of North Carolina at Charlotte where she graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a minor in Cognitive Science.

Sasha held many leadership positions which allowed her the opportunity to become a true trusted advisor. She received numerous accolades during her time at UNCC including the Outstanding Student Organization Leader Excellence Award, the Leadership Medal Award, and NAN Women in Leadership Sponsorship.

Hobbies

Sasha, a native of St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands has immersed herself in the charming southern metropolis of Charlotte, NC. She is a member of the Levine Museum of the New South as well as the UNC Charlotte Alumni Chapter. During her spare time, she loves to read, travel, scuba dive, play volleyball and go to the gym.

What People Say About Sasha

“Sasha Levons is a polished young woman, and a principled individual. I can say that I am most impressed with her work ethic. Sasha has never been interested in maintaining the ‘status quo’. She carefully thinks through her projects and sets out to accomplish her charge with a high degree of excellence; you see, with Sasha, there are no insignificant undertakings. If she is involved, you can be assured the task will be completed with merit.”

- Terre Lucas

“Sasha Levons is one of the most motivated, hardworking and organized people I have ever met. When there is a task to be done, Sasha always takes initiative and steps up to the plate before she is asked. She is a kind person with a good heart. It is in this spirit that she has won the respect of many. People know very quickly that Sasha can be trusted and she works very well with others.”

- Kristen Galloway

View Our Property Pages from your Smart Phone

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Posted By Helen Adams Realty on January 20th, 2012

Helen Adams Realty IPWs  (Individual Property Websites) can now be viewed from your smart phone!  Read the press release from Active Web (our website provider) below:

We’re pleased to announce that mobile-enabled Individual Property Websites (IPWs) are now available on The Enterprise Platform! With over 53 million SmartPhones in use in the United States, having your website enhanced for mobile viewing is important in order to provide potential buyers with detailed property information on-the-go. Designed with usability in mind, our mobile IPWs give customers the ability to navigate a property website with ease anytime, anywhere.

Customers will be able to scan a QR code or enter the property’s URL on their mobile device to be directed to the mobile version. Once a customer lands on the IPW, they are given the option to request additional information about the property or click-through to the photo gallery, property details, map view, agent information and more.

Feature highlights include:

Photo Gallery
Because one of the biggest factors in determining your next home is the aesthetics of the property, providing customers with quicker access to property photos was an important factor in the development of this product. As a result, mobile IPWs give users the ability to view the full set of property images in an easy-to-view format.

Property Details
In order to provide customers the same detailed property information available online, mobile-enabled IPWs give customers access to a wealth of information including the number of beds and baths, price and square footage, as well as the unique interior and exterior characteristics of a particular home.

Location
When searching for your next home, it’s all about location, location, location – which is why our mobile-enabled IPW displays the property’s address along with a map or satellite view of the location (including street view where available).

Docs & Links
Through this feature, customers can easily download any document or view links relevant to that specific property including floorplans, neighborhood information and more.

Call-to-Action
With several call-to-action items accessible on mobile IPWs, customers can easily request additional information about the property or contact the listing agent to schedule a showing directly from their mobile device.

Chris Tilley Provides Excellent Customer Service

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Posted By Helen Adams Realty on January 20th, 2012

Chris Tilley

I just wanted to send a quick testimonial to let you know that my first transactions at Helen Adams went as smooth as possible due to the excellent customer service that Chris Tilley provided my client.

I had a client who was as nervous as they come and went to a big bank to try and get a loan.  They would not give him the attention and customer service that he was wanting and I almost lost the deal.  I recommended Chris to him and FINALLY he agreed to meet with Chris.  Chris went out of his way to meet with him in person during a lunch hour and assured him that he could help him move in to a new home.  Chris was always available to me when I called or emailed.  He truly eased my client as well as my mind during the entire process.  I will recommend Chris to any of my clients in the future.  His customer service and professionalism are a true asset that I can share to all of my future clients.  I feel fortunate to be part of a company that has such a team environment.  I look forward to a bright 2012!

Thanks,

Libby Gonyea, HAR Agent

Eric Layne is an Asset to Helen Adams

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Posted By Helen Adams Realty on December 21st, 2011

Eric Layne

Nancy and I need to let you know what an asset Eric is to Helen Adams.

Eric made us feel more like family than clients. We think that is a rare quality in a real estate agent. And he really earned his pay. He put in so many hours showing us properties. We were a tough sell, but his patients paid off for both us and Helen Adams. We got the house we wanted, at the price we wanted.

You can rest assured that Helen Adams Realty is much the better for having Eric Layne.

Nancy & Richard Hickey

A Reccomendation for Frank & Laurens

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Posted By Helen Adams Realty on December 16th, 2011

Laurens Adams

Laurens and Frank Adams were a tremendous help during our listing and sales process. They are very professional, have vast resources and always offered to meet contractors at the home for renovation purposes as we prepared to list the home.

I would definitely recommend their friendly and skilled services. The home went under contract after just two weeks!

No Time Like The Future – Real Estate in 2030 Holiday Blog Swap

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Posted By Residential Properties on December 15th, 2011

Real Estate Blog Swap

Helen Adams Realty and Residential Properties are members of The Active Enterprise Network, a union of privately-held real estate companies across the country that share information and strategy as well as a unified technology platform.

No Time Like The Future

It’s time to hop into the DeLorean and take a cruise into the future – to the year 2030. As Christopher Lloyd’s character Doc, in the Back to the Future trilogy so elegantly expressed, “that this point in time inherently contains some sort of cosmic significance. Almost as if it were the temporal junction point for the entire space-time continuum. On the other hand, it could just be an amazing coincidence.”

Back To The Future

There could be a touch of foreshadowing in the Doc’s quote. This is a pivotal moment in time for technology. The Post-PC Era has begun, which could have a significant impact on the future of real estate.

There are 3 technology shifts that are developing right now that are reshaping the industry.

1: Mobile:
There’s no doubt that the explosion of mobile has impacted most industries and real estate is no exception! ComScore reports that 82.2 million people now own smartphones and that number is growing everyday. It’s safe to say that all phones will soon be “smart.”

2: Cloud Computing:
According to the Wav Group study, “The Shift in Real Estate Technology,” technology is the new hub that businesses are built around. Cloud computing will help enable and power that hub allowing Realtors® to work remotely and better serve consumers with valuable data at their fingertips.

3: HTML5
HTML5 will be the future of real estate websites and applications permitting consumers to access technology across all devices and screen resolutions.

With mobile and cloud computing still in its infancy and standards still being finalized with HTML5, these technologies will shape brokerages for the coming years. But what will the real estate industry look like even further down the road in 2030?

Not only will technology change but the style of homes will change as well. “The biggest thing that is expected to change in future single-family homes is the size.” Erika Riggs, Zillow, wrote in “A Look Ahead at New Homes of 2015.” Many of these changes reflect a desire for builders and consumers going green. Smaller space means more efficient heating and cooling.

Space and communities will be an essential focal point. Real Estate agents will use mobile technology to work in the field and become experts in not only managing the transaction but educating buyers and sellers on green technologies, the community, schools, life style, architecture and more!
Now let’s head back to reality. As Marty McFly declared, “Time circuits on. Flux Capacitor… fluxxing. Engine running. All right!”


By Tom Flanagan, Technology Director at Residential Properties, serving Rhode Island Real Estate, a proud participant of the Holiday Blog Swap, presented by The Active Enterprise Network.
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More article on Real Estate in 2030 found here: Smith & Associates, Helen Adams Realty, Murney Associates, Windermere Tri Cities, Reinhart Realtors, The Group, inc., Hasson Company, McEnearney Associates, N.T. Callaway, and LandVest.

Helen Adams Realty Prepares for Real Estate in 2030

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Posted By Helen Adams Realty on December 14th, 2011

PRESS RELEASE

Charlotte, NC – As a member of The Active Enterprise Network, a union of privately-held real estate companies across the country that share information and strategy as well as a unified technology platform, Helen Adams Realty will be participating in the network-wide Holiday Blog Swap that aims to answer the question: what will real estate look like in the year 2030?

Alongside 16 other influential brokerages, Helen Adams Realty will be swapping blogs for a day in order to educate consumers and real estate professionals on the future of real estate. Sharing their perspective on what the brokerage, agent and customer will look like in 20 years, Helen Adams Realty intends to bring awareness to current market trends impacting the industry, how technology is influencing these trends and what brokerages can do today to prepare for tomorrow.

Scheduled to kick off on Thursday morning, December 15, 2011, Helen Adams Realty will be featured on the Windermere Tri-Cities Real Estate blog and providing a detailed account of “Real Estate in 2030”. As the year comes to an end, this national discussion is an excellent way to gain perspective and learn from some of the brightest minds in real estate.

“The Holiday Blog Swap is a great opportunity for innovative thinkers to come together and share valuable insight on the ever-changing Real Estate Industry. By participating in this event, not only is Helen Adams Realty gaining exposure to new audiences, but they’re establishing themselves as the voice of the industry and positioning their brand for continued success and further growth for years to come,” states Ido Zucker, Managing Partner at Active Website.

The Holiday Blog Swap kicks off Real Estate Now!, a network-wide series that takes a real estate-related topic and creates a conversation around it each quarter in 2012. On the same day, participating members share their viewpoint on their blog in hopes of engaging with others in the real estate community on important issues facing the industry.

Network members participating in the swap include: Charles Reinhart Company Realtors, Danberry Realtors, The Group, Inc., The Hasson Company, Helen Adams Realty, Kentwood Real Estate LandVest, Inc.,McEnearney Associates Inc, Realtors, McGuire Real Estate, Milestone Realty Consultants, Murney Associates, N.T. Callaway Real Estate Brokers, LLC, Residential Properties Ltd., Skogman Realty, Smith & Associates Real Estate, Windermere Tri-Cities Real Estate, and Wright Kingdom Real Estate.

Readers are encouraged to leave a comment on the Helen Adams Blog or join the discussion on Twitter using the hashtags #ENBlogSwap and #RE2030.

About The Active Enterprise Network

The Active Enterprise Network member base is by invitation only. Comprised solely of private real estate firms, The Enterprise Network does not accept national brands and only works with one company per marketplace. This exclusivity allows for open collaboration and sharing of information within The Enterprise Network, free from any conflict of interest. The goal for members under The Enterprise Network umbrella is to address the technology demands that are emerging in today’s changing real estate market. Together, Enterprise Network members can make the best decisions concerning implementation of systems and solutions, ultimately leveraging everyone to higher levels of business.