Crystal Your REALtor

12/04/2025

Good morning Fb Family! I hope this Thursday treats you well. Here is a quick look at your Market Report for December in your area.

Durham
• Median Price: ~$405K
• Trend: Slight price dip; homes averaging ~45 days on market
• Good for: Buyers wanting more time + room to negotiate

Raleigh
• Median Price: ~$437K
• Trend: Prices mostly flat; DOM ranges 41–60 days
• Good for: Sellers with well-priced homes in strong school zones

Henderson
• Median Price: ~$252K–$275K
• Trend: Smaller market = more monthly price swings; homes take longer to sell
• Good for: Buyers looking for value and space

Oxford
• Median Price: ~$235K–$255K
• Trend: Homes under $250K move fast; strong demand
• Good for: Sellers who price right — buyers move quickly

North Carolina Overall
• Statewide home value: ~$330K
• Market is balanced, with more inventory than the “frenzy” years.

City Comparison
• Raleigh → Higher prices, strong job market, slowly cooling.
• Durham → Stable demand, slightly softer pricing.
• Oxford & Henderson → More affordable, value-heavy markets with faster movement under $250K.

Crystal Haynes — NC Realtor®
Branche and Associates
Integrity • Knowledge • Patience • Education • Community
Helping families build confidence, stability & generational wealth 🏡
📍 Serving Durham, Raleigh, Oxford, Henderson & surrounding areas
📞 910.665.6126

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12/01/2025

Peace Family,
I just wanted to get this off my chest. Every day, I’m juggling homeschool lessons, mom life, and real estate — and trust me, it’s not always easy. But my girls’ education and their growth will always be my first priority. Making sure they feel supported, loved, and prepared means more to me than anything else.
Do I wish I could build my real estate business faster sometimes? Absolutely. But I also know that some things have to be sacrificed, and I’m okay with that. The girls come first — and God always gives me the strength and direction to navigate my day, even when it feels like a lot.
I’m still learning, still studying the market, still staying informed, because being a knowledgeable Realtor matters to me too. I just do it in the pockets of time I have — early mornings, late nights, or whenever the day gives me a moment.
And I want to give a huge shout-out to every parent out here trying to balance it all.
Working, teaching, showing up, keeping your family grounded, keeping your priorities aligned… even when you’re tired. You’re not alone. This stuff isn’t easy, but somehow we get it done. Our families may not see every detail, but they feel the love. And that’s what matters.
Through it all, I’m grateful — for God’s guidance, my husband who supports me, my girls, and for the chance to serve families in real estate while still serving my own at home. 💕🏡📚

12/01/2025

Peace Fb Family,
I just had to get this off my chest. Every day, I’m juggling homeschool lessons, mom life, and real estate — and trust me, it’s not always easy. But my girls’ education and their growth will always be my first priority. Making sure they feel supported, loved, and prepared means more to me than anything else.
Do I wish I could build my real estate business faster sometimes? Absolutely. But I also know that some things have to be sacrificed, and I’m okay with that. The girls come first — and God always gives me the strength and direction to navigate my day, even when it feels like a lot.
I’m still learning, still studying the market, still staying informed, because being a knowledgeable Realtor matters to me too. I just do it in the pockets of time I have — early mornings, late nights, or whenever the day gives me a moment.
And I want to give a huge shout-out to every parent out here trying to balance it all.
Working, teaching, showing up, keeping your family grounded, keeping your priorities aligned… even when you’re tired. You’re not alone. This stuff isn’t easy, but somehow we get it done. Our families may not see every detail, but they feel the love. And that’s what matters.
Through it all, I’m grateful — for God’s guidance, for my girls, and for the chance to serve families in real estate while still serving my own at home. 💕🏡📚

11/26/2025

Hey Facebook family!

Before we gather with family and give thanks, here’s a quick but important reminder about turkey fryer safety. Every year, thousands of home fires start from deep-frying turkeys — most of them are completely preventable.
If you're using a turkey fryer this year, PLEASE keep your family and home safe by following these steps:
🔥 Turkey Fryer Safety Tips
• Never use a turkey fryer indoors, in a garage, or even on a covered porch.
• Keep the fryer at least 10 feet away from your home, cars, shed, or deck.
• Make sure the turkey is completely thawed and dry before lowering it into the oil — water causes dangerous oil splatter and overheating.
• Use a fryer on a flat, stable surface, ideally concrete — never on grass.
• Slowly lower the turkey into the oil to avoid splash-over.
• Keep children and pets far away from the cooking area.
• Monitor the oil temperature closely — overheated oil leads to fires.
• Have a fire extinguisher ready (NOT water — water makes oil fires explode).
• Turn off the burner before putting turkey in or taking it out.
• Never leave a fryer unattended — even for a moment.
This season, let’s protect our homes, our families, and our blessings.
Stay safe, fry smart, and enjoy your Thanksgiving! 🧡

10/15/2025

Peace FB Family,

I’m so excited about what Home Depot is doing with their free trade courses through the Path to Pro program! 🙌🏽

At a time when programs like Job Corps are being taken away, it’s powerful to see opportunities like this opening up. Home Depot is helping people build skills, confidence, and solid careers in trades like:

Electrical

Plumbing

HVAC

Painting

Drywall

Construction basics and safety

This isn’t just training — it’s empowerment. It’s a chance for more people to create stability, independence, and generational wealth through skilled work. 💪🏽

If you or someone you know has been thinking about learning a trade, this is the perfect time to get started!
Let's support businesses that support us.

09/18/2025

🚨Only 12 Days Left!🚨
to get students registered for our 🎄Holiday Art Competition! If you have or know a creative student in Vance County, get them registered at www.kernelcraze.com by Oct. 1st! Competition officially ends Oct. 16th, when we'll announce our venue for display and judging!🍿

🎨✨ — Calling all young artists! ✨🎨
Sign your little ones up for the Kernel Craze Holiday Art Competition!

🗓️ Competition Dates:
➡️ Begins: September 2
➡️ Ends: October 16

👩‍⚖️ 5 Community Judges!

🏆 Prizes:
🥇 1st Place – $100 + your art featured on our Holiday Popcorn Tins
🥈 2nd Place – Your art featured on our Holiday Popcorn Tins
🥉 3rd Place – Special Thank You Gift

📢 Winners announced: October 23

👉 Learn more & register: kernelcraze.com/pages/holiday-art-competition

08/26/2025

7 acres in Wilson NC near Heritage Crossing!