Ludmila Sterling, Broker/Realtor

05/17/2023

Bunny tail grass. What a fun plant to start from seed.

06/28/2022

Home values are up 20% up over 12 months period in Catawba Springs!

The RPR Neighborhood Report summarizes economic, housing, demographic and quality of life information about a neighborhood.

02/02/2022

Yay! Colorful Statistics! Good news for sellers.

10/25/2021

Even though paint is likely the most inexpensive way to update your home, research shows the right paint colors have the ability to earn you more for your home. Putting your home on the market soon? Find out what hues are hot right now. Dark neutrals Most people know that neutral tones are the way [...

10/12/2021

Hickory versus Statesville real estate. Taken data: 3 bedroom homes up to 2000 sq feet and up to 300k in price. This is live statistics.

10/12/2021

The woods and farmlands of the Carolinas are already the perfect setting for a farm getaway, but when you add the attractions of fall, things get even better. These include everything from you-pick pumpkin patches and wagon rides to corn mazes and even apple cider slushies. We rounded up five local....

10/01/2021

“For real estate markets, 2021 has been a year of record-high prices fueled in part by record-low mortgage rates. Moving into the last quarter of the year, the Fed’s stated intent to cut back on asset purchases is likely to begin nudging rates higher. The move will likely be gradual, giving buyers time to take advantage of still-favorable rates amid a growing number of homes for sale.” — George Ratiu, Manager of Economic Research, realtor.com®

09/29/2021

Consider the color of fixtures or furniture before choosing paint. Everything needs to look good together.

How do you choose the right shade of blue for your bedroom? What about the perfect shade of white for your kitchen cabinets? Or even the right neutral paint color for your powder room? Choosing a paint color can be tricky. You can’t just select any white or any blue, there are hundreds of shades, ...

09/09/2021

During a general home inspection some things may be uncovered that would need another inspection from a specialist for example you may ask the opinion from a structural engeneer or a licensed plumber.

In the past, we’ve written about what to expect during the home inspection process. But beyond a working knowledge of this crucial step in the home buying journey, it’s imperative that future homeowners understand what a home inspection is and what it isn’t.  To that end, we’re debunking 4 ...

08/31/2021

Trimming shrubs and spreading fresh mulch can go a long way in the curb appeal.

Did you know that homes that make a stellar first impression tend to sell for an average of 7% more than homes that lack curb appeal? Beyond maintaining the exterior, your home’s paint color scheme, front door, landscaping and smaller details like the mailbox and lighting all play a part in making...

08/27/2021

Revisit your home insurance and see if you can save money with Allen Tate Insurance by getting a better plan for less money.