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Downsizing: Insights and Advice from the Experts at Helen Adams Realty

Aug 19, 2025 | Allison

Last weekend, we visited my in-laws at their SouthPark townhome. They’ve lived in the Charlotte area for more than 20 years, but this home is new to them, with a smaller yard and less upkeep. Still, the familiar faces of my husband and his sisters smile back at us from the same frames that once […]


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How To Get Your Tickets to the October Carolina Charm Fundraiser with Bravo TV’s Shep Rose and Austen Kroll

Aug 7, 2025 | scoop team

Have you been trying to figure out how to get your tickets or table to Charlotte’s Event-of-the-Season, Carolina Charm with the Southern Charm stars? Well, here’s the scoop. Carolina Charm: What It Is A Night of Entertainment & Impact, Where Southern Glamour Meets Purpose. Shep Rose and Austen Kroll from Bravo’s Southern Charm will be in Charlotte […]


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Party Pics! Here’s a Round-up of Spring & Summer Gala Photos

Aug 4, 2025 | scoop team

Check out the Charlotte social scene and see who you know! If you missed the event you can still donate, and make sure your cal for next year. And check back soon for our FALL GALA CALENDER feature 🙂 ALL PHOTOS BY DANIEL COSTON. HEART BALL WISH BALL 2025 BECHTLER GALA BROADWAY BASH FOR THEATRE […]


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This Long-Time Local Bridal Boutique is Bringing a New Vibe to Charlotte

Jun 22, 2025 | scoop team

J. Major’s Bridal Boutique has been a trusted destination for wedding dresses in Charlotte for over 41 years. Now under new ownership by a young, style- and tech-savvy couple, this bridal shop is bringing a fresh and welcoming approach to shopping for the dress, balancing luxury with affordability and approachability. At J. Major’s Bridal Boutique in South […]


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Summer Reading List: Here are 25 Great Beach Reads for Summer 2025

May 11, 2025 | Ashley Kaufman

Cheers to a summer of relaxing in the sun with cool drinks and the hottest books! There are plenty of page-turning new releases to pack in your suitcase and pool bag this season, including captivating fiction, suspenseful thrillers, sizzling romances and new must-reads from local authors. Stop by Park Road Books or Main St. Books […]


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Charlotte Farmers Markets: Opening Dates, Features, and Details

Apr 7, 2025 | Sophia Jacobs

Grab your tote bags girls, we’re going shopping — at the farmers market. Read below for a scoop-girl’s guide to all the Farmers Markets in the QC and in nearby towns, including hours, vendors, and all the farm fresh goods this season has to offer. Spring & Summer Only Markets North End Farmers Market300 Camp […]


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Local Woman-Founded Firm Celebrates 50 Years of Success in Charlotte

Mar 31, 2025 | Allison

Celebrating 50 years in business is no small feat. It takes grit, resilience, and a relentless commitment to the people you serve. To the family, staff, and agents behind Helen Adams Realty (HAR), it’s also deeply personal. In honor of their golden anniversary this year, we spoke with Rebecca Adams Starrs, HAR Co-President about the […]


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Huge Party Pics Round-up From Last Fall & Winter’s Gala Season in Charlotte

Feb 14, 2025 | scoop team

We are late to the party on posting photos from last season’s fundraisers, galas, and big black-tie events. Oh well, that just means this article is a full one! Enjoy the scroll girls. And don’t forget to check out our Spring 2025 GALAS feature here, so you can get your tickets now and join the […]


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HOAs. Love Them? Hate Them? Let’s Discuss.

Feb 2, 2025 | Allison

Upholding beautification rules, maintaining attractive amenity offerings, community area landscape maintenance, and more. Depending on your home, these are all potential functions of HOAs (Homeowners Associations.) Who knew that these three letters could have such an impact on your home-owning experience?  The National Association of REALTORS® defines an HOA as an organization in a residential […]


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What Do Newcomers Look for When Buying a Home in Charlotte

Dec 2, 2024 | scoop team

We know that Charlotte is the place to live.But we were curious about how newcomers come to find themselves in the Queen City and how they choose where to live. So, what brings you to town? Not surprisingly, our expert panel of Helen Adams Realty REALTORS® says that people arelooking to settle in Charlotte for […]


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SouthPark Makes It So Easy to Get Ready for the Holidays

Nov 14, 2024 | Allison

Yikes! The Holiday countdown is ON! Thankfully, there’s no need to stress because the shops and businesses in SouthPark are ready for whatever you need ~ hosting, gifting, shopping and entertaining…it’s never been easier. Not only does SouthPark have pretty much everything you need, their website has a fantastic Guide for the Holidays 2024 sure […]


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UPDATED: Ways to Help Western NC after Hurricane Helene (10/22)

Sep 30, 2024 | scoop team

While there are more and more options developing every day, one of the best and easiest is to make a DONATION, repeatedly. There will be needs for months and months during recovery. The good news is that as of this update, several towns in WNC are open and hoping you will visit. Here’s a good […]


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