The Hickory Home Makeover That Paid Off. Thanks to the HomeStyle® Renovation Loan”When Marge and Dale Henderson first decided to sell their home in Hickory, North Carolina, they figured they’d slap on a fresh coat of paint, toss a “For Sale” sign in the yard, and call it a day. After all, they’d been there for 25 years. Surely, someone would fall in love with the “character” of their house—the squeaky floors, avocado-green kitchen, and all.Their real estate agent, bless her heart, politely cleared her throat and said, “Well… character is good, but buyers today are looking for updated character.”That’s when Marge’s jaw dropped and Dale’s wallet clenched.The Reality CheckThe couple had seen the shows on HGTV—buyers wanting “open concept,” “modern finishes,” and “luxury vinyl plank floorin... 11/01/2025

Hickory NC - every time I open my eyes, I see 203k projectsNo kidding. We are buying a home in Hickory, NC currently, and on the way to it and back, I see so many potential projects. What did I see today?1. A small commercial building for sale. A stand-alone small store for sale... yep, it is a potential 203k loan. Typically, a lender would require a 30-35% downpayment, but if you add residential use to the 2nd floor or maybe the 2nd and 3rd floor, you get a residential rental unit, a living unit for yourself, and a commercial property for only 3.5% down.2. A multitude of single-family homes, in need of repairs and some TLC, caught my eye. We're not talking about a handful, but a significant number, possibly 50-60, in need of attention. Some of these properties weren't even on the marke... 06/11/2024

Main Street in downtown Claremont is set to come alive during the 18th Annual Claremont Daze 2014 Festival on October 3rd, from 6pm to 11pm, and October 4th,from 9am - 11pm.    For the past 17 years, Claremont Daze has brought families and community members together for two fun-filled days of food, live music, and fellowship.     What started as a small community day has grown into a two day event that draws thousands of festival-goers to downtown Claremont each year. The main stage will feature live music from a variety of bands playing a mix of gospel, country, bluegrass, top 40, and beach music. The festival also includes a wide variety of food vendors, beer garden, rides and activities in the “Kids Corner”, business booths, crafts and so much more!   Taking the stage on Friday, Oct... 09/22/2014

  4290 DEAL RD Claremont, NORTH CAROLINA 28610 Price: $119,900 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms 1600 Square Ft.Listing # 9576407  Super nice home on 2 acres in Claremont area. This home has a great layout with 4 large bedrooms 2 bathrooms, large eat in kitchen and a central living room that is the hub of the house. Outside this property features a large wrap around deck, a wonderful flat yard and a double car port. This home is out in the country but still fairly close to shopping and I-40.   CLICK HERE to learn more about this Claremont NC home for sale with 2 acres.     4290 DEAL RD Claremont, NORTH CAROLINA 28610     Catawba County Schools: Oxford Elementary School River Bend Middle School Bunker Hill High School  05/29/2014

    The Claremont Parks and Recreation Committee will be hosting it's 2nd Annual Scaremont Haunted Park & Hay Rides. 2013 Dates and Times: October 26, 2013 from 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. October 27, 2013 from 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.   To learn more about the Scaremont Haunted Park & Hay Rides, CLICK HERE. 10/21/2013

    5814 Monarch Pass Claremont NC 28610   Price: $79,900      MLS  9567853   4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, 1728 square feet             Rare floor plan with four bedrooms and three baths, two of which are ensuite. Master bath has garden tub and separate shower. Vaulted ceiling in spacious living room.Nice kitchen with breakfast nook and a breakfast bar. Split bedroom floor plan with a den/office adjacent to bedrooms two, three and four.   Wheelchair ramp at side entrance. Mud/utility room. Circular drive. This is an over one-half acre level yard.     CLICK HERE for more information about this Home For Sale in Claremont NC   .     5814 Monarch Pass Claremont NC 28610   .     SCHOOLS:Oxford Elementary SchoolRiver Bend Elementary SchoolBunker Hill High School 02/11/2013

    3074 N Lookout Street Claremont NC 28610   Price: $79,900     MLS # 9566880   2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 1200 Square Feet     This well priced home in a very quiet neighborhood is worth a look! The home has an updated interior with spacious rooms.   The eat-in kitchen has tile flooring and lots of cabinet space. There is an added dishwasher, a brand new refrigerator, an updated kitchen sink and the stove is only two years old. The living room includes HD wiring for a television. The third bedroom was changed to make the bathroom larger and includes a jetted tub, shower and separated laundry area. The home is freshly painted with new light fixtures and hardwood flooring. There is a lot of storage space in the attic. There is a patio in the backyard with a privacy fence. There is a gas w... 10/30/2012