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It is my hope to enlighten, educate, and entertain you with all the latest information in the Raleigh, NC area real estate happenings
01/15/2026
Annie and I love discovering local spots that quietly do things the right way, and Capital Seafood Market is one of those hidden gems that keeps us coming back again and again. No flashy storefront. No big-box vibes. Just incredibly fresh seafood, friendly faces, and a setup that makes your day instantly better. Read more about this spot in my latest Local Lowdown: https://anniemeadowsrealestate.com/2026/01/05/local-lowdown-with-rick-capital-seafood-market/
12/18/2025
Local Lowdown this month features BK Builders—an A+ contractor serving Raleigh, Cary, and Apex. We worked directly with owner Brian Kemp on our primary bath renovation and couldn’t be happier with the results. Transparent pricing, thoughtful ideas, great subs, on-time delivery and under budget (a rarity). If you’re considering a remodel or addition, they’re worth a call. 🛠️
Check out the project: https://anniemeadowsrealestate.com/2025/12/17/local-lowdown-with-rick-bk-builders-%f0%9f%9b%a0%ef%b8%8f/
Wake County’s November real estate numbers are in, and they tell a familiar late-fall story. Activity slowed as expected heading into the cooler months, with fewer transactions, softer lending activity, and a dip in overall dollar volume compared to October. That seasonal pause, however, didn’t translate to weaker pricing. 💪
🏡 Home values held steady—and even ticked up at the median—underscoring a market that remains balanced despite quieter conditions. In other words, November delivered less motion but maintained its footing on price.
We break down what this means for buyers and sellers in the full November Wake County market update here: https://buff.ly/qBCRGUp
11/18/2025
I'm officially on the books at Hudson Residential with my first real estate closing! This one is particularly special with Sophie, a first-time homebuyer who absolutely crushed it. At just 24, she’s officially stepped into the world of homeownership, and I couldn’t be more proud of her and happy to have helped on her journey.
Check out the story: https://anniemeadowsrealestate.com/2025/11/18/celebrating-a-first-closing-and-a-first-time-buyer-getting-in-the-game/
Looking for turnkey and ready to enjoy right now in Midtown Raleigh? Annie and I have just the place for you!
Explore this home's details at https://anniemeadowsrealestate.com/listings/405-e-millbrook-road-raleigh-nc-27609-annie-meadows-at-hudson-residential/.
09/30/2025
Continued hot market alert! 🔥 The Raleigh area posted a 19.5% jump in closed home sales in July, leading all 52 metros surveyed by the Triangle Business Journal. Big thanks to our teammate Ryan Boone for passing along the article—worth a read if you’re curious about where our market stands:
Raleigh home sales surge to lead U.S. for growth - Triangle Business Journal The housing market in the Raleigh metro area got a jolt in July, but home prices aren't budging.
09/23/2025
Don't sleep on the fall season as an excellent time to get together your real estate game plan. Annie and I would love to help you take your best shot!
Fall is often overlooked in the real estate cycle, but we’re here to tell you that autumn is actually a sneaky-good time to buy or list a house.
Here’s why:
Back to School, Back to Market: Now’s a Sneaky-Good Time to List + Buy Fall is often overlooked in the real estate cycle, but we’re here to tell you that autumn is actually a sneaky-good time to buy or list a house. Here’s why.
09/18/2025
🎭 My latest Local Lowdown takes you inside Dancing Man Productions and their all-star 55+ cast bringing Guys and Dolls Sr. to life at Raleigh Little Theatre.
Don’t miss this take on this unique twist on a Broadway classic, featuring your truly!
Local Lowdown With Rick: Dancing Man Productions 🕺 I’m thrilled to be playing Sky Masterson in Dancing Man Productions’ musical fable Guys and Dolls Sr. at Raleigh Little Theatre!
07/28/2025
Basic backyards just don't cut it, especially in areas like Raleigh with such (normally) agreeable weather... present heat wave excluded. 😉
Covered patios, outdoor lighting, and other upgrades are what choosey buyers are looking for lately. Explore the whole lineup:
Indoor-Outdoor Living Upgrades That Could Attract a Luxury Buyer to Your Listing When luxury buyers look at property, their wishlist may or may not be long—but attracting them will be a cinch if you have these features.
07/12/2025
A bedroom must-have feature? Ceiling fans! And Annie's latest listing has got 'em. Check out more from this Midtown Raleigh three-bedroom home at https://anniemeadowsrealestate.com/listings/405-e-millbrook-road-raleigh-nc-27609-annie-meadows-at-hudson-residential/.
Want to take look for yourself? Reach out to us at 919-961-3277 or contact me at [email protected].
405 E Millbrook Road Raleigh, NC 27609 – Annie Meadows at Hudson Residential Welcome home to 405 E Millbrook Road—an exceptional move-in-ready opportunity in the heart of Midtown Raleigh. Listed by the trusted team at Meadows Real Estate at Hudson Residential, this beautifu…
07/11/2025
Carolina Hurricanes forward Taylor Hall has picked up a swank pad in Fairfax Hills... check it out! 🏒🏡 https://www.bizjournals.com/triangle/news/2025/07/09/canes-forward-taylor-hall-buys-raleigh-home.html